Before I Do Podcast

In this episode, we're reminiscing about our wedding day as we share some lessons we learned along the way! Join us as we travel back in time to relive some of the most special moments of our big day and share a few things we might tweak if we had the chance to do it all over again. Don’t get us wrong—we loved every moment! But with the benefit of hindsight, here’s what we might approach just a little bit differently.

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Did you enjoy the first half of our deep dive into seamless wedding planning? We’re back with Part 2 of this special episode of Before I Do, where we continue uncovering the often-overlooked logistics that can make or break your big day. If you or your fiancé are the type who wants every detail meticulously planned to ensure a stress-free celebration, this episode is for you!

At Jackson and June Events, we’ve been perfecting our wed...

Are you or your fiance the type who wants every detail flawlessly planned and thought out so your wedding day feels seamless and stress-free? If so, this episode of Before I Do is for you, as we dive into the lesser-known wedding logistics that can make or break your special day. This is Part 1 of 2, so stay tuned for more.

We’ve been revising our wedding to-do checklists at Jackson and June Events and realized there are so many det...

Are you looking to build a strong relationship with your soon-to-be or future in-laws or strengthen the dynamic you’ve already built? If so, today’s episode is just for you, as we’re focusing on how you can proactively foster a strong relationship with your partner’s parents and family. It takes effort, but the rewards are worth it!

We'll cover intentional strategies, practical tips, and share personal experiences to help you c...

With football season officially kicking off, Alex has been getting into the spirit by doing some fantasy drafts. That got us thinking... what if we did the same for weddings? Welcome to the Fantasy Wedding Draft! In this episode, we’re bringing the excitement of football season to wedding planning.

Here’s how it works: There are 11 key categories to make up your “wedding” or “team.” You’ll have to fill all 11 slots, but there’s no b...

In this episode, we're diving into the stress of wedding planning and offering strategies to help you actually enjoy the process. Sure, you’ve seen the Pinterest tips about planning a date night where you don’t talk about the wedding—but we’re going deeper. How can you minimize the overall stress of planning instead of just pausing it for a few hours? From breaking things down into phases to focusing on what really matters, we...

Sending out Save the Dates is a significant milestone in your wedding planning journey—it's the moment your plans become public! In this episode, Sammy and Alex guide you through the essential planning steps you should aim to complete before your Save the Dates hit your guests' mailboxes. We’ll explore common questions, share expert tips, and discuss how couples typically navigate this part of the process.

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Welcome to episode #20! In this episode, we dive into the art of building a wedding registry that will help you build your life together—without ending up with stuff you don't need. We'll cover everything from the best places to register to how to decide what to put on your list based on your lifestyle and future plans.

Alex and Sammy discuss the following highlights:

• Logistics of Building a Registry
• Deciding What to Reg...

Welcome to Episode #19 of Before I Do! In today’s episode, we're diving into the ins and outs (as well as tips and hot takes) of planning a bachelor or bachelorette party. We’ll discuss figuring out what you want, setting expectations with your pals, and planning an unforgettable experience. It’s funny how our opinions on these parties have evolved over the years—what we thought was a blast in our 20s is definitely different n...

Welcome to Episode #18 of Before I Do! Alex is driving today’s episode as we are doing a "Groom 101" and what parts of the wedding they can jump into planning while having fun with it! 

Alex is going to speak from the viewpoint of a groom, because that's his experience, but this is not exclusively for people who identify as grooms. No matter what role you play in the couple, you may be someone who hasn’t been planning...

Welcome back to Before I Do! This is Episode #17, and we’re thrilled to continue our summer series, "Let’s Hear It from an Expert!" In today’s episode, Alex and Sammy dive into an exciting conversation with our special guest, Valerie Flynn, owner of T3 Event Rentals!

Valerie will share their journey and the ins and outs of their event rental business. T3 Event Rentals caters to various needs, including corporate events, we...

Welcome to Episode #16 of Before I Do! Today we are continuing our summer series, Let’s Hear It from an Expert, and we have a treat for you guys. We have Kristen Curles from Epting Events!

Epting Events is a catering & design company serving clients all over the Southeast, offering custom menus, but specializing in elevated Southern cuisine and beverages.

Epting Events was founded by Lee Epting in 1977. His desire to create uniqu...

Welcome to Episode #15 of Before I Do! We are continuing our summer series, Let’s Hear It from an Expert, and we have a treat for you guys! We have Casey Crogan from Atlanta Wedding Band (AWB) on today. 

Atlanta Wedding Band is a tight-knit roster of friends, some of which have been playing together since high school, and Casey is one of the original members. With some of the best musicians and entertainers Atlanta has to offer, AWB...

Welcome to Episode #14 of Before I Do! 

Today we are continuing our summer series, Let’s Hear It from an Expert! Today's expert is David Osborne with Sound Insight Productions and Athens DJ Service! And ya’ll, he and his teams are some of the best, although, we might be a little biased since David was OUR DJ at our wedding! 

David and his teams are dedicated to providing “exceptional entertainment for couples who love to party” ...

Today we are continuing our summer series, Let’s Hear It from an Expert! Our expert today is Maggie Dunn with Maggie Dunn Photography and ya’ll, she is so great. She’s truly a “friendor” of our entire team! We just love working with her! We will be talking all things photography and how to select the right photographer for your big day. 

Maggie is a wedding photographer, serving couples who want their wedding to feel joyful, relaxed...

 Today we are starting a fun summer series called Let’s Hear it from an Expert! Over the next few months, we’ll chat with some of our favorite pros about their specific crafts and services. We’re going to be getting the inside scoop, ins and outs, and their biggest pieces of advice for you, the engaged couple! 

And today we’ve got one of our all-time favorites, Darian, from Araiza Florals!

We're going to dive into the ...

Not sure how to change your last name, where to start, or even when, once you’ve tied the knot? We’ve got this covered in today’s episode, with our very first guest!

Alex Goldney from Nee Name Change is with us and she is going to help us walk through the process of changing your name after the wedding and not only that, but how to do it in style. 

Use discount code “J&J10” for 10% off name change kits at https://neenamechange.co...

We’ve got such a fun one today - we are going to talk about all things moving in together!

I feel like it is such a relevant topic when wedding planning because a lot of couples are either doing this at the same time they are planning or they have just recently moved in together before getting engaged. Many of our couples will hop on calls and be like, “oh we were looking at houses this weekend” or “we were packing up our apartment”...

It’s party time! We’re talking all about the pros, the cons, and best practices for both wedding DJs and bands! 

The decision to hire a DJ or a band for your wedding is always a big one. And honestly, there is no right answer because each wedding and each couple is so different! So what we’re going to do is talk through pros and cons with each and some personal opinions to help you decide which option is best for you! 

DJ:

What we lov...