Supplier Spotlight - Tales of the Trade

Supplier Spotlight - Tales of the Trade

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  • Episode 15: Aliki Edwards (Aliki Sings Entertainment): Live Wedding Music That Feels Like You
    🎶 Aliki Edwards shares how she went from a career in science to creating unforgettable wedding moments through live music — from ceremony vocals and drinks reception sets to full evening performances.

    We cover how to choose between solo, duo or band, why live vocals land differently, how to avoid the common music planning mistakes, and the little touches that make guests feel part of something special.

    Find Aliki: alikisings.com
    Instagram: @rhythm_sisters
    Facebook: @RhythmSistersDuo

    This is the Supplier Spotlight Podcast – where we shine a light on the wedding industry’s finest, and help you meet the remarkable people who can help make your day truly magical.

    🎩 For elegant wedding hosting and free planning resources, visit 👉 www.yourmagicalweddinghost.com
    👇 Subscribe for more interviews with top-tier wedding suppliers.
    47 min
  • Episode 14: Dress Code Nine: Finding “The One” Dress Without the Overwhelm
    👗 Carla Lynch of Dress Code Nine joins Liam Ball (The Gentleman Magician) to talk all things bridal boutique — from first appointment nerves to that “this is it” moment.

    You’ll hear practical, no-nonsense advice on when to start shopping, how to avoid choice paralysis, what alterations are actually possible, and why the right boutique team makes all the difference.

    If you’re planning your wedding and want the dress journey to feel supportive, calm, and genuinely special — this one’s for you.

    Dress Code Nine: dresscodenine.co.uk
    Instagram @dresscodenine

    This is the Supplier Spotlight Podcast – where we shine a light on the wedding industry’s finest, and help you meet the remarkable people who can help make your day truly magical.

    🎩 For elegant wedding hosting and free planning resources, visit 👉 www.yourmagicalweddinghost.com
    👇 Subscribe for more interviews with top-tier wedding suppliers.
    33 min
  • Episode 13: Paul Maxin: The Celebrant Who Makes Your Ceremony Feel Like You
    🎙️ On this episode of Supplier Spotlight, Liam Ball (The Gentleman Magician) is joined by wedding celebrant Paul Maxin to explore what makes a ceremony truly personal.

    Paul shares how he became a celebrant, why storytelling sits at the centre of his work, and how celebrant-led weddings allow couples to include meaningful readings, rituals, and moments that reflect who they really are. 💍📜

    From Tolkien-inspired vows to a beautifully emotional “wine box” anniversary ritual, this conversation is full of ideas for couples who want a ceremony with warmth, personality, and real heart.

    ✨Find Paul: paulmaxincelebrant.co.uk
    Instagram: @paulmaxinthecelebrant

    This is the Supplier Spotlight Podcast – where we shine a light on the wedding industry’s finest, and help you meet the remarkable people who can help make your day truly magical.

    🎩 For elegant wedding hosting and free planning resources, visit 👉 www.yourmagicalweddinghost.com
    👇 Subscribe for more interviews with top-tier wedding suppliers.
    40 min
  • Episode 12: Sweet Vibe Events: The Art of a Proper Wedding Dance Floor (with Daryl Quye)
    What separates a wedding DJ who’s fine from a wedding DJ who creates a dance floor people talk about for years?

    Liam Ball (Your Magical Wedding Host, The Gentleman Magician) sits down with Daryl Quye from Sweet Vibe Eventsto talk about nightclub-style wedding energy, crowd-reading, seamless mixing, and why momentum is everything—especially straight after the first dance.

    They also get into awards, premium pricing, and the biggest mistakes couples make when planning evening entertainment.

    Find Sweet Vibe Events
    sweetvibeevents.co.uk
    Instagram: @sweetvibeevents

    This is the Supplier Spotlight Podcast – where we shine a light on the wedding industry’s finest, and help you meet the remarkable people who can help make your day truly magical.

    🎩 For elegant wedding hosting and free planning resources, visit 👉 www.yourmagicalweddinghost.com
    👇 Subscribe for more interviews with top-tier wedding suppliers.
    44 min
  • Episode 11: Emotion, Atmosphere & Audio – Wedding Films with Alex Moore of Wedding Video Essex
    What separates a good wedding video from an unforgettable one?

    In this episode of the Supplier Spotlight Podcast, Your Magical Wedding Host Liam Ball – aka The Gentleman Magician– sits down with Alex Moore, founder of Wedding Video Essex and 2026’s Videographer of the Year at the Essex Wedding Awards.

    Alex shares how his team blends cinematic visuals with natural storytelling, why audio is just as important as the footage, and what couples often overlook when booking a videographer. It’s a must-listen for anyone who wants their day captured as it felt, not just how it looked.

    🎥 Website: https://weddingvideoessex.co.uk

    This is the Supplier Spotlight Podcast – where we shine a light on the wedding industry’s finest, and help you meet the remarkable people who can help make your day truly magical.

    🎩 For elegant wedding hosting and free planning resources, visit 👉 www.yourmagicalweddinghost.com
    👇 Subscribe for more interviews with top-tier wedding suppliers.
    45 min
  • Episode 10: Award Winning Photographer - Laura Lea Photography
    Step into the world of natural, joy-filled wedding photography with Laura Lea – Photographer of the Year at the 2024 Essex Wedding Awards.

    In this episode of the Supplier Spotlight Podcast, Your Magical Wedding Host Liam Ball – aka The Gentleman Magician– sits down with Laura to explore her journey from a teenage raffle win to running her own thriving wedding photography business.

    They talk posing without awkwardness, editing without ego, and planning a photography experience that puts couples at ease.Whether you're deep into wedding planning or just trying to work out what a second shooter even is, this episode will give you both clarity and confidence.

    📸 Website: https://www.lauraleaphoto.co.uk
    📱 Instagram/Facebook: @lauralea.photo

    This is the Supplier Spotlight Podcast – where we shine a light on the wedding industry’s finest, and help you meet the remarkable people who can help make your day truly magical.

    🎩 For elegant wedding hosting and free planning resources, visit 👉 www.yourmagicalweddinghost.com
    👇 Subscribe for more interviews with top-tier wedding suppliers.
    38 min
  • Episode 9: Wedding planning with Naomi Payton - Payton Events - Weddings & Event Planner
    Step behind the scenes with wedding planner Naomi from Payton Events, as we unpack what it really takes to plan a wedding that flows beautifully and feels truly effortless on the day.

    In this episode of the Supplier Spotlight Podcast, Your Magical Wedding Host Liam Ball chats with Naomi about her journey from hospitality to full-time planning, her tried-and-tested approach to timelines and crisis management, and what couples need to think about when they start their planning journey.

    From icy driveways and broken boilers to creating calm in the chaos, Naomi’s stories are proof that having the right person in your corner makes all the difference.

    🕊️ Whether you’re dreaming of a bold, high-energy celebration or just want to stop Googling “wedding planning checklist” at 3am, this one’s for you.

    🔗 Website: www.paytonevents.co.uk
    📸 Instagram & Facebook: @PaytonEvents

    This is the Supplier Spotlight Podcast – where we shine a light on the wedding industry’s finest, and help you meet the remarkable people who can help make your day truly magical.

    🎩 For elegant wedding hosting and free planning resources, visit 👉 www.yourmagicalweddinghost.com
    👇 Subscribe for more interviews with top-tier wedding suppliers.
    33 min
  • Episode 8: Beautiful Music with Lincoln Noel Piano Music - AKA Tinklin Lincoln
    Step into the world of live wedding music and charismatic ceremony hosting with the unforgettable Lincoln Noel — also known as “Tinklin’ Lincoln”.

    In this episode of the Supplier Spotlight Podcast with Your Magical Wedding Host, Liam Ball – also known as The Gentleman Magician – we sit down with Lincoln to explore a career that has spanned over four decades of wedding magic, music, and mastery.

    From grand pianos to grand entrances, Lincoln shares his journey into the industry, how he became one of the most sought-after musical storytellers in the country, and why live music can transform a wedding ceremony from functional to unforgettable.✨ 

    In this episode:
    🎹 How “Tinklin’ Lincoln” got his name
    💍 Creating emotional, musical moments at weddings
    🎤 From pianist to accidental MC
    🕊️ The surprising truth about nerves (yes, even his!)
    🎶 Tips for choosing ceremony music you’ll actually love

    🔗 Visit Lincoln’s website: www.lincolnnoelpianomusic.co.uk
    📱 Follow him on Instagram: @tinklinlincolnthemaestro

    This is the Supplier Spotlight Podcast – where we shine a light on the wedding industry’s finest, and help you meet the remarkable people who can help make your day truly magical.

    🎩 For elegant wedding hosting and free planning resources, visit 👉 www.yourmagicalweddinghost.com
    👇 Subscribe for more interviews with top-tier wedding suppliers.

    This is the Supplier Spotlight Podcast – where we shine a light on the wedding industry’s finest, and help you meet the remarkable people who can help make your day truly magical.

    🎩 For elegant wedding hosting and free planning resources, visit 👉 www.yourmagicalweddinghost.com
    👇 Subscribe for more interviews with top-tier wedding suppliers.
    50 min
  • Episode 7: Wedding Music Magic with Hayley Gold | Essex Wedding Award Winner
    Step into the spotlight with award-winning wedding vocalist Hayley Gold, as we uncover the power of live music to transform your wedding day into something utterly unforgettable.In this episode of the Supplier Spotlight Podcast with Your Magical Wedding Host, Liam Ball – also known as The Gentleman Magician – we chat with Hayley about her journey from stage to aisle, and how she brings elegance, energy, and emotion to every celebration she sings at.Hayley shares how winning her category at the Essex Wedding Awards was a milestone moment, how she tailors each performance to suit your story, and why booking a live singer might just be the best decision you make for your wedding day atmosphere.

    ✨ In this episode:

    🎤 Hayley’s background and musical journey
    👰 How she builds custom playlists for each couple
    🎶 Ceremony, drinks reception, wedding breakfast, or party – what works best where
    🏆 What it meant to win at the Essex Wedding Awards
    💡 Tips for getting the most from live music at your wedding

    🎧 Visit Hayley’s website: https://www.hayleygoldvocalist.co.uk
    📱 Follow her on Instagram: @hayleygoldvocalist

    This is the Supplier Spotlight Podcast – where we shine a light on the wedding industry’s finest, and help you meet the remarkable people who can help make your day truly magical.

    🎩 For elegant wedding hosting and free planning resources, visit 👉 www.yourmagicalweddinghost.com
    👇 Subscribe for more interviews with top-tier wedding suppliers.
    34 min
  • Episode 6: Heirloom Wedding Stationery & Calligraphy with Florrie from de Havilland Memories
    In this episode of the Supplier Spotlight Podcast, Liam is joined by Florrie from de Havilland Memories – a true artisan in the world of luxury wedding stationery.

    From letterpress invitations and menus to framed vow artwork and watercolour calligraphy, Florrie creates tactile heirlooms that tell each couple’s story with elegance and meaning.

    They talk about the journey from engineering to art, how personalised details set the tone for a wedding, and why stationery is far more than just paper.

    There’s even a tale of a teapot tribute and a cat-themed commission.
    Perfect for couples who value beauty, craftsmanship, and the little touches that last a lifetime.

    This is the Supplier Spotlight Podcast – where we shine a light on the wedding industry’s finest, and help you meet the remarkable people who can help make your day truly magical.

    🎩 For elegant wedding hosting and free planning resources, visit 👉 www.yourmagicalweddinghost.com
    👇 Subscribe for more interviews with top-tier wedding suppliers.
    35 min

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Supplier Spotlight: Tales of the Trade is your backstage pass to the most charming, creative, and downright brilliant wedding suppliers in the UK.

Hosted by Liam Ball, Your Magical Wedding Host…