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Weddings Unfiltered

Shelby Ogden, Lisa McGee, Jessica Mauger

Welcome to Weddings Unfiltered – the no-BS podcast diving into the wild, wonderful, and sometimes WTF world of weddings. From raw advice to laughs and behind-the-scenes drama, we’ve got you covered. So grab a drink, take a breath, and let’s get real. This is Weddings Unfiltered.

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00:37:28

Jess is Getting Married!!! Planning her Wedding in 30...

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2026/04/01

What starts as a simple “I’m engaged… now what?” quickly turns into one of the most chaotic and unexpectedly productive episodes yet planning Jess’s entire wedding live on the podcast!! Jess admits she has no idea where to begin with her own wedding, and within minutes, the girls jump in to guide her through it. What follows is a spontaneous but genius plan: a sunset river wedding with a boat party, a full vendor lineup, and a realistic budget all mapped out in real time. Along the way, they unpack

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01:00:49

Hair, Makeup & Wedding Mornings: What Brides Actually...

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2026/03/25

Booking your hair and makeup last minute? Big mistake.We’re joined by Director/Principal Artist of Makeup Art & Direction, Siobhan Gillam, whose 30+ year career spans theatre, film, TV, fashion, and weddings. She shares how that experience shapes the way she approaches bridal beauty and why it’s about so much more than just makeup. We cover building trust with your artist, when to actually book your trial (and why leaving it too late is a mistake), and how to balance trends with timeless,

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00:33:45

Wedding Vendor Confessions: The Lies, The Chaos & The...

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2026/03/18

In this brutally honest and wildly unfiltered episode, we’re spilling the tea on what really happens behind the scenes of a wedding day. From awkward run-ins with family members to timeline chaos, vendor frustrations, and the things couples say versus what actually goes down — nothing is off-limits.We dive into the biggest “waste of money” debates (yep, we went there), the trends we secretly hate, and the little things couples stress over that genuinely don’t matter. Plus, we unpack the biggest

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01:09:59

From Flower Crowns to a $1M Goal: Building a Wedding...

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2026/03/11

In this episode, we chat with luxury floral designer Elysia Tsangarides from Maple & Wren Floral Design about how she built her wedding business from experimenting with flower crowns to running one of Perth’s most sought-after floral studios. We talk about finding your craft without formal training, practicing your art until it becomes second nature, and how small opportunities can turn into real business growth.We also dive into the reality of building a team in the wedding industry, the myth of

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00:35:02

Timelines, Sunsets & 19-Minute Speeches: How to Make...

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2026/03/04

In this episode, we dive into one of the most underrated (and most stressful) parts of wedding planning — the timeline. From ceremony start times and summer heat to sunset photo strategy, food service logistics, and whether speeches should be split or crammed in, we break down what really goes into making a wedding day run smoothly.We talk first looks vs aisle moments, how long dinner service actually takes, why 19-minute dad speeches are a thing, and the importance of buffer time so the day

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00:40:52

Wedding Day Red Flags, Vendor Boundaries &...

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2026/02/25

In this chaotic catch-up episode of Weddings Unfiltered, we cover everything from destination wedding food poisoning anniversaries to sleeping in separate beds for survival and yes, it only gets more unhinged from there.We dive into “this is not in my job description” wedding moments (hello, shoemaking and last-minute timeline rewrites), early red flags that signal a spicy wedding day, and the times we had to keep a straight face while internally spiralling. We also talk about boundaries, the ones

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00:29:25

Would You Rather: Wedding Edition

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2026/02/18

In this episode, we kick things off with a very real, very unfiltered chat about living and working through chronic migraines the injections, the triggers, the exhaustion, and why it’s something that needs more awareness in the wedding industry. From there, things take a turn into chaos as we play Would You Rather: Wedding Edition, unpacking vendor hot takes on timelines, budgets, venues, weather plans, dream couples vs nightmare clients, and what actually matters on a wedding day. It’s honest,

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00:33:37

Wedding Myths, Debunked: DIY Costs, “Chill” Couples &...

Weddings Unfiltered ·

2026/02/11

In this episode, we rip into some of the biggest wedding myths that just won’t die and explain why they cause way more stress (and cost) than couples expect. From the belief that DIY weddings save money, to relying on friends instead of coordinators, skipping seating plans, thinking “we’ll just be chill,” and assuming more expensive automatically means better, we break down what actually happens behind the scenes. Drawing from real weddings, real mistakes, and years in the industry, we talk hidden

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00:37:29

Our 2025 Reflection: What We’re Taking Into 2026 and...

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2026/02/04

As we head into 2026, we’re sitting down for an honest, no-BS reflection on what 2025 really taught us as wedding vendors and what we’re consciously taking (and leaving behind) moving forward.In this episode of Weddings Unfiltered, we talk burnout, being chronically busy, learning when to stop saying yes, and why more weddings doesn’t always mean a better business. We unpack raising prices, building teams, stepping back from being everywhere at once, and redefining success beyond packed calendars

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01:20:03

Fresh vs Fake Flowers: What Couples Actually Need to...

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2026/01/28

In this episode, we sit down with two floral powerhouses Bec from Belle A Fleur and Deb from Ruby & Dulcie to break down the real differences between fresh and faux flowers. We dive into how each option works behind the scenes, the true costs involved, seasonal limitations, ordering timelines, and why fake flowers aren’t automatically the cheaper choice couples assume they are. From stem pricing and supply chains to weather stress, Valentine’s Day chaos, hiring vs buying, and what actually goes into

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00:41:51

From Vendor to Bride: What Planning Your Own Wedding...

Weddings Unfiltered ·

2026/01/21

In this episode, we sit down with Bec from Sprinkles 2 Crumbs and Belle A Fleur, who shares what it’s truly like to experience the wedding industry from both sides as a long-time vendor and a recent bride. We talk about secret elopements, planning a wedding in a short timeframe, choosing vendors when you know the industry, and the unexpected pressure that comes with being a wedding professional on your own day. From surprise price jumps and venue restrictions to nerves, timelines, communication, and

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00:28:48

The Decoy: All-Inclusive Weddings on the Swan River

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2026/01/14

If you’re planning a wedding and already feel overwhelmed by venues, vendors and timelines this episode might change how you think about the entire experience.We’re joined by John, owner of The Decoy, a restored heritage paddle steamer turned all-inclusive wedding venue cruising the Swan River. In this conversation, John shares the story behind The Decoy and why it was created for couples who want a wedding that feels calm, intentional and genuinely enjoyable without spending the day managing

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00:41:06

We Need To Talk About The Wedding Season

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2026/01/07

In this episode, we sit down for an unfiltered catch-up on what the wedding season has really looked like behind the scenes. From finishing a stacked run of weddings to navigating burnout, mistakes on timelines, late vendors, poor communication, and awkward on-the-day chaos, we talk honestly about what vendors deal with that couples never see. We unpack the importance of teamwork, owning mistakes early, respecting each other’s roles, and how one small misstep can have a massive ripple effect on a

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00:27:49

Deposits, Cancellations & “Change of Mind” Chaos:...

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2025/12/17

In this brutally honest episode of Weddings Unfiltered, we dive into the messy, awkward, and often misunderstood world of wedding deposits. From last-minute cancellations to “change of mind” dramas and emotional pressure plays, we spill what really happens behind the scenes when couples cancel and vendors lose thousands.We unpack why deposits are non-refundable, what vendors actually do before your wedding day, how contracts protect small businesses, and why guilt shouldn’t be part of running a

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00:42:45

Wedding Hotline From Hell: Dress Hijacks,...

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2025/12/10

A bridesmaid hijacks a wedding dress appointment with her own engagement… then asks the bride to be her MOH on the podium. A venue double-books a couple and offers a “solution” that belongs in jail: a split-day wedding or rescheduling to 2027. Plus: a photographer walks out mid-reception and delivers zero photos, a celebrant wasn’t legally registered, and a MIL books her engagement party the night before the wedding so we’re giving unfiltered advice on boundaries, refunds and what to do next. Join

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00:29:26

The Secret to a Stress-Free Wedding Day: Let Go or...

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2025/12/03

Ever wonder why so many couples barely remember their own wedding day? Here’s the truth: they spent it doing everyone else’s jobs.In this episode, we dive into the most common wedding-day mistakes, from couples who can’t stop helping to vendors becoming last-minute coordinators, zero timelines, forgotten MCs, and DIY plans gone sideways.More importantly, we share exactly how to avoid the stress including what to plan ahead, what to hand over, what not to obsess about, and how to keep your day

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00:41:50

The 48hr Wedding

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2025/11/26

In this special launch episode, Shelby brings on Russell from Connected Co and Gem from Genesis Films to announce something that they’ve been cooking up behind the scenes: The 48 Hour Wedding, a full photo, video, and content experience, all captured and delivered within 48 hours.We dive into:✨ How this idea was born at Georgia & Andrew’s iconic wedding✨ The behind-the-scenes story of how the team came together✨ Why this package is designed for couples who see their wedding as art✨ What it actually

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00:39:51

How Much Furniture Do You REALLY Need? With Perth...

Weddings Unfiltered ·

2025/11/19

This episode is your reminder that the little details matter way more than you think especially when it comes to keeping guests comfy, happy and actually staying past 10pm.We’re sitting down with Alysha from Perth Furniture Hire, the founder of Perth Furniture Hire who went from creating furniture for her own wedding to building a full-blown hire empire and she hasn’t had a quiet weekend since! We dive into:How much furniture you really need for a cocktail weddingWhy your guest mix changes your

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00:44:03

Start With Your Why, Finish With WOW (And Survive a...

Weddings Unfiltered ·

2025/11/12

This episode is your permission slip to slow down, reconnect with your why and bring the WOW back to your business.This week, we recap our wildest weekend yet FIVE weddings and a wedding expo 😅 we dive into a game-changing process created by our very own Lisa: 👉 Start With Your Why, Finish With WOW. It’s a powerful, feel-good, interactive workshop to help you: ✨ Reignite your passion 💭 Reconnect with your purpose 🎯 Set aligned goals (that actually matter) 💡 Navigate burnout & find balance 🙌

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00:50:53

Wedding Vendors: You’re Charging Too Little (Let’s...

Weddings Unfiltered ·

2025/11/05

Let’s talk numbers and the real reason behind them. 💸 In this deep dive episode of Weddings Unfiltered, we’re pulling apart vendor pricing (again!) after our viral quote breakdown, wedding vendors were sliding into our DMs with the best commentary, insight and a few spicy takes. Shelby, Lisa, and Kristy are back with the raw truth about what actually goes into that dreamy wedding quote from time, tools, talent and taxes to emotional labor and behind-the-scenes chaos. We’re reading real vendor

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