The Elopement Podcast

Ruthanne Zouboukos

4.9 (37)
SOCIETY & CULTURE

The Elopement Podcast is the FIRST EVER wedding planning podcast for those ditching tradition and having a modern elopement! Whether you're heading to the mountains or keeping it simple at the courthouse - The Elopement Podcast has tips for every eloping couple.

08/17/2021

The Guest Episode - Everything Your Guests Need to Know About Your Elopement

The Guest Episode! Arguably the most anticipated episode I've ever recorded - today we're talking ALL about guests - or rather, how to be a guest at an elopement! This isn't just for couples to know what to tell their friends and family - but for guests to listen to so that they're prepared for the elopement day and how to best support them in saying I-do!

19 min
08/08/2021

Wildfires, Smoke & Your Elopement

An unfortunate reality of the American West right now is that wildfire season is longer and earlier than ever, and the implications are great. This episode overviews the common questions I get about fires, how to combat changed plans, and some general tips to managing your expectations.

22 min
07/12/2021

Week 8: Elopement Day Checklist

This episode covers a checklist for your elopement day to help pull together all of the elements from the previous 7 episodes to ensure your day is perfect! ruthannez.com/blog/elopement-planning-101-elopement-day-checklist for the freebie!

16 min
03/01/2021

Week 7: Hiking on Your Elopement Day

Ah - hiking on your elopement day! Sounds fun, maybe a little daunting, but who doesn’t love an adventure, right? (Some of you will answer “not me!” And that’s totally great. Stick to what you love!) However…if you’re wanting to make your elopement day a little extra exciting, and plan to hike on your elopement day, there are some things you should know! This episode covers the basics (some might feel obvious) and things that I find people tend to forget, even my experienced and avid hikers. The Elopement Podcast is sponsored by Wandering Weddings! Wandering Weddings is the #1 elopement blog for couples who are adventurous at heart & looking for help in planning & sourcing amazing vendors. Wandering weddings guides couples with the inspiration and resources they need to make their elopement dreams come true. Start planning your elopement today at wanderingweddings.com Additionally, if you’re elopement vendor looking to book more adventurous elopements and intimate weddings this year - I’ve got 10% off for you! Learn all about the perks of being a Wandering Weddings member by going to wanderingweddings.com/join-now. Use promo code PODCAST to get 10% off your first year Be sure to subscribe for weekly episodes & to stay up to date with this series, and connect on social channels below: IG / instagram.com/missruthanne // instagram.com/theelopementpodcast Website: ruthannez.com // theelopementpodcast.com Email: theelopementpodcast@gmail.com

27 min
02/22/2021

Week 6: How to Create a Kickass Timeline

Your elopement timeline can make or break the day that you have - and it all starts with accounting time for the things you want not just the things you think you should have. Timelines are unique to each elopement - so while I can't give you a personal breakdown of how your day should look, I can give you some tips on how to get there! The Elopement Podcast is sponsored by Wandering Weddings! Wandering Weddings is the #1 elopement blog for couples who are adventurous at heart & looking for help in planning & sourcing amazing vendors. Wandering weddings guides couples with the inspiration and resources they need to make their elopement dreams come true. Start planning your elopement today at wanderingweddings.com Additionally, if you’re elopement vendor looking to book more adventurous elopements and intimate weddings this year - I’ve got 10% off for you! Learn all about the perks of being a Wandering Weddings member by going to wanderingweddings.com/join-now. Use promo code PODCAST to get 10% off your first year Be sure to subscribe for weekly episodes & to stay up to date with this series, and connect on social channels below: IG / instagram.com/missruthanne // instagram.com/theelopementpodcast Website: ruthannez.com // theelopementpodcast.com Email: theelopementpodcast@gmail.com

42 min
02/15/2021

Week 5: Traditions - What to Keep & How to Make New Ones

One of the most commonly asked questions about eloping, is "what do traditions look like when you're opting out of the biggest one?" Today's episode is short & sweet, highlighting the common expected traditions & how to stray away from them while still keeping things special! The Elopement Podcast is sponsored by Wandering Weddings! Wandering Weddings is the #1 elopement blog for couples who are adventurous at heart & looking for help in planning & sourcing amazing vendors. Wandering weddings guides couples with the inspiration and resources they need to make their elopement dreams come true. Start planning your elopement today at wanderingweddings.com Additionally, if you’re elopement vendor looking to book more adventurous elopements and intimate weddings this year - I’ve got 10% off for you! Learn all about the perks of being a Wandering Weddings member by going to wanderingweddings.com/join-now. Use promo code PODCAST to get 10% off your first year Be sure to subscribe for weekly episodes & to stay up to date with this series, and connect on social channels below: IG / instagram.com/missruthanne // instagram.com/theelopementpodcast Website: ruthannez.com // theelopementpodcast.com Email: theelopementpodcast@gmail.com

17 min
02/03/2021

Week 4: Creating a Meaningful Ceremony with Meredith Richmond

A day late & switching up the schedule - here is my fantastic conversation with my favorite officiant, Meredith Richmond! We talk about making your ceremony unique, memorable, and a couple tips for the first timer friend/family officiants out there! Today's episode is sponsored by Wandering Weddings! Wandering Weddings is the #1 elopement blog for couples who are adventurous at heart & looking for help in planning & sourcing amazing vendors. Wandering weddings guides couples with the inspiration and resources they need to make their elopement dreams come true. Start planning your elopement today at wanderingweddings.com Additionally, if you’re elopement vendor looking to book more adventurous elopements and intimate weddings this year - I’ve got 10% off for you! Learn all about the perks of being a Wandering Weddings member by going to wanderingweddings.com/join-now. Use promo code PODCAST to get 10% off your first year Be sure to subscribe for weekly episodes & to stay up to date with this series, and connect on social channels below: IG / instagram.com/missruthanne // instagram.com/theelopementpodcast Website: ruthannez.com // theelopementpodcast.com Email: theelopementpodcast@gmail.com

1h 7m
01/25/2021

Week 3: What to Consider When Hiring a Videographer

I’ll be honest: video is oftentimes an afterthought. I can’t tell you how often my couples decide to hire a videographer within months of their day. In fact, I know this to be true from my own experience. We decided on getting a videographer as an absolute last minute decision and I’m absolutely grateful that we did. Today we’ll dive into the things videographers wish you knew about hiring them, what photographers wish videographers knew, and some of the questions you should always ask before diving into hiring this vendor. Today's episode is sponsored by Wandering Weddings! Wandering Weddings is the #1 elopement blog for couples who are adventurous at heart & looking for help in planning & sourcing amazing vendors. Wandering weddings guides couples with the inspiration and resources they need to make their elopement dreams come true. Start planning your elopement today at wanderingweddings.com Additionally, if you’re elopement vendor looking to book more adventurous elopements and intimate weddings this year - I’ve got 10% off for you! Learn all about the perks of being a Wandering Weddings member by going to wanderingweddings.com/join-now. Use promo code PODCAST to get 10% off your first year Be sure to subscribe for weekly episodes & to stay up to date with this series, and connect on social channels below: IG / instagram.com/missruthanne // instagram.com/theelopementpodcast Website: ruthannez.com // theelopementpodcast.com Email: theelopementpodcast@gmail.com

26 min

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09/12/2024

laraw1125

I’m eloping next year and have listened to each episode (maybe a few times!) for excellent, sound advice. It truly feels like you’re receiving guidance from a wiser, older sister. The information in these episodes is still so relevant and if you’re looking to make your wedding day as meaningful as possible, I’d recommend giving this podcast a listen. Whether you choose an elopement or a traditional wedding, there’s so much information in here to make your day truly about yourselves, the couple. And hey- if you decide to create additional episodes, I’m sure to give them all a listen. 🥰
Exactly what I need!

05/27/2022

efiori1

Girrrrlll-Seriously this is such a genius idea for a wedding photographer to have this podcast. I also love the fact that you have so many documents that are actually helpful. As a marketer, I love the fact that you were on so many platforms, and you were actually putting the client first by giving them very very helpful information.
Perfect elopement podcast

10/15/2021

erosebit

Wow! Thank you. Exactly what I have been looking for. You took the words right out of my brain 💕
SO RELATABLE

06/23/2021

ABGWB

Dear Ruthanne, I love your character and your unapologetic independence. You are well-spoken and to the point, yet you are thorough + cover avenues that you may not personally choose but that your listeners may need more information about. While you are an elopement photographer, it does not create a bias or make it sound as if you are “selling yourself” - quite the opposite. You are real + honest + full of great ideas and it is apparent that you know what you are talking about! Your timeline episode really spoke to me and helped me think through how to fill the time and make it special and personal for us. I knew that elopement made the most sense for us, but my fiance was a little bit more on the fence. You helped me gather my thoughts in order to better explain the “reasons why” to him and family. I have now listened to all of your episodes that pertain to our elopement situation + I can’t wait to tune in for more! So THANK YOU for being passionate, honest, thorough, and easy to listen to. Keep up the great work - you are helping many of us who choose to chase our dreams, break from the norm + focus on ourselves in this chapter of our journey. You have EMPOWERED us to set our intentions + follow our hearts, not traditions and other’s expectations. YOU GO GIRL! Much love, AB

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Ruthanne Zouboukos
Years Active

2019 - 2021
Episodes

23
Rating

Clean
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The Elopement Podcast

The Elopement Podcast

Episodes

The Guest Episode - Everything Your Guests Need to Know About Your Elopement

Wildfires, Smoke & Your Elopement

Week 8: Elopement Day Checklist

Week 7: Hiking on Your Elopement Day

Week 6: How to Create a Kickass Timeline

Week 5: Traditions - What to Keep & How to Make New Ones

Week 4: Creating a Meaningful Ceremony with Meredith Richmond

Week 3: What to Consider When Hiring a Videographer

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