On this episode of the IDOIQ Podcast, Brock and DJ Jon sit down with wedding planner Laura Reehl to talk about one of the biggest questions engaged couples ask: how long should an engagement really last?

They dig into real wedding planning advice, family pressure, short engagements, living together before marriage, and why some couples just know while others need more time. Laura also shares what she’s learned from years in events, from working major university and live events to planning weddings across Arkansas.

They also get into:

• the biggest changes happening in weddings right now
• why weddings are getting smaller
• the difference between Northwest Arkansas and River Valley weddings
• what brides forget most during planning
• why every couple should have at least a day-of coordinator
• momzillas vs. bridezillas
• bouquet tosses, garter tosses, and late-night snacks
• wild rain plan stories and wedding day saves

If you’re engaged, planning a wedding, or work in the wedding industry, this episode is packed with practical advice and plenty of laughs.

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On this episode of the IDOIQ Podcast, Brock sits down with Mark and Shelby of Captured by Shelby Photo — the husband-and-wife team behind one of Northwest Arkansas’s rising wedding photography and videography brands.

They talk about how they met, how the business started, what it’s really like working weddings together as a married couple, and why storytelling matters more than just taking pretty photos.

Inside this episode:
how Shelby built Captured by Shelby from the ground up
how Mark jumped from mountain bikes into wedding videography
the real difference between hiring separate photo and video teams vs. a married duo
their favorite venues in Northwest Arkansas
what makes a wedding film feel emotional and cinematic
the craziest things guests do during weddings
how to create wedding photos and videos that actually feel timeless

If you’re engaged, in the wedding industry, or just love hearing how creative couples build something special together, this episode is packed with heart, humor, and behind-the-scenes insight.

From meeting on a bike trail to capturing love stories for a living — this one’s a fun ride.

Brock sits down with Patty Bogar of Boger Wedding Co. to talk about her journey from growing up on a ranch in Rogers to becoming a wedding planner serving Northwest Arkansas and beyond. Patty shares how her love for romance and organization turned into a thriving business, what couples often overlook when planning their big day, and why having a planner is more of a necessity than a luxury.

They dive into budgeting for a luxury feel, real wedding mishaps (including a cake almost disaster), current trends she’s loving — and a few she’s ready to retire — plus rapid-fire takes on first looks, garter tosses, open bars, seating charts, and more.

Patty also hints at an upcoming rebrand and her vision for destination weddings in the future.

If you’re planning a wedding or just love behind-the-scenes wedding industry talk, this episode is packed with insight, honesty, and plenty of laughs.