Laura and Benny Show - Laura Redhead Benson
Laura finally gets Benny onboard with joining the show. Laura Redhead Benson (and Benny) covers everything Wedding related. Long form discussion with Wedding Industry experts. As well as Hints and Tips for brides, grooms, guests, family, all those involved in, going to, or have attended Weddings. Wedding Experts from all disciplines: Officiants, Hair Stylists, Bands, Photographers, Make Artists, Fashion Tailors, Magicians, Videographers, Venues, Decor Designers, Bakers, DJs, Florists, the list goes on and on. Laura and Benny Photography are wedding photographers from Cork, Ireland. They Photograph wedding throughout Munster and Leinster.
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S07 E16 – Janusz T Photography
04/18/2024
S07 E16 – Janusz T Photography
Guest photographers Justina and Janusz, join Laura and Benny for wedding talk on their favourite topic. Janusz T Photography are one of Laura and Benny’s favourite photographers. They are technically brilliant and have character to boot. Photo chats to the max, from champers and night shots to morning essentials. Janusz times weddings like a pro! Best friend attention to detail, man jokes, effort put into photos gives super surprising results. Stay true to your personality! Advantages of 2 photographers. Pre-shoots. New traditions. Benny lands laura in it as to how they met Janusz T-s. Packages, workflows, experience, lenses, apps and editing timelines. Married Business Life. Giving back to the photographer community. The resurgence of physical products, photo frames and wedding albums. Bookings and avoiding disappointment. Check out Follow #wedding #ireland #podcast , Laura and Benny Photography cover weddings throughout Munster, Ireland: Laura and Benny Photography are Irish Wedding Photographers sharing all their knowledge of how weddings actually happen in Ireland. Laura is from Cork and Benny is from Dublin. Laura and Benny also partner with Weddimony Films for so check out You can follow Laura's daily stories on Instagram @ Laura be on the TikTok Too
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S07 E15 – Popcorn Bangers
04/16/2024
S07 E15 – Popcorn Bangers
Pre-Show for Janusz T Photography joining Laura and Benny this week on the podcast. Some more old age slaggings for Laura. Shout out to Spanish Point, great spot. Getting lost at the Cliffs of Moher. Popcorn behaviour and misbehaviour, Laura is a cheeky bold lady, in a good way. Valencia, Spain Weddings. Firework Bangers to ring in the celebrations. Benny puts it up to, The Instagram Posers. #wedding #ireland #podcast , Laura and Benny Photography cover weddings throughout Munster, Ireland: Laura and Benny Photography are Irish Wedding Photographers sharing all their knowledge of how weddings actually happen in Ireland. Laura is from Cork and Benny is from Dublin. Laura and Benny also partner with Weddimony Films for so check out You can follow Laura's daily stories on Instagram @ Laura be on the TikTok Too
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S07 E14 – Derek Burke Band – Recrystallization of an Irish Music Swinger
04/10/2024
S07 E14 – Derek Burke Band – Recrystallization of an Irish Music Swinger
Derek Burke Band join Laura and Benny as part of their launch marketing tour. A man of many names, including “your man”, Derek addresses the swingers in the room. Country true and true, from tractors to jives, music is in Derek's bones and a showman is in his soul. The energy Derek Burke brings when he is preforming is off the charts. Derek tells great stories from the early days in Crystal Swing, from the big break and big “hack” that resulted in them going viral (you have to love Irish mammies! "our YouTube is hacked"). We get the run down on Derek’s love for vintage Motor Bikes and Tractors. Derek Burke Band will keep you entertained at weddings whether you are 18 or 80, covering a broad spectrum of songs, bringing energy and infectious humour. The professional showman reads the room before the room knows it is a book to be read. For all the showman Derek is, he has a quality band behind him and offers add-ons of Saxophone and Accordion to boot. You can go bog standard band or all out bells and whistle. Derek’s history in big shows means he has access to the mega setup and knows how to use the best of the best gear. First Dance talk gets a talking, and great advice in general is given. Follow Derek Burke Band: also more details at: #wedding #ireland #podcast , Laura and Benny Photography cover weddings throughout Munster, Ireland: Laura and Benny Photography are Irish Wedding Photographers sharing all their knowledge of how weddings actually happen in Ireland. Laura is from Cork and Benny is from Dublin. Laura and Benny also partner with Weddimony Films for so check out You can follow Laura's daily stories on Instagram @ Laura be on the TikTok Too
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S07 E13 – Take Me Back to the Night We Met
04/09/2024
S07 E13 – Take Me Back to the Night We Met
Laura’s grey hairs? Benny has good hair, fact. Pre-Show for the Derek Burke Band guest podcast this week. Derek is a legend in Irish music and one of the nicest blokes you will meet. Weddings are back this week with Laura and Benny photographing 3 weddings in a row. Laura is giddy to see some humans, have the chats and engage with her wider world of work colleagues. Benny fandoms up an anniversary with Arthur Wedding Band. Take Me Back to the Night We Met. Shout out to Jim and Sonya for setting up Benny, Jason and the band. Laura realises she has to write a speech as matron of honour. Cake talk again! Davie of the Seducers comes to mind. It is good to talk! Don’t forget to socialize people! Is Laura getting a body cam? Gadget talk. A bold invite to wedding couples to come on the podcast. #wedding #ireland #podcast , Laura and Benny Photography cover weddings throughout Munster, Ireland: Laura and Benny Photography are Irish Wedding Photographers sharing all their knowledge of how weddings actually happen in Ireland. Laura is from Cork and Benny is from Dublin. Laura and Benny also partner with Weddimony Films for so check out You can follow Laura's daily stories on Instagram @ Laura be on the TikTok Too
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S07 E12 - Diamond Bridal – Wedding Dress Boutique & Bridesmaids Collections
04/05/2024
S07 E12 - Diamond Bridal – Wedding Dress Boutique & Bridesmaids Collections
Grace from Diamond Bridal joined Laura and Benny to share her knowledge of bridal dresses, accessories & bridesmaids dresses. Grace gives great tips for key moments in the bridal wear experience. A must listen whatever stage you are at in your dress journey. Each to their own first and foremost while shopping, Diamond Bridal can cater off the rack and designer made. Buy for your personality over trends. Diamond Bridal aim to cater for everyone and to give them an excellent experience. Through private consultations you get advice and guidance. Grace gives us some incites into the designers of wedding dresses. Jet-setting to fashion shows. Talking about; Randy Fenoli, Enzoani, Rosa Clará, and more! (Élysée, Etoile, Martina Liana, Evie Young, Pen Liv, Libelle, San Patrick & Ria Tener) Bridal Squad advice, including the honest friend approach to help the bride. Practicality and Functionality of dresses is discussed. Sleeves, over skirts, short skirts, black dresses, blue dresses! Deep V-s, structure of dresses, veils! So much detail is shared. Shoe talk! Fitting facts. Tan n Makeup policies. 2 dress decisions. Hundreds of Bridesmaids options, flower girl tips! Book in with plenty of advance, particularly weekends. I think Benny's mouth got a little taped up in this episode. #wedding #ireland #podcast , Laura and Benny Photography cover weddings throughout Munster, Ireland: Laura and Benny Photography are Irish Wedding Photographers sharing all their knowledge of how weddings actually happen in Ireland. Laura is from Cork and Benny is from Dublin. Laura and Benny also partner with Weddimony Films for so check out You can follow Laura's daily stories on Instagram @ Laura be on the TikTok Too
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S07 E11 – Bustle n Tape Benny so Laura can Talk
04/03/2024
S07 E11 – Bustle n Tape Benny so Laura can Talk
Laura’s big birthday celebrations are almost over. Shout out to Clancy’s for a great night out: food, fun, drink and dancing. The Essentials rocked the night away, Fiona Kennedy's Show was emotional. Benny slags Laura for being Cork famous. This is the pre-show for the guest podcast with Diamond Bridal’s Grace. Benny gets his bustle on, throws a filthy question at Laura and Laura gets filthy about her corset. Whoops warnings are given, Laura is actually helpful about wedding dresses while Benny just keeps stirring it. Tape it up girls! Try the clothes on lads! #wedding #ireland #podcast , Laura and Benny Photography cover weddings throughout Munster, Ireland: Laura and Benny Photography are Irish Wedding Photographers sharing all their knowledge of how weddings actually happen in Ireland. Laura is from Cork and Benny is from Dublin. Laura and Benny also partner with Weddimony Films for so check out You can follow Laura's daily stories on Instagram @ Laura be on the TikTok Too
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S07 E10 – Broken Spoon Cakes – Tara – Baker, Smile Maker, Artist!
03/28/2024
S07 E10 – Broken Spoon Cakes – Tara – Baker, Smile Maker, Artist!
Finally, Laura and Benny get to meet Tara of Broken Spoon Cakes. Laura is a long time admirer of the smell of Tara’s cakes. Yes! The smell! You know when you walk into a room that the pure quality of Broken Spoon Cakes is on display. Tara’s expertise, creativity and attention to detail screams across throughout this chat. Tara fears no challenge. Bring on the black! Benny laps up everything as his favourite topic gets a deep dive. Tara continually throws up little nuggets from the inside track of cake making. Roasting chocolate! Think of the children! Everything from tasting, to designing, to allergies, to food safety is covered off. Flavours get devoured: mint, salted caramel, Baileys, Guinness, Lemon Curd, champagne strawberry, raspberry bombastic... so much. Harry Potter extravaganza gets a shout out! The detail people. Traditional cakes verse Hyper decorated cakes gets a smidgen of a debate. Education gets a talking, technicalities of cake structures get a briefing, booking in time gets a reminding, Toppers get a trashing, How much cake is enough? More and more! Toxic flowers people! Who would have thunk! Knowledge, knowledge, knowledge! Allergies, Celiacs, Sopranos. They talked for quite a while. Visit Follow #wedding #ireland #podcast #cake , Laura and Benny Photography cover weddings throughout Munster, Ireland: Laura and Benny Photography are Irish Wedding Photographers sharing all their knowledge of how weddings actually happen in Ireland. Laura is from Cork and Benny is from Dublin. Laura and Benny also partner with Weddimony Films for so check out You can follow Laura's daily stories on Instagram @ Laura be on the TikTok Too
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S07 E09 – More Cake – Even if you don’t like Cake Jumper
03/26/2024
S07 E09 – More Cake – Even if you don’t like Cake Jumper
Benny’s clothes woes continue. Jumpers n Shirts just aint going to cut it. Speaking of cutting, this episode is a Pre Show for special guest: Broken Spoons, Tara is a Wedding Cake Baker, Maker, Designer. Benny wants to bring cake into the drinks reception, full time! Cake Walls could be the way to do it. Or slivers allá Baker Boy style. Can you click your fingers? Blacktye Wedding Band cannot. Cake could solve the wasted dessert problem. Shot wall, shout out! Kelly! bespoke_bliss_with_a_twist! #wedding #ireland #podcast , Laura and Benny Photography cover weddings throughout Munster, Ireland: Laura and Benny Photography are Irish Wedding Photographers sharing all their knowledge of how weddings actually happen in Ireland. Laura is from Cork and Benny is from Dublin. Laura and Benny also partner with Weddimony Films for so check out You can follow Laura's daily stories on Instagram @ Laura be on the TikTok Too
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S07 E08 – Fiona Kennedy – Ceremony Singer, Songwriter & Independent Musician
03/20/2024
S07 E08 – Fiona Kennedy – Ceremony Singer, Songwriter & Independent Musician
None other than Ed Sheran gets called out by Fiona Kennedy. As Fiona played Pairc Ui Chaoimh in 1985 to 60,000 Kris Kristofferson with just her guitar. Stick that up your jumper Ed. Fiona Kennedy has a rich legacy and an evolving future. Winner of Screen Test, an RTE talent competition in the 80s. Saw Fiona go on to release 4 independent albums. At the end of March 2024 Fiona self-produced show Natural Woman will debut at the Cork Arts Theatre. Inspired by women, Fiona is a woman who is both talented and inspiring in her own right. Fiona gives us her full background in Wedding Music and how ceremonies have changed over her career. Great advice is given to those who want the traditional wedding march, to those who do not know what they want at all and how to strike a balance in the church. Fiona's talent for songwriting is transferable to wedding ceremonies, as some songs may require a little tweaking. Tips for family and friends singing in the church too. As a wedding supplier we build many connections and Fiona shares some wonderful stories, singing across generations of weddings. Award Winning in all her music endeavours, Fiona was awarded Wedding Singer of the Year in 2021. Fiona puts that down to the reviews from couples. Fiona is also available for Drinks Receptions and highly recommended by Benny (and he is a tough cookie!). #wedding #ireland #podcast Check out Fiona’s Show: All things Fiona at: Have a listen: , Laura and Benny Photography cover weddings throughout Munster, Ireland: Laura and Benny Photography are Irish Wedding Photographers sharing all their knowledge of how weddings actually happen in Ireland. Laura is from Cork and Benny is from Dublin. Laura and Benny also partner with Weddimony Films for so check out You can follow Laura's daily stories on Instagram @ Laura be on the TikTok Too
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S07 E07 – Ceremony Singing Paddywhackery on Tinder
03/19/2024
S07 E07 – Ceremony Singing Paddywhackery on Tinder
Preshow for this week’s guest Fiona Kennedy. While Fiona brings great depth and knowledge to conversation later in the week, Benny and Laura spin ceremony music conversation into the church advertising mass times on tinder. Paddywhackery a foot, Benny is in search of a hot date for Fiona's gig. Are you the Kenmare singer of April 2022? Banshee jumps to a whole new level. Eventually, some wedding ceremony music chat prevails, from rock bands in churches to gospel choirs to Maddie Courtney. Check out: https://corkartstheatre.com/event/natural-woman-fiona-kennedy/ #wedding #ireland #podcast , Laura and Benny Photography cover weddings throughout Munster, Ireland: Laura and Benny Photography are Irish Wedding Photographers sharing all their knowledge of how weddings actually happen in Ireland. Laura is from Cork and Benny is from Dublin. Laura and Benny also partner with Weddimony Films for so check out You can follow Laura's daily stories on Instagram @ https://www.instagram.com/lauraandbennyphotography/ Laura be on the TikTok Too https://www.tiktok.com/@lauraandbennyphotograph
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S07 E06 – Partybands – Cork’s Music Mogul Justin
03/14/2024
S07 E06 – Partybands – Cork’s Music Mogul Justin
Is Justin of Partybands a JLO wedding coordinator or the Tommy Mottola of Cork Music. DJ Benny is the house! Benny wants to audition! Starting out in the music world? Tommy…I mean Justin of Partybands give loads of great advice. Everything form Marketing to Practice and Building Real World Experience is discussed. Spares! Partybands are most definitely problem solvers with the array of acts they have at their disposal. Whether you do not know what music you want for your wedding, or cannot find a specific type of act or your band has cleared off. Partybands and Justin use their know to help you out. Justin is a one man search filter for your music needs Events, Festivals, Pubs and Corporate gigs are also touched on. Pretty much they can get you the fun stuff. Day 2 chats as well. Wedfest! Wedding Expos and Trade Fairs are huge so Justin and his party crew have brought the Festival fever to the scene. You still get the endless options and variety of suppliers, fashions shows etc. but it just has a bit more music in its bones. Big exclusive, January 19th 2025 is the date for the new year show at Páirc Uí Chaoimh and there will be an autumn show in 2024. The Lab Cork: Justin co-founded the music rehearsal, recording and prom space. Podcast facilities too. Justin tells us all about the reclaiming of a rundown space to little heaven of creativity. Live Entertainment, a new website is close to launch, a hub to connect up live acts and bookers. Tails of a band members are always worth the listen! From starting out to the road. Check out: #wedding #ireland #podcast , Laura and Benny Photography cover weddings throughout Munster, Ireland: Laura and Benny Photography are Irish Wedding Photographers sharing all their knowledge of how weddings actually happen in Ireland. Laura is from Cork and Benny is from Dublin. Laura and Benny also partner with Weddimony Films for so check out You can follow Laura's daily stories on Instagram @ https://www.instagram.com/lauraandbennyphotography/ Laura be on the TikTok Too https://www.tiktok.com/@lauraandbennyphotograph
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S07 E05 – Pimp Your Paddy Cap the Party is Coming - Espressos and Rainbows
03/11/2024
S07 E05 – Pimp Your Paddy Cap the Party is Coming - Espressos and Rainbows
Guests are coming in thick and fast. Espressos and Rainbows get addressed first of the bat. The inside track for Partybands Auditions is revealed, as Justin is due to join us on the next episode (da da da da). The search for music can be daunting so Justin might be able to help find you a beat to bop to. It is re-confirmed Bill Gates is on the last page of the internet. Harleys for a choreographed dance? Derek Burke has been lighting fires! Dazing into Pat Fitz Eyes. Maryborough hugs. Steve is an Irish Trad Pimp. DJ’s with big rigs. The whole spectrum of the bands is discussed. #wedding #ireland #podcast , Laura and Benny Photography cover weddings throughout Munster, Ireland: Laura and Benny Photography are Irish Wedding Photographers sharing all their knowledge of how weddings actually happen in Ireland. Laura is from Cork and Benny is from Dublin. Laura and Benny also partner with Weddimony Films for so check out You can follow Laura's daily stories on Instagram @ https://www.instagram.com/lauraandbennyphotography/ Laura be on the TikTok Too https://www.tiktok.com/@lauraandbennyphotograph
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S07 E04 – Linda Foley Celebrant – Registered Solemniser - Entheos
03/07/2024
S07 E04 – Linda Foley Celebrant – Registered Solemniser - Entheos
Linda Foley a wedding celebrant from Entheos joins Laura and Benny to talk all things Wedding Ceremonies. And more including, baking, beautiful coffee cupcakes for Benny! , which is explained in this episode, along with the various types of wedding ceremonies people can have. Great wedding advice is given. Plan and prepare: but let the day happen and there is beauty in the mistakes, mishaps and randomness of life. Linda is there to guide you through the process and the ceremony itself, allowing each ceremony to be unique. We cover the whole process from pre chats right up to each moment of ceremonies. Officiants are becoming highly sought after, like many tradition categories of wedding suppliers. Super tip given for the Green Folder (legal documents). Love Marriages are discussed. Things get serious in referendum talk (not really). Entheos origins and philosophy are explained in a world where the options are becoming plentiful. Vows again are discussed, to personalise or not to personalise. Tips on vow promises when public romance is a bit nerving. Elements of Ceremonies such as fire, sand, fastening, boxes, trees are all suggested. Shimming works for all those men still trying to find a receptive partner through slick moves. Laura highlights how Linda adds to your wedding experience and how her approach facilitates a natural atmosphere. Kids, Dogs, timing, seating, ditch bouquets and more are chatted about. #wedding #ireland #podcast In case you do not know the register of solemnisers is online: Check out Weddimony Films for : https://weddimonyfilms.com/ You can follow Laura's daily stories on Instagram @ https://www.instagram.com/lauraandbennyphotography/ Laura be on the TikTok Too https://www.tiktok.com/@lauraandbennyphotograph , Laura and Benny Photography cover weddings throughout Munster, Ireland: https://lauraandbennyphotography.com/ Laura and Benny Photography are Irish Wedding Photographers sharing all their knowledge of how weddings actually happen in Ireland. Laura is from Cork and Benny is from Dublin. : covering Leinster, Ireland.
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S07 E03 – The Celebrant is Coming to Solemnise You
03/05/2024
S07 E03 – The Celebrant is Coming to Solemnise You
The response from suppliers to the podcast call out has been amazing! First up is going to be a Celebrant/Officiant/Solemniser. So laura and Benny pounder true love ceremonies verse legal ceremonies verse religious ceremonies. 3rd time married is a charm for some. Laura tells us some of her favourite parts of the Ceremonies, including some alternative approaches to key moments. Mums should be allowed ride in cars! They mothers love playing host on wedding days. Warning on how not to scupper the couples’ plans on their wedding day. Ringer bearer tip whether you are 3 or 33. Banshee gets in on the podcast again. Music gets a shout out of course. Y’up the Fiona Kennedy. Book tickets now: https://corkartstheatre.com/event/natural-woman-fiona-kennedy/ Love Marriages, enough said? Check out Weddimony Films for : https://weddimonyfilms.com/ #wedding #ireland #podcast You can follow Laura's daily stories on Instagram @ https://www.instagram.com/lauraandbennyphotography/ Laura be on the TikTok Too https://www.tiktok.com/@lauraandbennyphotograph Wedding Photographers Cork, Laura and Benny Photography cover weddings throughout Munster, Ireland: https://lauraandbennyphotography.com/ Laura and Benny Photography are Irish Wedding Photographers sharing all their knowledge of how weddings actually happen in Ireland. Laura is from Cork and Benny is from Dublin. : covering Leinster, Ireland.
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S07 E02 – Weddimony Films – Who be thems Wedding Videographers?
02/29/2024
S07 E02 – Weddimony Films – Who be thems Wedding Videographers?
Benny has a brief Tech / AI rant. Laura introduces Weddimony Films. in partnership with Laura and Benny. The video team, like Laura and Benny only take 1 wedding per day. Laura and Benny still work with other videographers but offer a video package that is combines to leverage off Laura’s approach before, during, and after your wedding day even more. The edits delivered and discrete approach to recording is discussed. Benny teases Laura on your geography knowledge, counties of Ireland can be tricky! Laura wants to give high fives to suppliers. 10 years married in 2024, with 10 years coming up in the future for Laura and Benny Photography. Banshee Babet stops in to say hello and chew Benny. #wedding #ireland #podcast Weddimony Films has officially available to the wider public. Weddimony Films provides wedding videography both to Laura & Benny couples and beyound. Check out You can follow Laura's daily stories on Instagram @ Laura be on the TikTok Too Wedding Photographers Cork, Laura and Benny Photography cover weddings throughout Munster, Ireland: Laura and Benny Photography are Irish Wedding Photographers sharing all their knowledge of how weddings actually happen in Ireland. Laura is from Cork and Benny is from Dublin. Wedding Photographers Dublin, covering Leinster, Ireland:
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S07 E01 – We are Back – 2024 Weddings in Ireland
02/27/2024
S07 E01 – We are Back – 2024 Weddings in Ireland
It is the 2024 Wedding Season in Ireland! Laura and Benny are back to chat about all things weddings and a few random side topics. Irish People love weddings and if anything, weddings grow year on year. People forever find their own way of doing weddings, putting to own personal touch to their day. A brief chat to say hello, we are back and we are still here. Laura and Benny mention the busy year that was 2023. Touch on a couple holidays they snuck in between photographing weddings. As life goes on we get older, but Laura is still feeling 22, roller skating at birthday parties. The flag was raised for suppliers to come chat with Laura and Benny this season, as they commit to having more chats. Weddimony Films is officially available to the wider public. Weddimony Films provides wedding videography both to Laura & Benny couples and the wider net of couples. Check out #wedding #ireland #podcast You can follow Laura's daily stories on Instagram @ Laura be on the TikTok Too Wedding Photographers Cork, Laura and Benny Photography cover weddings throughout Munster, Ireland: Laura and Benny Photography are Irish Wedding Photographers sharing all their knowledge of how weddings actually happen in Ireland. Laura is from Cork and Benny is from Dublin. Wedding Photographers Dublin, covering Leinster, Ireland:
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S06 E17 – Wedding Gifts – How much to give? How much to expect to receive?
10/03/2023
S06 E17 – Wedding Gifts – How much to give? How much to expect to receive?
After recently giving advice to friends and family, Laura and Benny share their take on Wedding Gifts. God Bless the days of brown envelopes because cash is king in Ireland’s Wedding Gift Circles. Physical gifts are rare. But how much do people actually gift? Caution and realism is needed! Balance what you spend vs what you expect in return. The range of gifts taps out at a certain monetary value so don’t presume if you spend more, you get more back. Laura time hops back a generation, to the land of toasters! Benny does some average gestimations. How to pick a gift amount is suggested and the helpful tradition of dropping in a card before the big day is flagged. Other brief money topics include: pre-wedding costs, couples gifting to each other and couples gifting to everyone! Remember whatever your situation, if you got invited people want you there. #wedding #ireland #podcast You can follow Laura's daily stories on Instagram @ Wedding Photographers Cork, Laura and Benny Photography cover weddings throughout Munster, Ireland: Laura and Benny Photography are Irish Wedding Photographers sharing all their knowledge of how weddings actually happen in Ireland. Laura is from Cork and Benny is from Dublin. Wedding Photographers Dublin, covering Leinster, Ireland: Laura can be now found on TikTok
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S06 E16 – First Look & Pre-Ceremony Photoshoots Summary
09/26/2023
S06 E16 – First Look & Pre-Ceremony Photoshoots Summary
As seasons change and lighting slips away into Autumn and Winter, First Looks and Pre-Ceremony Shoots are considered. Laura and Benny do a summary the options available and give some crucial tips (flower arrival time, who needs to be ready when etc.). We are talking Couple Only First Look, + Couple Photoshoot, + Bridal Shoot and + Family Shoot. Kids discussed too. Benny harps on about Leave Time over Ceremony Time. Travel impacts are addressed. Venue situations are highlighted (to be seen or not to be seen). It really is all about balance, communication and timing. Laura has exciting news! Is she a Matron of Honour or a Maid of Honour? Laura was asked to be bridesmaid for one of her very best friends. Shout to Danny and Anthony who shared all their knowledge of specific venues (for Laura’s very best friends). Kingsley (the white cat) is now just hanging out on the podcast. Benny rocks a new mug! #wedding #ireland #podcast You can follow Laura's daily stories on Instagram @ https://www.instagram.com/lauraandbennyphotography/ Wedding Photographers Cork, Laura and Benny Photography cover weddings throughout Munster, Ireland: https://lauraandbennyphotography.com/ Laura and Benny Photography are Irish Wedding Photographers sharing all their knowledge of how weddings actually happen in Ireland. Laura is from Cork and Benny is from Dublin. Wedding Photographers Dublin, covering Leinster, Ireland: https://lauraandbennyphotography.com/wedding-photographers-dublin/ Laura can be now found on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lauraandbennyphotograph
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S06 E15 – Media Content Creation on your Wedding Day
09/19/2023
S06 E15 – Media Content Creation on your Wedding Day
Benny rocks another shirt. Laura sets the topic of Social Media content creation reaching new heights beyound Wedding Ceremonies (think unplugged etc.). The growing norm is your whole wedding day is an opportunity for content. Whether it be vendors, family or guests that are using a device to capture media content. Whether you asked them to or whether they asked you if it is ok to record. Personalities and attitudes to Media are so varied whatever end of the recording device you are on. Laura outlines how attitudes and acts impact the Mornings and various other parts of the wedding day. The need for balance in each individual day is discussed. The importance of the brides or grooms to communicate what they are ok with or what they are not happy with. Behind the Scenes recording is becoming more prominent. What to watch out for is discussed. Humans have always raced to be first, to be best and content is no different. People recording content, need to consider what is appropriate, when is an appropriate time to post and that first and foremost it is a wedding day, not a marketing opportunity or social credit scoring chance. Watch out for bad tips! Logic should flush out what pit falls await certain tips. #wedding #ireland #podcast You can follow Laura's daily stories on Instagram @ https://www.instagram.com/lauraandbennyphotography/ Wedding Photographers Cork, Laura and Benny Photography cover weddings throughout Munster, Ireland: https://lauraandbennyphotography.com/ Laura and Benny Photography are Irish Wedding Photographers sharing all their knowledge of how weddings actually happen in Ireland. Laura is from Cork and Benny is from Dublin. Wedding Photographers Dublin, covering Leinster, Ireland: https://lauraandbennyphotography.com/wedding-photographers-dublin/ Laura can be now found on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lauraandbennyphotograph
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S06 E14 - Back Again - Summer Wedding Overview - Lay of the Land
09/13/2023
S06 E14 - Back Again - Summer Wedding Overview - Lay of the Land
Laura and Benny return after an extremely busy summer of photographing Weddings. Giving an overview of what went down and what people should expect to come, on the Wedding front. Laura reads out some love letters as Benny rocks a holiday shirt as Ireland finally gets some sun after a wet summer (think Hawaii vibes or Miami Vice). The ever changing weather is discussed, hopes for an Autumn this year. The climate change fears. Plans A, Bs and Cs are touched on. Weddings in Ireland seem to be as busy as they have ever been, the vendor hunt is definitely on for all services. (Benny says "lay of the land" a lot) #wedding #ireland #podcast You can follow Laura's daily stories on Instagram @ Wedding Photographers Cork, Laura and Benny Photography cover weddings throughout Munster, Ireland: Laura and Benny Photography are Irish Wedding Photographers sharing all their knowledge of how weddings actually happen in Ireland. Laura is from Cork and Benny is from Dublin. Wedding Photographers Dublin, covering Leinster, Ireland: Laura can be now found on TikTok
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S06 E13 – Timing – don’t squeeze the life out of your wedding day
05/25/2023
S06 E13 – Timing – don’t squeeze the life out of your wedding day
Laura and Benny do a quick-fire podcast to try flag the issues people are seeing with timing Weddings. Logically timing the whole day solves a lot of problems. But some time pressures are being put on by providers not timing the whole day and not speaking with the couple (as to what the couple’s plans are). Laura and Benny run through timing a traditional church wedding and the rest of the wedding day. As well as timing a modern, all at one venue wedding day. Highlighting some extras that are impacting wedding day timings. Remember if time is tight, can you move something to another part of the day? Test out the advice you are given, time your day yourself. Does it make sense? Give buffers, don’t just hope for perfect timing. Be careful of online tips, most people do not see the whole wedding day, the person giving tips might not have even been to a whole wedding day! Don’t stress, don’t rush, enjoy your day! wedding #ireland #podcast You can follow Laura's daily stories on Instagram @ Wedding Photographers Cork, Laura and Benny Photography cover weddings throughout Munster and Leinster, Ireland: Laura and Benny Photography are Irish Wedding Photographers sharing all their knowledge of how weddings actually happen in Ireland. Laura is from Cork and Benny is from Dublin. Wedding Photographers Dublin: Laura can be now found on TikTok #wedding #ireland #podcast
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S06 E12 - Aoife O'Neill Music - stay in your lane tomato
05/17/2023
S06 E12 - Aoife O'Neill Music - stay in your lane tomato
Aoife O'Neill Music goes on Laura and Benny Show to talk wedding singing. Aoife has the voice of an Angel and the tongue of a Demon. Stay in your lane tomato! (listen to make any sense) Cats keep her in check as Aoife lives for music. If she is not teaching she is playing/recording at home or at an event singing. She loves unique requests and is well up for learning a new song or re-working an old one. Her song range and list is long and wide. Traditional religious ceremonies are discussed and how getting a balance between acceptable songs and the couples favourites needs to be achieved. Aisle tips for any ceremony, music wise! With the shake up in the ceremony world we are seeing a wide variety of approaches and this in impacting singing so Aoife gives so home truths! Aoife is in high demand and will be launching new exclusive wedding day combos! As well for those who cannot book Aoife, why not get a recording from Aoife O'Neill Music. You can follow Laura's daily stories on Instagram @ Wedding Photographers Cork, Laura and Benny Photography cover weddings throughout Munster and Leinster, Ireland: Laura and Benny Photography are Irish Wedding Photographers sharing all their knowledge of how weddings actually happen in Ireland. Laura is from Cork and Benny is from Dublin. Wedding Photographers Dublin: Laura can be now found on TikTok #wedding #ireland #podcast
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S06 E11 - Transport Warning & Ideas
05/03/2023
S06 E11 - Transport Warning & Ideas
Benny gives warnings on various types of transport. Laura gives ideas on various types of transport. Everything from comfort considerations to the length of time in transport and the additional time certain transport causes. Using multiple methods of transport on the day. not functional? still use the photo op. A list is rattled off! You can follow Laura's daily stories on Instagram @ Wedding Photographers Cork, Laura and Benny Photography cover weddings throughout Munster and Leinster, Ireland: Laura and Benny Photography are Irish Wedding Photographers sharing all their knowledge of how weddings actually happen in Ireland. Laura is from Cork and Benny is from Dublin. Wedding Photographers Dublin: Laura can be now found on TikTok #wedding #ireland #podcast
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S06 E10 - Summer Warning - Hotness at your wedding
04/27/2023
S06 E10 - Summer Warning - Hotness at your wedding
As Laura get overly excited about the Summer Weddings, Benny issues stack warning of burning you bits. Trend is moving to outdoor weddings as an option in Ireland. For those freak heatwaves do plan if your wedding week is hit with sunshine bliss. Skin Care is discussed, what's an SPF? Are you a "pow" makeup artist or a technical one. Benny fumbles to explain. Glass box ceremony effect, umbrellas in the sun, sun, sun, sun! Fun parts of the summer weddings discussed too. Benny gives an AI photo tip. You can follow Laura's daily stories on Instagram @ https://www.instagram.com/lauraandbennyphotography/ Wedding Photographers Cork, Laura and Benny Photography cover weddings throughout Munster and Leinster, Ireland: https://lauraandbennyphotography.com/ Laura and Benny Photography are Irish Wedding Photographers sharing all their knowledge of how weddings actually happen in Ireland. Laura is from Cork and Benny is from Dublin. Wedding Photographers Dublin: https://lauraandbennyphotography.com/wedding-photographers-dublin/ Laura can be now found on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lauraandbennyphotograph #wedding #ireland #podcast
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S06 E09 Bring the Positivity - Surprising Laura
04/20/2023
S06 E09 Bring the Positivity - Surprising Laura
Bring the good vibes! Mother of a groom put it lovely recently “it costs nothing to be nice” and many a wedding day participant could take that on board, so we are being a summer of good times and positive interactions. Winding Laura up Benny switches up the topic of the podcast. Whatever happens in the small moments of the day don’t dwell on it. Laura and Benny run through all the various people that can try create a downer on your day and call on everyone to have a positive contribution. Leave the snarkiness to the side and party of! Good times are coming! Be nice! #wedding #ireland #podcast You can follow Laura's daily stories on Instagram @ https://www.instagram.com/lauraandbennyphotography/ Wedding Photographers Cork, Laura and Benny Photography cover weddings throughout Munster and Leinster, Ireland: https://lauraandbennyphotography.com/ Laura and Benny Photography are Irish Wedding Photographers sharing all their knowledge of how weddings actually happen in Ireland. Laura is from Cork and Benny is from Dublin. Wedding Photographers Dublin: https://lauraandbennyphotography.com/wedding-photographers-dublin/ Laura can be now found on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@lauraandbennyphotograph
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S06 E08 - Speeches
04/04/2023
S06 E08 - Speeches
The topic that shall not be mentioned! From the fear of long speeches, to not doing speeches at all. The varying degrees of speeches are discussed by Laura and Benny. New wave speeches vs the historic approach. When to have speeches, where to have speeches, the order of speeches. Pretty much all the ins and outs of speeches. Allocating time limits, windows, taking the venues advice! Importance of an M.C. Heckling is ok (oh no it isn’t!). When props go work. This is a long episode in honour of all the guests that had to sit through that speech! You can follow Laura's daily stories on Instagram @ Wedding Photographers Cork, Laura and Benny Photography cover weddings throughout Munster and Leinster, Ireland: Laura and Benny Photography are Irish Wedding Photographers sharing all their knowledge of how weddings actually happen in Ireland. Laura is from Cork and Benny is from Dublin. Wedding Photographers Dublin: Laura can be now found on TikTok #wedding #ireland #podcast
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S06 E07 - Exit to Bell - Timing and Order
03/31/2023
S06 E07 - Exit to Bell - Timing and Order
The time between when you exit your wedding ceremony and the bell rings for dinner service is tricky and froth with choices. So what to do and how not to do the things you choose to do. Laura and Benny is this short episode try to flag some of the ways you can help yourself enjoy the brief time window and spend the time doing what you value. First up is the receiving line debacle, to shake hands, hugs n kisses for all or run for the hills! Lots of variations, lots of opinions for all types of personalities. Herding humans and the Family portraits, are family reliable? Who will be missing? Who will be messy? Communicate, box smart and weight up what you value. Not doubling up. Bridal Party, location logistics, drive time, remove repetition, variety of backdrop, orders and let people go. All that advice and more! Guests on the move, settling in to the venue and ready to welcome the couple. Down times that the couple get! Don’t forget to eat and drink. Don’t forget your entertainment! You can follow Laura's daily stories on Instagram @ Wedding Photographers Cork, Laura and Benny Photography cover weddings throughout Munster and Leinster, Ireland: Laura and Benny Photography are Irish Wedding Photographers sharing all their knowledge of how weddings actually happen in Ireland. Laura is from Cork and Benny is from Dublin. Wedding Photographers Dublin: Laura can be now found on TikTok #wedding #ireland #podcast
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S06 E06 - Wedding Couple - Kacie & Darren
03/26/2023
S06 E06 - Wedding Couple - Kacie & Darren
Kacie & Darren: Running Fertility Haka Toasted Waterworks, Gently... Noisy bunch today. Kacie and Darren got married in May 2022 in Killarney, Kerry. They came in to share their story to highlight the importance of having fun on your wedding day no matter what happens. Kacie and Darren’s hotel flooded amongst other hiccups but it did bother them. Benny checks in with Darren on how he managed to balance up going out the night before without going too far. Being on location for your wedding can be tricky, not being with home comforts but Kacie and Darren recommend it. Think house rental plus hotel room. They wrote their own vows, did unique speeches and an epic first dance. TikTok generation is crashing through, how to use Social Media on your wedding day with losing time. Experiences meant Kacie wanted a fun morning, time and no stress. Darren didn’t want a director of a photographer. Receiving line conundrum is discussed, family photos, drinks in the park (so bold!), a running photoshoot, doing a dog on the cake, bestman’s toast, dress choice, threat yourself on the day and so much more is talked through. Laura and Benny see a lot but what fun did they miss afterwards? #fertilityhaka and more revealed. The noise level of the podcast was incredible, enjoy the listen. You can follow Laura's daily stories on Instagram @ Wedding Photographers Cork, Laura and Benny Photography cover weddings throughout Munster and Leinster, Ireland: Laura and Benny Photography are Irish Wedding Photographers sharing all their knowledge of how weddings actually happen in Ireland. Laura is from Cork and Benny is from Dublin. Wedding Photographers Dublin: Laura can be now found on TikTok #wedding #ireland #podcast
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S6 E05 – Kids at Weddings
03/14/2023
S6 E05 – Kids at Weddings
An audio only podcast for this one, Kids be a touchy subjects, looks be flying! Glances be daggers. Laura and Benny discuss the options of: no kids at weddings, a selected few children at weddings and the wildly open invitation to the little people. Benny is bold as usual. Laura shows sensitivity to those travelling and kids being included/excluded. Are weddings family days or adult night outs? Communication as always is reiterated as being key. Suggestions as to how you can include kids throughout the day. Photo advice from child whispers, how to make friends not foes with the mini monsters. Timing flexibility, super tip! Hired Nanny options for the younger children. You can follow Laura's daily stories on Instagram @ Wedding Photographers Cork, Laura and Benny Photography cover weddings throughout Munster and Leinster, Ireland: Laura and Benny Photography are Irish Wedding Photographers sharing all their knowledge of how weddings actually happen in Ireland. Laura is form Cork and Benny is from Dublin. Wedding Photographers Dublin: Laura can be now found on TikTok #wedding #ireland #podcast
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S6 E04 - Wedding Couple - Kate & Luke
03/04/2023
S6 E04 - Wedding Couple - Kate & Luke
Laura and Benny are joined for the first time by a Wedding Couple that they have photographed. Kate & Luke got married in 2022 and are delighted to share their Wedding Day story. Kate & Luke’s story is great as they remained true to their personalities and what they really wanted on from their celebrations. A video clip of Kate’s Wedding Dress being cut has gone viral with over 2 million views. We hear all about Kate’s father making the dresses and the impromptu wedding day alteration #cutthedress . Dad reveal explained by Luke as he had a great private moment with their daughter Ivy before the ceremony. To vow or not to vow, the tricky business of personalised vows is discussed. The trail blazing fun city photoshoot Kate and Luke envisioned, planned and executed despite the rain. Including the tribulations of a huge wedding dress/train. All round positivity! DIY tips and truths are laid bare. Kate and Luke had great advised like: Balance to your wedding day is adding key to happiness. Whatever goes wrong you can choose to lean in many directions but really takes something epic to impact a day badly so don’t let anything get you down. You can follow Laura's daily stories on Instagram @ Wedding Photographers Cork, Laura and Benny Photography cover weddings throughout Munster and Leinster, Ireland: Laura and Benny Photography are Irish Wedding Photographers sharing all their knowledge of how weddings actually happen in Ireland. Laura is form Cork and Benny is from Dublin. Wedding Photographers Dublin: Laura can be now found on TikTok #wedding #ireland #podcast
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