The Wedding Whisperer Podcast

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   1. Real talk from a wedding planner

   Alainna Lantz, owner of Perfect Timing Weddings & Events based in Lexington, KY is a former Venue Coordinator at Castle & Key Distillery and The Kentucky Castle. She had first-hand experience with hundreds of weddings in all budget ranges before starting her own company. Her main focus now is partial planning and month of coordinating to help the couple with the day of logistics. On this episode she shares ways to not overspend and why it’s important to hire a coordinator, even if it is someone

   Sep 27,2023 28:27
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   2. Downtown Lexington, Kentucky’s newest wedding venue

   Harper Hall, located on Upper Street in Downtown Lexington has quickly become one of the most popular wedding and event venues in the area. With its blank canvas, two-story building and open catering policy it’s easy to see why it’s so popular. Hear from Venue Director Jamie Cawood and Director of Operations Lindsie McComas about how their venue works and what other event spaces they have available for your wedding weekend!

   Sep 22,2023 32:14
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   3. Chiropractic care during wedding planning

   Dr. Rebecca Skiljan with Arena Chiropractic based in Lexington, KY shares the educational background into becoming a Chiropractor. Often times couples will have additional stress and pain during the wedding planning process and will seek treatment from a chiropractor. It is a profession that emphasizes the body’s ability to heal itself with the help of specific hands-on manipulations from a trained medical professional.

   Sep 20,2023 41:45
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   4. A look back at the wedding a year later

   Dr. Rebecca Skiljan takes a look back at her September 2022 wedding day in Lexington, KY to reminisce about it! We talk about the non-traditional order of her booking of vendors, based on her priorities for the wedding day, if she stayed on budget and she shares advice for current couples!

   Sep 13,2023 36:37
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   5. Wedding Cake Basics

   Tinker’s Cake Shop based in Lexington, KY is an award-winning bakery, known for their made-from-scratch wedding cakes. In this episode we discuss the difference in buttercream and fondant icing, cake trends, most popular flavors, groom’s cakes, pricing and tastings.

   Sep 06,2023 29:10
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   6. Hear from a Mother of Two 2023 Brides

   Trish Allen, local Lexington, KY business owner shares her experience of being the mother of two 2023 brides. One wedding was in April and one is coming in November. She shares how they did on budget, her experience buying a dress and what she will be changing for the fall wedding.

   Aug 30,2023 29:00
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   7. Suits, Tuxedos and Bridal Party Attire

   Geno’s Formal Affair is based in Lexington, Kentucky but services men’s stores throughout the United States. Carrie Thomas, District Manager shares trends in suits, tuxedos and bridesmaid attire, what to do if your bridal party member is out of town and needs to be sized and when to get measured for your wedding.

   Aug 23,2023 39:55
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   8. Is attending a Wedding Show worth it?

   Bridal Bliss Classic is Lexington, KY’s largest bridal show, hosted each August and January with more than 75 wedding vendors participating. Hear from Show Producer Shannon Christie about what you can expect from attending a bridal show and how to prepare for one.

   Aug 16,2023 19:49
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   9. Budget friendly Kentucky Wedding Venue

   In addition to three beautiful chapels, a reception hall, catering, and overnight accommodations all in one convenient location, Weddings at Asbury, located in Wilmore, KY has the tools and expertise to help you bring your dream wedding to life, on a budget!

   Aug 09,2023 29:02
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    10. How Wedding Tastings Really Work

    We always see wedding food tastings in TV shows and movies and they look so fun, but how do wedding tastings work for Lexington, KY caterers/weddings? On this episode, you’ll hear from some of Lexington’s most well-known caterers on the tasting process for their business. Every catering company has a different way of doing it!

    Aug 02,2023 13:33
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    11. Expectations of your Wedding Planner

    Candice Ford, owner of Candice Ford Event Design, touches on the difference between hiring a full-service planner versus a month of coordinator. Candice shares her thoughts on the percentage of budget you should spend on a planner and how the type of venue can also determine the type of planner you need. Plus, she touches on local trends, expectations of the coordinator they day of, wedding insurance, rentals and more!

    Jul 26,2023 29:06
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    12. For Women Ready to Celebrate Their Stories

    Michelle Franzetti with Franzetti Photography based in Lexington, KY is not only a wedding photographer, but boudoir photographer! In this episode Michelle shares how she got into boudoir photography to it becoming her purpose in life. Your boudoir experience with Franzetti Photography begins before you even step foot in the studio. She is going to make sure you feel prepared to pick out the perfect wardrobe pieces, feel physically ready and emotionally hyped for your big day! Once you arrive, y

    Jul 19,2023 24:50
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    13. How to make your money work for you!

    We chat with Nicole Stork-Hestad, Money Coach with NSH Money Coaching on this episode of The Wedding Whisperer Podcast. Nicole is based in Lexington, Kentucky, but helps couples all over to manage their money. She shares some tips for saving money during the wedding planning process and how to make your wedding registry work for you!

    Jul 12,2023 47:12
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    14. Buying a home while planning a wedding!

    Nick Ratliff with Nick Ratliff Realty Team is one of Lexington, Kentucky’s most well-known, veteran realtors. On this episode we talk about the housing marketing in Lexington in 2023 and the best time to buy a house during the wedding planning process.

    Jul 05,2023 38:02
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    15. Hotel Room Blocks – Do you need them?

    Abby Wise, Wedding Sales Manager at Hilton Lexington/Downtown in Lexington, KY sheds some light into what a hotel room block is for weddings and when you need one. We also talk about the most expensive months to book a hotel room in Lexington and why.

    Jun 28,2023 18:51
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    16. Tips for Wedding Reception Photos

    Michelle Franzetti, owner of Franzetti Photography based in Lexington, KY shares tips for great reception photos! Many couples prioritize photography so it’s important to capture the entire day perfectly.

    Jun 21,2023 19:51
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    17. Live String Musicians for Wedding Days

    Alison Suell, Owner and Violist of Electria, based in Louisville, KY shares how her company can provide musicians for your ceremony, cocktail hour and reception. Electria is also Kentucky's first and only electric string ensemble (and amongst only a handful in the United States), Electria's Electric String Trio fuses traditionally classical instruments with contemporary music and backtracks, setting their sound apart from any acoustic ensemble you will find! With their ever growing music list, t

    Jun 14,2023 17:30
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    18. Picking your reception playlist

    Matt Gwynn, owner and lead DJ with Riptide Productions based in Lexington, KY shares how he matches his couples to the best DJ and how to plan their reception. Matt also touches on trends that are on their way out and new trends that have started in the past few years!

    Jun 07,2023 26:27
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    19. Don’t forget to book the wedding officiant!

    Liz Arena, with Happily Ever, Arena sits down with us to share what credentials your officiant must have to marry you in the state of Kentucky, the process of getting a marriage license, how much you should budget for an officiant and more!

    May 31,2023 29:13
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    20. Hear from an April 2023 Lexington, KY Bride

    You’ve heard from Dani with First Dance Lexington as a wedding vendor, but this episode you’ll get the opportunity to hear about her as an April 2023 bride! She shares if she stuck to her budget and several unique things they did for their wedding day, including the flower girl passing out chocolate and a final last dance.

    May 24,2023 46:29
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    21. Unveiling the Magic: Behind the Scenes with Simply Love Studio

    Simply Love Studio is Kentucky’s only wedding resource center, based in Lexington, KY. Owner and Wedding Concierge Sarah Burton has been in the wedding industry for 15 years. Simply Love Studio is funded by local wedding vendors to help couples plan for free. On this episode you will hear about Sarah’s background and the the history behind Simply Love Studio. Followed by how a full service wedding planning, month of coordinator and wedding concierge are different and how to find the best one for

    May 17,2023 28:26
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    22. Wedding Hair & Makeup

    Evan Barnett, licensed cosmetologist and owner of Evanlution Salon in Frankfort, KY, travels throughout Kentucky providing on-site hair and makeup services for weddings and special events. Hear why using a seasoned stylist for your wedding day is important on this episode.

    May 10,2023 21:08
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    23. Wedding Signage and Details

    Meet The Crazy Bunny Lady, Amanda Sutton. She is the one that helps you finalize those last-minute details for your wedding day. From your welcome signage, to reserved row signs, to cake topper, to table numbers, place cards, large last name signs and more. Hear all of the ways you can personalize your wedding day.

    May 03,2023 16:07
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    24. Wedding Food Trucks

    Beth Campbell Richardson, owner of Spotz Gelato, shares how they started as a food truck and now have 6 store fronts throughout central Kentucky. We talk about the most popular gelato flavors, ways to incorporate gelato on your wedding day, and things you need to consider when having a food truck at your wedding.

    Apr 26,2023 19:03
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    25. Things to know before hiring a wedding DJ

    Jason Henninger, Owner of Kentucky Pro DJ based in Richmond, KY has backups for his backups on wedding days! Jason shares the difference between a DJ and MC, how far in advance to book a wedding DJ, how long a traditional reception lasts and even why there’s a price gap in DJs in our area and what you need to know before booking.

    Apr 19,2023 22:48
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    26. Wedding Videography 101

    Kelliejoy Films is a Kentucky based wedding videographer that puts her heart and soul into every wedding she films. From start to finish, you work with Kellie herself on your wedding video. Hear how photography and videography are different, what you can expect to spend on a wedding video in Kentucky, and how long a normal wedding video takes to edit!

    Apr 12,2023 26:39
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    27. Custom Wedding Dress from Renee’s Bridal

    Renee’s Bridal based in Mt. Sterling, KY has been featured on numerous Reality TV shows including 19 Kids and Counting, Counting On, Bringing Up Bates and Renee’s Bridal Takeover. Renee shares the process for designing a custom wedding gown, how much you can expect to spend and how the options are endless.

    Apr 05,2023 43:28
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    28. Sweating For the Wedding

    Hear from Josh Bowen, owner of Aspire Fitness, a personal training boutique in Lexington, KY. With more than 15 years of fitness industry experience, Josh shares do’s and don’ts for brides when it comes to working out and nutrition during the wedding planning process.

    Mar 29,2023 18:47
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    29. Honeymoon Planning in 2023

    Jessie Ladipo, owner of Trips to Cherish talks about how travel has changed since the pandemic, booking vacations much further in advance and the most popular honeymoon destinations of 2023.

    Mar 22,2023 11:41
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    30. Destination Engagement Photos

    Veronica Sparrow with Veronica Sparrow Photography shares about a recent destination engagement session she shot and why this is the new thing going forward in photography!

    Mar 14,2023 09:00
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    31. Wedding Flowers, Design, Planning, & Coordinating in One Place

    Meet Bryan Kidd, Co-Owner of Added Touch based in Richmond, KY. Added Touch is a full service floral and design company. In addition to florals they offer planning and coordinating. On this episode Bryan talks all things florals, including what he did recently for his own wedding and how silks can actually help your floral budget.

    Mar 08,2023 18:16
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    32. City Barbeque for Your Wedding Catering Solutions

    Meet Antonia Hansford, Wedding Coordinator for City Barbeque, serving the Lexington and Louisville, Kentucky markets! Antonia shares that City Barbeque is more than just a restaurant and how they can make your wedding catering process seamless.

    Mar 01,2023 15:58
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    33. Wedding Planning Services Simplified

    Meet Doug Smith and Glenn Blind with Doug Smith Designs + Events based in Lexington, KY. Doug Smith Designs offers full-service planning, day of coordinating and full floral design for weddings and events. On this episode Doug & Glenn will share the difference in the types of wedding planning services offered and what a planner can help you with!

    Feb 22,2023 17:04
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    34. Wedding Day Dance Preparation with First Dance Lexington

    Meet Dani Dunmire, owner of First Dance Lexington, based in Lexington, KY. Learn to dance for your wedding with customizable private dance lesson in studio or online! First Dance Lexington offers packages with as little as one lesson that can teach you basic moves for your first dance. Looking for a more choreographed dance, that option is available too!

    Feb 15,2023 11:13
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    35. What To Look For In A Wedding Photographer

    Kevin & Anna Thompson with Kevin & Anna Photography, based in Lexington, KY share what to look for when booking your wedding day photographer and questions to ask!

    Feb 08,2023 16:52
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    36. Venues with In House Catering: Summer Cooper, Lundergan Group

    Local industry veteran, Summer Cooper, Director of Catering and Special Events at The Lundergan Group, home of Lundy’s Special Events and The Carrick House. Summer shares the benefits of working with a venue that has an in house caterer.

    Jan 26,2023 16:34
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    37. Choosing a Wedding Venue: Emily Orschell, The Thoroughbred Center

    Looking for the perfect wedding venue in Kentucky or beyond? Hear from industry veteran Emily Orschell, Event Coordinator at The Thoroughbred Center in Lexington, KY about how many venues to visit and things to remember when booking.

    Jan 18,2023 18:33
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    38. Bar Service for Weddings: Chelsea Hollingsworth of Set the Bar Kentucky

    If you’re planning to have alcohol at your wedding, this is a must listen! Hear from Chelsea Hollingsworth, Co-Founder and Cocktail Curator with Set The Bar KY shares all things you need to know when it comes to the bar for your wedding day.

    Jan 12,2023 15:36
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    39. Budgeting for the Big Day: Diane Kellum of Type A Catering

    The first conversation you need to have when it comes to planning a wedding is budget. Diane Kellum, Type A Catering & Events, a boutique caterer in Nicholasville, KY shares some insight on increasing wedding prices and what 3 areas you can expect to take up 50% of your wedding budget.

    Dec 30,2022 26:30
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    40. Welcome to The Wedding Whisperer with Sarah Burton!

    Welcome to The Wedding Whisperer with Sarah Burton!

    Dec 30,2022 01:32