Adventures in life, love, and wedding planning from the Pacific North West. Hosted by Radhika, wedding planner & owner of Rad Occasions, and her husband, Rob. New episodes will be released on Wednesdays with discussions about events with some travel and life lessons sprinkled in. Full disclosure: our episodes are barely edited so there may be some ambient noise and our intro was created by Jelly Records Canada!
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Sharing in-depth conversations between the world's adventurers, athletes, and outdoorspeople, The GearJunkie Podcast is your inside look into the outdoors industry.
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Tin Shed Ventures Puts Patagonia’s Money Where Its Mouth Is
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Did you know that Patagonia – yes, that Patagonia – has a venture capital arm? If you didn’t, now you do. Tin Shed Ventures is the VC arm of Patagonia, and it invests in startups that provide, or aim to provide, systemic and globally scalable solutions for the land, water, air, and biodiversity. The fund is behind companies you may know, such as Tr…
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You Can Use Fishing Nets To Make Rad Gear
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Editor’s Note: In this episode of the GearJunkie Podcast, we sit down with Bureo Co-Founder & CEO David Stover. Bureo converts plastic ocean pollution into recycled fibers and consumer goods, with major partners like Patagonia, Trek Bikes, Costa Sunglasses, and more. Whether he was surfing, free-diving, swimming, you name it — David Stover kept fin…
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Chris Sharma and Drew Ruana Speak on the State of Climbing
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Climbing has changed a lot since Chris Sharma came on the scene over two decades ago. Now in his early 40s, Sharma has born witness to an entire generation of climbers come up, including his co-guest on today’s GearJunkie Podcast, 23-year-old pro climber Drew Ruana. In a wide-ranging conversation guest-hosted by GearJunkie’s Seiji Ishii, the young …
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Athletic Brewing CEO Bill Shufelt Is Increasing Beer-Drinking Occasions
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Editor’s Note: In this edition of the GearJunkie Podcast, we sit down with the Co-Founder and CEO of Athletic Brewing, Bill Shufelt, to learn about the brand’s early days and what led him to take an early interest in the then-dormant category. Before Athletic Brewing Company, Bill Shufelt worked long hours at a hedge fund. He spent his days in the …
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Hunting Big Cats: Baskin’ in Big-Cat Misinformation
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Hunting big cats can be controversial — just ask GearJunkie Hunt & Fish Editor Rachelle Schrute. In a recent opinion piece, Schrute took infamous big-cat hustler and CEO of Big Cat Rescue, Carole Baskin, to task over her statements and documented “fallacies” surrounding the topic. In her open letter, Schrute attempts to correct misunderstanding and…
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Print Media Ain’t Dead: Reviving the Mountain Gazette
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Spanning numerous owners, iterations, and identities, Mountain Gazette has had quite a run since its founding in the 1960s. But in recent years, it’s definitively entered its modern renaissance under the guidance and wordcraft of owner/Editor-in-Chief Mike Rogge. Celebrating all things outdoors, the sizable magazine prioritizes art, photography, hu…
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Bourbon Tasting With Ray Walker, Founder of Saint Cloud
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Adam cracks open a bottle of bourbon with Ray Walker, founder of Saint Cloud. Ray talks about Saint Cloud’s humble beginnings, his early days in the wine-making business, and how he’s rebranding bourbon with Saint Cloud. Adam finds out how to taste, smell, and appreciate his drinks, and finally gets clarity on the difference between whiskey and bou…
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The Editor’s Take: B Corp Gone Bad? One Company’s Fight Against a Beneficent Giant
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What does it mean to be a B Corp? Adam sits down with former GearJunkie editor Sam Anderson to discuss his deep dive on Benefit Corporations, what it means to receive a B Corp certification, and why some companies aren’t recertifying — and why it doesn’t mean what you might think. With the story of Chris King, a bicycle component manufacturer, Sam …
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S3E10 - Behind the Scenes with Jades Photography
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After a 2 week hiatus we are back and chatting with Jade of Jades Photography, a local photographer in Victoria, BC, about balancing work/life, what happens after after the photos are taken, and her after wedding rituals. If you are interested in connecting with Jade check out her website or find her on Instagram! Support the show…
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S3E09 - Before, During, & After - What We Do to Make Your Day a Success
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So besides all the pre-planning what happens the week of a wedding, on the day, and after? In this week's episode we explore how we prep for the day and some of the tasks a wedding planner will take on during and after your day. Support the showRAD Occasions által
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S3E08 - Your Guide to Backyard Weddings
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With more couples opting to host their celebrations either in a backyard setting we created this handy guide for things you should think about including a list of must haves (outside of your decor and food of course!). For more information, purchase and download our backyard wedding guide here! Support the show…
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Wedding Rehearsals - do you need them? The answer in most cases is - yes! In this episode we review what a rehearsal is, what you do during them, and give you a few key pointers. Support the showRAD Occasions által
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S3E06 - Wedding Attire Decoded
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We chat about the do's and don'ts of wedding dress codes and get into the details of each kind of dress code from white tie to festive! Support the show
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S3E05 - Music & Your Wedding
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We chat with Ian and Karli of Beauty and The Beat DJ Services plus their assistants (aka their little girls, Willow and Walker). We cover everything from how they came up with their company name, how they balance everything, and music selection. *Please note that we tried to edit this as best as possible but there may be some baby babble in the bac…
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S3E04 - You've Got Q's, We've Got A's
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It's that time again! We answer some of your questions (like is it worth it to hire a videographer) and some questions I commonly receive (like, who is normally at a wedding rehearsal). If we don't answer your question in this episode please check out season 1, episode 7 and season 2 episode 4! Support the show…
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S3E03 - Balancing a Wedding Business & Baby
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It's all about balance! After being asked by other wedding pros what it is like to own a wedding business and raise a baby we decided to share our experience through the pregnancy and now 9 months into parenthood. Support the showRad Occasions által
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S3E02 - What Does an MC Do?
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Your hosts, Rad and Rob, dive into what it means to be an MC, who to choose for this coveted position and if you really need an MC for your wedding. To purchase and download a handy guide to provide your MC, click here! Support the showRad Occasions által
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S3E01 - Pandemic Recap + Looking to the Future
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Your hosts, Rad and Rob, reflect on the last two years and the affects the pandemic has had on the current wedding culture on the West Coast of BC. Support the showRad Occasions által
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S2E18 - Things to Consider When Planning a Large Wedding/Event
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In the hopes that larger events are going to be on the horizon soon, these are 6 things to consider when planning weddings with 100+ guests. Support the show
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S2E17 - Flower Farming & Diversity - Chatting with Thanu of Wild Bee Florals
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Join us as we chat with Thanu from Wild Bee Florals about flowers, farming, and her journey into entrepreneurship. We touch on racial biases, community, and how we can do our part in creating a sustainable environment. If you would like to order a bouquet or learn more about Wild Bee Florals please click here. Support the show…
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S2E16 - Destination Weddings
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With BC and the world starting to open up again having a destination wedding is starting to become a real possibility for many couples. We break down some of the things you want to consider when planning a wedding (or any event) abroad. To determine your carbon footprint and how to reduce it please check head here. Support the show…
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S2E15 - Setting Boundaries as an Event Pro
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Setting boundaries was something I struggled with when I first started in the business and I came to learn that they are for the best, not only for your sanity but for client expectations too. Support the showRad Occasions által
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S2E14 - Videography & More - Chatting with Paper Heart Films
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We had the pleasure of sitting down with our videographers and friend-ors, Chelsea and Bryan, from Paper Heart Films to chat about how videography can be used to tell a story, their experience with the pandemic, and their not-so secret skills. If you would like to learn more you can connect with them via their website and check out their full range…
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S2E13 - The First & Second Trimester Learning Curve
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We haven't spoken about too many personal things this season but as Rob and I navigate the world of pregnancy we thought we would share our thoughts and some of what we have learned so far. Support the showRAD Occasions által
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S2E12 - Mini-Series - Being an Ally
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This is a continuation of a series we started in Season 1. It is still a tough topic for me to discuss and this is just the tip of the iceberg but our hope is that this keeps the conversations around inclusion, diversity, and equity going in a positive direction. Support the showRad Occasions által
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S2E11 - Who Should Get a Plus One
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In anticipation of return to larger weddings in 2022 we answer one of the most asked questions of our pre-pandemic lives: who should get a plus one? Support the showRAD Occasions által
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S2E10 - Sustainable Weddings with Megan Stacey
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Sustainable, intentional weddings are on everyone's mind right now and who better to discuss this with than Megan from Gardens at HCP! In today's episode we discuss Megan's role at this beautiful local venue, sustainable weddings, greenwashing, and pandemic wedding planning life. If you would like to learn more about having your wedding or elopemen…
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S2E09 - Wedding Traditions From Around the World
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We have gotten to witness and facilitate some beautiful wedding traditions over the years and we are sharing some of those in today's episode. Support the showRad Occasions által
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S02E08 - Following Your Dreams - Chatting with Kelsi & Lucy
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After following along on Kelsi and Lucy's adventures for months on the 'gram we had a chance to chat with them about following your dreams, living a nomadic lifestyle, and their experience around diet culture and wedding planning. If you would like to connect with them, check out Dunnebells and Morning Coffee Social as well as Kelsi's personal acco…
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S02E07 - Weddings in Tofino
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We sit down with Maxeen from Long Beach Lodge Resort in their Rainforest Room (please forgive the echo - we were social distancing!) to discuss intimate weddings at the resort, how the pandemic has affected weddings for them, and her favourite places in Tofino. If you are interested in learning more about weddings at Long Beach Lodge, you can email…
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S02E06 - Personalizing Your Wedding
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So you're planning your wedding but how do you make it undeniably about you and your partner? We discuss all the ways that you can infuse your personality into the day from the stationery to the wedding menu and even get into the should vs. the why. If you would like to learn more about how we personalized our day, check out season 1, episode 2. Su…
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S2E05 - Love in the Time of COVID - Chatting with Beth Kramer
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We are getting to chat with fellow wedding planner, Beth Kramer, from Oregon about planning weddings during COVID, safety plans, and what the future of weddings holds. Learn more about her work at elisabethkramer.com and @elisabethkramerpdx. You can also sign up for her newsletter and check out some of the article we reference in the episode here: …
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Last season we answered your wedding planning questions and we are doing it again! If we didn't answer your question in this episode check out Season 1 Episode 7. Support the showRAD Occasions által
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S2E03 - Wedding Planning Burnout
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Has wedding planning got you stressed out? In today's episode we talk about what wedding planning burn out is, how to prevent it, and how to treat it! Support the showRAD Occasions által
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S2E02 - Chatting with Doris from Your Love Profiles
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Doris is a Relationship Coach who helps couples communicate better and feel more connected using personality type insights. Her “Love Profiles” report compares both partners’ types side by side, and explains practical strategies how to bridge relationship differences. She offers a non-religious, non-dogmatic Premarital Prep Program where clients le…
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S2E01 - You're Engaged, Now What?
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Welcome to season 2 and congratulations to all the newly engaged couples! We are kicking off season 2 with all our tips for what you should do after you are engaged. Support the showRad Occasions által
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S01E20 - What Weddings Will Look Like in 2021
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I know it is hard to think of what could happen after 2020 but we are going to dare to try! In our last episode of the season we are sharing our predictions for 2021 (and beyond) - chat with you all in February 2021! Support the showRad Occasions által
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S01E19 - Our Guide to Victoria
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We love living in Victoria, British Columbia and with the holidays coming up we wanted to share a few of our favourite places in this beautiful city we call home. In this episode we will highlight some of our favourite scene locations, restaurants, shopping, cocktail bars, and areas to stay. This is just a snippet of all the places we love so for a…
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S01E18 - Difference Between a Venue Coordinator & Wedding Planner
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Not a shameless plug but something we should discuss: the difference between venue coordinators and a wedding planner (month of or full service) is an important one especially when it comes to handling timelines, setup, and tear down Support the show
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S01E17 - 10 Unity Ceremony Ideas
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Over the years we have seen some unique ways couples use to symbolize the coming together of lives and communities. Here are 10 (and maybe a few more) ideas on how you can bring some symbolism and flair to your ceremony. Support the showRAD Occasions által
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S01E16 - Day of Coordination is a Myth (Like Unicorns)
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We have all heard the term Day of Coordinator before and I hate to break it you but there is no such thing! Find out why and all the things a Month of Coordinator helps you with in this episode. Support the showRAD Occasions által
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S01E15 - Why Weddings "Cost So Much"
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Everything has a price, including weddings. and in this episode we are going to break down how and why weddings cost could end up costing more than you originally planned for. Support the showRAD Occasions által
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S01E14 - Pandemic Holidays
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I know, I know - more about the pandemic?!?! It is a part of the new reality and we want to help you pandemic proof your holidays! Support the showRAD Occasions által
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S01E13 - What We Learned in the First Year of Marriage
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October 12, 2020 marks one year of marriage for the hosts of the show, Rob and Rad, who will be sharing 10 things they have learned. Support the showRad Occasions által
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S01E12 - How to Write Wedding Vows
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We are going to take you step by step through writing your own vows and draw from our personal experience of writing ours as we come up on our one year wedding anniversary. Support the showRAD Occasions által
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S01E11 - Planning a COVID Safe Wedding
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Now that we all now the pandemic could last beyond 2020 here are some ideas for how you can still celebrate your wedding day. Support the showRad Occasions által
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S01E10 - Wedding Day Timelines
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Giving you the low down on the major events during a wedding day and how much time to allow for each. Shout out to Sugar and Spice Cakes for their delicious Basic B cupcakes! Support the showRAD Occasions által
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S01E09 - Making Wedding Budgets Exciting
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In this episode we are covering a super exciting topic - wedding budgets! I know, I know - not that exciting but very important so we will tell you how to get started, prioritize, and industry standards when it comes to creating a budget of your very own! Purchase and download your very own budget spreadsheet here. Support the show…
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Eloping is all the rage in 2020, so what exactly is it and what should you consider? Also, check out our podcast host - Buzzsprout! If you sign up for a paid plan using our link, you will not only have the best hosting around but you'll get a $20 Amazon gift card for signing up too! Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREE Discl…
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We are answering all of your questions about wedding planning in a rapid fire Q&A. Sponsor: House of Jimbo! Use code RADJIMBO10 until the end of August for 10% off your order of masks, wigs, drag queen merch, and more! House of Jimbo Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost …
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