Weddings Unfiltered

Ever wondered what your wedding officiant is really thinking during your ceremony? This week on Weddings Unfiltered, we sit down with Keri from Flower City Ceremonies to spill the tea on everything that goes down behind the altar. From cringeworthy ceremony moments to the questions every couple is afraid to ask, Keri breaks down what makes a ceremony unforgettable — and the mistakes that can ruin...

This episode of Weddings Unfiltered has no single theme, just the wildest wedding stories we've found floating around social media. A note before you dive in: these are stories and posts we came across online, and we have not independently verified all the details. We are discussing them as reported, not confirming them as fact. From there, we get into a couple that reportedly had a breathalyz...

Meet & Eat Charcuterie built their studio around a problem most wedding grazing tables ignore: guests with dietary restrictions get an afterthought plate, not a real spread. We talk through how they design boards and grazing setups that work for vegan, gluten free, dairy free, nut free, and other restrictions without making anyone feel like a footnote at their ownHost Information:Ron from Buff...

Micro weddings aren't a budget compromise — they're a deliberate choice, and the florals should reflect that. We talk with Hannah from Farkas Florals about why smaller guest counts open the door to bolder, showcase-style floral moments instead of scaled-down arrangements. If you're planning an intimate wedding anywhere in Buffalo or WNY, this one's for you. Host Information:Ron fro...

We sit down with Kathryn from Ration Ales to talk about hosting a wedding after party at their Buffalo brewery and gastropub. Located at 5444 Main St in Williamsville/Amherst, Ration Ales offers indoor and upstairs deck space that's hosted groups of 100+ guests, along with a New York State beer selection and locally sourced food menu. If you're looking for a laid-back, brewery-style after...

Four wedding horror stories from the WNY wedding industry: a groom who told us he was arrested right before his own ceremony (we still don't know if it's true), a DJ who showed up without the couple's music or the right equipment, a wedding that turned into a mud pit, and a venue that served the wrong cake on the wrong day. No names, no venues, just the stories as they were told to us....

A mother of a son who uses a power chair joins the panel to talk about what wedding planning looks like when accessibility isn't an afterthought. She walks through the moments most couples, venues, and vendors never think about, from dance floors and bathrooms to seating and transportation, and what it actually felt like to navigate a wedding day that wasn't built with her son in mind. Thi...

Five couples, five decisions that had Ron shaking his head. Charging guests per plate. Asking guests to help cover wedding costs. Bridesmaids held to a height requirement. Prioritizing travel over saving for the wedding. A last-minute dress change that threw off the whole day. Buffalo and WNY couples, you've been warned. Ron's not holding back on this one.

Centerpieces, florals and decor — everyone's doing DIY at their wedding. We rank the most popular DIY projects by what's actually worth your time vs. what ends up costing more in stress, money, or a worse-looking wedding. Buffalo-area vendor perspective on where DIY helps and where it backfires. Host Information:Ron from Buffalo POD - https://www.facebook.com/BuffaloPODhttps://www.instagra...

Four hosts, five wedding traditions, no agreement in sight. Bouquet toss, big wedding parties, weekend-long celebrations, who gets a say when they help pay, and whether you have to invite everyone your parents want. Some traditions are worth keeping. Some need to go. We don't land on the same answer twice. Host Information:Ron from Buffalo POD - https://www.facebook.com/BuffaloPODhttps://www.i...

Matt and Julia skipped the big party on their wedding day. They kept it small, intimate, and exactly what they wanted on a family property surrounded by the people who mattered most. Then, one year later, they threw the reception. We're talking to this Buffalo couple about what it's like to split your wedding into two chapters, why they did it, and whether they'd do it the same way all...

Open bar or cash bar? Seating chart or survival of the fittest? And why is half the room still standing when the bride is already at the altar? Ron has opinions, and he's not keeping them to himself. Host Information: Ron from Buffalo POD - https://www.facebook.com/BuffaloPOD https://www.instagram.com/buffalopod716/ https://www.buffalopod.com Molly from The Planning Touch - https://www.instagr...

Wedding budgets are one of the most stressful parts of planning a wedding, and most couples go into it with no idea where to start, what things actually cost, or where they can afford to cut corners and where they absolutely cannot. In this episode, we are sitting down with Morgan from the Pearl Street Family of Venues and Alexandria from Photos by Alexandra to have an honest conversation about we...

You can have the most beautiful venue, the perfect dress, and a flawless ceremony, and guests will still leave talking about the food. In this episode, we're sitting down with the team from Occasions by Osteria, Western New York's premier catering company, to talk about one of the most important and most underestimated decisions couples make when planning their wedding day .We're getti...

Everyone sees the flowers, the dress, the first dance. Nobody sees the 11pm venue walkthrough, the vendor who cancels two weeks out, or the moment the timeline falls apart and someone has to quietly fix it before the couple ever notices. That someone is the wedding planner. In this episode, we're sitting down with Katie from Under the Willow to pull back the curtain on what wedding planning ac...

There are two vendors quietly becoming the most talked-about moments at weddings — and chances are you've never thought to book them. In this episode, we're sitting down with two Buffalo-area creatives who are completely changing what guests experience on a wedding day. First, Paige from Paige's Creations joins us to talk about live wedding painting — the art of capturing your ceremony...

Every wedding season it happens. A couple makes the call — kids welcome or child-free — and without fail, someone is offended, someone shows up with uninvited kids anyway, and someone leaves their newborn home and resents it for years. It's one of the most divisive decisions in wedding planning, and nobody talks about it honestly. So we are. In this episode, we're getting into the real deb...

Venue and photographer — two of the biggest line items in any wedding budget, and the two that couples stress over most. In this episode, we break down how to set realistic numbers for each, when to splurge vs. save, and how to negotiate without ruining the relationship. Whether you're working with $5k or $50k, you'll walk away with a clear framework for making confident decisions that won...

Your wedding day deserves more than a Pinterest board and a prayer — it deserves a dream team. In this episode, we're sitting down with two of the most talented beauty professionals in the game: Steph the Beautician, your go-to for flawless bridal makeup and skincare prep, and Somer from Braids by Somer, a master of intricate bridal hairstyling and protective styles. Together, they break down...

We're sitting down with the talented Billy from BGF Photography for a conversation you don't want to miss. In this episode, we're getting into everything wedding and event photography — what it really takes to capture your most precious moments, how to choose the right photographer for your vision, and what couples are getting wrong (and right) when it comes to their photography experi...

Is it rude or are we just being dramatic? Ron is back with another round of his signature rants, and this time he's putting the behavior of guests and couples straight in the hot seat. From the guests who act bored or not show up on time to the couples who make questionable choices — Ron wants answers. He's bringing his unfiltered opinions to the table and asking Molly and Heather to weigh...

Wedding Vision Worksheet Before you book a single vendor, scroll Pinterest for hours, or say yes to anything — you need a vision. In this episode, we're getting real about what it actually means to plan a wedding that feels like you . We're breaking down how to identify what you truly want (not what your mom wants, not what's trending, not what your best friend did), and how to use tha...

Breaking into the wedding industry sounds glamorous — until you're actually in it. In this episode, we're pulling back the curtain on what it's really like to be a new wedding vendor. No sugarcoating, no highlight reels. Just the honest truth about what to expect in your first season, the mistakes most new vendors make, and how to set yourself up for long-term success. Whether you'...

Today, we talk about what to look for when hiring a mobile bar service with Ron from Buffalo POD (formerly Buffalo Bartenders). Ron has over 25 years of experience in the service industry, and his company Buffalo Bartenders, has been helping clients plan their event bars for the last five years. Need help stocking your bar for your next event? Check out our handy alcohol calculator: https://www.bu...

Join us as we sit down with the team behind The Loft at 537 Main, a luxury urban oasis tucked above downtown Buffalo’s Main Street. We explore the history of this beautifully restored 1860s penthouse, how it’s become a go-to destination for intimate gatherings and celebratory stays, and what makes its mix of historic charm and modern comfort so special. From hosting intimate dinners and bacheloret...