What It Means to Love Publicly as a Black Gay Couple with Preston Mitchum

Welcome back to Weddings-ish with Jove! This week, Jove sits down with attorney, activist, policy strategist, and Bravo alum Preston Mitchum for one of the most powerful conversations yet. From Capitol Hill to the altar, Preston opens up about love, visibility, and what it means to build a marriage rooted in values, intention, and joy. Preston shares the full story of meeting his husband Donald, falling in love during the uncertainty of the pandemic, and ultimately choosing partnership grounded in shared values—even when their public lives look very different. Then, we dive into the wedding: a multi-day celebration in D.C. that honored Black culture, queer history, and community above all else. From activist-inspired seating charts and boundary-setting guest attire rules to fashion-forward looks and a Lauryn Hill first dance complete with surprise fog, every detail was intentional—and unforgettable. Episode Highlights: - Why representation matters in Black queer relationships - The emotional impact of meeting your partner during COVID - How Preston’s activism informed their wedding choices - Designing a wedding that honored Black history, community, and joy - Loving publicly without making your relationship performative If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review on Spotify, Amazon, Apple Podcasts, or Love Stories TV’s YouTube channel. 💌 Have a question for Jove? Send a voice memo or email to [email protected] 📲 Follow us on Instagram at @jovemeyer, @prestonmitchum, and @lovestoriestv