Episodes

  • Episode 19 - The Art of Intimate Weddings with Catalina Trandafir
    Mar 8 2026

    In this episode of The Green Wedding Podcast, we talk with Catalina Trandafir of Tandem Weddings about small weddings, quiet moments, and the beauty of celebrating with intention.


    We explore how intimate celebrations create deeper connections, more honest photos, and memories that truly feel like you.


    If you believe less can mean more, this one is for you. 🌿


    Listen, share, and stay tuned 🌿

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    38 mins
  • Episode 18 – Love, Ethically Crafted: Vegan Engagement Rings with Lisa Rothwell
    Feb 22 2026

    On this episode of The Green Wedding Podcast, we chat with UK-based jeweller Lisa Rothwell about engagement rings and wedding jewellery that are beautiful, meaningful, and kind to people and the planet.


    Lisa shares how she creates sustainable, vegan, and traceable pieces, why ethics matter, and how couples can choose jewellery that truly reflects their love—and their values.


    Listen, share what speaks to you, and stay tuned 🌿💍

    Follow along @greenweddingpodcast

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    30 mins
  • Episode 17 - Why Smaller Weddings Feel Different
    Feb 8 2026

    We’ve seen weddings of all sizes, and this summer, we experienced a multi-day celebration that confirmed what we know: smaller weddings feel different.

    You talk, you eat, you stay together instead of being pulled in every direction. Stretch the celebration over a few days, and pressure drops, conversations flow, and moments aren’t rushed.

    It leaves a stronger mark, not because it’s bigger, but because it has time.

    Follow us @greenweddingpodcast for more stories, listen, share, and stay tuned.

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    25 mins
  • Episode 16 - Plant-Based Wedding Feasts with Jane
    Jan 11 2026

    In this delicious new episode of The Green Wedding Podcast, hosts Romana Pereira and Julia Dojas sit down with Jane, a plant-based wedding caterer from the South East of the UK, whose plant-based creations bring color, joy, and sustainability to every celebration she serves.


    Jane shares her inspiring journey into plant-based catering, the values that guide her business, and the magic that unfolds when couples choose vegetarian and vegan menus for their big day.

    From unforgettable wedding stories to creative menu design, ingredient sourcing, and the rise of eco-friendly wedding food, this episode offers practical insights and heartwarming moments.


    You’ll hear about:


    • How Jane started her plant-based catering business

    • How plant-based menus transform the atmosphere of a wedding

    • What couples are requesting today in sustainable wedding catering

    • Creative collaborations with florists, planners, and venues

    • Signature dishes that always delight guests

    • How plant-based food inspires more conscious and joyful celebrations


    If you’re dreaming of a sustainable wedding, planning a vegan or vegetarian menu, or simply love hearing about food made with intention, this episode will inspire and energize you.


    Follow us on Instagram @thegreenweddingpodcast for more plant-based wedding ideas, behind-the-scenes inspiration, and tips for creating conscious celebrations.

    Follow Jane’s work on Instagram @thefatcarrot to explore her delicious menus and plant-based catering.

    If you enjoyed this episode, share it with a friend, a couple planning their wedding, or on your stories to help us spread the green wedding movement.


    Tune in, get hungry, and celebrate consciously.

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    35 mins
  • Episode 15 - Quinta da Avó: A Purposeful, Family-Rooted Wedding Venue in Northern Portugal
    Dec 28 2025

    In this heartfelt episode of The Green Wedding Podcast, hosts Romana Pereira and Julia Dojas speak with Elisabete, the owner of Quinta da Avó, a deeply meaningful wedding venue in Northern Portugal. What began as her grandmother’s home has evolved into a space where weddings are intimate, intentional, and rooted in heritage.


    Elisabete shares the story behind transforming a family house into a venue that protects tradition, promotes purpose, and welcomes only couples who value authenticity and depth.

    From the venue’s guiding principles to the emotional reactions of visiting couples, this conversation shines a light on how meaningful spaces can shape meaningful celebrations.


    You’ll hear about:

    • The family history behind Quinta da Avó and how it became a wedding venue

    • The values, rules, and purpose-driven philosophy that guide the space

    • How heritage and memory influence the energy and experience of each wedding

    • Memorable stories from couples who celebrated there

    • How the venue supports sustainability and engages with local community traditions

    • Advice for couples who want a venue aligned with their deeper values


    If you’re dreaming of a wedding venue with soul, history, and heart—or if you’re looking for inspiration on how spaces can be more intentional—this episode offers a beautiful perspective.


    Follow us on Instagram @thegreenweddingpodcast for more conscious wedding ideas and behind-the-scenes content.

    To learn more about the venue and its story, follow @quintadaavo.


    If this episode inspired you, share it with a friend, a couple planning their wedding, or on your Instagram stories to help us spread the movement for meaningful, sustainable celebrations.


    Tune in and discover what happens when a wedding venue is built on roots, purpose, and genuine connection.

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    36 mins
  • Episode 14 - Italian Nature-Inspired Musicians for Green & Mindful Weddings
    Dec 14 2025

    In this soothing and soulful episode of The Green Wedding Podcast, hosts Romana Pereira and Julia Dojas meet a magical Italian couple whose music is deeply inspired by nature, peace, and emotional connection. Their soft, atmospheric sound has become a favorite choice for couples planning green weddings, eco-friendly ceremonies, and intimate outdoor celebrations.


    Together, we explore their journey as artists, their creative process rooted in forests, mountains, and natural soundscapes, and how they bring calm, beauty, and intention to weddings around the world. Whether you’re searching for nature-inspired wedding music, acoustic ceremony ideas, or musicians who understand the energy of intentional gatherings—this episode is filled with inspiration.


    You’ll hear about:

    🎵 How they began making music together

    🎵 Their favorite natural places to compose

    🎵 How music shapes emotion at weddings

    🎵 Why their sound is a perfect match for sustainable weddings

    🎵 Their dream wedding environments and international collaborations

    🎵 A live musical performance created just for our listeners


    From gentle vocals to organic instruments, their music reminds us how powerful sound can be in creating mindful, heartfelt wedding moments.


    Follow us on Instagram @thegreenweddingpodcast for green wedding ideas, nature-inspired tips, and behind-the-scenes moments from our episodes.

    To learn more about Akelamadahy, follow them on Instagram @akelamadahy.


    Tune in and let the music guide you toward a more intentional celebration.

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    34 mins
  • Episode 13 - A Multicultural, Meaningful & Family-Made Wedding with Nicole
    Nov 30 2025

    In this inspiring episode of The Green Wedding Podcast, hosts Romana Pereira and Julia Dojas talk with Nicole about her unforgettable multicultural wedding — a celebration that blended Jewish and Muslim wedding traditions, honored family heritage, and embraced sustainable, low-waste wedding ideas.


    Nicole shares how she and her husband created a ceremony rooted in culture, intention, and community, proving that modern weddings can be both meaningful and environmentally conscious. From combining rituals to preparing a family-made wedding feast, her story is full of practical insights for couples planning a cultural fusion wedding or a sustainable celebration.


    You’ll hear about:

    • Bringing together Jewish and Persian traditions in one celebration
    • Personal and symbolic details for an intentional wedding
    • How families collaborated to create a homemade, low-waste wedding meal
    • Simple, accessible, eco-friendly wedding choices
    • Advice for couples planning cross-cultural, interfaith, or community-driven weddings


    Perfect for anyone searching for green wedding inspiration, multicultural wedding planning tips, or authentic love stories that celebrate diversity and sustainability.


    Follow us on Instagram: @thegreenweddingpodcast for eco-friendly wedding ideas, multicultural inspiration, and behind-the-scenes content.


    Tune in and discover how love, culture, and community can make a wedding truly unforgettable.

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    27 mins
  • Episode 12- Gathering with Intention: Designing a Wedding to Connect
    Nov 16 2025

    This week on The Green Wedding Podcast, hosts Julia Dojas and Romana Pereira explore what truly makes a wedding feel alive, not just beautiful on the outside, but deeply meaningful within.


    Inspired by The Art of Gathering by Priya Parker, this episode dives into the power of intentional design: creating weddings where connection isn’t left to chance, but crafted with care.


    In this episode, you’ll discover:


    • What makes a gathering feel magical and emotionally resonant

    • Real stories of couples who transformed their weddings into soulful experiences

    • Three key principles from The Art of Gathering that can guide your planning

    • Modern, creative ideas to spark connection — from shared rituals to quiet spaces for reflection

    • How to shift focus from impressing guests to connecting hearts


    Because the most unforgettable weddings aren’t the most elaborate: they’re the most intentional.


    Design a day that feels like you. One that connects, uplifts, and lasts long after the music fades.


    If this episode inspired you, help us spread the word.

    Please share it with someone who believes in celebrating with purpose; every listen, message, and kind word helps this movement grow.


    Follow The Green Wedding Podcast for more stories and inspiration on love, sustainability, and connection.

    Instagram: @greenweddingpodcast


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    29 mins