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Christmas Chaos: Weddings, Awards & Hard Truths

Sharon Underwood & Lauren Shergold

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It’s Christmas Day on Wedding Mayhem  and while the festive cheer is flowing, this episode pulls no punches. Lee and Alex dive head-first into one of the most uncomfortable conversations in the wedding industry: supplier awards. From emotional fallout and eye-watering costs to confusing criteria and questionable outcomes, they unpack why so many hardworking suppliers feel let down — and why couples should look beyond “award-winning” badges when booking their dream team.

The conversation then turns festive as the duo explore Christmas weddings the magic, the myths, and the reality. From fake snow machines and twilight ceremonies to December pricing, darker days, and winter wedding aesthetics, they share honest insights into why couples choose Christmas dates and what actually works (and doesn’t) when planning a winter celebration.

Honest, funny, emotional, and refreshingly real, this Christmas special is a must-listen for couples planning a wedding and suppliers navigating the industry. Whether you’re curled up with a mince pie or escaping the chaos for an hour  welcome to Wedding Mayhem, Christmas edition!

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Christmas Chaos: Weddings, Awards & Hard Truths

DJ Lee Russell:

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Alex Evans

Website: https://the-tailors.co.uk/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tailorssurprisesingers/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whoisclubmob/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/clubmob

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Welcome to Wedding Mayhem the podcast that takes you behind the scenes of the wedding industry. Also available on YouTube as a full studio broadcast.

Hosted by Sharon Underwood, bridal boutique owner with over 25 years in the industry, this is where real weddings are talked about honestly not just the polished version you see online.

From emotional moments to things that don’t quite go to plan, Sharon shares the truth about weddings with humour, experience, and a no-nonsense approach.

Each week, a different wedding supplier joins the show to share their top tips, expert advice, and what couples really need to know when booking for their wedding.

Each episode features candid conversations with wedding professionals from photographers and stylists to celebrants and content creators giving you insider knowledge and the things couples are rarely told.

Because let’s be honest… weddings aren’t always perfect  and that’s where the magic (and the mayhem) happens.

Whether you’re planning your wedding, working in the industry, or just love a good behind-the-scenes story, Wedding Mayhem is here to help you feel informed, confident, and a little less overwhelmed.

🎧 New episodes every Thursday at 4pm
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