The Wedding Buzz

Ep. 93 - What Wedding Planners Actually Do on Wedding Day (That You Never See)

Everyone sees the beautiful wedding photos… but nobody sees the planner sprinting across the venue with safety pins, fixing a crooked floorplan, chasing down missing groomsmen, holding umbrellas in the rain, or rebuilding timelines in real time. In this solo episode, Sydney from Delightful Planning shares the behind the scenes reality of wedding days and all the chaos couples never even realize is happening. From forgotten shoes and weather disasters to family photo chaos and emergency fixes, this episode is a fun and honest look at what wedding planners actually do so couples can stay present and enjoy their day. Follow along: Instagram: @delightful_planning @theweddingbuzzpodcast

Ep. 92 - Joy, Leadership & Scaling a Wedding Business with Malike

This week on The Wedding Buzz, Sydney is joined by Malike from Curate Entertainment for a conversation all about creativity, leadership, entrepreneurship, and finding joy in the wedding industry again. Malike shares how he went from DJing for fun to building one of the most recognizable entertainment companies in the luxury wedding space. The two talk about scaling a business, hiring and leading a team, balancing creativity with profit, luxury hospitality, burnout, and why weddings should never lose sight of what truly matters. This episode is packed with honest conversations, business advice, and perspective shifts for wedding vendors, entrepreneurs, and couples alike. Topics include: * Growing and scaling a wedding business * Leadership and building a strong team * Creativity vs. business * Luxury client experience and hospitality * Finding balance as an entrepreneur * Keeping joy at the center of weddings Follow along: @delightful_planning @curate_entertainment @dj_mallike_ @theweddingbuzzpodcast

Ep. 91 - $50K Budget vs $100K Vision

If you’ve ever wondered why your wedding budget isn’t matching the vision you’ve saved on Pinterest… this episode is for you. In this solo episode, Sydney breaks down one of the most common (and frustrating) challenges couples face: having a $50K budget with a $100K+ vision. She shares what things actually cost, the hidden fees no one talks about, and why your venue price is just the beginning. If you want to avoid disappointment and plan a wedding that feels intentional, elevated, and realistic—this is a conversation you don’t want to skip. Need help planning? Reach out to Sydney! www.delightfulplanning.com or send her an email at sydney@delightfulplanning.com

Ep. 90 - Sip, Savor & Celebrate — A Deep Dive into Wedding Cuisine with Chef Laura Ashley

In this episode of The Wedding Buzz, host Sydney Whidden sits down with Chef Laura Ashley, owner of Laura Ashley Catering & Events, to talk about everything couples need to know about wedding catering. From menu planning and tastings to service flow and guest experience, Laura shares insider tips to help couples avoid common mistakes and create a meal their guests will rave about long after the wedding ends. You’ll learn how to choose the right catering style, how food timing impacts your reception flow, and why thoughtful menu design elevates the entire celebration.

Ep. 89 - “Glam From Morning Till ‘I Do’: Secrets to Perfect Wedding Hair & Makeup with VINA & Co”

Host Sydney Whidden sits down with Veronica Fiallos, founder of VINA & Co Hair & Makeup, to talk about how couples can plan a smooth, stress-free beauty experience on their wedding day. Veronica shares her journey into bridal beauty, explains what makes wedding hair and makeup different from everyday glam, and offers insider tips on when to book, how to prepare for a beauty trial, and how to coordinate with planners and photographers to keep the day running smoothly. If you want to feel confident, radiant, and photo-ready every moment of your wedding day, this episode is packed with expert advice to help you plan the perfect beauty timeline.