The Wedding Planning Podcast with Day of Diva (Amanda Koch)
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| 20 Jan 2024 | #46 2023 Year in Review (Fav Venues, Trends and More) | 00:54:49 | |
Listen in as The Diva's recap their 2023 year of weddings. Amanda, Kailin and Monica share some of their favorite trends that they saw, favorite venues and more! Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedayofdiva/ | |||
| 12 Nov 2021 | #16- Day of Diva Turns 2. Celebrating, Reflecting & What I have Learned | 00:46:59 | |
We are celebrating two years of business with a brand new podcast episode! Grab a cup of coffee and listen along while I dive into - Starting a business during a global pandemic - Reflecting on my first wedding - & what my goals are for Day of Diva. www.dayofdiva.ca | |||
| 05 May 2023 | #39: Preserve Your Wedding Florals, so You Can Keep Them Forever! | 00:36:24 | |
Monica did a solo host episode and sat down with Amanda from Parched Floral. We had a great conversation about preserving your wedding florals. She will take your wedding florals and turn them into a one of a kind art piece that you can have around forever to remember your special day! You spend so much on florals at your wedding why not keep them forever? Follow our guest: Instagram @parchedfloral https://www.parchedfloral.ca | |||
| 04 Jun 2021 | #12: Wedding Flowers, How To Make The Most of Them and Why They Cost So Much! | 00:36:52 | |
In episode #12, I interview Chelsea from Adventure Floral! We talk all about wedding flowers, how to make the most of them and why they cost so much!
If you are planning your wedding right now, this is an episode you can't miss!
Check out Chelsea's website here: https://www.adventurefloral.ca/
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| 10 Dec 2021 | #18: Thinking About Getting a Spray Tan for Your Wedding? Listen To This Episode!! | 00:56:28 | |
We interview Emily, the owner of The Vanity Vault! She gives us ALL the info on: - Why you should get a spray tan for your wedding - Do you need a tan trial? - How to prep for your tan & maintaining it - The do's & don'ts of spray tanning & more! Check her out here: https://vanityvaultcalgary.com/ www.dayofdiva.ca | |||
| 23 Apr 2021 | #10: Being Intentional, Finding Your Why & Being a Team While Navigating The Emotional Side of Planning Your Wedding! | 01:19:36 | |
Wedding planning is HARD!! It's stressful, overwhelming, and chaotic. Today I interview Narjes Rivers a Connections Coach that is here to keep all the couples grounded, connected, and come out stronger after their big day. This episode is filled with tips on being intentional during the planning process as well as how to be a team throughout the planning process. Listen to the end of the episode for a special offer Narjes has for The Wedding Planning Podcast listeners!! You can find Narjes here: Website: https://www.thecauseboss.com/ https://www.instagram.com/thecauseboss/ Instagram: @thecauseboss | |||
| 15 Dec 2023 | #45 Building A Strong Foundation for A Happy Marriage with Expert Relationship Coaches Anne & Ipek | 00:51:37 | |
Amanda interviews Anne & Ipek, two incredible ladies who have created the ultimate relationship coaching program for newly engaged or newly married couples! We chat all about the stresses that come with wedding planning and how to navigate as a couple. Anne and Ipek share insight on what they call relationship fitness and how to strengthen your relationship, your communication and your marriage. They also talk about the Positive Intelligence® app they offer with their coaching. Links from the show: Anne Lewis linkedin.com/in/anne-lewis-pcc-icf-03044915 Ipek Williamson https://linktr.ee/IpekWilliamson https://ipekwilliamsoncoaching.com/ Note from Anne and Ipek. Special invitation for Day-of-Diva listeners - take a 5-minute quiz to get to know yourself a little better. This quiz will tell you whether you have a tendency to be an avoider, a controller, a hyper-achiever, a hyper-rational, a hyper-vigilant, a pleaser or a restless. Definitely important to know while designing a wedding and a lifetime together! These tendencies can sometimes sabotage your best intentions without you even knowing. https://www.positiveintelligence.com/saboteurs/ Email your results to Anne or Ipek and mention Day of Diva sent you. We will offer you a private debrief. ipek@ipekwilliamsoncoaching.com | |||
| 25 Mar 2022 | #23: Advice From Our Past Couples | 00:54:02 | |
We sent a list of questions to our past couples to gather some advice on what they loved, what they regret, and so much more about their wedding day. Amanda and Monica sit down to go through the answers as well as throw in some more advice! www.dayofdiva.ca | |||
| 16 Dec 2022 | #32: What It Takes To Be A Stand Out MC | 00:31:33 | |
We sat down with Gary Clement, who joined us all the way from Australia. Gary is a Wedding Celebrant & Professional MC. In this episode we discuss more of the MC side of his business, what it is like to prepare, how he keeps the crowd engaged, & even some tips for anyone that might have to MC a wedding one day. Find our Guest: https://marryusgary.com Instagram: @marryusgary_celebrant | |||
| 06 May 2022 | #26: Understanding The Role of an Officiant and THE BEST Advice on Writing Your Vows | 00:40:28 | |
We sit down with Cathy from Love Speaks and learn all about the process of hiring an Officiant for your wedding and the ins and outs of a Wedding Ceremony! Our favourite part of the episode is when she shares all the secrets on writing your own vows! Find our Guest: https://www.lovespeaks.ca Instagram: @lovespeaksyyc | |||
| 20 Oct 2023 | #42 Wedding Songs - Tips for picking your songs and how many you need! | 00:20:45 | |
In this episode, Amanda gives you all the tips and advice for choosing your wedding songs! She shares how many you may need for your ceremony and reception as well as a few tips for picking the best songs!!
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| 29 Jan 2021 | #4 Wedding dress shopping! Tip & advice from a wedding dress designer! | 00:39:52 | |
If you are about to go wedding dress shopping, this episode is for you!! I interview Anya from Ceriti Designs here in Calgary! She gives us some insight on: - Who to bring with you when you go shopping - The benefits of getting a locally made dress - We talk about consignment dresses - How to set yourself up for success when shopping - & what to bring with you when you go! Anya is on Instagram: @ceritidesign Her website is here: https://www.ceriti.ca/ Find me on Instagram @thedayofdiva or www.dayofdiva.ca Happy Planning! | |||
| 26 Feb 2021 | #6 Five tips for successful wedding planning! | 00:16:07 | |
In this episode, I give you five quick tips on how to set yourself for success and avoid overwhelm during the planning process!! Make sure you never miss an episode by following @thedayofdiva on Instagram and signing up for my newsletter on my website www.dayofdiva.ca Happy Planning :) Amanda | |||
| 20 Jan 2023 | #33: It's Time To Say Yes To The Dress! | 00:48:06 | |
Are you a future bride looking for a dress, or someone who is supporting a future bride in dress shopping? Well then this episode is for you!! We sit down with the lovely ladies from Taffeta & Tulle and discuss what to expect when bridal shopping, how to prepare, what goes into a custom dress, and so much more! This episode will help you to feel less stressed and more prepared when it is time to dress shop! Find our guest: https://www.taffetaandtulle.com Instagram: @taffetaandtullebridal | |||
| 18 Nov 2022 | #30: 2022 Year In Review With The Diva's | 01:07:33 | |
🎙️ The Wedding Planning Podcast is Back! 🎙️ We are so excited to be back with season three! We kick off the season with Amanda & Monica reviewing the 2022 Wedding season. We talk about what we learnt, the trends of the season, as well as the crazy stories. Don't forget about the life updates! | |||
| 01 Oct 2021 | #13: Everything You Need To Know Before You Book Your Wedding Hair Stylist! | 00:38:03 | |
In episode #13, I interview Jess from Hair Design By Jess! We chat about everything you need to know before you book your stylist as well as what do have prepped before your trial! Check out Jess' website here: https://www.hairdesignbyjess.net/ For more episodes & wedding inspo head to my website: dayofdiva.ca | |||
| 06 Oct 2023 | #41 Season Four is Here!! | 00:16:58 | |
Amanda welcome's season four with a few little updates on our weddings, business and life! Follow along with our day to day: https://www.instagram.com/thedayofdiva/ Check out our website: https://bio.site/Dayofdiva | |||
| 20 May 2022 | #27 Why You Should Say Yes to a Boudoir Shoot | 00:35:51 | |
Have you always wanted to book a boudoir shoot, but have many hesitations and the voices in your head telling you no? We sit down with Deserae Evenson, a local Calgary photographer to break the stigma of boudoir. We talk about about why you should say yes to the shoot, how to ensure you feel comfortable while shooting, how to prepare for a shoot, and so much more! Find our guest: @deseraeevensonboudoir https://www.deseraeevenson.com | |||
| 03 Feb 2023 | #34: Spilling The Tea on Monica's Wedding | 00:49:01 | |
Amanda interviews Monica on all the details of her wedding! We dive into the events of the day, the vendors that helped put the day together, and everything that went into planning the wedding in less than two months! | |||
| 22 Apr 2022 | #25: Have You Ever Considered a Mobile Bar Service? | 00:30:32 | |
In this weeks episode we sit down with Danielle the owner of The Bottled Bronco, a mobile bar service here in Alberta. It is not just any mobile bar though, they are unique trucks and horse trailers turned into bars. We learn all about the different bars, how does a mobile bar differer from a regular bar, as well we get insider information on how much booze you should be ordering for your event! Find our Guest: Website: https://www.thebottledbronco.com/ Instagram: @thebottledbronco | |||
| 06 Jan 2021 | #1: Introduction, Wedding Planning Experience and What To Expect! | 00:17:51 | |
Hello and welcome to The Wedding Planning Podcast! In Episode one: I introduce myself, my background and experience in the event industry, why I quit my full-time job to go back to school and what you can expect from future episodes!! Make sure you never miss an episode by following @thedayofdiva on Instagram and signing up for my newsletter on my website www.dayofdiva.ca Happy Planning :) | |||
| 06 Jan 2021 | #2: Wedding Planning vs. Day of Coordination Which One Do You Need? | 00:27:15 | |
In episode #2, I chat about the difference between booking a wedding planner and a day-of coordinator! I cover topics of: - Cost - Timeline - How long they work with you for - The benefits of both - Which one you should book Make sure you never miss an episode by following @thedayofdiva on Instagram and signing up for my newsletter on my website www.dayofdiva.ca Happy Planning :) | |||
| 11 Mar 2022 | #22: Not sure if you need a DJ? Revolution Entertainment breaks down hiring a DJ for your Wedding! | 00:41:23 | |
We sit down with Kaleb & Quinton the twins from Revolution Entertainment. Between the two of them they have DJ 300 Weddings. We talk about why you should hire a DJ, trusting you DJ, and how there is more to it than just getting the party started. We also learn all about the intense training it does to do their craft. https://revolutiondj.com/dj-services/ Instagram: @revolutionentertainmentcompany | |||
| 03 Jun 2022 | #28 Wedding Decor & Rentals Don’t Need to be Overwhelming | 00:32:32 | |
We sit down with Denise and Heather the owners of Boxwood Events here in Calgary. We talk about the process of renting decor and how it’s okay to mix wedding styles. Your wedding is all about the design & style you want!
Find our guest
https://www.boxwoodevents.ca/
Instagram @boxwoodeventsyyc
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| 19 May 2023 | #40: Meet The Newest Member Of The Diva Team | 00:21:26 | |
Amanda and Monica are so excited this week to sit down with Kailin, the newest member of the Diva team! We get to know Kailin, why she chose the wedding industry. What her favourite part of the wedding day is, and so much advice! If you would like Kailin or any member of the Diva team to help you with your wedding inquiry now at www.dayofdiva.ca | |||
| 10 Mar 2023 | #36: What A Wedding Planner Actually Does | 00:46:56 | |
Amanda sits down for a solo episode to walk you through what a wedding planner actually does and how they can benefit you on your big day! | |||
| 22 Jan 2021 | #3: Wedding Photography- How Long to Book, First Looks, & Tips For Making The Most of Your Wedding Photo's with Keeley Joy Photography | 00:32:37 | |
You are not going to want to miss this episode! Wedding photography is one of the larger parts of a wedding budget, and we want you to make the most of it! I sit down with Keeley from Keeley Joy Photography and chat about: - How long to book your photographer for - Lighting tips to make sure you get the best photo's - First looks vs. traditional walking down the aisle - & tips on planning your wedding during COVID. Follow Keeley on Instagram @keeleyjoyphotos Her website is: https://www.keeleyjoy.com/ Make sure you never miss an episode by following @thedayofdiva on Instagram and signing up for my newsletter on my website www.dayofdiva.ca Happy Planning :) Amanda | |||
| 08 Apr 2022 | #24: Choosing Your Dream Wedding Venue | 01:06:22 | |
We sit down with Penny & Bretton the owners of Venue 308 & The Brownstone here in Calgary. They walk us though choosing a venue space for your wedding, what it is like to own a venue space, and ensuring couples know their priorities when it comes to their venue. Instagram: @thebrownstoneyyc @venue308yyc Website: https://www.thebrownstoneyyc.com https://www.venue308.com | |||
| 24 Nov 2023 | #44 What To Include on Your Invites & Save The Dates | 00:18:39 | |
Get the low down from Amanda as she shares everything you need to include on your invites and save the dates! Visit our website here: https://www.dayofdiva.ca/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedayofdiva/ | |||
| 29 Dec 2021 | #19: Monica Interviews Amanda. Plans For Her Wedding, Business Goals, Wedding Inspiration & More! | 00:40:39 | |
In this episode of The Wedding Planning Podcast, the tables have turned as Amanda is interviewed by Monica. Learn more about Amanda, her big dreams for the business, her engagement story, what she deems as over rated in the wedding industry and more! www.dayofdiva.ca | |||
| 14 Apr 2023 | #38: Elevating Your Event With Grazing Tables and Cheese | 00:43:26 | |
You don't want to listen to this episode hungry. We sit down with Katie, a solopreneur and the owner of Brie & Banquet. We discuss having grazing table at your events that will blow your guests away, the process of making a custom "cheese cake", and we of course could never forget about the dill pickle hummas. Brie & Banquet is so much more than just a catering company. Find our Guest: https://www.brieandbanquet.com Instagram @brieandbanquet | |||
| 11 Feb 2022 | #20: Tips for Your Wedding Day You May Not Have Thought of! | 00:55:49 | |
We are kicking off SEASON TWO of the Wedding Planning Podcast. Co-Hosts Amanda and Monica sit down and discuss the tips that they find obvious as Wedding Planners, but couples might not know about. www.dayofdiva.ca Instagram: @dayofdiva | |||
| 25 Feb 2022 | #21 - All things Cake and Wedding Desserts with Arin Hiebert | 00:35:21 | |
Spoiler Alert: This episode is going to make you want to eat cake and cupcakes!! We sit down with a local Calgary baker Arin, from Arin Hiebert Company. We talk about the current dessert trends, Arin's current favourite cake style, and we get to hear about his time on Food Network's Spring Baking Championship in spring of 2020, he made in the the finals! Where to find Arin and his amazing desserts: www.arinhiebert.com Instagram @arinhiebert | |||
| 26 Nov 2021 | #17: Being Present While Wedding Planning, Managing Expectations & Practicing Gratefulness in Times of Stress! | 00:57:42 | |
You have heard us say how stressful wedding planning can be. Couples get lost in the overwhelm of Pinterest, comparison and putting others needs above of their own. We wanted to bring on Amanda Kelly who is an amazing yoga teacher, coach, biz owner, and an over all incredible human to shed some light on: - Benefits of yoga & mindfulness - Managing your expectations for your wedding day - Being productive and getting things done - Avoiding overwhelm during planning your wedding - Being grateful in times of stress & more! Watch Amanda's productivity & planning workshop here: https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/QDey7wSsFuFxQqeT5NbhXmjyN01rEs9mAtDeazt9wQp8f7YxzFPmWnzjYuzKRf0V.H2FXII_xmvs-24Ek www.dayofdiva.ca | |||
| 29 Oct 2021 | #15- All Of Your Makeup Questions Answered! Makeup Trials, Skin Care & How To Make Your Makeup Last All Day!! | 00:35:18 | |
Kelly Jo Higgins is a pro makeup and hair artist and she shares all her make and skin care secrets!
In this episode we cover the topics of:
- Why you need a trial
- Latest makeup trends
- Skin care leading up to your day
- How to make your makeup last
& more!!
Check out Kelly here: https://www.instagram.com/kellyjohiggins/
www.dayofdiva.ca
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| 12 Mar 2021 | #7 Wedding Websites. What to include, the benefits & more! | 00:25:16 | |
Are you in the process of building your wedding website? You're not going to want to miss this episode! I interview Ayla from Wedsites, an online wedding website builder and management system! We talk about: - Benefits of having a wedding website - What to include and more! Start building your site today: https://wedsites.com/ Follow Ayla on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wedsites/ Make sure you never miss an episode by following @thedayofdiva on Instagram and signing up for my newsletter on my website www.dayofdiva.ca Happy Planning :) Amanda | |||
| 21 May 2021 | #11: How To Build The Ultimate Wedding Timeline | 00:31:33 | |
In episode #11 I walk you through exactly how I create my client's timelines from start to finish. I sprinkle a few tips and tricks as well throughout this episode. A wedding timeline is sooo important when it comes to ensuring nothing is overlooked and you allot enough time for everything throughout the day! Enjoy this episode & happy planning! Make sure you never miss an episode by following @thedayofdiva on Instagram and signing up for my newsletter on my website www.dayofdiva.ca Happy Planning :) Amanda | |||
| 17 Feb 2023 | #35: The Ins and Outs of Hiring a Live Painter For Your Wedding! | 00:42:17 | |
We have an amazing conversation with Cayla from Cayla Creations talking all about being a live event painter and how she got into the industry. She breaks downs what it is like to paint at a wedding, how you can add in sentimental elements to your painting, as well as the entertainment value for the guests! Find our Guest Instargram: @caylathepainter https://www.caylacreations.live | |||
| 02 Dec 2022 | #31: Learn All About Gemstones & Custom Engagement Rings | 00:40:56 | |
In this weeks episode are joined by special guest Irina Kharina the owner of Tsarina Gems. She teaches us all about different gem stones, what goes into buying & designing a custom ring, the difference between Clarity, Cut, Colour, and so much more! This episode you don't want to miss. Find our Guest https://www.tsarinagems.com Instagram @tsarinagems | |||
| 28 Jul 2022 | #29 How To Design Your Wedding Like a Wedding Planner | 00:37:41 | |
Want to know the steps to creating a beautifully design wedding? Listen here! Link to Diva Downloads: https://www.dayofdiva.ca/shop Link to our youtube page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCDzlYPlkMPBVSxkgiAHhzw | |||
| 10 Nov 2023 | #43 Setting Expectations with Your Wedding Party | 00:21:35 | |
Amanda dive's into how to set expectations for your wedding party. She encourages you to gather all the details of your wedding day before asking your party to be apart of your day to set everyone up for success! | |||
| 09 Apr 2021 | #9: Why You MUST Have a Wedding Rehearsal! | 00:27:27 | |
In this episode of The Wedding Planning Podcast, I give you five reasons TO have a wedding rehearsal. Whether it's in your backyard or at the venue, in my experience it's always better to have one than leaving it to be figured out on the day of your wedding! Enjoy this episode & happy planning! Make sure you never miss an episode by following @thedayofdiva on Instagram and signing up for my newsletter on my website www.dayofdiva.ca Happy Planning :) Amanda | |||
| 26 Mar 2021 | #8: What Your Partner Really Thinks of Wedding Planning! | 00:38:12 | |
Ever wonder what your partner really thinks of wedding planning? Are you having trouble getting them involved or staying engaged in the wedding planning process? This episode is for you! I interview Julio my partner of three years and we get his opinion on some hot wedding topics! Make sure you never miss an episode by following @thedayofdiva on Instagram and signing up for my newsletter on my website www.dayofdiva.ca Happy Planning :) Amanda | |||
| 24 Mar 2023 | #37: Hiring a Videographer For Your Wedding Is a Good Idea | 00:26:12 | |
Amanda and Monica get the chance to interview Michael from Michael K Films here in Alberta. We go over what it is like to hire a videographer for your wedding, why we believe it is something you don't want to miss out on, and so much more. This is an episode you don't want to miss if you have been on the fence about having a videographer. Where to find our guest: Instagram @michaelkfilms https://michaelkfilms.ca | |||
| 12 Feb 2021 | #5 Confessions of a COVID Bride. How to uninvite people, reduce your guest list & keep it safe! | 00:37:24 | |
Are you currently planning your wedding in 2021? This episode is for you!! I interview my past client Karlee! Karlee planned her wedding in 2020 during a global pandemic. I sit down and chat with her on the topics of: - Back up plans - What got her through the tough times - Pivoting - Un-inviting people & more I hope this helps all the couples right now, that may feel a little lost when it comes to these uncertain times! Make sure you never miss an episode by following @thedayofdiva on Instagram and signing up for my newsletter on my website www.dayofdiva.ca Happy Planning :) Amanda | |||
| 15 Oct 2021 | #14: Meet Monica! Wedding day tips, her passion & future with Day of Diva! | 00:38:23 | |
Day of Diva wants to officially introduce Monica!! You've seen her on Insta, you've heard me talk about her and now we have her on the podcast! She spills the tea on what it's like working with me, her wedding advice to all couples and what her wedding goals are. Check out Monica's bomb biz here: https://www.ciaobelladigital.ca/ www.dayofdiva.ca | |||