The Bridesman: Recent Episodes
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"You want me to be a what?"
What the heck is a "Bridesman"? What is their role? Can I really do this?
One day, Marita asked her best guy friend Dan to be her "Bridesman" in her upcoming wedding. After laughing out loud for a good five minutes, after which he then realized she was serious, Dan obliged even though he had no idea what he got himself into. Thus, the "Bridesman" was born.
Join hosts Dan Mazella and Marita MacKinnon as they dive into the world of "The Bridesman!"
Dan contributed to the show for once. He heard about a topic at work and decided it needed to be discussed with Marita. With 2023 being a year of inflation, how do you make cuts when it comes to your wedding?
Last time Marita and Dan talked about the trends you might be seeing in 2023. Now, they discuss the ones that are on the way out. Get ready for a crab-tastic episode!
Yes, the title did rhyme. Like what I did there? It's January but that doesn't stop any predictions or trends for what will be "in" for the coming year if you are ready to tie the knot.
Tap...tap...this thing still work? OKAY GOOD! Marita and Dan are back for another wonderful episode.
In your marriage or relationship...who REALLY makes the choices? Also, Dan talks to Marita about his recent flower deliveries and why she is the key to his success.
Yes, there are good ways and bad ways to get to know someone at a wedding. Marita found a list!
There are things to do before you go down the aisle. Extreme sports or a crazy new tattoos are not in that category. Marita found a great story about a couple who almost canceled their wedding over a bad decision made by the groom and his friends.
Between the multiple streaming services out there, there has to be one you watch with your significant other, right? Do you wait for them to come around or do you dive into a series together?
Ready to pop the question? Marita and Dan have a list of the best places to get on one knee.
When making a guest list for your wedding, do you give a plus one to certain people or everyone that you plan to attend? Things can get ugly REAL fast.
Marita shares a story about a seating arrangement nightmare that happened to a friend at a wedding. Whose side would you be on?
You know the line "no one puts Baby in the corner"? At a wedding, who DOES get to sit in the corner?
Marita had a topic for this weeks episode but Dan surprised her with a late birthday present. Hint: it has to do with her so-called Scottish heritage.
There's a couple out there who used some of their wedding budget to arranged an appearance by Mickey and Minnie Mouse. Nice right? Well, it came at the cost of food being served to the guests. Take a listen.
You know the phrase "location, location, location"? The same can be applied when you want to propose to that special someone.
Bringing you back to episode 25 where Dan reveals a list to Marita about the tools one should have handy and ready for the big day!
We all know that diamonds are the universal stone for engagement rings...but not everyone likes it. What are some alternatives and does it share the same meaning? Marita and Dan discuss.
In honor of Star Wars Day (when this episode was recorded) Dan convinced Marita to talk about how to have a Star Wars themed wedding. Does she like the idea or is she working for the Empire and hates it?
In this weeks episode, Marita and Dan discuss some of the rude things one person (or people) can do when they are invited to a wedding. Oh, and Marita is still not happy Dan is moving in to her space in a few months.
Hey I just met you, and this is crazy, but here's our entrance, let's have fun, maybe?
How would you pair off your bridal party to make their entrance for both the ceremony and reception? Marita and Dan discuss!
Going to a wedding? read the fine print...of the invitation to make sure you aren't paying for your meal!
Not all situations are a "Jim & Pam". Oh...and Marita's back and has stuff to say to Dan about what he did in the last episode.
With Marita out for her vacation, Dan the Bridesman is in sole control. So what's the topic? Remember when Marita made fun of Dan for his top wedding choices? Today, he makes the defense that Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer is indeed a wedding movie!
Before you take a listen, you'll hear Marita chatting about her high school experience before the episode begins. This was suppose to be a level check. That's what working with Marita is like for Dan. Anyways, in episode 48 Dan explains how he was in not one but TWO marriage pacts. Do you think you could go through with one?
After last weeks episode regarding the title of Maid & Matron of Honor, Marita & Dan have a list of potential names to replace it with AND a fantastic name for the entire wedding party. Oh, and apparently this episode turned into a review of Hulu's 'Pam and Tommy'.
There are things that keep Dan awake at night.
Why are we here?
Why did George Lucas disappoint us and change it so Greedo shot first and not Han?
And an all important one:
what is the difference between the Maid of Honor and a Matron of Honor?
Good thing Marita is here to help talk this one through.
So the wedding is ready to go. Everything is planned. But wait! There's a surprise! Marita & Dan discuss how you can handle some of the curve balls thrown at you.
It's not whether the guy or girl in a relationship shows more affection towards their spouse but whether or not Disney or Comic Books have a better depiction of love. Although Marita & Dan have their thoughts, what are YOURS?
How about Dan & Marita get advice from someone who has been a Best Man...twice! It's Marita's husband who joins them on this weeks episode.
Dan's no expert when it comes to this topic because he has never been asked to be a best man...ever. Here what he might do if he was ever asked based on what others have done.
Dan had to take a week off (which you can tell Marita is happy about) so this is a solo episode where Marita chats about how to give a Maid/Matron of Honor Speech!
On top of a rant about how Disney made everyone think weddings had to be fairy tales, Marita & Dan discuss a story they found about one over-the-top bride and her demands for her bridesmaids!
Marita and Dan are back! The pandemic has changed weddings forever. What were some traditional wedding moments that may not see the light of day this year or ever again?
Marita and Dan picked an episode TOGETHER for the replay this week. Let's go back to hear how Marita asked Dan to join her wedding party that created the role of "Dan the Bridesman"
Marita's Episode Choice! Remember when Dan thought two of bridesmaids were "event staff"? Yeah. Awkward. As we close out 2021, here's a replay of what happened at the bridal shower.
So...you're married but you want to see your family on the holidays. How about spending it with them WITHOUT your spouse? Dan says it's possible. Marita is skeptical.
There just aren't enough hours in the day to see both families for the holidays. So, how do you divide things up? Marita & Dan (well...Marita) breaks it down!
Do you want to dance? Marita and Dan (in studio) chat about how to go about choosing the father-daughter & mother-son dance for your wedding.
This is a first for Marita and Dan. They are in the same studio! In this episode the two discuss the wedding traditions you can live without. Also, has Marita forgiven Dan for his number 1 movie in pick that caused her to rethink her friendship with him? Find out.
It's Marita's turn to share a list of what brides and members of the wedding party could use to get through the day of the wedding. Does she have a hammer on her list? Let's find out.
You're getting married, why do you need any tools? Dan breaks down his list of what you may need for the big day. But why a hammer?
Are you planning on getting your new-to-be-spouse a gift for the special day? Marita and Dan's take is stockily similar and they give ideas on what to get each other. You know, IF you are exchanging gifts with each other before you say "I do"
I mean, this is why there's a podcast, right? Marita and Dan break down why having a bridesman is a good thing and not just some fab that is trendy.
Last time it was the songs to not play a wedding. This episode, Marita and Dan have the songs that need to be played in order for your guests to have a grand time!
One of the most stressful things for a wedding is the choices of music. Marita and Dan each make a list on what songs to never EVER play at a wedding.
Whether it's called a "one stop shop" or "all inclusive" wedding venues, Marita and Dan chat about the pros and cons.
Are you going to the chapel to get...married?! Dan is anti-church ceremonies but where does Marita stand on the subject?
It's 2021 and more couples are living together before they say "I do" so does it matter that they spend the night before the wedding in separate locations? Marita and Dan discuss!
So you came back after that behind-the-scenes-radio "ted talk" Marita and Dan had? Okay, here's the rest about how to plan and tips on having a wedding rehearsal lunch or dinner.
You've gone through the steps of the wedding rehearsal now it's time for everyone to eat! How do you plan a rehearsal meal? Also, Marita goes on a Frasier "ted-talk" style rant. Why? Because she loves Frasier that's why!
It's time for the rehearsal! On top of preparing for what you need to do on the day, what if someone can't make the event? Do they wing it or is that on the Bridesman to play double duty? Marita and Dan chat about their experience with Marita's wedding rehearsal and tips on how to make it easier for everyone!
After a week of reflection Marita and Dan are back to conclude the awkward conversation of inviting an ex to your wedding.
Yes, THIS topic is being discussed between Marita and Dan in this weeks episode. The big question to ask first...what is the definition of an "ex"?
The big day is coming and a Bridesman should stand out over everyone else (except the Bride, of course). What do you put him in? Marita and Dan have a list of ideas along with Dan's wonderful fitting experience...
In episode 14, Marita and Dan discuss what is an appropriate wedding thank-you gift to give a Bridesman. It can't match what the ladies get, can it? Also, does Dan even remember what Marita got him? Things get kind of awkward.
Episode 13 is here. Something very unlucky that can happen for a wedding is bad weather. Dan and Marita break down some tips and secrets on how to roll with it if it happens on your special day. Ironically, the day of Marita's wedding had a very bad storm so she is a self-taught expert on the subject!
Yes, you read the title correctly. In episode 12 Dan returns and chats with Marita about all the things the groom (and men in general) can do to doll themselves up for the big day.
While the Bridesman takes a much needed day off (you know from all his bridal "obligations") Marita talks to the Groom aka her husband who shares his thoughts on having a Bridesman in their wedding, what his favorite part of the whole wedding planning process was, and shares some advice to other couples thinking about having a Bridesman or Groomswomen.
In episode 9 Marita and Dan discuss the wonderful events that happened at her bridal shower and how Dan had to step in and parent some children. Plus, Dan gets two of the bridesmaids confused with the staff at the venue. Yikes. Enjoy episode 9!
The episode title says it all. Marita and Dan discuss how to include a Bridesman and how Dan approached the situation himself.
Part 2 is here! Marita and Dan have one of the Bridesmaids, Sophia, on to discuss how she and the other girls in the wedding party felt about having a guy join their adventures.
Dan is in control! Marita had to sit this week out so Dan called in his friend Kristen who also had a bridesman in her wedding. Kristen is also the co-host of her own podcast called WWKD. They discuss her bridesman's role and why he was chosen to be in her wedding. Is it similar to how Marita asked Dan? Find out in episode 5.
Now that your Bridesman has said "yes" the next step is here. Meeting the Bridesmaids! In episode 4 Marita and Dan give their advice on how to handle the first meeting.
Is Bridesman the only title you can give a guy who is part of the bridal party? Dan and Marita explore the different names that could work to describe the special honor.
How would you go about asking someone to be a Bridesman? Some helpful tips in episode 2.
Episode 1. Marita's engaged. Now she needs to pick her wedding party. She explains how she approached her future husband about having a guy on her side. Also, Dan and Marita chat about how they became friends in the first place.
Meet your hosts Marita and Dan! In this quick intro you'll hear why these two friends teamed up to make a podcast about being a Bridesman. And no...it wasn't because Dan lost a bet.