The Wedding Guide Podcast

They say not to bring children or animals to weddings…but what if your wedding wont be complete without your favourite furbaby? Today we chat with Karryn from The Wedding Sitter who takes us through what they do to get your furbaby there and back home safe and sound. Website: www.theweddingsitter.pet/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/theweddingsitter.au @theweddingsitter.au Facebook: www.facebook.com/theweddingsitter.au/ Your Host, Pete The Celebrant is a young Melbourne wedding celebrant and MC who creates relaxed, natural and easy-going wedding ceremonies. You can follow Pete on: Website: www.petethecelebrant.com.au/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/petethecelebrant/ @petethecelebrant Facebook www.facebook.com/petethecelebrant Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ9JPBzRGQRpfjFqBE5OnQA?view_as=subscriber Linkedin www.linkedin.com/in/peter-hordern-8a772a56/

You want the dance floor full, the atmosphere buzzing and a memory for everyone to talk about for years to come…sounds like you need a band! Today we talk with Greg Byrne from Lily Road who are one of Australia’s BEST wedding bands comprising a group of professional musicians and DJ’s. We talk about a couples process booking a band, what they can expect on the day and if there’s anything they should keep in mind when planning; like venue sound restrictions. Website: www.lilyroad.com.au/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/lilyroadevents Instagram: www.instagram.com/lilyroadband/  @lilyroadband   Your Host, Pete The Celebrant is a young Melbourne wedding celebrant and MC who creates relaxed, natural and easy-going wedding ceremonies. You can follow Pete on: Website: www.petethecelebrant.com.au/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/petethecelebrant/ @petethecelebrant Facebook www.facebook.com/petethecelebrant Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ9JPBzRGQRpfjFqBE5OnQA?view_as=subscriber Linkedin www.linkedin.com/in/peter-hordern-8a772a56/

It's time to meet some incredible Celebrants and today we have Melbourne-based, Damon Hughes. We learn all about his story of becoming a celebrant, his personal style and his best advice for the day. Website: marriedbydamon.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/DamonHughesCelebrant/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/damonhughescelebrant/ @damonhughescelebrant Your Host, Pete The Celebrant is a young Melbourne wedding celebrant and MC who creates relaxed, natural and easy-going wedding ceremonies. You can follow Pete on: Website: www.petethecelebrant.com.au/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/petethecelebrant/ @petethecelebrant Facebook www.facebook.com/petethecelebrant Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ9JPBzRGQRpfjFqBE5OnQA?view_as=subscriber Linkedin www.linkedin.com/in/peter-hordern-8a772a56/ The Wedding Guide Podcast is proudly sponsored by Easy Weddings. Easy Weddings helps thousands of couples nail their big day every year. With their award-winning directory and mobile apps you can find and book top-rated wedding suppliers, stay on track with their planning tools, or for a more hands-off approach, work with a wedding planner to save you time and money. And it’s free! Jump onto EasyWeddings.com.au to start your stress-free journey up the aisle today.

I’ve been searching for something unique and I’ve finally found it – keepsakes and personalised wedding toppers. Meet Esra Ratten, the owner of Peg and Pip and also one of my brides in March 2022. We talk about her wedding advice and how her covid lockdown boredom gave birth to Pep and Pip. Website: peg-and-pip.square.site/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/peg.and.pip Instagram: www.instagram.com/peg.and.pip/ @peg.and.pip Your Host, Pete The Celebrant is a young Melbourne wedding celebrant and MC who creates relaxed, natural and easy-going wedding ceremonies. You can follow Pete on: Website: www.petethecelebrant.com.au/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/petethecelebrant/ @petethecelebrant Facebook www.facebook.com/petethecelebrant Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ9JPBzRGQRpfjFqBE5OnQA?view_as=subscriber Linkedin www.linkedin.com/in/peter-hordern-8a772a56/ The Wedding Guide Podcast is proudly sponsored by Easy Weddings. Easy Weddings helps thousands of couples nail their big day every year. With their award-winning directory and mobile apps you can find and book top-rated wedding suppliers, stay on track with their planning tools, or for a more hands-off approach, work with a wedding planner to save you time and money. And it’s free! Jump onto EasyWeddings.com.au to start your stress-free journey up the aisle today.

Want those authentic wedding moments captured forever? Meet Ashleigh Haase, Wedding Photographer Extraordinaire! Ash shares her story from law student to photographer, how she helps couples with incredible photos and offers great advice for making your wedding meaningful. Website: ashleighhaase.com/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/ashleighhaasephotography/@ashleighhaasephotography Facebook: www.facebook.com/ashleighhaasephotography Your Host, Pete The Celebrant is a young Melbourne wedding celebrant and MC who creates relaxed, natural and easy-going wedding ceremonies. You can follow Pete on: Website: www.petethecelebrant.com.au/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/petethecelebrant/ @petethecelebrant Facebook www.facebook.com/petethecelebrant Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ9JPBzRGQRpfjFqBE5OnQA?view_as=subscriber Linkedin www.linkedin.com/in/peter-hordern-8a772a56/ The Wedding Guide Podcast is proudly sponsored by Easy Weddings. Easy Weddings helps thousands of couples nail their big day every year. With their award-winning directory and mobile apps you can find and book top-rated wedding suppliers, stay on track with their planning tools, or for a more hands-off approach, work with a wedding planner to save you time and money. And it’s free! Jump onto EasyWeddings.com.au to start your stress-free journey up the aisle today.

I’ve mentioned them many times as they are one of my favourite venues: Panama Dining Room! Today we meet Luke Stepsys, the proud owner of Panama who under his watch has hosted over 1000 weddings. Allow me to introduce to you the man behind the business, Luke Stepsys. Website: www.thepanama.com.au/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/thepanamadiningroom @thepanamadiningroom Facebook: www.facebook.com/welcometothepanama/ @welcometothepanama Your Host, Pete The Celebrant is a young Melbourne wedding celebrant and MC who creates relaxed, natural and easy-going wedding ceremonies. You can follow Pete on: Website: www.petethecelebrant.com.au/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/petethecelebrant/ @petethecelebrant Facebook www.facebook.com/petethecelebrant Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ9JPBzRGQRpfjFqBE5OnQA?view_as=subscriber Linkedin www.linkedin.com/in/peter-hordern-8a772a56/ Easy Name Change: https://www.easynamechange.com/au/?ref=peterhordern1b Code: PETESAVE5

You wake up in the early hours of the morning after months of planning, preparing and paying deposits. You arrive at your selected venue and the event manager gives your Celebrant the thumbs-up that we’re ready to begin... And suddenly this thought hits you... ‘I hope they’re good?!’. Today you meet one of the best celebrants in the business, Sam Lavery. From stand up comic to marriage celebrant, he’s here to create your ideal wedding atmosphere; where he believes it's not about him, it’s about you. Allow me to introduce to you the very talented Sam Lavery! Website: www.samlaverythecelebrant.com/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/sam_lavery_the_celebrant/ @sam_lavery_the_celebrant Facebook: www.facebook.com/samlaverycelebrant @samlaverycelebrant Your Host, Pete The Celebrant is a young Melbourne wedding celebrant and MC who creates relaxed, natural and easy-going wedding ceremonies. You can follow Pete on: Website: www.petethecelebrant.com.au/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/petethecelebrant/ @petethecelebrant Facebook www.facebook.com/petethecelebrant Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ9JPBzRGQRpfjFqBE5OnQA?view_as=subscriber Linkedin www.linkedin.com/in/peter-hordern-8a772a56/ Easy Name Change: https://www.easynamechange.com/au/?ref=peterhordern1b Code: PETESAVE5

Want to read the latest blog on trends and advice? Want to find your latest supplier who’s been hand-selected by those in the industry? Today we meet Natalie Drum and Jo Betz from Ivory Tribe who offer a one-stop shop for all your wedding planning needs. Allow me to introduce to you the talented Natalie and Jo! Website: ivorytribe.com.au/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/ivorytribe/ @ivorytribe Facebook: www.facebook.com/ivorytribeweddings/ Pinterest: www.pinterest.com.au/ivorytribe/ Your Host, Pete The Celebrant is a young Melbourne wedding celebrant and MC who creates relaxed, natural and easy-going wedding ceremonies. You can follow Pete on: Website: www.petethecelebrant.com.au/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/petethecelebrant/ @petethecelebrant Facebook www.facebook.com/petethecelebrant Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ9JPBzRGQRpfjFqBE5OnQA?view_as=subscriber Linkedin www.linkedin.com/in/peter-hordern-8a772a56/ Easy Name Change: https://www.easynamechange.com/au/?ref=peterhordern1b Code: PETESAVE5

Ever feel the empty space of silence that swallowed you into the thought ‘what’s missing?’ – it’s Music! The role of your Wedding DJ is to create the vibe and keep it alive. Today we meet Andy Kay from Ministry of DJs where they offer not only incredible DJ’s but also live music too. Website: www.ministryofdjs.com.au/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/ministryofdjsentertainment/ @ministryofdjsentertainment Facebook: www.facebook.com/MinistryofDJsEntertainment Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/user/13p2muk2fumlsbexr6g762kmj?si=562ed21a47b542a8&nd=1&dlsi=7159af6ec54f4c4e Your Host, Pete The Celebrant is a young Melbourne wedding celebrant and MC who creates relaxed, natural and easy-going wedding ceremonies. You can follow Pete on: Website: www.petethecelebrant.com.au/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/petethecelebrant/ @petethecelebrant Facebook www.facebook.com/petethecelebrant Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ9JPBzRGQRpfjFqBE5OnQA?view_as=subscriber Linkedin www.linkedin.com/in/peter-hordern-8a772a56/ Easy Name Change: https://www.easynamechange.com/au/?ref=peterhordern1b Code: PETESAVE5

Today I run you through some of the changes to the podcast and a huge Hello to 2024! I also talk about some marriage insights according to Easy Weddings that should help all couples currently planning. Thanks for listening and it’s going to be a great year ahead! Your Host, Pete The Celebrant is a young Melbourne wedding celebrant and MC who creates relaxed, natural and easy-going wedding ceremonies. You can follow Pete on: Website: ⁠www.petethecelebrant.com.au/⁠ Instagram: ⁠www.instagram.com/petethecelebrant/⁠ @petethecelebrant Facebook ⁠www.facebook.com/petethecelebrant⁠ Youtube: ⁠www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ9JPBzRGQRpfjFqBE5OnQA?view_as=subscriber⁠ Linkedin ⁠www.linkedin.com/in/peter-hordern-8a772a56/

Many people meet on dating apps these days, Tinder, Bumble, Hinge…and everything else under the swiping sun. Now that you’ve met your forever person that way, what if there existed an app that allowed you to find your wedding supplies one swipe at a time? Today we meet Charis White from The Best Wedding App where planning just got a whole lot more fun. Website: www.thebestweddingapp.com/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/thebestweddingapp/ @thebestweddingapp Facebook: www.facebook.com/thebestweddingapp Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/user/ndaktd1qz85rmrmicvsay53pf?si=2Fv_nRZ-SD6gXdq_OPyVpQ&nd=1 or search ‘The Best Wedding App’ Your Host, Pete The Celebrant is a young Melbourne wedding celebrant and MC who creates relaxed, natural and easy-going wedding ceremonies. You can follow Pete on: Website: www.petethecelebrant.com.au/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/petethecelebrant/ @petethecelebrant Facebook www.facebook.com/petethecelebrant Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ9JPBzRGQRpfjFqBE5OnQA?view_as=subscriber Linkedin www.linkedin.com/in/peter-hordern-8a772a56/ Easy Name Change: https://www.easynamechange.com/au/?ref=peterhordern1b Code: PETESAVE5

Venue, Celebrants, who will hold my flowers, what colour theme should we have, who will help plan my table settings and how do I szuzz my dress? Today we meet Melanie James from Melly Rain where she offers all things helping you plan your wedding! Website: mellyrain.com.au/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/mellyrain_events/ @mellyrain_events Facebook: www.facebook.com/mellyrainevents Podcast: www.instagram.com/cutthecakepodcast/ @cutthecakepodcast Your Host, Pete The Celebrant is a young Melbourne wedding celebrant and MC who creates relaxed, natural and easy-going wedding ceremonies. You can follow Pete on: Website: www.petethecelebrant.com.au/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/petethecelebrant/ @petethecelebrant Facebook www.facebook.com/petethecelebrant Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ9JPBzRGQRpfjFqBE5OnQA?view_as=subscriber Linkedin www.linkedin.com/in/peter-hordern-8a772a56/ Easy Name Change: https://www.easynamechange.com/au/?ref=peterhordern1b Code: PETESAVE5

Apologies, Apologies!!! But we're back! Here are some ruminations about how Chat GPT describes me, a refresher on writing vows and a guide to picking your vendors. Pete The Celebrant is a young Melbourne wedding celebrant and MC who creates relaxed, natural and easy-going wedding ceremonies. You can follow Pete on: Website: www.petethecelebrant.com.au/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/petethecelebrant/ @petethecelebrant Facebook www.facebook.com/petethecelebrant Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ9JPBzRGQRpfjFqBE5OnQA?view_as=subscriber Linkedin www.linkedin.com/in/peter-hordern-8a772a56/ Easy Name Change: https://www.easynamechange.com/au/?ref=peterhordern1b Code: PETESAVE5

Whether it’s Outlander or Braveheart that tickles your fancy, it’s the Bagpipes that draws us in with its commanding presence. Have you ever considered having bagpipes at your own wedding? Today we chat with Josh Chandler, a Melbourne based bagpiper who takes us through his personal history of the bagpipes and how he can join you on your big day. Website: joshchandlerbagpiping.com/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/josh.chandler.bagpiping/ @josh.chandler.bagpiping Facebook: www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063736834663 Your Host, Pete The Celebrant is a young Melbourne wedding celebrant and MC who creates relaxed, natural and easy-going wedding ceremonies. You can follow Pete on: Website: www.petethecelebrant.com.au/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/petethecelebrant/ @petethecelebrant Facebook www.facebook.com/petethecelebrant Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ9JPBzRGQRpfjFqBE5OnQA?view_as=subscriber Linkedin www.linkedin.com/in/peter-hordern-8a772a56/ Easy Name Change: https://www.easynamechange.com/au/?ref=peterhordern1b Code: PETESAVE5

To dance or not to dance, that is the question. Today we talk with Anthony Auffret from First Dance Academy. Anthony teaches couples all across the globe to learn a personally choreographed dance for their wedding. Each dance will be unique so you don’t have to fear a rinse-and-repeat performance your friends may have learnt. Website: firstdanceacademy.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefirstdanceacademy @thefirstdanceacademy Your Host, Pete The Celebrant is a young Melbourne wedding celebrant and MC who creates relaxed, natural and easy-going wedding ceremonies. You can follow Pete on: Website: www.petethecelebrant.com.au/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/petethecelebrant/ @petethecelebrant Facebook www.facebook.com/petethecelebrant Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ9JPBzRGQRpfjFqBE5OnQA?view_as=subscriber Linkedin www.linkedin.com/in/peter-hordern-8a772a56/

You’ve been welcomed to the front, you’re holding the microphone and with everyone watching and waiting it’s your time to give the speech. Are you ready? Today we talk with Richard Ford from Life Is A Speech. Richard helps individuals from all across the globe share the perfect speech, one that’s sentimental, funny and memorable for all the right reasons. With over 400 x 5 star reviews you know you’re in safe hands. Website: www.lifeisaspeech.com/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/lifeisaspeech/ @lifeisaspeech Your Host, Pete The Celebrant is a young Melbourne wedding celebrant and MC who creates relaxed, natural and easy-going wedding ceremonies. You can follow Pete on: Website: www.petethecelebrant.com.au/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/petethecelebrant/ @petethecelebrant Facebook www.facebook.com/petethecelebrant Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ9JPBzRGQRpfjFqBE5OnQA?view_as=subscriber Linkedin www.linkedin.com/in/peter-hordern-8a772a56/

Is there a way to plan your Wedding AND strengthen your relationship with your partner at the same time? Today we talk with Amy Shack Egan from Modern Rebel where they help couples with Planning, Designing and Co-ordinating their Weddings.  From celebrities to every day power couples they’ve done it all and with a unique blend of keeping the relationship the main thing.   Website: www.modernrebelco.com/ Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@modernrebelco Instagram: www.instagram.com/modernrebelandco/  @modernrebelandco @amyshackegan   Your Host, Pete The Celebrant is a young Melbourne wedding celebrant and MC who creates relaxed, natural and easy-going wedding ceremonies. You can follow Pete on: Website: www.petethecelebrant.com.au/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/petethecelebrant/ @petethecelebrant Facebook www.facebook.com/petethecelebrant Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ9JPBzRGQRpfjFqBE5OnQA?view_as=subscriber Linkedin www.linkedin.com/in/peter-hordern-8a772a56/

The person you allow on the microphone will dictate the vibe of your day, so you want to know you're in safe hands. We talk with Nathan Cassar, a full time MC who is dedicated to the highest level of entertainment to ensure you and your guests have the time of your lives.   Website: nathancassar.com.au/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/NathanCassar.MC/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/nathancassar_mc/  @nathancassar_mc   Your Host, Pete The Celebrant is a young Melbourne wedding celebrant and MC who creates relaxed, natural and easy-going wedding ceremonies. You can follow Pete on: Website: www.petethecelebrant.com.au/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/petethecelebrant/ @petethecelebrant Facebook www.facebook.com/petethecelebrant Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ9JPBzRGQRpfjFqBE5OnQA?view_as=subscriber Linkedin www.linkedin.com/in/peter-hordern-8a772a56/

Today we talk with Dimitrios Psyllos, a Melbourne based Celebrant. Dimitrios not only has an epic beard, but also brings his ability to speak Greek and his understanding of traditional elements within Orthodox ceremonies. Website: www.thestellarbrant.com.au/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/thestellarbrant_celebrant/ @stellarbrant_celebrant Facebook: www.facebook.com/theStellarbrant/ Want to change your name? Head over to: https://app.easynamechange.com/au/?ref=peterhordern1  Save $5 with the DISCOUNT CODE: PETESAVE5 Your Host, Pete The Celebrant is a young Melbourne wedding celebrant and MC who creates relaxed, natural and easy-going wedding ceremonies. You can follow Pete on: Website: www.petethecelebrant.com.au/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/petethecelebrant/ @petethecelebrant Facebook www.facebook.com/petethecelebrant Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ9JPBzRGQRpfjFqBE5OnQA?view_as=subscriber Linkedin www.linkedin.com/in/peter-hordern-8a772a56/

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