Send us a Text Message.Today I speak with Queer Couple Experts, Ash and Dawn Noble who have helped many queer couples with their relationships. We don't often have models of how to navigate things as queer couples- and that's where these two come in! Because weddings are such a unique and often stressful time, I wanted to hear their expert advice on how to navigate the stresses of wedding planning and also how to encourage and uplift one another.Find Ash and Dawn on:InstagramTikTokTheir Podca...
Send us a Text Message.The intro and all instrumentals were written, sung and recorded by @JaynaDavisMusic Queerly Beloved, I'm so glad you joined!Please keep the community going by checking me out on instagram @wildlyconnectedphoto and come say hi! I'd love to hear from you! :)
Send us a Text Message.PLANNINGJust because I don’t always see my kind of love or gender expression represented, does not mean I am any less worthy of being in this space and having happiness.Our love has just as much of a place in the world as anyone else’sOur love deserves space in the world.We don’t need others to understand or validate our process or love.My love and how we love each other is worthy and valid.Hate has no home or place in our planning process.Even if we encounter mean spir...
Send us a Text Message.Think creating a guest list is hard!? Well it IS but then you sprinle some gayness in and it can be an even bigger jumbled mess. This episode is all about the realities of that but also all about giving practical tips that you as a queer couple can use in your planning, or that for those outside of the community, you can take some notes to share with future couples :)Things mentioned in the episode:Blog on how inviting guests is hard lolTikTok talking about Jackie Hill ...
Send us a Text Message.Gahhh sooo pumped to talk about something I've been wanting to since the start of this pod: FLOWERS! This is an aspect of weddings that still feel SOOO incredibly genderedd and I wanted to not only break those ideas down but to also hear different ideas for the future. Featuring new friends and the most rad local florists: Prairie Rose Farm and FloralFind them on instagram @prairieroseflowersand PLEASE DO YOURSELF A FAVOR AND CHECK OUT THE PINTEREST BOARD THEY MADE FOR ...
Send us a Text Message.Not only do the words we have on our website and in our social media bios matter, but also how we are showing up and chatting with our queer couples for their photos and on their wedding day.In this episode, I give some practical tips for things that I actually say to my couples to keep things feeling gender-netural and a safe environment, please steal them if you find it helpful!As always, thanks for listening! :)The intro and all instrumentals were written, sung and r...
Send us a Text Message.Hey y'all! This is obviously a not so fun topic to think about, so please be mindful of your own headspace when listening. I do my best to still keep this one pretty light, but also want to acknowledge how real these experiences are for folks and couples. This is such an important thing to acknowledge and to have conversations about so I hope you'll share this with someone who will appreciate it!Study about lgbtq+ workers experiencing microagressions in the work placeBo...
Send us a Text Message.Thank you so so much to Whitney and Zoe for sharing their journey on starting Chicago's first queer owned event space. We also just chat about the importance of being in community in both queer owned spaces as well as just being with other queer folks :)Please follow along with them on social media to support their journey and maybe even host your own wedding here :)@villanellechicago@drinkingpolicy@dorothydownstairsThe intro and all instrumentals were written, sung and...
Send us a Text Message.This week's episode is discussing how "tradition" plays a role in lgbtq+ weddings- but probably not in the way you're thinking :) Instead, it's discussed as an act of celebration for the queer community.Enjoy!The intro and all instrumentals were written, sung and recorded by @JaynaDavisMusic Queerly Beloved, I'm so glad you joined!Please keep the community going by checking me out on instagram @wildlyconnectedphoto and come say hi! I'd love to hear from you! :)
Send us a Text Message.This week, I interviewed Charlie who is the founder of The Everywhere is Queer App (PLEASEEEE go download and support and review by clicking HERE) where we discuss not only Charlie's journey with designing and releasing the app, but also the practical uses of the app especially as it relates to finding queer owned wedding businesses for you to utilize while planning your wedding. This is absolutely beautiful and a game changer for those of us in the community wanting to...
Send us a Text Message.This episode of Queer Love stories features Rebeca and Kail, a couple with whom I had the absolute delight of traveling internationally with and spending time with them back in the Cities and just adore. I hope that some of you can see parts of you in their stories and learn from their experiences as well! :)THIS is the master doc/ comp het doc that comes up when talking to Kail about her own discoveries. The intro and all instrumentals were written, sung and recor...
Send us a Text Message.You might get the sense that I'm a little passionate about this topic... because I am!This episode is all about how all of us can do the things that will truly make folks from the lgbtqia+ community feel truly affirmed and celebrated on their day and throughout their entire client journey with you.The intro and all instrumentals were written, sung and recorded by @JaynaDavisMusic Queerly Beloved, I'm so glad you joined!Please keep the community going by checking me out...
Send us a Text Message. Does a slight word change really matter? I don't think it will really make a difference.WRONG! This is about so much more than just words- it goes beyond that and shows more about your mindset for queer couples and says so much about how you're willing to truly stand up for couples vs. just be friendly. I hope you'll give it a listen!The intro and all instrumentals were written, sung and recorded by @JaynaDavisMusic Queerly Beloved, I'm so glad you joined!Ple...
Send us a Text Message.Moral of the story here is that it's a little different from everyone. BUT! There's certainly nuances and things that lgbtq+ couples may have to think through that no one else does and it's important to call those out and have conversation. I hope you enjoy!Sources:VogueThe KnotHuman Rights CampaignBBCScience DirectThe intro and all instrumentals were written, sung and recorded by @JaynaDavisMusic Queerly Beloved, I'm so glad you joined!Please keep the community going b...
Send us a Text Message.As I join along with the rest of the lgbtq+ couples that are either engaged or about to be engaged, it has me thinking about all of the various traditions of engagements, wedding and marriage and questioning what rules apply to us? I hope you'll listen along to hear some of the thoughts of my audience and share their own personal experiences of what they did and how they chose that.Happy New Year Everyone, I will see you in 2024 for more Queerly Beloved Content!The intr...
Send us a Text Message.Thanks so much to G + S for sharing their beautiful love story for us all to learn from and relate to and grow as a community <3If you're interested in sharing your queer love story with us, please say hello on Instagram @wildlyconnectedphotoORemail hello@wildlyconnectedphotography.comHappy Whatever This Time Of Year Is For You!!!The intro and all instrumentals were written, sung and recorded by @JaynaDavisMusic Queerly Beloved, I'm so glad you joined!Please keep the...
Send us a Text Message.This episode is maybe one of the most unique I've done so far- so don't miss out!I chat with Nick who is leading a study with the following description: "The Loveallways study is a project led by an LGBTQ+ affirming lab focused on newlywed LGBTQ+ couples."We chat about the importance of how the findings of this study will impact the future of our community, both from the community's perspective and outside! AND! BONUS! if YOU are queer and recently married, you can...
Send us a Text Message.This week I have friends and amazing humans, Mckenna and Tiffany with Queerly Beloved Events Co.! Yes- we do share the same name so it's double the fun.As fellow queer business owners who have a full season of planning and helping other queer couples get married in 2023, I wanted their unique insights and wisdom on the lgbtq+ wedding world. They share lots of laugh and helpful tips, so please give it a listen and share with a friend who may be wedding planning!Find Mcke...
Send us a Text Message.Hello hello! This week's episode is a follow up from the last episode, but instead things I'd love to see MORE of in 2024 as our generation is navigating a world where we have no kinds of "traditions" that feel right for all love stories.Here is the episode with Priya Parker I referenced.If you have other ideas for things you'd like to see more of in the wedding world in 2024, or just want to say hello, please message me @wildlyconnectedphoto!The intro and all instrumen...
Send us a Text Message.Alright folks! Who's ready for some change to make 2024 weddings even better and more inclusive!?There are just some things in our industry that while, aren't necessarily intended to be harmful, end up perpetuating stereotypes and trying to make couples fit into boxes. So I hope you'll join me with an open mind and you're listening ears! :)ALSO! I want to hear the story of YOUR LOVE! I'm calling all queer and lgbtqia2s+ couples to come on the podcast to share your exper...