Lifestyle and Lenses: Real Talk on Photography, Business & Mom Life
Two photographer moms get real about the art of photography, running a business, and the beautiful chaos of motherhood. From gear reviews and client stories to creative inspiration and parenting wins (and fails), we’re keeping it honest, fun, and totally relatable. Whether you’re a family photographer, wedding shooter, or a creative mompreneur, grab your coffee and join us as we dive into life behind the lens—and everything in between.
Episodes
26 episodes
AI, But Make It Personal: How We Use AI Tools in Our Biz but keep the Relational Touch
In this episode of Lifestyle and Lenses, Lauren and Paige revisit one of the most downloaded topics from Season 1 — AI in business — and give it a fresh, 2025-style update. From ChatGPT and course creation to Imagen and Evoto fo...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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45:48
Hot Take: GLP-1s, Wellness, and Real Talk with Special Guest Melissa Musso
In this engaging and informative conversation, Lauren Holub and Paige McInturff sit down with Melissa Musso, Nurse Practitioner of Contour Health to unpack one of the most talked-about lifestyle and wellness trends of the year — <...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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50:07
From Retail to Reels: Social Media Secrets with Courtney Prochaska of Renovate Houston
On this episode of Lifestyle and Lenses, Paige and Lauren sit down with the ever-creative Courtney Prochaska — retailer turned social media guru and the powerhouse behind @renovate...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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47:37
Dyslexia Awareness: Understanding and Advocacy with Neuhaus Education Center
SummaryIn this episode, Lauren Holub and Paige McInturff discuss a topic near and dear to them, dyslexia in honor of Dyslexia Awareness Month. They are joined by Dr. Natalie Hudson and Lara Speights from the Neuhaus Education Center, wh...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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55:52
Breaking Into Editorial Photography: Tips from Writer + Editor Gabi De La Rosa
This week on Lifestyle and Lenses, Lauren and Paige sit down with freelance writer and editor Gabi De La Rosa to pull back the curtain on the editorial world. From luxury hotel features to magazine spreads and digital ...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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31:30
Carpools, Caffeine & Clients: Balancing Mom Life with Business Dreams
This week on Lifestyle and Lenses, Lauren and Paige open up about the real, raw, and rewarding journey of running a business while navigating motherhood.If you’re a mom juggling diapers, nap schedules, ca...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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40:55
Brand Design, More than Just a Logo - with Kelsea Buddo from Cember Studio
SummaryIn this conversation, Kelsea Buddo, a brand expert from Cember Studios. Kelsea is the Founder and Creative Director of Cember Studio, a boutique graphic design agency based in North Carolina. Since 2018, Kelsea and her team have ...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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41:01
Capturing Everyday Moments: iPhone Photography Tips and Tricks
In this episode, Lauren and Paige dive into various topics including home photography tips, delicious food and drink recipes, recent adventures in Alaska, and practical iPhone photography techniques. They share personal anecdotes, favorite reci...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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31:49
Husbands on the Mic: Unfiltered & Unscripted
This week on Lifestyle and Lenses, we’re flipping the script! Our husbands are joining us for a no-holds-barred conversation you definitely won’t want to miss.From how they really feel about being married to ph...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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41:53
Summer Series 05 - Empowering Women in Business with Angelica Pompey
In this engaging conversation, Lauren Holub and Paige McInturff welcome Angelica Pompey. Angelica Pompy is a powerhouse business coach, marketing strategist, and multi-passionate entrepreneur behind several thriving brands including Pompy P...
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38:26
Summer Series 04 - Brand Level Up with Tori Stauffer
Lifestyle and Lenses is loading with special guest Tori Stauffer. A St. Augustine-based branding photographer turned hybrid “photo + video + social strategist” for female founders. Tori helps women present their hig...
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31:19
Summer Series 03 - Building Confidence and Community in Business with Jac Kalaher
SummaryJac Kalaher joins Lauren and Paige as a guest to discuss her journey in marketing and business. They share insights on family life, coffee preferences, and home scents, while also delving into Jac's professional background and da...
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57:30
Summer Series 02 - From Shoot-and-Burn to Full-Service Photography with Brenna Heater
Brenna Heater joins Lifestyle and Lenses podcast as a guest for the episode today! Brenna is a full-service portrait photographer based in Phoenix, AZ. She also offers online courses and coaching for photographers ready to be mo...
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43:32
Summer Series 01 - Neurodivergence, Superpower not Stigma as an Entrepreneur with special guest Molly McCauley
Special Guest Molly McCauley is the creative force behind Make Pretty, the luxury photography workshops and OVERHAUL, an intensive designed to transform photographers' portfolios and online presence through strategic brand a...
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42:21
Common Pitfalls: Mistakes New Photographers Make in Business (and how to avoid them!)
In this episode, we’re diving into the common mistakes we see new photographers make when starting their business. Whether you're just getting your feet wet or you've been in the game for a little while, avoiding these pitfalls can save you tim...
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37:35
Finding Your Village: Support, Struggles, and the Truth About Mom Life and Motherhood - Bonus Episode
Being a mom and a creative business owner is a beautiful, exhausting, and often overwhelming journey. In this episode of Lifestyle and Lenses, we’re diving into the raw and real side of modern motherhood—especially when you’re balancing work, k...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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35:05
Lifestyle and Lenses Photography Podcast Update: New Season Preview + Business Chat
We’re Back! Mini Season Coming This JuneBy popular demand, Lifestyle and Lenses is returning sooner than expected! In this episode, we’re sharing all the exciting details about our upcoming mini season launching in June—packed with fresh...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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9:18
Bonus Episode - The Creative Educator Conference
Paige and I went to a Creative educator conference to learn how to best support our listeners! This was a little recap of our first day there and we just had to share it with you all!
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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5:34
Location, Location, Location: How to Find the Best Spots for Your Photography Sessions
In this episode of Lifestyle and Lenses, we’re talking all about the power of location in photography. Whether you’re scouting the perfect spot for a family session, mini shoot, or golden hour magic, the right location can make or break your ph...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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38:20
#RealTalk: The Truth About Social Media for Photographers
Social media: love it or hate it, it’s part of the photography hustle. In this episode of Lifestyle and Lenses, we’re diving into the real talk about using platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok as photographer moms trying to grow a bus...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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41:59
Rapid-fire ask me anything!
Buckle up and listen as Lauren and Paige ask each other fun questions. We’re sharing favorite date nights spots, favorite books and even our shared love of the Espresso Martini! Also, Lauren shares about her
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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38:41
Schedule Like a Boss: Time-Saving Tips for Busy Photographer Moms
Running a photography business and raising kids? You’re not alone—and yes, it’s possible to do it all without losing your mind. In this episode of Lifestyle and Lenses, we’re getting real about time management for photographers and sharing how ...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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28:10
Light It Up: Lighting Tips Every Photographer Should Know
Let’s talk about the one thing that can make or break your photo: lighting. In this episode of Lifestyle and Lenses, we’re getting into the glow-up—sharing our favorite lighting tips for photographers, from golden hour magic to working with tri...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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29:40
To AI or Not to AI: How Photographers Are Using Artificial Intelligence in 2025
In this episode of Lifestyle and Lenses, we dive into the hot topic of AI in photography. Are tools like AI culling and editing apps helping or hurting creativity? We share our own experiences using AI to speed up workflows, improve editing, an...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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31:59
Just a Couple of People-Pleasers Setting Boundaries
In this episode, Lauren and Paige are breaking down their top parameters for boundaries when it comes to scheduling. As self proclaimed people-pleasers, they talk about battling against their people-pleasing ways when it comes to setting bou...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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23:05