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Each week Darren Conway and his fiancée Amy Corcoran will share updates on their wedding planning journey and their relationship in general, as they prepare to say “I do” in their new GoLoud Original podcast ‘The Conways’. While Amy’s already thinking of colour schemes, venues and wedding bands, Darren is more focused on the cake and hiring Star Wars Stormtroopers as entertainment. Throughout the podcast the two will come together to make decisions on their big day.

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    Episode 62: The Last Episode Before "We Do"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 33:08


    It's the final episode of The Conways before Amy and Darren get married!They reveal their feelings with the wedding being so close, things that are excited and nervous for about the wedding day, and what differences they think marriage will bring into their everyday lives. The couple also play a game of 'Myth or Matter Of Fact", where they must guess if certain wedding traditions and superstitions are true or false.For Couples Therapy, Amy and Darren give advice to a listener who's childhood best friend isn't happy that she asked someone else to be maid of honour for her wedding.And a return of The X Factor: Sound or Shite?If you have suggestions for topics or a question for Amy and Darren, send it to TheConways@GoLoudNow.com.

    Episode 61: Low-Key Celebrity Weddings

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 28:46


    After last week's episode about the most iconic celebrity weddings - the show-offs, the extravagant venues, the star-studded guest lists etc., this week Amy and Darren are chatting through some of the most low-key celebrity weddings - the stars getting married at home, in intimate ceremonies, in Vegas, with little to no family and friends present!For Couples Therapy, Amy and Darren give advice to a listener who is a terrible secret keeper, but needs to keep a big engagement secret from her best friend. How can she keep herself tight-lipped?And the show 'First Dates': Sound or Shite?If you have suggestions for topics or a question for Amy and Darren, send it to TheConways@GoLoudNow.com.

    Episode 60: Iconic Celebrity Weddings

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 38:56


    Amy and Darren discuss some of the most iconic celebrity weddings - from royal weddings, star weddings in Ireland and wedding weeks! If they could go to any celebrity wedding, who's would it be?For Couples Therapy, Amy and Darren give advice to a listener who wants to have their wedding on a weekday, but it nervous that people won't take time off work to attend.And having your phone on silent at all times: Sound or Shite?If you have suggestions for topics or a question for Amy and Darren, send it to TheConways@GoLoudNow.com.

    Episode 59: The Stag Party

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 51:10


    On this episode, you'll hear all about Darren's stag party with best man Sof, aka Sean! They chat about the accidental party bus, not being let into Coppers, among plenty more shenanigans. Sof also tells us about his and Darren's long-time friendship, how he was asked to be the best man for the wedding, and how his speech is coming along.In Couples Therapy, Darren, Amy and Sof give advice to a listener who's sister didn't ask her to be maid of honour - is she being unreasonable in her disappointed reaction?And taking off your shoes on an aeroplane: Sound or Shite?If you have suggestions for topics or a question for Amy and Darren, send it to TheConways@GoLoudNow.com.

    Episode 58: Carpet Beards and Monterrain Tracksuits

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 38:26


    A new study found that men with beards are "more inclined towards long-term commitment, loyalty and family investment", and that beards show "maturity and reliability". Darren discusses whether he would agree with this, and Amy reveals whether she likes Darren's facial hair or not.A psychotherapist has claimed that the best age to get married to avoid divorce is 25-30. With Amy being within that bracket, and Darren being outside it, the couple discuss their thoughts on this.For Couples Therapy, Amy and Darren give advice to a listener who has recently moved jobs, taken a pay cut, and is unsure whether or not they will be able to afford going to their cousin's wedding abroad.And Married At First Sight: Sound or Shite?If you have suggestions for topics or a question for Amy and Darren, send it to TheConways@GoLoudNow.com.

    Episode 57: Hello Dahlings

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2025 39:35


    Amy is having her bridal makeup trial this week, and in preparation for it, she is sharing skincare and makeup tips for other brides who are also in the lead up to their big day - from cleansing and exfoliating, to the most popular bridal makeup looks nowadays.It seems shopping centre security guards aren't a big fan of Darren, and should we petition for a video of him doing Amy's makeup?In Couples Therapy, Amy and Darren give advice to a listener who is wondering how they should approach inviting co-workers to their wedding.And eating Easter Eggs before Easter: Sound or Shite?If you have suggestions for topics or a question for Amy and Darren, send it to TheConways@GoLoudNow.com.

    Episode 56: The Wedding Planning Journey So Far

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2025 42:29


    With less than 8 weeks to go until the big day, Amy and Darren reflect on their wedding planning journey to this point. What have they learned about themselves and each other? Has there been any surprises along the way? Would they do anything differently? What advice would they give someone who is starting to plan their wedding?For Couples Therapy, Amy and Darren give advice to a listener who's girlfriend turns verbally aggressive when she drinks. Should he try to have another conversation with her about it, or should he just leave her?And Love Hate returning to TV: Sound or Shite?If you have suggestions for topics or a question for Amy and Darren, send it to TheConways@GoLoudNow.com.

    Episode 55: Card Shows and Car Parks

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2025 37:10


    The 2025 SaveMyDay.ie Awards were announced recently. Amy and Darren talk through some of the winning venues and whether they looked at any when selecting their own wedding venue, if they've attended any of the winning venues, and chat about what they were looking for in a wedding venue.Darren's been to a card show recently, and has also been asked to be a godfather. Amy is preparing for their meeting with the wedding venue this week, and chats about how someone can be branded an "influencer".In Couples Therapy, Amy and Darren give advice to a recently divorced (aka newly-single) listener who is trying to navigate the dating scene for the first time in over 10 years.And having an Ed Sheeran song for your first dance song: Sound or Shite?If you have suggestions for topics or a question for Amy and Darren, send it to TheConways@GoLoudNow.com.

    Episode 54: Things Acceptable Only At Irish Weddings

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2025 38:14


    Nine weeks out from their own wedding, Amy and Darren discuss the things that are acceptable ONLY at Irish weddings - from rock the boat and rebel ballads, to the Child of Prague.In Couples Therapy, Amy and Darren give advice to a listener who is trying to "unattract" a guy from her as she is simply not interested in him.And the Hyrox craze: Sound or Shite?If you have suggestions for topics or a question for Amy and Darren, send it to TheConways@GoLoudNow.com.

    Episode 53: The Worst Wedding Drama

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2025 40:50


    A thread on Reddit about the worst wedding drama people have witnessed inspires this week's episode. From wedding crashers and spilled soup, to father-of-the-bride speeches lasting 2+ hours, Amy and Darren react to some of the wildest.For Couples Therapy, Amy and Darren give advice to a listener who isn't keen on going to a family wedding abroad without his wife who can't make it.Sound or Shite: There should be guidelines on phone usage for guests during the wedding ceremony and afters?The couple get a question in about signing a prenup, and people are letting us know what they've had for their dinner this week!If you have suggestions for topics or a question for Amy and Darren, send it to TheConways@GoLoudNow.com.

    Episode 52: The Hen Party

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2025 38:01


    It's our first birthday episode, and what better way to celebrate than getting all the gossip from Amy's hen party! From blow-up dolls, willy straws, drinking games and plenty more! The chief organisers, Kelly and Leah join us to talk about how the hen party was planned, the activities they did as part of it, and all of the things from the weekend you definitely didn't see on social media! Meanwhile, Darren is desperate to get into the girls group chat.For Couples Therapy, Amy and Darren give advice to a listener who wants to tell her bridesmaid to stop their sharing wedding ideas and plans to another bride-to-be.And wedding speeches BEFORE the meal: Sound or Shite?If you have a question, dilemma or topic suggestion for Amy and Darren, send it to TheConways@GoLoudNow.com.

    Episode 51: Will Ya Be Me Valentine?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2025 40:17


    It's Valentine's Week! Amy and Darren debate whether Valentine's is really about love, or is it a bit of a money-making racket? They discuss their Valentine's plans and whether you have to ask your partner to be your Valentine every year.For Couples Therapy, Amy and Darren give advice to a listener who is wondering if he should get a Valentine's gift for the girl he's been seeing for the past 2 months? If so, what should he get her?And getting up to get a drink during a Six Nations game and having to pass people that are already in their seats: Sound or Shite?If you have a question, dilemma or topic suggestion for Amy and Darren, send it to TheConways@GoLoudNow.com.

    Episode 50: Johnny Blues and Cheese Strings

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2025 40:34


    It's the 50th episode, which calls for a game of Mr and Mrs! Get ready to find out who's the better cook, who's more likely to deal with spiders at home, and who has the most exes! Amy and Darren discuss their wedding menu tasting experience, which involves an unfortunate car incident on the way home. And the couple are going on their hen/stag party this weekend - but they are in for two very different parties, by the sounds of things!In Couples Therapy, Amy and Darren give advice to a listener who has to choose between going to her best friend's hen party, or her brother's baby shower. And Easter Eggs in shops this early - Sound or Shite?If you have a question, dilemma or topic suggestion for Amy and Darren, send it to TheConways@GoLoudNow.com.

    Episode 49: Mocha Mousse

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2025 38:32


    Amy and Darren discuss some of the predicted wedding trends for 2025 - including wedding branding, sky high wedding cakes, circular ceremony seating, wedding wardrobes and Pantone's Colour of the Year.In Couples Therapy, Amy and Darren give advice to a listener who is planning on proposing to his girlfriend soon, but doesn't know her ring size. How can he find out without making it obvious to her what he is up to?And for Sound or Shite, the couple debate whether receiving scratch cards as a wedding gift is acceptable or unacceptable?If you have suggestions for topics or a question for Amy and Darren, send it to TheConways@GoLoudNow.com.

    Episode 48: Cherry Tomato Bridge

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2025 37:26


    Amy and Darren chat about classic must-see movies, and Dublin's newest landmark...the Cherry Tomato Bridge. Darren's got an update on his stag party, and a listener gives the couple a tip on getting cheaper signage for the wedding. The couple also chat about this week's viral video of the bride washing off her bridal makeup minutes before her wedding ceremony. Would Amy tell her makeup artist if she wasn't happy? Alternatively, would Darren tell his barber if his haircut was awful?In Couples therapy this week, Amy and Darren give advice to a listener who doesn't have the money to go on a stag party. And for Sound or Shite, the debate is over the America tradition of leaving for your honeymoon the night of your wedding!If you have suggestions for topics or a question for Amy and Darren, send it to TheConways@GoLoudNow.com.

    Episode 47: Chicken Kievs and Crispy Pancakes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2025 28:32


    Amy and Darren give an update on how their New Years Resolutions are going so far, they chat about how Irish people react to snow, and Amy is looking for some inspiration and ideas for one of her hen party themes.In Couples Therapy, Amy and Darren advise a listener who feels like he is being "isolated" by his girlfriend who is expecting him to run around and do everything for her, while she doesn't even attend family parties for him. Should he walk away from her?And is Darren's haircut Sound or Shite?If you have suggestions for topics or a question for Amy and Darren, send it to TheConways@GoLoudNow.com.

    Episode 46: It's Giving Paro Vibes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2025 26:56


    Amy and Darren are back for 2025 and it is officially their wedding year! They reveal how they are feeling now that the big day is only months away, Amy's found out the theme(s) of her hen party, and the couple discuss what now needs to be done over the coming weeks for the wedding.With the new year brings not one, but TWO new segments to the podcast!The Conways Couple Therapy is helping out a listener each week with a dilemma they have related to weddings, engagements, hens and stags, relationships etc. This week, Amy and Darren advise a bride-to-be on how to find a compromise with her financé about how many people should be in their wedding party.Sound or Shite takes one topic sent in by a listener, and Amy and Darren must debate on whether it is sound (acceptable) or shite (unacceptable). On this episode, they discuss whether it is normal to know your partner's phone password. If you have suggestions for topics or a question for Amy and Darren, send it to TheConways@GoLoudNow.com.

    Episode 45: New Year's Eve

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2024 25:16


    It's New Year's Eve! And on the final day of 2024, Amy and Darren discuss their New Year's Resolutions for the year ahead, which include getting healthier for the wedding, and (possibly) giving up the smokes.Our listeners want to know what Amy and Darren are looking forward to most in 2025, asides from their wedding, of course! And are there any New Year's Resolutions that the couple wish the other person would make?Wishing you and yours a very Happy New Year, from The Conways! If you have suggestions for topics or a question for Amy and Darren, send it to TheConways@GoLoudNow.com.

    Episode 44: It's Christmas Eve, Babe!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2024 25:54


    It's Christmas Eve! Amy and Darren chat about their Christmas traditions, the best and worst presents they've ever received, and some classic Christmas (and non-Christmas) movies!Our listeners want to know what tub of sweets are Amy and Darren's favourites - and some controversial truths are revealed here. And if the couple could each be a character in the Nativity, who would they pick and why?Wishing you and yours a very Merry Christmas, from The Conways! If you have suggestions for topics or a question for Amy and Darren, send it to TheConways@GoLoudNow.com.

    Episode 43: Frank and Dixie

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2024 41:19


    Amy and Darren discuss about ways they could have their dogs, Frank and Dixie, involved in their wedding. From cocktails named after them, to tables with pictures of them. There's also going to be a family photograph taken with Santa this weekend, but Darren is hesitant.There's lots to catch up on - from Amy and Darren's big trip to Manchester, how shopping for Christmas presents is going, and all the mayhem post-Jedward after last week!Our listeners have been getting their questions in too. What Christmas presents will Amy and Darren get for Frank and Dixie? If the couple could get married anywhere in the world, with money being no object, where would it be? And how will they share their wedding pictures with the world? If you have suggestions for topics or a question for Amy and Darren, send it to TheConways@GoLoudNow.com.

    Episode 42: A Jepic Time with Jedward

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2024 48:51


    Get ready for the most chaotic episode of The Conways (or The Jonways, as we are renaming it this week). John and Edward, aka Jedward, drop by and there is no topic that doesn't get covered. From I'm A Celebrity, starring in TV commercials, the pressures of getting married and having kids in Ireland, to favourite crisps, Elvis impersonations and fart walks!Thanks so much to Jedward for coming on! If you have suggestions for topics or a question for Amy and Darren, send it to TheConways@GoLoudNow.com.

    Episode 41: Defying Gravity

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2024 36:01


    Amy and Darren discuss 'deconstructed weddings', where a traditional wedding day is broken down into bite-sized parts. How would they feel about having their legal signing, ceremony and reception on different days, instead of one big day? They also chat about other popular wedding venues, like manors, barns and people's back gardens.Darren's got Wicked fever, while also preparing to head to Manchester for a big United game this week. Since Amy is heading along too, she's quizzed on some past and present Man United players. And the couple try to figure out what presents they are getting each other for Christmas.Our listeners have been in touch too. One shares his experiences of the fore-mentioned "Yoke Yops" from last week's episode. And another wants to know more about Darren's taste in heavy metal music. If you have suggestions for topics or a question for Amy and Darren, send it to TheConways@GoLoudNow.com.

    Episode 40: Advice for the Grooms

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2024 36:58


    After last week's episode with advice for the brides-to-be, it's only fair that this week we share advice for the grooms-to-be. From timing your wedding haircut strategically and learning how to tie a tie, to checking for suit tags and checking your best man's speech.Amy and Darren have officially sent out their wedding invitations. They've also put up their Christmas tree already - controversial? And the recent chat about 'egg ick' has ignited something in our listeners, and sparked another debate over 'milk ick'.Both of this week's listener questions involve the same person, through pure coincidence. One is a would you rather involving basketballs and Nike Air Max, and the other is asking how quickly Darren will open the cards on or after the wedding day? If you have suggestions for topics or a question for Amy and Darren, send it to TheConways@GoLoudNow.com.

    Episode 39: Advice for the Brides

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2024 32:10


    Amy and Darren are sharing advice for brides-to-be ahead of their wedding day. From sharing tasks with your bridesmaids to carrying an emergency kit at all times on the big day. And even Amy as a fellow bride-to-be is learning a thing or two from this!Amy is thinking about creating an Instagram account for Frank and Dixie - but is Darren on board with this idea? With World Television Day coming up on Thursday, the couple chat about the best, worst and most missable television shows.And our listeners have sent in their questions - there's a plus-one dilemma, and is making a wedding gift list worthwhile? If you have suggestions for topics or a question for Amy and Darren, send it to TheConways@GoLoudNow.com.

    Episode 38: Cufflinks, Collages and Candles

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2024 26:46


    Amy and Darren discuss getting each other gifts on the day of their wedding, and they've drawn some ideas from the internet. From Tiffany bracelets, to engraved Tequila bottles. Some are practical, most are cheesy. But they are definitely sentimental.Amy tells about Frank and Dixie's big day out in Howth. Darren's sceptical about the Gardaí helping a stranded florist on the day of a wedding. And is 'egg-ick' a real thing?We've got some more listener questions this week. Amy and Darren debate real or dried flowers for a wedding day? And is it acceptable to not go to someone's wedding because it's too expensive? If you have suggestions for topics or a question for Amy and Darren, send it to TheConways@GoLoudNow.com.

    Episode 37: Am I The Asshole?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2024 31:14


    Amy and Darren are doing the wedding edition of Am I The Asshole, where we hear various wedding scenarios from listeners and try to determine whether they are fair in what they're doing, or totally unfair. From bringing a child to a child-free wedding, having a strict colour code for wedding guests, and stopping at the deli for food between the wedding ceremony and reception.There's a dog on this episode - and it's not Frank or Dixie. It opens the debate of the difference between a golden retriever and a labrador. Darren recalls a memorable encounter from his one and only visit to Hill 16 in Croke Park. And Amy tells us about the movie she watched this week that kept her up at night.There are listener questions about eloping, being last minute with wedding plans, and a very interesting 'Would You Rather' about a wedding ring and a LOT of money. If you have suggestions for topics or a question for Amy and Darren, send it to TheConways@GoLoudNow.com.

    Episode 36: The 'You Enjoy Yourself' Table

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2024 35:15


    Amy and Darren debate who to invite to a wedding and more importantly, who NOT to invite - from exes, distant cousins, work colleagues and neighbours. How should plus one invitations work? And will should you invite your friend that you know can get a bit messy as the night progresses?Fresh off the back of a live show, Amy and Darren catch-up on their game of Mr & Mrs in Vicar Street last weekend, and compare how they got on at the show to how they did during their trial run on last week's episode. You might have heard too - The Conways is nominated for Best Society and Culture Podcast at the Irish Pod Awards, so thank you to everyone for voting! And with Halloween this week, Amy and Darren reminisce on some of their childhood costumes, and share their Halloween plans for this year.Our listeners have been in touch again this week - wanting to know if Amy and Darren will read vows to one another on their wedding day, and what were their non-negotiables when choosing a wedding venue? If you have suggestions for topics or a question for Amy and Darren, send it to TheConways@GoLoudNow.com.

    Episode 35: Here Comes Pork Scratchings

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2024 36:04


    Amy and Darren take a look at some of wedding trends which are set to be big in 2025 - from champagne towers and fun desserts, to pets being involved in the big day. Will they be opting in or out of any of them?We hear a pup-date about Dixie, and how Darren is obsessed with her every move. Amy's talking us through the wedding invite process after their appointment at the weekend, and in preparation for Amy's cameo at the Stall It live show, there's a fun (turning-argumentative) game of Mr and Mrs played on this week's episode.There's also a listener question in about "Day 2" of weddings. What are Amy and Darren's opinion on it, and will they have a Day 2 themselves? If you have suggestions for topics or a question for Amy and Darren, send it to TheConways@GoLoudNow.com.

    Episode 34: What Are You Ringing Me For?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2024 34:50


    You'll have heard of the wedding tradition "something old, something new, something borrowed and something blue"...but what would Amy and Darren choose for each of these? Would Amy let her sister borrow her wedding dress, or would Darren lend his suit to a family member for their wedding? And the couple have some big ideas for what they are going to do with their dress and suit after the big day!Amy and Darren have got their new puppy, so you'll hear all about her. There's chats about tooth-aches and wedding invites, the podcast gets interrupted by a scam call, and Darren is blowing up his mam's phone to ask her a few questions.Some of our listeners want to know this week if Amy and Darren have a wedding planner or not, and there's options of wedding entertainment that needs to be chosen from. If you have suggestions for topics or a question for Amy and Darren, send it to TheConways@GoLoudNow.com.

    Episode 33: Nude Weddings at a Bus Stop in Finglas

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2024 29:13


    With more and more couples opting out of church weddings, Amy and Darren chat about some of the wedding venues where people have been getting married - from IKEAs and takeaways, to caves and rollercoasters.Amy's got her new hair extensions - and Darren's got his say on them. And there's a live show at Vicar Street on the 20th of October to prepare for...for BOTH Darren and Amy!From this week's listener questions, Amy and Darren have to choose between a curse that's been put on their wedding by an Owl Wizard, they hear from John B (not Johnny B) from Tipp living down under, and one listener has a name suggestion for Amy and Darren's new puppy! If you have suggestions for topics or a question for Amy and Darren, send it to TheConways@GoLoudNow.com.

    Episode 32: Money Well Spent

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2024 32:34


    Amy and Darren chat about the things at weddings that are worth the money, from entertainment and food, to photo props and videographers. Ever been to a wedding where there's been karaoke? And what is the general consensus on hiring a mobile content creator for your big day?Amy exposes Darren for sneaking off in the middle of the night, and you'll never guess where he goes? Amy loves getting her nails done, but hates pedicures for a specific reason. And Darren's taking a crash course on hair extensions.There are some more listener questions to be answered this week. A bride has a dilemma about who she should ask to be her maid-of-honour? And how did Amy and Darren know that each other was "the one"? If you have suggestions for topics or a question for Amy and Darren, send it to TheConways@GoLoudNow.com.

    Episode 31: Stop Saying My Name

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2024 33:51


    Amy and Darren discuss some of the most overrated things at weddings - from photo-booths and chocolate fountains, to the traditions of the bouquet toss and garter.Neither Amy nor Darren are fans of last week's "heatwave". Darren has a fan encounter in a pet shop in Charlestown, which Amy doesn't believe happened. And did you hear that Coldplay are playing in St. Anne's Park next year?With more listener questions to answer this week, Amy and Darren help out with a tricky wedding guest dilemma, and if Darren had to stay in character for the entire wedding and afters as either Louis Walsh, Christopher Walken or Alan Parrish from Jumanji, who would Amy pick? If you have suggestions for topics or a question for Amy and Darren, send it to TheConways@GoLoudNow.com.

    Episode 30: A Groovy Kind of Love

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2024 29:17


    Amy and Darren are still undecided on their wedding music, as well as a name for their future puppy, so a listener gives them some suggestions on both. There's an interesting would you rather question at hand involving Nasti2K and bottles of cadet at the wedding. And do Amy and Darren see children in their future?Amy's done a big clear-out of their apartment and had found some peculiar items in the process, while Darren gets ready to head down the country for a few days, where he is hoping to see his first cow in real life! If you have suggestions for topics or a question for Amy and Darren, send it to TheConways@GoLoudNow.com.

    Episode 29: Will We Wrap It Up There Then?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2024 32:42


    Happy Birthday to Amy, who celebrated last week with a concert, a cake and a brand new hairdryer! Amy and Darren review their experience of Coldplay at Croke Park. And did they manage to nab tickets to Oasis in Dublin next year? You'll find out in this episode! We hear from a listener who shares his experience of eloping to New York, and what family and friends though about it. Another listener wants to know Darren's process when buying the engagement ring, and would Amy have been happy with any ring regardless? And Amy and Darren discuss their death row meals. If you have suggestions for topics or a question for Amy and Darren, send it to TheConways@GoLoudNow.com.

    Episode 28: Pull Up Your Trousers

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2024 29:33


    Darren and Amy discuss their wedding music taste - from overdone first dance songs, the biggest wedding party songs, and song ideas for Amy to walk down the aisle to. There are also some wedding song disaster stories to chat about, which has led brides to some horrific injuries. Darren had agreed to Amy that he would do dance lessons in the lead up to their big day - so is he keeping to his word? There's a puppy update this week, as well as potential name suggestions for Frank's soon-to-be new sister. Amy shares her College Football Classic experience in the Aviva, as well as her excitement for Coldplay in Croke Park, and Darren's in need of suspenders. If you have suggestions for topics or a question for Amy and Darren, send it to TheConways@GoLoudNow.com.

    Episode 27: Don't Tell The Bride

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2024 33:50


    Amy fills Darren in on the hit TV show 'Don't Tell The Bride', where an engaged couple received a lump sum of cash to pay for their wedding, but the catch was that the groom had to do all the planning. From IKEA ceremonies to weddings in the sky, the show was truly wild. Would Amy and Darren do the show if they were offered? And what theme would they pick if their wedding was to have one?After Rose of Tralee revelations with Producer Leanne, Amy reminisces on the time she was due to take part in Miss Finglas, and Darren is going to start a campaign to revive the contest. The couple also discuss whether or not they would elope in Las Vegas. If you have suggestions for topics or a question for Amy and Darren, send it to TheConways@GoLoudNow.com.

    Episode 26: Chihuahuas and Chicken Kievs

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2024 24:08


    Amy and Darren share their fears of getting injured before their wedding - the occasions and places they will be dodging to avoid the accessory of a cast or crutches on the big day. Amy also expresses her interest in finding a good skin routine over these next few months. While Darren gives an update on his film festival debut. If money was no object, what kind of wedding would Amy and Darren like to have? That is this week's listener question, and there are two very different answers. If you have suggestions for topics or a question for Amy and Darren, send it to TheConways@GoLoudNow.com.

    Episode 25: A Hape of Destruction

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2024 32:15


    Darren and Amy discuss engagement photoshoots, and where they would get them done. They also discuss potential wedding morning gifts to each other - from jewelry and flowers, to a chipper. And is it the norm to answer phone calls and texts from people on the morning of your wedding? Darren's up for a very big award this weekend, which he is sharing all about in this episode. Amy's suffered an injury and shares her traumatic experience. And poor Darren's mam gets yet ANOTHER phone call from her son live on the podcast. Send your questions to TheConways@GoLoudNow.com

    Episode 24: 9 Months Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2024 26:54


    There's only 9 months left until Darren and Amy say 'I do' and they seem to be well on track thanks to Amy's organisational skills. The two run through a checklist and find they've already most of the work done so now all they have to do is wait - And maybe get a haircut before the day of the wedding so there time for recovery if the barber butchers Darren. Amy might want to find a new nail technician too after her recent experience and gets her mother in law on the phone for her input.And Amy reveals her hidden talent is playing the harmonica and despite being together for years it's a surprise to a doubting Darren. Send your questions to TheConways@GoLoudNow.com

    Episode 23: Why Do You Hate Me on this Episode?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2024 23:13


    Has Darren gotten scammed after giving his bank details out at his front door? Or was it just a good deed? And will Amy's unfortunate blemish ever clear up? These are just some of the topics they chat about on this episode, along with the latest addition to their household, and Darren's new fitness regime.And the two discuss the recent $600 million Ambani wedding in India and ponder whether all their famous guests were sat together leaving Kim Kardashian and Mark Zuckerberg to make awkward small talk. Darren reckons if he had that sort of budget he'd get married at Funderland, or maybe in a sauna, while Amy's dream wedding with no holds barred is... to go to Dingle?Send your questions and comments to TheConways@GoLoudNow.com

    Episode 22: Whispered Vows

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2024 38:53


    Darren and Amy are joined for the first time by the celebrant who will be marrying them, Nicola Moran.They ask her serious questions like if she's ever seen any weird animals at a wedding (the answer may involve a bearded dragon)? And if she could write the vows for an embarrassed Amy?She also shares some wedding wisdom and offers tips on dealing with screaming kids or a missing best man. And she makes a bet with Darren and a promise to Amy that he'll be crying on their big day. If you have suggestions for topics or a question for Amy and Darren send it to TheConways@GoLoudNow.com

    Episode 21: Daddy Issues

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2024 23:17


    What happens if your estranged father shows up on your wedding day? Or worse, what if an uninvited child appears and wants to be picked up? Darren confronts his self proclaimed 'daddy issues' this week, while Amy worries about her own baby, Frank, after two unexpected trips to the vet last week.Darren has an exciting venture in mind to pay for the wedding - It may involve selling all of his possessions on adverts. And Amy's much more focused on a different website that's offering her a chance to win a new car, if only they could work out the odds.Send in your questions for Darren, Amy, or their celebrant to TheConways@GoLoudNow.com.

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