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The Bridal Journey Podcast

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Feeling overwhelmed by the endless stream of wedding content? Searching for expert guidance to cut through the noise?


Welcome to The Bridal Journey Podcast—your go-to source for wedding inspiration, expert insights, and real-life planning advice. Hosted by Andie, founder of The Bridal Journey and TBJ Marketplace, this podcast is a curated collection of insider tips designed to simplify your wedding journey.


Each week, we bring you real brides sharing their stories—the wins, the lessons, and the moments that made their day unforgettable. Plus, top wedding industry experts offer exclusive insights to help you navigate planning with confidence and ease.


Say goodbye to wedding stress and hello to the wedding of your dreams. Tune in and start your journey today.

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Episodes

REAL BRIDE || Alex Cole

This episode of the You and Me Podcast spotlights REAL BRIDE Alexandra Cole, owner of her incredible business 'Flawless', a luxury make-up artistry based in Toronto, Canada as she wed her gorgeous beau Ethan in between the crazy COVID year of restrictions that was 2020. A long distance relationship followed until an unexpected proposal at Alex's grandmothers house cemented their future, A short engagement followed, with Alex ensuring that their wedding fell on her grandparents anniversary - a su...

Dec 13, 202035 min

WEDDING PLANNING Q+A || Social Media - expectations vs reality

On today's episode of WEDDING PLANNING Q+A we discuss the impact that Social Media has on expectations within the wedding industry and of your wedding. Does Instagram have a misleading view on what a wedding day must look like? Is every image you look at euphoric...yet seems totally unachievable? Does Social Media help or hinder your wedding planning journey? How realistic are all those "styled shoots" and can you actually achieve the same grandeur for your own wedding day? We chat about the pro...

Dec 09, 202029 min

REAL BRIDE || Lisa DeSanctis

This episode of the You and Me Podcast spotlights REAL BRIDE Lisa DeSanctis, owner of highly popular fashion and lifestyle blog See Want Shop, her worldly inspired off-shoot See Want Travel and her newest venture with husband Daniel, See Want Home which follows their journey renovating their Victorian terrace houses from the 1800's. Lisa and Daniel were married at a gorgeous country vineyard, a space that took their breathe away from the first visit. 150 of their closest friends and family made ...

Dec 06, 202053 min

WEDDING PLANNING Q+A || Hit List - your top 3 questions answered

On today's episode of WEDDING PLANNING Q+A we embrace the MIX UP. An episode of one off quick fire questions from listeners on any wedding related topic. Have you ever wondered what to do about that creepy uncle who spends the day learing at your bridesmaids? Or what about having to decline your parent friends offering of a rooster toaster gift in favour of your wishing well? Lets talk about kids at weddings - do you or dont you? And family traditions - will you be ostracized if you decide that ...

Dec 02, 202024 min

INDUSTRY EXPERT || Mariana Hardwick

This episode of the You and Me Podcast spotlights wedding INDUSTRY EXPERTS Mariana Hardwick, as we talk with Rebekah Hardwick, daughter-in-law of Mariana and managing director of Mariana Hardwick. Mariana Harwick admires and upholds the best of traditional design methods, they intend their gowns to be very now and relevant, with a twist that makes the collections reflective of contemporary life. The label embraces social and lifestyle trends and imaginatively uses this to anticipate the styles a...

Nov 29, 202029 min

WEDDING PLANNING Q+A || How do you know you have found "the one"?

On today's episode of WEDDING PLANNING Q+A we are chatting about The ONE! Your dress we mean - not your partner! How do you know which style is the right one for you? When should you start looking for your wedding dress and who should go with you to help you decide? Choosing a wedding dress is a daunting experience for any person - kind of like buying a new pair of jeans, or updating your cosies - the fit must be right, the sole must be right, the colour must be right!!! But there are so many ch...

Nov 25, 202025 min

INDUSTRY EXPERT || Lost In Love Photography

This episode of the You and Me Podcast spotlights wedding INDUSTRY EXPERTS Lost in Love Photography, as we talk with founders Lyndel + Daniel about the world of wedding photography. Lost in Love Photography are visual artists inspired by your dreamy ‘lost in love’ moments. Devoted to nurturing and respecting your most meaningful day with skillful guidance, the Lost in Love team believe your entire experience is equally important as your final wedding photographs, beautiful memories framed to swo...

Nov 22, 202026 min

WEDDING PLANNING Q+A || Thanks for coming, nice to meet you

On today's episode of WEDDING PLANNING Q+A (formally known as the The BONUS EDIT) our chat touches on your guests - how do you decide on a guest list and if your parents are contributing to your wedding day - is it their right to be able to invite their second cousins baby-sitters, best friends dog walker? Also - if you are a guest - can you wear white to a wedding? After choosing a venue - your guest list is the next biggest job you have to decide upon as a to-be-wed couple! It comes with its o...

Nov 18, 202030 min

REAL BRIDE || Kieta Van Ewyk

This episode of The You and Me Podcast spotlights gorgeous REAL BRIDE Kieta Van Ewyk who took us through her dreamy Byron Bay wedding day to now husband Max. Wearing a simplistic yet elegant Grace Loves Lace slip for her ceremony, Kieta glammed up her look with a statement Oscar de la Renta veil, highlight earrings and a killer red lip, enjoying a beach side ceremony on the grass of Victoria's Byron Bay Kieta lets us in on the best advice she can give brides for a smooth and enjoyable journey in...

Nov 15, 202050 min

BONUS EDIT || Cha Ching - it costs how much?

On today's episode of The BONUS EDIT, our chat touches on the supposed average cost of a wedding in Australia - and how that relates to real life costs associated with booking your suppleirs. Wedding related invoices can be tough to wrap your head around if you haven't been there before (and, lets be honest, we hope none of you listening are "experts" in the field of getting married - we strive to do this only once right?!) and so we have picked the best pieces of advice to guide you through asp...

Nov 11, 202044 min

REAL BRIDE | Charlotte Heinrich

This episode of The You and Me Podcast spot lights gorgeous REAL BRIDE, Charlotte Heinrich, who created the ultimate destination experience for her wedding guests over three days in the coastal town of Careyes, Mexico. Charlotte lets us in on the secrets of how to plan a destination wedding from afar, the benefits of utilizing someone on the ground to help navigate the journey and all the ways to over come a language barrier that allows you to be confident in what you are going to get on the day...

Nov 08, 202047 min

BONUS EDIT | Wedding suppliers - who comes first?

On today's episode of The BONUS EDIT, we touch on the subject of wedding suppliers. A smooth transition from our first ever BONUS EDIT episode on your first steps after becoming engaged - this chat delves into the reasons why you are suggested to hire certain suppliers first, how to make the right decision when hiring a supplier and we help one listener through the depths of despair when NO suppliers are standing out! Follow The You and me Podcast on Instagram here To see more from Laura, head o...

Nov 04, 202011 min

INDUSTRY EXPERT | One Day Bridal

This episode of the You and Me Podcast spotlights wedding INDUSTRY EXPERT Kyha Scott, Founder and Creative Director of One Day Bridal and Chosen by One Day. Being an expert in the field of creating dreamy couture dress designs for women, Kyha lets us in on the tips she gives brides for preparing to begin the process of hunting for 'the one'. She suggests what details to consider when you first set out to find the designer who will make your wedding dress, and how COVID has affected their process...

Nov 01, 202038 min

BONUS EDIT || I am engaged - now what?

Welcome to our new littlest love of episodes - the BONUS edit. These new episodes that we will release weekly on a Thursday morning will give you all the tips, tricks and quick links that you didn’t even know you needed in your wedding planning journey. Today on this BONUS epsiode of The You and Me Podcast we are answering 3 questions from listeners on the very first place that you begin - you are engaged…now what?! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Oct 28, 202010 min

REAL BRIDE | Taylor McGuire Barber

This episode of The You and Me Podcast spot lights gorgeous REAL BRIDE, Taylor McGuire Barber, who enjoyed an intimate beach-side wedding in Byron Bay packed full of personal details and local staples Classic greens and whites were the basis of their style palette, leaning on the natural leafy surrounds of Raes on Wategos and the relaxed vibes that their venue gave off to steer the experience for their guests in all the luxuries Byron Bay has to offer. With their son in tow, they enjoyed an inti...

Oct 25, 202038 min

REAL BRIDE || Natalie Docherty

This episode of the you and me podcast is brought to you by The Bridal Journey, and Wanderlust Creative. This episode of The You and Me Podcast spot lights gorgeous REAL BRIDE Natalie Docherty, who got married to now-husband Sam in the stunning Royal Botanic Gardens in Melbourne, and, armed with a dream team of vendors, danced the night away under the stars at picturesque Garden’s house. Nat filled us in on the reason she chose certain suppliers, the help she received from booking a planner that...

Oct 18, 202036 min

INDUSTRY EXPERT | Tobi Tobi

This episode of The You and Me Podcast spotlights wedding INDUSTRY EXPERTS Tobi Tobi, as we chat to incredible voice behind the name, Renee. Tobi Tobi play music for lovers all around the world during ceremonies, canapés, first dances and over dinner. Playing a variety of music from most genres old school to new school, Roy Orbison to Beyonce to Mumford and Son's, Traveling around the world whilst making weddings unforgettable, is what makes their hearts go boom. Throughout this episode, Renee g...

Oct 11, 202037 min

REAL BRIDE || Melody Mai de la Fe

This episode of The You and Me Podcast spot lights gorgeous REAL BRIDE Melody Mai who married her beau Chris in a romantic Spanish celebration hosted inside a preserved 12th century monastery. Melody allows us to gain insight into her destination wedding planning, her tips as to how to approach a destination wedding, and the importance of family in the process. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 04, 202039 min

REAL BRIDE || Mackenzie Jeffries

The episode of The You and Me Podcast spotlights delightful REAL BRIDE Mackenzie Jeffries, who married her gentle giant Sam in picturesque Queenstown and their gorgeous wedding is also featured in Harpers Bazaar. Mackenzie lets us in on her most important tips for picking the right suppliers, and which factors lead her to create her dream team for her dream day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 27, 202047 min

REAL BRIDE || Rebecca Burrow

This episode of The You and Me Podcast spot lights REAL BRIDE Rebecca Burrow who, along with 250 friends and family, celebrated her elegantly understated vineyard wedding in Western Australia with professional surfer, and now husband Taj Burrow. A party to end all parties and calls for an encore from all of their guests, this couple sure knew how to embrace the celebration of love! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Sep 20, 202049 min

REAL BRIDE || Evah Jackson

This episode of The You and Me Podcast spot lights REAL BRIDE Evah Jackson, who's Amalfi Coast nuptials are what Italian wedding dreams are made of. Planning and creating a wonderland for 50 of her closest family and friends, Evan and Nathan and their guests enjoyed a magical wedding evening under the stars, followed the next day by a day at sea on a luxury private yacht, swimming the crystal clear waters off the Amalfi Coast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Sep 13, 202043 min

COVID PART 2 - How far do we take it?

This episode of The You and Me Podcast is a second installment which touches on the most pressing subject to date for couples in the middle of planning a wedding in 2020 - COVID 19. We discuss the Victorian situation and its current effects for the foreseeable future for this industry, navigate ways to embrace smaller weddings and discuss a would you rather scenario - mandatory masks or no dance floor?! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Sep 06, 202026 min

REAL BRIDE || Dani Michelle

This episode of The You and Me Podcast spotlights REAL BRIDE intentional celebrity stylist Dani Michelle, who counts Kourtney Kardashian, Miguel and Kristin Cavallari as clients in her everyday life! Her incredible wedding to fashion photographer Ian Morrison was held in picturesque Santa Monica, with sweeping fresh garden inspired florals and 4 dress changes! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 30, 202041 min

ELOPEMENTS - is this the new normal?

This episode of The You and Me Podcast breaks down the elopement scene and how it can vary for a couple in an amazing way, to a larger scale wedding. With tips and advice on the process one follows to undertake in an elopement, the requirements for your guests and vendors if you are having to cancel your original plans, and what details to include to make your elopement extra special! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 23, 202025 min

REAL BRIDE || Aleksandra Harsic

This episode of The You and Me Podcast spot lights REAL BRIDE Aleksandra Harsic, who married her beau Jamie McHutchison in a romantic ceremony hosted at St. Pauls Cathedral in Melbourne which was featured in Vogue Australia. When it came time to plan her wedding, Aleksandra shares how she organised her big day herself. Her headpiece was custom made by Stephen Jones Millinery, who is also synonymous with the exquisite work he has produced in collaboration with designers Vivienne Westwood and John...

Aug 16, 202045 min

COVID - WTF? Should the show still go on?

This episode of The You and Me Podcast touches on the subject that everyone is talking about right now, COVID-19 and the impact that this current pandemic is having on the wedding industry and all the couples hoping to get married in the next 6-12 months, those who have booked a date but have had to postpone, and for those who have their date booked in and are not too sure what to do! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 08, 202017 min

Welcome to The You and Me Podcast

Welcome to The You and Me Podcast, a new wedding planning series that has a focus on real couples and their relatable experiences, alongside some of the wedding industries most well know vendors who offer their tips and advice for a smooth ride into wedded bliss. Hosted by Laura Wills from Wanderlust Creative, and Andie Towner from The Bridal Journey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 27, 20202 min
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