The Big Wedding Planning Podcast

Gain expert knowledge, share hearty laughs, and discover the best tips to maximize your budget and wedding planning experience. Hosted by 2 Wedding Planners with with decades of experience, they share invaluable insights and industry secrets to empower you on your path to 'I Do.'

🎉 We celebrate inclusivity here, making this podcast a perfect companion for EVERYONE planning their wedding. 👰🤵 🌎 🤝 🏳️‍🌈👭👬

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Education
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#414 Finding the Right Wedding Planner
If you're investing in a wedding planner, it's crucial to ensure they're truly experts.
57 min
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#413 You Ask, We Answer - 77
We're kicking off this YAWA episode with a major announcement!
67 min
3
#412 All About Wedding Insurance
In this episode, we are unraveling the often-overlooked aspect of wedding planning—insurance.
49 min
4
#411 Five Unique Ideas to Elevate Your Wedding
From creative favors to unforgettable experiential events, this episode showcases 5 innovative small businesses that elevate wedding celebrations with unique offerings.
52 min
5
#410 Multicultural Etiquette & Female Empowerment
Are you planning a wedding that blends cultures or strives for inclusivity?
69 min
6
#409 You Ask, We Answer - 76
64 min
7
#408 Is This a Red Flag? Photographer Edition 🚩📷
How do you know if a photographer is right for you, and what are the red flags to watch out for? 🚩📷
39 min
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#407 Tying the Knot Without Tying Up Friendship...
Enhance your wedding planning experience and strengthen your personal connections. In this episode, we explore the intricate dynamics of relationships during wedding planning with friendship coach and educator, Danielle Byard Jackson.
50 min
9
#406 Planet-Friendly Love: Your Guide to a Sust...
If you're planning a wedding and love our planet, this episode is packed with tips, stories, and a bit of fun that’ll help you make a difference.
50 min
10
#405 IMPORTANT Changes Coming To The Show - A b...
PLEASE LISTEN! Some important updates about the future of our show. This episode is a bit different, as I’m discussing the changes coming to the podcast and what it means for you, my valued listeners.
9 min
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#404 Vendor Meals: What You Need To Know
Feeding your wedding vendors isn't just courtesy—it's a must, especially for those who dedicate hours to make your day special. In this episode, I chat with my dear friend and seasoned wedding pro, Duncan Reyes. Dive into our lively discussion on the ins and outs of vendor meals, filled with insights, laughter, and Duncan's unmatched charm. Don't miss
38 min
12
#403 The Last 72 Hours Before Her Wedding
An exclusive behind-the-scenes journey with Violeta, a bride on the brink of her wedding day, and me, her wedding planning guide and fairy godmother.
41 min
13
#402 Eli & Matt's Theatrical Wedding with a Sid...
Join me as I talk with Eli and Matt for a candid conversation about their recent wedding journey.
47 min
14
#401 The Last Phase of Wedding Planning Explained
In this episode, I'll guide you through the crucial tasks that define the last steps of your planning journey. As you approach the last three months before your wedding day, discover the essential tasks to bring your vision to life.
47 min
15
#400 You Ask, We Answer - 75
We are celebrating 400 episodes of the pod by pulling questions from a past episode of YAWA from each year since we started them! This is the 75th episode of YAWA to boot!
75 min
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#399 The Middle Phase of Wedding Planning Expla...
Dive into the heart of wedding planning with today’s episode as we explore the pivotal middle phase. From selecting the perfect venues and assembling your dream vendor team to the intricate details of guest accommodations and transportation, I’ve got you covered.
31 min
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#398 WTF is Force Majeure? Understanding Your C...
An episode packed with insights to make you feel like a contract guru. Whether you're negotiating with a caterer or deciphering a DJ's terms, you will be equipped with the knowledge to tackle those contracts with confidence.
71 min
18
#397 How to Ace Your Venue Site Visit: The Ulti...
We're unpacking the essential steps to conducting a successful venue site visit, with the expertise of Dixie Bagley, a renowned wedding venue owner and wedding business consultant.
67 min
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#396 You Ask, We Answer - 74
In this YAWA episode, we address specific wedding planning questions and concerns from our listeners as well as throw in a couple of Reddit reactions!
60 min
20
#395 Real Wedding Retrospective: A Wedding in t...
In this episode, we delve into Kristen and Michael's unique mountain wedding.
68 min
21
#394 Ten Big Wedding Planning Mistakes: IMO
Think you know what it takes to plan a wedding? This episode might just change your mind. I'm diving deep into the 10 biggest wedding planning mistakes, based on decades of wedding planning experience and a treasure trove of listener stories.
27 min
22
#393 Home Buying 101: Wisdom for Wedding Couples
I’m chatting with Amanda Pendleton, a personal finance whiz from Zillow Home Loans, who's here to spill all the insider info for first-time home buyers.
52 min
23
#392 How to Start Wedding Planning: Your First ...
This episode is designed to equip you with practical, actionable steps to organize and navigate the early stages of wedding planning.
36 min
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#391 You Ask, We Answer - 73
In this final YAWA of 2023, where we're diving into a fabulous mash-up of 2022's highlights!
66 min
25
#390 Manifesting and Wedding Planning with Ther...
This episode is more than just about planning the perfect wedding. It's a call to embrace self-love, to believe in yourself, and to manifest a life filled with joy and fulfillment.
53 min