Weddings from the Pros: Recent Episodes
Weddings from the Pros
Weddings from the Pros is where you can get incredible advice from the wedding industry's top professionals to help plan your wedding! Tune in and get the inside scoop on how to design the wedding of your dreams.
Thinking of whether to have an intimate first look on your wedding day or to just do it the traditional way? On this episode, Preston, Sean McGroarty and I, aim to shed light on the topic of first looks and its pros and cons, to be of help to couples in deciding if the first look is for them.
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Be able to plan your honeymoon with ease with some useful tips and advices from our guest on this episode, Kris Stoddard, as a travel consultant like her can surely help steer you in the right direction towards a hassle-free honeymoon vacation.
Visit her website at www.StoddardVacations.com for more information about cruises and beautiful destinations.
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Having to speak in front of an audience, more so a large one, can be terrifying and with a number of reasons why. This episode’s guest, Eddie Rice, a professional speechwriter and author, shares tips that can help conquer your fear of public speaking and guide you to create and smoothly deliver a speech or a toast.
Contact Eddie through his website at www.RiceSpeechWriting.com and see more information about his book there too.
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Discover new ways on how you can elevate your wedding experience with tips and advices from our guest, Andrew Roby of Andrew Roby Events as he talks about how engaging and interesting activities can create immersive experiences for your guests and overall, a much more fulfilling wedding experience.
Check some of the events they’ve done on their website at www.AndrewRobyEvents.com and on Instagram @andrewrobyevents.
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On this episode, we’re honored to have Kurtis and Katie share with us how they’ve created a path of intentional choices towards planning their wedding and building a meaningful life together.
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Preston and I are pleased to have this insightful conversation with Lawrence and Melissa as they share with us on this episode the foundation of their relationship and the aspects they took into consideration which led them to be able to make meaningful choices for their wedding.
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Many would think that having a professional DJ/MC at their wedding reception is unnecessary, only to think otherwise after their wedding. Be spared of that same regret and learn about the importance of having a professional DJ/MC at your wedding reception and how to choose the right one for you on this conversation with Preston and I, together with Sean McGroarty of Premiere Party Entertainment and Shawn Stom of Jumping Jukebox, LLC.
Reach out to them both through their websites at www.PPEDJs.com and on Instagram @ppedjs for Sean McGroarty and www.JumpingJukeboxOnline.com and on Instagram @jumpingjukebox for Shawn Stom.
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A lot of brides dream of having a luxurious wedding but often fear that they won’t be able to afford it because of the notion that luxury is expensive. On this episode, Elizabeth McKellar of The Nouveau Romantics, shares her concepts on luxury weddings and some advices on how to find a wedding planner who’ll perfectly suit you and help create a remarkable wedding experience for you.
Have a look at some of the work they’ve done at www.TheNouveauRomantics.com and on their Instagram @thenouveauromantics.
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One of the biggest aspects that most, if not all, couples have a challenge with in planning a wedding is the budget. On this episode, Waverly Coleman shares her take on working with a wedding budget and effective ways on how to maximize your budget without compromising the quality of your wedding experience.
Take a peek at her website at www.WaverlyColeman.com and feel free to follow her on Instagram @eventsbywaverly.
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A destination wedding can either be a delightful or a dreadful experience, and no couple would ever wish to have the latter. In this episode, Kate Ryan of Gold Leaf Events talks about the elements that contribute to planning and creating destination weddings plus tips on how to ensure that it will be an amazing, unforgettable experience.
See some of their impressive creations at www.GoldLeafEvent.com and on Instagram @goldleafevent.
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Get encouraging insights from Preston and I on this episode as we talk about wedding style. Be bold in expressing your own style into your wedding and purposefully craft it to be a unique masterpiece that truly reflects who you are.
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Investing in your wedding dream doesn’t mean just having a good budget, because having a dependable wedding planner/coordinator is as equally important.
Learn from one of the best on this episode with Alicia Mae of ILE Events as she talks about the difference a wedding planner can make in creating a remarkable wedding experience for you.
Reach them through their website at www.ILEEvents.com and through Instagram @ileevents or you can send them an email at love@ileevents.com.
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A lot of details and factors go into planning a wedding and sometimes, it’s too late before we realize that we’ve focused most of our energy and resources on the things that matter the least.
Today, Preston and I are here to help you create a path of right decisions and intentional choices about organizing your wedding to ensure that you don’t miss out on what’s really important to you on your wedding day.
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Looking for a wedding dress can be exhausting, overwhelming and an emotional roller coaster for some brides. Avoid all these hassles and make it a fun and exciting experience instead with helpful knowledge from Sara Threatt of Madison Carolina Bridal as she shares her perspective and recommendations on finding that perfect wedding dress for you.
See some of the dresses they have at www.MadisonCarolina.com and find her on Instagram too @madisoncarolinabridal.
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As a wedding is a celebration of a couple’s relationship, on this episode Preston and I evaluate the core values that are important in making a wedding meaningful and the significance of prioritizing relationships on the decisions you make for your wedding.
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From weaving your love story into a multi-day wedding event to choosing a planner that will best suit you and cater to your wedding needs, whether as a straight or LGBTQ+ couple, discover helpful methods and approaches from Chanda Daniels as she shares her insights towards creating a successful, stress-free, meaningful wedding experience.
Get more inspired by Chanda by visiting her website at www.ChandaDaniels.com or at www.AMoniqueAffair.com and through her Instagram @cd_chandadaniels
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If the idea of traveling to a meaningful place to spend quality time with people you value the most, resonates with what you’ve envisioned your wedding to be, then this episode with Michelle Norwood will enlighten you.
With an ample experience on destination weddings, she discusses some of the key aspects in planning the perfect wedding of your dreams at the destination you desire.
Check her website at www.MichelleNorwood.com and connect with her on Instagram @michellenorwoodevents
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Cindy Ballaro and Mary Ann Nease of Ladies of the Light Ceremonies and Photography offer some pointers on the factors to consider and what to anticipate when planning an outdoor wedding and why a national park can be a great choice as a wedding venue.
Reach out to them through their social media at Ladies of the Light Ceremonies or at www.ladiesofthelightceremonies.com.
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A huge and equally important part of a wedding is the reception and any couple would want it to be an enjoyable time for everyone. Shawn Stom of Jumping Jukebox, LLC imparts his views and creative suggestions on how to materialize your dream of a wonderful reception and fill it with amazing moments that will surely be memorable.
You can get in touch with Shawn through their website at JumpingJukeboxOnline.com or on their FB page - Jumping Jukebox LLC.
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Pick up some tips & tricks from this episode as Preston and I brainstorm about what it takes to create glamorous yet genuine portraits of your wedding day.
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Wedding ceremonies that are custom-made to reflect the couple themselves are truly impactful and prove to be much more memorable. On this episode, Preston and I talk about the characteristics that make up an authentic and meaningful wedding ceremony.
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Preston and I chat about the things that contribute into setting the vibe and atmosphere of the first portion of a wedding day.
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Newlyweds Corey & Kim take the time to discuss the essence of intentionality in their relationship and how the meaningful choices they've made have yielded desirable results, even more evident in their recent wedding ceremony.
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The engagement session with Andy and Keri was an enjoyable experience and I'm pleased to have them on this episode.
Tune in as they share pieces of their love story and talk about what works for them in their relationship and on the preparations for their wedding.
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As it's always better to learn from the people that came before us, on this episode we have Alejandro and Olivia Luna, both wedding pros and have just recently tied the knot, to share valuable advices for every couple's wedding path and on how to make your wedding day a reflection of what matters most to you as a couple.
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For over 3 decades as producers of bridal trade shows, Marc and Colleen Wheeler are here today to share with every wedding professional the benefits of participating in bridal shows and the 10 steps to maximizing a bridal show's potential.
Going to a bridal show should be a part of your overall synergistic marketing plan, so don't forget to check their upcoming shows at www.WeddingFestivals.com.
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In this episode, we have Holly Bowers to enlighten us on the subject of cakes and desserts for special occasions covering topics more focused on wedding cakes from simple cake ideas to uniquely-detailed masterpiece cakes. With more than 26 years of baking experience, Holly truly makes choosing cake as easy and fun as possible.
Do check their creations at www.HollysCakes.com or show up at their tasting events for that dessert experience a notch higher than your best one yet.
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Today we're joined by Erika and Lanny Mann, two of our favorite photographers in the game. Their perspective on what photography can be has inspired so much of Angled Light Photography, and it's truly an honor to talk with the Two Mann team.
Be sure to stop by www.TwoMann.com to appreciate some of the incredible art coming out of Two Mann Studios.
We were thrilled to have Sarah & Brady into the studio for their reveal session. Listen in on our conversation on travel, honeymooning and all things wedding!
After an amazing engagement session with Emily and Shane we had the opportunity to sit down and chat with them about their wedding planning process. We love these two and are pumped to help capture their wedding in just a couple short weeks!
Join Nathan from Angled Light Photography and Wendy Rivera as they discuss a how the wedding planning process creates opportunity for couples to strengthen their relationship as they transition into married life.
I sit down with an awesome couple after our engagement session to chat about wedding planning, what they're excited about when it comes to their wedding & what's most important to them in their lives.
Listen in as I chat with Meredith Merritt from Luxe + Wander Travel Co. on the state of the travel industry for honeymooners in 2021!
A lot of couples are terrified to sit down with the studio they're interested in - here's a huge reason to do it anyway.
Preston & I sit down to talk about the importance of wedding films & why you may want to consider having your wedding documented with moving picture & sound.
Tons of people ask me each year about what they should consider when hiring a wedding photographer - This is the first tip in a series of posts on finding the wedding photographer who resonates with you the most.
Sit down with Chelsea & I as we chat about a few of the things most couples don't realize they should think about when it comes to planning their wedding.
In our new series The Best Wedding Venues in Greenville we chat with Cameron from Zen located in downtown Greenville about why Zen may be the perfect location for your wedding.
Timelines, spreadsheets, bourbon & protecting your wedding investment - Samantha and I cover it all in the newest episode of Weddings from the Pros!
Check out our conversation with Synergy Coffee about the tasty experience they can provide for your wedding!
Sean and I continue the conversation with Jennifer from Love This Little City and dig into the three mistake she has seen couples make in planning their wedding.
In this episode Sean and I sit down and chat with Jennifer to hear her best advice for couples currently planning their wedding!
We sit down with Abby and Nathan who just got married at the Rock Quarry Garden in October. We talk about their love story, wedding planning process, and so much more.
Listen in as we talk to Megan and Chris, who had part one of their wedding celebration back in September. We talk about how Covid-19 changed their wedding plans, and how they will be having the second part of their wedding, with a vow renewal and full reception, in 2021.
Kennedy and I sit down with Wendy Rivera from the Do You Speak Bride organization and talk about quite literally everything. From marriage, life, and everything in between - you might need a box of tissue for this one.
Sit down with me and Kennedy while we talk about wedding day timelines, wedding planners, and why it's so important to stay as organized as you can.
We sit down with engaged couple Augie & Alex and look at their engagement session photos and talk about their wedding planning process.
You asked, we answered. Join us for a live Q&A at the Wedding Festivals Bridal Expo in Charleston, SC. Joined by a handful of wonderful vendors, we sit and answer tons of your great questions!
Join our guest hosts Sean and Morgan and they chat with couples and vendors at the Wedding Festivals Bridal Expo in Greenville SC! We talk engagement stories, wedding plans, and so much more.
We are live from Charleston at the Wedding Festivals Bridal Show and Wedding Expo with Jake Mitchell from Jake and Victoria Photography based out of Greenville SC. Listen in as we talk about differing styles of wedding photography, and how to match clients to your own style.
Kennedy and I sit down with Megan Meier from Pure Romance to chat about a fun... and educational... kind of bachelorette party.
Kennedy and I are on location chatting with Nick Brown, owner of Castillo Mobile Cigar Lounge, to talk about his new and growing mobile wedding lounge business.
Meredith Merritt, owner of Luxe & Wander Travel Co, sit down with us to talk about the hottest honeymoon travel destinations, why destination weddings are amazing & traveling in the age of Covid-19.
Join us as we talk with Ken Bowers about the power of a great wedding officiant and what you should consider when choosing the right one for your wedding.
If there's one thing most couples get excited about when planning their wedding it's CAKE TASTINGS! Today I chat with Allessa Danino, owner of Kathy & Co about the process of finding the perfect cake artist for your wedding and other dessert options if you're not a cake person!
Find Allessa & Kathy & Co.
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/kathyandcompany
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kathyandcompany/
Website - https://kathyandcompany.com/
Find Nathan
- Website: angledlightphotography.com
- Instagram: instagram.com/angled_light_photography
- Facebook: facebook.com/angledlightphotography
Find Kennedy
- Website: edinburghwest.com/
- Facebook: facebook.com/edinburghwest/
- Instagram: instagram.com/edinburghwest/
Kennedy and I sit down to talk about her recent weddings at Edinburgh West and some of the ways couples are working to keep everyone safe & having fun during a Covid-19 wedding.
Find Nathan
- Website: angledlightphotography.com
- Instagram: instagram.com/angled_light_photography
- Facebook: facebook.com/angledlightphotography
Find Kennedy
- Website: edinburghwest.com/
- Facebook: facebook.com/edinburghwest/
- Instagram: instagram.com/edinburghwest/
One the every couples encounters when getting married is making the huge decision of where to live. Today on the show Kennedy and I talk with Mehri Bradford, a realtor about finding and buying your first home.
Find Nathan
- Website: angledlightphotography.com
- Instagram: instagram.com/angled_light_photography
- Facebook: facebook.com/angledlightphotography
Find Kennedy
- Website: edinburghwest.com/
- Facebook: facebook.com/edinburghwest/
- Instagram: instagram.com/edinburghwest/
Find Mehri:
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mehri.bradford.7
Check out our latest episode with Kristi Ball-Mayrand, the owner of Stargazers Designs near Asheville, North Carolina.
Sponsored by Wedding Festivals.
Find Kristi
- Website: stargazersfloraldesigns.com/
- Instagram: instagram.com/stargazersdesigns/
- Facebook: facebook.com/StargazersDesigns
Find Nathan
- Website: angledlightphotography.com
- Instagram: instagram.com/angled_light_photography
- Facebook: facebook.com/angledlightphotography
Find Kennedy
- Website: edinburghwest.com/
- Facebook: facebook.com/edinburghwest/
- Instagram: instagram.com/edinburghwest/
We all want to keep our wedding on schedule as best as we can - and Brittney Rice from Flawless Airbrush in Asheville, NC gives us her secret to keeping the start of your day on track and on time! We also chat a little about everything from makeup for different skin tones & what wedding pros expect when it comes to tipping for their service.
Find Brittney
- Website: ashevilleairbrushmakeupartistry.com/
- Facebook: facebook.com/flawlessairbrushmakeupandhair/
- Instagram: instagram.com/flawlessairbrush/
Find Nathan
- Website: angledlightphotography.com
- Instagram: instagram.com/angled_light_photography
- Facebook: facebook.com/angledlightphotography
Find Kennedy
- Website: edinburghwest.com/
- Facebook: facebook.com/edinburghwest/
- Instagram: instagram.com/edinburghwest/
Talking with Megan Johnson at Carolina Music Planner about the benefits and personalized touches live music can give your special day!
Here on Weddings with the Pros we not only want to help couples plan their weddings - we want to help them prepare for their future! Today we're talking with Jonathan McClain, a marital counselor, on the biggest topics he covers in pre-marital session with couples who want to spend their lives together. We discuss everything from communication/conflict resolution to how to handle common money issues that may be interfering in your relationship.
We invite Lauren James to sit down with us to discuss all things invitations! She shares some AMAZING thoughts and tips on everything from RSVP dos and donts to why you may want to invest in great artisan design that matches your personality perfectly.
With the national closing of Noah's wedding and event venue nearly 7,500 brides have been struck by really bad luck. Not only did they have to find another venue, but since Noah's filed for bankruptcy they will be unable to get back the money spent on their venue.
Kennedy and I sit down with Bo Graf, a talented wedding professional who is also an insurance agent. We break down everything you need to know about wedding insurance and why you should consider if getting some is right for you.
Documenting your day with beautiful imagery is one of the most important things to consider when planning your wedding. Daniel Moyer, a professional wedding photographer from Philadelphia, talks with us about the surprising reasons it's important have those memories printed in albums and hung in your home.
Jessie Gavigan from Gavigan Entertainment takes us through a great conversation about different entertainment options for wedding receptions & how to handle your reception if you can't afford a DJ. We also chat a little about his own upcoming wedding in Disney World and why you may want a bounce castle for your wedding guests.
Join us as Kennedy and I talk with Mell and Wanda from Mellbella Photography about all the reasons you may want to consider scheduling a boudoir session for yourself. We talk about how this incredible experience is empowering for women & all the red flags to look out for when choosing your boudoir photographer.
In this episode we talk with TopGolf sales specialist Sarah Brinks about why a place like TopGolf is the perfect location for bachelor & bachelorette parties.
Yasha Patel has an interesting history in Law before opening her own venue, The Rutherford, located in the heart of Greenville SC. In this episode we dive into some of the legal considerations that couples don't know to think about.
Andie J from Blushworks Studio provides Brides with awesome insider tips and tricks for wedding day makeup.
The light shifts onto the creator of Weddings from the Pros... Nathan Whitworth! Join Sean McGroarty and Kennedy Kapanzi as they ask about my transition from teaching public school to becoming a wedding photographer.
Sarah Baker from the Westin Poinsett opens up about the conveniences of having your wedding in a hotel venue, some of her craziest experiences in the wedding industry & how the best weddings are really a refection of the couple getting married.
This episode features a wedding vendor Q&A with Angled Light Photography, Team Wedding Charleston, Tying the Knot SC, Lucky17 Catering, Gavigan Entertainment, & Renee Burroughs Design.
Vikki and Olivia from The Poinsett Bride give tips that help Brides get the most out of their wedding dress shopping experience.
Heather Lockaby from Timeless Events gives couples a lot to think about as they are planning their wedding.
If you're looking for the best party possible - find the right DJ! Sean McGroarty, also known as DJ Shorty on B 93.7, takes us through all the ins and outs of what makes a great wedding DJ.
Renee Burroughs from Renee Burroughs Designs joins us in the studio to talk about all things floral design and wedding budget. Our conversation quickly jumps to some incredible thoughts on marriage and life lessons.
Renee Burroughs from Renee Burroughs Designs joins us in the studio to talk about all things floral design and wedding budget. Our conversation quickly jumps to some incredible thoughts on marriage and life lessons.
Marc and Colleen Wheeler from Wedding Festivals, Gassaway Mansion and Edinburgh West pull from their decades of experience and share stories on why couples should consider hiring wedding pros and attending local Wedding Festivals.
Kennedy Kapanzhi from Edinburgh West & The Gassaway Mansion take us through all the things couples should consider when finding the perfect wedding venue for their wedding.