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S2, Ep 9: How can you be friends with your competition?!
Join Emma and Shannon as they chat with Social wedding content creator, Jamie Doddy.
They dive into what a social content creator can do at your wedding, why it's better than having your bridesmaid do it, and what Jamie loves most about her job.
In this weeks episode Shannon answers all your burning questions about business! How it all began? Whats been our biggest challenge? How does she juggle being a mum and running her own business? And so many more questions …../
Shannon: Co-host and advocate of "Off the Peg" wedding dresses.
Emma: Co-host with insights and big personality.
Timecodes:
00:00 - 01:00: Introduction to the podcast episode and discussion of the guest's background. 01:00 - 10:00: Discussion of the guest's early business experiences, including funding and early challenges. 10:00 - 20:00: Insights into business growth, challenges with cash flow, and key turning points. 20:00 - 30:00: Reflections on business partnerships, regrets, and personal insights. 30:00 - 40:00: Advice for new entrepreneurs, including staffing and financial management. 40:00 - 50:00: Discussion on personal interests, potential alternative career paths, and future plans. 50:00 - 55:00: Closing thoughts and wrap-up.
Mentions and Links:
Business Enterprise Fund: Based in Bradford
Joe Slocum: Mentioned in the context of purchasing dresses.
Julie Micklethwaite: Provided initial funding.
Yorkshire Bank: Provided finance for the building.
How big are your tits?! This week’s episode is all about boobs!!! Big ones, small ones and how to make them look good in any outfit and even a wedding dress!
This week we had the priveledge of chatting to the amazing Chantelle who is an expert in all things boobs!!
Shannon: Co-host and advocate of "Off the Peg" wedding dresses.
Emma: Co-host with insights and big personality.
Guest:
Chantelle - Lovely boutique friend, Chantelle, AKA the Brow-Espera.
Timecodes:
00:00 - 04:00: Introduction to Proper Fit and Comfort 04:00 - 08:30: Fashion Trends and Personal Choices 08:30 - 13:00: Size and Fit Challenges 13:00 - 16:00: Cost and Investment in Proper Fit 16:00 - 21:00: Underwire and Alternative Solutions 21:00 - 22:00: Conclusion and Wrap-Up
Mentions and Links:
Victoria's Secret: Mentioned as a training background for one of the hosts.
Sugar Candy: Mentioned as an Australian brand for bras with a patented fabric-based underwire.
Bra: Mentioned multiple times in the context of bra fitting and sizing.
It's only now looking back that I realise why I developed adult acne and I can't believe I never fully understood why this happened to me?
I knew at the time that my acne was bad as I suffered so much with lack of confidence but I tried my best to mask it with make up and pretend like nothing was wrong. I now look back and don't recognise that person and I have this amazing skin care to thank for giving me my confidence back!
Shannon: Co-host and advocate of "Off the Peg" wedding dresses.
Emma: Co-host with insights and big personality.
Timecodes:
00:00 - 00:16: Introduction of the hosts and theme of the podcast. 00:16 - 01:05: Discussion about spending time together, Love Island, and work schedules. 01:05 - 02:40: Talking about work adjustments and spending time with family. 02:40 - 03:40: Mention of videos from The Apprentice. 03:40 - 06:30: Discussion about skin issues, stress, and the impact of appearing on The Apprentice. 06:30 - 09:20: Background in skincare and the relationship between stress and skin health. 09:20 - 13:00: Talking about adult acne, the process of joining the show, and personal concerns about representation. 13:00 - 17:15: Challenges faced during and after the show, dealing with stress, and skin problems. 17:15 - 22:30: Dealing with acne and medical consultations, including the lack of support from the healthcare system. 22:30 - 29:00: Treatments undertaken, such as laser therapy, and the impact of these treatments on skin health. 29:00 - 33:20: Discussion about persistent skin issues and the connection between acne and hormonal changes. 33:20 - 35:00: Mention of treatments like Roacquitane and experiences of others with similar issues.
Mentions:
The Apprentice: References to the show and Emma’s experiences on it.
Lord Sugar: Mentioned in context with The Apprentice.
Julia Jekyll: Makeup artist who taught Emma.
Cosmetico and Kim: Mentioned as the place and person Emma went to for skin treatments.
Obagi Medical: Skincare products Emma used for treating her skin issues.
Roacquitane: A medication for acne treatment discussed by the hosts.
Love Island: TV show mentioned in the context of hosts' communication habits.
Kirsty (from Cosmetico): Performed Emma's laser therapy.
This weeks episode sees us chatting to our first ever podcast guest and boy have we started on a high!! With quite possibly the best guest EVER!!
Welcome Michael from The Undercover Waiters. Michael talks to the girls all about who The Undercover Waiters are? Brit school, Take That and not forgetting, our mutual love for the Yorkshire legend that is Jane McDonald!!
Michael walked in the room fairly unknown to us and it's safe to say he left as a friend! We got on like a house on fire and we're now contemplating giving up bridal and going undercover as wedding crashers!!
Hosts and Guests:
Shannon: Co-host and advocate of "Off the Peg" wedding dresses.
Emma: Co-host with insights and big personality.
Timecode:
00:00 - 00:56: Introduction and discussion on serendipity. 00:57 - 01:38: Meeting Hailey James and the small world concept. 01:39 - 03:23: Cruise discussion and personal travel experiences. 03:24 - 04:59: Thoughts on food safety on cruises. 05:00 - 07:21: Conversation about cruises and travel. 07:22 - 09:20: Discussion on the Stacey and Joe Swaff wedding. 09:21 - 11:41: The impact of high-profile events and credibility. 11:42 - 14:09: Comparison with The Apprentice and business trust. 14:10 - 16:44: Future plans for The Undercover Waiters. 16:45 - 19:17: Insights into trends and business longevity. 19:18 - 21:59: Personal experiences and preferences in wedding planning. 22:00 - 24:33: Adapting and innovating in the entertainment industry. 24:34 - 27:02: Fun anecdotes and character impressions. 27:03 - 29:09: Accent and dialect discussion. 29:10 - 29:59: Wrap-up and closing remarks.
Mentions:
Hailey James: Met one of the brides in an airport.
Stacey and Joe Swash: Wedding story, performed at their wedding.
Gemma: Stacey’s sister who initiated the wedding.
Mrs. Hinch: Celebrity guest at the wedding.
Linda Robson: Celebrity guest at the wedding.
Virgin Voyages: Mentioned as a cruise line.
The Apprentice: Mentioned in comparison to industry experiences.
Are you getting married? Ready to start planning? Here’s the top 5 questions that you need answering?!
Hosts and Guests:
Shannon: Co-host and advocate of "Off the Peg" wedding dresses.
Emma: Co-host with insights and big personality.
Timecodes:
00:00 - 00:08: Introduction and background on Dotty Bridal's growth. 00:09 - 00:19: Emma's role at Dotty and her early days. 00:20 - 00:26: Discussion about Boomy's nickname and origins. 00:27 - 00:32: Shannon’s vow renewal and her husband. 00:33 - 00:40: Emma’s thoughts on future wedding plans and dating. 00:41 - 00:51: How Emma supports nervous brides at Dotty. 00:52 - 01:00: Relationships and team dynamics at Dotty Bridal. 01:01 - 01:08: Continuation of team and work culture discussion. 01:09 - 01:17: Shannon’s experience and Emma’s contribution. 01:18 - 01:25: Emma’s advice for brides and their experience. 01:26 - 01:35: Future plans and Emma’s involvement in Dotty Bridal. 01:36 - 01:44: Emma’s personal preferences and opinions on bridal styles. 01:45 - 01:53: Discussion on challenges faced by brides. 01:54 - 02:00: Encouragement to share feedback and episode topics.
Mentions:
Amy - Mentioned in the context of discussing clothing and fashion needs.
Mikado - Repeated mention as a recommended fabric.
Pronovias Dresses - Mentioned multiple times as a brand of dresses, including a specific new dress.
Aloka - Referenced in the context of a specific dress style.
Liz - Mentioned in relation to a response about the podcast and a recommendation for Bumble.
Naomi Campbell - Mentioned in the context of discussing fashion styles.
Hayley - Mentioned alongside Naomi Campbell.
ASOS - Mentioned as a fashion brand related to the discussion.
Listen to Shannon chat about how she got into the bridal industry and why bridal? She talks about the reasons for the success of Dotty Bridal the brand and of course the elephant in the room! The Apprentice, find out the real reasons why she left.
Emma (the Boss): Founder and Owner of Dotty Bridal.
Shannon (the Bestie): Co-host and team member of Dotty Bridal.
Timecodes:
0:00 - 0:20: Introduction and greeting 0:21 - 1:10: Discussion about Emma's relationship status and independence 1:11 - 2:00: Conversation about societal expectations of being in a relationship 2:01 - 2:40: Criteria for an ideal partner 2:41 - 4:00: Discussion on the ideal partner's physical and personality traits 4:01 - 5:00: Conversation on tradesmen and Emma’s preferences 5:01 - 6:30: Discussion about Emma's brother and similarities with her ideal partner 6:31 - 7:30: Comment on why Emma is single and expectations in relationships 7:31 - 8:40: Thoughts on online dating and challenges in finding a partner 8:41 - 9:50: Discussion on how meeting people has changed and a delivery man anecdote 9:51 - 11:00: Talking about personality being more important than looks 11:01 - 12:20: Story about Emma's past bad dates and dating experiences 12:21 - 13:30: Emma’s encounter with a dog during a date 13:31 - 14:30: Conversation about confidence and attraction in dating 14:31 - 15:30: How Emma ended the bad date early 15:31 - 16:05: Wrapping up the story and ending the date narrative
Mentions:
Emma's Ideal Partner: Characteristics and traits discussed.
Tradesmen: Mentioned in relation to Emma's preferences.
Emma's Brother: Discussed in terms of personality similarities with her ideal partner.
Delivery Man: An anecdote involving Emma’s experience.
Emma (the Boss): Founder and Owner of Dotty Bridal.
Shannon (the Bestie): Co-host and team member of Dotty Bridal.
Timecodes:
00:00 - 01:30 - Introduction and casual conversation. 01:31 - 04:15 - Discussing Emma's initial days at Dotty Bridal and her personality. 04:16 - 07:30 - Team growth at Dotty and Emma's role in the company. 07:31 - 10:45 - Reflecting on Shannon’s wedding and Emma's interest in bridal. 10:46 - 14:00 - Experience and challenges in bridal retail. 14:01 - 17:00 - Nervous brides and creating a welcoming experience. 17:01 - 20:30 - Emma’s role as the "face" of the shop and personal stories. 20:31 - 23:15 - Emma’s punctuality and personality traits. 23:16 - 27:00 - Relationships and friendships within the team. 27:01 - 30:00 - Emma's nickname "Boomy" and its origins. 30:01 - 33:45 - Emma’s dating preferences and Shannon’s matchmaking efforts. 33:46 - 36:00 - Imagining Emma’s future wedding. 36:01 - 39:15 - Reflections on Shannon’s vow renewal and Emma's speech. 39:16 - 42:00 - Public speaking nerves and family connections. 42:01 - 45:00 - Conclusion and teaser for the next episode about bridal experiences.
Mentions:
Emma - Her early days at Dotty Bridal, personality, and role in the company.
Shannon - Her wedding, vow renewal, and thoughts on Emma’s contribution to Dotty Bridal.
Dotty Bridal - Growth of the team and the company's work culture.
Boomy - Emma’s nickname and its origins.
Shannon’s Husband - Mentioned during the vow renewal discussion.
Emma’s Future Wedding - Conversations about how it might look and Emma’s dating preferences.
Brides at Dotty - Nervous brides and their experiences in the shop.
Team Relationships - Friendships and dynamics within the Dotty team.
Emma: Bestie; Co-host and team member of Dotty Bridal
Special Guest:
Tabby Kerwin: Speaker, Best-selling Author, and Coach
Timecodes:
00:00 - 02:00: Introduction of Tabby Kerwin as the guest. 02:00 - 06:00: Tabby’s background in wedding planning and stress management. 06:00 - 10:00: Transition to mental health coaching. 10:00 - 14:00: Personal story about losing her husband and career refocus. 14:00 - 18:00: Tabby’s work reducing mental health absences. 18:00 - 20:00: Changing how we view mental health and stress. 20:00 - 23:00: Physical effects of anxiety and stress. 23:00 - 27:00: Past trauma’s impact on future reactions. 27:00 - 30:00: Balancing work, family, and stress. 30:00 - 34:00: The “stress bucket” metaphor. 34:00 - 38:00: Strategies for managing stress. 38:00 - 40:00: Importance of morning routines. 40:00 - 43:00: Does marriage feel different post-wedding? 43:00 - 47:00: Societal pressures and generational wedding norms. 47:00 - 50:00: Tabby’s experience finding her wedding dress in Italy. 50:00 - 53:00: Body image and self-confidence in weddings. 53:00 - 56:00: Reframing anxiety as excitement for brides. 56:00 - 57:00: Conclusion and final remarks.
Mentions and Links:
The Arches (Venue) – A wedding and events venue mentioned where the hosts and Tabby first met during a photoshoot.
Eat Me Drink Me (Catering company) – Catering service mentioned by Tabby.
Dotty Dingo Event (Dotty Bridal event) – An upcoming charity event supporting Teenage Cancer Trust in honor of a bride, Pippa, with hosts Milo and Rose from Hits Radio.
Book Mention: "Weddings On The Mind" by Tabby Kerwin - A book designed to help individuals manage mental health and stress while planning weddings. Tabby discusses how stress can be triggered by good life events like weddings and how to protect your mental health during such high-stress times.
Mental Health Tips: Includes ideas like the "Seven Minute Morning" routine, which focuses on starting the day with a mental health-focused activity like journaling, meditation, or exercise.
Emma: Bestie; Co-host and team member of Dotty Bridal
Timecodes:
00:00 - 00:59: Introduction and discussion about managing stress in business. 01:00 - 01:29: Comment about managing business stress and interruptions. 01:30 - 01:59: Discussion about work-life balance and taking time off. 02:00 - 02:59: Ticket sales and promotion for the Dot It Dingo event. 03:00 - 03:29: Event details, ticket price, and beneficiary information. 03:30 - 03:59: Excitement about the event and the need to purchase tickets. 04:00 - 04:59: Mention of the busy nature of working in a business and managing workload. 05:00 - 05:59: Discussion about managing work tasks and balancing personal time. 06:00 - 06:59: Comment about feeling overwhelmed with the amount of work. 07:00 - 07:59: Reflection on the challenges of running a business and the need for support. 08:00 - 08:59: Continued discussion about managing work and stress. 09:00 - 09:59: Reflection on the difficulty of taking time off when running a business. 10:00 - 10:59: Conversation about managing emails and staying on top of tasks. 11:00 - 11:59: Personal anecdotes about driving and milestones. 12:00 - 12:59: Stories about children’s behavior and parenting challenges. 13:00 - 13:59: Discussion about different messaging apps for kids, including Kinzo and WhatsApp for kids. 14:00 - 14:59: Experiences with children using messaging apps and the challenges of managing their use. 15:00 - 15:59: Final thoughts on balancing work and personal life.
In the final episode of series one, we discuss breaking the bridal mould and doing things differently!
Off The Peg has always been my passion, and now I’m opening more stores and building my bridal outlet brand! Discover how this journey began and why the business model matters to me.
Hosts and Guests:
Shannon: Co-host and advocate of "Off the Peg" wedding dresses.
00:00 - 02:14: Introduction of the podcast and excitement for the new York store. 02:15 - 04:59: Finding the perfect York location and building energy. 05:00 - 07:34: Dotty Dingo Event: Charity event for Teenage Cancer Trust with Milo and Rose. 07:35 - 12:19: Off The Peg Concept: Experience, quality, and sustainable fashion. 12:20 - 16:44: Overcoming challenges: Logistics and delivery service. 16:45 - 18:59: York store location: 24 Coney Street, York. 19:00 - 21:49: Building connections: Friendship with Zoe from Society Studio. 21:50 - 24:29: Staff benefits: Sophie’s commute and team benefits. 24:30 - 27:09: Recruitment: New team member for the York store. 27:10 - 30:44: Misconceptions: Off The Peg vs. high-street stores. 30:45 - 34:59: Sustainability: Selling pre-loved and sample dresses. 35:00 - 38:09: Success stories: Brides finding perfect dresses. 38:10 - 40:59: Future expansion: Plans for more Off The Peg locations. 41:00 - 45:19: Sample dresses: Team members’ personal stories. 45:20 - 49:14: Boutique experience: High-quality shopping experience. 49:15 - 52:39: Store presentation: Standards of Off The Peg stores. 52:40 - 54:59: Final thoughts: Excitement for the York store and future events.
Mentions and Links:
Society Studio: Society Studio, mentioned as the location of the podcast recording.
Teenage Cancer Trust: Teenage Cancer Trust, beneficiary of the Dotty Dingo event proceeds.
Hits Radio: Hits Radio, where hosts Milo and Rose are from.
York Bridal Boutique: New Off the Peg store opening at 24 Coney Street, York.
Zara: Zara York, referenced as being located opposite the new shop.
The Ivy York: The Ivy York, a nearby restaurant mentioned.
Jenny Packham Dresses: Jenny Packham, a designer mentioned.
Anna's Pre-Loved Dress: Reference to Anna purchasing a pre-loved dress.
This week, Shannon and Emma sit down with the incredible Hayley Paige to talk all things bridal — from finding your dream dress to discovering your true self along the way. Expect laughter, inspiration, and that signature Hayley sparkle in this must-listen episode of Bestie and The Boss. 💍✨
Shannon Martin gets candid about Dotty Bridal’s exciting move to Wakefield — the highs, lows, and hard truths of growing a small boutique into a full-blown bridal empire. Expect laughs, lessons, and plenty of behind-the-scenes drama from the world of weddings. 💍✨