Episodes
April 23, 2025
Creating Magic Moments: The Timeless Power of Perfect Ballad Selection
Send us a text Brian B takes us back to his origin story as a teenage karaoke host with frosted tips in late-90s California, revealing how this unlikely start built the foundation for his DJ empire. With disarming honesty, he...
April 16, 2025
When Everything Goes Wrong: Power Outages, Pollen Season, and Professional Pride
Send us a text Ever wondered what happens when the music suddenly cuts out during the most crowded moment on the dance floor? In this remarkably candid episode of Beyond the DJ Booth, Joe Bunn and Brian B pull back the curtai...
April 9, 2025
Navigating Event Season: Personal Stories, Travel Tips, and Business Automation
Send us a text Ready for event season? Top DJs Brian B and Joe Bunn share what they're most looking forward to as their calendars fill with diverse celebrations. Joe anticipates a beach wedding for the third sister in a famil...
April 2, 2025
When DJs Become the A-holes: Real Stories from the Wedding Circuit
Send us a text What do you do when the CEO's nephew wants to commandeer your DJ booth mid-event? How about when a client expects free services because you "have a connection"? These real-world ethical dilemmas plague professi...
March 26, 2025
The Heater Playlist: Elevating Your Wedding's First Impression
Send us a text Wedding cocktail hours set the tone for the entire reception, yet finding that perfect musical sweet spot between ambient background and engaging atmosphere remains an elusive challenge for many DJs. In this se...
March 19, 2025
DJ Dream Teams & Volcanic Vacations
Send us a text "What would your ultimate DJ crew look like?" We kick off our season finale with a fantasy draft where we build our dream teams – from hype men like Lil Jon and DJ Kool to security (Taylor Swift's $1.3 million ...
March 12, 2025
The Ultimate DJ Dilemmas: Mixing and Musing
Send us a text Step into the world of DJing with our latest episode, where we explore hilarious and relatable "Would You Rather" scenarios designed just for DJs. Join hosts Brian B. and Joe Bunn as they navigate through wild ...
March 5, 2025
Buffalo Sauce Head Sweats, DJ Quotes, and Insurance Thoughts
Send us a text Ever wondered why your head starts sweating just from a splash of buffalo sauce? Join us on this entertaining episode of Beyond the DJ Booth Podcast, where Brian B and Joe Bunn Jr. take a humorous look at this ...
Feb. 26, 2025
Museum Galas, Faith-Based Proms, and YouTube Sales Strategy
Send us a text Picture this: you're DJing a museum gala, trying to keep the energy high, but you have to pause for painting unveilings. Sounds like a nightmare, doesn't it? Join Joe Bunn and Brian i as they share their wild r...
Feb. 19, 2025
Grammys Revelations, Super Bowl Showdowns, and DJ Business Insights
Send us a text Step into the vibrant world of the Beyond the DJ Booth Podcast, where we unpack the intricacies of music awards, entertainment spectacles, and the DJ business landscape. Do you think a Super Bowl performance an...
Feb. 12, 2025
Heart-Shaped Pizzas, Wedding Dinner Tracks, and the Banger Calculator Idea
Send us a text Who knew a simple Valentine's Day tradition at a pizza joint could make for such a heartwarming tale? Brian B and Joe Bunn kick off this episode of Beyond the DJ Booth Podcast by sharing their favorite February...
Feb. 5, 2025
From Goats to Gadgets to Unpacking DJ Riders
Send us a text What’s the craziest thing you’ve ever asked for on your tour rider? In our latest episode of Beyond the DJ Booth Podcast, we uncover the quirkiest and most practical items artists demand on their riders, from V...
Jan. 29, 2025
S 2, Ep.6: Wedding Woes, Storage Struggles, and Financial DJ Planning
Send us a text What happens when your final wedding gigs of the year don’t go quite as planned? Join us as we share candid stories from the trenches, where the unpredictable world of DJing throws curveballs like vanishing dan...
Jan. 22, 2025
S2, Ep.5: NYC Lingo, DJ Insurance Tips, and Interactive DJ Trends
Send us a text Are you ready to navigate the world of private event DJs with a dash of humor and a touch of New York City flair? Join us as Joe navigates post-surgery recovery while Brian B challenges him with a New York City...
Jan. 15, 2025
S2, Ep.4: Tongue Twister Towns and Tech Tricks
Send us a text Ever found yourself tongue-tied trying to pronounce town names in North Carolina? Join us on a hilarious adventure as Brian B bravely attempts to master the unique sounds of Southern living, all while drawing a...
Jan. 8, 2025
S2, Ep.3: Amazon Purchases, Spin Studio Bangers and Daily DJ Life
Send us a text Ever wondered what an airport lounge noise isolation booth sounds like or what a DJ's Amazon cart reveals about their personal life? Join us as we share the quirky details of our latest shopping escapades, incl...
Dec. 31, 2024
S2, Ep.2: Wedding Anthems and Business Beats
Send us a text This is our first episode of our second season on Beyond the DJ Booth Podcast. We look back at our journey, rating our debut season a B plus. Listener feedback has been invaluable, pointing us towards longer ep...
Dec. 24, 2024
S2, Ep.1: Sushi on Christmas and Trending Tunes
Send us a text New season! Have you ever wondered why some families swap turkey for sushi on Christmas Eve? Join us as we share a delightful mix of holiday traditions, from opening gifts early to the thrill of Christmas Day N...
Dec. 18, 2024
Ep. 13: "Almost" Gigs and Diverse DJ Income Streams
Send us a text What's it like to DJ for a global superstar like Pink? We don't know because we were booked already and couldn't do it. Join us as we wrap up the season finale of Beyond the DJ Booth Podcast, where we reflect o...
Dec. 11, 2024
Ep. 12: Decking the Halls and Navigating Explicit Tracks
Send us a text Ever wonder how DJs like Brian B. and Joe Bunn manage the hustle and bustle of the holiday season while keeping up with their thriving careers and family life? Join us for a light-hearted journey through their ...
Dec. 4, 2024
Ep. 11: Chili Mix-Ups and Wedding Hits: DJ Adventures from Cincinnati to Raleigh
Send us a text Join us as we share the comical saga of Joe's initial botched attempt at cooking Skyline Chili, thanks to a listener's care package. Hilarity ensues as we recount the culinary rescue mission by locals Brian and...
Nov. 27, 2024
Ep. 10: Marketing Moves That Won't Break the Bank
Send us a text Ever wondered how to navigate the holiday season with less stress and more joy? Tune in to Beyond the DJ Booth Podcast as we unpack our Thanksgiving plans, sharing both the humor and chaos of travel logistics a...
Nov. 20, 2024
Ep. 9: Dance Floor Bans and DJ Exit Plans
Send us a text Ever wondered why some words just make your skin crawl? That's exactly where we kick off this episode of Beyond the DJ Booth. Joe's got a beef with the word "slaw," and Brian can't decide whether being called "...
Nov. 13, 2024
Ep. 8: Mashups and Bathroom Maps: DJ Lessons for Introverts
Send us a text Who knew concert restroom strategies could be so entertaining? Picture this: Joe Bunn navigating the chaos of a crowded restroom with the same tactics he uses to get to the front row. Our latest "Beyond the DJo...