Speeches and Bridesmaids and Aisles! Oh my!
There is so much to get into in Episode 7 because we're finally getting into the icky traditions of the literal wedding day itself. First though, it's time to break down the build up! Why is it still often the woman's role to push the planning of the wedding? And on the day itself, are we still down with walking down the aisle with Daddy? As a modern woman, do you really believe in being "given away"? We offer our insight and advice on how we've incorporated the female voice into our weddings, giving a speech to the bride and the mother-of-the-bride. Finally, your The Thing About That hosts delve into the complexities of the bridal party and how you go about picking that select bunch of friends to aid you on the day. What does it mean to ask someone to be a bridesmaid or read at your wedding or even perform in the service, and how can you do that without burdening them unnecessarily or causing offence to others?
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Series 1, Episode 7 length: 42 mins 36 seconds
Division of Labour (00:40)
Emotional Labour (04:02)
Top Wedding Day Traditions (12:23)
Creating a religious and atheist wedding (19:25)
Walking down the aisle and being given away (22:05)
Speeches (28:15)
Secular ceremonies (31:22)
Bridesmaids (35:27)
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