The Wedding Where...
Join me, Amanda, owner of Officiating by Amanda, as I share stories of weddings I've officiated and lessons I've learned, advice for the dating, engaged or married, reactions to wedding ceremonies in movies and TV shows, special guests from the wedding industry sharing their stories, behind the scenes interviews with some of my couples, and the answers to your questions. With 10 years under my belt, I've got many, many tales to tell!
Episodes
35 episodes
Vows Mini Series - Repeat After Me
Amanda explores the art of "repeat after me" wedding vows in this episode of the Vow mini-series, offering practical guidance for creating simple yet meaningful promises that couples can easily repeat during their ceremony.• Part of a s...
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Episode 903
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3:42
Vows Mini Series - Long Traditional Vows
Have you ever wondered about all the different ways to say "I do"? In this episode of the Vow mini-series on The Wedding Where, I'm exploring one of my favorite traditional vow formats—a comprehensive four-question approach that packs multiple ...
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Episode 902
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3:43
Vows Mini Series - Just say "I Do"
What exactly are you promising when you say "I do"? Wedding vows represent the heart of any marriage ceremony, yet many couples don't fully consider their options beyond tradition. In this first installment of our special mini-seri...
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Episode 901
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200 Weddings Bonus! Top 2025 Trends so far!
Milestone moments deserve reflection! Having just completed my 200th wedding ceremony, I'm pulling back the curtain to share fascinating trends emerging in 2025. This mid-year review reveals how modern couples are reshaping wedding traditions w...
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Episode 106
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24:38
Surprise! The Bride was Pregnant
Ever wondered what surprises lurk beneath those winter wedding parkas? Let's wraps up the "We Listen and Don't Judge" series with a heartwarming tale of unexpected revelations and thoughtful timing. This episode features a seemingl...
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Episode 25
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The Father of the Groom had a LONG Speech
Have you ever sat through a wedding speech so painfully long that it made you reconsider your own wedding plans? That's exactly what happened when I witnessed a father of the groom deliver what might be the most uncomfortable wedding toast I've...
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Episode 24
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14:12
Bonus Episode - Unveiling Wedding Traditions!
Wedding traditions carry the weight of generations past, but do they still serve today's couples? That's the exciting journey we embark on in this episode of The Wedding Ware, where we explore how time-honored customs can be reimagined, refresh...
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Episode 105
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25:42
They Were Still Married to Other People
Amanda shares a unique wedding scenario where she conducted a non-legal commitment ceremony for a couple who were still married to other people. Let's explore the ethics and practicalities of commitment ceremonies versus legal marriages, unpack...
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Episode 23
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14:58
The Bride Denied the Groom Cake featuring Verlyn Tarlton
Verlyn Tarlton returns to share insights from her work as a pre-marriage counselor, including a revealing wedding story where a bride's disrespectful cake-cutting behavior foreshadowed their eventual divorce, and three key pieces of advice for ...
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Episode 22
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Interview with Verlyn Tarlton, host of "The Before You Do" Podcast
Most couples will spend a year planning their wedding but barely a moment envisioning their actual marriage. In this eye-opening conversation with Verlyn Tarlton, author and host of "The Before You Do Podcast", we explore the critical conversat...
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Episode 21
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The Mother of the Bride was Drunk
Amanda shares a memorable wedding story where the mother of the bride was significantly intoxicated during the ceremony, offering thoughtful reflections on how alcohol impacts wedding celebrations.• The mother of the bride had consumed ...
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Episode 20
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Bonus Episode - Wisdom from 11 Years of Officiating: From International Reach to Industry Scams
We celebrate 11 years in the officiating business by sharing milestones in our podcast journey and revealing the scams targeting wedding vendors. This bonus episode combines gratitude for our growing international audience with practical warnin...
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Episode 104
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34:25
The Groom Had a Black Eye
Ever wonder where wedding officiants draw their ethical lines? That dilemma sits at the heart of this raw, unflinching look at one of my most challenging ceremonies - a wedding where the groom showed up sporting a fresh black eye.The jo...
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Episode 19
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I Roared
Have you ever witnessed a wedding officiant roar like a dinosaur during the ceremony? In one of my most memorable weddings, that's exactly what happened - and it wasn't even planned! I share the delightful story of arriving at what appeared to ...
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Episode 18
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I Calmed a Nervous Groom with a Dirty Joke
Weddings are days full of emotions, especially nerves, and as an officiant I often step in to calm anxious couples, attendants, and family members before the ceremony begins.• Nerves stem from the significant time, money, and planning i...
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Episode 17
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Behind the Scenes: What's in My Officiating Bag
What does a wedding officiant actually bring to your ceremony? In this celebratory bonus episode marking over 500 listens, I'm unzipping my officiating bag to reveal the essential toolkit that helps me navigate wedding days with confidence and ...
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Episode 103
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23:17
I Gave a Drunken Toast
Unexpected moments can define our professional boundaries. After officiating a beautiful ceremony for Amanda and Tito, I found myself unexpectedly called upon to deliver the reception blessing—a task that had specifically been assigned to the b...
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Episode 16
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Interview with Bride Amanda (pt. 2)
Part two of what should be called "A Few Drinks In", Amanda reflects on her wedding day eight years later, sharing intimate details and offering wisdom for couples on maintaining their connection through life's challenges.• The ceremony...
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Episode 15
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Interview with Bride Amanda (pt. 1)
This episode could have been best described as "a few drinks in".Bride Amanda joins Amanda as she shares her wedding journey, from meeting her husband on Tinder to planning their family-centered celebration while juggling nursing school ...
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Episode 14
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I Cried
I share the story of the wedding that made me break my professional composure and cry during the ceremony. This emotional experience changed how I approach my role as an officiant, allowing me to be more flexible with ceremony scripts and more ...
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Episode 13
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Bonus Episode: Officiant Pet Peeves with Tristen
What makes wedding officiants silently cringe during your special day? Amanda and guest officiant Tristan pull back the curtain on the pet peeves that haunt even the most professional ceremony leaders in this milestone 250-listener bonus episod...
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Episode 102
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36:44
Birthday Bonus: 15 Essential Tips for Couples and Vendors
Wedding planning involves countless decisions, expectations, and potential pitfalls. Drawing from my extensive experience officiating ceremonies, I'm sharing fifteen essential wedding tips that can transform your planning process and wedding da...
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Episode 101
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28:44
There were 3 Weddings in 24 Hours
I am normally a person to run around from project to event to task to meal, so why should officiating schedule be any different! Today's episode talks about my marathon days and how communication is key in making sure everything can run s...
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Episode 12
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Everyone was in Bathing Suits
Today we are talking about wedding attire, some of the mismatches that happen - like brides in $15,000 gowns and grooms in Tux T-Shirts, why it is important to inquiry about the dress code for weddings, the grace couples should give in deciding...
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Episode 11
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