Behind The Veil: Real Wedding Talk

Behind The Veil: Real Wedding Talk

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Behind The Veil: Real Wedding Talk episodes

  • Transforming into a Soft Life Bride: Embrace the Calm
    In this episode of Behind the Veil Real Wedding Talk, hosts Tina and Candice dive into the concept of becoming a 'soft life bride'—a bride who prioritizes peace and happiness over perfection during wedding planning. They discuss the societal pressure to avoid being labeled a 'bridezilla' and share strategies to reduce stress. The key is making fewer but better decisions, having opinion boundaries, and planning in focused bursts. By sticking with decisions, setting boundaries, and practicing smart decision batching, brides can enjoy a calm, spacious wedding day without being consumed by chaos and anxiety.
    26 min
  • Navigating Bridal Party Expenses with Grace
    In this episode of Behind the Veil Real Wedding Talk, hosts Tina and Candice dive deep into the often overlooked but crucial topic of bridal party expenses. They explore the silent stress and potential drama caused by misunderstandings about who should pay for what. Drawing from personal experiences like Candice being a bridesmaid eight times, they discuss various scenarios, including destination weddings and covering costs like dresses, hair, and makeup. By sharing insights and personal stories, they aim to guide brides and their parties toward more transparent and considerate financial planning.
    34 min
  • Capturing Love: Wedding Photography Secrets Unveiled
    In this episode of Behind the Veil, Tina, Candice, and Ro discuss what really matters when planning a wedding, skipping the Pinterest-perfect perceptions. Ro, a seasoned wedding photographer, shares insights into her journey, from teaching photography in upstate New York to capturing special moments in Australia. The discussion highlights the importance of lighting in wedding photography and how Ro prefers natural light to create stunning visuals. Ro also emphasizes the significance of understanding each couple's unique vibe to truly capture their special day authentically.
    42 min
  • The Art of the Irish Goodbye: Keeping Your Wedding Dance-Floor Alive
    In the latest episode of 'Behind the Veil: Real Wedding Talk', hosts Tina and Candice discuss essential strategies for creating an unforgettable wedding party atmosphere. Emphasizing the importance of nixing formalities once the dancing starts, they advise on how to manage photos, guest discussions, and dessert serving to keep the dance floor lively. The episode also explores the concept of the 'Irish Goodbye'—slipping away unnoticed—as a method to avoid halting the celebration. With anecdotes and expert advice, the hosts reveal how professional DJs and MCs can elevate the wedding experience, ensuring all moments are captured without disruption.
    29 min
  • From Stage Spotlight to Dance Floor: Michael’s DJ Journey

    PART 1

    In this episode of 'Behind the Veil Real Wedding Talk,' DJs, co-hosts Tina and Candice, along with their guest Michael, take listeners on an auditory journey through Michael's illustrious career in the music and entertainment industry. Raised amidst the vibrant theater scene in Perth, Michael's unique experiences offer a novel approach to DJing, especially at weddings. Unlike many DJs who tend to play pre-set tracks, Michael delves into live mixing, using his background in music to engage and surprise the crowd. His innovative style aims to do more than entertain; it seeks to create memorable nights tailored to each unique wedding celebration.

    27 min
  • Lighting Magic: The Secret to Stunning Wedding Photos

    In this episode of 'Behind the Veil: Real Wedding Talk,' host Candice introduces Ro from Hello Ro Photography, known for capturing the magic of weddings. Ro shares her journey from teaching photography and ceramics in New York to embracing wedding photography in Australia. As a natural light photographer, Ro discusses how she plans to use natural lighting to enhance the beauty of her photos and offers insights into working with couples to achieve their desired photography style. Her passion for storytelling through candid shots makes every wedding a unique and memorable experience.

    45 min
  • Fire Alarms & Surprise Weddings: The Unplanned Magic
    In this engaging podcast episode, hosts Tina and Candice welcome Kate from Simply Kate Special Events to discuss wedding stories that defy expectations. With a sharp sense of humor, Kate shares tales of a surprise wedding intertwined with sudden fire alarms, proving that love truly knows no boundaries. Against the backdrop of Australia's intense summer heat, the conversation delves into the art of wedding coordination, the unforeseen challenges, and the importance of staying organized. Special mention goes to an anecdote about a lost vintage necklace, highlighting the unpredictable nature of wedding days and the resilience it takes to manage them.
    37 min
  • Behind the Veil: From Waitress to Wedding Planning Pro
    In this episode of Behind the Veil Real Wedding Talk, co-host Candace Hickson interviews Natalie from NH Weddings. Natalie shares her inspiring journey from starting as a waitress at a wedding venue to becoming a venue coordinator at just 18. With a passion for weddings and strong support from her husband, Natalie transitioned to full-time wedding planning after having kids. NH Weddings now offers full-scale wedding planning, day coordination, and styling services, aiming to make couples feel like guests at their weddings by handling all logistics and decision-making.
    49 min
  • Beyond the Veil: Wedding Planning Unveiled

    In this episode of 'Behind the Veil: Real Wedding Talk', Tina and Candice explore the fascinating world of wedding planning with their guest, Kate from Simply Kate Special Events. Kate shares her unconventional journey to seasoned wedding planner. She highlights the emotional connection she feels with her clients' love stories and emphasises the often-overlooked affordability and practicality of hiring a wedding coordinator. Kate reflects on how the COVID pandemic opened her eyes to new wedding planning challenges and opportunities, ultimately shaping her approach and dedication to creating memorable experiences amidst chaos.

    49 min
  • From Teaching to Tulips: Jane's Journey
    In this episode of 'Behind the Veil,' florist Jane shares her incredible journey from being an early childhood educator to following her passion for floral design. Working from a barn in the Hunter Valley, Jane learned the ropes under challenging conditions, evolving her side gig into a full-time wedding floristry business, Couture Botanical. Jane explains the importance of understanding each couple's vision and the value of booking vendors early to secure the best services. She emphasizes her 'one couple at a time' philosophy, ensuring each wedding is given the personalized and focused attention it deserves.
    46 min

About Behind The Veil: Real Wedding Talk

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Welcome to Behind the Veil: Real Wedding Talk—the podcast for brides-to-be who want honest advice, expert tips, and no-fuss wedding planning support. Hosted by bridal pros Tina and Candice, this show takes you behind the scenes of the wedding industry with vendor interviews, real bride stories, and beauty hacks that actually work.