The Wedding Dish

Why You Need a Timeline Sooner than You Think

Your wedding timeline ensures that your day runs smoothly. It's the roadmap for your vendors; it contains vital information about lighting, location, and more. And, there are a lot of pieces that you, as a couple planning a wedding for the first time, might not know to include. This week, we're diving deep and sharing all the moving parts you need to consider when building your timeline.
Guest: Hooman, Wedding Day Timeline
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What do Weddings and Wealth Management have in Common?

Setting yourself up for long-term financial success takes a ton of pressure off your relationship with your significant other. But, what the heck does wealth management mean to the average couple? James is answering all of our questions about finances and dishing about tips and tricks so you can live the life of your dreams together!
Guest: James Woodall, Woodall Wealth Management
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This episode is brought to you by...
Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
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Your Photography, Your Story

With 20 years and 500 weddings under his belt, this wedding photographer has some tips to share. When every wedding is unique, how do you find the photographer who's the right fit for you and your day? Here's what you need to know.
Guest: Bryan, Eleven 11 Photography
 
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This episode is brought to you by...
Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
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Taxes, Buying a Home, and Changing Your Name

When you get married, there are several things that come into play regarding taxes. Here's what you need to know.
Guest: Amy Northard, The Accountant For Creatives
 
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This episode is brought to you by...
Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
Mabely Q, Making Business Successible. (That’s success + accessible put together, because the better you can serve your community, the bigger your business can grow.)
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17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
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Bonus Episode: Custom Songs for Your Unique Wedding Experience

Looking for a unique first dance song? Can't find a song that tells your story? Faith Rumer writes highly personal songs for her couples - and performs the song on the wedding day. 
When I sang the song at their wedding and they both cried tears of joy. I'm smiling right now just remembering it. It was magical.
 
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This episode is brought to you by...
Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot.
District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
Mabely Q, Making Business Successible. (That’s success + accessible put together, because the better you can serve your community, the bigger your business can grow.)
Canva, unique and easy design
17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly.
Lemon Tree Editorial writes authentic and inclusive website copy for kickass wedding vendors who have something to say, but who may also struggle saying it in a polished, put-together, badass-thought-leader kind of way
Teachable, Create online courses and coaching services with Teachable. Transform your experience and know-how into a thriving knowledge business
Laughing with Gingers is a comedy podcast where two redheads with loud laughs share stories, play games, and spread silliness and joy. Hosted by Kristina Kury and Sara Alepin
Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount!) — reminder to keep your pets safe during fireworks and cool during the summer!
BarkBox, A monthly themed box of toys, treats, and unleashed joy, thoughtfully designed to satisfy every dog’s unique playstyle

Event Lighting Design + Trends to Transform your Wedding

From hanging lighting fixtures to market walls. We have the top lighting trends, styles that are not going anywhere, and even inspiration for transforming your wedding into an absolutely stunning event.
Guest: Kevin Dennis, Fantasy Sound and WeddingIQ
 
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Grab the transcript over in our Show Notes at theweddingdishpodcast.com/blog
 
This episode is brought to you by...
Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot
District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
Mabely Q, Making Business Successible. (That’s success + accessible put together, because the better you can serve your community, the bigger your business can grow)
Canva, unique and easy design
17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly
Teachable, Create online courses and coaching services with Teachable. Transform your experience and know-how into a thriving knowledge business
Laughing with Gingers is a comedy podcast where two redheads with loud laughs share stories, play games, and spread silliness and joy. Hosted by Kristina Kury and Sara Alepin
Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount)
BarkBox, A monthly themed box of toys, treats, and unleashed joy, thoughtfully designed to satisfy every dog’s unique playstyle

Swiped Right and Got Married at Niagara Falls

What do Bumble, shrimp, and Niagara Falls have in common? This couple's wedding! This week, we're joined by Lisa, who was married on the Canadian side of Niagara Falls - and somehow managed to include shrimp in her ceremony. You'll have to listen to find out!
Guest: Lisa Simone Richards
 
Need your dish fix? Visit theweddingdishpodcast.com or follow us @theweddingdishpodcast. Grab the transcript over in our Show Notes at theweddingdishpodcast.com/blog
 
This episode is brought to you by...
Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot
District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
Mabely Q, Making Business Successible. (That’s success + accessible put together, because the better you can serve your community, the bigger your business can grow)
Canva, unique and easy design
17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly
Teachable, Create online courses and coaching services with Teachable. Transform your experience and know-how into a thriving knowledge business
Laughing with Gingers is a comedy podcast where two redheads with loud laughs share stories, play games, and spread silliness and joy. Hosted by Kristina Kury and Sara Alepin
Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount)
BarkBox, A monthly themed box of toys, treats, and unleashed joy, thoughtfully designed to satisfy every dog’s unique playstyle

Theme Weddings and How to Celebrate Your Passions Your Way

Are you two big Renaissance Faire attendees? Maybe you're a fan of Star Wars or The Goonies, and you want to include that in your wedding day. Regardless of your passion, if you're thinking about celebrating with a theme at your wedding, this episode is for you!
Guest: Jen, Weirdo Weddings
 
Need your dish fix? Visit theweddingdishpodcast.com or follow us @theweddingdishpodcast. Grab the transcript over in our Show Notes at theweddingdishpodcast.com/blog
 
This episode is brought to you by...
Photos from the Harty, a small but mighty team of wedding and event photographers in Washington, D.C. We believe our couples need to love their photographers as much as their photos, and bring their personalities to each and every shoot
District Bliss, a community of business owners; get the support you need to skyrocket your business with ease!
Sprout Creative, marketing for heart-centered businesses; grow your potential through smart marketing
Mabely Q, Making Business Successible. (That’s success + accessible put together, because the better you can serve your community, the bigger your business can grow)
Canva, unique and easy design
17hats. Business just got easier. At The Wedding Dish, we use 17hats for scheduling guests, questionnaires, to develop our show notes, and for our all of guest management. It’s the CRM that makes it easy to run two businesses and two podcasts seamlessly
Teachable, Create online courses and coaching services with Teachable. Transform your experience and know-how into a thriving knowledge business
Laughing with Gingers is a comedy podcast where two redheads with loud laughs share stories, play games, and spread silliness and joy. Hosted by Kristina Kury and Sara Alepin
Chill Paws, human-grade CBD for your furry pals (use CLOU15 for a discount)
BarkBox, A monthly themed box of toys, treats, and unleashed joy, thoughtfully designed to satisfy every dog’s unique playstyle