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The Unfiltered Bride

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Wedding industry experts Georgie & Beth share their top tips, expert bridal dramas and everything in between (mainly the gossip)!

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Episodes

40: "Your attitude defines the day"

"Your attitude defines the day" This week Georgie & Beth work there way through some of your DM's and have a general catch up about life and their most recent weddings. Georgie shares a horrible story about a tragedy on a wedding day, emphasising the importance of wedding insurance! The girls discuss how difficult it is to stay on track with eating healthy when working at weddings, and Georgie explains how hypnosis has changed one of her biggest eating habits... Beth spills the tea on an awa...

Nov 01, 202346 minSeason 1Ep. 40

39: "You wanted to marry someone else"

"You wanted to marry someone else" The girls are meant to be talking about stationery, but it takes a while to get to the actual subject! Georgie tells all about the wedding planner who hung a dress up on the water pipe to do photos... and the sprinklers went off! Beth decides who who on her guestlist would need to die to call the wedding off and Georgie bitches about a band front man who was a total B**lend! Then they finally discuss stationery. What is a must have? What can be sacked off? How ...

Oct 25, 202349 minSeason 1Ep. 39

38: "Give a fu*k?"

"Give a fu*k?" Today's episode is all about those elopements and micro weddings Is it an elopement if you have a party after? And what number is intimate, small and micro?! It's all very confusing. Would your family be annoyed if you eloped? Beth explains her elopement wedding, which goes from just the 2 of them, to 40, to a party, to a full blown evening do! We hear from Georgie's brother Dan who eloped and he gives us all the deets from the gardener who attended, to the cake cutting and the 4 ...

Oct 18, 202345 minSeason 1Ep. 38

37: "I'm willing to go to war on this"

"I’m willing to go to war on this" It’s a catch up episode from the girls. We start the episode with girl maths, for example, the wedding venue is £2500 cheaper on a Friday, therefore I have made £2500. Beth tells us all about the sexist pig she came across at the weekend and how he even made her cry! Georgie even came close to tears when the photographer she met swore on the dancefloor. Is it a women’s world in the wedding industry? Georgie fills us in on her influencer trip! (Ps it was called ...

Oct 11, 20231 hrSeason 1Ep. 37

36: "That sounds like a you problem"

"That sounds like a you problem" You asked, we listened – he’s here, Brian is officially on the podcast! Let’s discuss the Groom’s perspective. The girls start at the start with why did Brian take so long to propose? We hear all about why some men take so long and is it really down to being immature? Brian tells us how he finally went from a thought to a proposal, how he picked the ring, who he told and answers the big question – Can women say we don’t like the ring? Georgie talks about the firs...

Oct 04, 20231 hr 17 minSeason 1Ep. 36

35: "I've been a bridesmaid 13 times"

"I've been a bridesmaid 13 times" It's time to hear your DMs and the girls are shook! We start off the episode with a Tiktok video all about destination weddings and whether they are for youuu... There is a big DM which even drops the C bomb. The girls finally make a good rule for those pesky free drinks - what do you think? Georgie and Beth manage to give us 10 tips for how to really embrace those moments as a couple! "I'm pretty sure I'm right... can I not invite someone's partner?" Drugs... i...

Sep 27, 202353 minSeason 1Ep. 35

34: "Nobody was on their phone"

"Nobody was on their phone" Today, Georgie shows Beth her wedding video (finally!) - This has been edited out of the audio version, so if you want to see the full video, check out today's episode on our YouTube channel! https://youtu.be/-totvh1iJeE Staying true to the theme, today is all about videography! From tips to wedding gossip- today's episode is a banger. Tip Jar – 5 top tips from Georgie for getting the most out of your wedding photos! Bitches from a Bride – A supplier sharing an image ...

Sep 20, 202347 minSeason 1Ep. 34

33: "So you were serving people naked?"

"So you were serving people naked?" The girls talk about what happens if you’re ill when you work in the wedding industry – the answer? Basically have a Brian. This episode is a big old catchup – so Georgie tells us about her holiday, being off ill and the summer holidays. Beth gives us feedback on what it was like attending a wedding and what went well. Speeches – how many are too many? How many toilet breaks need to be scheduled in? and also, can we start a petition for speech snacks! We hear ...

Sep 13, 20231 hr 3 minSeason 1Ep. 33

32: "I'll buy you flowers"

"I'll buy you flowers" In today's episode, we talk all about wedding flowers! Beth uses her in-depth knowledge of styling to simplify the world of wedding flowers (she is not a florist!) We talk all about buttonholes, bouquets and dry flowers. Tip Jar - Beth gives some tips on what to do with your flowers post-wedding. Remember, send us you questions or bitches from a bride in our DM's or by email. *************************************** This episode is sponsored by The Crafty Lab, the original ...

Sep 06, 202343 minSeason 1Ep. 32

31: "The wedding from hell"

"The wedding from hell" Today is all about your DM's. We haven't managed to work through them all, but don't worry- this will become a regular installment of the podcast! We work through a venue co-ordinator dilemma and clarify the difference between them and a wedding co-ordinator! What to do if your wedding planner goes MIA, from a wedding planner. Then, a huge dilemma- We really do think this is the wedding from hell!! Let us know your thoughts on this one by DM'ing us or commenting on social...

Aug 30, 20231 hrSeason 1Ep. 31

30: "Bottom of the barrel"

"Bottom of the barrel" Today’s episode gets pretty deep and is something that we have had requested A LOT. It’s all about Divorced Parents and how to navigate this on your wedding day. We hear the back story of both Beth & Georgie’s divorced parents – just to set the scene. The girls cover the key area’s of the day that need consideration; - Morning of - Top table - Walking down the aisle - Partners - Speeches - Photos Is a pre-dinner worth the effort? Does it get rid of the pre-divorced par...

Aug 23, 202359 minSeason 1Ep. 30

29: "This is actually someone's wedding"

"This is actually someone's wedding" Today the girls chat with event planner and star of My big fat Asian wedding, Raj Somaiya. Fusion weddings is the topic of the day, and Raj knows a thing or two about those... so stay tuned for some great tips! Raj also relives the dramas of his wedding day.. how many people?! The girls also dig deeper into what it was like working on the new show 'The Ultimate Wedding Planner'! A brand new BBC 2 show where wanna be wedding planners all work together to pull ...

Aug 16, 202357 minSeason 1Ep. 29

28: "OMG...you made the cake"

"OMG...you made the cake" This ones all about the DIY and crafting, but the girls are not alone. Georgie and Beth are joined by Dragon's Den star, Entrepreneur and Craft Queen - Sara Davies. We hear all about how Sara's engagement and wedding went and more importantly, what she would do differently now. Sara also tells us all about how she went over budget on her big day and it was all due to the dress! Everyone discusses where to save money, the best things to DIY and what to get your friends a...

Aug 09, 20231 hr 5 minSeason 1Ep. 28

27: "How can you love someone?"

"How can you love someone?" The girls discuss the latest Barclays 2023 study on wedding spending and they are shook! If you haven’t listened yet, comment below what you think the average cost of a wedding in the UK is… Beth tries to plan a wedding for £5,000 – Georgie thinks it can’t be done! But where is this money coming from? Georgie explains the different area’s where couples are DIYing the day including décor, stationery and dun dun duh – photography! What about phones at weddings? How do y...

Aug 02, 202355 minSeason 1Ep. 27

26: "It's a power thing"

"It's a power thing" Today’s episode starts a little different, with Georgie’s husband Brian finally makes his debut on the podcast and Beth has some BEEF about a photographer who won’t work videographer or content creator just one week before the wedding... Georgie gives us 3 top tips for booking the best photographer for you. This episode is full of tips – including how to master the group shots. They talk about how Dave ruined the first kiss for a couple... and if you take anything from this ...

Jul 26, 202348 minSeason 1Ep. 26

25: "You do talk some sense sometimes"

"You do talk some sense sometimes" The girls just chat. About everything and everything! Supplier meals – why do we have to feed them as well as pay them? Beth gets even ANGRY about her white aisle runner being walked all over – despite Georgie tells us all about her colour analysis, how it changed her life and guess what SHE HAS BREASTFED! … IYKYK The girls also discuss the Wedding disasters of the latest wedding, from broken cake toppers to a table collapsing. Can wet weather plans ruin the da...

Jul 19, 202348 minSeason 1Ep. 25

24: "The cost of stamps these days"

'The cost of stamps these days' Save the dates – what are they and when?! The girls tell us what to include on your wedding invitations – date, venue, dress code, food … the list goes on. Top Tip – LIE! Lie to your guests about the ceremony start time Georgie explains everything about wedding websites. Do you need to have one, how much do they cost, what can you put on there and when to do it. Big question – do you need to pay for the return stamp?! How do we feel about people RSVPing no?! What ...

Jul 12, 202334 minSeason 1Ep. 24

23: "Go on Johnny!"

"Go on Johnny!" Today, the girls talk about the boys! What should they be doing, how they should be acting and what do they need to know? Is there a difference between Ushers and Groomsmen? (Google gets involved here) and of course a disagreement between Beth & Georgie. They discuss; - stag do's - how far is too far - roles on the day Beth's biggest tip is to get the men to CHECK THEIR SUITS! Preferably before the big day! Georgie finally gives the Groomsmen a title - 'Guest Liaison Officers...

Jul 05, 202337 minSeason 1Ep. 23

22: "Top tier supplier, sh*t guest"

"Top tier supplier, sh*t guest" The girls discuss the most boring topic, but it's an important one - Transport! A few top tips for transport - Let guests know if they have to sort themselves out - Put your schedule into the toilets - Don't feel bad to announce (even if Beth thinks it's an Ick) Or... book a venue with car park and accommodation! Was Beth really the best supplier but the WORST guest? Did Georgie deserve to be shouted at by a drunk taxi-less guest? With 2 entire years to book trans...

Jun 28, 202337 minSeason 1Ep. 22

21: "It's giving me page boy vibes"

"It's giving me page boy vibes" It's got a bit hot in the studio today so the girls discuss planning for a summer wedding. Should you have a later ceremony? Wear different clothes? Are shorts allowed? This catch-up episode talks through what Georgie & Beth have been up too but as normal, they go off on a few tangents. - Commission from wedding planners - Content creators and hierarchy - Why can't you take photo's when trying on dresses? - Discounts - can you ask? Beth chats about a big style...

Jun 21, 202357 minSeason 1Ep. 21

20: "There is nothing sexier"

"There is nothing sexier" Today the girls talk about wedding jewellery! From price to style, they cover it all- and we find out whether Georgie & Beth really care about the price of the engagement ring. Would you say anything to your partner if you didn't like your engagement ring?? Georgie gives her reasons for not wanting to be the one that proposed and her thoughts on the untraditional way of proposing! Stay tuned for 3 top tips for picking the wedding ring (from a jeweler) and some cheek...

Jun 14, 202339 minSeason 1Ep. 20

19: "I don't think it's a proper meal"

"I don't think it's a proper meal" The girls discuss the different types of caterers - in house, outside caterers and food vans, what does it all mean? They also try to find out if Georgie a narcissist... and if Beth will ever allow a buffet? The other topics mentioned; - Scones - sweet or savoury? - Wedding cake - top tips! - Bacon baps - yay or nay - Staying safe with menu choices - How to be a good guest when it comes to food. Bitches from a bride - Should guests check their outfits and to wh...

Jun 07, 202347 minSeason 1Ep. 19

18: "You'll eat the meat now!"

"You'll eat the meat now!" The girls talk about what we've all been waiting for - the FOOD! They discuss buffets, paper plates, disposable unit, canapes, breakfast, how much space you need on the table, trio of desserts and so much more. Beth finally tells us her favourite 3 crisp flavours, as we know you've all been waiting to know... Georgie discusses the pain of being a vegetarian at a wedding - and how she is a potato-hoe! Bitches from a bride: A bridesmaid who can't financially commit - sho...

May 31, 202353 minSeason 1Ep. 18

17: "Are you nervous?"

"Are you nervous?" Today the girls get into the juicy topic of speeches - Who should do them? When should they be? What should be said? Georgie reads out some of her own wedding speech which gives us the chills and Beth tells us that if Jack put cake in her face she would kill him. We have tips for each speech and what to include! - Bride speech - Father of the Bride - Groom - Best Man Georgie tells us about the guy on Tiktok who had this quote in his vows; "All I need is my belly to be full and...

May 24, 202347 minSeason 1Ep. 17

16: "What gives us the right”

“What gives us the right” We excitedly welcome Dan, the CEO and Founder of the largest and most famous UK wedding band – The function band! We hear all about how the band started, got so popular and who to thank for the podiums – little clue, it’s not Dan. The guys discuss the best ways to get and keep guests on the dancefloor, perfect timings for a wedding and the best songs to guarantee a packed dancefloor. We also hear some great stories from Dan about the Dylan - the squatting Scotsman, the ...

May 17, 20231 hr 25 minSeason 1Ep. 16

15: "I don't think it's gonna happen"

"I don't think it's gonna happen" The girls have a catch up and discuss the last months weddings and what's to come in May. Big news from Beth - you can find the new Etiquette Chairs here - https://www.etiquetteevents.co.uk/services-hire?pgid=lek67s4d1-4da64560-8485-4f5c-9b82-b6fc92d3eb31 And Georgie's digital downloads and checklist here - https://www.georginaroseevents.co.uk/shop We find out what the best man did with his gifted champagne. Georgie explains the ingredients to a perfect best man...

May 10, 202342 minSeason 1Ep. 15

14: "I'm not doing this anymore"

"I'm not doing this anymore" Today’s episode may be the most important one yet, it is all about the timings of a wedding day! The girls walk through Beth's hypothetical wedding (nope she still isn't engaged) from beginning to end and as usual, there are plenty of tips along the way. If you are a F.R.I.E.N.D.S fan, you aren't going to be with happy with Beth today... Bitches from a bride – A DM from a bride with a family dilemma all around seating on the day. Tip Jar – Shoes, shoes, shoes! Looks ...

May 03, 202352 minSeason 1Ep. 14

13: "It ain't your day"

“It ain’t your day” Today’s episode is not about you, it’s all about the guests and the biggest question of all- How can you be a good guest? The girls go through the hot topics; What to wear, how much money to give and a big one- how to behave. Georgie tells us a few stories of bad guests at weddings she’s run and Beth talks about the stress that’s involved when being a guest at a wedding... Bitches from a bride – how do we make sure that everyone matches our vibe when we enter? We'd love to kn...

Apr 26, 202348 minSeason 1Ep. 13

12: "It hits a little different"

"It hits a little different" Today the girls discuss all the entertainment you could have at your wedding and when it’s most need. So whether it’s music at the drinks reception, or rubbish portraits in the evening, we want to know what you are having? Georgie discusses how important live music can be and making sure you find the right ‘vibe’, don’t just have a string quartet because that’s what weddings have. Beth gives us her opinion on magic at last and spoiler alert- it’s a love. And the most...

Apr 19, 202351 minSeason 1Ep. 12

11: "I don't just wanna eat cake"

"I don't just wanna eat cake" Today the girls just ‘chat’ – as opposed to every other episode apparently! The main topic today is wedding fayres. Are they worth it, who’s there, when to go and what it’s like? We’d love to hear how many wedding fayres you went to, if any? From the NEC to small venue shows – what’s best? Top tips for wedding shows; Take cash Research and know your suppliers Wear comfy shoes! Take pictures of the suppliers to remember who you liked It’s a day out – not wedding plan...

Apr 12, 202342 minSeason 1Ep. 11
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