The Wedding Chaplain Podcast

David Anderson
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Rev. Dr. David Anderson has walked over 1800 couples to their wedding day. And he wants to share that journey with you. This podcast is a boot camp or education for engaged couples preparing for their wedding day. Preparing for marriage and getting ready for a wedding are two separate things. We want you to have healthy marriages and perfect wedding ceremonies.

  1. Episode 60 - From Genesis to the Last Dance. A conversation with Daniel Krikorian.

    3D AGO

    Episode 60 - From Genesis to the Last Dance. A conversation with Daniel Krikorian.

    Today's episode is a little different. Instead of me doing the interviewing, I am the one being interviewed. This conversation comes from an episode of another podcast hosted by Daniel Krikorian, the founder of BRemembered.io, and I am grateful he allowed me to share the interview with you here. In this wide-ranging conversation, we talk about the difference between simply officiating an event and serving as a real minister, and why that distinction matters more than most couples realize. I also introduce the idea of "the cave," that season right after the wedding, when many couples instinctively pull back to process the transition into married life. We spend some time discussing the readings in wedding ceremonies and the gravity of what is actually being said in those moments. In particular, we break down what is created between Adam and Eve in Genesis 2 and why that still matters for couples today. And we close with a practical conversation about how to end the wedding evening well and how to prepare for that final moment. B.Remembered social media accounts, please find them all linked below: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/B.RememberedWeddings Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/b.rememberedweddings/ B.Remembered Website: https://bremembered.io/   For more on David Anderson or WeddingChaplain.com David Anderson's Linktree Profile The Wedding Chaplain Website Pick up a copy of David's Book, Before God and These Witnesses, today: https://www.amazon.com/Before-God-These-Witnesses- Community/dp/1662876270. Find the Wedding Chaplain on social media: Facebook Instagram X LinkedIn Pinterest Sponsor: EWed Insurance   Podcast Cover Image: AI-generated (DALL·E)

    44 min
  2. Episode 59 - The Habit of Dating- An Interview with Jay and Laura Laffoon

    FEB 18

    Episode 59 - The Habit of Dating- An Interview with Jay and Laura Laffoon

    Jay & Laura Laffoon are "marriage edu-tainers" – a mix of education and entertainment. They have been happily married for over 35 years, and their mission is to help busy couples stay happily married for life. In our discussion, Jay and Laura briefly introduce themselves and their work. They tell us the difference between a marriage coach and a marriage counselor. I have them tell me about their annual Mackinac Island event, Celebrate Your Marriage. We drill down into their book, The Ultimate Date Night, and discuss why dating is so important. Finally, they share their best advice for couples getting married in the next few months. All of Jay and Laura's social media accounts are linked below: Their website is https://www.jayandlaura.com https://www.instagram.com/jaylauralaffoon https://www.facebook.com/jayandlauralaffoon To get a copy of any of their books or resources, click here: https://amzn.to/3NT0lq1 For more on David Anderson or WeddingChaplain.com David Anderson's Linktree Profile The Wedding Chaplain Website Pick up a copy of David's Book, Before God and These Witnesses, today: https://www.amazon.com/Before-God-These-Witnesses- Community/dp/1662876270. Find the Wedding Chaplain on social media: Facebook Instagram X LinkedIn Pinterest Sponsor: EWed Insurance

    41 min
  3. Episode 58-Wedding DJs--An Interview with Mike Lazar

    JAN 25

    Episode 58-Wedding DJs--An Interview with Mike Lazar

    We are talking about DJs for your Wedding and Reception. What is the best advice for couples getting ready for their wedding and their reception? How should couples approach their conversations with the DJ? What makes good song choices or playlists? We talk about first dances, father-daughter dances, mother-son dances, anniversary dances, cutting-the-cake songs, and slow songs vs. fast songs. And what are the things that couples don't think about? My guest on today's episode is Mike Lazar, a professional DJ, MC, and music director whose journey in music began at the age of twelve, playing drums in church. From there, Mike expanded into guitar, singing, and eventually DJing, launching his own company, Lazar Productions, at just twenty years old. Over time, his work led him into the world of live performance and music production, including opportunities to collaborate with top artists and Grammy- and Emmy-award-winning producers across the country. Today, Mike serves as the Music Director at First Baptist Church of Massillon, works with Rock the House Entertainment, and continues to run his own promotion work part-time. In this conversation, we discuss creativity, calling, and stewarding talent well in both sacred and professional spaces. Whether you are a creative, a leader, or someone navigating multiple vocational lanes, Mike brings thoughtful insight and real-world experience to the table. You can find links to Mike's work and the organizations we discuss below. To learn more about Mike, please find them all linked below: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lazarproductionsllc/ https://www.rthgroup.com/ For more information on First Baptist Church of Massillon, please visit: https://www.fbcmassillon.org/ For more on David Anderson or WeddingChaplain.com David Anderson's Linktree Profile The Wedding Chaplain Website Pick up a copy of David's Book, Before God and These Witnesses, today: https://www.amazon.com/Before-God-These-Witnesses-Community/dp/1662876270. Find the Wedding Chaplain on social media: On Facebook On Instagram Twitter: @weddingchaplain On LinkedIn On Pinterest Sponsor: EWed Insurance

    50 min

  4. 11/28/2025

    Episode 57- An interview with Judith Kaluzny

    Judith Kaluzny Show Notes A Divorce lawyer may be a strange guest for the Wedding Chaplain Podcast. However, my guest today has some valuable insights. She knows how the divorce "industry" works. And yes, it is a business. The legal system thrives when a couple goes through a lengthy divorce. Judith helps people avoid that. But she also wants people to know the legal ramifications of divorce. Divorce is not just a break-up; you need to understand the legal side of marriage. Do you, as an engaged couple, know what it means to get married according to the laws in your state? Judith is a mother of seven children who practiced family law for 43 years. After 10 years of litigated divorces, she learned about mediation. She soon gave up going to court and started helping couples with family problems and guiding them mostly through the dissolution of marriage, which they call divorce in California. Just before the COVID pandemic hit, she devoted herself to writing. For Judith's social media accounts, please find them all linked below: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarriageLicenseHandbook Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/judithkaluznyjd/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/judith-kaluzny-5a759723a/ www.judithkaluzny.com www.safeandsanedivorceproject.com To get a copy of Judith's book, click here: https://amzn.to/44Ec4ht For more on David Anderson or WeddingChaplain.com David Anderson's Linktree Profile The Wedding Chaplain Website Pick up a copy of David's Book, Before God and These Witnesses, today: https://amzn.to/3KmSort Find the Wedding Chaplain on social media: On Facebook On Instagram Twitter: @weddingchaplain On LinkedIn On Pinterest Sponsor: EWed Insurance

    37 min
  5. Episode 56- What is Love? A Conversation With Kenny Vaughan

    10/01/2025

    Episode 56- What is Love? A Conversation With Kenny Vaughan

    Shields of Strength Show Notes For as long as I have hosted the Wedding Chaplain podcast, we have not had an episode dedicated solely to love. As someone who works with couples and gets them ready for their wedding, I probably should have made this our first episode. Today's guest is Kenny Vaughan. Kenny is the Founder of Shields of Strength, a Christian jewelry line that began in 1997 after a long battle with fear and anxiety. Kenny is the Author of The Right Fight, a book on how to live a loving life. So, it might be said that Kenny wrote the book on love. Kenny has been married to Tammie Vaughan for 28 years, and they have three children...Faith, Grace, and Kennedy. Kenny has spent the last twenty years studying the concept of love. For Shields of Strength social media accounts, please find them all linked below: https://instagram.com/instagram_name: Personal IG @johnkennedyvaughan Shields of Strength @shieldsofstrength www.shieldsofstrength.com To get a copy of Kenny's Book, The Right Fight, click here: https://amzn.to/4nYEfPw For more on David Anderson or WeddingChaplain.com David Anderson's Linktree Profile The Wedding Chaplain Website Pick up a copy of David's Book, Before God and These Witnesses, today: https://www.amazon.com/Before-God-These-Witnesses-Community/dp/1662876270. Find the Wedding Chaplain on social media: On Facebook On Instagram Twitter: @weddingchaplain On LinkedIn On Pinterest Sponsor: EWed Insurance

    48 min
  6. Episode 55 Before God and These Witnesses-A Message at FBC Massillon

    06/13/2025

    Episode 55 Before God and These Witnesses-A Message at FBC Massillon

    This Episode is a recording of a message delivered at First Baptist Church of Massillon on Sunday, May 4th, 2025. Notes No guest today. In addition to my work at WeddingChaplain.com, I am also a local church pastor. In May 2025, our church went through a series called "No Ordinary Family." For the first part of the series, I discussed my passion for wedding ministry and my book, Before God and These Witnesses: How to Start a Marriage Ministry to Save Your Church, Reach Your Community, and Change the Culture While You're at It. I share some of my favorite stories from my wedding ministry over the past twenty-five years: the good, the bad, and the crazy. I also call for our church and others to re-engage the wedding world. Churches should be the central place couples turn to when they get engaged. The church should own the wedding industry, not watch from the sidelines.  The link on Amazon to purchase a copy of the book is here:  https://www.amazon.com/Before-God-These-Witnesses-Community/dp/1662876270 To visit the First Baptist Church of Massillon Website: FBCMassillon.org For more on David Anderson or WeddingChaplain.com David Anderson's Linktree Profile The Wedding Chaplain Website Find the Wedding Chaplain on social media: On Facebook On Instagram Twitter: @weddingchaplain On LinkedIn On Pinterest Sponsor: EWed Insurance

    33 min
  7. Episode 54- Generation Tux- An Interview With Jessica Garrabrant

    05/29/2025

    Episode 54- Generation Tux- An Interview With Jessica Garrabrant

    Generation Tux Show Notes Today's guest is Jessica Garrabrant.  She is a Showroom Manager for Generation Tux in Columbus, Ohio.  Generation Tux is the leading online rental company for Tuxedos and Suits. Jessica will discuss her role in the company and how the tuxedo rental process has evolved over the years. She will share how Generation Tux strives to make the process easy. We will discuss renting versus buying, suits versus tuxedos, styles, and the best choices for both indoor and outdoor ceremonies. And as a bonus, Jessica will tell us about their new Dog Tuxedo line in partnership with the ASPCA. Generation Tux website: https://www.generationtux.com For Generation Tux social media accounts, please find them all linked below: ·        Instagram  ·        Facebook ·        Pinterest ·        Twitter ·        TikTok ·        Youtube To visit Jessica's store in Columbus, Ohio, click here: https://generationtux.com/showrooms/columbus Generation Tux is offering listeners of the Wedding Chaplain Podcast a special 20% discount. Email David at david@weddingchaplain.com to get the promo code. For more on David Anderson or WeddingChaplain.com David Anderson's Linktree Profile The Wedding Chaplain Website Pick up a copy of David's Book, Before God and These Witnesses, today: https://www.amazon.com/Before-God-These-Witnesses-Community/dp/1662876270. Find the Wedding Chaplain on social media: On Facebook On Instagram Twitter: @weddingchaplain On LinkedIn On Pinterest Sponsor: EWed Insurance

    29 min
  8. Episode 53- An Interview with Kayla Satava--Prestige Ballroom Dancing

    05/01/2025

    Episode 53- An Interview with Kayla Satava--Prestige Ballroom Dancing

    Today's guest is Kayla Satava.  Kayla is a dance instructor at the family-owned Prestige Ballroom Dancing Studio in Northeast Ohio. While she teaches all kinds of dance classes and programs, today we are talking about engaged couples getting ready for their first dance. When the DJ announces at your wedding, "The bride and groom will begin their lives together with their first dance," what will you do? Kayla does not want you to leave one of the most important parts of your special day to chance. This will be the first time all of your loved ones see you together on the dance floor as husband and wife. Kayla talks about practicing and preparing for this big moment. Kayla and her dad also teach a Marriage Enrichment Dance Program. A healthy and happy marriage requires trust, patience, and great communication skills, which are also needed to be a good social dancer. Many couples use dance lessons to reconnect with each other, and these classes are set up to do just that.   Prestige Ballroom Dancing Website: https://www.prestigeballroom.com/ Facebook (Hudson Studio): https://www.facebook.com/PrestigeBallroomHudson/ Facebook (North Canton Studio): https://www.facebook.com/NorthCantonBallroom For more on David Anderson or WeddingChaplain.com David Anderson's Linktree Profile The Wedding Chaplain Website Pick up a copy of David's Book, Before God and These Witnesses, today: https://www.amazon.com/Before-God-These-Witnesses-Community/dp/1662876270. Find the Wedding Chaplain on social media: On Facebook On Instagram Twitter: @weddingchaplain On LinkedIn On Pinterest Sponsor: EWed Insurance

    33 min
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Rev. Dr. David Anderson has walked over 1800 couples to their wedding day. And he wants to share that journey with you. This podcast is a boot camp or education for engaged couples preparing for their wedding day. Preparing for marriage and getting ready for a wedding are two separate things. We want you to have healthy marriages and perfect wedding ceremonies.

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  • Creator
    David Anderson
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    60
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026, David Anderson, All Rights Reserved
  • Show Website
    The Wedding Chaplain Podcast