The Wedding Session

Tarina Taylor & Kelly Dowbiggin

Welcome to The Wedding Session with SAY Events Educational, inspirational, behind-the-scenes, no bullsh$t look into the wedding industry, where we explore topics, trends and regions from around the world. With a combined total of almost fifteen years experience in weddings, listen in, as we pull back the lace and share the inside details on what goes into creating a wedding.

  1. 21/02/2025

    It's all about presentation with Lola

    Today it's all about PRESENTATION! Our long time team member and our friend Lola joins us on the podcast today. Lola not only is an essential part of the Say Events team, but she has an extensive background in catering, food and beverage and service. We focus on why it is important to hire a caterer that is a wedding caterer and how small details can really make or break your day. We talk about some of our past learning experiences and why presenting your catered wedding food is just as important as any other element of your wedding day.  We give you tips on selecting your caterer! What type of services you expect from them and should have you running the other way if seeing those red flags.

    44 min

  2. 24/01/2025

    Becoming your best self with Lifestyle Transformations Coaches Ryan Miske & Chris Menzies

    We welcome back Coach RD (Aka Ryan Miske) and new business partner Chris Menzies, co-owners of Lifestyle Transformations. It's January and you're thinking about your wedding coming up this year, and you want to get in shape and look your best! We dive into the importance of becoming the best version of yourself, how use the right tools and adapting to the right mindset to get you there. We debunk fad diets and the coaches break down why you have to look at everything when starting a fitness and weight loss journey. Using a holistic approach addressing not just fitness but your overall well-being,body, mind. It's not about quick fixes, it's about how to keep you looking healthy and keeping you happy for a long life, even after the wedding! Ryan & Chris are local to Vancouver, but can work virtually with anyone! If you want to know more or want to join their program, the links are below! Lifestyle TransformationsLifestyle Transformations Instagram Coach RD InstagramCoach Chris Instagram Coach Chris's #1 book: "MAN" THE F*UCK UP! A guide to manful Mastery, For the modern man

    45 min

  3. 21/12/2024

    Aileen Choi Photography, and what is important for couples to know when booking!

    On this episode, we talk with the uber talented Aileen Choi of Aileen Choi photography, and touch on topics like what one thing couples should ask for when booking a wedding photography, and when is the best time to book their photography. We also get into a more intimate conversation on how her perspective as a photographer has changed now that she's experienced the fun of being a Bride, and how to navigate those feelings of anxiety to ensure you have the best day with your loved ones! NOTES:Aileen Choi PhotographyTogether We Co.Crime JunkieNFF

    1h 7m

  4. 30/11/2024

    You're Engaged, Now What!

    Hey Folks! We're back with a new face-ish, definitely a new voice, but always the same vibe and love for our wedding couples. In this episode, we reintroduce ourselves, and share our origin story, as well why we're qualified to give you advice while you plan your wedding! In this episode, we ask one crucial question that you as a couple should consider during your planning journey - what are you most looking forward to on your wedding day! Listen in as we explain why this is such an important question to ask and why it's so important to be on the same page! Notes!Podcasts we're listening to right now: The Rest is History, Hollywood Crime Scene, Trashy Royals, Toni + Ryan, Best Friends, Because NewsOur DJ, Joe: VanDjCoOur Episodes: Consider this for Your Tented Wedding, How to Fire A Vendor

    59 min

  5. 23/03/2024

    5 Ways to Qualify your Vendors

    Hey all! This week we talk about 5 ways to qualify your vendors! Now that you're in the beginning stages of your planning, and you're looking to book your wedding vendors, here are some things to think about when in the researching/booking/working part of your journey. 5 Ways to Qualify Your Vendors: Look online!Recommendations, Referrals, Testimonials, Have you seen them in action before on another wedding? The boring things - Do they have a contract?? Do they want a deposit? Is it clear how their services work? What are their values, vibe, who they are, do you like them?Professionalism!!! Hello!! AND!! Don't forget to join us at The Love Brunch, held on Sunday April 28, 2024 at the Loft Earls, in Yaletown. This unique opportunity lets you chat with a panel of Vancouver Wedding Vendors in an intimate and interactive way. Tickets are sold here, they're limited so don't wait to book! We only have space for a few couples!

    44 min

  6. 08/03/2024

    7 Tips on Selecting your Wedding Venue

    Join us as we discuss some of the things to think about when finding (and securing) your wedding venue. Now that you're in the beginning stages of planning your wedding, one of the first things you're going to need is a venue! Where the heckin' is all the fun happening! Is this place going to host all aspects of the Wedding (ceremony, cocktails, reception)? Is it close to home or destination?Below are some things to remember when planning in your wedding, in no particular order... 7 Tips on Selecting your Wedding Venue: What do you want in a venue? Is it a ceremony and reception location, all in one?Guest count - Will they fit?Price, budget - Depending on the venue you choose, the cost for the venue could be a large part of your budget!What does it include (food, bar, rentals)?Overall feel, look, and vibe - what kind of decor will you need?Location Location location! (Geographically does it work for you + your guests)Rental time - when do you have access to the space?Notes:The Love Brunch! You're Engaged, Now What?! Join us as we welcome a panel of Wedding Vendor Experts, and discuss the next steps on your wedding planning journey. On March 24, 2024 at the Loft Earls in Yaletown, from 10:30am-12:30pm. This intimate and interactive experience is for those who are already feeling the overwhelm, let us help get you started! Get your tickets here!

    51 min

  7. 22/01/2024

    What kind of Reception do you want?

    So! You're in the beginning stages of planning your wedding, and you're trying to figure out what kind of reception you would like to have for your wedding. Cocktails, Dinner, Breakfast? Do you want to have a rager of a party, do you want something super chill, do you just want to hang with your family and friends.  Join us as we go over things to think about when planning your reception and tips to have the reception you want.

    49 min

  8. 15/12/2023

    Tips for your winter wedding

    Ho Ho HOOO  Planning your Winter Wedding: If you’re doing a first look, be prepared to have a dirty train. Do you have a plan to wash the bottom of your train or are you just going to go as is down the aisle…ew (Meaghan’s wedding)Shawl/Stole for the ladies, jackets in between - stay warm when you can. Umbrellas - bring them! For Photos, if you’re ceremony is outside - they block both rain and snowOpt for hair accessories instead of a veil - it won’t get as dirtyDaylight - photos - Consider when you’re doing your photos, Time is different in the winter and you lose the sun sooner. 1st look as an option.sunset photosHeartier choices in your menu - hot apple cider, hot toddies, comfort food because people are cold and burning calories to stay warmYou’ll need coat racks - nothing worse then bulky jackets on chairs for photosRed. It’s a fav colour for the season. However, be mindful of the type of red you choose, so the vibe isn’t Santa, it’s elegant wedding. If you LIKE the red, go HAM. (Alannah + Manny)Warm up the space with lighting, make it feel cozy - candles EVERYWHEREIf you like the Holidays/XMAS, find a venue that already embraces it. It ends up being more affordable in the end because they also have a lot of the decor already out, ex. trees.Having an early dinner isn’t a bad thing, it’s darker earlier anywaysTransportation - get the limo. Keep people together, this is not the time to go in individual vehicles If you plan to have a Wedding Outside It could be raining, it could snowing, it could be mushy out or muddy out (because now the snow has melted)Hand warmers - from the dollar storeSomething to stand on - Kelly + Tarina’s weddingMake sure you’re guests understand if it’s an outdoor Ceremony - it’s gonna be cold

    42 min
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Welcome to The Wedding Session with SAY Events Educational, inspirational, behind-the-scenes, no bullsh$t look into the wedding industry, where we explore topics, trends and regions from around the world. With a combined total of almost fifteen years experience in weddings, listen in, as we pull back the lace and share the inside details on what goes into creating a wedding.

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  • Creator
    Tarina Taylor & Kelly Dowbiggin
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    96
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    Say Events Company - © 2020
  • Show Website
    The Wedding Session