The Wedding Dish: Recent Episodes
Sara Alepin
Grab your fork and knife, and take a seat at our table as we dish on all things weddings. You’ll hear stories and tips from real couples and wedding pros about life, love and entrepreneurship. The Wedding Dish is a casual, conversation-style podcast featuring stories and tips from real couples and wedding pros. Let’s dish!
We are diving into the complex world of destination weddings with Mary Hanna, the founder of Simply Mary'ed Travel. If you are wondering how to manage a guest list, navigate resort contracts, or handle room blocks while keeping your budget under control, this episode is for you. Mary breaks down the essential role of a destination wedding specialist and addresses the common misconceptions about who pays for what, why guest attendance is often higher than you think, and how choosing the right location can actually save you money compared to a traditional local wedding.
Grab a seat at the table as we dish on:
- The true cost of destination celebrations and why they are often more affordable than a traditional wedding in places like New Jersey or New York.
- How to handle the guest experience so that your attendees feel like they are on a vacation rather than a financial burden.
- The secret value of room blocks, concessions, and how professional specialists manage the complex travel logistics for your group.
- The importance of clear communication when your guests are traveling long distances to celebrate with you.
- How to find the balance between your dream vision and the reality of international resort policies.
Whether you are just starting to browse destinations or you are ready to book your resort, Mary’s expertise will help you plan your journey with confidence.
Ware pulling back the curtain on the most overlooked part of wedding planning: the contract. I am joined by Casey Glasser, founder of Foundwell Legal, to discuss why your contract is more than just a list of rules. It is a roadmap for how your vendors handle problems, communication, and professionalism. We explore the red flags every couple needs to spot before signing and how to navigate those uncomfortable conversations when a term just does not sit right with you.
Grab your seat at the table as we dish on:
- Why the quality of a contract is the ultimate indicator of a vendor’s level of experience and organization.
- The boilerplate sections you should never ignore, including the truth about force majeure clauses.
- How to handle hidden fees and service charges that are not reflected in the initial quote.
- The strategy for spotting potential conflicts between different vendor contracts, especially in complex venues.
- Practical tips for requesting changes or seeking clarification without ruining your relationship with your vendor.
Whether you are just starting to book your team or you are looking over final agreements, Casey’s advice will help you protect your investment and your peace of mind.
Need your dish fix? Visit theweddingdishpodcast.com!
This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount)
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.
We are exploring the world of custom jewelry design and the sentimental journey of reimagining family heirlooms. I am joined by Carter Eve, an expert in the custom design process, who explains how to turn a vague inspiration or a dusty piece of jewelry into a meaningful modern treasure. We discuss the step-by-step evolution from a simple sketch to a 3D design, and finally into a finished metal piece. We also get real about the timeline, why you should embrace a longer planning window, and how to choose stones that actually suit your lifestyle. If you have been dreaming of creating something unique or wondering how to safely breathe new life into your family jewelry, this episode is your guide.
Need your dish fix? Visit theweddingdishpodcast.com!
This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount)
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.
We are exploring the art of experiential event planning. I am joined by Arielle Tayar, co-founder of Whip Productions, and an expert in creating weddings that linger in your guests' memories long after the final song has played. We discuss how to frame your wedding as a thoughtful narrative, whether you are planning an intimate local celebration or a sprawling destination weekend. Arielle shares her philosophy on why "luxury" is actually about how you make your guests feel and how you can translate your own hosting style into the biggest day of your life.
Grab a seat at the table as we dish on:
- The secret to creating a guest experience that feels like your own living room - just magnified.
- Why thoughtful details like invitation design, music choices, and small comforts transform an event into a meaningful journey.
- How to build an engaging narrative across multiple days of events so that every guest feels connected.
- The honest truth about destination weddings and why you should only host one if you can truly take care of your traveling guests.
- Practical communication tips that ensure your guests arrive informed, relaxed, and ready to celebrate with you.
Whether you are hosting ten people or two hundred, Arielle’s advice will help you move away from the stress of planning and into the joy of hosting.
Need your dish fix? Visit theweddingdishpodcast.com!
This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount)
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.
We are diving into a topic that many couples avoid until the wedding bills start rolling in. Financial coach Dylan, Dylan Teaches Finance, joins us to discuss how our earliest memories of money influence our modern relationships.
We explore why some of us get a dopamine hit from a new purchase while others find peace in a growing savings account. Dylan shares how to identify your unique money story and how to start a neutral conversation about finances with your partner.
From separate savings buckets to planning for both fun and serious goals, this episode provides a roadmap for financial harmony. Learn how to stop the cycle of impulse spending and start building a future that reflects your shared values.
Need your dish fix? Visit theweddingdishpodcast.com!
This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount)
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.
We are exploring the world of wedding filmmaking with an international expert who believes that the true heart of your wedding story lies in the things you say. Jonathan Schüßler joins us to talk about the one element most couples forget to prioritize until the day is already over.
Grab a seat at the table as we dish on:
- The reason why spoken words and personal stories carry more weight than the perfect sunset shot.
- How to capture the voices of your favorite people without turning your celebration into a disruptive movie set.
- The logistics of hybrid teams and how photographers and videographers can work as a unified front.
- Why physical fitness is a secret requirement for a high energy wedding team.
- The art of compressing hours of footage into a curated story that actually captures your essence.
Whether you are debating a videographer or wondering how to keep your day feeling natural while the cameras are rolling, Jonathan’s perspective on storytelling will change the way you think about your wedding memories.
Need your dish fix? Visit theweddingdishpodcast.com!
This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount)
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.
We are traveling across the globe without ever leaving our seats. I am joined by Jessica of JEM Weddings and the Weddings Unfiltered podcast for a deep dive into the surprising similarities and unique differences between the American and Australian wedding industries.
Take a seat at the table as we dish on:
- The Seasonal Shift: How peak wedding months vary between hemispheres and the different weather challenges couples face, from cyclones to snow.
- Global Economic Impacts: How rising fuel costs, tariffs, and supply chain issues are impacting everything from floral availability to the price of a wedding dress.
- The Modern Timeline: Why the old format of long gaps between the ceremony and reception is disappearing in favor of a more seamless guest experience.
- New Vendor Categories: The rise of emerging roles like wedding content creators and live artists who are reinventing how memories are captured.
- Inclusive Traditions: Why the inclusion of pets as ring bearers and the creation of heartfelt memorial tables are trending in both countries.
- Outdated Practices: Which traditional rituals are being left behind and how couples are choosing creative alternatives for things like the bouquet toss.
Whether you are planning a destination wedding or just curious about how celebrations look on the other side of the world, Jessica’s insights provide a wonderful perspective on the shared joys and challenges of the modern wedding industry.
Need your dish fix? Visit theweddingdishpodcast.com!
This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount)
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.
We often spend months planning every visual detail, but have you planned for how you actually want to feel? This week, we are joined by international documentary wedding photographer Raphaëlle Granger to discuss a concept that is often overlooked in the hustle of wedding planning: presence.
Raphaëlle believes that the ultimate luxury on a wedding day isn’t the decor or the venue - it’s the emotional space the couple has to truly exist in the moment.
Grab your fork as we dish on:
- The What's Next? Test: Why turning to your photographer for direction is a sign you’ve lost presence, and how to stay in the flow instead.
- Buffer Time is for You: The importance of building emotional safe spaces into your timeline that are strictly for recentering - not for more photos.
- Performance vs. Reality: How to avoid performing for the camera by staying in motion and trusting your natural instincts.
- The Power of No: Making the invisible decisions about where not to compromise, even when professionals suggest otherwise.
- Protecting the Atmosphere: Practical tips for managing your getting ready space to ensure it remains a calm, organized sanctuary.
Whether you are an introvert who needs time to recharge or a couple who simply wants to remember how the day felt rather than just how it looked, Raphaëlle’s insights will change the way you look at your wedding timeline.
Need your dish fix? Visit theweddingdishpodcast.com!
This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount)
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.
We all want that Pinterest-perfect honeymoon, but how do you plan a trip that is actually relaxing and safe? This week, we are dishing with Becki, the travel expert behind Research Travel Repeat. Becki shares her journey from a life-changing study abroad in Rome to helping couples solve the complex "puzzle" of travel planning.
Grab your fork (and your passport!) as we dish on:
- The AI Warning: Why relying on AI for travel itineraries can be dangerous—literally. Becki shares a cautionary tale about travelers getting stranded on a mountain in Japan due to AI hallucinations.
- The 3-1-1 Philosophy: How spending at least three nights in each destination ensures you actually enjoy your honeymoon instead of just living out of a suitcase.
- Maximizing Limited PTO: Strategies for couples who want big adventures but have a limited number of vacation days.
- Social Media vs. Reality: How to avoid the trap of "over-planning" based on influencers and instead focus on shared rituals and reconnection.
- Consultation vs. Full-Service: The difference between getting a "Dream Trip Blueprint" and having a pro handle every single detail for you.
Whether you’re getting scuba certified or looking for the perfect beach to lounge on, Becki’s expert advice will help you navigate the world with confidence and ease.
Need your dish fix? Visit theweddingdishpodcast.com!
This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount)
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.
We’ve all heard the well-meaning advice: "Never go to bed angry." But what if that’s actually making your relationship harder? This week, we are sitting down with relationship coach and author Monica Tanner to debunk the clichés and talk about the actual skills needed for a thriving marriage.
Grab a seat at the table as we dish on:
- Sifting Through the Noise: Why Monica’s son getting married inspired her to write a book debunking harmful "traditional" marriage advice.
- The Power of Curiosity: How replacing anxiety with curiosity and vulnerability can transform your communication (including the game-changing phrase Monica’s husband uses to calm her fears).
- Collaboration vs. Compromise: Why compromise often leads to resentment and score-keeping, and how to choose collaboration instead.
- Sweating the Small Stuff: Why habits like how you load the toilet paper or close the toilet seat matter - and how to address them before they turn into major disputes.
- Learning the Skills: Why "happily ever after" isn't a fairy tale gift, but a set of abilities you can develop together over time.
Whether you’re in the middle of wedding planning or already settled into married life, Monica’s practical, heart-centered advice will help you move from "fine" to "thriving."
Need your dish fix? Visit theweddingdishpodcast.com!
This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount)
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.
The way couples celebrate and gift is changing faster than ever. This week, we are sitting down with a true industry trailblazer - Sara Margulis, CEO of Honeyfund. We’re diving into their latest travel reports and the shifting landscape of wedding etiquette to see what "I do" looks like in 2026.
Grab your passport as we dish on:
- The Domestic Destination Boom: Why 25% of couples are choosing domestic destination weddings this year to combine travel goals with affordability.
- Experience-Based Gifting: How the shift from traditional registries to crowdfunding is allowing couples to prioritize shared memories over material possessions.
- The Global Hotlist: From Hawaii and Italy to the rise of Japan and Thailand, we discuss where couples are heading for their dream honeymoons.
- The Etiquette Evolution: We tackle the tough questions: Are QR codes for cash gifts okay? And is the handwritten thank-you note officially a thing of the past?
Whether you’re dreaming of a cliffside ceremony in Hawaii or wondering how to politely ask for honeymoon contributions, Sara Margulis brings the data and the heart to help you plan with confidence.
Need your dish fix? Visit theweddingdishpodcast.com!
This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount)
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.
We’ve all been to weddings that look beautiful, but how do you make a wedding feel incredible? This week, we’re dishing with Daniel, owner of DLE Event Group, about the invisible elements that turn a standard reception into an unforgettable experience: entertainment, energy, and flow.
Grab your seat as we dish on:
- Atmosphere Over Aesthetics: Why seamless execution and high energy often leave a bigger impact on guests than the floral arrangements.
- The "Flow" Debate: Daniel breaks down the American-style reception (alternating dancing and formalities) versus the European-style and why pacing is the key to keeping the dance floor packed.
- Music for the Masses: How to balance the couple's personal playlist with a variety of genres that keep every generation engaged and celebrating.
- The "Cost Per Minute" Math: A strategic look at your wedding budget and why a professional planner is often the most valuable investment you can make.
- Avoiding the Over-Scheduled Trap: Why "less is more" when it comes to planned activities, and how to allow for natural, spontaneous moments.
Whether you’re just starting your vendor search or you’re fine-tuning your timeline, Daniel’s insights will help you host a celebration that your guests will be talking about for years!
Need your dish fix? Visit theweddingdishpodcast.com!
This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount)
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.
If you think "eloping" just means a quick trip to the courthouse, think again. This week, we are sitting down with Emilee Setting Photo, an elopement photographer who specializes in creating all-day and multi-day luxury experiences that feel more like a dream vacation than a 20-minute ceremony.
Grab your hiking boots (and maybe a glass of champagne) as we dish on:
- Location, Location, Location: Understanding the red tape of National Parks vs. the freedom of National Forests and BLM land.
- The "Luxury Elopement" Breakdown: How a $25,000 multi-day adventure in places like Greece or Alaska can actually save you money compared to a $75,000 traditional DC wedding.
- Combining the Wedding & Honeymoon: Why more couples are choosing to blend their "I dos" with activities like cliff jumping, private massages, and first-class travel.
- The Family Dilemma: Brilliant strategies for including your parents and siblings (like separate "get ready" times and private vows) while still protecting that intimate, private feeling.
- Navigating 2026 Trends: Sara and Emilee weigh in on the latest wedding vibes and why "going with your gut" is the best planning advice you'll ever get.
Whether you want to climb a mountain or lounge on a private beach, this episode will help you map out an elopement that is authentically you.
Need your dish fix? Visit theweddingdishpodcast.com!
This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount)
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.
We often focus on the big day, but what about the rest of your lives? This week, we are getting expert advice on the marriage itself with David, a seasoned wedding officiant, pastor, and counselor with decades of experience! David shares insights not only on the ceremony but on building a successful, long-lasting partnership.
Grab your fork as we dish on:
- The crucial conversation: How a simple 90-minute counseling session can dramatically reduce your divorce risk (David shares the numbers!).
- The rise of friends/family officiating and online ordination, and the practical challenges of having a non-professional run your ceremony.
- The importance of premarital counseling - focusing on family background, communication patterns, and how to transition from an "I" to a "we" mindset.
- What happens after the wedding? David explains the challenging "Cave Period" that couples face in the first year of marriage and how to prepare for it.
- Advice for first-time officiants on navigating venues, working with vendors, and focusing on the couple's relationship.
This episode is an essential listen for every engaged couple looking to invest in a joyful, successful marriage that lasts!
Guest: Rev. David Anderson, Wedding Chaplain
Need your dish fix? Visit theweddingdishpodcast.com!
This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount)
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.
Your wedding day look is a reflection of you, and this week we're talking about how to make sure your beauty routine aligns with your values! We sit down with makeup artist Toni to explore the world of vegan and cruelty-free beauty and chat about embracing your unique style.
Join us as we dish on:
- The crucial differences between vegan (no animal ingredients) and cruelty-free (no animal testing) products, and where to find ethical brands (look for Leaping Bunny!).
- Toni's tips for brides who want to go bold, including embracing smoky eyes, ombre lips, or even a touch of glitter!
- The importance of color coordination for your makeup trial - why you should not wear white if you're not wearing white on your wedding day!
- How to ensure your makeup artist chooses colors that will stand out beautifully in your flash photography.
- Inspiration for finding unique, alternative makeup looks that help you stay true to your personal style on your wedding day.
This episode is for any couple who cares about ethics, quality, and looking authentically amazing on their wedding day!
Guest: Toni, Toni Searle Beauty
Need your dish fix? Visit theweddingdishpodcast.com!
This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount)
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.
Want to invite your friends with kids, but also want them (and their children!) to have a relaxing, fun time? We're chatting with Carson from Lifetime of Love Nannies, a full-service agency that specializes in providing professional, on-site childcare for weddings and events.
Carson is spilling the tea on how to make your wedding a stress-free experience for everyone:
- How professional event childcare, from in-room care to full kids' camps, provides peace of mind for parents and the happy couple.
- The safety and professional protocols you should look for, including fully screened nannies, liability insurance, and low child-to-nanny ratios.
- Fun ideas for keeping the kids entertained, like craft stations and movie nights, and how they even capture photos for your album!
- Why delegating childcare is just as important as delegating any other aspect of wedding planning.
If you have children in your wedding party or on your guest list, this episode will show you how to ensure everyone enjoys your big day safely and joyfully!
Guest: Carson, Lifetime of Love Nannies
Need your dish fix? Visit theweddingdishpodcast.com!
This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount)
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.
Money is often the #1 cause of conflict for couples. We are sitting down with financial coach Dylan this week to talk about moving past financial friction and working toward a unified future! Dylan specializes in helping couples align their goals and conquer the consumer-driven world.
Grab your fork as we dish on:
- Why you need an accountability partner (aka your partner) and how to spot "spending leaks" that derail your savings goals.
- How to have positive, shame-free money conversations by focusing on shared goals and future dreams instead of focusing on past mistakes.
- The importance of understanding your partner's "money story" (financial habits shaped by upbringing) to foster mutual understanding (more on this in a coming episode when Dylan returns to The Wedding Dish).
- Practical tips for couples with different incomes: discussing equitable contributions and navigating changing finances with grace.
- The ultimate financial strategy: consistent 30-minute monthly money meetings - treating your finances like a team sport!
This episode is a must-listen for couples who want to start their married life on a strong, unified financial foundation.
Guest: Dylan Snowden, Dylan Teaches Finance
Need your dish fix? Visit theweddingdishpodcast.com!
This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount)
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.
I'm flying solo to dive into the questions you sent in, focusing heavily on one of the most critical parts of your wedding day: Photography! I'm answering listener questions about timelines, budgets, and what to do when things go wrong.
Tune in as I dish on:
- The Photo Delivery Wait: Why does it take so long? I share insight on the mental health and personal challenges photographers face and when it's okay to check in on that 6-week to 6-month editing timeline.
- Managing Delay Drama: Practical advice for checking in with your photographer, and when outsourcing the raw files might be a necessary, albeit tricky, solution.
- Perfecting Your Photo Timeline: How to structure your 1.5 hours before the ceremony to fit in the First Look, portraits, and wedding party photos without feeling rushed.
- The Budget Dilemma: Tips on prioritizing your photography budget and focusing your limited time on key moments that matter most.
- The Editing Trap: Why human editing is crucial for nuance and storytelling (and why relying on AI or free services can be a huge mistake).
Send your questions for the next Q&A episode to theweddingdish@gmail.com or DM me on Instagram @theweddingdishpodcast!
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- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
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We are dishing about how to keep those precious wedding flowers long after the party is over! We sit down with Grace Scott of For Keeps Florals to dive into the beautiful world of flower preservation. Grace shares why turning your bouquet into a piece of art is easier, more popular, and more meaningful than ever.
Grab your tea as we dish on:
- Why flower preservation is skyrocketing in popularity (it's not just sentimentality—think eco-friendliness!).
- The key differences between professional preservation (like Grace's custom, UV-protected frames) and a DIY approach.
Guest: Grace Scott, For Keeps Florals
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- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount)
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We are getting down to the most nerve-wracking part of the reception: the wedding speeches!
We're sitting down with Holly, a professional speechwriter who transitioned from the world of PR to helping couples and their loved ones craft genuinely meaningful and memorable toasts. She's spilling the tea on how to make your speech a heartfelt moment instead of a painful one.
Grab your notebook as we dish on:
- The must-have ingredients for a truly effective wedding speech (hint: it's all about authenticity and structure).
- Holly’s golden rule for timing: Why 2-3 minutes is the sweet spot and how to keep it concise and engaging.
- Advice for brides and grooms on setting clear expectations and time limits for all speakers.
Guest: Holly Blum, A Speech to Remember
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount)
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This week, we're swapping out the usual centerpiece talk for a dose of personalized fun with Shannon McAllister of Happy Dance Hat Bar! Shannon brings her interactive, mobile hat-making experience to weddings and events, transforming a simple favor into a memorable activity.
Grab a seat as we dish on:
- Why a customized Hat Bar is the ultimate, unique, and personalized alternative to traditional wedding favors.
- How Shannon’s background in corporate event planning inspired this creative wedding concept.
- Ideas for incorporating the hat bar into every part of your wedding weekend—from the engagement party and bachelorette/bachelor party to the rehearsal dinner or even the post-wedding brunch.
- Tips for using custom patches and designs to align the hats with your wedding theme, colors, and unique personalities.
- How hands-on, personalized activities ensure your guests feel included, engaged, and leave with a truly unforgettable keepsake!
This episode is packed with joyful inspiration for couples looking to add a playful and interactive element to their celebration. Listen now and get ready to do the "happy dance!"
Guest: Shannon McAllister, Happy Dance Hat Bar
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount)
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Understanding your strengths and weaknesses plays a bigger part in wedding planning than most of us realize. Me? I'm not great at planning in general. And, Victoria isn't either.
Pushing ourselves to do something we're not the best at can often lead to unnecessary stress, disappointment, and frustration. So, play to your strengths and hire a professional or ask for help for the other stuff.
We're on break, so we're airing one of our top episodes this week!
Guest: Victoria Cooper, The Little Decisions Podcast
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount)
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What’s the difference between a wedding and an elopement? And, what the heck is adventure elopement? Everyone should have the celebration that’s the right fit for them. We’re dishing about the differences between having a traditional wedding and eloping.
Guest: Brianna, Brianna Parks Photography
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
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Tips so your ceremony pictures look perfect, even if your ceremony is super short!
We're on break, and airing one of our top hits! No guest this week, just me, sharing photography expertise.
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
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Just because you have an outdoor venue doesn't mean you should have to compromise on the bathroom. This week, we're dishing about luxury portable restrooms. These climate-controlled, aesthetically pleasing portable bathrooms can expand venue options, enhance the overall event experience, and so much more!
Guest: David Sauers, Royal Restrooms
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing.
- 17hats. Business (and podcasting) just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
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We're dishing about personal style coaching for couples, and for wedding guest attire this week. We cover considering a theme, dress code, venue, and weather when choosing an outfit for a wedding, and the significance of dressing appropriately as a wedding guest (and some mistakes Sara has made in the past as a wedding guest).
Guest: Jia, Simply Jia
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing.
- 17hats. Business (and podcasting) just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
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We're diving deep into relationships this week! We're discussing the importance of prioritizing peace and your needs as a couple - and as an independent human - during the wedding planning process, managing difficult conversations with your partner as well as your families, and the role of self-love and understanding in a successful marriage.
Guest: Chaya, Author of Epic Love Habit
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing.
- 17hats. Business (and podcasting) just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
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Your first dance can be a visual representation of your love story while making a lasting impact. This week, Sara's dishing with a dance instructor who wants to help your first dance wow your guests!
Guest: Ernesto, Visionary Productions
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing.
- 17hats. Business (and podcasting) just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
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We're covering trends for all your wedding events - from engagement, to your wedding ceremony, to reception dresses, and even brunch!
Guest: Julie Hurt, Modern Bride
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing.
- 17hats. Business (and podcasting) just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
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Planning a destination wedding in France? From choosing your vendor team to guest experience and everything in between, this episode has everything you need to know!
Guest: Anne-Laure Renaud, Et Voila Weddings
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing.
- 17hats. Business (and podcasting) just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
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Live entertainment is... entertaining! Even if you're not a big dancer, the performance itself is entertaining. Find a band that you vibe with and your guests will love the music, the dancing, and the performance itself!
Guest: Kimmie, Paradigm Party Band
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing.
- 17hats. Business (and podcasting) just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
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Balloons add a magical element to your wedding. They can have a childhood wander element that can really entrance your guests and be elegant. Sean creates jaw-dropping balloon installations, sculptures, and installations at weddings and events - and he creates memorable experiences through balloon animals, crowns, jetpacks, or caricatures. The options are truly limitless!
Guest: Sean Edwards, The Balloon Guy
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing.
- 17hats. Business (and podcasting) just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
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African honeymoons can be the ultimate safari and a relaxing beachside retreat, but they go well beyond that. Are wineries and waterfalls more your style? South Africa offers incredible food and wine in addition to a safari. We're covering everything from guerrilla treks and sleeping outdoors to luxury retreats. Michelle and Cayley paint a picture of what romantic getaways can look like in Africa. I'm booking my ticket right now!
Guests: Michelle and Cayley, Journeys by Emerge
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing.
- 17hats. Business (and podcasting) just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
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Investing in dance lessons is a bonding experience with your partner that you will carry with you beyond the wedding night. Dance lessons can absolutely make an impact during your wedding - and, learning a new skill together is magical.
Guest: Krista Ramirez, Your Night Choreo
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing.
- 17hats. Business (and podcasting) just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
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Dr. Mark Hicks helps us build trust by understanding the five components of love so we can have a happy, healthy relationship in this week's episode.
Guest: Dr. Mark Hicks, author of Learning Love: Building a Life that Matters and Healthy Relationships that Last
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing.
- 17hats. Business (and podcasting) just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
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I'm sharing my blind reactions to Vogue's predictions for which wedding trends will be in and out for 2025. See how many I agree and disagree with - and what I get my soapbox about this year! lol
Remember to always do what you like. Trends and just trends and your wedding should reflect you as a couple!
As I said last year, this article was not as inclusive as it should be. Vogue said "bride and groom" when referring to couples. If that upset you, know that you are not alone.
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing.
- 17hats. Business (and podcasting) just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
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We can’t prevent every potential accident or wardrobe mishap on our wedding days, but we can be prepared for pretty much everything that might come our way with these incredible tools!
Guest: Risa Kostis Creative and The Rescue Kit Company
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing.
- 17hats. Business (and podcasting) just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
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You're planning a wedding. You start researching online, follow some influencers on social media and suddenly you're inundated with information. Some of it's conflicting, some of it makes perfect sense. How do you know what - and who - to listen to? If this sounds familiar, this episode is for you! I'm dishing with an incredible DC-based wedding planner about filtering through advice, plus the shift we're seeing toward more "traditional" wedding celebrations for 2025.
Guest: Alyssa Glorioso, Glorious Weddings & Events and The Wedding Planning Playbook
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing.
- 17hats. Business (and podcasting) just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
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Radhika Graham is back to talk about some of the super cool, totally unique weddings she's planned. From raptors flying into the wedding ceremony to cemeteries and beyond.
Guest: Radhika Graham, Rad Occasions
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing.
- 17hats. Business (and podcasting) just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
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Wondering how a wedding planner celebrates their big day? Me, too! This week, I'm dishing with planner Cassie LaMere about her New Years Eve wedding!
Guest: Cassie LaMere Events
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing.
- 17hats. Business (and podcasting) just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
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We want our smiles to look fantastic on our wedding days, but how do you know which procedure is right for your teeth? Dr. Naomi Goldman joins me on The Wedding Dish to discuss whitening, veneers, Invisalign, and prevention.
Guest: Dr. Naomi Goldman, Levy Goldman Dentistry
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- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing.
- 17hats. Business (and podcasting) just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
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Creating a realistic budget with your partner is vital during the wedding planning process. This week, we're dishing about tips to stay within your budget without compromising style and the overall experience.
Guest: Prisca Benson, Our Green Life
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- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing.
- 17hats. Business (and podcasting) just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
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You deserve to feel - and look - incredible on your wedding day! But, the bridal fashion industry isn't always easy to navigate. This week, we're dishing about size inclusivity, how to prepare, and setting yourself up for success at your dress appointments.
Guest: Julie Sabatino, Author of Dressed, Styled, and Down the Aisle: Becoming a Stylish Bride and Founder of The Stylish Bride
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- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing.
- 17hats. Business (and podcasting) just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
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Did you know you can leverage your wedding expenses to upgrade your honeymoon? This week, we're dishing about points, credit card bonuses, and so much more. Travel in style without breaking the bank!
Guest: Elliot, Hack My Honeymoon
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- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing.
- 17hats. Business (and podcasting) just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
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We often think of destination weddings as being at a vacation destination. But, when you're in the military, you're often planning the opposite way. That's what Meg and Will did. While stationed in Hawai'i, they planned a wedding in Megan's hometown in Northern Virginia. That meant relying on family members and lots of travel for Meg while Will was deployed. Tune in to hear how they managed the planning process and had a beautiful wedding, steeped in military traditions!
Guest: Meg Graham
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- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing.
- 17hats. Business (and podcasting) just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
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I'm dishing about engagement sessions on this week's episode of The Wedding Dish! Tune in for everything you need to know before your engagement photography!
This week on The Wedding Dish, I'm dishing about…
- who should do an engagement session
- how long an engagement session should last
- what to wear to your engagement session
- how to choose the location of your engagement session
... and more!
with Sara Alepin, Photos from the Harty and The Wedding Dish!
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- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing.
- 17hats. Business (and podcasting) just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
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Don't want china, new sheets, or a Kitchen Aid mixer? Guests love purchasing honeymoon activities! So, if you're not into getting more "stuff", this is for you! Tune in for all things honeymoon and travel!
Guest: Sara Margulis, Honeyfund
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- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing.
- 17hats. Business (and podcasting) just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
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Everyone should feel seen, heard, and loved. Having an inclusive wedding experience - from engagement to honeymoon - makes every piece of the wedding planning process special!
Guest: Radhika Graham, Rad Occasions
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- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing.
- 17hats. Business (and podcasting) just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
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When you book an all-inclusive venue, you know the vendors have worked together before. This ensures that you’re getting the experience you’ve seen on their social media and marketing materials - which is probably why you booked in the first place!
Guest: Kortney Strange, C&C by the Lake
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- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing.
- 17hats. Business (and podcasting) just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
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Your flowers create a wow factor at your wedding. Today, we're dishing about what to keep in mind as you choose your florals, where and how to use flowers, and so much more! Plus, if you're a DC couple, she shares some info about incorporating cherry blossoms into your wedding day!
Guest: Gerry Rodgers, Petal's Edge Floral & Event Design
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- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing.
- 17hats. Business (and podcasting) just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
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It's all about wedding photography this week! Wondering what your photographer needs before your wedding day? I've got you! Plus, we're dishing about what to expect during the photo editing process - and, what to do after your wedding, too!
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- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing.
- 17hats. Business (and podcasting) just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
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Your music moves guests from one event to another and tells them what to expect. You can use your soundtrack to change the vibes and showcase your personality as a couple! Get all the details on this week's episode of The Wedding Dish!
Guest: DJ Molly Parti
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- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing.
- 17hats. Business (and podcasting) just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
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Navigating grief is never easy, but during an emotionally charged time period, like wedding planning, it can be even more challenging. Grief isn't just about the loss of a loved one; sometimes you're grieving your single life - and you should not feel bad about that at all. This week, Maryann is giving us the tools we need to handle grief, in all forms, in a healthy way.
Guest: Maryann Udel, Sheltering Tree
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- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing.
- 17hats. Business (and podcasting) just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
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We're talking destination wedding photography. What does that mean? Bringing your photographer with you to your destination wedding! Phillipvn Photography travels around the world to make your wedding photographs totally unique - just like you!
Bonus: we're talking pricing and packages related to travel for destination weddings. Photographers all do this differently, so this will help you understand what the options are and what it might realistically look like to have a photographer travel for your celebration.
Guest: Phillip Van Nostrand, Phillipvn Photography
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- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing.
- 17hats. Business (and podcasting) just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
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Devin and Q are sharing their wedding story with us on today's episode of The Wedding Dish. They celebrated fun traditions, had a few funny bumps in the road, and involved their son throughout the wedding planning process. Tune in to hear about their incredible wedding in Maryland!
Guests: Devin of Creative Gravity and Q of No Sauce Que
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- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing.
- 17hats. Business (and podcasting) just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
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Are you experiencing stress and anxiety during the wedding planning process? SuperKate is guiding us through simple movements and breathing exercises to encourage mental and physical wellness as you plan your wedding!
Guest: SuperKate
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- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing.
- 17hats. Business (and podcasting) just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
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Vogue Magazine has released their wedding trend forecast for 2024 and I’m doing a blind reaction on this week’s episode of The Wedding Dish podcast. Trends are great, but they’re just that - trends. Don’t let them take over your wedding planning or control your wedding day!
If you’re curious about what I’m seeing in the real wedding world as well as what my thoughts are on Vogue’s predictions, you don’t want to miss this episode.
I’d be remiss if I didn’t point out that I am disappointed that this article is very bride-centric and leans into traditional gender roles in this article. Not only men wear suits, not all weddings have a bride and groom, etc. In 2024, I expect better and the further I get out from having read this article, the more this bothers me.
In this episode, I reference a sustainability conversation surrounding biodegradable drinkware from this episode.
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- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing.
- 17hats. Business (and podcasting) just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
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Have you been searching for a unique - and beautiful - way to preserve your bouquet and wedding flowers? We’ve got you covered! This stunning preservation technique allows you to showcase your flowers and lasts forever. Functional and decorative Floral Preservation. Turning special parts of your wedding day into keepsakes is a lovely daily reminder of your celebration.
Guest: Judi Gevara, Bloomsake
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- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing.
- 17hats. Business (and podcasting) just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
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Writing your own vows can seem intimidating and overwhelming. Or, it can be exciting. Think about experiences, what you are looking forward to in the future, and how your future spouse has made you a better person. And, remember, you don’t have to share your vows during the ceremony.
Guest: Tanya Pushkine, The Vow Whisperer
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- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- 17hats. Business (and podcasting) just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
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Sharee married her high school sweetheart in Jamaica. We're dishing about planning a destination wedding in this week's episode.
And, if you want to steal our idea of hosting a wedding planning summit, grab a free ticket to Teach Me How to Summit!
*Sharee would like me to note that she incorrectly stated her age during this episode. She was 20 years old when she got married. (What is time, anyway?)
Guest: Sharee Collier, The Summit Host
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- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- 17hats. Business (and podcasting) just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
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Preparing for your wedding photographs will help you get the photos you really want (and not the ones you don't). This mini-episode is everything you need to know in advance so you're set up for success!
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
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It's not just about looking at your wedding professional's portfolio. You want to like them as people. And, it should be super easy to connect with them, too!
Guest: Emily Foster, Emily Foster Creative
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
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Let's reimagine the “traditional” pieces of your wedding. There are so many things we hear during the planning process from the people we love, the things we read, and just society in general. But, you really don’t need to do anything you don’t want to - and you can adjust any piece of your wedding to celebrate in a way that feels right to YOU.
Katie Wood joins me to dish about wooden arrangements. From bouquets to wreaths and floral crowns, and far beyond!
Guest: Katie, Heart and Sola Creations
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- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
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Tips so your ceremony pictures look perfect, even if your ceremony is super short!
No guest this week, just me, sharing photography expertise.
Big announcement: I'm taking a mid-season break! I have something big in the works and it's wedding season, so we're taking a few weeks off! See you in the Fall, friends!
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- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
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Make a list of what's most important and throw out some of the standard wedding industry "have tos". Planning a debt-free wedding sets you up for success in your celebration - and in your marriage! There are lots of "have tos" that are thrown around during the wedding planning process. Everyone has opinions and there is just so much info out there to sift through. This week, we’re helping you get clear on what’s most important to you as a couple so you can stay on budget (and tune out some of those “have tos”).
Guest: Emily Foster Keller, Emily Foster Creative
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- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
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There's a lot to consider when planning your wedding gown appointments. From budget to group dynamics to style... It's hard to know where to start! Don't worry - Cavin, the amazing human behind The White Flower in San Diego - has us covered! She's sharing all the details so you have a blast and feel amazing!
Guest: Cavin Elizabeth, The White Flower
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- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
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Who says a courthouse wedding can't be personalized, beautiful, and super fun? Jen's dishing with us about how to make your elopement stunning - and why you should always have a photographer there with you!
Guest: Jen, Weirdo Weddings
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- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
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We've all done it. We're scrolling through social media and we think, "I want that for my day!" But, then... there's reality. And, those things don't always meet up. This week's guest is dishing about how to manage your expectations surrounding Instagram inspiration and the reality of your wedding day.
Guest: Valerie, Vintage Luxe Events
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
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Don't know what to ask your wedding vendors when you interview them? We've got you covered! It's important to talk with your vendors before booking (if you aren't convinced, listen to last week's episode, Why You Should Talk with Your Wedding Vendors Before Booking). On almost every call, my clients say, "I don't know what to ask you." This episode has the answers for you!
Guest: Becca, Wed 2 You
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
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You should ALWAYS talk with your wedding vendors prior to booking - and today, we’re digging into WHY. From personality to communication styles to potential red flags, there are a million reasons to schedule a call with your wedding professionals prior to signing a contract. Becca's sharing her insight into why this call (or meting, if you want to get together irl) is so vital.
Guest: Becca, Wed 2 You
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
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Your honeymoon should reflect what you two enjoy doing. If you like adventure, there are so many amazing places to visit; if you are a beach person, your options are limitless! Cecile shares her top tips for planning you honeymoon.
Guest: Cecile, Boundless Travels
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
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When your work schedule isn't flexible, holiday weekends become a very viable option for planning your wedding. Getting married over a holiday comes with unique challenges and benefits.
If you're seeing holiday commercials on TV, you can assume that a venue that is open to the general public (like a country club, hotel, or restaurant) will have holiday decor. Sometimes it's just twinkle lights, while other times you'll find nutcrackers or a tree.
Guest: Carrie Murray, BRA Network
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
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"We wanted a ceremony that included our parents because merging families was a big reason behind getting married — and wanted everyone to be able to understand the ceremony, so we created a very intentional bilingual ceremony and celebration."
When Elyse and her husband were getting married, they wanted to be certain that everyone could understand and participate in the celebration. So, they decided to have a friend get ordained and perform the ceremony in both English and Spanish.
And it doesn't stop there. This wedding is amazing! Get all the details of this remote lakeside wedding in Maine on this week's episode of The Wedding Dish!
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
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How do we learn about different cultures and customs? Ask! Millen, a wedding and event planner in the Washington DC area, shares her experience growing up as an Eritrean woman in the United States and the importance of culture and tradition in wedding celebrations.
Guest: Millen's Occasions
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
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When I hop on a call with potential clients, they almost never know what to ask me. And, who can blame them? They haven't done this before! So, I compiled some of the most important questions to ask your photographer (and one not to ask) so you are good to go when you hop on a call!
No guest this week - just me! :)
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
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Jeanell loves gushing about her own marriage of 17 years and how they keep the fun and laughter alive while keeping it hot and spicy! Hold onto your seats! She's a Relationship Coach and Marriage Strategist who teaches couples how to create more peace, joy, and connection in their marriage and family - and also has the cutest story about how she met her husband. Jeanell's incredible journey to healing started during her divorce and she shares the "gifts" and golden nuggets from that experience.
Guest: Jeanell, Save Our Marriage
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
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You’re engaged - hooray! Now what? The foundations of wedding planning start here.
These two humans came together to share their vast knowledge of wedding planning in their book, Guide to SMART Wedding Planning. Get all the insider info on this week’s episode of The Wedding Dish!
Guests: Jeri Solomon and EdnaDratch-Parker, Real Deal Wedding Insiders
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
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Our society often focuses on “firsts”. First babies mean a shower, first weddings are thought of to be the “big” celebration. But, what about second+ weddings? Don’t we get to celebrate those, too?
“Remarriages, stepfamilies, and blended families don't have to be unhappy for people. In fact, I want to be a voice that you can build a beautiful and happy life as a stepparent or adult in a blended family.”
And, this week on The Wedding Dish, we’re chatting about remarriages, bringing blended families together, and being happy - on your wedding day and in your family.
Guest: Amy Stone, Amy Says So
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
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What’s the difference between a wedding and an elopement? And, what the heck is adventure elopement? Everyone should have the celebration that’s the right fit for them. We’re dishing about the differences between having a traditional wedding and eloping.
Guest: Brianna, Brianna Parks Photography
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
Did you know you can get a custom, made-to-order wedding gown without breaking the bank? Grace + Ivory is on a mission to make dresses affordable without compromising a bit of quality.
This week on The Wedding Dish, we're dishing about...
- why is try-at-home a good option for some
- why the wedding dress shopping experience is so emotionally charged
- why is sustainability is important for Grace + Ivory and why it should it matter to couples
- advice for people out there who are shopping for wedding dresses
... and more!
Guest: Tina Wong, Grace + Ivory
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
You want your photographs to be perfect for you, in their own, unique way. When choosing a venue, how do you know what the photographs will look like? What should you consider?
This week, Sara's dishing about...
- your wedding vibe what to consider when choosing a venue, in terms of photography
- how to choose wedding attire that looks good on you
- how to get the photographs you want
- family dynamics
- what to tell your photographer
… and more!
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
All of your wedding photography questions answered - and what to ask your potential photographer. This week, Sara's answering the questions she was asked as a photographer. No guest this week, just Sara wearing her photographer hat!
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Looking for a wedding pro to connect with? We've got you!The Wedding Dish Podcast | @theweddingdishpodcast Wedding ProsLive Music + Entertainment: Perfekt Blend Band | @perfektblendband Photography: Photos from the Harty | @photosfromhart Wedding Planning + Design: Little Black Book | @littleblkbk Food and Beverage: On the Fly Tapsters | @ontheflytapsters_ Venue: Mess Hall | @messhalldc Hair + Makeup: Rissel | @rissel_beautyg Stationery: Type A Studio | @typea_studio Real Estate: Kimiko Scott | @kscott_realtor | kimiko.scott@rlahre.comHoneymoon Planning: Boundless Travels | @boundlesstravelsVideography: Photuggraphy | @atuggy Suits: Commonwealth Proper | @commonwealthproper Bridal Gowns: Grace + Ivory| @graceandivoryofficial Custom Vow Books: Ox and Pine | @oxandpine Audio Guest Book: At the Beep | @atthebeep.co Erin, The Wedding Dish Producer: @mabely_q Need your dish fix? Visit theweddingdishpodcast.com to check out our upcoming events, apply to be a guest, and check out show notes.
This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
Buying a home is an expensive investment (kind of like a wedding) with a long-term commitment (kind of like a marriage). It's easy to get swept up in the excitement, but before you head too far down the real estate porn road on Zillow, listen to this episode. There is a specific order of things that will make your life much easier - and it's important to really think about your nice-to-haves, your non-negotiables, and your absolutely-nots.
We’re dishing about…
- Where to start when thinking about purchasing a home.
- Real estate is an expensive, long-term commitment (kind of like a wedding); we're talking about some of the things that couples should consider before settling on a home.
- Components that drive home value up.
- Home buyer education.
- Common mistakes couples and new home buyers make when starting their home search.
- Elements that increase - or decrease - value in a home.
… and more!
Guest: Kimiko Scott, Real Living at Home Real Estate (RLAH)
kimiko.scott@rlahre.com
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
When couples start the wedding planning process, they often don't know what they want their wedding stationery to look like, but they know how they want their guests to feel. That's where Type A Design Studios comes in.
We’re dishing about…
- what is included in the traditional invitation suite - and where you can modify.
- the must-haves that couples should absolutely not skip.
- letterpress and eco-friendly options for stationery.
- human connection - and why that’s so important as an eco-feminist artist.
… and more!
And, remember... First we learn the rules, then we break them.
Guest: Ashleigh, Type A Design Studios
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
You want to look your best on your wedding day, but you don't want to break the bank. This week, we're dishing with Rissel and getting the details on how to plan your hair and makeup without busting your budget.
Guest: Rissel Beauty
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Music is the soundtrack for your day. Think of it like a movie: the soundtrack moves it along, it sets the tone, and it gets people excited for what's next. It should also tell your story. Because your wedding day is a celebration of you as a couple.
Guest: Jacque, Perfekt Blend Band
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What's the difference between a dry hire and alcohol included when hiring bartending services for your wedding day? What are the pros and cons of a cash bar versus an open bar? The bar is probably the most waste-producing aspect of any event. So, how to create an environmentally friendly bar experience (and why compostable plastic cups are not the answer)?
Get all the answers in this week’s episode!
Guest: Jennifer, On the Fly Tapsters
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- 17hats. Business (and podcasting) just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
Ready for the top shifts and trends for 2023 weddings? We're on break for the season; enjoy this episode with Brittny, the editor and chief of Love Inc. Magazine!
Tune in to find out what Brittny has to say about trends like... 🔹 Colors 🔹 Elevated entertainment 🔹 Type of celebrations 🔹 Tents 🔹 Patterns 🔹 Micro vs over-the-top celebrations 🔹 Linens + textures 🔹 Unexpected florals + vignettes
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- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
The phrase non-traditional gets thrown around a lot in the wedding world. But, what are "traditional weddings"? What makes a wedding off-beat? This week, we're dishing with a DC wedding planner about unique celebrations and how to prioritize your budget to have the experience for you - and your guests - that really feels right for you as a couple.
Guest: Vanessa, Little Black Book
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- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
What's your vision for your wedding? Figure out what your ideal day looks like and bring together the right vendors to make that happen. From the perspective of your wedding venue. This week, we're dishing about unique wedding experiences for off-beat couples in the heart of Washington, DC.
Guest: Al + Jordan, Mess Hall
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
Your wedding timeline ensures that your day runs smoothly. It's the roadmap for your vendors; it contains vital information about lighting, location, and more. And, there are a lot of pieces that you, as a couple planning a wedding for the first time, might not know to include. This week, we're diving deep and sharing all the moving parts you need to consider when building your timeline.
Guest: Hooman, Wedding Day Timeline
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
Setting yourself up for long-term financial success takes a ton of pressure off your relationship with your significant other. But, what the heck does wealth management mean to the average couple? James is answering all of our questions about finances and dishing about tips and tricks so you can live the life of your dreams together!
Guest: James Woodall, Woodall Wealth Management
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
With 20 years and 500 weddings under his belt, this wedding photographer has some tips to share. When every wedding is unique, how do you find the photographer who's the right fit for you and your day? Here's what you need to know.
Guest: Bryan, Eleven 11 Photography
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- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!)
When you get married, there are several things that come into play regarding taxes. Here's what you need to know.
Guest: Amy Northard, The Accountant For Creatives
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- Mabely Q, Making Business Successible. (That’s success + accessible put together, because the better you can serve your community, the bigger your business can grow.)
- Canva, unique and easy design
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Teachable, Create online courses and coaching services with Teachable. Transform your experience and know-how into a thriving knowledge business
- Laughing with Gingers is a comedy podcast where two redheads with loud laughs share stories, play games, and spread silliness and joy. Hosted by Kristina Kury and Sara Alepin
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!) — reminder to keep your pets safe during fireworks and cool during the summer!
- BarkBox, A monthly themed box of toys, treats, and unleashed joy, thoughtfully designed to satisfy every dog’s unique playstyle
Looking for a unique first dance song? Can't find a song that tells your story? Faith Rumer writes highly personal songs for her couples - and performs the song on the wedding day.
When I sang the song at their wedding and they both cried tears of joy. I'm smiling right now just remembering it. It was magical.
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- Mabely Q, Making Business Successible. (That’s success + accessible put together, because the better you can serve your community, the bigger your business can grow.)
- Canva, unique and easy design
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Lemon Tree Editorial writes authentic and inclusive website copy for kickass wedding vendors who have something to say, but who may also struggle saying it in a polished, put-together, badass-thought-leader kind of way
- Teachable, Create online courses and coaching services with Teachable. Transform your experience and know-how into a thriving knowledge business
- Laughing with Gingers is a comedy podcast where two redheads with loud laughs share stories, play games, and spread silliness and joy. Hosted by Kristina Kury and Sara Alepin
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!) — reminder to keep your pets safe during fireworks and cool during the summer!
- BarkBox, A monthly themed box of toys, treats, and unleashed joy, thoughtfully designed to satisfy every dog’s unique playstyle
From hanging lighting fixtures to market walls. We have the top lighting trends, styles that are not going anywhere, and even inspiration for transforming your wedding into an absolutely stunning event.
Guest: Kevin Dennis, Fantasy Sound and WeddingIQ
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- Mabely Q, Making Business Successible. (That’s success + accessible put together, because the better you can serve your community, the bigger your business can grow)
- Canva, unique and easy design
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly
- Teachable, Create online courses and coaching services with Teachable. Transform your experience and know-how into a thriving knowledge business
- Laughing with Gingers is a comedy podcast where two redheads with loud laughs share stories, play games, and spread silliness and joy. Hosted by Kristina Kury and Sara Alepin
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount)
- BarkBox, A monthly themed box of toys, treats, and unleashed joy, thoughtfully designed to satisfy every dog’s unique playstyle
What do Bumble, shrimp, and Niagara Falls have in common? This couple's wedding! This week, we're joined by Lisa, who was married on the Canadian side of Niagara Falls - and somehow managed to include shrimp in her ceremony. You'll have to listen to find out!
Guest: Lisa Simone Richards
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- Mabely Q, Making Business Successible. (That’s success + accessible put together, because the better you can serve your community, the bigger your business can grow)
- Canva, unique and easy design
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly
- Teachable, Create online courses and coaching services with Teachable. Transform your experience and know-how into a thriving knowledge business
- Laughing with Gingers is a comedy podcast where two redheads with loud laughs share stories, play games, and spread silliness and joy. Hosted by Kristina Kury and Sara Alepin
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount)
- BarkBox, A monthly themed box of toys, treats, and unleashed joy, thoughtfully designed to satisfy every dog’s unique playstyle
Are you two big Renaissance Faire attendees? Maybe you're a fan of Star Wars or The Goonies, and you want to include that in your wedding day. Regardless of your passion, if you're thinking about celebrating with a theme at your wedding, this episode is for you!
Guest: Jen, Weirdo Weddings
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- Mabely Q, Making Business Successible. (That’s success + accessible put together, because the better you can serve your community, the bigger your business can grow)
- Canva, unique and easy design
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly
- Teachable, Create online courses and coaching services with Teachable. Transform your experience and know-how into a thriving knowledge business
- Laughing with Gingers is a comedy podcast where two redheads with loud laughs share stories, play games, and spread silliness and joy. Hosted by Kristina Kury and Sara Alepin
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount)
- BarkBox, A monthly themed box of toys, treats, and unleashed joy, thoughtfully designed to satisfy every dog’s unique playstyle
You're married - woohoo! - and, that doesn't mean your sex life has to change. This week, we're dishing about making sure your sex life continues on an upward pleasure spiral.
Guest: Susan Bratton, Personal Life Media, Inc.
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- Mabely Q, Making Business Successible. (That’s success + accessible put together, because the better you can serve your community, the bigger your business can grow)
- Canva, unique and easy design
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly
- Teachable, Create online courses and coaching services with Teachable. Transform your experience and know-how into a thriving knowledge business
- Laughing with Gingers is a comedy podcast where two redheads with loud laughs share stories, play games, and spread silliness and joy. Hosted by Kristina Kury and Sara Alepin
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount)
- BarkBox, A monthly themed box of toys, treats, and unleashed joy, thoughtfully designed to satisfy every dog’s unique playstyle
Wedding stationery can be a difficult world to navigate. You'll get a lot of opinions from different people - many of which are antiquated, just plain incorrect, or don't make sense for you as a couple. So, what's included in your wedding stationery?
And, what does your stationery actually need to include on it? How do you address people, how much information should you share? The list of questions goes on and on. But, don't worry - Jordan has us covered.
Guest: Jordan Kentris, A Good Day Inc.
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- Mabely Q, Making Business Successible. (That’s success + accessible put together, because the better you can serve your community, the bigger your business can grow)
- Canva, unique and easy design
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly
- Teachable, Create online courses and coaching services with Teachable. Transform your experience and know-how into a thriving knowledge business
- Laughing with Gingers is a comedy podcast where two redheads with loud laughs share stories, play games, and spread silliness and joy. Hosted by Kristina Kury and Sara Alepin
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount)
- BarkBox, A monthly themed box of toys, treats, and unleashed joy, thoughtfully designed to satisfy every dog’s unique playstyle
There are so many moving parts on your wedding day that something is bound to slip through the cracks. Right? Wrong! This week, we're dishing with an incredible LA wedding planner and compiling a list of the things she most often sees couples forget to plan for or bring to their wedding day.
Guest: Renée Dalo, Moxie Bright Events
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- Mabely Q, Making Business Successible. (That’s success + accessible put together, because the better you can serve your community, the bigger your business can grow)
- Canva, unique and easy design
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly
- Teachable, Create online courses and coaching services with Teachable. Transform your experience and know-how into a thriving knowledge business
- Laughing with Gingers is a comedy podcast where two redheads with loud laughs share stories, play games, and spread silliness and joy. Hosted by Kristina Kury and Sara Alepin
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount)
- BarkBox, A monthly themed box of toys, treats, and unleashed joy, thoughtfully designed to satisfy every dog’s unique playstyle
Weddings are emotionally charged celebrations, meaning that emotions run high and can be overwhelming at times (for everyone involved). But, what if you're a people pleaser?
This week, we're bringing back Jacquelyn of First Looks to dish about communication and people pleasing when planning your wedding day.
Guest: Jacquelyn, First Looks
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- Mabely Q, Making Business Successible. (That’s success + accessible put together, because the better you can serve your community, the bigger your business can grow)
- Canva, unique and easy design
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly
- Teachable, Create online courses and coaching services with Teachable. Transform your experience and know-how into a thriving knowledge business
- Laughing with Gingers is a comedy podcast where two redheads with loud laughs share stories, play games, and spread silliness and joy. Hosted by Kristina Kury and Sara Alepin
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount)
- BarkBox, A monthly themed box of toys, treats, and unleashed joy, thoughtfully designed to satisfy every dog’s unique playstyle
How many times have you heard, "It's your day!" while planning your wedding? Realistically, there are a lot of emotions and opinions that couples are bombarded with during the wedding planning process.
This week, we're bringing back Jacquelyn of First Looks to dish about managing expectations and setting yourself up for emotional success while planning your wedding day.
Guest: Jacquelyn, First Looks
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- Mabely Q, Making Business Successible. (That’s success + accessible put together, because the better you can serve your community, the bigger your business can grow)
- Canva, unique and easy design
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly
- Teachable, Create online courses and coaching services with Teachable. Transform your experience and know-how into a thriving knowledge business
- Laughing with Gingers is a comedy podcast where two redheads with loud laughs share stories, play games, and spread silliness and joy. Hosted by Kristina Kury and Sara Alepin
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount)
- BarkBox, A monthly themed box of toys, treats, and unleashed joy, thoughtfully designed to satisfy every dog’s unique playstyle
Micro weddings are continuing to grow in popularity for several reasons. They’re more affordable, the couple has the flexibility to spend time with their guests throughout the day, and there’s often less pressure (especially for the introverts out there). But, not all costs flex with the number of guests on your list.
Guest: Lynne Reznick Photography
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- Mabely Q, Making Business Successible. (That’s success + accessible put together, because the better you can serve your community, the bigger your business can grow)
- Canva, unique and easy design
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly
- Teachable, Create online courses and coaching services with Teachable. Transform your experience and know-how into a thriving knowledge business
- Laughing with Gingers is a comedy podcast where two redheads with loud laughs share stories, play games, and spread silliness and joy. Hosted by Kristina Kury and Sara Alepin
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount)
- BarkBox, A monthly themed box of toys, treats, and unleashed joy, thoughtfully designed to satisfy every dog’s unique playstyle
When it comes to personalizing wedding ceremonies, we often think of writing our own vows, customizing the unity celebration, or choosing readings that mean something personal to us. Maybe we even think of having someone close to us perform the ceremony.
But, the options are truly limitless! Allie the Wedding Officiant shares stories of how her couples have created truly unique celebrations in this week's episode.
Guest: Allie the Wedding Officiant
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This 2021 eco-friendly destination wedding in Playa del Carmen, Mexico, (just outside of Cancun) almost didn't happen - or so Jessica thought! While vacationing in 2019, Jessica thought that Greg had not only decided not to propose but that he was going to break up with her when they got home. Spoiler: she was wrong! Get all the details as we dish on this week's episode!
Guest: Jessica, The Baby Making Podcast
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An elegant Star Wars wedding might seem hard to pull off. Now, imagine incorporating Filipino wedding traditions — and it came together PERFECTLY.
When Chad took Johanna to Comicon for their first date, she knew what she was in for — and she was all in. And when their guests received their save the dates, they knew they were in for a real treat.
And, you won't believe what they did for their first dance! Truly a first!
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Accommodating everyone on your wedding day can be a challenge. That’s why this couple decided to talk with each of their guests at the beginning of the planning process to hear what was important to them.
When your family is a priority, making time to talk with them about what is important to them surrounding your wedding celebration early on is critical.
It was important to us that everyone felt seen and heard during the wedding planning process. We made time to have conversations with each of our family members to make sure that we knew their expectations and what was important to them early on.
Guest: Becca Wood, Probably Bothered
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- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly
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This one's for our best humans and people of honor out there! If you're giving a toast, you want it to slay. You want everyone to enjoy it (and hear it). If you're sentimental, maybe you're looking for some happy tears; those of us who like to laugh might be hoping to add a joke or two into the mix.
Whatever you're looking to include in your toast, this episode will have you writing and delivering it like a pro.
Guest: Eddie, Rice Speechwriting
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- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- Mabely Q, Making Business Successible. (That’s success + accessible put together, because the better you can serve your community, the bigger your business can grow)
- Canva, unique and easy design
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly
- Teachable, Create online courses and coaching services with Teachable. Transform your experience and know-how into a thriving knowledge business
- Laughing with Gingers is a comedy podcast where two redheads with loud laughs share stories, play games, and spread silliness and joy. Hosted by Kristina Kury and Sara Alepin
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount)
- BarkBox, A monthly themed box of toys, treats, and unleashed joy, thoughtfully designed to satisfy every dog’s unique playstyle
If you're using Instagram to search out vendors or ideas for your specific venue or area, you're going about it the hard way. Searching hashtags is tough - and geotagging is unreliable. This is why Juli recommends using Pinterest.
Pinterest is a great tool for wedding planning. It functions as a visual search engine. Juli's bringing all the tips to make using Pinterest effective, productive, and fun!
Guest: Juli, The Garter Girl
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- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- Mabely Q, Making Business Successible. (That’s success + accessible put together, because the better you can serve your community, the bigger your business can grow)
- Canva, unique and easy design
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly
- Teachable, Create online courses and coaching services with Teachable. Transform your experience and know-how into a thriving knowledge business
- Laughing with Gingers is a comedy podcast where two redheads with loud laughs share stories, play games, and spread silliness and joy. Hosted by Kristina Kury and Sara Alepin
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount)
- BarkBox, A monthly themed box of toys, treats, and unleashed joy, thoughtfully designed to satisfy every dog’s unique playstyle
After a lot of back and forth, an intimate bayside elopement was the right fit for Sani and Zee - and, in the end, they couldn't have been happier. We're dishing about how this adorable couple met in graduate school in the US, fell in love (after someone flaked repeatedly on planned dates), and got married.
Guest: Sani
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- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- Mabely Q, Making Business Successible. (That’s success + accessible put together, because the better you can serve your community, the bigger your business can grow)
- Canva, unique and easy design
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly
- Teachable, Create online courses and coaching services with Teachable. Transform your experience and know-how into a thriving knowledge business
- Laughing with Gingers is a comedy podcast where two redheads with loud laughs share stories, play games, and spread silliness and joy. Hosted by Kristina Kury and Sara Alepin
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount)
- BarkBox, A monthly themed box of toys, treats, and unleashed joy, thoughtfully designed to satisfy every dog’s unique playstyle
André wasn't interested in every aspect of wedding planning, but his partner didn't want him to feel left out. Sometimes what's fun for one of us isn't always the other person's cup of tea.
It's never easy to have tough conversations (that's why they're called tough!), especially surrounding something as emotionally charged as planning a wedding. But it almost always feels better afterward - and it sets you up for success as a couple because you have an open line of communication.
This week, we're dishing about André's wedding planning journey, relationships, communication, and more!
Guest: André, Project Equinox
(PS: Here's the free gift Andre mentions on the show)
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- Mabely Q, Making Business Successible. (That’s success + accessible put together, because the better you can serve your community, the bigger your business can grow)
- Canva, unique and easy design
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly
- Teachable, Create online courses and coaching services with Teachable. Transform your experience and know-how into a thriving knowledge business
- Laughing with Gingers is a comedy podcast where two redheads with loud laughs share stories, play games, and spread silliness and joy. Hosted by Kristina Kury and Sara Alepin
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount)
- BarkBox, A monthly themed box of toys, treats, and unleashed joy, thoughtfully designed to satisfy every dog’s unique playstyle
Calling all game lovers, this one's for you! Diana and her husband met in Romania, where they both grew up. Traveling to the UK to spend the weekend with Diana, their "first date" was a weekend of games, laughing, and fun; since then, they haven't stopped playing games together. This love of competition in combination with their desire to have better conversations inspired a cool card game - and app! - called Better Topics.
Bonus: hear all about some really cool Romanian traditions surrounding weddings, family, and more!
Guest: Diana, Better Topics
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- Mabely Q, Making Business Successible. (That’s success + accessible put together, because the better you can serve your community, the bigger your business can grow)
- Canva, unique and easy design
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly
- Teachable, Create online courses and coaching services with Teachable. Transform your experience and know-how into a thriving knowledge business
- Laughing with Gingers is a comedy podcast where two redheads with loud laughs share stories, play games, and spread silliness and joy. Hosted by Kristina Kury and Sara Alepin
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount)
- BarkBox, A monthly themed box of toys, treats, and unleashed joy, thoughtfully designed to satisfy every dog’s unique playstyle
This week, we're dishing about relationships and s-e-x. Carolin shares her secrets to making those honeymoon nights last.
Guest: Carolin Hauser, Blissful Marriage
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- Mabely Q, Making Business Successible. (That’s success + accessible put together, because the better you can serve your community, the bigger your business can grow)
- Canva, unique and easy design
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly
- Teachable, Create online courses and coaching services with Teachable. Transform your experience and know-how into a thriving knowledge business
- Laughing with Gingers is a comedy podcast where two redheads with loud laughs share stories, play games, and spread silliness and joy. Hosted by Kristina Kury and Sara Alepin
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount)
- BarkBox, A monthly themed box of toys, treats, and unleashed joy, thoughtfully designed to satisfy every dog’s unique playstyle
When your work schedule isn't flexible, holiday weekends become a very viable option for planning your wedding. Getting married over a holiday comes with unique challenges and benefits.
If you're seeing holiday commercials on TV, you can assume that a venue that is open to the general public (like a country club, hotel, or restaurant) will have holiday decor. Sometimes it's just twinkle lights, while other times you'll find nutcrackers or a tree.
Guest: Carrie Murray, BRA Network
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- Mabely Q, Making Business Successible. (That’s success + accessible put together, because the better you can serve your community, the bigger your business can grow)
- Canva, unique and easy design
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly
- Teachable, Create online courses and coaching services with Teachable. Transform your experience and know-how into a thriving knowledge business
- Laughing with Gingers is a comedy podcast where two redheads with loud laughs share stories, play games, and spread silliness and joy. Hosted by Kristina Kury and Sara Alepin
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount)
- BarkBox, A monthly themed box of toys, treats, and unleashed joy, thoughtfully designed to satisfy every dog’s unique playstyle
"As a wedding magazine editor, I have a birds' eye view of wedding trends that are happening around the country. Some of those "trends" are indeed shifts, meaning they're sticking around for awhile."
What's the difference between a trend and a shift? We've seen a lot of changes since 2020. From the way we celebrate to who we celebrate with to what we prioritize when planning weddings.
Brittny defines shifts as changes that are going to be sticking around for years and years (maybe even forever), while trends may have a shorter shelf life. We're dishing about all of the newest trends - and the coolest shifts - on The Wedding Dish this week!
This week, Sara is joined by Brittny Drye, the human behind Love Inc.
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- Mabely Q, Making Business Successible. (That’s success + accessible put together, because the better you can serve your community, the bigger your business can grow)
- Canva, unique and easy design
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly
- Teachable, Create online courses and coaching services with Teachable. Transform your experience and know-how into a thriving knowledge business
- Laughing with Gingers is a comedy podcast where two redheads with loud laughs share stories, play games, and spread silliness and joy. Hosted by Kristina Kury and Sara Alepin
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount)
- BarkBox, A monthly themed box of toys, treats, and unleashed joy, thoughtfully designed to satisfy every dog’s unique playstyle
Are you considering eloping? Or having a beautiful, intimate backyard wedding? You're not alone. Many couples have decided that big weddings aren't the right fit for them. Regardless of the wedding size, your day can still be absolutely stunning and filled with love!
This week, Sara is joined by Kim Olsen, the human behind Art of Eloping, and author of Your Wedding, Your Way: Destination Elopements, Intimate Ceremonies, and Other Nontraditional Nuptials: A Guide for the Modern Couple
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- Mabely Q, Making Business Successible. (That’s success + accessible put together, because the better you can serve your community, the bigger your business can grow)
- Canva, unique and easy design
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly
- Teachable, Create online courses and coaching services with Teachable. Transform your experience and know-how into a thriving knowledge business
- Laughing with Gingers is a comedy podcast where two redheads with loud laughs share stories, play games, and spread silliness and joy. Hosted by Kristina Kury and Sara Alepin
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount)
- BarkBox, A monthly themed box of toys, treats, and unleashed joy, thoughtfully designed to satisfy every dog’s unique playstyle
Christine O'Donnell is back - and she's joined by husband Steve Kudj - to talk about their wedding day (and get Steve's side of the story on how they met).
Listen to Christine's version of how they met, their proposal story, and more in College Sweethearts, LA Anchors, and a Minnesota Riverside Wedding.
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- Mabely Q, Making Business Successible. (That’s success + accessible put together, because the better you can serve your community, the bigger your business can grow.)
- Canva, unique and easy design
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Teachable, Create online courses and coaching services with Teachable. Transform your experience and know-how into a thriving knowledge business
- Laughing with Gingers is a comedy podcast where two redheads with loud laughs share stories, play games, and spread silliness and joy. Hosted by Kristina Kury and Sara Alepin
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount)
- BarkBox, A monthly themed box of toys, treats, and unleashed joy, thoughtfully designed to satisfy every dog’s unique playstyle
Are you an adventurer or a leisure traveler? Do you prefer safari or city? Beach or mountains? With so many options, how do you choose the right honeymoon for you?
This week, we're dishing about honeymoon planning. From the best things to pack to the best location for you to how much time to take and everything in between!
Guest: Alyson, Jetaway Guru
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- Mabely Q, Making Business Successible. (That’s success + accessible put together, because the better you can serve your community, the bigger your business can grow.)
- Canva, unique and easy design
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Teachable, Create online courses and coaching services with Teachable. Transform your experience and know-how into a thriving knowledge business
- Laughing with Gingers is a comedy podcast where two redheads with loud laughs share stories, play games, and spread silliness and joy. Hosted by Kristina Kury and Sara Alepin
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount)
- BarkBox, A monthly themed box of toys, treats, and unleashed joy, thoughtfully designed to satisfy every dog’s unique playstyle
Understanding your strengths and weaknesses plays a bigger part in wedding planning than most of us realize. Me? I'm not great at planning in general. And, Victoria isn't either.
Pushing ourselves to do something we're not the best at can often lead to unnecessary stress, disappointment, and frustration. So, play to your strengths and hire a professional or ask for help for the other stuff.
Guest: Victoria Cooper, The Little Decisions Podcast
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- Mabely Q, Making Business Successible. (That’s success + accessible put together, because the better you can serve your community, the bigger your business can grow.)
- Canva, unique and easy design
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Teachable, Create online courses and coaching services with Teachable. Transform your experience and know-how into a thriving knowledge business
- Laughing with Gingers is a comedy podcast where two redheads with loud laughs share stories, play games, and spread silliness and joy. Hosted by Kristina Kury and Sara Alepin
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount)
- BarkBox, A monthly themed box of toys, treats, and unleashed joy, thoughtfully designed to satisfy every dog’s unique playstyle
There are a lot of logistics that go into wedding planning - and rentals are no exception.
Even if a tent is your "plan B", you need to reserve it in advance or you might be out of luck.
Adam The Tent Guy is answering all of our questions. From tent size to table size to which type of tent is best for which season (and even time of day!).
Guest: Adam, Tent-All Rent-All + The Tent Guy
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- Mabely Q, Making Business Successible. (That’s success + accessible put together, because the better you can serve your community, the bigger your business can grow.)
- Canva, unique and easy design
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Teachable, Create online courses and coaching services with Teachable. Transform your experience and know-how into a thriving knowledge business
- Laughing with Gingers is a comedy podcast where two redheads with loud laughs share stories, play games, and spread silliness and joy. Hosted by Kristina Kury and Sara Alepin
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount)
- BarkBox, A monthly themed box of toys, treats, and unleashed joy, thoughtfully designed to satisfy every dog’s unique playstyle
The story of how we met is actually the story of how we didn't meet for a super long time. We went to the same tiny college, we taught at the same school... We have tons of friends in common. It's hysterical that we didn't meet for 20 years.
Myka and Dagan got married in Newport, OR. The day was perfect, but the planning process was not. Planning a wedding long-distance meant that these two weren't able to enjoy the "togetherness" of planning a wedding.
Hear their story on this week's episode of The Wedding Dish!
Guest: Myka Hansen, Teen Forward
Want your question answered? You can submit your questions to The Wedding Dish through our Instagram @theweddingdishpodcast. If you'd like to be a guest on The Wedding Dish, visit theweddingdishpodcast.com/dish-with-us
Need your dish fix? Visit theweddingdishpodcast.com!
This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- Mabely Q, Making Business Successible. (That’s success + accessible put together, because the better you can serve your community, the bigger your business can grow.)
- Canva, unique and easy design
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Teachable, Create online courses and coaching services with Teachable. Transform your experience and know-how into a thriving knowledge business
- Laughing with Gingers is a comedy podcast where two redheads with loud laughs share stories, play games, and spread silliness and joy. Hosted by Kristina Kury and Sara Alepin
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount)
- BarkBox, A monthly themed box of toys, treats, and unleashed joy, thoughtfully designed to satisfy every dog’s unique playstyle
This 2021 eco-friendly destination wedding in Playa del Carmen, Mexico, (just outside of Cancun) almost didn't happen - or so Jessica thought! While vacationing in 2019, Jessica thought that Greg had not only decided not to propose but that he was going to break up with her when they got home. Spoiler: she was wrong! Get all the details as we dish on this week's episode!
Guest: Jessica, The Baby Making Podcast
Want your question answered? You can submit your questions to The Wedding Dish through our Instagram @theweddingdishpodcast. If you'd like to be a guest on The Wedding Dish, visit theweddingdishpodcast.com/dish-with-us
Need your dish fix? Visit theweddingdishpodcast.com!
This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- Mabely Q, Making Business Successible. (That’s success + accessible put together, because the better you can serve your community, the bigger your business can grow.)
- Canva, unique and easy design
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Teachable, Create online courses and coaching services with Teachable. Transform your experience and know-how into a thriving knowledge business
- Laughing with Gingers is a comedy podcast where two redheads with loud laughs share stories, play games, and spread silliness and joy. Hosted by Kristina Kury and Sara Alepin
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount)
- BarkBox, A monthly themed box of toys, treats, and unleashed joy, thoughtfully designed to satisfy every dog’s unique playstyle
From whether or not to have a first look (and all of the logistics that come with the first look), do you have to _____ [insert anything that you may think you "must" to do at your wedding], and more — Sara has you covered.
Want your question answered? You can submit your questions to The Wedding Dish through our Instagram @theweddingdishpodcast
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- Mabely Q, Making Business Successible. (That’s success + accessible put together, because the better you can serve your community, the bigger your business can grow.)
- Canva, unique and easy design
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Teachable, Create online courses and coaching services with Teachable. Transform your experience and know-how into a thriving knowledge business
- Laughing with Gingers is a comedy podcast where two redheads with loud laughs share stories, play games, and spread silliness and joy. Hosted by Kristina Kury and Sara Alepin
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount)
- BarkBox, A monthly themed box of toys, treats, and unleashed joy, thoughtfully designed to satisfy every dog’s unique playstyle
When it comes to personalizing wedding ceremonies, we often think of writing our own vows, customizing the unity celebration, or choosing readings that mean something personal to us. Maybe we even think of having someone close to us perform the ceremony.
But, the options are truly limitless! Allie the Wedding Officiant shares stories of how her couples have created truly unique celebrations in this week's episode.
Guest: Allie the Wedding Officiant
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- Mabely Q, Making Business Successible. (That’s success + accessible put together, because the better you can serve your community, the bigger your business can grow.)
- Canva, unique and easy design
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Teachable, Create online courses and coaching services with Teachable. Transform your experience and know-how into a thriving knowledge business
- Laughing with Gingers is a comedy podcast where two redheads with loud laughs share stories, play games, and spread silliness and joy. Hosted by Kristina Kury and Sara Alepin
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount)
- BarkBox, A monthly themed box of toys, treats, and unleashed joy, thoughtfully designed to satisfy every dog’s unique playstyle
We're kind of normal-adjacent in the wedding world right now. It's not 100% back to carefree celebrations, but we're getting there. And, one of the cool things that has come out of the "pause" is that couples are doing what they really want during their celebrations.
Lean into that! Embrace it! You deserve to be happy and you shouldn't feel obligated to celebrate in a way that doesn't feel like YOU!
Guest: The Stylist Abroad
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- Mabely Q, Making Business Successible. (That’s success + accessible put together, because the better you can serve your community, the bigger your business can grow.)
- Canva, unique and easy design
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Teachable, Create online courses and coaching services with Teachable. Transform your experience and know-how into a thriving knowledge business
- Laughing with Gingers is a comedy podcast where two redheads with loud laughs share stories, play games, and spread silliness and joy. Hosted by Kristina Kury and Sara Alepin
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount)
- BarkBox, A monthly themed box of toys, treats, and unleashed joy, thoughtfully designed to satisfy every dog’s unique playstyle
"I want to reiterate to couples that they should never take this bad behavior personally." Guests aren't always on their best (or most considerate) behavior before, during, and after your wedding. And, when that happens, it's not your fault!
Leah Weinberg of Color Pop Events is on a mission to reassure couples that no matter who might be giving you attitude, complaining, or just not acting in the most respectful way — it's not about you; it's about them.
Check out her book, The Wedding Roller Coaster.
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- Mabely Q, Making Business Successible. (That’s success + accessible put together, because the better you can serve your community, the bigger your business can grow.)
- Canva, unique and easy design
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Teachable, Create online courses and coaching services with Teachable. Transform your experience and know-how into a thriving knowledge business
- Laughing with Gingers is a comedy podcast where two redheads with loud laughs share stories, play games, and spread silliness and joy. Hosted by Kristina Kury and Sara Alepin
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount)
- BarkBox, A monthly themed box of toys, treats, and unleashed joy, thoughtfully designed to satisfy every dog’s unique playstyle
"We wanted a ceremony that included our parents because merging families was a big reason behind getting married — and wanted everyone to be able to understand the ceremony, so we created a very intentional bilingual ceremony and celebration."
When Elyse and her husband were getting married, they wanted to be certain that everyone could understand and participate in the celebration. So, they decided to have a friend get ordained and perform the ceremony in both English and Spanish.
And it doesn't stop there. This wedding is amazing!
Get all the details of this remote lakeside wedding in Maine on this week's episode of The Wedding Dish!
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- Mabely Q, Making Business Successible. (That’s success + accessible put together, because the better you can serve your community, the bigger your business can grow.)
- Canva, unique and easy design
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Lemon Tree Editorial writes authentic and inclusive website copy for kickass wedding vendors who have something to say, but who may also struggle saying it in a polished, put-together, badass-thought-leader kind of way
- Teachable, Create online courses and coaching services with Teachable. Transform your experience and know-how into a thriving knowledge business
- Laughing with Gingers is a comedy podcast where two redheads with loud laughs share stories, play games, and spread silliness and joy. Hosted by Kristina Kury and Sara Alepin
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!) — reminder to keep your pets safe during fireworks and cool during the summer!
- BarkBox, A monthly themed box of toys, treats, and unleashed joy, thoughtfully designed to satisfy every dog’s unique playstyle
You have questions, we have answers! Vanessa of Little Black Book is answering questions about the state of the wedding industry, etiquette and best practices while navigating health concerns, and new cool trends!
Need your dish fix? Visit theweddingdishpodcast.com and check us out on Instagram @theweddingdishpodcast!
Get premium content and support The Wedding Dish by joining our Patreon community! https://www.patreon.com/theweddingdish
This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- Mabely Q, Making Business Successible. (That’s success + accessible put together, because the better you can serve your community, the bigger your business can grow.)
- Canva, unique and easy design
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Lemon Tree Editorial writes authentic and inclusive website copy for kickass wedding vendors who have something to say, but who may also struggle saying it in a polished, put-together, badass-thought-leader kind of way
- Teachable, Create online courses and coaching services with Teachable. Transform your experience and know-how into a thriving knowledge business
- Laughing with Gingers is a comedy podcast where two redheads with loud laughs share stories, play games, and spread silliness and joy. Hosted by Kristina Kury and Sara Alepin
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!) — reminder to keep your pets safe during fireworks and cool during the summer!
- BarkBox, A monthly themed box of toys, treats, and unleashed joy, thoughtfully designed to satisfy every dog’s unique playstyle
June and Garrick knew they wanted their wedding to be a party. They also knew they wanted to incorporate family traditions and Kenyan culture. Every detail was personal; from the ethically sourced feathers of Kenyan birds in their wedding attire to their venue and everything in between. And, boy was it a party!
Wedding Vendors
Photography: Photos from the Harty
Dress: Francesca's Bridal
Custom Feather Hairpins: Kpoeta By Ambica
Hair & Make-up: Dry Land Salon
Florals: Local Color Flowers
Ceremony, Reception & Catering: Gertrudes (Baltimore Museum of Art)
Live Band: Bachelor Boys Band
Invitations: Dunkirk Designs
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This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- Mabely Q, Making Business Successible. (That’s success + accessible put together, because the better you can serve your community, the bigger your business can grow.)
- Canva, unique and easy design
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Lemon Tree Editorial writes authentic and inclusive website copy for kickass wedding vendors who have something to say, but who may also struggle saying it in a polished, put-together, badass-thought-leader kind of way
- Teachable, Create online courses and coaching services with Teachable. Transform your experience and know-how into a thriving knowledge business
- Laughing with Gingers is a comedy podcast where two redheads with loud laughs share stories, play games, and spread silliness and joy. Hosted by Kristina Kury and Sara Alepin
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!) — reminder to keep your pets safe during fireworks and cool during the summer!
- BarkBox, A monthly themed box of toys, treats, and unleashed joy, thoughtfully designed to satisfy every dog’s unique playstyle
At 23 years old, Kelly Faetanini became the head designer at Priscilla of Boston, eventually launching her own line two weeks before her own wedding (imagine mindblown emoji here).
Her budget-friendly, customizable wedding gowns are stunning. And, you can add convertible pieces to change your look throughout your celebration!
Get all the details in this week's episode.
Need your dish fix? Visit theweddingdishpodcast.com and check us out on Instagram @theweddingdishpodcast!
Get premium content and support The Wedding Dish by joining our Patreon community! https://www.patreon.com/theweddingdish
This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- Mabely Q, Making Business Successible. (That’s success + accessible put together, because the better you can serve your community, the bigger your business can grow.)
- Canva, unique and easy design
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Lemon Tree Editorial writes authentic and inclusive website copy for kickass wedding vendors who have something to say, but who may also struggle saying it in a polished, put-together, badass-thought-leader kind of way
- Teachable, Create online courses and coaching services with Teachable. Transform your experience and know-how into a thriving knowledge business
- Laughing with Gingers is a comedy podcast where two redheads with loud laughs share stories, play games, and spread silliness and joy. Hosted by Kristina Kury and Sara Alepin
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!) — reminder to keep your pets safe during fireworks and cool during the summer!
- BarkBox, A monthly themed box of toys, treats, and unleashed joy, thoughtfully designed to satisfy every dog’s unique playstyle
Looking for a unique first dance song? Can't find a song that tells your story? Faith Rumer writes highly personal songs for her couples - and performs the song on the wedding day.
When I sang the song at their wedding and they both cried tears of joy. I'm smiling right now just remembering it. It was magical.
Need your dish fix? Visit theweddingdishpodcast.com and check us out on Instagram @theweddingdishpodcast!
Get premium content and support The Wedding Dish by joining our Patreon community! https://www.patreon.com/theweddingdish
This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- Mabely Q, Making Business Successible. (That’s success + accessible put together, because the better you can serve your community, the bigger your business can grow.)
- Canva, unique and easy design
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Lemon Tree Editorial writes authentic and inclusive website copy for kickass wedding vendors who have something to say, but who may also struggle saying it in a polished, put-together, badass-thought-leader kind of way
- Teachable, Create online courses and coaching services with Teachable. Transform your experience and know-how into a thriving knowledge business
- Laughing with Gingers is a comedy podcast where two redheads with loud laughs share stories, play games, and spread silliness and joy. Hosted by Kristina Kury and Sara Alepin
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!) — reminder to keep your pets safe during fireworks and cool during the summer!
- BarkBox, A monthly themed box of toys, treats, and unleashed joy, thoughtfully designed to satisfy every dog’s unique playstyle
The pandemic threw a lot of us for a loop in the wedding industry, but it gave this couple the opportunity to celebrate in the way that they truly wanted — small, intimate, personal, and at home.
We both think we really lucked out by having a pandemic wedding. Neither of us had any interest in planning and our parents both had a lot of requests. It was gearing up to be a nightmare. Then the pandemic hit and our parents were suddenly more concerned about us getting married than planning a big multicultural extravaganza.
Jess, the CEO of Backbone Business, shares her wedding story and how they navigated the planning process prior to the pandemic and pivoted to get the wedding that they truly wanted in the end.
Need your dish fix? Visit theweddingdishpodcast.com and check us out on Instagram @theweddingdishpodcast!
Get premium content and support The Wedding Dish by joining our Patreon community! https://www.patreon.com/theweddingdish
This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- Mabely Q, Making Business Successible. (That’s success + accessible put together, because the better you can serve your community, the bigger your business can grow.)
- Canva, unique and easy design
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Lemon Tree Editorial writes authentic and inclusive website copy for kickass wedding vendors who have something to say, but who may also struggle saying it in a polished, put-together, badass-thought-leader kind of way
- Teachable, Create online courses and coaching services with Teachable. Transform your experience and know-how into a thriving knowledge business
- Laughing with Gingers is a comedy podcast where two redheads with loud laughs share stories, play games, and spread silliness and joy. Hosted by Kristina Kury and Sara Alepin
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!) — reminder to keep your pets safe during fireworks and cool during the summer!
- BarkBox, A monthly themed box of toys, treats, and unleashed joy, thoughtfully designed to satisfy every dog’s unique playstyle
Planning a surprise proposal? This episode is for you! From locations to best practices to tips and tricks — Chris Ferenzi Photography is sharing all of his best practices.
Need your dish fix? Visit theweddingdishpodcast.com and check us out on Instagram @theweddingdishpodcast!
Get premium content and support The Wedding Dish by joining our Patreon community! https://www.patreon.com/theweddingdish
This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- Mabely Q, Making Business Successible. (That’s success + accessible put together, because the better you can serve your community, the bigger your business can grow.)
- Canva, unique and easy design
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Lemon Tree Editorial writes authentic and inclusive website copy for kickass wedding vendors who have something to say, but who may also struggle saying it in a polished, put-together, badass-thought-leader kind of way
- Teachable, Create online courses and coaching services with Teachable. Transform your experience and know-how into a thriving knowledge business
- Laughing with Gingers is a comedy podcast where two redheads with loud laughs share stories, play games, and spread silliness and joy. Hosted by Kristina Kury and Sara Alepin
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!) — reminder to keep your pets safe during fireworks and cool during the summer!
- BarkBox, A monthly themed box of toys, treats, and unleashed joy, thoughtfully designed to satisfy every dog’s unique playstyle
Wondering how to choose the best color scheme for your wedding? What about budgeting so you can have the wedding day of your dreams without breaking the bank? Maybe you need a wedding checklist, but don't know where to find the best one for you (hint: you can find that at patreon.com/theweddingdish wink wink)
In this episode, Sara answers listener's questions about wedding planning. Do you have a question you want answered? Visit theweddingdishpodcast.com or send it to us on our Instagram @theweddingdishpodcast!
Get premium content and support The Wedding Dish by joining our Patreon community! https://www.patreon.com/theweddingdish
This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- Mabely Q, Making Business Successible. (That’s success + accessible put together, because the better you can serve your community, the bigger your business can grow.)
- Canva, unique and easy design
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Lemon Tree Editorial writes authentic and inclusive website copy for kickass wedding vendors who have something to say, but who may also struggle saying it in a polished, put-together, badass-thought-leader kind of way
- Teachable, Create online courses and coaching services with Teachable. Transform your experience and know-how into a thriving knowledge business
- Laughing with Gingers is a comedy podcast where two redheads with loud laughs share stories, play games, and spread silliness and joy. Hosted by Kristina Kury and Sara Alepin
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!) — reminder to keep your pets safe during fireworks and cool during the summer!
- BarkBox, A monthly themed box of toys, treats, and unleashed joy, thoughtfully designed to satisfy every dog’s unique playstyle
Christine and Steve met in college; Steve was hooked right away, but Christine thought he was a little "much". Fast forward to after graduation when they moved to LA to anchor on a popular news network, got engaged in a surprising way, and started a family.
This episode is part one of this hilarious couples' story.
You can find Christine @thechristineod and @brightsightedpros
Visit theweddingdishpodcast.com and follow us @theweddingdishpodcast.com
This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- Mabely Q, Making Business Successible. (That’s success + accessible put together, because the better you can serve your community, the bigger your business can grow.)
- Canva, unique and easy design
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Lemon Tree Editorial writes authentic and inclusive website copy for kickass wedding vendors who have something to say, but who may also struggle saying it in a polished, put-together, badass-thought-leader kind of way
- Teachable, Create online courses and coaching services with Teachable. Transform your experience and know-how into a thriving knowledge business
- Laughing with Gingers is a comedy podcast where two redheads with loud laughs share stories, play games, and spread silliness and joy. Hosted by Kristina Kury and Sara Alepin
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!) — reminder to keep your pets safe during fireworks and cool during the summer!
- BarkBox, A monthly themed box of toys, treats, and unleashed joy, thoughtfully designed to satisfy every dog’s unique playstyle
Top Episode! This destination wedding photographer is located in Bermuda, but photographs all over the world. And, she's from the DC area (which, if you don't know, is where The Wedding Dish is located)!
Find out all about how her island life inspired her to open a destination photography business and what a destination wedding entails.
Visit theweddingdishpodcast.com and follow us @theweddingdishpodcast.com
This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- Mabely Q, Making Business Successible. (That’s success + accessible put together, because the better you can serve your community, the bigger your business can grow.)
- Canva, unique and easy design
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Lemon Tree Editorial writes authentic and inclusive website copy for kickass wedding vendors who have something to say, but who may also struggle saying it in a polished, put-together, badass-thought-leader kind of way
- Teachable, Create online courses and coaching services with Teachable. Transform your experience and know-how into a thriving knowledge business
- Laughing with Gingers is a comedy podcast where two redheads with loud laughs share stories, play games, and spread silliness and joy. Hosted by Kristina Kury and Sara Alepin
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!) — reminder to keep your pets safe during fireworks and cool during the summer!
- BarkBox, A monthly themed box of toys, treats, and unleashed joy, thoughtfully designed to satisfy every dog’s unique playstyle
Top Episode! We dish with a #coronawedding couple; after their destination wedding in the groom's hometown of Tulum, Mexico, was cancelled in May 2020, this couple decided to head to the courthouse in downtown LA with their newly adopted senior (super cute!) puggle and elope. The photos are fantastic, filled with love and happiness.
Visit theweddingdishpodcast.com and follow us @theweddingdishpodcast.com
This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- Mabely Q, Making Business Successible. (That’s success + accessible put together, because the better you can serve your community, the bigger your business can grow.)
- Canva, unique and easy design
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Lemon Tree Editorial writes authentic and inclusive website copy for kickass wedding vendors who have something to say, but who may also struggle saying it in a polished, put-together, badass-thought-leader kind of way
- Teachable, Create online courses and coaching services with Teachable. Transform your experience and know-how into a thriving knowledge business
- Laughing with Gingers is a comedy podcast where two redheads with loud laughs share stories, play games, and spread silliness and joy. Hosted by Kristina Kury and Sara Alepin
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!) — reminder to keep your pets safe during fireworks and cool during the summer!
- BarkBox, A monthly themed box of toys, treats, and unleashed joy, thoughtfully designed to satisfy every dog’s unique playstyle
Top Episode! In marketing, video is king. If you're scrolling on social media, video stops you in your tracks. If someone is looking for a wedding vendor, they're going to watch the videos on your website. Why? Because they want to know you! And, video is a great way to build the know-like-trust factor.
We're dishing with Tara Garwood, CEO of Banner Day Films, who specializes in using videography for marketing. Everything you need to know about creating the perfect marketing video for your wedding business!
Visit theweddingdishpodcast.com and follow us @theweddingdishpodcast.com
This episode is brought to you by...
- Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
- District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
- Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
- Mabely Q, Making Business Successible. (That’s success + accessible put together, because the better you can serve your community, the bigger your business can grow.)
- Canva, unique and easy design
- 17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
- Lemon Tree Editorial writes authentic and inclusive website copy for kickass wedding vendors who have something to say, but who may also struggle saying it in a polished, put-together, badass-thought-leader kind of way
- Teachable, Create online courses and coaching services with Teachable. Transform your experience and know-how into a thriving knowledge business
- Laughing with Gingers is a comedy podcast where two redheads with loud laughs share stories, play games, and spread silliness and joy. Hosted by Kristina Kury and Sara Alepin
- Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!) — reminder to keep your pets safe during fireworks and cool during the summer!
- BarkBox, A monthly themed box of toys, treats, and unleashed joy, thoughtfully designed to satisfy every dog’s unique playstyle
When you're a loud laugher and get married in the mountains, it echoes. When you marry into a boisterous family, your wedding can be heard around the world.
Sara is joined by the ladies behind Laughing with Gingers; Producer Liz tells the story of how she met, fell in love with, and married guest co-host Kristina's brother (that's a mouthful, huh?).
Liz and Shaun had the perfect wedding for them — an intimate celebration in the mountains near Lake Tahoe, CA. Their Airbnb had an amazing view and the snow that fell the night before they said, "I do," couldn't have been more perfect.
Transcripts and show notes are available at The Wedding Dish.
Don't forget to follow, rate, and review The Wedding Dish on your preferred podcast platform and follow us on Instagram @theweddingdishpodcast.
This episode is brought to you by: • Photos from the Harty, Internationally acclaimed wedding photography • District Bliss, the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease • Lemon Tree Editorial, copywriting for wedding professionals • Sprout Creative, marketing for entrepreneurs • Laughing with Gingers, a podcast where two feisty redheads spread silliness and joy • Mabely Q, accessibility education
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Get your hands out of everyone else's wallet and don't price your services or products based on what other people are doing; don't watch what everyone else seems to be doing and try to imitate them, just hoping it works for you; and remember that your clientele has never planned a wedding before, so step back from the curse of knowledge and educate your clients.
These are just a few tidbits that came out of our conversation with Heidi Thompson, the woman behind Evolve Your Wedding Business.
We delve into marketing in the wedding industry and how different it is from most other entrepreneurial spaces. If you're a wedding pro, this episode is for you.
Transcripts and show notes are available at The Wedding Dish.
Don't forget to follow, rate, and review The Wedding Dish on your preferred podcast platform and follow us on Instagram @theweddingdishpodcast.
This episode is brought to you by: • Photos from the Harty, Internationally acclaimed wedding photography • District Bliss, the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease • Lemon Tree Editorial, copywriting for wedding professionals • Sprout Creative, marketing for entrepreneurs • Laughing with Gingers, a podcast where two feisty redheads spread silliness and joy • Mabely Q, accessibility education
Want to be part of the show? Click here!
Planning a wedding can bring up a lot of emotions — for everyone. Getting the support you need in order to engage with your engagement, manage expectations (yours and others), and move forward with excitement!
Planning your wedding - and your marriage! - should feel fun, not frustrating. Sara is joined by Jacquelyn Burt, the woman behind First Looks. Jacquelyn is a coach, educator, and award-winning wedding makeup artist. She combines her experience as a wedding industry pro with training in education and counseling to offer both on-site makeup services and personalized emotional support coaching. Her work is to bring ease, clarity, and joy into your wedding planning and celebration!
Transcripts and show notes are available at The Wedding Dish.
Don't forget to follow, rate, and review The Wedding Dish on your preferred podcast platform and follow us on Instagram @theweddingdishpodcast.
This episode is brought to you by: • Photos from the Harty, Internationally acclaimed wedding photography • District Bliss, the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease • Lemon Tree Editorial, copywriting for wedding professionals • Sprout Creative, marketing for entrepreneurs • Laughing with Gingers, a podcast where two feisty redheads spread silliness and joy • Mabely Q, accessibility education
Want to be part of the show? Click here!
Having a unique first dance song or music that means something to you and your guests can really set the tone for your wedding day. Sara is joined by Shawn of Bash Entertainment for Season 4 Episode 12: You Don't Have to go the Traditional Route with Music We dish about an Elvis impersonator officiant who sang the first song, a groom who entered by flying in a Black Hawk helicopter, and more!
Sara is joined by Shawn of Bash Entertainment.
Transcripts and show notes are available at The Wedding Dish.
Don't forget to follow, rate, and review The Wedding Dish on your preferred podcast platform and follow us on Instagram @theweddingdishpodcast.
This episode is brought to you by: • Photos from the Harty, Internationally acclaimed wedding photography • District Bliss, the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease • Lemon Tree Editorial, copywriting for wedding professionals • Sprout Creative, marketing for entrepreneurs • Laughing with Gingers, a podcast where two feisty redheads spread silliness and joy • Mabely Q, accessibility education
Want to be part of the show? Click here!
Have you ever thought about how lighting, the height of the centerpieces, combining live music with a DJ, and captioning your music might enhance your guest experience (and yours)?
What about scheduled a 45-minute nap into your wedding day? Outside the box thinking can make your wedding day more enjoyable than you ever imagined!
In this episode of The Wedding Dish, we dive into a whole bunch of ways that weddings can be accessible and super fun!
From having interpreters to transcripts to captioning the music and displaying it, Keri and Andrew made sure everyone was included in their wedding day. And, we love it!
Sara is joined by Erin Perkins, the CEO and accessibility educator behind Mabely Q.
Transcripts and show notes are available at The Wedding Dish.
Don't forget to follow, rate, and review The Wedding Dish on your preferred podcast platform and follow us on Instagram @theweddingdishpodcast.
This episode is brought to you by: • Photos from the Harty, Internationally acclaimed wedding photography • District Bliss, the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease • Lemon Tree Editorial, copywriting for wedding professionals • Sprout Creative, marketing for entrepreneurs • Laughing with Gingers, a podcast where two feisty redheads spread silliness and joy • Mabely Q, accessibility education
Want to be part of the show? Click here!
How do we learn about different cultures and customs? Ask! Millen, a wedding and event planner in the Washington DC area, shares her experience growing up as an Eritrean woman in the United States and the importance of culture and tradition in wedding celebrations.
Transcripts and show notes are available at The Wedding Dish.
Don't forget to follow, rate, and review The Wedding Dish on your preferred podcast platform and follow us on Instagram @theweddingdishpodcast. This episode is brought to you by: • Photos from the Harty, Internationally acclaimed wedding photography • District Bliss, the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease • Lemon Tree Editorial, copywriting for wedding professionals • Sprout Creative, marketing for entrepreneurs • Laughing with Gingers, a podcast where two feisty redheads spread silliness and joy • Mabely Q, accessibility education
Want to be part of the show? Click here!
An elegant Star Wars wedding might seem hard to pull off. Now, imagine incorporating Filipino wedding traditions — and it came together PERFECTLY.
When Chad took Johanna to Comicon for their first date, she knew what she was in for — and she was all in. And when their guests received their save the dates, they knew they were in for a real treat.
And, you won't believe what they did for their first dance! Truly a first!
Transcripts and show notes are available at The Wedding Dish.
Don't forget to follow, rate, and review The Wedding Dish on your preferred podcast platform and follow us on Instagram @theweddingdishpodcast.
This episode is brought to you by: • Photos from the Harty, Internationally acclaimed wedding photography • District Bliss, the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease • Lemon Tree Editorial, copywriting for wedding professionals • Sprout Creative, marketing for entrepreneurs • Laughing with Gingers, a podcast where two feisty redheads spread silliness and joy • Mabely Q, accessibility education
Want to be part of the show? Click here!
Excluding LGBTQ+ Couples - or any Couples - Shouldn't be a Thing.
In 2019, one of the major global wedding expos neglected to showcase LGBTQ+ or diverse couples in their styled shoots, according to this week's guest, who was attending for the first (and last) time. Not only that, but the list of presentations didn't include anything about inclusivity or using inclusive language.
I'll be honest... My mind was totally blown when Chris Ferenzi Photography shared this information with me.
A photographer that I very much admire, who also works with many LGBTQ+ couples, I knew I needed to bring him on the show to share this experience.
Transcripts and show notes are available at The Wedding Dish.
Don't forget to follow, rate, and review The Wedding Dish on your preferred podcast platform and follow us on Instagram @theweddingdishpodcast.
This episode is brought to you by:
- Photos from the Harty, Internationally acclaimed wedding photography
- District Bliss, the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease
- Lemon Tree Editorial, copywriting for wedding professionals
- Sprout Creative, marketing for entrepreneurs
- Laughing with Gingers, a podcast where two feisty redheads spread silliness and joy
- Mabely Q, accessibility education
Want to be part of the show? Visit our website theweddingdishpodcast.com!
Your friends and family are wildly invested in your wedding day, but they may not know the best way to support you. Kara O'Brien Ghassabeh, the woman behind Kara Maureen Bridal Coaching, joins us to dish about how to handle stress and anxiety during the wedding planning process without burning bridges.
Weddings are amazing celebrations of love and happiness. But, that doesn't mean there isn't a whole bunch of drama or even just minor anxieties that can happen during the wedding planning journey.
Taylor de la Fuente, CEO of Lemon Tree Editorial, joins The Wedding Dish as a guest co-host once again!
Transcripts and show notes are available at The Wedding Dish.
Don't forget to follow, rate, and review The Wedding Dish on your preferred podcast platform and follow us on Instagram @theweddingdishpodcast.
This episode is brought to you by:
- Photos from the Harty, Internationally acclaimed wedding photography
- District Bliss, the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease
- Lemon Tree Editorial, copywriting for wedding professionals
- Sprout Creative, marketing for entrepreneurs
- Laughing with Gingers, a podcast where two feisty redheads spread silliness and joy
- Mabely Q, accessibility education
Want to be part of the show? Visit our website theweddingdishpodcast.com!
The ladies of Lucy Black Entertainment will have you pumped up for the dance party! As female entrepreneurs in a male-dominated part of the wedding industry, they stay on the cutting edge, dedicate their time to making sure every event is perfect, and only work with the most talented, wonderful musicians all over the world.
As the country opens back up for weddings and larger events, we dish about new trends and what the future of receptions looks like.
Transcripts and show notes are available at The Wedding Dish.
Don't forget to follow, rate, and review The Wedding Dish on your preferred podcast platform and follow us on Instagram @theweddingdishpodcast.
This episode is brought to you by:
- Photos from the Harty, Internationally acclaimed wedding photography
- District Bliss, the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease
- Lemon Tree Editorial, copywriting for wedding professionals
- Sprout Creative, marketing for entrepreneurs
- Laughing with Gingers, a podcast where two feisty redheads spread silliness and joy
- Mabely Q, accessibility education
Want to be part of the show? Visit our website theweddingdishpodcast.com!
Taylor de la Fuente of Lemon Tree Editorial joins The Wedding Dish again - this time with her new husband, David, to dish about their wedding in Charleston, SC.
While planning their wedding, Taylor and David moved from DC to Texas, having no idea that the pandemic was about to hit and rock every part of their plans. Because they got married in South Carolina in November 2020, the restrictions had eased up a bit. However, they wanted to keep everyone safe and have an intimate wedding — which was far from what they'd planned or expected.
Hear their wedding planning journey, the story of their wedding day (with a surprise guest), and everything in between.
Transcripts and show notes are available at The Wedding Dish.
Don't forget to follow, rate, and review The Wedding Dish on your preferred podcast platform and follow us on Instagram @theweddingdishpodcast.
This episode is brought to you by:
- Photos from the Harty, Internationally acclaimed wedding photography
- District Bliss, the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease
- Lemon Tree Editorial, copywriting for wedding professionals
- Sprout Creative, marketing for entrepreneurs
- Laughing with Gingers, a podcast where two feisty redheads spread silliness and joy
- Mabely Q, accessibility education
Want to be part of the show? Visit our website theweddingdishpodcast.com!
Setting unrealistic expectations and crazy dieting should be a thing of the past. With the body positivity movement, you'd think it's old news. But, it's still very much the case for most people. Katelyn Parsons is on a mission to change that.
Sara is joined by guest co-host Taylor de la Fuente of Lemon Tree Editorial.
As always, transcripts and show notes are available at The Wedding Dish.
Don't forget to follow, rate, and review The Wedding Dish on your preferred podcast platform and follow us on Instagram @theweddingdishpodcast.
This episode is brought to you by:
- Photos from the Harty, Internationally acclaimed wedding photography
- District Bliss, the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease
- Lemon Tree Editorial, copywriting for wedding professionals
- Sprout Creative, marketing for entrepreneurs
- Laughing with Gingers, a podcast where two feisty redheads spread silliness and joy
- Mabely Q, accessibility education
Want to be part of the show? Visit our website theweddingdishpodcast.com!
The ladies dish with Sahar Masarati, CEO of Sugar Alkymi. Sahar shares her journey and how she creates edible art for each couple. Hear how having a unique style makes you stand out.
Sara is joined by guest co-host Taylor de la Fuente of Lemon Tree Editorial.
Don't forget to follow, rate, and review The Wedding Dish on your preferred podcast platform and follow us on Instagram @theweddingdishpodcast. Want to be part of the show? Visit our website theweddingdishpodcast.com!
Brought to you by:
- Photos from the Harty, Internationally acclaimed wedding photography
- District Bliss, the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease
- Lemon Tree Editorial, copywriting for wedding professionals
Neela shares her journey as a business owner in the wedding industry, her own wedding plans (spoiler: she's getting married somewhere crazy cool), and her work to support others during the planning process.
On today's episode, Sara is joined by guest co-host Taylor de la Fuente of Lemon Tree Editorial. The ladies dish with Neela, CEO of Asaadi Graphics and the woman behind The Wedding Collective, a support group for engaged couples as they navigate the planning process.
Don't forget to follow, rate, and review The Wedding Dish on your preferred podcast platform and follow us on Instagram @theweddingdishpodcast.
We are committed to accessibility at The Wedding Dish. You can find transcripts of our episodes here (but, please be patient with us, as we're migrating them over from another platform; as of April 2021, we only have Season 4 of The Wedding Dish available in this location).
Want to be part of the show? Visit our website theweddingdishpodcast.com!
An LA transplant who was married in the Willamette Valley, Oregon, near where she grew up. Lexie shares how she created her own wedding tradition for the ceremony, carefully included her protective dog (who Sara thinks looks like a certain famous dragon), and DIYed everything to save money and still created a gorgeous event.
Lexie Smith is also the owner of THPRBAR inc. and an amazing PR coach as well as the host of the Pitchin' and Sippin' Podcast.
Don't forget to follow, rate, and review The Wedding Dish on your preferred podcast platform and follow us on Instagram @theweddingdishpodcast.
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This destination wedding photographer is located in Bermuda, but photographs all over the world. And, she's from the DC area! Find out all about how her island life inspired her to open a destination photography business and what a destination wedding entails.
Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review The Wedding Dish on your preferred podcast platform and follow us on Instagram @theweddingdishpodcast. Want to be part of the show? Visit www.theweddingdishpodcast.com
We're hosting a bit of a "relaxed fit" episode this week. We're dishing with Maddie, the CEO of Living with Pickles, best known for their Instagram "Farmily" — but that's just a small piece of the magical things this mixed human-animal household does to make the world a happier place. Want a pig to come to your wedding or crash your Zoom call? Pickles (yes, the pig's name is Pickles) will be right there! Looking for an AirBnB experience where you can eat farm-to-table with the sweetest farmily on the block? This is your spot! From a sassy chicken named Butters to a ball-obsessed Frenchie named Dill, this home truly has it all! You'll just have to listen to the podcast to get the full details — because it's waaaaay too much to write here. See you on the other side!
Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review The Wedding Dish on your preferred podcast platform and follow us on Instagram @theweddingdishpodcast. Want to be part of the show? Visit www.theweddingdishpodcast.com
If you're a wedding professional — or business professional of any kind, really — you need video, especially now. Tara Garwood, CEO of Banner Day Films, walks us through the types of videos your business needs for marketing purposes. If you're an entrepreneur looking to hire a videographer, she walks you through the information you need in order to make sure you get what you need. Plus, she dishes about some tips and tricks for hiring wedding cinematographer for engaged couples. She's the total package, friends!
Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review The Wedding Dish on your preferred podcast platform and follow us on Instagram @theweddingdishpodcast. Want to be part of the show? Visit www.theweddingdishpodcast.com
On this week's episode, we dish with a #coronawedding couple; after their destination wedding in the groom's hometown was cancelled in May 2020, this couple decided to head to the courthouse with their newly adopted senior (super cute!) puggle and elope. And, the photos are fantastic!
Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review The Wedding Dish on your preferred podcast platform and follow us on Instagram @theweddingdishpodcast. Want to be part of the show? Visit www.theweddingdishpodcast.com
On this week's episode, we dish about honeymoon planning — from yurts in Patagonia to horseback riding in Tuscany to beaches and more!
Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review The Wedding Dish on your preferred podcast platform and follow us on Instagram @theweddingdishpodcast. Want to be part of the show? Visit www.theweddingdishpodcast.com
A collaborative space for wedding professionals, couples, and the community. A Wedding Loft has everything from studio space to office space to a podcasting studio — and even event space!
Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review The Wedding Dish on your preferred podcast platform and follow us on Instagram @theweddingdishpodcast. Want to be part of the show? Visit www.theweddingdishpodcast.com
"Mawwiage. Mawwiage is wat bwings us togeder today. Mawwiage, that bwessed awwangement, that dweam wifin a dream… And wuv, twue wuv, will fowwow you foweva… So tweasure your wuv—" Don't worry, Buttercup, you'll get all the details about planning a wedding (aka weekend glamping retreat) during the time of corona.
Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review The Wedding Dish on your preferred podcast platform and follow us on Instagram @theweddingdishpodcast. Want to be part of the show? Visit www.theweddingdishpodcast.com
Choosing the right DJ for your big day is more important than you might think. Find someone who doesn't just get your vision; make sure they LOVE your vibe. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review The Wedding Dish on your preferred podcast platform and follow us on Instagram @theweddingdishpodcast. Want to be part of the show? Visit www.theweddingdishpodcast.com
Your style should fit every day of your life, not just the monumental moments. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review The Wedding Dish on your preferred podcast platform and follow us on Instagram @theweddingdishpodcast. Want to be part of the show? Visit www.theweddingdishpodcast.com
To quote Sara's neighbor, even if you're not a dog person, EVERYONE is a puppy person! Couples invite adoptable puppies to their wedding in lieu of flowers. Holy cuteness, Batman! Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review The Wedding Dish on your preferred podcast platform and follow us on Instagram @theweddingdishpodcast. Want to be part of the show? Visit www.theweddingdishpodcast.com
Meet Ali Crisler, CEO of Blue Ribbon Floral. She converted a cute powder blue truck into a mobile floral biz. Powered and distributed by Simplecast.
Meet CEO of Lucky Penny Floral, a luxury florist for budget conscious brides. Powered and distributed by Simplecast.
Meet DC CEO of Poppy Flowers, Cameron Hardesty, former head of product at Urban Stems. Powered and distributed by Simplecast.
LA transplant Lindsey Evans dishes about her wedding (it was extravagant!), running a small biz in DC and styling bridal shoots. Powered and distributed by Simplecast.
Former NASA engineer and wedding wellness coach offers tips for how to cope during this time when many brides are having to cancel their weddings.
This week, Sara and Steph answer listeners' questions about canceling weddings because of COVID-19, how to keep the element of surprise when you know the proposal is coming, how much is too much to ask of your guests, and whether or not gifts are appropriate when you're planning a destination wedding. Powered and distributed by Simplecast.
Listen in to hear how a real bride planned her wedding in 8 months. Powered and distributed by Simplecast.
Sara and Steph dish with stylist, social mediapreneur and founder of DC's Fostr Collaborative, Elizabeth Carberry. Powered and distributed by Simplecast.
Meet wedding painter Brittany Branson and her pilot husband Tim! They don't see each other a lot and find out how they make it work and how she makes a living live painting events! Powered and distributed by Simplecast.
Meet Millen Haile, DMV wedding planner and event coordinator. Powered and distributed by Simplecast.
Erin Perkins is the CEO of Mabely Q, a DMV based operations and design firm. Erin is also deaf, and will be sharing tips for accessibility in podcasting, as well as sharing how she started her own biz and her destination wedding. Powered and distributed by Simplecast.
Meet Jacque Pitts, female band manager of Perfekt Blend Band. Learn how she juggles a day job and working with her husband who is in the band! Powered and distributed by Simplecast.
Learn tips and tricks to style your wedding party from top DC stylist Daily Outfit! Powered and distributed by Simplecast.
Sara + Steph dish about gettin' wed during the holidays and the best holiday engagement stories. Powered and distributed by Simplecast.
On this week's episode, Sara + Steph dish with Rich Barry, CEO of Rich Barry Music. You'll hear all kinds of valuable business-building info, how he designed his wedding to be the perfect fit for he and his wife, and we have some surprises for you! Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review The Wedding Dish on your preferred podcast platform and follow us on Instagram @theweddingdishpodcast. Want to be part of the show? Visit www.theweddingdishpodcast.com
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Taylor, DC wedding biz copywriter, turns the tables on Sara and Steph and interviews them about their very different weddings.
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Last year, Sara photographed Marni Bromberg and Jon Mervis' beautiful backyard wedding. Hear about their ellaborate engagement planned to a T by Jon, wedding planning — including compromises, challenges, and how they overcame these — their favorite memories, the many traditions they incorporated in their wedding day, and so so so much more! We love these two and you will, too! Powered and distributed by Simplecast.
Special Episode Alert! Married 43 years, with two beautiful children... Meet SARA'S PARENTS! They still hold hands, go everywhere together, and insist on cleaning both of their children's homes whenever they visit. Hear how they met (spoiler alert: there's a conflicting story!), how they raised two children while both traveling for work, how their relationship is as strong as ever and how they've made it work for so long (even with Sara as a daughter lol). It's going to be a fun one!
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Today we've got London + Lauren! You'll hear all about their wedding — what they loved, what was challenging, and what's changed since they tied the knot. Plus, London founded a DC-based company to satisfy Lauren's love of pizza — because, unfortunately, lactose doesn't necessarily love her! Now, you can get this lactose-free, zesty gourmet pizza straight to your freezer with Sommer Street Pizza! If that's not love, what is?
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The brains behind The Stylist Abroad, Bridal Hairstylist and Updo Expert Ashley Peters, will be dishing with us this week! You'll hear wedding inspiration, behind-the-scenes info for planning your wedding day, and how to build a business in this competitive industry. DMV-based, but serves clients worldwide.
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Geoff Woliner is a comedian the president of Winning Wit, a speechwriting service for wedding speeches and toasts. He shares how he got into this crazy business, tons of tips and information, plus some funny stories!
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Sara and Steph discuss it all - with some surprises, including haunted places, wedding advise, historical venues, and more!
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Lucy Black Entertainment, a female-founded entertainment and talent agency based in DC, shares triumphs and challenges of being a women-owned business in a male-dominated industry — plus, details about their own weddings — with lots of laughs and fun times!
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