Honest Wedding Advice

Honest Wedding Advice

Sometimes the advice is for the couple. Sometimes the advice is for the vendors. Regardless, I have almost 100K streams on 15 different platforms with the number one wedding podcast in the Philadelphia Tri-State area. I'm Eric Scott Gold, DJ ESG, a private event DJ with over 30+ years of experience. These are my micro tips! The SHORT version of EVERYTHING, because Millennials and Gen Z's have the attention spans of a flea. I sugarcoat NOTHING. It's all from the heart and as RAW as it comes. I hope you can appreciate the honesty. I have over 3,500 events under my belt with over 1000 online reviews. I'm a 7-time finalist for "International Mobile Entertainer Of The Year", a three-time "Best Of Philadelphia" winner, a two-time "Best Of San Diego" winner, and a two-time "Best Of Bucks" winner. I am the number one advocate in the nation for LGBTQ weddings and the first person to ever hold the pride flags up at the International DJ Expo during a live performance. I've also officiated over 200 weddings and over 50 same-sex weddings. Lastly, I had the amazing and distinguished honor of MCing (with my buddy Bob Palio behind the decks) Jason & Kylie Kelce's wedding. Yes, THAT Jason Kelce! #GoBirds Peace, Love & God Above! :-)

Episodes

May 12, 2024 5 mins

You're about to say "I do," but will your playlist do you justice without offending Grandma Joan or little cousin Timmy? Let's cut through the noise as DJ ESG lays down the law on why your wedding day isn't the place for those explicit tracks you bump on Saturday nights. Picture this: the dance floor is lit, the spirits are high, and then BAM! An F-bomb drops harder than Aunt Karen's jaw. Not exactly t...

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Brace yourselves for a reality check as I, DJ ESG, cut through the fluff to address the alarming 30% slump hammering the wedding industry. This isn't just about numbers; it's a stark look into the mirror for vendors far and wide. From photographers donning sneakers to venues swapping staff like trading cards, I'm laying it all out with brutal honesty. If you've felt the sting of dwindling bookings and can't...

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Ever been to a wedding where the after-party shenanigans eclipsed the nuptial bliss? Strap in for a ride with me, Dj ESG, as I regale you with the tale of a meltdown so epic, it'll make you rethink that extra toast at the open bar. This episode isn't just about laughs and head-shakes, though; it's a real-talk rundown on the mayhem that booze and responsibilities can brew when they mix at weddings.

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Ever wondered how a wedding can spiral into an unforgettable saga of misadventures? Strap in, because I'm DJ ESG, and I'm about to walk you through a wedding that was anything but ordinary. Picture this: a ceremony at an unconventional city venue, a photographer's car towed for an ill-fated hydrant parking, and a videographer's dance with the same fate. This episode of Wedding Advice is no fairy tale—it&apo...

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Get ready to toss out that dusty old wedding playlist and inject some serious groove into your big day! Here's the scoop: cover songs are not just knock-offs of the greats; they are musical revolutionaries that can elevate your wedding to legendary status. Join me, DJ EST, as I break down the incredible power of the cover song in making your wedding soundtrack one for the history books. I'm bringing you heart-pumping tale...

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Get your dancing shoes ready and your vocal cords prepped, because Dj ESG is about to drop a playlist that's pure white girl magic! It's a no-holds-barred party where "Dancing Queen" meets "Uptown Funk," and every track is a singalong sensation. From the disco inferno of ABBA to the pop perfection of Carly Rae Jepsen and the unstoppable force that is Taylor Swift, we're unearthing the ultimate wed...

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Ever wondered what it would be like to slam the traditional wedding playbook through a table and lace your big day with the high-flying, body-slamming spectacle of WWE? Well, buckle up, because that's exactly what we're tackling in this episode. I, Dj ESG, am taking you on a ringside seat to the ultimate matrimonial main event, where the passion for professional wrestling and wedding celebrations tag team for an unforgett...

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Ready to turn up the volume on your wedding memories? Let DJ ESG be your guide to the ultimate 90s sing-along playlist that'll get every guest from your distant aunt to your best man shouting lyrics like there's no tomorrow. I'm bringing you a lineup of tracks that aren't just songs, they're time machines. With picks like "I Want It That Way" and "Livin' La Vida Loca," I've got...

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Ever wondered how a song about heartbreak became the anthem for newlyweds' first dances? Tune in to the latest beats and banter with DJ ESG, who's fresh out of hernia surgery and ready to spin tales of wedding playlist blunders that'll have you laughing and second-guessing your own music choices. Sporting scars shaped like a "healing bowling ball," I'm breaking down why the likes of Whitney Houston&apo...

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Ever dreamed of crafting a wedding that's as unique as your love story without breaking the bank? Buckle up, lovebirds! In this whirlwind of an episode, I, Dj ESG, am spilling the secrets to infusing your big day with personality and pizzazz, all through savvy DIY magic. From the get-go, we're sharing ways to put a personal stamp on everything – think bespoke invitations whipped up on Canva to a family friend's canno...

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Dust off your dancing shoes and get ready to boogie because this season, I, DJ ESG, am here to amp up your wedding with a Motown revival that will have every guest, from your trendy cousin to your groovy grandma, twirling under the disco ball. Imagine the magic of '59 coursing through your reception as we spin the tracks that have not only defined a generation but have been the hidden heartbeat behind today's chart-topper...

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Are you ready to turn up the volume and make your wedding the talk of the town? DJ ESG's got the inside scoop on why picking a DJ with a fire in their heart beats one with just a paycheck on their mind. Fresh from a double hernia surgery and more pumped than ever, I'm here to drop a truth bomb that'll change the way you think about hiring your wedding entertainment. Imagine a DJ who's so into their craft, they&a...

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Hey, wedding warriors! It's Dj ESG spinning the deck with season seven, and we've got a treasure trove of wedding wonders that'll have your guests talking long after the bouquet's been tossed. Picture this: a guest book that flips the script with mad-lib style hilarity, a bridal party shimmying into a flash mob, and off-the-wall photo booth antics that'll tickle your funny bone. You're in for a treat a...

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Hey, party planners and lovers of love, it's your favorite wedding beat-dropper, DJ ESG, spinning not just tracks but also the ultimate guide on crafting your bridal party. Ever been tangled in the web of who to include in your wedding lineup? Fear not! I've got the magic formula to help you select a squad that'll shine brighter than a diamond tiara. No more second-guessing or friendship-testing; it's all about ...

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Get ready to finesse the subtleties of wedding song requests without stepping on any (musical) toes! This episode dishes out unfiltered advice straight from the DJ booth, with your host, DJ ESG, guiding you through the do's and don'ts of getting your favorite tunes spun at a wedding. It's about more than just shouting out your jam — it's understanding when to hit up the DJ, how to charm them into playing your pi...

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Ever found yourself whispering about a guest's faux pas at a wedding? Well, folks, we're flipping the script and schooling you on wedding guest etiquette so you're never the one being whispered about. Join us as we uncloak the dos and don'ts that will have you receiving a standing ovation for your impeccable manners. From the cardinal sin of wearing white to the wedding (yes, people still do that!) to the subtle...

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Have you ever felt a special bond that transcends biological ties, especially when it comes to family? Join me, Dj ESG, as I spin not just records but real talk on the delicate subject of the stepmother-stepchild dance at weddings. In our newest heartfelt season, we're crafting the perfect playlist for those deeply personal moments that celebrate the love and time shared between stepmoms and their stepchildren. From tear-jerke...

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Prepare to have your wedding speech clichés shattered, because DJ ESG is in the house with unapologetically real talk for the maid of honor struggling to write something that won't bore the entire reception. If you're fed up with cookie-cutter advice and want to learn how to craft a speech that'll have the crowd hanging on your every word – and not because they're waiting for it to end – this is the episode you ...

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Ever wondered what goes into picking the perfect first dance song for a wedding? Brace yourselves for a rollercoaster of honesty as I, Dj ESG, launch into season seven of Honest Wedding Advice, where I've got the scoop on everything from timeless tracks to the tunes you should definitely skip for your big day. Trust me, when it comes to tying the knot, the last thing you need is a cliché melody tripping you up as you take that...

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Ever felt like wedding planning is more about dodging unsolicited advice than choosing your dream cake? I'm DJ ESG, and in this raw and real discussion, I lay down the law on why it's time to silence the chorus of "shoulds" and "musts" that threatens to drown out your own wedding bells. From the overbearing relative who insists on a chicken dance to the friend who critiques your choice of napkin fold, ...

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