If it’s your dream to have your wedding published, this is the episode for you! Meghan Ely, owner of OFD Consulting, is here to lead us through the fascinating world of wedding submissions. As a specialist in working with wedding vendors, she shares her insights on how couples can get their weddings featured in publications. Follow Meghan on Instagram! @ofdconsulting Have a wedding question? Leave a message at speakpipe.com/bridechillapodcast and your question may be featured in an upcoming Q&A! Visit thebridechilla.com for all the latest news! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this Q&A, Leah and Aleisha answer listener questions from the archive! Today’s answers center around communication, finding ways to ease tension for those not invited to a wedding, and how to handle bridal party plus-ones to a destination wedding. Have a wedding question? Leave a message at speakpipe.com/bridechillapodcast and your question may be featured in an upcoming Q&A! Visit thebridechilla.com for all the latest news! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're thrilled to welcome renowned bridal designer Hayley Paige, known for her jaw-dropping wedding gowns and her appearances on Say Yes to the Dress. Hayley shares insights into creating the perfect bridal look and how to make the dress shopping experience one to cherish. We also dive into her ventures: the empowering A Girl You Might Know Foundation and innovative shoe collection, She is Cheval. Join us as Hayley offers expert tips for brides-to-be and anyone seeking to elevate their personal style! Find Hayley on Instagram! @allthatglittersonthegram Have a wedding question? Leave a message at speakpipe.com/bridechillapodcast and your question may be featured in an upcoming Q&A! Visit thebridechilla.com for all the latest news! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Looking for advice on how to handle straining relationships with your friends and family due to your wedding? Leah Weinberg, co-founder of Oduberg Law, LLP and author of The Wedding Rollercoaster, shares her insights on facilitating communication and maintaining those relationships throughout the planning process and beyond. Follow Leah on Instagram! @theleahweinberg and @oduberglaw Have a wedding question? Leave a message at speakpipe.com/bridechillapodcast and your question may be featured in an upcoming Q&A! Visit thebridechilla.com for all the latest news! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bridechilla is back! Catch up with Aleisha and get to know Leah Haslage, our new host, in this candid interview. Aleisha and Leah also discuss the significant changes in the industry over the last several years. Have a wedding question? Leave a message at speakpipe.com/bridechillapodcast and your question may be featured in an upcoming Q&A! Visit thebridechilla.com for all the latest news! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Evergreen Podcasts, the network that brought you Weddings Unveiled with Leah Haslage, is pleased to introduce Countdown to Dallas.  On the sixtieth anniversary of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, former White House correspondent Paul Brandus takes an in-depth look at the seemingly unconnected events that led to that infamous afternoon in Dallas, Texas. He explores the troubled and broken life of Kennedy’s killer, Lee Harvey Oswald, and challenges six decades worth of conspiracy theories—none of which have been proven.  Enjoy this trailer and subscribe to hear the first episode of Countdown to Dallas today in your favorite listening app or at EvergreenPodcasts.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dealing with contracts is hands down the least glamorous, but the most important part of wedding planning. On this episode Attorney and business owner Kunbi Odubogun breaks down what you definitely need to make sure is in the documents before you sign your name. She’ll also explain what some of the common legal jargon actually means, and why you should make reading your contracts a priority.  Follow Kunbi on Twitter, Clubhouse, Instagram, and her podcast Launch That Ish Get to know Kunbi: Kunbi Odubogun is a Business Attorney and Advisor based in New York. As founder of leading events publication Perfete, Kunbi is personally versed in the needs of creatives and online entrepreneurs and has dedicated her practice to helping these creators be Legally Set and protected for business. She is the Creator of Legally Set, an online template shop offering legally sound contract templates for entrepreneurs, event pros and creative business owners.  Shop ready-made contract templates: legallyset.com Book Legal Services: www.kunbio.com This has been a production of Evergreen Podcasts. A special thank you to Executive Producers David Moss, Gerardo Orlando, Production Director Brigid Coyne and Audio Engineer Eric Koltnow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Harpist Courtney Kania Young shares with us her personal and professional experience performing for weddings and events since the age of six, and gives her advice on what to do and look for when selecting live musicians. Courtney also tells us how her passion for the harp has led her to have opportunities to create and perform scores for shows like The Bachelor, full-length films, and commercials.  Follow Courtney on Instagram and YouTube! This has been a production of Evergreen Podcasts. A special thank you to Executive Producers David Moss, Gerardo Orlando, Production Director Brigid Coyne and Audio Engineer Eric Koltnow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Real Bride and Host of Call to Marriage podcast, Callie Meredith, shares her story of being a military spouse planning her wedding during the pandemic, and why having a military clause in their contract saved them. Callie’s story is a great example that things will go wrong on your wedding day, but it’s important to go with the flow because it will still turn out to be beautiful. Check out Call to Marriage on Apple Podcasts, Instagram and TikTok! Get to Know Callie: Callie Meredith is a new army spouse with a passion for helping others. Becoming a new spouse was scary and overwhelming, and she quickly realized that of all the resources out there for spouses, there wasn't much out there for spouses just starting out. So she decided to create her own. The Call to Marriage podcast is designed to be an easily accessible resource where spouses can find both positive and informative information on this roller coaster of a life. Outside of the podcast, Callie is an operations analyst with a love for data. In her free time, she and her husband like to take their two goldendoodles (Goose and Icy - big Top Gun fans) on adventures, host game nights, and make s'mores. This has been a production of Evergreen Podcasts. A special thank you to Executive Producers David Moss, Gerardo Orlando, Production Director Brigid Coyne and Audio Engineer Eric Koltnow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Megan Gillikin, Owner and Industry Consultant at A Southern Soiree and The Planner’s Vault, as well as host of Weddings For Real Podcast, shares with us her top 5 tips on what wedding vendors think you should know.  Want to skip ahead to a tip? Here ya go! Tip #1: Something Is Going to Go Wrong (02:18) Tip #2: A Wedding Planner Is NOT a Luxury Item (07:30) Tip #3: You Will NOT Be Able to Make Everyone Happy (18:58) Tip #4: Trust Your Vendors (24:35) Tip #5: Remember It’s About the Marriage (29:29) Bonus Tip!: Vendors Are Human (30:26) Get to Know Megan... Megan Gillikin is a veteran wedding planner, podcast host and international speaker dedicated to making life easier for her fellow wedding pros. Her love for mentoring blossomed from her tumultuous entrepreneurship journey: In 2010 Megan purchased her planning business, A Southern Soiree, and revived the struggling brand into one of North Carolina’s most sought-after firms serving a luxury clientele. Between her own experiences and hearing others’ stories first-hand as the host of the Weddings For Real podcast, Megan now offers new wedding planners an easier way to grow their businesses through her education and community membership, The Planner’s Vault. She has captivated audiences with her warm, personable style as a speaker at events like Wedding MBA, Catersource, WIPA, NACE and others. You can find Megan online at theplannersvault.com, weddingsforreal.com and asouthernsoiree.com.  Web Links theplannersvault.com The Planner's Vault | Wedding Planner Resources, Courses, & Education (theplannersvault.com) weddingsforreal.com Weddings for Real Podcast | Wedding Pro Education, Tips, and Stories asouthersoiree.com Raleigh NC Wedding Planners and Corporate Event Planning | A Southern Soiree Instagram Handles @plannersvault  Education for Wedding Planners (@plannersvault) @weddingsforreal  Weddings for Real Podcast (@weddingsforreal) @asouthernsoiree   NC Wedding Planners (@asouthernsoiree) This has been a production of Evergreen Podcasts. A special thank you to Executive Producers David Moss, Gerardo Orlando, Production Director Brigid Coyne and Audio Engineer Eric Koltnow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

CLE Music Group DJ Eric Smith, a.k.a The Bearded DJ, shares his advice on how to select your DJ or band for your wedding. He also gives us his take on how soon you should book, what songs you should consider, and extras you could include in your package.  Follow The Bearded DJ on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram! Follow CLE Music Group on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, Pinterest! Get to know Eric: Eric Smith has always loved sharing music with people and had a knack for creating the perfect mix tapes and playlists for every person or occasion in his life. DJing was a natural progression of this passion. Eric trained directly with CMG’s owner, DJ Scott E. Jones, learning the ins and outs of creating a flawless event that guests will never forget. Eric realizes that, as no two events will ever be the same, being organized and able to adjust to changes efficiently will insure your night goes off without a hitch. His extensive library of digital music spans all genres and his knowledge allows him to quickly choose the right songs for every crowd. This love of music, expert training and vast experience has made the Bearded DJ one of Cleveland’s premier wedding DJs. This has been a production of Evergreen Podcasts. A special thank you to Executive Producers David Moss, Gerardo Orlando, Production Director Brigid Coyne and Audio Engineer Eric Koltnow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wedding planner and YouTuber Jamie Wolfer discusses what you should spend your time and money on when it comes to DIY-ing for your big day. Centerpieces? Ceremony arch? Favors? We cover it all!  Jamie also shows you how to make a lot of great designs on her highly successful- and super helpful!- YouTube channel. Follow Jamie on YouTube and Instagram! Get to know Jamie: Broke bride turned wedding planner turned YouTuber, Jamie Wolfer is a wedding planning junkie who enjoys long walks through Pinterest boards with a healthy dose of budget reality. She shares weekly advice and tips on wedding advice on her channel, helping thousands of couples worldwide feel equipped to plan their wedding day masterfully. In her spare time, she watches far too much Harry Potter, stares at her too-many houseplants, and is probably ordering more chickens when you turn your back. Oh, and she has a pretty rad husband and some funny, cute kids to boot. This has been a production of Evergreen Podcasts. A special thank you to Executive Producers David Moss, Gerardo Orlando, Production Director Brigid Coyne and Audio Engineer Eric Koltnow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Garment Engineer Sara Rothan has constructed dresses for brides and celebrities over the past 15 years, and is sharing her alterations secrets! We discuss what you should look for when searching for a good tailor, the variety of ways you can customize your gown, and why fit is so important. Sara also shares what it was like working for legendary designer Carolina Herrera, and with Laura Dern on her feathery Oscar de la Renta Oscar gown this year!  Follow Sara Rothan on Instagram!  This has been a production of Evergreen Podcasts. A special thank you to Executive Producers David Moss, Gerardo Orlando, Production Director Brigid Coyne and Audio Engineer Eric Koltnow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Real Bride and host of the podcast Please Don’t Kick Me Out, Bianca Wulwick, shares how she made her dream of having a Las Vegas elopement come true- Elvis impersonator and all! She gives her advice for planning a destination wedding or elopement, why you should really consider who you invite, and how Drew Barrymore made her cry on national television (watch it HERE!). Bianca’s podcast Please Don’t Kick Me Out is all about imposter syndrome. Host Leah Longbrake was recently a guest on her show discussing her perspective on the subject, and shares some of her personal experiences. Listen here: https://pleasedontkickmeout.com/please-dont-kick-me-out-episode-70-featuring-content-creator-leah-longbrake/ Follow Please Don’t Kick Me Out on your favorite podcast app, and on Facebook and Instagram! Get to Know Bianca: Bianca is a former digital marketer turned podcaster, who took the pandemic as a great gift instead of negative. I have always been a unique person, and have felt that I needed to change bits of myself to fit in. I currently reside in San Diego, California with my husband, and Cavalier King Charles named Bourdain. When I am not podcasting, I am obsessed with trash TV, my Peloton, Disney, and Drag Queens. I am passionate about pop culture, equality for all humans, and being a military spouse. This has been a production of Evergreen Podcasts. A special thank you to Executive Producers David Moss, Gerardo Orlando, Production Director Brigid Coyne and Audio Engineer Eric Koltnow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Barbara Stitzer, the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Northeast Ohio Weddings Magazine, shares with us her personal wedding journey and how the discrimination she faced with her interfaith marriage led her to create the magazine.  Follow Northeast Ohio Magazine on Instagram and Facebook! Get to Know Barbara:  A night owl who never sleeps, Barb Stitzer does many things. She’s a photographer, the owner of Northeast Ohio Weddings Magazine, as a former SAG actor, she is a champion of young women and helps them understand the modeling and acting process, and she owns Watercolor Woodwork’s, a resin and wood charcuterie board company. But the most important things in her life are her husband Buzz, and her two daughters, Zoe and Tenley. This has been a production of Evergreen Podcasts. A special thank you to Executive Producers David Moss, Gerardo Orlando, Production Director Brigid Coyne and Audio Engineer Eric Koltnow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brittny Drye, the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Love Inc., shares with us why it was important for her to create a truly inclusive publication, and how her Love Lists help same sex couples find equality-minded vendors. “...even though we do have marriage equality, there's still a lot of work that needs to be done in the wedding space. Specifically, a lot of wedding pros still discriminate unfortunately. A lot of wedding pros still need education on marketing to LGBTQ+ couples. So, there's definitely still a need for that inclusive angle and that inclusive lens on the wedding content. So I'm still fighting the good fight.” - Brittny Drye Follow Love Inc. on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest! Email: [email protected] Purchase the magazine here: Love Inc. Get to Know Brittny: Brittny Drye is the Founder and Editor-in-chief of Love Inc., the leading equality-minded wedding blog and print publication. Her inclusive efforts have been celebrated by the New York Times, The Advocate, OUT Magazine, Refinery29, NY Daily News, Cosmopolitan, and more. She is a founding member of the Aisle Society, a member of the 2019-20 North American Advisory Board for the International Academy of Wedding & Events, and a 2020 WeddingPro Educator. This has been a production of Evergreen Podcasts. A special thank you to Executive Producers David Moss, Gerardo Orlando, Production Director Brigid Coyne and Audio Engineer Eric Koltnow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Love a good wedding movie or television episode?! Christina Jeurling Birro, host of the podcast Pop Culture Confidential, shares behind the scene stories of the making of some of her favorite wedding movies and television shows of all-time! Movies: The Deer Hunter 01:56 The Godfather 05:13 Goodfellas 6:44; 8:39 My Big Fat Greek Wedding 08:02 Steel Magnolias 09:25 Runaway Bride 14:23 When Harry Met Sally 16:05 Crazy Rich Asians 19:28 TV: The Crown 21:58 The Office 25:31 Parks and Rec 26:53 Schitt’s Creek 27:49 Follow Pop Culture Confidential on Twitter, Instagram and your favorite podcast app! Get to Know Christina: Journalist Christina Jeurling Birro interviews the most innovative and influential people working in television, film, entertainment and pop culture. Pop Culture Confidential is an international interview podcast with industry professionals from film, TV, journalism, media and more. Guests on Pop Culture Confidential include: Lin-Manuel Miranda, Brian Cox, Pamela Adlon, Cynthia Nixon Gloria Steinem, Alicia Vikander, John Turturro, Paul Raci, Jeremy Strong, Arian Moayed former Obama speechwriter David Litt, Brian Tyree Henry, Padma Lakshmi, Kaitlyn Dever, Anthony Ramos, Emily Blunt, David Sedaris, Susan Sarandon, Sterling K Brown, Netflix Ted Sarandos, Henry Winkler, director Damien Chazelle, director Paul Feig, Kate Mulgrew and Uzo Aduba, Jean Smart, Mark Ruffalo, director Tom McCarthy Spotlight, Carol screenwriter Phyllis Nagy, cinematographer Hoyte van Hoytema, sitcom producer Chuck Lorre, screenwriter Steven Knight, director Kirsten Johnson, legendary casting director Ellen Lewis (Goodfellas, Forrest Gump), Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Carrie Coon, Academy Award winning set decorator Star Wars/Alien Roger Christian, Daily Show correspondent Aasif Mandvi, writer/producer Allison Silverman (The Colbert Report, Kimmy Schmidt), Joe Toplyn a head writer on The Late Show with David Letterman and many more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Angela Bartunek, owner of Aster + Olive Photography, shares her advice on what to look for when choosing your photographer. We discuss what is involved in the budget, red flags to look out for, current trends, and why communication is so important. From the first look to the first dance- we have you covered! Follow Angela Bartunek and Aster + Olive on Facebook, Instagram and Pinterest!  Get to know Angela… Hello my name is Angela and I’m the founder behind Aster + Olive Photography. Jen, my lead associate photographer and I have been proudly shooting weddings and portraits for almost 10 years. I’m blown away by how amazing this journey has been for us. It all started with taking a photography class in high school. Developing film and seeing my images come to life was complete magic. Photography was definitely my first love. At the same time I was also drawn to the world of fashion. It was a tough decision to make but ultimately I ended up pursuing a degree in fashion design and graduated with a BFA from FIT in NYC. After many years of career changes and life events, I switched gears, returned to my first love and started up A+O. The path that lead me here has helped me tremendously. I’m so grateful for it all. I met Jen shortly after I started shooting weddings. I knew the moment we met we had the same vision. Our esthetics and approach to photography are seamless. We both believe the connections and friendships we make with our clients is just as important as the photographs themselves. We’re both storytellers. We know the importance and value the photos have. It bends time and lives on for generations. It’s an honor we hold dearly to our hearts. This has been a production of Evergreen Podcasts. A special thank you to Executive Producers David Moss, Gerardo Orlando, Production Director Brigid Coyne and Audio Engineer Eric Koltnow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Julie Albaugh, the founder of Wedding Market News and Julie’s Photography, shares her tips on live streaming your wedding, and why you should consider incorporating it into your big day. We discuss doing it yourself vs. hiring a pro, the estimated cost involved, and how you can let your family and friends know where to watch it.  Follow Julie and Wedding Market News on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest and YouTube!  Get to know Julie: Julie Albaugh is editor of WeddingMarketNews.com. Wedding Market was selected as #3 of the top 10 Social Media influencers in the Wedding Industry by Wed Biz Media. She speaks on a variety of topics on technology, social media and marketing. Live Streaming weddings is one of her passions that she does with her parent company Julie's Videography in and outside the U.S. This has been a production of Evergreen Podcasts. A special thank you to Executive Producers David Moss, Gerardo Orlando, Production Director Brigid Coyne and Audio Engineer Eric Koltnow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wedding planner and YouTuber Jamie Wolfer shares with us how you can save money (and your sanity!) by not purchasing things guests don’t really give a flying flamingo about. (Hint: almost no one cares if you have a program or not). Jamie also discusses her personal wedding experience, and what inspired her to start her highly successful- and super helpful!- YouTube channel. Follow Jamie on YouTube and Instagram!  Get to know Jamie: Broke bride turned wedding planner turned YouTuber, Jamie Wolfer is a wedding planning junkie who enjoys long walks through Pinterest boards with a healthy dose of budget reality. She shares weekly advice and tips on wedding advice on her channel, helping thousands of couples worldwide feel equipped to plan their wedding day masterfully. In her spare time, she watches far too much Harry Potter, stares at her too-many houseplants, and is probably ordering more chickens when you turn your back. Oh, and she has a pretty rad husband and some funny, cute kids to boot. This has been a production of Evergreen Podcasts. A special thank you to Executive Producers David Moss, Gerardo Orlando, Production Director Brigid Coyne and Audio Engineer Eric Koltnow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Annie McGinty, founder of Ivory and Ash Bridal Styling Studio, discusses why her mobile bridal styling studio is perfect for dress shopping during pandemic, or if you’d rather just have an intimate session at home. We also discuss her support for indie designers, and why she finds it so important to collaborate with local vendors. Follow Ivory and Ash on Facebook, Instagram and Pinterest! Get to know Annie: Hi, I’m Annie, the founder of Ivory & Ash Bridal Styling Studio. Together with my husband, Jason, we launched Ohio’s first and only traveling bridal styling studio with hopes of creating an intimate, stress free and exciting way for brides and their closest friends and family to enjoy the special occasion. Shopping for a bridal gown is one of the most significant experiences in a woman’s life. Ivory & Ash brings the bridal gown shopping experience to the comforts of home. We believe that there’s a perfect dress for every bride-to-be, and we exist to make sure that you find yours. We carry a carefully curated collection of Indie Designer wedding dresses & accessories that are as unique as you and your love story. Let's find the perfect dress for your special day – in your most special place with your most important crew! This has been a production of Evergreen Podcasts. A special thank you to Executive Producers David Moss, Gerardo Orlando, Production Director Brigid Coyne and Audio Engineer Eric Koltnow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jessica Bishop, Founder of The Budget Savvy Bride, shares with us her top tips for saving money when planning your wedding. We also discuss the many free resources and printables available on The Budget Savvy Bride website, and her new podcast- The Bouquet Toss!  Follow The Budget Savvy Bride on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Twitter, YouTube and Bloglovin! Get to know Jessica: Jessica Bishop is the founder of TheBudgetSavvyBride.com, the #1 online resource to help couples all across the world plan a beautiful wedding on a budget they can actually afford. Jessica is known as a Budget Wedding Expert and has shared her money-saving tips and tricks with outlets such as Good Morning America, BRIDES, Glamour, Cosmopolitan, Huffington Post, Refinery 29, and more. She’s also appeared as David Tutera’s featured expert at Your Wedding Experience bridal shows. Jessica’s book, The Budget-Savvy Wedding Planner & Organizer, is a best-seller with over 130,000 copies sold. This has been a production of Evergreen Podcasts. A special thank you to Executive Producers David Moss, Gerardo Orlando, Production Director Brigid Coyne and Audio Engineer Eric Koltnow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nom nom nom! It’s time to start thinking about your reception menu, but where do you start? Tricia Coyne, owner of Coyne Catering, shares her sage advice on all the details you need to consider! We discuss budgets, DIY Venues vs. Full Service (like hotel ballrooms), and trends for 2021/2022. She also tells us how Covid protocols have impacted the industry, and why she likes some of the changes. Oh, and her dogs make a special appearance on the show! Get to know Tricia and Coyne Catering: Coyne Catering was started in 1984 by my brave, ferocious mom, Kathleen Coyne. She had been a banquet manager for 15 years, and had a special knack for dealing with couples, creating gorgeous receptions and managing chaos. She took a leap of faith, and Coyne Catering was founded! My father, Thomas and my brother John & I joined her team! We keep my parents legacy going to this day. Coyne Catering is still family owned & operated, and all of our staff is related to someone! We are known for our personalized service, award winning food and affordable pricing. We still manage chaos effectively too! The most important lesson I learned from my mom was to listen to our couples. I pride myself and my fabulous staff on accommodating our guests needs, anticipating their wants, and providing stress free receptions, through all stages of the planning process! Follow Coyne Catering on Instagram, Tik Tok, Twitter and Facebook! This has been a production of Evergreen Podcasts. A special thank you to Executive Producers David Moss, Gerardo Orlando, Production Director Brigid Coyne and Audio Engineer Eric Koltnow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Real Bride and Radio Personality LeeAnn Sommers discusses her journey twice down the aisle, what she learned from each experience, and the importance of authenticity. LeeAnn tells us why church played a big role in her relationship with her now husband Bob, how he proposed, and what role her son played in her second wedding. She also shares the personal details of finding each wedding dress, and why she felt compelled to donate one of them to a young bride.  Get to Know LeeAnn: LeeAnn Sommers is a radio personality on 99.5 WGAR in Cleveland, Ohio. If you're a Clevelander, chances are you've listened to LeeAnn on one of these radio stations over the years: Jammin 92, Z107.9, 96.5 KISS-FM, Mix 106.5, WMMS and Q104. LeeAnn has worked in Cleveland television at Fox 8 and WEWS 5 as an entertainment reporter. LeeAnn is also a voiceover talent. She's been the voice of the Ohio Lottery, Ashley Furniture, the American Heart Association and numerous radio and tv stations across the country in cities like Denver, Nashville, Seattle and Rochester.  LeeAnn lives on the eastside of Cleveland with her husband and kids. They recently expanded their family as they completed the international adoption of their daughter from Bogota, Colombia.  She is an avid traveler, adoption supporter, and Cleveland fan. Listen to her online at wgar.com! Follow LeeAnn Sommers on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter! This has been a production of Evergreen Podcasts. A special thank you to Executive Producers David Moss, Gerardo Orlando, Production Director Brigid Coyne and Audio Engineer Eric Koltnow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Real Bride Stefanie Paganini shares her journey from an unexpected proposal to an oceanside destination wedding. An acclaimed chef, she also gives her culinary expertise for couples planning their menus. Get to know Stefanie: Stefanie joined the family business after attending the Pastry Arts Diploma Program at ICASI, the International Culinary Arts and Sciences Institute where she did her externship in the test kitchen of Family Circle Magazine in New York City. She has held many titles at LPSC, Inc. including Marketing Director and Chief Legal Counsel. She is currently the Executive Director of The International Culinary Arts & Sciences Institute. Stefanie teaches a number of classes in the recreational program at the school as well. Stefanie also does free-lance work as a food stylist including for Dr. Agatston creator of the South Beach Diet, Athens Foods, Ohio Magazine, Driscoll Berries, VitaMix Blenders, and the Fabulous Food Show 2007 through 2015, and for the Food Network Stars including Guy Fieri, Martha Stewart, Paula Dean, Duff, Bobby Flay, Sandra Lee, Giada De Laurentiis, Martie Duncan, Ann Thorton and TLC’s Curtis Stone. She has done stage cooking demonstrations with Top Chef’s Leeann Wong, James Beard Award Winner Andrew Carmelini, and PBS cooking host Giuliano Bugialli. Stefanie was a contestant on the Food Network’s second season of Sweet Genius. She had a monthly cooking show on Time Warner Cable’s NEON channel entitled Dinner and Drinks. She has appeared on local television programs including, Studio 3, Channel 3 Noon News, and Fox 8 News in the Morning, and Live on Lakeside. Stefanie is a regular guest host on local television programs as well including Good Company, Live on Lakeside, Fox 8 News in the Morning, and WVIZ/PBS Cooks. She has been featured in articles in both the Plain Dealer and the News Herald. She was a weekly guest on WDOK’s Trapper Jack in the Morning, and was often a guest co-host. Most recently, she has hosted a radio program on WCPN Ideastream called “Zest for Life”. Follow Stefanie on Facebook, and the Loretta Paganini School of Cooking on Facebook as well! This has been a production of Evergreen Podcasts. A special thank you to Executive Producers David Moss, Gerardo Orlando, Production Director Brigid Coyne and Audio Engineer Eric Koltnow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Engagement, Bridal Shower, Bachelor/Bachelorette...there is A LOT of celebrating to do before your wedding day! Jeffra Trumpower, Senior Creative Director at WeddingWire, shares her advice on how to plan and enjoy all of the parties leading up to your big day.  Get to know Jeffra: As part of her role at WeddingWire, Jeffra leverages her keen eye for detail and visual aesthetic to constantly identify new wedding trends for engaged couples in the U.S -- from floral arrangements and bridal dress silhouettes to creative food options and new venue styles that deviate from traditional norms. After a decade in the wedding industry, Jeffra is an invaluable resource for couples and vendors, providing perspective on the latest trends and unique ways couples can personalize their special days. Jeffra oversees the video production and creative teams, driving success for the company through content and visual marketing efforts. She loves reviewing WeddingWire ‘real weddings’ content to see how engaged couples are taking a cue from the year’s trends and adding personal touches to make the day their own. Jeffra holds a degree in communication and studio art from the American University. She was recently interviewed on the TODAY Show, The Weather Channel, and Great Day Washington, and she has spoken at several large industry events including Create + Cultivate, The Special Event Conference, and WeddingWire World. Follow WeddingWire on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and Instagram! This has been a production of Evergreen Podcasts. A special thank you to Executive Producers David Moss, Gerardo Orlando, Production Director Brigid Coyne and Audio Engineer Eric Koltnow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hollywood Stylist and Host of the new podcast The Katz Walk, Joseph “Joe” Katz, explains what all of the different dress codes we come across really mean, and what we should and shouldn’t wear to a wedding. He also fills us in on the fashion trends for 2021, and how we can get the look for less! Get to know Joe: Fun, engaging and the creator of celebrity looks for the general public, Host Joe Katz is best known for his Oscar Red Carpet appearances. With many years of experience in the fashion industry, Katz is the stylist and personal shopper at the luxurious, five star Montage Beverly Hills Hotel. His fashion media contributions include Good Morning America, The Doctors, Yahoo, The Wall Street Journal, CNN, Associated Press, CBS 2, NBC LA as well as Life & Style, Real Simple and Ok Magazines. Katz previously owned a model and talent agency specializing in the development of top models worldwide. He worked styling and placing models with such agencies as Ford, New York Models, Elite, IMG and Wilhelmina. Follow Joe Katz on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook! This has been a production of Evergreen Podcasts. A special thank you to Executive Producers David Moss, Gerardo Orlando, Production Director Brigid Coyne and Audio Engineers Eric Koltnow and Declan Rohrs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Even though there really aren’t too many “rules” in weddings anymore, there are still proper ways to handle some sticky situations. Jeffra Trumpower, Senior Creative Director at WeddingWire shares her advice on how to best deal with dilemmas that may arise with family, friends, co-workers and vendors.  Get to know Jeffra: As part of her role at WeddingWire, Jeffra leverages her keen eye for detail and visual aesthetic to constantly identify new wedding trends for engaged couples in the U.S -- from floral arrangements and bridal dress silhouettes to creative food options and new venue styles that deviate from traditional norms. After a decade in the wedding industry, Jeffra is an invaluable resource for couples and vendors, providing perspective on the latest trends and unique ways couples can personalize their special days. Jeffra oversees the video production and creative teams, driving success for the company through content and visual marketing efforts. She loves reviewing WeddingWire ‘real weddings’ content to see how engaged couples are taking a cue from the year’s trends and adding personal touches to make the day their own.  Jeffra holds a degree in communication and studio art from the American University. She was recently interviewed on the TODAY Show, The Weather Channel, and Great Day Washington, and she has spoken at several large industry events including Create + Cultivate, The Special Event Conference, and WeddingWire World.  Follow WeddingWire on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and Instagram! This has been a production of Evergreen Podcasts. A special thank you to Executive Producers David Moss, Gerardo Orlando, Production Director Brigid Coyne and Audio Engineer Eric Koltnow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From the Save the Dates to the Thank You cards, Esther Lee, Senior Editor at The Knot, breaks down how to choose your invitation style, when you should send them out to your guests, and what you definitely should and should not include. We also discuss the brand new Invitations and Stationary collection from The Knot!  Get to know Esther:  Esther Lee is the Senior Editor of The Knot, covering and editing all-things-related to weddings and love at the leading brand in the U.S. She has successfully overseen multiple content initiatives at The Knot, including prolific team coverage of the 2018 Royal Wedding and a content partnership with Warner Brothers for the world premiere of Crazy Rich Asians. Most notably, she has served as the force behind the accelerated growth of News content at The Knot since 2016.  She is a voracious reader with an inherent gift for storytelling and an unquenchable thirst for answers. Esther currently resides in New York City and surprise: on occasion, she doesn't mind if you flip the switch and ask her questions instead.  Follow The Knot on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and Instagram! This has been a production of Evergreen Podcasts. A special thank you to Executive Producers David Moss, Gerardo Orlando, Production Director Brigid Coyne and Audio Engineer Eric Koltnow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rebecca Somnitz, owner of Something White Bridal, is back to give us the details on what she saw from the designers collections at this year's (virtual) Bridal Market. Bridal Market is the Fashion Week for Weddings, and happens twice a year (in the Spring and Fall). Tune in to get the scoop on what we can look forward to seeing in the stores in 2021!  Get to know Rebecca: Rebecca has a love for classic, elegant and unique wedding gowns that use quality fabrics and interesting cuts. After having a hard time finding those qualities for her own wedding gown, she decided to open a bridal shop to help others find that classic dress. Something White opened in June of 2010 and the shop quickly became one of the best bridal shops in Cleveland, OH and beyond. Brides Magazine solidified what customers and designers were saying by naming Something White one of the best bridal shops in the United States- an honor they strive to uphold with every appointment. At Something White they believe in creating an environment and an appointment that is relaxed and productive while having fun! Follow Something White Bridal on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest and The Knot! This has been a production of Evergreen Podcasts. A special thank you to Executive Producers David Moss, Gerardo Orlando, Production Director Brigid Coyne and Audio Engineers Eric Koltnow and Declan Rohrs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hollywood fashion expert, VIP personal shopper, and host of the new podcast The Katz Walk, Joseph "Joe" Katz, shares his expertise on groom and groomsmen style. From the bowtie to the boots, Joe gives his honest advice and (money saving!) tips to look your best! Get to know Joe:  Fun, engaging and the creator of celebrity looks for the general public, Host Joe Katz is best known for his Oscar Red Carpet appearances. With many years of experience in the fashion industry, Katz is the stylist and personal shopper at the luxurious, five star Montage Beverly Hills Hotel.  His fashion media contributions include Good Morning America, The Doctors, Yahoo, The Wall Street Journal, CNN, Associated Press, CBS 2, NBC LA as well as Life & Style, Real Simple and Ok Magazines. Katz previously owned a model and talent agency specializing in the development of top models worldwide. He worked styling and placing models with such agencies as Ford, New York Models, Elite, IMG and Wilhelmina. Follow Joe Katz on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook! This has been a production of Evergreen Podcasts. A special thank you to Executive Producers David Moss, Gerardo Orlando, Production Director Brigid Coyne and Audio Engineers Eric Koltnow and Declan Rohrs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Real Bride Nicole Fill shares her experience being in multiple weddings (including as my Matron of Honor!). We cover a lot of topics: planning her wedding, being a bridesmaid, making a destination wedding a family vacation, giving a toast, having her children in a bridal party, and how she handled being a part of more than one wedding in less than a year.  Get to know Nicole: Nicole is a born and raised Clevelander. She met her husband when they both worked at Target in 2000. They dated long distance through college and got married in 2007. She's had the honor of being in 7 weddings – flower girl once, bridesmaid 4 times, maid of honor once and matron of honor once. She's also done readings in a few weddings, including a really fun Harry Potter themed one at a friend's wedding in October 2020. Another fun way she's had a chance to be involved with weddings is by baking! Nicole runs a home bakery business making cakeballs and cakepops, called Cakelet Candies. She's made cakeball platters and cakepop displays for several weddings and bridal showers over the last several years, always having so much fun designing unique desserts for the bride and groom's special day. Follow Nicole on Facebook! This has been a production of Evergreen Podcasts. A special thank you to Executive Producers David Moss, Gerardo Orlando, Production Director Brigid Coyne and Audio Engineers Eric Koltnow, Sean Rule-Hoffman and Declan Rohrs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stylist Taylor Roby shares her honest tips and tricks for having your best hair on your big day! We’re talking trends, like a chignon, to all the different factors you should consider your hair will go through (hello, sweat!). And having dirty hair for your stylist the morning of the wedding? Taylor definitely debunks this myth!  Get to know Taylor: Taylor Roby manages the Salon at Bratenahl, a small boutique salon located in the exclusive 1 Bratenahl Place in Bratenahl, Ohio. Her mother and mentor, Marietta, has owned the shop for 26 years. Taylor Graduated from the Ohio Academy of Paul Mitchell in 2011 and has been working behind the chair for 9 years. Their focus is on non-stop education, nurturing client relationships and personal growth. Blending old school hairstyling, with new school sav you can find Taylor working Tues - Fri 9-5, or at the many hair shows (when Covid isn’t a thing). When Taylor isn’t at the salon, you can find her hanging out on the shores of Lake Erie with her dogs. Follow The Salon at Bratenahl on Facebook!  This has been a production of Evergreen Podcasts. A special thank you to Executive Producers David Moss, Gerardo Orlando, Production Director Brigid Coyne and Audio Engineers Eric Koltnow, Sean Rule-Hoffman and Declan Rohrs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Real bride Ashley Luu Conrad shares with us her experience planning her September 2020 wedding while navigating the changes needing to be made because of the Covid-19 pandemic and the smoke from the California wildfires. We discuss the stressful process of getting her marriage license, the possibility of family not in attendance, and why they decided not to postpone. She also gives her advice to other couples that are making the decision whether to postpone or not.  Get to know Ashley: Ashley was born and raised in Orange County, CA. She met her husband Skyler Conrad on Match.com on May 2, 2017. They got engaged at Mt. Evans in Colorado in September 2019, and married September 19, 2020 at Talega Golf Club in San Clemente, California. Connect with Ashley on LinkedIn! *Disclaimer: Our interview took place in September right after their wedding. According to the CDC “COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations, and deaths across the United States are rising. As cold weather moves in, people spend more time indoors, and as the holidays approach, take steps to slow the spread of COVID-19. Wear a mask, stay at least 6 feet apart, avoid crowds, and wash your hands often. The more steps you take, the more you are protected against COVID-19.” For more information please visit cdc.org. This has been a production of Evergreen Podcasts. A special thank you to Executive Producers David Moss, Gerardo Orlando, Production Director Brigid Coyne and Audio Engineers Eric Koltnow, Sean Rule-Hoffman and Declan Rohrs.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Courtney Bonning, owner of Terrapin Bakery, shares with us the many layers involved in choosing your wedding cake and desserts. She’ll give the details on how to choose your bakery, budget and how soon you should place your order. And trust me, she doesn't sugarcoat what you should and shouldn't do when selecting your sweets!  Get to know Courtney:  Courtney Bonning is a Hospitality Management graduate from Kent State University and a graduate of the Pastry & Baking program from The Culinary Institute of America at Greystone. Courtney has worked as a pastry chef in Napa Valley, CA, as well as Seattle, Washington for Tom Douglas and The Ritz Carlton in Cleveland. Courtney has worked independently from 2010 on and owned and operated BonBon Pastry & Cafe before selling and starting Terrapin Bakery. Courtney also works as a hospitality consultant and mentors people interested in starting foodservice businesses in the Cleveland area. Follow Terrapin Bakery on Facebook and Instagram! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Real couple Nikita and Carl Manteau share how they celebrated their big day merging Hindu and American traditions, as well as their families. They also discuss how they fell in love working for the Cleveland Cavaliers and incorporated the NBA team throughout their wedding.  Highlights of our discussion: The surprise proposal during a Cavs game, having two ceremonies in one day, a horse, wardrobe changes, Star Wars, deciding the 900 person guest list (500 attended), a second reception in Mumbai for 200 people, and their experience being a part of over 150 weddings. Get to know Nikita and Carl: Nikita and Carl met working for the Cleveland Cavaliers and got engaged in 2006 during a Cavs game in front of 22,000 fans. They celebrated their 13th wedding anniversary in 2020, have one daughter named Dhayna, and currently reside in Chicago, Illinois.  Follow the Manteau’s on Instagram- @nikitamanteau @chicarlgo1 This has been a production of Evergreen Podcasts. A special thank you to Executive Producers David Moss, Gerardo Orlando, Production Director Brigid Coyne and Audio Engineers, Sean Rule-Hoffman and Declan Rohrs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kat Williams, founder of Rock n Roll Bride Magazine and The Confidence Club podcast, discusses what led her to create the magazine 13 years ago, the importance of inclusivity and what led her to promote personal confidence. She also shares how couples can find ways to make their day uniquely theirs, especially if you're more the alternative/non-traditional type.  Get to know Kat and Rock n Roll Bride Magazine: Launched in 2007, Rock n Roll Bride is one of the biggest wedding blogs in the world. Updated daily, the site and its accompanying print magazine attracts quirky, alternative and creative readers from all over the planet. The brainchild of Kat Williams, the site came about while she was planning her own wedding in 2008. After becoming jaded by the limited offerings of the UK wedding industry, Kat saw a niche for alternative wedding inspiration and ran with it! Rock n Roll Bride magazine, a bi-monthly, nationally available magazine was launched in 2015. Issue 1, released in January of that year, was reported by the distribution company as the fastest and best selling debut issue of a magazine ever. It also sold out for online orders within 72 hours, with over 1000 copies selling in the first day alone. The magazine is available to buy in WHSmiths, Sainsburys, Easons (Ireland), selected independent newsagents and online via rocknrollbride.com/shop. Follow Kat on Instagram! Follow Rock n Roll Bride Magazine on Instagram, Facebook, Flickr, Pinterest and Twitter!   *Note: This episode is marked explicit due to some swearing. This has been a production of Evergreen Podcasts. A special thank you to Executive Producers David Moss, Gerardo Orlando, Production Director Brigid Coyne and Audio Engineers, Sean Rule-Hoffman and Declan Rohrs.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Flowers are considered one of the more expensive purchases for your wedding day. Mary Simmons, owner of Persephone Floral Atelier, breaks down what contributes to the cost of your floral arrangements and how to budget accordingly. She also shares when you should start booking, current trends, and what arrangements (aside from your bouquet) you should consider.  Get to know Mary: Mary is a trained artist and oil painter who combined her artistry with her passion for flowers when she began helping friends with their wedding flowers. Shortly after her daughter Sibyl was born in 2015, she quit her office job and opened up Persephone Floral Atelier-A floral studio dedicated to sharing the natural beauty of flowers through our wild and evocative designs.  Since then, she has served numerous couples, helping them create the wedding of their dreams. Originally based in Chicago, she recently moved the business headquarters to Connecticut. Persephone continues to serve discerning clients in the Midwest and East Coast.  Follow Persephone Floral Atelier on Pinterest, Instagram and Facebook! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whether it's due to Covid-19, the loss of a loved one, or a natural disaster, it is never an easy decision to postpone your wedding. Guest Deanna "Dee" Fuerst shares her experience in planning her August 2020 wedding only to have to postpone it a year due to the restrictions placed because of the pandemic.  Get to know Deanna: Deanna Fuerst grew up in Willoughby, Ohio and has been with her fiancé Pauly for 10 years. They got engaged Christmas 2018, with a late summer 2020 wedding planned that got derailed when the pandemic hit. They’re staying optimistic, and feel it’s safer for everyone to reschedule until 2021.  Dee loves traveling, kayaking, baking, yoga, working out, camping, being with family and friends, taking care of her animals, and fine wine. Follow Dee on Facebook and Instagram!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

To veil or not to veil? That is the question. To give us the answer we have Rebecca Somnitz, owner of Something White Bridal, sharing her advice on how to complete your wedding day look. She'll also give us the rundown of the latest in bridal accessory trends from the crown to the heel!  Get to know Rebecca: Rebecca has a love for classic, elegant and unique wedding gowns that use quality fabrics and interesting cuts. After having a hard time finding those qualities for her own wedding gown, she decided to open a bridal shop to help others find that classic dress. Something White opened in June of 2010 and the shop quickly became one of the best bridal shops in Cleveland, OH and beyond. Brides Magazine solidified what customers and designers were saying by naming Something White one of the best bridal shops in the United States- an honor they strive to uphold with every appointment. At Something White they believe in creating an environment and an appointment that is relaxed and productive while having fun!  Follow Something White Bridal on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest and The Knot!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices