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71. Behind the Lens with Frank Dillon Photography
16:12||Season 1, Ep. 71In this episode of the Wedding Help NI Podcast, Dale chats with Frank Dillon from Frank Dillon Photography about his journey from youth work into full-time wedding photography. Frank shares how he started his business during Covid, the challenges of building a photography brand in a competitive market, and why he fell in love with capturing weddings.They discuss the importance of candid, documentary-style photography, the pressures of photographing a once-in-a-lifetime event, what couples should look for when choosing a photographer, and the reality of running a wedding business behind the scenes.If you're planning your wedding and want to learn more about choosing the right photographer, this episode is packed with valuable insights and advice.
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"I Feel Too Ugly To Get Married" – A Skincare Expert Responds
23:46|In this episode of the Wedding Help NI Podcast, Dale Thomas chats with Anna from Skin By Anna about skincare, confidence, wedding preparation, and the truth behind achieving healthy, glowing skin.Together, they discuss the importance of personalised skincare, why social media trends aren't always the answer, and how professional advice can save people time, money, and frustration.If you're planning your wedding, Anna explains how far in advance brides should start preparing their skin, the treatments that can help create that perfect wedding-day glow, and why healthy skin is the foundation for flawless makeup. The conversation also explores skincare for grooms, common skin concerns such as acne, rosacea and pigmentation, and the simple routines that can make a huge difference.Whether you're a bride, groom, or simply interested in improving your skin health, this episode is packed with practical advice and expert insights.
69. Inside Celtri: Irish Music for Weddings
36:28||Season 1, Ep. 69In this episode of the Wedding Help NI Podcast, Dale Thomas sits down with Debbie from Celtri, one of Northern Ireland's most sought-after Irish wedding music groups.Debbie shares her incredible journey from learning the tin whistle as a child to performing at weddings around the world. We discuss the importance of music in creating unforgettable wedding moments, how couples can choose the perfect ceremony soundtrack, and why traditional Irish music continues to captivate audiences both at home and abroad.You'll also hear the story behind Celtri, how the trio was formed, what goes into creating their unique Celtic arrangements, and how they help couples bring their wedding vision to life. Plus, Dale gets a hands-on tin whistle lesson that may or may not lead to a future career with the band!
Behind The Scenes Of A Real Irish Castle Wedding
17:58|This week on the Wedding Help NI Podcast, we go behind the scenes at a real Irish castle wedding with Natalie and an incredible team of Wedding Help suppliers. From ceremony to the evening celebrations, we capture what really happens throughout a full wedding day — the teamwork, the creativity, the emotion, and all the little details couples never get to see.Featuring amazing local suppliers including photographers, videographers, celebrants, singers, décor specialists, childcare, live painting, content creation and more — this episode is a true showcase of the Northern Ireland wedding industry at its best. 🏰✨
68. Why Every Wedding Needs a Wedding Nanny
13:25||Season 1, Ep. 68In this episode of the Wedding Help NI Podcast, Dale chats with Rebecca from The Little Wedding Nanny about how she went from primary school teacher to launching her own wedding childcare business after planning her own wedding.Rebecca shares how the idea came about, the importance of having childcare support on your wedding day, and how wedding nannies help couples and guests relax while ensuring children are entertained, cared for, and safe throughout the celebrations.The conversation also covers:Planning weddings with children involvedWedding nanny services and packagesChildcare ratios and safety at weddingsThe growing trend of wedding childcare in Northern IrelandRebecca’s experience as both a bride and supplierHow Wedding Help NI helped grow her businessA great episode for couples planning a family-friendly wedding or anyone curious about the wedding industry behind the scenes.
67. The Professionals Wedding Band
57:32||Season 1, Ep. 67In this episode, Dale is joined by Conor, Mark and Janet from The Professionals Wedding Band. They chat about how the band started, growing the brand into four different wedding bands, and what it takes to keep couples dancing all night long.Conor and Janet also share their own experience of planning a wedding in just a matter of months, discussing the pressures, excitement and lessons they’ve learned along the way. From live wedding entertainment tips to behind-the-scenes stories from the industry, this episode is packed with insight for couples planning their big day.
66. The Truth About Wedding Costs, Stress & Building Your Dream Day
35:00||Season 1, Ep. 66In this episode of the Wedding Help NI Podcast, Dale is joined by Darren from Fairytale Wedding Specialists, Lorna from The Little Pearl Company and wedding singer Amber Beckinsale for an honest and entertaining chat all about planning the perfect wedding.The panel discusses what couples should focus on when organising their dream wedding, the biggest wedding disasters they’ve experienced, how they handle the pressures of running wedding businesses, and the reality of rising wedding costs in today’s industry.They also talk about the incredible community behind Wedding Help NI and why supporting local suppliers makes such a difference when planning your big day.If you're newly engaged, currently planning your wedding, or simply love hearing behind-the-scenes wedding stories, this episode is packed with advice, laughs and real industry insight.👍 Don’t forget to Like, Subscribe & Share to support the podcast.