Wedding Podcast Network Podcasts

Samantha Goldberg, star of Whose Wedding Is It Anyway? and owner of Gold Events, is joined live by fellow wedding planners and Whose Wedding alumni Jennifer Orsini the owner of Pampered Bride Weddings and Mark Kingsdorf the owner of The Queen of Hearts Wedding Consultants.  You are in for a treat with these party pros.  Enjoy listening to these three dedicated, passionate, talented wedding planning veterans. They take you behind the scenes as they discuss their personal experiences on the hit wedding show on the Style Network.  Hear the inside scoop about the Style Network's reality series Whose Wedding Is It Anyway? from this power trio.  What really happens when the cameras stop rolling?  How did the couples feel about the way their wedding was portrayed?  Did they regret having the show broadcast?  How do real life wedding professionals - Samantha, Mark and Jenny -  deal with the celebrity aspect of being on the show?  Jenny shares where she gets recognized most often.  You'll never guess!These wedding exp

If you want to get into great shape you need to use the power of your mind.  Josh Margolis, owner and founder of Mind Over Matter in New York City, shares his fitness philosophy: âYour self image and habits go hand in hand; change one and you will automatically change the other.ï? Josh is a personal trainer with a Bachelorâs Degree in Sports Psychology who wants you to realize how uncomplicated it is get your nutrition and fitness program on track.  Do you want to ways to succeed and overcome obstacles?  Listen to Josh and find out how. Exercise is a journey not a destination.  Why are you going on this journey?  Arenât you accountable for your own actions?  Josh answers these important questions.  He also discusses extrinsic and intrinsic motivational techniques to help keep you driven. Josh shares health and fitness tips to help you achieve your goals to look fit, firm, sleek and slender on the most memorable day of your life.  He will motivate you to keep your energy up and you

Ready to get invigorated?  Hear up to the minute advice with brother sister team Henry Weinreich and Michelle Roth to get real while you are planning your walk down the aisle.  Their top twenty tips will help you get through your mid wedding planning blues and recharge you to have the most memorable wedding ever. Tiresome, boring, stodgy, task filled wedding planning grind can get to you!  The reality of planning a wedding is a FT job.  Youâre mad as hell and youâre not going to take it anymore!  Itâs time to take a well deserved break.  Give yourself permission to cherish and remember the moments. In this episode you will hear the first ten of twenty rejuvenating tips, find out Henryâs new moniker for multitasker, what Eva Longoria did before her wedding, ways to ignite sparks with your partner and lots more guilty pleasures.  Henry and Michelle offer amazing ideas and phenomenal life lessons to tackle mid-wedding planning blues head on. Stay tuned. Another ten tips

With a little over 7 months to plan their summer wedding, Dana and Paul knew they wanted an outside wedding with their personal flair, surrounding themselves with people they really care about.  They really wanted to have an amazing day for themselves AND their guests.  Dana is a crafter extraordinaire.  She personally designed their invitations, program, table name cards, guest books, out of town wedding guestsâ welcome bags and more.  Having kids?  Listen to Danaâs great art project suggestions.  Hear how they made their guests feel like they were part of the celebration.  Find out the most talked about moment of the wedding.  Hint:  Butterfly Kisses.You feel as if you know Dana and Paul after reading their detailed wedding blog (see link below). They share their wonderful ideas and photos documenting their wedding planning experience.  Check out their weekend time-line and music play list (posted after their honeymoon in France â you have to keep some surprises secret for the big day!).  Be inspired by a c

 Want to improve your eating habits?  Stop thinking about Twinkies now!   This podcast was originally presented as a tele-seminar by The Femme Network, a place for women in related industries to connect, share resources, build their business, find new jobs, attract new clients, meet prospective employees, attend networking events, get inspired and have access to empowerment tele-seminars like this episode about eating better. Does the vending machine call your name at 3pm?  Do you feel like you're on an energy roller-coaster that just won't stop?  This interactive podcast with Julie Lerner, founder Whole Body Nutrition, will help you change your relationship with sugar and gain control over your cravings. We discuss the effects of sugar on our bodies and ways we can avoid the ups and downs that come from a high sugar diet and high sugar holidays!   Learn about the foods you eat, and control your cravings today! Julie’s philosophy is grounded in the belief that no one formula works for

The Mother of the Groom has had a bad reputation for what seems like forever.  Many of us automatically think of “Everybody Loves Raymond? and the stereotypical mother-in-law.  Can a Mother of the Groom really help make the wedding planning process simple and stress-free?  Get ready to hear a special and inspiring story of two women that really care about each other.  Co-hosts Sharon Naylor and Holli Ehrlich talk with real bride Brigid and her mother-in-law Randie.  These extraordinary women share their mindset, expectations and how they approach their relationship during and after the wedding planning.  They discuss their memorable experience and remind us what’s important to achieve family harmony.  They give excellent advice for brides and how to best get along with future in-laws.  This is one story of closeness you will not want to miss. Click here to listen to the show This podcast brought to you by the Association of Wedding Gown Specialists.  Visit the website for more

Welcome to the premiere episode of Travel Talk only on Wedding Podcast Network.  Travel has become more popular than ever in the world of destination weddings and honeymoons because of the Internet. International resources are at our fingertips and WPN promises to bring them to you.  Let’s explore and discover different destinations around the world with experts in the travel and tourism industry – travel agents, authors, editors, event planners and newlyweds - ready to share their firsthand experience and advice.  We will provide information to help make the planning less complicated and more fun. Where are we going today?  Paradise in the Caribbean. Wedding Podcast Network was invited by Gordon “Butch�? Stewart to the inaugural weekend celebration of the Mediterranean Village at Sandals Grande Antigua Resort & Spa. Like Sandals says “Love is all you need.�? It was voted World’s Most Romantic Resort ten years in a row by the World

Samantha Goldberg, event coordinator and designer featured on Style Network’s hot television series Whose Wedding Is it Anyway?, can now be heard exclusively on It’s YOUR Wedding only on Wedding Podcast Network.  Samantha’s forte is working with brides on a budget.  She believes bridal passion is best expressed through spending choices, not spending amounts.This groundbreaking live call in podcast reveals firsthand advice from one of the top wedding consultants in the industry.  Want to know when your guests should RSVP?  How can you get your groom to be more helpful?    Can’t find just the right venue?  Do you aspire to be an event planner?  Samantha shares her experience and expertise offering great web resources.  You deserve the very best style and service for your big day.  Samantha answers your wedding planning questions to help you create the wedding of your dreams.Thank you to everyone who called in with their great questions and were part of this revolutionary show.  Stay tuned for our next call-in s

Diane Forden, Editor in Chief, VP Bridal Guide, one of America’s leading wedding magazines, discusses important information on what to keep in mind, what to prioritize, and things to avoid while creating your dream wedding.  With Diane’s expert advice you will gain invaluable knowledge how to handle challenges with confidence, truly enjoy the wedding planning experience, and envision the best wedding ever.  Want to get what YOU want? Want to fully enjoy each and every moment?  Diane offers smart answers and solutions to real issues from etiquette to traditions, registry to receptions, budget to guests’ gripes.  Learn the art of negotiation and savvy ways to save money.  You will want to hear Diane’s Do’s and particularly her Don’ts while planning your wedding celebration.  Diane also shares trends and special touches that can easily be incorporated into your wedding festivities. Wedding planning is demanding and emotionally stressful. Is it possible to stay organized, calm

Ready to hear information you can use to not only look beautiful on the outside, but feel magnificent inside too?  Joseph Arangio, author WeddingShape Diet and Fitness Guide for Brides, tells us that with sensible training, nutrition, quality sleep, and stress management strategies you can reshape your mind and body today and always. This podcast is chock full of practical health and fitness advice.  Joe, certified strength and conditioning specialist, shares valuable diet and fitness secrets, talks about metabolism, explains why resistance training is the most effective way to sculpt muscle and fight cellulite, how to get the most out of your workouts, the golden rules of sleep, and phenomenal insider tips that will inspire you to stay healthy long after the honeymoon is over. Like a successful marriage, good health requires careful planning, focused effort, and a lifelong commitment.  There are no short cuts.  Joe’s program would work for anyone looking to improve the

WPN interviews Courtney Cotter from Nestle Waters North America about the up and coming designers and their beautiful entries.  Following Courtney WPN’s very own host of Planet Bride and high-end wedding designer Michelle Roth interviews the grand prize winner and runner up.  Michelle and Henry Roth were on the judging panel in the competition along with Kleinfeld owner Mara Urshel; BRIDES fashion editor, Rachel Leonard; Modern Bride fashion editor, Julie Alvarez; and Martha Stewart fashion editor, Shana Faust. Robert and Holli attended Podcamp Philly, the new media community unconference, and share their experience with you.  They had the wonderful opportunity of talking with Paige and Gretchen, co-founders and show hosts of Mommycast.  We asked them to share their thoughts and ideas on having children at weddings. Wedding Podcast Network has been embraced by the bridal blogging community and we are impressed by the wide variety of contributors available for brides p

Welcome to Wedding Podcast Network’s first LIVE call-in show.  Join star of Whose Wedding is it Anyway?, veteran wedding planner and bridal expert Samantha Goldberg and Executive Producer Wedding Podcast Network Robert Allen as they answer your questions.  Samantha offers sound advice and creative solutions that will really help you have the wedding of your dreams.  Hear some real stories that just might be your personal dilemma. Should you put an earlier time on your invitation knowing friends & family come late?What if you can’t afford to buy bridesmaids gifts? How do you handle wedding crashers? Want to know ways couples can “give back? in some way? Any special suggestions for the older bride? Looking for some great lighting suggestions for your beach wedding? Who should choose the dress for the Mother of the Groom? And more! Thank you to everyone who called in with their great questions and were part of this groun

How do you fit into your own wedding plans?  Henry Weinreich & Michelle Roth discuss their top ten tips on how to be yourself and be natural and approachable.  Your groom and guests will notice a less nervous, more self confident and happy you.  Learn how to make the wedding real for you and not to be a Barbie Bride. Things happen.  Do not get caught up and overwhelmed.  Stop worrying about wedding planning mishaps.  What is ceremony stiff syndrome?  How can wedding day delegation make a difference?  How important is a bridal suite and preparation room?  How do you define your farewells?  This dynamic duo answer these questions and more as you prepare to walk down the aisle.  They share personal stories and real life experiences that will help you de-stress and decompress.  They tackle issues that will prepare you for the unexpected and ultimately help lessen any element of surprise. Get comfortable.  Relax.  Armed with Henry & Michelle’s expert advice you will be a

Do you believe in love at first sight?  Amanda & Brett share their story - how they met at Penn State University, the proposal, and how they personalized their wedding.  They pictured a warm candlelit evening gathering that's a huge party also.  Mission accomplished.  Listen, learn and be inspired by their amazing party ideas and wedding planning details. Amanda & Brett talk about their attire, venue, monogram, décor, music, lighting, photo, video, gifts, and so much more.  They share important advice with regard to saving money, the art of negotiation and how to stay organized.  AND they tell us what they wish they knew and no one told them. Interesting note - Amanda is an event planner with a passion about style and creating beautiful events.  Her originality and uniqueness were showcased at the wedding of her dreams.  Her DIY projects are innovative - something you just may want to consider.  Check out her site below. Amanda and Brett’s rom

Your Wedding Destination:  Newport, Rhode Island.  Wedding Podcast Network is proud to feature information that will help you plan your wedding with style.  Listen to our expert participants and learn about one of the most scenic places in the country.  We talk with savvy Newport wedding planner Nancy Swiezy; two unique and beautiful venues to create your memorable event – Tim Thuell, General Manager of The Chanler at Cliff Walk and Susan Verge, Marketing Director Longwood Events’ Belle Mer; Howard Prince, owner Synergy Entertainment, Newport’s number one dance orchestra and Kathryn Farrington, Vice President of Marketing of Newport’s Convention & Visitor’s Bureau, tells us why Newport is such a popular destination with its breathtaking coastline, unparalleled history, mansions, sports and cultural resources.  You and your guests will fall in love with the City by the Sea. With twenty years experience in the industry Nancy Swiezy, founder of A Newport Affaire, believes in the importance of combining weddi

Samantha Goldberg, event coordinator and designer of Gold Events & Co., has coordinated hundreds of weddings and other elaborate affairs in her 15 years in the event industry.  She is currently one of the featured wedding planners on the hit television series “Whose Wedding Is It Anyway? on the Style Network.  Samantha has also been on CN-8, NBC-5 and Geraldo at Large.  Her work and advice has been featured in Bridal Guide, Modern Bride, NJ Bride, NY Daily News, Courier News, Good Life, Suburban Style, Associated Press and other local and regional media.  Samantha wants you to have the best wedding planning experience possible and shares insider tips and advice you will want to hear. Samantha’s forte is working with Brides on a Budget.  Do you have to spend a quarter of a million dollars to have a fabulous wedding?  NO!  What are your needs and wants?  What are some great ways to save?  What are some hidden costs?  Is everything really negotiable?  How can a wedding planner be afforded even

This episode of Bridal Scene takes us to The Palace at Somerset Park for The Wedding Salon’s first New Jersey event.  This luxury bridal show caters to brides and grooms unlike any other show.  We speak to some of the top wedding experts in the business.  We have interviews with photographers, a floral designer and wedding professionals discussing gourmet favors, gifts and invitations for your special day.  We have a very informative interview  with an up and coming wedding gown designer and talk with an expert on lighting for your wedding reception.  Other participants in The Wedding Salon event included NJWedding.com, Jimmy Choo and Kleinfeld.  We have a great interview with a very helpful maid of honor that you will not want to miss.This show is brought to you by Milk & Honey Productions.  Click here to listen to the show Thank you to Milk & Honey Productions for sponsoring this podcast. Click here to visit Milk & Honey Productions website.     Here are the links we spoke about on the show: Fo

Are you planning your wedding from a distance?  Join Sharon and Holli as they talk with a real mom and her daughter about their wedding planning experience while living in different states. We asked Faye (mother of the bride) and Greer (bride) questions: How can moms participate when they are not in town?  What are the top jobs that can be done at a distance?  How do you handle shower plans?  How did you select the invitations and wedding attire?  How can moms provide emotional support from a distance?  What worked best - phone or e-mail? Faye and Greer discuss how they handled plans and decisions from afar.  It’s all about communication and this mother daughter team made it work. Faye and Greer have a wonderful mother and daughter blog where they post beautiful ideas daily. They will inspire you and your preparations for that walk down the aisle. To listen to the show click here Buy Sharon Naylor's books here

The wedding cake has been an important part of the wedding celebration since Roman Times.  The wedding cake as we know it today, with layers, supporting pillars, & fancy frosting, has its origins in the wedding cake that commemorated the marriage of one of Queen Victoria’s daughters in 1859.  Through the years, the wedding cake has become the focus of a variety of customs and traditions.  Let them Eat Cake, a wedding cake competition is Philadelphia’s largest wedding fundraiser.  Now that’s a tradition worth talking about. Mark Kingsdorf, owner of The Queen of Hearts Wedding Consultants, founded Let Them Eat Cake in honor of his mother Lois’ loving memory.  Having been directly affected by a woman living with breast cancer it was a natural for him to start the Let Them Eat Cake for City of Hope’s Cancer Center.  It is a privilege to support Mark and join forces to raise awareness and much needed funding for cancer treatment and research. More than 40 of the Philadelphia region

  Do you want to transform your relationships and learn how to communicate with men in their language?  If you want the truth about men then you are in the right place.  Husband-wife team Robert Allen and Holli Ehrlich talk with Alison Armstrong, the creator of the nationally recognized Celebrating Men, Satisfying Women workshop series and the author of Keys to the Kingdom.  You will be enlightened as Alison helps us better understand men, women and their behaviors.  Listen and learn as we gain insight and information that will garner loving, appreciative relationships between men and women. What is the biggest barrier for women to understand men?  Are men shallow?  Do men and women listen the same way?  What charges a man's battery?  Do you try to fix or change your man?  How do women bring out the worst in men?  How can you make it less stressful while planning a wedding and happily ever after?  Learn the fundamental differences between men and women.  Discover new ways to interp