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#386 All About Wedding Beauty Prep (replay)

How do you want to look on your wedding day? Are you thinking of changing your hair? Are you going to spray tan? Do you want to hire a hair and makeup artist? What about skin treatments? In this episode we cover all things beauty that you need to know in preparation of your wedding. While there is truly zero requirement to do any of the beauty tips recommended in this episode, we wanted to give some hot tips from a professional make-up artist on how to look your most polished on your wedding day. It is important to remember that sometimes you can overdo it too, you want to feel like yourself in your pictures when you look back. Ultimately, you want to feel comfortable in your skin. Click HERE to become a premium subscriber and unlock all of the amazingness:
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About Our GuestEmily Edgar has been a professional makeup artist for over 10 years working all over the industry. Having been trained in Paris, France with the top European makeup academy and worked in the iconic New York City beauty scene – she has seen and done a lot! In addition to her on-set experience, she spent 3 years teaching the skills of makeup artistry to new artists and beauty enthusiasts alike at the Make Up For Ever Academy in NYC.Like the professional she is, Emily provides endless tips, tricks and product recommendations, making her and the Bride's Guide to Beauty a valuable resource for individuals of any skill level. Links We ReferencedThe Bride's Guide to Beauty Emily Edgar MakeupBride's Guide to Beauty IGEmily Edgar Makeup IGThe Big Wedding Planning Podcast is...Hosted and produced by Michelle Martinez
Music by Steph Altman of Mophonics
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#385 Asking For and Discussing Money With Family

We're sharing solid strategies, practical phrases, and actionable advice for handling family conversations about wedding finances. I'm joined by Certified Etiquette Trainer Mariah Grumet and we've got you covered on everything from establishing a balance of power over decisions to nailing the right time and place for these discussions. No more guessing or beating around the bush – we'll show you how to approach it with a strong posture and a solid voice.Topics We Covered
Techniques for delivery
Words and phrases to use 
How to handle family demands
Your list of non-negotiables
When you have no idea how much they can contribute
The balance of power over decision
The right place and time
About The GuestAs a certified etiquette trainer, Mariah’s mission is to bring an intentional sparkle back to a lost art. Her method of teaching puts a modern and approachable twist on timeless lessons of etiquette, manners, and respect, to help her clients create stronger connections, distinguish themselves, and reach their full potential in their personal and professional lives. Old Soul Etiquette's services include private consulting, group sessions, webinars, speaking engagements, and special events on the following topics: youth, social, dining and business etiquette, personal branding, wedding preparation, style consulting, and more. Mariah has been seen on The Today Show and Good Day New York, and in Forbes, Fox News, Southern Living, Travel & Leisure, Brides, Martha Stewart, and more. Mariah is also the author of “What Do I Do? Every Wedding Etiquette Question Answered” Links We ReferencedOld Soul Etiquette WebsiteOld Soul Etiquette on InstagramMariah’s Book!The Big Wedding Planning Podcast is...Hosted and produced by Michelle Martinez
Music by Steph Altman of Mophonics
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BONUS #6: Wedding Planning Happy Hour - November 2023

These Happy Hours are very much like a YAWA episode, except it’s live and unscripted. It’s so fun to be in on when we are live, but if you can't make it, listen here! Listen in, learn and enjoy. I hope YOU can make it to our next Wedding Planning Happy Hour which is a perk of being a TBWPP subscriber. Be sure to check the Wedding Planning Resource Center for the next date and time!Topics / Questions 
What should you look for in a Wedding Planner’s Contract?
Recently married Kristen shares how she’s feeling now that she’s done planning.
How is the next day’s brunch done? 
Best way to describe what guests should wear
What goes on the details card of the invitation suite?
How much to tip the HAMU
When do I stop looking for venues? Every one I’ve seen has something I don’t like.
The pressure from family to set the wedding date
Should we provide transportation for guests from the airport to the hotel?
What questions to ask on tasting day
What to expect and ask at rental company meeting
What do you think about having a wedding the weekend after NYE?
The Big Wedding Planning Podcast is...Hosted and produced by Michelle Martinez
Music by Steph Altman of Mophonics
On Instagram @thebigweddingplanningpodcast and be sure to use #planthatwedding when posting, so you can get our attention!
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#384 On Becoming a Wedding Planner - You Asked, We Answered!

A listener question inspired this episode. She wrote asking advice on making a career shift to become a wedding planner, and we're here to deliver the unfiltered truth. We peel back the curtain on the challenges and hurdles one can face in this industry, shedding light on the path less traveled. From the highs to the lows, we share our candid insights to help you navigate this exhilarating but demanding profession.We are opening up and telling the real shit. It’s not easy to become a wedding planner and to make a living in this career and we are telling you whyTopics We Covered
How success is measured
Charging your worth
Personality traits that are important to have
Working with vendors who are allies
How to find with couples that align with your values
Mentorship programs
Coming into this career with a niche
Why it is so challenging to make a living as a wedding planner
Marketing and exposure
About The GuestJasmine Yepez, founder of Stardust Weddings, is an Enneagram-2, Birkenstock-wearing, halloween-loving wedding planner born and raised in Fayetteville, AR. Links We ReferencedJasmine’s WebsiteJasmine on IGJasmine on Tik TokThe Union Mastermind - Guidance for wedding planners Wedding Pro’s Fellowship for changeEp #223 So You Want to be a Wedding PlannerThe Big Wedding Planning Podcast is...Hosted and produced by Michelle Martinez
Music by Steph Altman of Mophonics
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#383 Cake as a Design and Experiential Element

In this scrumptious episode, we're diving headfirst into the world of wedding cakes and exploring how they can serve as both a design element and a memorable experience. I'm joined by Miri Nadler, a self-taught baking maestro. We dish out cake wisdom, from making your Pinterest dreams a reality to choosing the perfect flavors and even getting creative with cake stands. Plus, we unravel the mystery of why cakes are cut so late at weddings. Stay tuned for all things sweet and savory in the world of wedding cakes! 🎂🍰✨Topics We Covered
How to avoid spending on things your guests will not appreciate
The truth about those Pinterest Ideas
How to present inspiration ideas to your cake baker
Creative Ideas for big design impact
The Cake Stand & Alternative Idea
Cupcakes are a different experience
Why the cake is being cut way too late 
About Our GuestMiri, a self-taught baker with roots in Los Angeles, gained invaluable kitchen expertise while working in the administration of a luxury bakery. In 2016, she and her family relocated to Charlotte, North Carolina, where her fascination with cake design blossomed after being inspired by artists in Asia using palette knives to decorate cakes on Instagram.Links We ReferencedMiri’s WebsiteMiri on InstagramOrder Miri’s Cakes on GoldbellyThe Big Wedding Planning Podcast is...Hosted and produced by Michelle Martinez
Music by Steph Altman of Mophonics
On Instagram @thebigweddingplanningpodcast and be sure to use #planthatwedding when posting, so you can get our attention!
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#382 You Ask, We Answer - 71

Jamie Wolfer, the wedding planning sensation, podcast host, and YouTube superstar, is joining me for a wedding planning pow-wow like no other! We're tackling YOUR burning wedding planning questions. This isn't just any episode, my friends – it's a wedding planning collaboration of epic proportions, where two wedding wizards combine their powers for YOUR benefit.Questions We Answered
Help! My HAMU artist is ghosting me 2 weeks before the wedding
We have issues with the “friendor” we hired as our DOC
Nervous about the lack of communication with our wedding coordinator
How do you navigate indecision due to “wedding regret”?
Pros & cons of doing first dance BEFORE dinner
Cultural or personal elements to integrate into the wedding
Fun suggestions to keep kids entertained and happy
Pros and cons of a Friday wedding
About The GuestJamie Wolfer is a mom, wife, entrepreneur, YouTube creator, unflinching optimist & occasional chicken wrangler. She is dedicated to helping plan ideal weddings on any sized budget for anyone. She coaches aspiring and current wedding planners to help build thriving businesses, strongly believing in community over competition. In her free time, she’s probably got her nose stuck in a book or her hands busy with a homestead project.Links We ReferencedEpisode #368 Vendor Contracts. What You Need to Know with LegalShieldJamie’s Video on Wedding Kits for KIDSJamie’s Video on How to Entertain Kids at WeddingsWolfer & Co Website The Master Plan - Guidance for engaged couplesThe Union Mastermind - Guidance for wedding planners Engage with Jamie Podcast - A Podcast for Engaged Couples The Union Podcast - A Podcast for Wedding Pros Instagram & TikTok & Pinterest - @wolferandco Jamie on YouTubeThe Big Wedding Planning Podcast is...Hosted and produced by Michelle Martinez
Music by Steph Altman of Mophonics
On Instagram @thebigweddingplanningpodcast and be sure to use #planthatwedding when posting, so you can get our attention!
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#381 Ten Questions to Ask Before Getting Married

Brace yourself for some raw insights that might stir emotions as we explore the 10 Questions to Ask Before Getting Married. Questions for yourself and questions for your partner. In this episode, I'm joined by the incredible Dr. Abby Medcalf and we navigate the truths that often lie beneath the surface of relationships. We talk about redefining your connection, embarking on a journey of self-discovery ​​and fortifying your partnerships.Topics We Covered
Why we avoid difficult conversations
Helpful tactics to start the conversation
Words to avoid when having difficult conversations
Tools to communicate with your partner
Having high standards and low expectations
Unconditional acceptance vs. unconditional love
Is Porn Cheating?
About Our GuestDr. Abby Medcalf is a Relationship Maven, psychologist, author, podcast host and Tedxspeaker who has helped thousands of people think differently so they can create connection, ease and joy in their relationships (especially the one with yourself)! Links We ReferencedRelationships Made Easy with Dr. Abby MedcalfAbby on Instagram Abby’s WebsiteAbby on TikTokAbby’s Book: Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won’t Do a ThingThe Big Wedding Planning Podcast is...Hosted and produced by Michelle Martinez
Music by Steph Altman of Mophonics
On Instagram @thebigweddingplanningpodcast and be sure to use #planthatwedding when posting, so you can get our attention!
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#380 Real Wedding Retrospective: Small Guest List…Big Details!

Our guest, Nicole Baker Holliman, a fellow listener and recent bride, shares her personal wedding planning adventure. Nicole doesn't just dive into the emotional challenges that often come with wedding planning; she also reveals the thought process behind her and Brett's choice of a cozy guest list of 35. Together, they savored an entire weekend of festivities, complete with interpretive dance to Bohemian Rhapsody, playful SpongeBob touches, and a few delightful surprises along the way.Topics We Covered
Why they decided on a small guest list
Stress-saving tactics and strategies
How they shared the planning 50-50
Their wedding day rom-com moment
Therapy tools used while planning 
The pacing of the wedding day
How Spongebob played a role in the wedding!
Post-wedding anxiety
About The GuestNicole Baker Holleman is a Coach who helps high achievers ditch perfectionism, cut out hustle culture and start achieving their goals with fun, fulfillment and a whole lotta free time. Having grown up in a family immersed in the personal development world, she has been attending seminars and absorbing personal growth tools her whole life and she has since helped hundreds of perfectionists accomplish goals ranging from scaling to 6 figures, cutting their work time in half, and starting new healthy habits. She is the CEO of Life Coach Baker and the host of the top 2.5% globally ranked podcast Imperfect Success.Links We ReferencedNicole’s WebsiteNicole on Instagram Fantasy Fangirls PodcastThe Big Wedding Planning Podcast is...Hosted and produced by Michelle Martinez
Music by Steph Altman of Mophonics
On Instagram @thebigweddingplanningpodcast and be sure to use #planthatwedding when posting, so you can get our attention!
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#379 How To Use ChatGPT To Level Up Your Wedding Planning

Your path to a tech-savvy, stress-free wedding planning journey starts here! In this episode, we dive into the captivating world of ChatGPT and explore how it can be a game-changer in your wedding planning. You'll get a grasp of basic ChatGPT workings, unravel the mystery of plug-ins, and discover their functionality in simplifying planning tasks. We'll introduce you to the top GPT tools tailored for wedding planning, guiding you on harnessing this technology to find your perfect vendors, meticulously review vendor contracts, and carve out a solid savings plan for your big day. What You Will Learn
Basic working knowledge of ChatGPT
Plug Ins: What they are and how to use them
The best GPT tools for wedding planning
How to use GPT to Find Your Vendors
How to use GPT to review vendor contracts
How to use GPT to create a wedding savings plan
How to use GPT to design print materials
About Our GuestMark Kashef is the Founder of Prompt Advisers, a consultancy focused on leveraging AI to optimize business operations and elevate customer experiences. With a rich background in AI that includes working at companies like Amazon and serving as an adjunct professor, Mark brings over a decade of multi-faceted expertise to the table. His mission is to make cutting-edge technology both accessible and impactful, empowering businesses and individuals alike.Links We ReferencedPrompt Advisers WebsiteFree 15 minute Consultation with MarkMark’s AI NewsletterThe Big Wedding Planning Podcast is...Hosted and produced by Michelle Martinez
Music by Steph Altman of Mophonics
On Instagram @thebigweddingplanningpodcast and be sure to use #planthatwedding when posting, so you can get our attention!
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#378 You Ask, We Answer - 70

In this "You Ask, We Answer," we tackle the intricate nuances of wedding etiquette that often leave couples scratching their heads. From managing delicate family dynamics to addressing uninvited guests with grace, we've got your back. Discover how to set clear expectations with family members who may not see eye to eye, navigate tricky conversations about guest lists, and handle financial contributions with diplomacy. Plus, we dive into the world of 'Thank You' cards, offering insights on timing, personalization, and expressing gratitude. Join us as we decode the modern rules of wedding etiquette and empower you to make your special day a harmonious and meaningful occasion.Questions We Answered
How do you set expectations with families that don't get along with one another? 
How do you respond when someone says "I can't wait for the wedding," but they are not on the guest list?
How do you convey that children are not welcome at the wedding politely?
How do you respond when someone implies that your wedding is a waste of money?
Everything ‘Thank  You’ cards! Appropriate timing to send? Do we hand write? What to write?
Is there etiquette for acknowledging family that financially contribute?
If the bride's family is paying for the entire wedding, do you have to split the guest list 50/50 between families?
What is the role of the groom's parents today? What do we pay for?
About Your Co-hostCertified etiquette trainer Mariah Grumet brings a modern twist to timeless lessons, helping clients strengthen connections and reach their full potential in personal and professional lives. Old Soul Etiquette offers private consulting, webinars, and more on youth, dining, personal branding, and more. Mariah's expertise has been featured in The Today Show, Forbes, Martha Stewart, and more. She is also the author of "What Do I Do? Every Wedding Etiquette Question Answered."Links We ReferencedOld Soul Etiquette WebsiteOld Soul Etiquette on InstagramMariah’s Book!The Big Wedding Planning Podcast is...Hosted and produced by Michelle Martinez
Music by Steph Altman of Mophonics
On Instagram @thebigweddingplanningpodcast and be sure to use #planthatwedding when posting, so you can get our attention!
Inviting you to become part of our Facebook Group! Join us and our amazing members. Just search for The Big Wedding Planning Podcast Community on Facebook.
Easy to get in touch with. Email us at hello@thebigweddingplanningpodcast.com or Call and leave a message at 415-723-1625 and you might hear your voice on an episode