Today on the Heart and Hustle Podcast we are sitting down and digging into Evie’s pregnancy journey. Evie shares the intimate details of her path to motherhood, how she navigated multiple losses, and the significant role that faith played throughout her story. She pulls back the curtain on her search for answers after experiencing her miscarriages, how God gave her the grace and hope to stay resilient, and so much more on this week’s episode of the Heart and Hustle Podcast. (Stay tuned for Part ...
Jun 24, 2025•1 hr 30 min
On this week’s episode of the Heart and Hustle Podcast we are sitting down and chatting with the amazing Hannah Brown! We dive into her transition from a reality star on the Bachelor/Bachelorette into a romance author and how she dealt with the sudden thrust into the spotlight. We ask about her writing process, what it was like working with a co-author, and if any of her past relationships, (especially those on reality tv), potentially influenced any of the characters that she has created in her...
Jun 17, 2025•54 min
Today on the Heart and Hustle Podcast we are joined by Michelle Villalobos of Sandra Michelle Artistry to talk about all of the drama surrounding a recent reel of ours and its impact on the HMUA industry. We ask Michelle to give us her initial thoughts upon seeing the reel before we fully dive into her process on wedding day. Michelle shares with us how she sets expectations with clients, her perspective on why she sees proper time for hair and makeup as an essential part of the wedding timeline...
Jun 10, 2025•1 hr 9 min
Today on the Heart and Hustle Podcast we are joined by our good friends and incredible entrepreneurs, Jon and Valentina Garcia! Jon and Val currently own and operate a content and podcast studio out of Miami, Florida called Cieloh Studio, as well as their media company Inovativ Media, and other amazing business ventures too. (Val is also a Heart team member who handles our social media and so much more!). Today we dive into their journey from just having a dream of owning a content studio that t...
Jun 03, 2025•1 hr 1 min
On this week’s episode of the Heart and Hustle Podcast we are sitting down and sharing our favorite memories of each other over our 10 year friendship! We talk about Lindsey finding out she was pregnant during a video shoot with our friend Brady Clayton, Evie thinking iPhones are fully waterproof, Lindsey having a true “wicked witch of the west” laugh that is out of this world, and so much more! If you want to see some of the memories for yourself make sure to watch this episode on YouTube to ch...
May 27, 2025•57 min
Today on the Heart and Hustle Podcast we are once again joined by our friend, Paige Griffith. Paige is the owner and lead attorney behind the online legal education platform and contract shop: “The Legal Paige”. She is here today answering questions that our listeners asked in order to get a better understanding on certain legal issues pertaining to their businesses and contracts. We talk about the legal differences between a nonprofit and a for-profit business, how you should approach contracts...
May 20, 2025•1 hr 5 min
Today on the Heart and Hustle Podcast we are talking about how to curate your Instagram feed as a photographer. First we look at some principles to keep in mind while curating your feed such as minimal vs busy shots, focal length, a variety of photo subjects, and more. We then take an up-close look at a feed together to really dive into the curation process, so if you are an audio only listener this would be a great episode to check out on YouTube so you don’t miss any of the visuals! Join in on...
May 13, 2025•1 hr 3 min
On this week’s episode of the Heart and Hustle Podcast we are sitting down with Phylicia Masonheimer. Phylicia is an incredible author, speaker, and founder of “Every Woman a Theologian”. We dive into the concept of “Hustle vs Holiness”, how to redefine productivity in light of the gospel, and how you can ground your identity in who God says you are. Phylicia shares how we can approach our work in a truly sustainable way, how to notice red flags in your life and work flow that can ultimately lea...
May 06, 2025•1 hr 8 min
Today on the Heart and Hustle Podcast Evie and Lindsey are diving into their personal rebrands and spilling all of the tea on the gritty details. Their conversation covered the timing of their rebrand, specifically the discrepancy between their existing brand visuals and their target ideal client. They also discussed how their ideal client profile had changed over the years, mirroring their own business evolution. Evie and Lindsey talk about how they wanted to make sure they kept a certain balan...
Apr 29, 2025•1 hr
This week on the Heart and Hustle Podcast, we are sitting down with an incredible mother, best selling author, and our good friend, Jordan Dooley. Jordan shares her journey with reproductive health, dealing with recurrent losses, and how she went about seeking answers after her experiences. She talks about some of the steps you can take to find answers and solutions when trying to prevent any losses, how to heal from the past, and how you can keep your final story in YOUR control. We dive into h...
Apr 22, 2025•1 hr 12 min
On this week’s episode of the Heart and Hustle Podcast we are here to talk to you about our approach to the photography timeline on wedding day. We dive into how we communicate with our clients, non-negotiable requirements (minimum portrait time, meal breaks, etc), and our recommended time allotments for various segments throughout the day. Sometimes the timeline goes “off-track”, don’t worry, we are here to talk you through how you can get everything back on-track and why communication, flexibi...
Apr 15, 2025•59 min
Today on the Heart and Hustle Podcast Evie and Lindsey are sitting down and chatting with Grace Torres. Grace Torres is a destination wedding photographer and business educator based on the East Coast, traveling worldwide to capture thoughtfully designed, emotionally rich celebrations. Known for her signature style that blends an editorial approach and documentary storytelling, Grace delivers timeless, heartfelt imagery for couples who value intentional designs and guest experiences. Throughout ...
Apr 08, 2025•1 hr 3 min
On this week’s episode of the Heart and Hustle Podcast we are sitting down with Ryan and Heidi of Forged in the North. Ryan and Heidi dive into how they turned their overlapping skills with photography and cinematography into multiple businesses, and how they effectively lead the team that they have currently built. We ask them about the timing that came into play when they decided to expand their team and business, what their team values are, and how they are able to find creatives to uphold th...
Mar 25, 2025•1 hr 15 min
On this week’s episode of the Heart and Hustle Podcast we are sitting down and diving into how to work with second shooters as the lead photographer. We covered how you can BE a good second shooter in episode 285, (link below), but today we are flipping it around and looking at second shooting from a leadership role! Throughout our conversation today we talk about where you can find a good second shooter, things you need to vet in a potential candidate, and some of the prep work that will make a...
Mar 18, 2025•39 min
Today we are sitting down with John Felkins! John has been with Ramsey Solutions for 12 years and is currently the Executive Director of EntreLeadership Elite, Dave Ramsey’s leadership coaching program for business owners. Throughout our chat John shares his expert advice and leadership insights to break down the 5 stages of business which he uses to help thousands of leaders grow personally, lead their teams effectively, and scale their businesses the right way through EntreLeadership Elite. We...
Mar 11, 2025•1 hr 11 min
Today we are chatting all about passive income and why it may not be all that you have been led to believe it is. We talk about the two types of entrepreneurs that may be interested in starting a passive income flow, how it is not so “passive” to set up, and what some good alternatives are for those who are interested in making money outside of their primary business. You have been lied to about passive income, and we are here to set the story straight. So dive into our conversation with us this...
Mar 04, 2025•39 min
On this week’s episode of the Heart and Hustle Podcast we have the joy of sitting down with Alex McCrary and Jamie Tobin to talk all about building systems that work for both business and family life. We ask them about approaching destination elopement photography and traditional wedding photography differently while both raising a family, and what were some of the systems that they put in place early on in their careers that they still use today. Alex and Jamie dive into the importance of havin...
Feb 25, 2025•1 hr 4 min
Today we are sitting down and diving into your questions again for another fun and informative Q&A session! We talk about boundaries for friends expecting a discount for your services, pre-planning IG posts, how to get started hosting workshops, and so much more! Join in on the conversation with us on this week’s episode of the Heart and Hustle Podcast! --------------------------------- Overcome Burnout Freebie: https://theheartuniversity.com/burnout --------------------------------- Website...
Feb 18, 2025•34 min
Today we are chatting with the incredibly talented Tiffany Crenshaw! Tiffany Crenshaw is the artist and boss-babe behind Animal House Photography. She is a lifestyle newborn and family photographer who is truly passionate about creating timeless moments that tell unique stories for her clients. We dive into how she has developed and refined her craft and voice as an artist while taking that knowledge and turning it into education for other photographers that hope to do the same. Tiffany shares h...
Feb 11, 2025•1 hr 1 min
Today we are sitting down and playing a game of “Who’s More Likely To…Evie or Lindsey”. We answer the questions you asked us like: “Who is more likely to have 8 kids?”, “Who is more likely to ask a barista to remake a drink?”, “Who is more likely to leave you on read?”, “Who is more likely to have their feelings hurt by the other person?, and so much more! Join in on the conversation as we laugh our way through all of these fun and crazy questions on this week’s episode of the The Heart and Hust...
Feb 04, 2025•40 min
Today we are sitting down and chatting with Laurken Kendall. Laurken is an internationally published photographer-artist who is here to tell you all about the do’s and don'ts when it comes to getting your photography published. She shares the story behind her first publishing, why she references her photography as "empathetic art” and not a service, and how she has harnessed her own uniqueness in her photography and business in order to stand out. If you are wanting to take the next steps in get...
Jan 28, 2025•1 hr 3 min
Today we are sitting down and diving into all of the drama surrounding the recently announced price increase for Honeybook, a platform we have endorsed for years. We express our candid and unfiltered opinions on this development while we share our true feelings about the situation and analyze the significant conversation and debate amongst users and supporters. Listen and join us as we get transparent and honest about the Honeybook price increase drama on this week’s episode of The Heart and Hus...
Jan 21, 2025•1 hr
Today we are sitting down with Grace Trexel for another live look at one of our coaching calls! Grace is a full-time midwest wedding and lifestyle photographer who loves capturing the real, authentic moments as the day unfolds for her clients. Throughout the call we dive into how Grace can better convert her inquiries into bookings, we optimize the backend of her whole sales process, lock down her brand messaging, and so much more! If you are tired of hearing “We Went with Someone Cheaper”, and ...
Jan 14, 2025•1 hr 13 min
On this episode of the Heart and Hustle Podcast we are sitting down and chatting about our annual review process. We want to empower and encourage you while heading into the new year by showing you how we assess our previous year while we also plan, goal set, and strategize for the upcoming year. Our process dives into planning on a personal level for yourself and your home, while also showing how you can plan and set tangible goals in your business as well. Join in on our conversation this week...
Jan 07, 2025•47 min
Today we are sitting down and chatting with Cameron Philgreen. Cameron Philgreen is a real estate investor, business owner, husband, dad, and follower of Jesus, who's passionate about helping others achieve success in real estate, business and life. We dive into how he has managed to build a portfolio of real estate investments, mastering strategies like the BRRRR method (Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat) and leveraging his money to grow WELL sustainably. Cameron breaks down how he evolved in...
Dec 31, 2024•1 hr 2 min
This week we are diving into our favorite books of 2024! Throughout the episode we share why these books really hit home for us, and why a few might be complete surprises to anyone that knows our usual tastes. There are some classics on the list that you may already know of, but if you are looking for good recommendations to start the new year off with some amazing reads, then this is the episode for you! Check below for the links to the books mentioned! --------------------------------- https:/...
Dec 24, 2024•1 hr 2 min
Today we have the pleasure of sitting down and chatting with Samantha Peszek, a former silver medalist from the 2008 Women’s Olympic Gymnastics team, a female entrepreneur, sports broadcaster, motivational speaker, and women’s mental health advocate. We dive into Samantha’s start into gymnastics as a 2 year old child and when she made the commitment to strive for making the Olympics. Samantha talks about the mentality that she had to have to make it to the highest level of the sport, and how tho...
Dec 17, 2024•51 min
Today we are diving in and answering the questions that you submitted on Instagram. Do we hangout more now that we all live in Florida? Outsource one big work task or several small personal tasks? Do you regret your decision to downsize the heart? Be a part of our discussion this week as we tackle these questions and more, filled with uncontrollable laughter and our always transparent honesty. --------------------------------- https://theheartuniversity.com/destination --------------------------...
Dec 10, 2024•39 min
Today we are sitting down and chatting with Jason Yarusi. Jason is a private fund manager of over $300 million dollars in commercial real estate and since 2017 his company Yarusi Holdings has amassed over 3000 apartment and commercial real estate units. We dive into Jason’s journey from being a college student without much direction and motivation, to someone who preaches the benefits of self-discipline and building good daily habits. Jason dives into his “Live 100” principles, how to recognize ...
Dec 03, 2024•1 hr 1 min
Today we are talking to anybody that currently owns a business and finds themselves planning to move. If that’s you and you want to know how you can uproot your business and effectively implement it in a new setting, then this episode is for you! We dive into some of the things we personally did when we both moved and needed to make sure our business didn’t miss a beat while settling ourselves in new locations, and what steps you can take BEFORE you move so you can do the same. This episode real...
Nov 26, 2024•45 min
