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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#366 If my mom were alive the wedding would hav...
Dana’s mom suffered from chronic pain, which led to substance addiction. Because her mom was so sick, Dana is sharing why she “was way more scared to get married when her mom was alive because it would have been way more complicated”.
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#365 You Ask, We Answer - 67
We've got a whole bunch of answers to wedding planning questions from listeners. Get ready for some expert advice, insider tips, and a whole lot of laughter.
62 min
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#364 Tips For Looking Fire on Your Wedding Day
From posing for photos to giving yourself permission to looking a little “extra” on the wedding day.
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#363 The Wedding Day Schedule - Tips and Tricks
Are you lost in the wedding day time warp? Wondering if there's a secret manual for when everything should happen? Fear not, lovelies! This episode is a crash course in wedding day wizardry.
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#362 Summer Reading 2023
Do you like books? We’ve got some hot recommendations! Novelist, performer, writing coach and mom, Georgia Clark is back again!
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#361 You Ask, We Answer - 66
We've got a whole bunch of questions lined up, covering everything from save-the-dates to parents gifts. My subscribers are the BEST and know how to keep us on our toes! Get ready for some expert advice, insider tips, and a whole lot of laughter.
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#360 Wedding Aesthetics and Mood Boards
Step into the captivating world of mood boards with my guest, Max (they/them), a wedding designer, who takes us on a journey and shares their unique approach to wedding designs that are truly representative of the couple getting married. Max is passionate about sourcing and showcasing diverse representation in the designs they create for their clients.
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#359 Is Your Wedding Planner Stressing You Out?
What do you do when the trust you've placed in your planner starts to crumble? In this highly anticipated episode, we tackle this common wedding planning nightmare. I’ve heard countless stories from our listeners about their experiences with planners or coordinators who have fallen short of expectations, leaving them feeling frustrated, neglected, and unsure of how to handle the situation.
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#358 Healthy Relationships and Setting Boundaries
Let's talk about how to keep your relationships strong and thriving, both in everyday life and while planning your wedding. We're talking about your bond with your partner, as well as your connections with your fam and squad. 'Cause let's be real, relationships are EVERYTHING.
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#357 Real Wedding Retrospective with Taylor Rae...
Taylor just tied the knot with her honey, Richard, in the big apple itself, New York City! Their wedding was totally inclusive and reflected their values. Taylor is spilling every detail about how they achieved this and giving awesome tips for how you can too.
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#356 You Ask, We Answer - 65
Non-responsive Wedding Planner and Groomsmen, unwanted family members as guests, wedding insurance coverage, rehearsal schedule conflict, and the stress of it all. Wedding planning help is on the way!!! Listen in as my co-host and I answer wedding planning questions from listeners like you.
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#355 How to Avoid Wedding Debt
Debt on top of debt! Nearly half of engaged couples already have credit card debt BEFORE planning their wedding. And guess what? A lot of them don't even factor in their debt when deciding how much to spend on their big day.
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#354 Want Your Dog To Be in Your Wedding? Let’s...
Everything you need to know about incorporating your dog into your wedding day, right here peeps!
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#353 From Cringe to Confident - Dancing at Your...
First dance anyone? In this episode you will learn how to ease your nerves and look confident while dancing in front of your guests at your wedding.
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#352 You Ask, We Answer - 64
Stress, money, opinions, pressure and soooo many questions. Wedding planning help is on the way!!! Listen in as my co-host and I answer wedding planning questions from listeners like you.
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#351 Modern Etiquette & Minimizing Wedding Plan...
Traditional etiquette is no longer applicable in the context of how couples are now planning their weddings. There is no longer one specific set of rules or traditions that must be followed.
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#350 How To Hire Party Staff For Weddings & Oth...
Ready to learn how to hire party staff for your wedding? It's all about the process!
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#349 How To Keep Your Relationship Thriving (an...
Planning a wedding is like playing a game of Jenga with your relationship. One wrong move, and the whole thing can come crashing down. But fear not, my dear friends! That's where premarital counseling comes in.
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#348 Real Wedding Retrospective with Lindsey (L...
Lindsey is a long time listener and she just got married to the love of her life, Brent. From her favorite part of the day, to her biggest surprise to the part she disliked the most, we are learning from Lindsey’s freshly married wisdom.
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#347 You Ask, We Answer - 63
On the last Wednesday of every month, we answer wedding planning questions from our listeners. Michelle’s co-host for this episode is Dixie Bagley, a wedding planner, venue owner, bakery owner and friend of the pod.
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#346 How To Crowdfund Your Wedding
Most couples DON’T have the $$ for a luxury/high-budget wedding. In fact, many of you would prefer it if your guests would contribute financially to the wedding and/or honeymoon instead of buying you a gift.
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#345 Ceremony Wisdom from Celebrity Officiant C...
Planning a wedding is a once-in-a-lifetime event and it should be an unforgettable experience. If you want to make your wedding ceremony truly memorable, there are some key elements to consider.
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#344 Prioritizing The People That Lift You Up
Guest Deesha Dyer gives Michelle her "Real Wedding Retrospective" and tells us how she and her husband, Wes only invited those that they truly loved the most.
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#343 You Ask, We Answer - 62
David Tutera is back as Michelle's co-host! On the last Wednesday of every month, we answer wedding planning questions from our listeners.
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#342 What does marriage really mean?
Reverend Maureen Cotton is an Interspiritual minister, serving the spiritual-but-not-religious.
64 min