The Wedding Besties
We're an officiant and wedding planner based in Seattle, also known as two besties and former gym rats running a wedding business together. Join us as we chat about all things wedding; from vendor interviews, hot takes on wedding trends, insight on planning your wedding and tips on how to break into the industry. http://www.marzanoevents.comIG: @theweddingbesties TikTok: @theweddingbesties
Episodes
25 episodes
Thank You, Besties
The Besties chat one last time to discuss their favorite wedding and podcast moments. Thank you for listening!www.marzanoevents.comIG: @theweddingbesties
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51:51
Gym Shorts!
Here it is! While we will not be continuing this series of minisodes, we decided to share the first episode we never streamed. It's also a bit more of the Besties' origin stories. Enjoy!
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11:45
Am I the A-Hole: Round 3!
It's back! Help the besties weigh in on "am I the a-hole" topics like quitting a wedding party (5:05), mothers in law breaking your wedding day rules (8:56) and more. Plus, the besties get stumped on an Instagram question! (36:50) Let's go!...
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43:49
All My Friends Love All My Friends
The besties are talking wedding parties today! Are you pro wedding party, or would you prefer to keep the focus of the day on yourself and your partner? We’ll discuss the pros of a wedding party (13:20), how to be the perfect wedding party memb...
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49:17
Are You For Reel?
Let’s talk social media! The besties are breaking down how social media has helped their businesses (8:32), 6 social media hot takes (10:18) and how they feel about each one. Also, how do you ask your vendors not to post your wedding on social ...
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47:31
Swollen Eyes and Barfing Brides
The besties are back for their final season! Join Jami and Lo as they recap their 2024 (1:20) and dive into their IG inbox. And what happens if you barf on your wedding day?! (10:23) The besties have the answers. Let’s go!
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39:50
Be Our Guest
Be our guest! Be our guest! The besties are sharing what they think makes the perfect wedding guest. From what to do during the recessional (12:55), to what NOT to say to a wedding photographer (15:33), and everything in between (respect your D...
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Episode 18
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50:19
The Kids are not Alright
And so it’s come to this. Jami and Lo are pitted against each other in the ultimate wedding guest debate: kids or no kids at your wedding? Join the besties as they weigh the pros and cons of pint-size wedding attendees- are weddings more relaxi...
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Episode 17
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52:59
You Gonna Eat That?
Are you gonna eat that? The besties are jumping head first into catering- from plated (9:16) to food trucks (32:47), they’ll discuss pros, cons and personal faves. Also learn what Lo did to eat first at a wedding once (26:32) and what Jami’s cu...
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46:31
Since U Been Gone
Welcome 2024! They’re back and plowing through your questions from the past year (!!!) from the insta inbox! They cover it all- where has Lo been? (1:12) What’s cringy to them on a wedding day? (8:25) Favorite venues of 2023 (11:59) Upcoming we...
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Episode 15
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42:30
It's Rehearsal Time
Places everyone! The Besties are diving into rehearsals- Do you need one? (3:22) We say yes! Lo shares what her rehearsal was like (8:24) and Jami talks about her 7-step method to a perfect rehearsal (10:30). And finally, what could be so dire ...
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Episode 14
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34:43
Grab the Emergency Kit!
Whachu got in that bag?! The besties are breaking down their emergency kit this week- what type of bag they use (8:55), what all is in the bag (12:48) and what they carry in their fanny packs the day of a wedding (6:41). Plus learn how the best...
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Episode 13
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38:23
Am I the A-Hole: Round 2!
It's back! Help the besties weigh in on "am I the a-hole" topics like Honeyfunds (3:12), what to chip in for during a bachelorette (12:39), annoying mother-in-law's (16:30) and more. Plus instagram questions (26:35) and possibly bonus podcast e...
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Episode 12
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32:43
DJ or No DJ? What's the Diph?
The Besties are back and discussing the benefits of hiring a DJ with the help of the talented Joe, aka DJ Diph! Join them as Joe breaks down how he prepares for your big day (27:33), how he keeps a dance floor going (36:16), a DJ's pet peeves (...
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59:46
Build em Up, Knock em Down
The besties are doing a deep dive about all things setup and teardown on wedding day. Jami takes the reins and guides us through her 4-step process: make a plan (5:38), organize components of the plan (7:41), execution (14:34) and tear do...
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Season 2
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49:35
What is Happening?
Have you ever had a moment that's so odd, you can't help but stand there and ask yourself, "what is even happening right now?!" Join the besties as they come off the high of wedding season 2022- starting with some favorite moments (4:42), and t...
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Season 2
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53:18
Vendor Series- They Came, They Saw, They Captured
It's the season 1 finale! Join the Besties as they interview photographer Kate Holt- Kate is a natural light, Portland-based photographer specializing in Seattle weddings with over 8 years of experience, shooting over 200 weddings, and wa...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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51:31
It's a Ce-LO-bration!
She's getting married! Well, she got married. You asked, and here are all the deets on Lo's 2015 wedding. Find out why she eloped in 2010 and what a barf bag had to do with it (8:36), the mistakes she learned from (14:46) and the best moments o...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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33:22
It's Time to Retire the Term Bridezilla
This week Lo and Jami do some deep digging on the term they loathe most- BRIDEZILLA. Learn its origin (3:42), why it bothers the Besties so much (11:17) and their experiences on the subject (24:51).
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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30:34
It's Getting Toasty!
Let's get toasty! Jami and Lo are talking toasts- how to write one (1:34), some public speaking tips (14:51) and if you should have open toasts (21:46). Also, we'll find out why Lo's mouth is blue (or purple?) and why Jami was cold at the...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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33:42
Am I the A-Hole?
Are you the a-hole? You might be! Lo and Jami answer questions from people wondering if they're the a-hole for how they handled a wedding situation. They'll discuss Covid precautions (2:01), inviting kids to your wedding (7:26), dealing with di...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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32:36
Vendors: Assemble!
Lo and Jami discuss the pros and cons of the many places you could find your vendors including Instagram (1:32), Google (6:11), Wedding Shows (9:15), Facebook (14:47), Vendor Referrals (18:33) and many more! The besties also discuss some red fl...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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37:33
Career Day!
Welcome to Career Day! Jami and Lo are breaking down the differences between a wedding coordinator (1:45), wedding planner (37:20), and venue coordinator (43:41). They'll also discuss how they deal with avoiding overcommitting (35:15) and stayi...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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52:37