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Wedding Hive Podcast

Wedding Hive

Giving you the tea and ALL the buzz in the wedding world! New episodes every Wednesday!

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7:45

Bachelorette Theme Names Review

Wedding Hive Podcast ·

2025/06/12

Bachelorette themes can make or break your celebration weekend, but the focus should be on making memories rather than stressing over matching outfits for social media photos. • Finding a theme that matches your personality and destination • The importance of not going overboard with themed outfit nights • Why social media should not dictate your bachelorette experience • Creative theme ideas: Margaritas & Matrimony, Bikinis & Martinis, Y2K throwbacks • Hilarious theme highlight: "Th...

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28:16

012- Wedding Planning & Design Touches For Your Dream...

Wedding Hive Podcast ·

2025/06/11

Kelsey and Grace dive into wedding design and details, exploring how to choose a cohesive aesthetic that tells your unique love story while creating a memorable experience for guests. • Start with your vision by creating a mood board or Pinterest collection to guide your planning • Determine whether you want a color palette theme (like Grace's lavender wedding) or a specific style theme (boho, rustic, minimalist, black tie) • Choose design elements that reflect who you are as a couple, from...

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8:11

Our Wild Night at the AZ Bride Gala 2025

Wedding Hive Podcast ·

2025/06/10

Grace and Kelsey share their experience attending the AZ Bride Gala 2025 at the Scottsdale Resort and Spa, from matching the "Sky's the Limit" blue theme with their sparkly dresses to spontaneously getting matching tattoos after the awards ceremony. • Event theme was "Sky's the Limit" with blue color scheme • Kelsey's connection to the venue from coordinating a $200,000 wedding there • Reconnecting with industry vendors including previous podcast guests • Grace's feet hurt from uncomfortable...

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3:31

Building Successful Relationships With Your Wedding...

Wedding Hive Podcast ·

2025/06/09

Wedding vendors are your biggest support team, deserving respect and professional treatment despite you being the one who hired them. • Do your homework on vendors before contacting them • Communicate needs, timeline and budget upfront • Respect vendors' time by being punctual and responsive • Negotiate fairly focusing on value, not just price • Use contracts to clearly outline expectations • Maintain professional communication even when stressed • Pay on time according to agreed terms • Pro...

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5:41

Wedding Decor: Rent or Buy?

Wedding Hive Podcast ·

2025/06/05

Grace and Kelsey answer a listener question about whether to rent or buy wedding décor items, sharing their personal experiences and differing opinions on what's worth the investment. They discuss practical considerations to help couples make these decisions based on their specific wedding priorities and post-event plans. • Rental items that make sense: tables, chairs, arches, linens, lighting, tableware, and specialty glassware • Consider logistics of rentals - some require self pickup and ...

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35:19

011- All Things Bachelorette Parties & Our $2,500...

Wedding Hive Podcast ·

2025/06/04

Kelsey and Grace share everything you need to know about planning the perfect bachelorette party, from budget-friendly options to gift bag essentials, while sipping Four Carats Vodka in their pajamas during their "PJs and Prosecco" recording session. • Joint bachelor-bachelorette parties can be a great option for helping wedding party members get to know each other • Nashville tops the list of popular bachelorette destinations, followed by Austin, Napa Valley, Scottsdale, and Amsterdam • Gif...

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4:42

Body Confidence on Your Big Day

Wedding Hive Podcast ·

2025/06/03

Body image pressures can overwhelm brides preparing for their wedding day, but your dress size doesn't define your special day. Your partner loves you completely for who you are, not what size you wear. • Society places unrealistic expectations on brides to look a certain way • Personal struggles with body image can intensify during wedding planning • Focus on feeling beautiful and confident rather than achieving a specific size • Your soon-to-be spouse loves you for who you are completely •...

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3:46

Tipping Your Wedding Vendors

Wedding Hive Podcast ·

2025/06/02

We break down recommended tipping percentages for wedding vendors and share real experience from Grace's recent wedding to help you navigate gratuities for your big day. • Catering and serving: 15-20% on food/beverage bill or $20-50 per server • Bartending: 10-20% on bar bill or $100-150 per bartender • Photo/video: $50-200 each or 5-10% of total bill (less expected for business owners) • Musicians: $25-50 per musician • DJs: $100-200 • Hair and makeup: 15-25% of service cost • Wedding plann...

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7:31

Jeff Bezos' $11 Million Venice Wedding Spectacle: A...

Wedding Hive Podcast ·

2025/05/29

We dive into Jeff Bezos' upcoming extravagant wedding in Venice, Italy, scheduled for June 26-29, which is projected to cost between $9.5-11 million for just 200-250 guests. The astonishing $50,000 per-guest price tag has us questioning what kind of luxury experiences attendees can expect at this three-day celebration. • Star-studded guest list including Kim Kardashian, Oprah Winfrey, Katy Perry, and Leonardo DiCaprio • Multiple celebration events across three different venues in Venice • Po...

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26:59

010- Ring, Set, Go: From Engagement To Planning Your...

Wedding Hive Podcast ·

2025/05/28

We dive into the exciting yet overwhelming process of getting engaged and the first steps in wedding planning, keeping it real about what matters and what doesn't. • Create a dedicated wedding email for all vendor communications • Proposals don't need to be elaborate Instagram moments to be meaningful • Discuss vision, values, and priorities with your partner before diving into planning • Have budget conversations early and establish clear expectations with anyone contributing financially • ...

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5:19

Wedding Week Survival Guide

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2025/05/27

Your comprehensive wedding week checklist covers everything from confirming vendors to day-before preparation tips for a smooth, stress-free experience. I'm wrapping up my spring wedding season by sharing crucial tips to help you enjoy your big day rather than stressing through it. • Confirm all vendors and timelines at the beginning of wedding week • Create a detailed timeline for your bridal party so everyone knows where to be • Break in your wedding shoes before the big day • Prepare an e...

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3:27

Mastering Your Wedding Stationery Timeline: From...

Wedding Hive Podcast ·

2025/05/26

Wedding stationery requires careful timeline planning to ensure guests receive proper notice for your big day. Timing varies significantly between local and destination weddings, with the latter requiring much earlier communication for travel planning. • Start collecting addresses and finalizing guest lists 12-14 months before wedding • Send save-the-dates 6-8 months before local weddings, 8-12 months for destination weddings • Include wedding website link on save-the-dates for travel and ac...

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5:27

Habits For A Healthy Marriage

Wedding Hive Podcast ·

2025/05/22

After 12 years of marriage filled with highs and lows, I'm sharing valuable insights to help strengthen your relationship. Good communication and learning to fight in healthy ways are essential for building a lasting partnership. • Communication is crucial - healthy marriages don't avoid conflict but work through it constructively • Use "I statements" instead of blame and listen to understand rather than respond • Avoid serious discussions when hungry, angry, lonely or tired - table issues a...

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39:57

009- All Things Hair & Makeup For Your Wedding Day

Wedding Hive Podcast ·

2025/05/21

Nataliya from LaBeige Beauty shares her journey from Ukrainian immigrant to top bridal beauty entrepreneur and offers expert advice on creating perfect wedding day looks. • Importance of makeup trials to tweak preferences and communicate your vision • Soft glam makeup creates timeless photos that will never look dated • Book your beauty team a full year in advance to secure your preferred artists • Get a hydrofacial 2-3 days before both trial and wedding day for flawless application • ...

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4:53

Win Your Dream Honeymoon: Our $2,500 Cruise Card...

Wedding Hive Podcast ·

2025/05/20

We talk about our giveaway!! A $2,500 gift card to any cruise line of your choice. This incredible prize is perfect for honeymoons, which often get pushed aside due to wedding expenses and planning. • Partnering with an amazing sponsor to offer this generous prize to our listeners • Cruises offer exceptional value with all-inclusive dining, entertainment, and multiple destinations • Modern cruise ships feature exciting amenities like pools, shows, zip lines, and silent discos • Cruise destin...

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5:12

Mastering Your Wedding Flowers: Budget Tips and...

Wedding Hive Podcast ·

2025/05/19

Navigating wedding florals requires understanding your style preferences and budget constraints while selecting the right professional partner. Finding the perfect florist involves careful research, asking the right questions, and ensuring clear communication throughout the planning process. • Determine your floral style by exploring Pinterest and Instagram for inspiration • Save 3-5 photos to show potential florists • Distinguish between must-haves and nice-to-haves to align with your budge...

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6:02

Venue Shopping: Your Wallet's Survival Guide

Wedding Hive Podcast ·

2025/05/15

Wedding venues come with hefty price tags for good reason - covering essential services like climate control, landscaping, and maintenance that benefit your big day. We tackle a listener's question about finding affordable venue options while explaining why DIY alternatives often end up being more expensive and stressful than couples anticipate. • Set your venue budget before touring to avoid falling in love with spaces you can't afford • Look for hidden costs like required vendor lists, out...

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49:01

008- From Marriage to Divorce: One Woman's Journey

Wedding Hive Podcast ·

2025/05/14

Haley Carter shares her raw and emotional journey through marriage, divorce, and finding herself again while navigating the challenges of co-parenting two young children. • Haley married her high school sweetheart in 2019 and had two children before separating in 2023 • Despite thinking they had a happy marriage, her husband suddenly announced he no longer wanted to be together • Looking back, she recognizes red flags including feeling like she wasn't a priority in his life • Transitio...

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5:01

All Things Wedding Decor

Wedding Hive Podcast ·

2025/05/13

We tackle a listener question about wedding decor decisions, sharing practical tips for creating a cohesive and budget-friendly wedding aesthetic without sacrificing style. • Start with your venue selection to determine what type of decor will work best • Choose a theme and color palette early, then delete other Pinterest ideas to avoid second-guessing • Splurge selectively on pieces you can keep (welcome signs, mirrors) while DIYing others • Source affordable decor through Facebook Marketpl...

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4:51

Essential Questions to Ask Before Booking Your...

Wedding Hive Podcast ·

2025/05/12

Hiring your perfect wedding planner or coordinator requires asking the right questions to ensure they align with your vision and can execute flawlessly. We share listener-inspired tips for interviewing and selecting the wedding planning professionals who will be your biggest advocates on your special day. • Share your vision and goals to ensure they're interested and can see what you're imagining • For day-of coordinators, ask about arrival time, timeline management, and handling unexpected ...

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