The Detroit Bridgerton Ball Debacle

The Detroit Bridgerton Ball Debacle

Author: Tanya Hayles September 30, 2024 Duration: 25:32
Episode eleven, the spotlight is on... the ball drop heard around the world! If you haven't heard about the event (or lack thereof) that went viral last week, we're dropping this week's edition of the podcast early to catch you up on all the not-so-British tea. You've heard of Fyre Fest. You've seen Willy Wonka gone wrong, next up in the event fail hall of fame is the (unlicensed and unofficial) Bridgerton Ball. I’ll be guiding you through the who the players are, the timeline with t...

Ever wonder how those flawless, memorable events actually come together? On the Event Planning Bestie Show, veteran planner Tanya Hayles pulls back the curtain completely. This isn't just about inspiration; it's a practical, biweekly deep dive into the real work that happens long before the first guest arrives. With over twenty years of experience, Tanya acts as your direct guide, dissecting both the glamour and the gritty logistics behind standout events. Each 30-minute episode is packed with actionable answers to the questions that keep aspiring and professional planners up at night. You'll get an insider's perspective on creating genuine impact and avoiding common pitfalls, moving beyond theory into executable strategy. The podcast delivers that unique blend of industry secrets and straightforward advice you'd expect from a trusted mentor in your ear. Tanya’s approach feels like catching up with a knowledgeable friend who’s done it all-hence the 'bestie' in the title. She shares the clever hacks that save time and money, along with the creative insights that spark true event magic. Tune in for a candid conversation that balances big-picture vision with the precise details that separate a good gathering from an extraordinary one. Whether you're building a business in entrepreneurship or leveling up your corporate events, this series is designed to equip you with the confidence and know-how to execute with excellence.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 22

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Top 4 biggest event pet peeves [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:32
Episode twelve, the spotlight is on... my top 4 biggest event pet peeves. These are the things I am not-so-silently judging your event on, sometimes before I even walk in the door. And if I'm doing it, so are your actual…
Parents are people (and guests) too [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:53
Episode ten, the spotlight is on... parents as event guests! We'll talk about what current and future event planner people need to think about parents when planning their events. From making sure your venue meets their s…
[The Clipboard] Mailbag of viral event stories pt 2 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:18
Episode nine, the spotlight is on...more event stories that had gotten the people going in the last 30 days. From the triumph of the Paris Olympics to film festival season to couples charging wedding guests an admission…
Point, click and photoshop: lessons from your event photographer [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:52
Episode eight, the spotlight is on...the event component that literally lasts a lifetime...photography! We sat down with Samantha Clarke who left the world of law to pursue photography 15 years ago. Samantha's commitment…
Go DJ Go: Dropping event DJ'ing facts with DJ Lissa Monet [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:17
Episode seven, the spotlight is on...one of the most important event components - the music! We sit down with seasoned event, club and corporate event DJ Lissa Monet, a 6x award-winning female DJ based in Toronto with ov…
[The Clipboard] Mailbag of viral event stories pt 1 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:44
Episode six, the spotlight is on...event stories that have gone viral on the internet! From The Sepia Bride (the filter OG Instagram users used to love to hate/hate to love), to slave ships at weddings, we're covering st…
Virtual events are here to stay [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:27
Episode five, the spotlight is on...virtual events. When the pandemic hit, the world was forced into virtual galas, summits and everything else in between. Now just four years later, and everyone officially 'zoomed out',…
Fyre Fest: The Greatest Party That Never Happened [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:48
Episode four, the spotlight is on... one of the biggest event planning failures in the history event planning failures: Fyre Festival. You know as a certified event nerd, I watched these docs when they dropped, but I def…
Yes, events need DEIR too. [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:22
I’m going to say the letters DEI and you’re going to raise your shoulders to your ears. 1,2,3 - DEI! This is the physical reaction many inwardly have when they hear those letters. My goal is to not have your shoulders be…
Oops! I (mis) planned it again [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:39
Episode two, the spotlight is on...not being perfect and the time we almost had ZERO food to feed 60 guests. You can plan until the cows come home (and where did the cows even go?), but even seasoned event planners have…