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Wedding Pro Radio and PodcastEpisode 18 - Jessica Upton Guest Chatting All Things Room Blocks, Honeymoons, Room Flips, and more!In episode 18, we bring on our guest Jessica Upton with Uptown Events Planning & Design to talk through hotel room blocks for weddings as well as the best tips for planning your honeymoon.
In the third segment, Rich and Abbie dive into the ins and outs of a room flip at a wedding and share the timeline for wedding stationery. Rich shares his spotlight song of the week and top 10 disco dance songs!
If you have a question, email us (abbie@weddingproradio.com OR rich@weddingproradio) or DM us on social media!
...2022-06-161h 03Wedding Pro Radio and PodcastEpisode 17 - Wedding Planning Tips: What is Golden Hour + How to Prepare for a Consultation with a Florist + Top 10 80s Dance SongsIn episode 17, we recap a wedding that Rich and Abbie did together recently in Austin and talk about how we made it successful. We also dive into how to best prepare for a consultation with a florist and answer a question a listener had about what Golden Hour is and how to best plan for it.
Rich shares a new Daddy-Daughter song by Scott Thomas Laughridge called This Dance. It is definitely a great choice if you are looking for a song to dance to with your dad on your wedding day!
We finish the s...2022-05-1959 minWedding Pro Radio and PodcastEpisode 16 - Chelsie Timmins Guest and previous wedding client, how to get the most out of your planner, and wedding timeline variationsIn episode 16, we sit down with one of Abbie's past clients, Chelsie Timmins. She shares the inside scoop on how to be an amazing client. She shares how to deal with the emotions of wedding planning, creating a vision, and shares a unique perspective on kindness throughout the wedding planning process.
We also talk about how to get the most out of your planner, share some celebrity wedding news, and share a fun new game you can play at your wedding.
We finish the episode sharing different ideas on how to put the flow of yo...2022-02-0359 minWedding Pro Radio and PodcastEpisode 15 - Guest Matthew Reid - How to keep your wedding intimate, Tips when booking a DJ, Summer Wedding Planning TipsIn episode 15, we sit down and chat with Matthew Reid of Matthew Reid Films to discuss how to keep your wedding day intimate regardless of guest size. We address ways that you can make sure your day is intimate and special without compromising the guest count. Matthew also shares the tips he tells his clients to think about and use when booking a wedding videographer.
We finish the episode by sharing some awesome tips for when you book your DJ and what to look for in contracts and how to be best prepared if you are planning a...2021-06-3055 minWedding Pro Radio and PodcastEpisode 14 - Guest Marc McIntosh - Understanding How to Best Use The Knot and WeddingWire, Wedding Vendor Marketing, Wedding Planning Tips for 2nd WeddingIn Episode 14, guest Marc McIntosh joins us to chat all things wedding vendors and marketing to engaged couples. Marc has over 25 years of experience in the wedding industry and is the co-founder of Wedding Show Pros (weddingshowpros.com), an association of show producers, and Wedding Pro News (weddingpronews.com), an online resource that provides wedding professionals with the latest industry news.
In segments one and two, Marc dives into how The Knot and WeddingWire market to engaged couples and sheds insight to both engaged couples and wedding vendors on how all of the marketing works.
I...2021-06-0955 minWedding Pro Radio and PodcastEpisode 13 - The Evolution of the Wedding Industry, Managing Your Wedding Budget, Alcohol/Bar Tips, Top Country Dance SongsEpsiode 13 is jam packed with some great wedding tips. Segment one dives into all of the changes the wedding industry is seeing and facing. In segment two, we dive into how you can manage your wedding budget when multiple people are contributing to the budget, and Abbie shares all new greenery that is making it's way as a new trend in the wedding industry as we use less eucalyptus. Segment three addresses using explicit songs at your wedding, how to plan for enough alcohol at your wedding, and Rich shares the top Country Dance Songs.
If...2021-06-0755 minWedding Pro Radio and PodcastEpisode 12 - Guest Natasha Bracken, Destination Weddings, Repurposing Florals, Bouquet Toss SongsIn episode 12, Natasha Bracken joins us to chat all about her destination weddings, how they have changed since COVID, and the best tips and tricks when planning a destination wedding. In segment three, we dive into how you can repurpose florals after the ceremony, how to know when you need a second shooter, and we share our top bouquet toss songs!
If you have a question, email us (abbie@weddingproradio.com OR rich@weddingproradio) or DM us on social media!
Wedding Pro Radio airs on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays on the Phoenix Radio Ne...2021-06-0454 minWedding Pro Radio and PodcastEpisode 11 - Building The Perfect Wedding Timeline, Lighting Options, and Logistics of a TentIn Episode 11, Rich and Abbie break down how to build out the perfect wedding timeline in segment one.
In segment two, we discuss different lighting options and share the wedding dress trends for 2021.
In segment three, we chat through the logistics of getting a tent for your wedding day, and Rich and Abbie share their favorite first dance and father-daughter dance songs.
If you have a question, email us (abbie@weddingproradio.com OR rich@weddingproradio) or DM us on social media!
Wedding Pro Radio airs on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays on th...2021-05-1955 minWedding Pro Radio and PodcastEpisode 10 - Guest Kelsey Harrison with all things Photobooth and Wedding design, Rehearsal Dinner Planning, and 90's Dance SongsIn Episode 10, Kelsey Harrison of Oh Happy Day Booth and Pop and Drop join us to share all about photobooths, what to look for, and how she can add fun and unique design to your wedding through her sister company, Pop and Drop.
In segment three, Rich and Abbie break down how to plan for your rehearsal dinner and who to invite, how to kick off the dance floor strong, and share the best 90's dance songs!
If you have a question, email us (abbie@weddingproradio.com OR rich@weddingproradio) or DM us on social m...2021-05-0754 minWedding Pro Radio and PodcastEpisode 9 - Outdoor Ceremony Logistics, Maid of Honor Duties, How to Pick Your Songlist, and When to Book VendorsIn Episode 9, Rich and Abbie discuss all of the logistics you should think about if you are having an outdoor ceremony. You have to think about how you are going to have sound, if the officiant is going to have a mic, is there a rain plan, does the venue provide chairs, and so much more.
In segment 2, we share tips and tricks if you are a maid of honor and what role you play in the wedding as well as chat about trends and colors we will see in 2021 weddings.
We finish up the e...2021-04-3055 minWedding Pro Radio and PodcastEpisode 8 - Guest Paige Vaughn to chat Photography, How to Book a Room Block, and Getting Ready LocationsIn Episode 8, Paige Vaughn of Paige Vaughn Photo joins us in the first two segments to chat all about photography and what to look for and questions to ask when booking a wedding photographer.
In the third segment, we discuss how to book a room block and what questions to ask, and also discuss how to navigate where to get ready if you don't have enough time with your venue. Abbie and Rich finish with sharing their top 5 favorite recessional songs.
If you have a question, email us (abbie@weddingproradio.com OR rich@weddingproradio) or DM u...2021-04-2655 minWedding Pro Radio and PodcastEpisode 7 - Allocating Your Wedding Budget, Unique Send-off Ideas, and More!In episode 7, we work through how to create a budget and then how to delegate your budget to each vendor to help keep you on track on spending. Budgeting is one of the first things you need to do when you start wedding planning and in the first segment, we guide you through it!
In segment 2, we chat about the new wedding cake trends we are seeing, celebrity wedding news, and how to navigate the length of the special dances.
In segment 3, we share a DJ tip of the week, fun send-off ideas, and we s...2021-04-1655 minWedding Pro Radio and PodcastEpisode 6 - Guest Keith KoKoruz Joins Us, The Marquee Show, Floral Costs, and Top Motown SongsIn Episode 6, we bring our first guest, Keith KoKoruz out of Chicago! He runs his own photobooth company, floral company, and also is the founder of the Marquee Show, a DJ and photobooth conference for business owners. After Keith's guest appearance, we chat celebrity news, discuss how to understand floral options and what affects the pricing, and drop the top 10 Motown songs for weddings!
If you have a question, email us (abbie@weddingproradio.com OR rich@weddingproradio) or DM us on social media!
Wedding Pro Radio airs on Saturday and Sunday at 12:00 EST on...2021-02-2554 minWedding Pro Radio and PodcastEpisode 5 - Hiring Wedding Professionals for your Wedding Day, First Touch Options, Drone Video Trend, and Catering BudgetingIn episode 5, we dive straight into the benefit of hiring a wedding professional for your wedding versus hiring a general professional. Think a wedding photographer versus a professional photographer who hasn't done a wedding before, OR, a caterer vs. a wedding caterer. There is a difference and it's important to know what they are. If you chose to not hire a wedding professional, we also share how to be proactive and what questions to ask to make sure things don't get missed.
We also share options if you don't want to do a first look and chat a...2021-02-0654 minWedding Pro Radio and PodcastEpisode 4 - Picking Your Wedding Venue, Rain Plans, Vendor Pricing, and Top Dance SongsIn episode 4, we share all of our tips for what questions to ask and things to look for when touring your venues for your wedding day. Abbie shares celebrity weddings we need to keep an eye out for in 2021 and Rich shares the top 10 dance songs for weddings. We answer questions about making a rain plan and why vendor pricing is all over the place when you are inquiring. This episode is a great episode to listen to if you are just starting the wedding planning process.
If you have a question, email us (abbie@weddingproradio.com OR...2021-01-3055 minWedding Pro Radio and PodcastEpisode 3: Creating your wedding vibe, The importance of a hair and make up timeline, and Welcome bag wedding trendsIn episode 3, we dive into how to begin creating the wedding vibe that you want. We talk about how to create a mood board, how to pick entertainment, and how to create certain "feels" with your big day. We also share the importance of a hair and makeup timeline to keep the day on time and talk about the wedding swag bag new trend!
Each week we also feature a Top 10 Song list (this week are cake cutting songs) and celebrity wedding news.
Wedding Pro Radio airs on Saturday and Sunday at Noon on Big Ta...2021-01-1654 minWedding Pro Radio and PodcastEpisode 2: Where to start the wedding planning process, Creating a guest list, and Picking a first dance songIn episode 2, we dive into all the ins and outs once you begin your wedding planning process. We start with suggestions on where to start the wedding planning process, what to look for, and how to set yourself up for success. We also dive into the logistical flow for the reception and share how to pick your first dance song.
Each week we also feature a Top 10 Song list and celebrity wedding news. If you have a question, email us (abbie@weddingproradio.com OR rich@weddingproradio) or DM us on social media!
Wedding Pro Radio ai...2021-01-0955 minWedding Pro Radio and PodcastEpisode 1: COVID-19 Effect on the Wedding Industry, Band vs. DJ, and Guest Lists TipsIn episode 1, we dive right into the impact that COVID-19 has had on the wedding industry and how we are navigating it as wedding industry professionals. We also share our thoughts on whether to hire a DJ or a band, and we also share tips and tricks for creating your guest list.
Each week we also feature a Top 5 Song list and celebrity wedding news.
Wedding Pro Radio airs on Saturday at Noon in the Delmarva area.
Hosted by:
Abbie Hillis with ACH Events & Rich Leggitt with Black Tie Events.
2020-12-2956 min