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, Ep 2: Weight loss and Weddings
The one where we talk about the stigma around getting married and being expected to diet!
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 - 02:30 - Introduction and Event Recap
02:31 - 06:00 - Bridal Fashion Challenges and Realities
06:01 - 09:30 - Practical Advice on Dress Selection
09:31 - 13:00 - Impact of Unrealistic Size Expectations
13:01 - 17:00 - Managing Expectations and Finding the Right Fit
17:01 - 21:30 - Alterations and Adjustments
21:31 - 25:00 - Closing Thoughts and Encouragement
25:01 - 27:00 - Outro and Teaser for Next Episode
Mentions
- Celebrities: Kim Kardashian, Kylie Jenner (Met Gala influence)
- Food: Peanam Soup (notable wedding dish)
- Bridal Dress Sizes: Size 12, Size 18 (concerns about sizing)
- Fitness: Running (bride’s approach to fitting into her dress)
- Beyoncé: Song reference (confidence and self-image)
- Advice: Importance of sizing charts and accurate measurements
- Personal Experiences: Hosts’ thoughts on clothing sizes and fitting
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