Bestie & The Boss
This is the place where bridal meets banter, business, and a whole lot of fun, with no room for fluff.
Join hosts Shannon Martin – entrepreneur, owner of Dotty Bridal, and former Apprentice star – and Emma Pollard, the lively hostess and comedy queen who brings the laughs. Emma’s often the first face brides see at Dotty Bridal (also often in the starring role on Instagram posts). Her infectious humour (and flair for drama!) make her the heart of the boutique.
Together, Shannon and Emma serve up a weekly dose of bridal gossip, no-nonsense advice, and plenty of cheeky stories. Whether you’re navigating wedding planning or just here for the giggles, they’ve got you covered with real talk, relatable tips, and a touch of sass.
It’s the perfect blend of bridal insights and best mate banter – with Emma’s comedic flair and Shannon’s straight-talking business sense, you'll be laughing and learning all the way to the aisle (you may have already had a sneak preview 'chuckle' from of our regular Instagram posts!)
Tune in each week for your backstage pass into the bridal world with your favourite bridal besties.
Follow us on Instagram: @bestieandtheboss
Quick note: Our episodes are manually transcribed by real humans (no robots here!), so if something sounds a bit wonky, blame it on human error – or maybe just Emma’s accent!
Bestie & The Boss
S1, Ep1: Get to know Bestie & The Boss
Welcome to Dotty Bridal's Podcast, The Bestie and The Boss.
Join hosts Shannon and Emma, as they chat about the love of all things bridal, besties, business and no bullshit.
Find Dotty Bridal here:
Instagram: @dottybridal
Web: www.dottybridal.co.uk
Hosts and Guests:
- Emma (the Boss): Founder and Owner of Dotty Bridal.
- Shannon (the Bestie): Co-host and team member of Dotty Bridal.
Timecodes:
00:00 - 01:30 - Introduction and casual conversation.
01:31 - 04:15 - Discussing Emma's initial days at Dotty Bridal and her personality.
04:16 - 07:30 - Team growth at Dotty and Emma's role in the company.
07:31 - 10:45 - Reflecting on Shannon’s wedding and Emma's interest in bridal.
10:46 - 14:00 - Experience and challenges in bridal retail.
14:01 - 17:00 - Nervous brides and creating a welcoming experience.
17:01 - 20:30 - Emma’s role as the "face" of the shop and personal stories.
20:31 - 23:15 - Emma’s punctuality and personality traits.
23:16 - 27:00 - Relationships and friendships within the team.
27:01 - 30:00 - Emma's nickname "Boomy" and its origins.
30:01 - 33:45 - Emma’s dating preferences and Shannon’s matchmaking efforts.
33:46 - 36:00 - Imagining Emma’s future wedding.
36:01 - 39:15 - Reflections on Shannon’s vow renewal and Emma's speech.
39:16 - 42:00 - Public speaking nerves and family connections.
42:01 - 45:00 - Conclusion and teaser for the next episode about bridal experiences.
Mentions:
- Emma - Her early days at Dotty Bridal, personality, and role in the company.
- Shannon - Her wedding, vow renewal, and thoughts on Emma’s contribution to Dotty Bridal.
- Dotty Bridal - Growth of the team and the company's work culture.
- Boomy - Emma’s nickname and its origins.
- Shannon’s Husband - Mentioned during the vow renewal discussion.
- Emma’s Future Wedding - Conversations about how it might look and Emma’s dating preferences.
- Brides at Dotty - Nervous brides and their experiences in the shop.
- Team Relationships - Friendships and dynamics within the Dotty team.
Website and Social Links:
- Website: Dotty Bridal
- Instagram: @DottyBridal
- Facebook: Dotty Bridal Facebook
- Twitter: @Dotty_Bridal
- YouTube: Dotty Bridal YouTube
- TikTok: @DottyBridal
- Shop the Collection: Dotty Bridal Online Store