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Jul 2023
1h 9m

in defense of the bridezilla

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About this episode
This is an extended version of Mina's the "perfect" wedding dress is a myth video, including digressions in royal weddings and bridezilla discourse, as well as some crazy wedding stories from the listeners!

Written by Mina Le, Ella Gray, and Sophie Carter
Edited by Sophie Carter
Music by Olivia Martinez
Cover by Lindsay Mintz

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Tongan crown prince marries second cousin
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When the Bridezilla label was thrown my way, I realised no one was safe from this sexist trope
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It's OK to Spend $12.50 on a Wedding Dress Now
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