I’ve mentioned them many times as they are one of my favourite venues: Panama Dining Room! Today we meet Luke Stepsys, the proud owner of Panama who under his watch has hosted over 1000 weddings. Allow me to introduce to you the man behind the business, Luke Stepsys. Website: www.thepanama.com.au/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/thepanamadiningroom @thepanamadiningroom Facebook: www.facebook.com/welcometothepanama/ @welcometothepanama Your Host, Pete The Celebrant is a young Melbourne wedding celebrant and MC who creates relaxed, natural and easy-going wedding ceremonies. You can follow Pete o ..read more

You wake up in the early hours of the morning after months of planning, preparing and paying deposits. You arrive at your selected venue and the event manager gives your Celebrant the thumbs-up that we’re ready to begin... And suddenly this thought hits you... ‘I hope they’re good?!’. Today you meet one of the best celebrants in the business, Sam Lavery. From stand up comic to marriage celebrant, he’s here to create your ideal wedding atmosphere; where he believes it's not about him, it’s about you. Allow me to introduce to you the very talented Sam Lavery! Website: www.samlaverythecelebrant.c ..read more

Want to read the latest blog on trends and advice? Want to find your latest supplier who’s been hand-selected by those in the industry? Today we meet Natalie Drum and Jo Betz from Ivory Tribe who offer a one-stop shop for all your wedding planning needs. Allow me to introduce to you the talented Natalie and Jo! Website: ivorytribe.com.au/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/ivorytribe/ @ivorytribe Facebook: www.facebook.com/ivorytribeweddings/ Pinterest: www.pinterest.com.au/ivorytribe/ Your Host, Pete The Celebrant is a young Melbourne wedding celebrant and MC who creates relaxed, natural and eas ..read more

Today I run you through some of the changes to the podcast and a huge Hello to 2024! I also talk about some marriage insights according to Easy Weddings that should help all couples currently planning. Thanks for listening and it’s going to be a great year ahead! Your Host, Pete The Celebrant is a young Melbourne wedding celebrant and MC who creates relaxed, natural and easy-going wedding ceremonies. You can follow Pete on: Website: ⁠www.petethecelebrant.com.au/⁠ Instagram: ⁠www.instagram.com/petethecelebrant/⁠ @petethecelebrant Facebook ⁠www.facebook.com/petethecelebrant⁠ Youtube: ⁠www.youtu ..read more

Venue, Celebrants, who will hold my flowers, what colour theme should we have, who will help plan my table settings and how do I szuzz my dress? Today we meet Melanie James from Melly Rain where she offers all things helping you plan your wedding! Website: mellyrain.com.au/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/mellyrain_events/ @mellyrain_events Facebook: www.facebook.com/mellyrainevents Podcast: www.instagram.com/cutthecakepodcast/ @cutthecakepodcast Your Host, Pete The Celebrant is a young Melbourne wedding celebrant and MC who creates relaxed, natural and easy-going wedding ceremonies. You can f ..read more

Apologies, Apologies!!! But we're back! Here are some ruminations about how Chat GPT describes me, a refresher on writing vows and a guide to picking your vendors. Pete The Celebrant is a young Melbourne wedding celebrant and MC who creates relaxed, natural and easy-going wedding ceremonies. You can follow Pete on: Website: www.petethecelebrant.com.au/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/petethecelebrant/ @petethecelebrant Facebook www.facebook.com/petethecelebrant Youtube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ9JPBzRGQRpfjFqBE5OnQA?view_as=subscriber Linkedin www.linkedin.com/in/peter-hordern-8a772a56/ Easy ..read more

Whether it’s Outlander or Braveheart that tickles your fancy, it’s the Bagpipes that draws us in with its commanding presence. Have you ever considered having bagpipes at your own wedding? Today we chat with Josh Chandler, a Melbourne based bagpiper who takes us through his personal history of the bagpipes and how he can join you on your big day. Website: joshchandlerbagpiping.com/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/josh.chandler.bagpiping/ @josh.chandler.bagpiping Facebook: www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063736834663 Your Host, Pete The Celebrant is a young Melbourne wedding celebrant and MC ..read more

They say not to bring children or animals to weddings…but what if your wedding wont be complete without your favourite furbaby? Today we chat with Karryn from The Wedding Sitter who takes us through what they do to get your furbaby there and back home safe and sound. Website: www.theweddingsitter.pet/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/theweddingsitter.au @theweddingsitter.au Facebook: www.facebook.com/theweddingsitter.au/ Your Host, Pete The Celebrant is a young Melbourne wedding celebrant and MC who creates relaxed, natural and easy-going wedding ceremonies. You can follow Pete on: Website: www ..read more

To dance or not to dance, that is the question. Today we talk with Anthony Auffret from First Dance Academy. Anthony teaches couples all across the globe to learn a personally choreographed dance for their wedding. Each dance will be unique so you don’t have to fear a rinse-and-repeat performance your friends may have learnt. Website: firstdanceacademy.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefirstdanceacademy @thefirstdanceacademy Your Host, Pete The Celebrant is a young Melbourne wedding celebrant and MC who creates relaxed, natural and easy-going wedding ceremonies. You can follow Pete ..read more

You’ve been welcomed to the front, you’re holding the microphone and with everyone watching and waiting it’s your time to give the speech. Are you ready? Today we talk with Richard Ford from Life Is A Speech. Richard helps individuals from all across the globe share the perfect speech, one that’s sentimental, funny and memorable for all the right reasons. With over 400 x 5 star reviews you know you’re in safe hands. Website: www.lifeisaspeech.com/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/lifeisaspeech/ @lifeisaspeech Your Host, Pete The Celebrant is a young Melbourne wedding celebrant and MC who creates ..read more