How to Plan a Wedding Ceremony That’s Personal, Meaningful & Unforgettable
Wedding Planning Podcast
Your WEDDING CEREMONY is undoubtedly the most important part of your wedding day celebration - it's literally the WHY of every single thing we touch on here on the Wedding Planning Podcast! Unfortunately, many couples push the ceremony logistics to the very bottom of their wedding planning to-do list, and as a result, this critical piece of your wedding day misses getting the full attention & creativity that it deserves. Tune in to the full show for a start-to-finish guide for infusing your ceremony with deep meaning and your personalities. We’re also going to cover: ...
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Preparing For Wedding Day Stress Points + Wedding Q&A
Wedding Planning Podcast
"What’s really bothering me lately is I’m in a stress cycle over anticipating what might go wrong during our wedding weekend and wanting to proactively jump in and plan for those things. What are some unexpected stress-points that we can be prepared for as much as possible?" Do yourselves a favor - plan to be caught off guard by something on your wedding day! Next step, mentally prepare to brush it off in the moment so that you can be fully present and enjoy your wedding day. Survey 100 couples in the week after their wedding, and 97 of them will have multiple...
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Wedding Venue Math: How to Calculate Your Real Costs Before You Book
Wedding Planning Podcast
Cheap wedding venue… or financial trap? In this bonus episode, we’re breaking down one of the biggest budgeting decisions you’ll make during wedding planning: choosing between a lower-priced blank space venue and a higher-priced all-inclusive option. At first glance, the DIY venue looks like the obvious win. Lower rental fee. More flexibility. Total creative control. It feels like the ultimate budget-savvy move. But here’s where impulse can quietly take over. That “great deal” can spiral fast once you start layering in rentals, catering, staffing, power,...
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Dinner for Vendors, Shame from Family Members, What to Look for in a DJ, Desserts on a Budget? Let’s Talk.
Wedding Planning Podcast
Enjoy a jam-packed show full of your wedding planning questions, including: What’s an ideal wedding planning timeline? >>> check out my bonus series that shows you exactly how to use ChatGPT to build a completely personalized planning timeline. Subscribe to WPP Premium in Apple Podcasts for instant access. How can we include family members who want to “help” with the wedding? Helping a younger bridesmaid feel included w/ the older girls, Are wedding expos / bridal shows worth going to? (spoiler alert - YES!) What to look for in a DJ Unity Ceremony Ideas? (visit for...
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Online Bridesmaid Dress Shopping Made Easy: Styling Tips, Mismatched Magic & Trends with Lulus Weddings
Wedding Planning Podcast
Shopping for bridesmaid dresses online doesn’t have to feel risky, overwhelming, or chaotic. In this episode, we’re diving into how to confidently pull off a seamless online bridesmaid dress experience with featured brand Lulus Weddings. Whether you're coordinating a perfectly polished lineup or embracing the mismatched trend, we’re breaking down exactly how to make it look intentional and elevated - not thrown together. You’ll learn: Professional styling strategies to flatter every body type, The 5 keys to creating a cohesive color palette with mismatched dresses, The real...
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Smart Tips for Natural, Effortless Engagement Photos
Wedding Planning Podcast
Your engagement photos should feel like you on your very best day - relaxed, connected, glowing, and maybe even a little giddy. These are the images you’ll splash across your save-the-dates, wedding website, holiday cards, and possibly display on your wedding day. No pressure … right? But here’s the reality: Choosing outfits that photograph beautifully (and still feel like you), dialing in hair and makeup so it looks polished but not overdone, and somehow posing “naturally” in front of a camera can feel way harder than expected. Picture this: Showing up in last-minute outfits that...
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Hiring Your Wedding Vendors: Research & Budgeting Tips, Questions to Ask, When to Book
Wedding Planning Podcast
Hiring your wedding vendors is one of the most important (and most overwhelming) parts of wedding planning. In today’s episode, we’re breaking down exactly how to research and book your dream vendor team without busting your budget. You’ll learn: How to research wedding vendors efficiently Which vendors are must-haves vs. optional What to book first, and what can wait The key questions to ask every wedding vendor before signing a contract Universal budgeting rules to help you stay on track throughout your engagement PS - I would LOVE to hear from you! Whether it’s...
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Family Drama & Wedding Planning: Let’s Talk Boundaries
Wedding Planning Podcast
Wedding planning can stir up complicated family dynamics, emotional pressure, and strong opinions. In today’s episode, we talk honestly about navigating family expectations during your engagement. From financial contributions and blended families to estranged relationships, religion, tradition, and setting boundaries with well-meaning relatives, this episode offers reassurance and practical tools for protecting your peace. You’ll walk away with clear grounding affirmations, boundary-setting phrases, and permission to plan a wedding that reflects your values - not your family's...
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Crafting Your Wedding Guest List: Where to Start, Setting Boundaries & How to Edit
Wedding Planning Podcast
Today we’re breaking down one of the most complicated and often emotionally charged - parts of wedding planning: crafting your wedding guest list. From where to start, to how to handle tricky family dynamics, this episode offers a clear, practical approach to navigating the process with confidence. Bonus: I’m answering many of your real guest list questions along the way! Tune in for a step-by-step guide that covers: How to get started with your wedding guest list Smart strategies (and benefits) of using an A-List / B-List invitation system How to handle plus-one expectations...
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Smart Tips for Finding Your Perfect Wedding Venue
Wedding Planning Podcast
Choosing your wedding venue is the single most important decision you’ll make during the planning process - and yes, that can feel like a lot of pressure. Your venue isn’t just the backdrop for your wedding day. It also sets the vibe, drives your budget, impacts your guest experience, and influences nearly every other decision you’ll make from here on out. That’s why this is not a decision to rush. In today’s episode of The Wedding Planning Podcast, we’re breaking down exactly how to choose the right wedding venue with clarity and confidence - before you sign a contract...
info_outlineI think it's safe to say that running away to a beautiful beach in the tropics is on all of our minds right now!
Today I have a very special guest joining us, friend of the show SUSAN GREEN from Susan’s Travel Services. Susan packs 26 years of travel planning experience, and today you’re invited to soak up Susan’s expertise on everything from:
- Honeymoon planning logistics,
- destination wedding tips,
- choosing your perfect destination,
- some common honeymoon planning pitfalls,
- sample trips across a variety of budgets,
- the PRICE TAG of stress,
& so much more!
The best part?
Susan’s travel planning services are TOTALLY FREE to you as a listener of the podcast!
Yes, you heard me right, and no, there’s not a catch!
To learn how Susan can help YOU plan your dream honeymoon to Mexico, Hawaii, the Caribbean & beyond, simply shoot her an email - susan@susanstravelservices.com and let her know that the WPP sent you for $50 off your final booking.
In addition, tune in to LIVE travel updates from Susan on Facebook & Instagram!
And with that, grab your daiquiri, imagine yourself on a beautiful beach, and enjoy today’s show ;)
A special THANK YOU to today's valued show sponsors:
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