Wedding Wisdom Podcast w/ Doug Winters

Ep. 84: Paul Neuman

[http://dougwintersmusic.com/podcast/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/download-1.jpg] [http://dougwintersmusic.com/podcast/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/1519899492466.png]Today I have the privilege of sitting down with the brilliant and talented owner of Neuman's Kitchen, Paul Neuman. Paul takes us from his college years and lifelong journey as an artist to being the one of the most respected and influential "Off-Premise" caterers in New York.  In 2017, Neuman's Kitchen opened an office in Philadelphia and takes great pride in his new partnership with the city's National Museum of American Jewish History. This episode is a must for anyone who has ever considered hosting their wedding or gala event in a tent, museum, library or any other non-traditional venue. This is truly a masterclass on the role of food and food service in the event industry. Stay safe, stay strong, and keep listening to the scientists. We're gonna get through this together! -Doug

Ep. 83: Pejy Kash

[https://dougwintersmusic.com/podcast/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/download.jpg] [http://dougwintersmusic.com/podcast/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/download.jpg] [https://dougwintersmusic.com/podcast/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Untitled-Design-169x300.jpeg] [http://dougwintersmusic.com/podcast/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Untitled-Design.jpeg] My guest for Episode 83 is the irrepressibly charming Wedding Planner Pejy Kash. In a delightfully candid conversation, we talk about his passion for his work, his marriage, his “check-list” of locations and venues to display his work in, and his astonishing group of friends who collectively make up New York’s elite “next generation” of Wedding/Event Industry Icons. Pejy’s devotion to exceeding his wedding clients’ wildest artistic expectations is only matched by the love of the fashion world shared with his husband of four years. Sit back and hear this uniquely American story of emigrating to the suburbs of Long Island at seventeen, learning to speak English by watching cartoons, utilizing his native “Farsi” to comfortably bond with the “extraordinarily loyal tight-knit community” of Persian Jews and so much more.

Ep. 81: Sharon Becker

My guest for Wedding Wisdom Podcast Episode 81 is one of the most sought-after "hair-and-makeup" artists in Manhattan, Sharon Becker of SB Beauty.  Her encyclopedic knowledge of how to make a bride "look like her on her best day" is only matched by her fierce desire to grow as an artist; relentlessly pursuing new ways of refining and re-inventing who she is and what she does. Through a series of delightful anecdotes about her work as a makeup artist, from a "snow-globe" in Vail, Colorado to Richard Bramson's private island in the British Virgin Islands, she provides us with not only priceless "wedding wisdom," but a unique glimpse into her passion for our industry. Sharon Becker is a genuine force-of-nature and as you'll hear in the episode, "the first guest to leave me speechless." And allow me the honor and privilege of congratulating President-Elect Joe Biden and Vice-President-Elect Kamala Harris on their uniquely historic victory. All the best, Doug

Ep. 78: Robert Severini

Welcome to my remarkable conversation with an extraordinarily unique voice in the Weddings/Events industry, Robert Severini. As the Director of Events at the Wildlife Conservation Society, he has the unique perspective of someone who supervises countless spectacular events at five incredible landmark New York City locations, including The Bronx Zoo, Central Park Zoo, Queens Zoo, Prospect Park Zoo and the New York Aquarium in Coney Island.  His journey starts with a quick stint as a busboy/server and continues through several of the most prestigious “Off-Premise” catering companies stretching from The Hamptons to The Meatpacking District on Manhattan’s West Side. Sit back and enjoy my delightful chat with one of the terrific young “movers-and-shakers” in the events industry. As always, stay safe, stay strong and don’t forget to VOTE. Best, Doug

Ep. 77: Sarah Merians

Sarah Merians is truly one of the original “legends” of our industry. Starting out at just 23 years old, this veteran photographer is all about “love not being cancelled.” With so many years of experience, she understands the importance and meaning of both the technical aspects of collaboration and vendors/partners, always encouraging “storytelling.”  She also concentrates on the “before, during, and after” of the wedding experience. “It’s all about capturing the moment,” she says, acknowledging that, today,  everything is online. The secret to her success during Coronavirus is compassion and the ability to project energy and love — and that’s contagious in the best possible way. “Capturing life at its best,  and deep roots and professionalism” is beautiful.  These days, doing baby shoots (and Sarah is very busy), she’s wearing three masks to stay healthy during COVID. Find out the details during my compelling conversation with the one and only Sarah Merians. As always, stay safe, stay strong & listen to the scientists. We’ll get through this together. Best, Doug