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This special episode of Bridal Scene takes us to Bridal Market in New  York City.  This is where the top wedding gown designers come to showcase and introduce their newest designs.  This is your chance to hear the personal inspiration of the looks and styles for Spring 2007.  From classic elegance to fashion forward creations, your dream wedding dress awaits! Join us as we attend and report live on nearly 20 runway shows with some of the hottest, most noted gown designers.  First stop the Adele Wechsler Fashion Show.  We go backstage to speak with Adele.  The Adele Wechsler name has often been linked to the ever popular Destination Wedding. We continue our coverage at the Wedding Channel Couture Show located in the Waldorf Astoria and feature Paula Varsalona, Alfred Angelo and some fabulous shoes by Blue Tux Shoes. One of the most fun runway shows was the Michelle Roth and Henry Roth show.  WPN Style Correspondent, Jessica Liebeskind, goes behind the scenes to interview the head makeup artist, Lea Siegel, for Roth Runway.  Hear from the one and only Henry Roth right after the show.  "Brides want a gown that is cool just like her groom!  Down the aisle or on the dance floor brides are always ready for their close up." Then it is back across the street to St.Bartholemew's Church for the Watters show.  We have access to go backstage to grab an interview with the designer, Vatana Watters.  Congratulations on 20 years of modern and imaginative design.  The last stop of day one at Bridal Market takes us to the private showroom suite of Romona Keveza for an intimate showing of her Spring 2007 couture collection.  She offers timeless bridal silhouettes in luxurious fabrics.  Romona is charming.  The interview is informative and genuine. Stay tuned as we unveil more wedding gowns for the most important day of your life in Part 2 of Spring 2007 Bridal Market.  You're invited to a front row seat. Click this link and subscribe to the feed.  Make sure that you don't miss a single episode. Subscribe to Bridal Scene Send us your questions and comments via Email or call our toll free listener line 800-882-1259 Listen to this episode by clicking here   Visit the websites of our guests from this show. Adele Wechsler website and view the photos Paula Varsalona website Alfred Angelo website Blue Tux Shoes website Henry Roth website Michelle Roth website view photos from the show Watters website and photos from the Watters show Romona Keveza website view photos of the collection      Another great planning podcast from Wedding Podcast Network. The best place for wedding planning podcasts.  We are wedding talk radio at it's best. Thanks for listening.

Darcy Miller of Martha Stewart Weddings is not only a savvy wedding master but she is also the creator of a wonderful way to preserve all of the special wedding keepsakes that every couple has from planning their wedding.  Darcy has helped plan hundreds of weddings as the Editorial Director of Martha Stewart Weddings Magazine, but she is also a bride herself.  Inspired by planning her own wedding in 2001 she has created a way for every bride to have her own wedding scrapbook. It's time to get your "stuff" out of the boxes and into Our Wedding Scrapbook,  illustrated and written by Darcy Miller, Editorial Director Martha Stewart Weddings.  This beautiful clothbound binder is the perfect keepsake book for the special moments, celebrations and romance of your wedding. Your wedding is a whirlwind.  This easy to use book inspires you with great ideas to document the process of your wedding day:  how you met, your first date, how you got engaged, family trees, honeymoon, anniversaries and more.  You and your significant other now have a designated place to remember and reminisce your favorite things.  Savor the planning process.  Take the time to write your personal thoughts and reflections, collect things that matter to you, and showcase them in your personal book to preserve precious memories of  this very special time of your life. Darcy talks about her wedding vision and her plans when she got married in 2001.  She shares two very important pieces of advice she gives all brides.  You will not want to miss this! Gather your invitation and fabric swatches.  Get out your glue stick and photo corners and get ready to fill in Our Wedding Scrapbook featuring YOU and your significant other. To listen to this podcast CLICK HERE To visit Darcy Miller's website click here To read Darcy's blog click here Click the link to Subscribe to Meet Masters Thanks for listening.

Robert Allen speaks with Craig Michaels, a happily married man and the author of Thirty to Wife, a "What to Expect at Your Wedding" guide for every prospective groom.  Craig is also the creator of an extensive website serving as a sounding board for grooms-to-be.  Craig advises grooms starting the process:  support your bride, really listen and step up every now and then and you will be appreciated for it.  Learn what to do and what NOT to do. Hear how brides can get their groom involved through technology whether using the Internet for basic research for favors, booking travel, purchasing jewelry to creating your registry and building a wedding website.  The groom inevitably will get hooked. Listen first hand how to best deal with the family - the inlaws and your family.  Be a good son.  Communicate.  Delegate.  Be patient.  Wedding costs are out of control.  Craig shares some great cost saving ideas without cheapening the affair.  Start early, go off the beaten path, adopt a less-is-more attitude.  Saving money will save you time and anxiety in the long run. You're not getting away without wearing a wedding ring.  Tune in and hear Craig's Tiffany & Co. story.  Who doesn't love a little blue box? Click here to visit the website Craig created Groom411.com Click here to listen to this podcast We would love to hear your feedback so send us an email or call our toll free listener line at 800-882-1259. Thanks for listening

Why do women like to talk more than men?  What is "relationship talk"? Are relationships more important to women than men?  These are just some of the questions that we tackle in this episode of the LoveCast.  This show is all about communication.  Men and women differ greatly how they talk about the relationship with their partner.  Women are excited to talk.  Men automatically assume that there is a problem.  We need to understand that men and women approach problems differently and have different styles of how to work things out.  Both men and women should be rewarded for what they say and do.  Talk is therapuetic. Learn how to communicate during high stress times such as when planning a wedding.  Find out the key things to remember when you are in those stressful times to help keep the relationship healthy.  We have the answers to better understand why talk helps you connect, feel better and build intimacy. Subscribe to the LoveCast by clicking this icon Click here to listen to this podcast. We welcome your questions and comments send us your Email You can also reach us on our toll free listener line 800.882.1259 Another great podcast from the Wedding Podcast Network The best place for wedding planning podcasts.  We are wedding talk radio at it's best. Thanks for listening. .

Today is your lucky day.  Henry Roth and Michelle Roth, brother and sister fashion team, share their three generations of family bridal tradition, and take you on a unique wedding planning journey.  Be prepared to smile and laugh and hear true confessions from a pair that know the wedding business like no other exclusively on Wedding Podcast Network.  In their first show Henry & Michelle discuss the ever important pivotal component that sets the tone for the whole wedding - the wedding dress.  It's the first thing people see at the wedding.  It creates mystery and excitement.    We've heard it a million times - My wedding has to be PERFECT!  Brides everywhere have the same pressures, worries, concerns - the photos, the weather, the cake and flowers.  Henry and Michelle lift the lid on an industry that has spent years creating the fantasy.    And how do ALL brides want to look?  Can you guess?  SLIM!!!!  Henry and Michelle talk REALITY and equip you with what you can really expect.  Brides will have a deeper understanding when purchasing a gown once they listen to this special podcast.  You will learn to remain calm, use common sense and deal.    The bride's energy is part of her wedding gown.  It's how you feel inside that will make you shine on the outside.  This dynamic duo tell our listeners to enjoy the experience - the good and the bad.  They say "it's all doable.  Put everything in perspective".   Hear all about Michelle's wedding dress.  Her last fitting was the morning of her wedding day - aagh!  She discusses alterations and what you should bring to your personal fitting.  Bottom line - own it, wear it, love it!    To listen to this show CLICK HERE  

This Bridal Scene is a wonderful variety of entertaining guests, music and news in the world of weddings. We visited the New York International Gift Fair, and looked for new products in the bridal market.  We speak with Robin Kramer, Director of Sales, from Dogeared Jewels & Gifts.  Dogeared's designer Marcia Maizel-Clarke recognized the need for jewelry that speaks, and created the original word jewelry and charms.  The products at this company capture the magic of words, symbols, wishes and dreams. We think that their necklaces would make a great gift for bridesmaids and the flower girl. You've got questions....Jessica has the answers.  Jessica Liebeskind, make-up artist and lifestyle beauty expert, shares some great ideas on putting together a Bridal Beauty emergency kit for your guests.  She tells us what it is, where to put it and most important terrific suggestions on what to put in it.  Jessica to the rescue. Ready to be entertained?  Wedding Podcast Network is proud to introduce Planet Bride, an original WPN program, hosted by brother and sister fashion team, Michelle Roth & Henry Roth.  Fantasy?  Fiasco?  Reality?  Listen to a small clip of something like you've never heard before.  You will be able to hear the premier episode later this week.  It's not to be missed! Uncle Seth is a great band Robert met at PodCamp in Boston, MA.  Uncle Seth  is a "mix of pop, rock, acoustic folk, twisty grooves, tender ballads, and pretty melodies topped off by rousing vocals".  Tara Thompson-Lead vocals & trumpet, Jeff Jones-Guitar, Jay Moonah-Bass & Harmonica, Chris Patheiger-Percussion& Drums.  The first song we play is called "A Little Bit More".  As we close the show we play a song called "I Don't Need an Ipod", lyrics written by John Havens, podcasting expert at About.com.  To see the music video click here.  It's a lot of fun. We answer a listener email asking if you really need to spend two months salary on an engagement ring. Jewelry designer, Amy L. Levine, gives expert advice about how to best handle this and still be happy with your decision. To listen to Robert Allen on Martha Stewart Living Radio click here Coming Soon:  the exclusive after report on Brides Against Breast Cancer gown sale event including interviews with the founder, Fran Hansen, coordinator of the event,  gown designers, how many wishes were granted and more. To listen to this podcast click here Here are the links that we talked about in the show: Dogeared website Jessica Liebeskind's website Henry Roth's website style for your aisle tm Michelle Roth's website cool couture tm Uncle Seth's website Amy L. Levine's website John Havens website Brides Against Breast Cancer upcoming events Technology has reached the wedding industry and we need YOUR help.  Please take a few moments to fill in our short survey on how you are incorporating technology into your wedding.  We appreciate your time.Click here for survey. To subscribe to all of the Bridal Scene shows in iTunes click below.   We welcome your feedback so email us or call our listener hotline 800-882-1259 Another great podcast from Wedding Podcast Network Thanks for listening.

Robert Allen Executive Producer of  the Wedding Podcast Network and wedding videojournalist was interviewed by Darcy Miller weddings Editor.  Listen as Robert and Darcy talk about the importance of video for a wedding.  You will also hear about the things you need to know about choosing the right videographer.  Robert also talks about the Wedding Podcast Network and the programs on the network. Click here to listen to the interview.   

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This special edition of Meet the Masters takes us to Philadelphia where we talk with five top wedding experts in the City of Brotherly Love.  Philadelphia is home to many cultural institutions, historical attractions, shopping, athletic and leisure activities. A weekend full of memories awaits. Our first stop takes us to the offices of Philadelpia Magazine's Elegant Wedding where we sat down with Editor Carrie Denny.  Carrie talks about the 10th anniversary issue of the magazine.   She discusses some of the wonderful landmark venues to have wedding receptions in Philadelphia.  We also talk about some of the other articles in the issue including great photo locations and how to choose flowers for day and night weddings. Next we talk with Daniel Briones Director of Catering at The Four Seasons Hotel.  Daniel shares his years of wedding experience and gives his advice on starting the wedding planning process.  We talk about current table designs and some unique food choices for cocktail receptions.  The Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia is a beautiful setting to have an outdoor wedding ceremony in Center City Philadelphia. Music is a critical component of any wedding celebration.  That is why we took the time to talk with Carmen Tomassetti of CTO World Entertainment Productions at his studio in Manayunk, PA.  Carmen, CEO, Event Music Producer, shared valuable information on making the right choices when booking music for your wedding.  We dispell some of the myths concerning what you need musically for your wedding. Our next stop was the magnificent Ritz-Carlton Hotel right in the center of Philadelphia. The Ritz-Carlton is a breathtaking building that is a replica of the Pantheon in Rome.  We had a chance to speak with Director of Public Relations Molly Rothgery who tells us about creating a custom-designed city wedding at the Ritz-Carlton Philadelphia.  A Ritz-Carlton wedding is an experience you will never forget. Finally we sit down with one of the top wedding planners in the Philadelphia area. Mark Kingsdorf of The Queen of Hearts Wedding Consultants has years of experience planning weddings.  Having started in the business as a chef Mark has a unique perspective on planning a successful wedding.  Mark is a featured consultant on The Style Network's hot wedding show Whose Wedding is it Anyway?.  Mark is an expert at dealing with wedding planning pressures.  He shares some of the best wedding advice I have heard recently.  He also talks about his involvement with a special program called "Let Them Eat Cake", a wedding cake competition that raises money for breast cancer research. This is the first of many special editions that will focus on regional wedding experts.  If you would like your city featured on un upcoming show let us know.  Send us an email or call our listener line at 800.882.1259. Here are the links mentioned in the show. Philadelphia Magazine's Elegant Wedding website Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia website CTO World Entertainment Productions website The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Philadelphia website The Queen of Hearts Wedding Consultants website To subscribe to the Meet the Masters podcast click here To listen to this podcast click here Thanks for listening.

In this Bridal Scene we share a podsafe song called In My Heart by singer/songwriter Beatrice Ericsson.  Beatrice has been singing in all kinds of bands, choirs and groups and has worked as a demo and background singer.  She lives in Stockholm, Sweden. We are happy to introduce you to a new contributor to our network, make-up artist and lifestyle beauty expert, Jessica Liebeskind.  Jessica has appeared on numerous television shows and has been featured in national and international publications.  Her philosophy is simple:  Jessica celebrates individualized beauty, helping women to look like themselves while enhancing their best features.  Jessica shares her thoughts on wedding day make-up and how to embrace your own self of style. We talk with Fran Hansen, founder of the Making Memories Breast Cancer Foundation.  Fran worked in the bridal business for 27 years.  Their mission is to provide an opportunity for breast cancer patients to have a dream or wish fulfilled by providing a special time with their families.  Brides Against Breast Cancer is their largest fundraiser.  There are gown sale events nationwide.  The Wedding Podcast Network is the only place on the internet you can hear Fran's personal story.  She truly is a woman who makes a difference.  Check out our website's We Support page to find out more about Brides Against Breast Cancer. Do you know the best way to pack and keep things fresh?  How about a quick way to deal with stains on the wedding day?  We bring you firsthand expert advice from Lindsey Wieber and Gwen Whiting, co-founders of the THE LAUNDRESS.  Valuing the importance of properly cared for clothing and home linens these entrepreneurs designed and developed The Laundress product collection to create a luxurious experience for a necessary domestic chore.  Their uniquely developed fragrances of Cedar, Baby, Lady and Classic are fabulous! To listen to this podcast click here Here are the links that we talked about in the show: Beatrice Ericsson's website Jessica Liebeskind's website  Brides Against Breast Cancer website The Laundress  website To subscribe to all of the Bridal Scene shows in iTunes click below.   We welcome your feedback so email us or call our listener hotline 800-882-1259 Another great podcast from The Wedding Podcast Network Thanks for listening

In this episode of Meet the Masters I get to speak with the Editor of Los Angeles Weddings Magazine Kathy Nenneker. Listen as Kathy discusses how California weddings are unlike weddings anywhere else. We talk about how California brides are not bound by tradition and plan weddings anywhere that suits their personal style from an artists' loft to a wedding on the beach.   Kathy talks about how wedding gown designer Monique Lhuillier designs her gowns for the California bride and what styles are most popular.  We also discuss having a destination wedding in California. We find out how to have a permanent wedding bouquet.  Krislyn Floral Couture can design a bouquet that will last forever.  You can read more about it in the current issue. Kathy also shares with us her top tips for anyone getting married.  She discusses everything from how to get started planning your wedding to dealing with your future in-laws. This Meet the Masters is full of great information.  To listen to this podcast click here. Click here to subscribe to Meet the Wedding Masters in iTunes Here are the links we discuss in the show: Los Angeles Weddings Magazine website Wedding gown designer Monique Lhuillier website Krisly Floral Couture website You can send your feedback to us by clicking here We also have a listener hotline where you can leave your audio feedback 800-882-1259 Another great podcast from The Wedding Podcast Network Thanks for listening.

In this Bridal Scene we discuss our decision not to cover the baseball wedding at Keyspan Park. We talk about the idea of sponsored weddings and how wedding professionals feel about them.  Two new shows are available with separate feeds - Newlywedcast with Quint & Kim and Meet the Masters (Wedding Masters in iTunes) with Rebecca Grinnals.  Click here to subscribe to the Newlywedcast in iTunes Click here to subscribe to Meet the Wedding Masters in iTunes Hosts, Robert & Holli, discuss solving family problems while planning a wedding and still have the wedding that you want.  Through it all, don't forget why you and your spouse are marrying.  Your love for each other and desire to make a life long commitment is the most important factor in the wedding plan. We play a new piece of podsafe music called Tonight by Manons Dream.  Great first dance as husband and wife.  Our featured guest on the show is Lori Harris, Certified Astrologer.  Lori takes us through the Zodiac and discusses traits of each sign, especially with regard to love and relationships.  She shares with us how some cultures really depend upon the reading of astrological charts prior to marriage and in turn there is a much lower divorce rate.  Lori's services include chart analysis, tarot and numerology.   She is available for individual and group readings. This would be great fun to have at your bridal shower or wedding. To listen to this podcast click here To subscribe to all of the Bridal Scene shows in iTunes click below.   We welcome your feedback so email us or call our listener hotline 800-882-1259 Here are the links we talked about on the show. Lori Harris - Astrology by Lori  973-758-9751 Red Carpet Events website Manon's Dream website Dave Kerpen & Carrie's baseball wedding  interesting persective Thanks for listening.

One of the hottest trends is destination weddings.  We have one of the most knowledgable experts in the business Rebecca Grinnals. Robert Allen had the opportunity recently to interview Rebecca in Orlando, Florida. Rebecca shares with us how she was influenced as a young girl by the world of weddings.  Rebecca takes us through all of the important aspects of planning the perfect destination wedding and enlightens us with some interesting statistics.  Find out how to get the most out of using the internet to plan the details.  She discusses how the planning process differs for a wedding that takes place away from home. We answer many of the important questions: What are my choices for a destination wedding?  How do I maximize my budget?  How many site visits do I need?  Should I use a travel agent?  How much time do I need to plan?  How do I find the right wedding consultant?  Does my destination have to take place at a big resort?  Is renting a villa an option?  Do I need to entertain my guests?  Who is responsible for paying?  Does the honeymoon have to be at the same place as the wedding? Rebecca Grinnals is widely regarded as one of the foremost experts on the business of Destination Weddings and Honeymoons. She is the Founder and President of wedding and honeymoon industry consulting firm, Engaging Concepts, Inc. based in Celebration, FL and the Chairman of the Caribbean Wedding Association. Rebecca is a sought after industry consultant and trend expert. She has been a featured guest on CBS The Early Show, CNN, Entertainment Tonight, "Weddings of a LIFETIME," CNBC and on Meet the Masters on The Wedding Podcast Network. Prior to creating Engaging Concepts and the Caribbean Wedding Association, Rebecca co-founded Disney's Fairy Tale Weddings & Honeymoons for The Walt Disney Company, and spent ten years developing the concept into an unprecedented success. Recently Rebecca worked with renowned wedding planner, Marcy Blum on Billy Joel's wedding at his Long Island estate and also with wedding design guru Preston Bailey on Donald Trump's wedding at Mar-a-lago. To listen to this podcast click here Here are the links mentioned in the show: Rebecca's company Engaging Concepts website Sandals Resorts website Preston Bailey's website Marry Caribbean website Island Brides website Cayman Islands website To subscribe to all of the Meet the Masters shows follow these directions: RIGHT click here then click on Copy Link Location. Go to iTunes (or whatever software you use to download the podcasts).    Click on Advanced located on top menu bar. Click on Subscribe to Podcast. Then paste (Ctrl+V) the link into the box. We love your feedback. Email us here or call our listener hotline at 800.882.1259 Thanks for listening. Brought to you by The Wedding Podcast Network

Our newlyweds, Kim and Quint, share with us all of the details of their April destination wedding in Lake Tahoe, California.  Being avid skiiers they had their wedding at the Sugar Bowl Ski Resort.  They tell the very sweet story of how they met through their parents.  This poses some interesting difficulty during the wedding planning process.  Kim lets us in on the most important lesson she learned during her planning.   Listen in as Quint tells us about how he used a well known board game to propose to Kim, and the very special way he incorporated Kim's Canadian heritage into the engagement ring. We also get a laugh when we talk about the risky activitiy that the bride and groom shared the morning of the wedding and how it changed Kim's complexion. This Newlywedcast has very valuable information for any couple considering a destination wedding. Here are the links we spoke about in the show The Sugar Bowl Resort website Zooms and Blooms website New York Observer Bridal Blog To listen to this Newlywedcast click here To subscribe to all of the Newlywedcast shows follow these directions: RIGHT click here then click on Copy Link Location. Go to iTunes (or whatever software you use to download the podcasts).    Click on Advanced located on top menu bar. Click on Subscribe to Podcast. Then paste (Ctrl+V) the link into the box. We love your feedback. Email us here or call our listener hotline at 800.882.1259 Thanks for listening.

The Bridal Scene podcast brings you everything new and noteworthy in the world of weddings.  Hosts Holli Ehrlich and Robert Allen .  In this show we visit the Fortunoff's wedding event called "Girls Night Out".  It took place in their Woodbridge, NJ location and was very well attended.  We got to speak with the Director of Wedding & Corporate Gift Services Tracey Paige and the Coordinator Rachel Weitzman. They tell you all about the registry experience .  We also spoke with some enthusiastic brides who were at the event.  They were happy and excited to share their engagement stories and wedding plans.  One bride discusses how Ebay can be a terrific resource for wedding favors and more. We share a wonderful song "Your Love" by Lisa Dames.  Be warned, this one might get stuck in your head. Brides Against Breast Cancer is the Making Memories Foundation's number one fundraiser.  They have gown sale events nationwide enabling brides-to-be to find the gown of their dreams while making wishes come true for women and men diagnosed with breast cancer.  Their gown sales are made possible by women that donate their treasured wedding gowns.  Bridal shops and manufacturers donate hundreds of beautiful, new designer gowns every month.  Check out their website to find a gown sale near you.  This is a unique opportunity for brides-to-be to find one-of-a-kind gowns at an incredible savings.  Your bridal shower and wedding reception can be more meaningful with a pink envelope project activity.  Together we can make a difference in someone's life.  We will be covering a fabulous and unique wedding that will be taking place at home plate right after a Brooklyn Cyclones baseball game.  We will be bringing you interesting and entertaining interviews and clips from the ceremony.  This should be great fun for all.  We have the new feeds set up for our programs.  Look for them in the iTunes directory.  You can also click the iTunes button in the show notes to subscribe.  This will make sure that you get all of the Bridal Scene shows when they become available. We love your feedback.  Keep it coming, write to us by clicking here To listen to this Bridal Scene click here Please take our survey by clicking here.  It is very important for us to gather some information about our listeners. Here are the links to the websites that we mentioned in the show: Fortunoff website Here is the link to that great song "Your Love" by Lisa Dames website Brides Against Breast Cancer website The wedding website for David Kerpen and Caroline Fisher at Keyspan Park in Coney Island after the Brooklyn Cyclones game.  Our Field of Dreams Thanks for listening.