JJ the Wedding Planner's Podcast

 "Welcome back, amigxs! I know real friends don't hold back on each other, so my bad for the lack of communication this year! I've dropped some hints in previous episode intros, but I finally got some one-on-one time with you para desahogarme!  If you've been having a crazy year like me, grab a glass of wine (or tesito, I dont judge!) and listen in. I hope you can find a few words of encouragement here. Con Amor, JJ"Subscribe, rate, and review us!Sign up for our Newsletter to be the FIRST to know when our Episodes are released, plus a bunch of extra juicy notes and info!Go here: https://tinyurl.com/JJsPodcastNewsletterLet's connect! IG & Facebook: @jjtheweddingplannerco Engaged?? Check out our Wedding Packages & Rates here: www.jjtheweddingplannerco.com

Interview with Rev. Whittney IjanatenWelcome, all to another exciting episode! You're gonna want to listen to this with your partner as you work through creating your ceremony! Rev. Whittney Ijanaten is the owner and lead officiant of "Rev. I, do Officiating" based in Los Angeles CA. She is an internationally ordained minister in the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) where she specializes in affirming ALL LOVE forms, to include but not be limited to, LGBTQ+, interfaith, and non-religious nuptials. Rev. Whittney received her Masters of Divinity from Christian Theological Seminary which has enabled her to offer an array of services that span from ceremony officiating, premarital counseling, and pastoral care and direction.IG @revido_officiatingConsultations: www.revidoofficiating.com Engaged?? Check out our Wedding Packages & Rates here: www.jjtheweddingplannerco.com

Entrevista con “Latinos with Passports”!“Hola mi Gente! We're Danny and Laurie Navarro, and we're so glad you're here! We share our lifestyle in the skies and on the ground with a Spanglish twist. Viajando por el mundo (traveling the world) is our passion, and we like to do it in style by optimizing award points and miles while keeping a zero-based budget. As first-generation Latinos, we're reclaiming the “first” in first-class flights and lounges, and top-tier hotels. If you're ready to travel, we hope our travel and dinero tips help you reach the skies sooner! As you'll always hear us say, “Vamos viajando. The world needs to see us!”IG @LatinosWithPassportsBlog: www.latinos with passports.com Engaged?? Check out our Wedding Packages & Rates here: www.jjtheweddingplannerco.com

Interview with Krista Parker AMFTWelcome to Season 3!!!!! Let's just say we are starting it off with pure FIRE! Today's episode is the perfect kick-off to this season because it shows how deep we are about to get in these conversations! Help me welcome Krista!“Krista Parker is a second-generation Filipina American, a true valley girl at heart, and an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist. She helps individuals, families, and couples and specializes in trauma, grief and loss, anxiety, relationships, and BIPOC/Asian American cultural challenges and issues. Krista graduated from Pepperdine University with her Master's in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy, and she is currently a Ph.D. candidate at Antioch University and a therapist at Calabasas Counseling and Grief Recovery Center. Krista has grown a passion for social justice in the mental health field for the POC community and her mission is to open the conversation about mental health and grief in hopes to destigmatize mental health and end intergenerational trauma in the BIPOC/AAPI community."Tell us what you thought about this conversation by leaving us a review? Do you want more of this type of content?How to get in contact with Krista: @TherapyByKrista How to get in contact with JJ: @JJtheWeddingPlannerCo Engaged?? Check out our Wedding Packages & Rates here: www.jjtheweddingplannerco.com 

Enjoy this bonus episode, JJ has been busy this season! Catch up on how things have been with her. Happy Holidays! 

Interview with Pete from Bar ProsWelcome to this episode! Grab your notebook for today's episode and read a bit more about our guest!Pete's story is much like many of us wedding professionals. He took his Hobby/Pasion of Bartending and turned it into a small business. With now 15 years of mobile bartending experience, he's seen a lot as a business owner AND as a service provider. He has grown the business from just himself to a whole team of 10 bartenders (with even more room to grow!). He is located out of Fontana but they service the IE, OC, and LA. Bar Pros specialize in Weddings and next-level events.How to contact Bar Pros:@Bar_Pros_*Subscribe, rate, and review us!*Sign up for our Newsletter to be the FIRST to know when our Episodes are released, plus a bunch of extra juicy notes and info! Go here: https://tinyurl.com/JJsPodcastNewsletterEngaged?? Check out our Wedding Packages & Rates here: www.jjtheweddingplannerco.com Let's connect! IG & Facebook: @jjtheweddingplannerco Screenshot and tag us with your thoughts!  --"Love begins in a moment, grows over time, and lasts an Eternity." www.JJlaWeddingPlanner.Com & 661-371-8533 50% off your first "Miss to Mrs" Box HERE.

Interview with Mona Rosa LAWelcome to this episode! Grab your notebook for today's episode and check read a bit about our guest!“Mona Rosa is made up of two sisters, Maria & Fatima Jimenez who are floral artists, best friends & business partners from the San Fernando Valley & Los Angeles. They operate out of Los Angeles, formerly known as Tongva Land, where the Tongva indigenous people still reside. Mona Rosa was named after their mother, Ramona & grandmother, Maria Rosario. Both migrated here from Mexíco for the betterment of their family. They were taught the importance of respecting, protecting & caring for Mother Nature & passed this knowledge down.The Jimenez sisters grew up surrounded by fruit trees, plants, herbs & flower gardens in their family homes. This sparked their passions & inspired the small business venture in 2019. They believe in integrating their beliefs into their business. The sisters are social justice activists & volunteers for ‘Somos Familia Valle' & ‘The Social Impact Center' which are two LGBTQ non-profits that stand for the liberation of all QTPOC (Queer Trans People of Color) & other marginalized communities. Mona Rosa offers dry & fresh floral services for all occasions, custom orders, events, & productions. They are known for their unique monthly zodiac bouquets. You can also catch them at a local pop in the LA area.” Contact Mona Rosa on IG @MonaRosa.LA*Subscribe, rate, and review us!*Engaged?? Check out our Wedding Packages & Rates here: www.jjtheweddingplannerco.com Let's connect! IG & Facebook: @jjtheweddingplannerco Screenshot and tag us with your thoughts! --"Love begins in a moment, grows over time, and lasts an Eternity." https://www.jjtheweddingplannerco.com/ & 661-371-8533 50% off your first "Miss to Mrs" Box HERE.

Interview con Chef Raul!Welcome to this episode! Grab your notebook for today’s episode and check read a bit about our guest!“Raul Morales is the recipient of a multi-generation recipe and tradition for “Tacos Al Pastor”. He represents the 3rd generation making the acclaimed Tacos Al Pastor. Born and raised in Michoacan, one of the most culinary diverse states in Mexico. Today, Raul proudly embraces his youth as an apprentice of the taco trade thru his uncle’s street cart of tacos al pastor. Raul often daydreams of those days when he would spend long hours setting up the “trompo” with the marinated meat. (Trompo: long spit where the thin strips of spice-marinated meat are stacked onto for grilling.) This was an art and a skill. He made sure that every layer of meat had the right amount of spices and marinade and was pressured correctly so it would cook evenly and to perfection. His faith was set when Raul, back then, still in his late teen years, decides to “robarse” run away with his beloved girlfriend (now wife of decades). This act, in traditional Mexico, meant the formation of a new home, and as such the man had to support it. But how? No other way than what he knew best. “Tacos Al Pastor”…THE REST IS HISTORY…”How to contact Chef Raul:Www.TaqueriaVistaHermosa.Com@Taqueria_Vista_Hermosa*Subscribe, rate, and review us!*Sign up for our Newsletter to be the FIRST to know when our Episodes are released, plus a bunch of extra juicy notes and info! Go here: https://tinyurl.com/JJsPodcastNewsletterEngaged?? Check out our Wedding Packages & Rates here: www.jjtheweddingplannerco.com Let’s connect! IG & Facebook: @jjtheweddingplannerco Screenshot and tag us with your thoughts! --"Love begins in a moment, grows over time, and lasts an Eternity." www.JJlaWeddingPlanner.Com & 661-371-8533 50% off your first "Miss to Mrs" Box HERE.

Entrevista with Pastor Sadie Welcome to this episode! Grab your notebook for today’s episode and read a bit about our guest!“Rev. Sadie Cullumber serves as the Lead Pastor of Harbor Christian Church in Newport Beach. She is invested in creating an inclusive and open-hearted community within the church. Sadie brings many years of educational background to her ministry. Before becoming a pastor, she was a teacher and school counselor. Now Sadie lives in Costa Mesa with her husband and their two daughters.”*Subscribe, rate, and review us!*Sign up for our Newsletter to be the FIRST to know when our Episodes are released, plus a bunch of extra juicy notes and info! Go here: https://tinyurl.com/JJsPodcastNewsletterEngaged?? Check out our Wedding Packages & Rates here: www.jjtheweddingplannerco.com Let’s connect! IG & Facebook: @jjtheweddingplannerco Screenshot and tag us with your thoughts! --"Love begins in a moment, grows over time, and lasts an Eternity." www.JJlaWeddingPlanner.Com & 661-371-8533 50% off your first "Miss to Mrs" Box HERE.

In what order should I book my Vendors? 0:50- JJ talks about what we’ll cover today. We’ll go over which vendors to book first, and also how to pick Vendors you can trust. Get ready for notes!1:43-Don’t put the cart before the horse! Ok- old school saying but we mean, it’s important to do a few things in this order to simplify the start of your planning. 2:32- These you can technically do interchangeably, but 100% the first two to start with. 6:06- Book the Vendors that can only do one event per day, like...7:27- Vendors that can do/deliver for multiple events. Did you know you can chat directly with JJ? It’s true! Schedule a *FREE* 30 minute Q&A time here: https://calendly.com/jjtheweddingplannerco/call?back=1&month=2021-04Subscribe, rate, and review us!Sign up for our Newsletter to be the FIRST to know when our Episodes are released, plus a bunch of extra juicy notes and info! Go here: https://tinyurl.com/JJsPodcastNewsletterLet’s connect! IG & Facebook: @jjtheweddingplannerco --"Love begins in a moment, grows over time, and lasts an Eternity." www.JJlaWeddingPlanner.Com & 661-371-8533 50% off your first "Miss to Mrs" Box HERE.

Entrevista con Soledad’s from @WealthParaTodosWelcome to this episode! Grab your notebook for today’s episode a d check read a bit about our guest!“Rita-Soledad Fernández Paulino is a former math teacher turned personal finance enthusiast. While sick on medical leave in March 2019, she started to develop her financial literacy by reading books, listening to podcasts, and watching YouTube videos. By May 2019, she became the Chief Financial Officer for a small start-up called the "Puro Party Paulinos" aka her family of four. Within 19 months in her new role, Soledad used zero-based budgeting to pay off about $23k in student loan debt, save a 6-month emergency fund, max out IRAs for her husband and herself, maxed out her husband's 401k account, and created an early retirement plan. She has since started studying to become a Certified Financial Planner to ensure more BIPOC & LGBTQ gente can receive financial planning from someone who understands their challenges and dreams. Soledad is committed to talking dinero with anyone willing to listen so that we can all build wealth juntos.”*Subscribe, rate and review us!*Sign up for our Newsletter to be the FIRST to know when our Episodes are released, plus a bunch of extra juicy notes and info! Go here: https://tinyurl.com/JJsPodcastNewsletterEngaged?? Check out our Wedding Packages & Rates here: www.jjtheweddingplanner.com Let’s connect! IG & Facebook: @jjtheweddingplanner Screenshot and tag us with your thoughts! --"Love begins in a moment, grows over time, and lasts an Eternity." www.JJtheWeddingPlanner.Com & 661-371-8533

What to expect from 20210:50- Feliz Año Nuevo && Welcome to Season 2!! 2:30- 2021 Wedding Trends we will keep seeing 4:35- the difference between Micro weddings & elopements! 6:50- the plus side of choosing a micro wedding or elopement 9:40- the third type of potential reception! Brunch or cake & champagne! Links from today’s episode:-Engagement Jumpstart Kit PDF: https://tinyurl.com/jumpstartkit -DM us your Q’s on IG @jjtheweddingplanner *Subscribe, rate and review us!*Sign up for our Newsletter to be the FIRST to know when our Episodes are released, plus a bunch of extra juicy notes and info! Go here: https://tinyurl.com/JJsPodcastNewsletterEngaged?? Check out our Wedding Packages & Rates here: www.jjtheweddingplanner.com Let’s connect! IG & Facebook: @jjtheweddingplanner Screenshot and tag us with your thoughts! --"Love begins in a moment, Grows over time, and lasts an Eternity." www.JJtheWeddingPlanner.Com & 661-371-8533

Episode 10: Checking in with JJ 0:50-Check in with what’s happening in our world- spoiler alert: it’s ok to NOT be planning right now!5:01- We have some exciting news! We have partnered with the “Miss to Mrs” subscription box! Links from today’s episode:-Miss to Mrs box: (50% off your first box!) https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=1365801&u=2619927&m=85612&urllink=&afftrack= -DM us your Q’s on IG @jjtheweddingplanner *Subscribe, rate and review us!*Sign up for our Newsletter to be the FIRST to know when our Episodes are released, plus a bunch of extra juicy notes and info! Go here: https://tinyurl.com/JJsPodcastNewsletterEngaged?? Check out our Wedding Packages & Rates here: www.jjtheweddingplanner.com Let’s connect! IG & Facebook: @jjtheweddingplanner Screenshot and tag us with your thoughts! --"Love begins in a moment, Grows over time, and lasts an Eternity." www.JJtheWeddingPlanner.Com & 661-371-8533

“Decide on your Date!”0:49- today’s a big day! I know I always say that, but fr fr!1:28- whether you just got engaged or you have been for a while but #covid, here are some tips on picking your perfect date!3:01- three routes you might be on:A- specific venue, open to dateB- specific date, open to venue C- general date, open to venue 4:55- which did you pick?? More info on HOW to move forward with picking a date. 11:52- lots of info in a little bit of time so make sure to go back and take your time to do this work with your partner! 13:51- Where to find us online! Links from today’s episode:-Engagement Jumpstart Kit PDF: https://tinyurl.com/jumpstartkit -DM us your Q’s on IG @jjtheweddingplanner *Subscribe, rate, and review us!*Sign up for our Newsletter to be the FIRST to know when our Episodes are released, plus a bunch of extra juicy notes and info! Go here: https://tinyurl.com/JJsPodcastNewsletterEngaged?? Check out our Wedding Packages & Rates here: www.jjtheweddingplanner.com Let’s connect! IG & Facebook: @jjtheweddingplanner Screenshot and tag us with your thoughts! ———————————————————

“Interview con Sandra Flores Photography”Get to know our guest: "Sandra Flores is a Wedding and Family photographer based in the city of Los Angeles. She started photography as a hobby 15 years ago in the city of Zacatecas where she was studying college. Once she graduated she moved back to Los Angeles her hobby quickly turned into a side hustle and into a full-time job a few years later. Sandra loves outdoor activities, coffee, hanging out with her family and friends, cooking, traveling, and of course PHOTOGRAPHY"Links from today’s episode:-www.SandraFlores.Co -FB & IG @SandraFloresPhotography -DM us your Q’s on IG @jjtheweddingplanner *Subscribe, rate, and review us!*Sign up for our Newsletter to be the FIRST to know when our Episodes are released, plus a bunch of extra juicy notes and info! Go here: https://tinyurl.com/JJsPodcastNewsletterEngaged?? Check out our Wedding Packages & Rates here: www.jjtheweddingplanner.com Let’s connect! IG & Facebook: @jjtheweddingplanner Screenshot and tag us with your thoughts!

Episode 7 show notes“Pick Your Priorities!” 0:50- Covering the FINAL part of this budget series! (Step 2 in your PDF!) 1:46- Tip #1- Together (but individuality!) write down YOUR top 3-5 most important parts of your wedding. 5:05- Tip #2- (Same but in reverse!) Write down 3-5 parts of the wedding you least care for. (I PROMISE there are some!) 6:26- Tip #3- Match up your lists! And TALK about each part. Why is that item important to you? 8:27- A little sneak peek at next week! Links from today’s episode:-Engagement Jumpstart Kit PDF: https://tinyurl.com/jumpstartkit-DM us your Q’s on IG @jjtheweddingplanner *Subscribe, rate and review us!*Sign up for our Newsletter to be the FIRST to know when our Episodes are released, plus a bunch of extra juicy notes and info! Go here: https://tinyurl.com/JJsPodcastNewsletterEngaged?? Check out our Wedding Packages & Rates here: www.jjtheweddingplanner.com Let’s connect! IG & Facebook: @jjtheweddingplanner Screenshot and tag us with your thoughts!

Episode 6 show notes“Family Contributions aka: Padrinos”0:50- Let's get into the taboo subject of family && money! 2:15- Tip #1- Get on the same page w/ your Partner5:04- Tip #2- Get ready for the convo with the fam 6:58- Tip #3- Be clear w/expectations. On both sides! 11:36- I always love a good summary.Links from today’s episode:-Engagement Jumpstart Kit PDF: https://tinyurl.com/jumpstartkit-DM us your Q’s on IG @jjtheweddingplanner *Subscribe, rate and review us!*Sign up for our Newsletter to be the FIRST to know when our Episodes are released, plus a bunch of extra juicy notes and info! Go here: https://tinyurl.com/JJsPodcastNewsletterEngaged?? Check out our Wedding Packages & Rates here: www.jjtheweddingplanner.com Let’s connect! IG & Facebook: @jjtheweddingplanner Screenshot and tag us with your thoughts!

0:55- We’re diving into the deep end to talk MONEY 2:35- If you’re not having these convos yet- it’s ok- but also- it’s time to start! 3:40- Tip #1: Don’t stress! Make time to have an open conversation with your Fiancee about your finances, savings, etc! 4:37- Tip #2: Be realistic about how much you can save/spend while planning. 7:40- Tip #3- Dream in scale! Just because you have a specific budget- that doesn’t mean your wedding won’t be beautiful and incredibly special. 11:31- Social Questions Session submitted by @marlennimarz Links from today’s episode:-Engagement Jumpstart Kit PDF: https://tinyurl.com/jumpstartkit-DM us your Q’s on IG @jjtheweddingplanner *Subscribe, rate and review us!*Sign up for our Newsletter to be the FIRST to know when our Episodes are released, plus a bunch of extra juicy notes and info! Go here: https://tinyurl.com/JJsPodcastNewsletterEngaged?? Check out our Wedding Packages & Rates here: www.jjtheweddingplanner.com Let’s connect! IG & Facebook: @jjtheweddingplanner Screenshot and tag us with your thoughts! 

Get to know our first vendor! “Cristian has been married for seven years, and he and his wife are in the process of adopting a child. His unique, versatile style as a DJ, allows him to connect with his listeners and live audiences by spontaneously transforming his style of music to create the right type of energy that is needed. He loves it when people are having a great time dancing to his music. He likes to see those around him succeed in life. During his spare time, he loves to shop, be with his wife and dogs, and travel.An entrepreneur by nature, currently owns a DJ company, Sound Company, Party Rentals, and Real Estate in California and Indianapolis.Cristian is the current spokesperson for Southern California Toyota Dealer Association & North Hollywood Toyota.He also supports St. Jude Children’s Hospital, The Salvation Army, and the Walk Me Home organization, which rescues animals.ROOTS: Born in GuatemalaLANGUAGE: Bilingual: Spanish/EnglishPROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: DJ Mixer for 23 years, Official DJ for the Latin Grammy Awards and  Univision concerts, radio producer, image producer for several radio shows, co-host, radio image, station branding, and voice-overs.”Links from today’s episode:-www.djcristian.com-FB & IG @DJCristianRadio -DM us your Q’s on IG @jjtheweddingplanner *Subscribe, rate and review us!*Sign up for our Newsletter to be the FIRST to know when our Episodes are released, plus a bunch of extra juicy notes and info! Go here: https://tinyurl.com/JJsPodcastNewsletterEngaged?? Check out our Wedding Packages & Rates here: www.jjtheweddingplanner.com Let’s connect! IG & Facebook: @jjtheweddingplanner Screenshot and tag us with your thoughts! 

“Planning through a Pandemic” 0:51 We’re living through unprecedented times 2:51 What are your potential next steps? 9:52 Social Questions Session Q submitted by @hcano222 15:08 Announcing our first VENDOR INTERVIEW with @DJCRISTIANRADIO Links from today’s episode:-Stay safe & up to date on COVID-19 https://www.cdc.gov-Engagement Jumpstart Kit PDF: https://tinyurl.com/jumpstartkit-DM us your Q’s on IG @jjtheweddingplanner *Subscribe, rate and review us!*Sign up for our Newsletter to be the FIRST to know when our Episodes are released, plus a bunch of extra juicy notes and info! Go here: https://tinyurl.com/JJsPodcastNewsletterEngaged?? Check out our Wedding Packages & Rates here: www.jjtheweddingplanner.com

“Starting the Pre-Planning Phase” 0:50 Starting our “Pre-Planning Phase” theme 1:43 Engagement Jumpstart Kit2:53 Tip #1: Get Organized & how-to! 7:55 Social Questions Session Q submitted by @ciao_adriana  Links from today’s episode:-Engagement Jumpstart Kit PDF: https://tinyurl.com/jumpstartkit-Pinterest boards ideas: https://pin.it/5qCVy06-DM us your Q’s on IG @jjtheweddingplanner *Subscribe, rate and review us!*Sign up for our Newsletter to be the FIRST to know when our Episodes are released, plus a bunch of extra juicy notes and info! Go here: https://tinyurl.com/JJsPodcastNewsletterEngaged?? Check out our Wedding Packages & Rates here: www.jjtheweddingplanner.com Let’s connect! 

“The basic get-to-know-us Episode”1:00 What to expect from the podcast 4:20 Who is JJ? 8:15 Where to submit YOUR questions to be featured next! Links from today’s episode:DM us your Q’s on IG @jjtheweddingplanner *Subscribe, rate and review us!*Sign up for our Newsletter to be the FIRST to know when our Episodes are released, plus a bunch of extra juicy notes and info! Go here: https://tinyurl.com/JJsPodcastNewsletterEngaged?? Check out our Wedding Packages & Rates here: www.jjtheweddingplanner.com Let’s connect!