If you're engaged, in the industry, or just interested in learning more about weddings, then we are the perfect radio show for you. Wedding Pro Radio keeps you up to date on the newest wedding trends, provides tips from the top wedding pros in the industry, and shares the knowledge you need to know when planning your dream wedding. We love podcasting, but when the opportunity presented itself for us to be on the ACTUAL radio, we said "heck yes"! We are thrilled to take it back to the roots of old school radio, while also making it easily accessible to podcasters! You can find our show on Big Talk Radio Network on Saturdays in the Delmarva and Washington D.C. area.
In episode 18, we bring on our guest Jessica Upton with Uptown Events Planning & Design to talk through hotel room blocks for weddings as well as the best tips for planning your honeymoon. In the third segment, Rich and Abbie dive into the ins and outs of a room flip at a wedding and share the timeline for wedding stationery. Rich shares his spotlight song of the week and top 10 disco dance songs! If you have a question, email us (abbie@weddingproradio.com OR rich@weddingproradio) or DM us on social media! Wedding Pro Radio airs on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays on the Phoenix Radio Network (https://www.phoenixradio.net/), and is available digitally on www.weddingproradio.com and wherever you get your podcast! Hosted by: Abbie Hillis with ACH Events (www.achevents.com) & Rich Leggitt with Black Tie Events (www.btevents.com). Sponsored by: DJ Song List - the app for all of your wedding music planning needs!
In episode 17, we recap a wedding that Rich and Abbie did together recently in Austin and talk about how we made it successful. We also dive into how to best prepare for a consultation with a florist and answer a question a listener had about what Golden Hour is and how to best plan for it. Rich shares a new Daddy-Daughter song by Scott Thomas Laughridge called This Dance. It is definitely a great choice if you are looking for a song to dance to with your dad on your wedding day! We finish the show with celebrity wedding updates and Rich shares his top 10 80's Dance Songs. If you have a question, email us (abbie@weddingproradio.com OR rich@weddingproradio) or DM us on social media! Wedding Pro Radio airs on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays on the Phoenix Radio Network (https://www.phoenixradio.net/), and is available digitally on www.weddingproradio.com and wherever you get your podcast! Hosted by: Abbie Hillis with ACH Events (www.achevents.com) & Rich Leggitt with Black Tie Events (www.btevents.com). Sponsored by: DJ Song List - the app for all of your wedding music planning needs!
In episode 16, we sit down with one of Abbie's past clients, Chelsie Timmins. She shares the inside scoop on how to be an amazing client. She shares how to deal with the emotions of wedding planning, creating a vision, and shares a unique perspective on kindness throughout the wedding planning process. We also talk about how to get the most out of your planner, share some celebrity wedding news, and share a fun new game you can play at your wedding. We finish the episode sharing different ideas on how to put the flow of your timeline together. If you have a question, email us (abbie@weddingproradio.com OR rich@weddingproradio) or DM us on social media! Wedding Pro Radio airs on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays on the Phoenix Radio Network (https://www.phoenixradio.net/), and is available digitally on www.weddingproradio.com and wherever you get your podcast! Hosted by: Abbie Hillis with ACH Events (www.achevents.com) & Rich Leggitt with Black Tie Events (www.btevents.com). Sponsored by: DJ Song List - the app for all of your wedding music planning needs!
In episode 15, we sit down and chat with Matthew Reid of Matthew Reid Films to discuss how to keep your wedding day intimate regardless of guest size. We address ways that you can make sure your day is intimate and special without compromising the guest count. Matthew also shares the tips he tells his clients to think about and use when booking a wedding videographer. We finish the episode by sharing some awesome tips for when you book your DJ and what to look for in contracts and how to be best prepared if you are planning a summer wedding. We finish up this episode with the most favorite love songs, great to play for dinner! If you have a question, email us (abbie@weddingproradio.com OR rich@weddingproradio) or DM us on social media! Wedding Pro Radio airs on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays on the Phoenix Radio Network (https://www.phoenixradio.net/), and is available digitally on www.weddingproradio.com and wherever you get your podcast! Hosted by: Abbie Hillis with ACH Events (www.achevents.com) & Rich Leggitt with Black Tie Events (www.btevents.com). Sponsored by: DJ Song List - the app for all of your wedding music planning needs!
In Episode 14, guest Marc McIntosh joins us to chat all things wedding vendors and marketing to engaged couples. Marc has over 25 years of experience in the wedding industry and is the co-founder of Wedding Show Pros (weddingshowpros.com), an association of show producers, and Wedding Pro News (weddingpronews.com), an online resource that provides wedding professionals with the latest industry news. In segments one and two, Marc dives into how The Knot and WeddingWire market to engaged couples and sheds insight to both engaged couples and wedding vendors on how all of the marketing works. In segment three, Abbie and Rich share a new artist that they love and also chat about tips and tricks for anyone who is planning a second wedding. If you have a question, email us (abbie@weddingproradio.com OR rich@weddingproradio) or DM us on social media! Wedding Pro Radio airs on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays on the Phoenix Radio Network (https://www.phoenixradio.net/), and is available digitally on www.weddingproradio.com and wherever you get your podcast! Hosted by: Abbie Hillis with ACH Events (www.achevents.com) & Rich Leggitt with Black Tie Events (www.btevents.com). Sponsored by: DJ Song List - the app for all of your wedding music planning needs!
Epsiode 13 is jam packed with some great wedding tips. Segment one dives into all of the changes the wedding industry is seeing and facing. In segment two, we dive into how you can manage your wedding budget when multiple people are contributing to the budget, and Abbie shares all new greenery that is making it's way as a new trend in the wedding industry as we use less eucalyptus. Segment three addresses using explicit songs at your wedding, how to plan for enough alcohol at your wedding, and Rich shares the top Country Dance Songs. If you have a question, email us (abbie@weddingproradio.com OR rich@weddingproradio) or DM us on social media! Wedding Pro Radio airs on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays on the Phoenix Radio Network (https://www.phoenixradio.net/), and is available digitally on www.weddingproradio.com and wherever you get your podcast! Hosted by: Abbie Hillis with ACH Events (www.achevents.com) & Rich Leggitt with Black Tie Events (www.btevents.com). Sponsored by: DJ Song List - the app for all of your wedding music planning needs!
In episode 12, Natasha Bracken joins us to chat all about her destination weddings, how they have changed since COVID, and the best tips and tricks when planning a destination wedding. In segment three, we dive into how you can repurpose florals after the ceremony, how to know when you need a second shooter, and we share our top bouquet toss songs! If you have a question, email us (abbie@weddingproradio.com OR rich@weddingproradio) or DM us on social media! Wedding Pro Radio airs on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays on the Phoenix Radio Network (https://www.phoenixradio.net/), and is available digitally on www.weddingproradio.com and wherever you get your podcast! Hosted by: Abbie Hillis with ACH Events (www.achevents.com) & Rich Leggitt with Black Tie Events (www.btevents.com). Sponsored by: DJ Song List - the app for all of your wedding music planning needs!
In Episode 11, Rich and Abbie break down how to build out the perfect wedding timeline in segment one. In segment two, we discuss different lighting options and share the wedding dress trends for 2021. In segment three, we chat through the logistics of getting a tent for your wedding day, and Rich and Abbie share their favorite first dance and father-daughter dance songs. If you have a question, email us (abbie@weddingproradio.com OR rich@weddingproradio) or DM us on social media! Wedding Pro Radio airs on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays on the Phoenix Radio Network (https://www.phoenixradio.net/), and is available digitally on www.weddingproradio.com and wherever you get your podcast! Hosted by: Abbie Hillis with ACH Events (www.achevents.com) & Rich Leggitt with Black Tie Events (www.btevents.com). Sponsored by: DJ Song List - the app for all of your wedding music planning needs!
In Episode 10, Kelsey Harrison of Oh Happy Day Booth and Pop and Drop join us to share all about photobooths, what to look for, and how she can add fun and unique design to your wedding through her sister company, Pop and Drop. In segment three, Rich and Abbie break down how to plan for your rehearsal dinner and who to invite, how to kick off the dance floor strong, and share the best 90's dance songs! If you have a question, email us (abbie@weddingproradio.com OR rich@weddingproradio) or DM us on social media! Wedding Pro Radio airs on Saturday and Sunday at 12:00 EST on Big Talk Radio Delmarva, and on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays on the Phoenix Radio Network (https://www.phoenixradio.net/), and is available digitally on www.weddingproradio.com and wherever you get your podcast! Hosted by: Abbie Hillis with ACH Events (www.achevents.com) & Rich Leggitt with Black Tie Events (www.btevents.com). Sponsored by: DJ Song List - the app for all of your wedding music planning needs! Contact Kelsey: www.popanddroptx.com + www.ohhappydaybooth.com show less
In Episode 9, Rich and Abbie discuss all of the logistics you should think about if you are having an outdoor ceremony. You have to think about how you are going to have sound, if the officiant is going to have a mic, is there a rain plan, does the venue provide chairs, and so much more. In segment 2, we share tips and tricks if you are a maid of honor and what role you play in the wedding as well as chat about trends and colors we will see in 2021 weddings. We finish up the episode by discussing when you should book your vendors after engagement and how to pick your songs and playlist for the wedding. We also share the top 10 wedding rock dance songs. If you have a question, email us (abbie@weddingproradio.com OR rich@weddingproradio) or DM us on social media! Wedding Pro Radio airs on Saturday and Sunday at 12:00 EST on Big Talk Radio Delmarva, and on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays on the Phoenix Radio Network (https://www.phoenixradio.net/), and is available digitally on www.weddingproradio.com and wherever you get your podcast! Hosted by: Abbie Hillis with ACH Events (www.achevents.com) & Rich Leggitt with Black Tie Events (www.btevents.com). Sponsored by: DJ Song List - the app for all of your wedding music planning needs!
In Episode 8, Paige Vaughn of Paige Vaughn Photo joins us in the first two segments to chat all about photography and what to look for and questions to ask when booking a wedding photographer. In the third segment, we discuss how to book a room block and what questions to ask, and also discuss how to navigate where to get ready if you don't have enough time with your venue. Abbie and Rich finish with sharing their top 5 favorite recessional songs. If you have a question, email us (abbie@weddingproradio.com OR rich@weddingproradio) or DM us on social media! Wedding Pro Radio airs on Saturday and Sunday at 12:00 EST on Big Talk Radio Delmarva, and on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays on the Phoenix Radio Network (https://www.phoenixradio.net/), and is available digitally on www.weddingproradio.com and wherever you get your podcast! Hosted by: Abbie Hillis with ACH Events (www.achevents.com) & Rich Leggitt with Black Tie Events (www.btevents.com). Sponsored by: DJ Song List - the app for all of your wedding music planning needs!
In episode 7, we work through how to create a budget and then how to delegate your budget to each vendor to help keep you on track on spending. Budgeting is one of the first things you need to do when you start wedding planning and in the first segment, we guide you through it! In segment 2, we chat about the new wedding cake trends we are seeing, celebrity wedding news, and how to navigate the length of the special dances. In segment 3, we share a DJ tip of the week, fun send-off ideas, and we share our favorite last dance songs. If you have a question, email us (abbie@weddingproradio.com OR rich@weddingproradio) or DM us on social media! Wedding Pro Radio airs on Saturday and Sunday at 12:00 EST on Big Talk Radio Delmarva, and on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays on the Phoenix Radio Network (https://www.phoenixradio.net/), and is available digitally on www.weddingproradio.com and wherever you get your podcast! Hosted by: Abbie Hillis with ACH Events (www.achevents.com) & Rich Leggitt with Black Tie Events (www.btevents.com). Sponsored by: DJ Song List - the app for all of your wedding music planning needs!
In Episode 6, we bring our first guest, Keith KoKoruz out of Chicago! He runs his own photobooth company, floral company, and also is the founder of the Marquee Show, a DJ and photobooth conference for business owners. After Keith's guest appearance, we chat celebrity news, discuss how to understand floral options and what affects the pricing, and drop the top 10 Motown songs for weddings! If you have a question, email us (abbie@weddingproradio.com OR rich@weddingproradio) or DM us on social media! Wedding Pro Radio airs on Saturday and Sunday at 12:00 EST on Big Talk Radio Delmarva, but is available digitally on www.weddingproradio.com and wherever you get your podcast! Hosted by: Abbie Hillis with ACH Events & Rich Leggitt with Black Tie Events. Sponsored by: DJ Song List - the app for all of your wedding music planning needs!
In episode 5, we dive straight into the benefit of hiring a wedding professional for your wedding versus hiring a general professional. Think a wedding photographer versus a professional photographer who hasn't done a wedding before, OR, a caterer vs. a wedding caterer. There is a difference and it's important to know what they are. If you chose to not hire a wedding professional, we also share how to be proactive and what questions to ask to make sure things don't get missed. We also share options if you don't want to do a first look and chat about the new wedding trend of drone videography. Understanding how your catering budget impacts your overall budget is our planner tip of the week and share lots of idea's wedding music ideas! If you have a question, email us (abbie@weddingproradio.com OR rich@weddingproradio) or DM us on social media! Wedding Pro Radio airs on Saturday and Sunday at 12:00 EST on Big Talk Radio Delmarva, but is available digitally on www.weddingproradio.com and wherever you get your podcast! Hosted by: Abbie Hillis with ACH Events & Rich Leggitt with Black Tie Events. Sponsored by: DJ Song List - the app for all of your wedding music planning needs!
In episode 4, we share all of our tips for what questions to ask and things to look for when touring your venues for your wedding day. Abbie shares celebrity weddings we need to keep an eye out for in 2021 and Rich shares the top 10 dance songs for weddings. We answer questions about making a rain plan and why vendor pricing is all over the place when you are inquiring. This episode is a great episode to listen to if you are just starting the wedding planning process. If you have a question, email us (abbie@weddingproradio.com OR rich@weddingproradio) or DM us on social media! Wedding Pro Radio airs on Saturday and Sunday at 12:00 EST on Big Talk Radio Delmarva, but is available digitally on www.weddingproradio.com and wherever you get your podcast! Hosted by: Abbie Hillis with ACH Events & Rich Leggitt with Black Tie Events. Sponsored by: DJ Song List - the app for all of your wedding music planning needs!
In episode 3, we dive into how to begin creating the wedding vibe that you want. We talk about how to create a mood board, how to pick entertainment, and how to create certain "feels" with your big day. We also share the importance of a hair and makeup timeline to keep the day on time and talk about the wedding swag bag new trend! Each week we also feature a Top 10 Song list (this week are cake cutting songs) and celebrity wedding news. Wedding Pro Radio airs on Saturday and Sunday at Noon on Big Talk Radio Delmarva, but is available digitally on www.weddingproradio.com and wherever you get your podcast! Hosted by: Abbie Hillis with ACH Events & Rich Leggitt with Black Tie Events. Sponsored by: DJ Song List - the app for all of your wedding music planning needs!
In episode 2, we dive into all the ins and outs once you begin your wedding planning process. We start with suggestions on where to start the wedding planning process, what to look for, and how to set yourself up for success. We also dive into the logistical flow for the reception and share how to pick your first dance song. Each week we also feature a Top 10 Song list and celebrity wedding news. If you have a question, email us (abbie@weddingproradio.com OR rich@weddingproradio) or DM us on social media! Wedding Pro Radio airs on Saturday and Sunday at 12:00 EST on Big Talk Radio Delmarva, but is available digitally on www.weddingproradio.com and wherever you get your podcast! Hosted by: Abbie Hillis with ACH Events & Rich Leggitt with Black Tie Events. Sponsored by: DJ Song List - the app for all of your wedding music planning needs!
In episode 1, we dive right into the impact that COVID-19 has had on the wedding industry and how we are navigating it as wedding industry professionals. We also share our thoughts on whether to hire a DJ or a band, and we also share tips and tricks for creating your guest list. Each week we also feature a Top 5 Song list and celebrity wedding news. Wedding Pro Radio airs on Saturday at Noon in the Delmarva area. Hosted by: Abbie Hillis with ACH Events & Rich Leggitt with Black Tie Events. Sponsored by: DJ Song List - the app for all of your wedding music planning needs!
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