Wedding Day Podcast
Welcome to “Wedding Day Podcast” with you host Sonja Babich, Owner and CEO of Iron Diamond Media - a leading wedding resource featuring seven localized wedding brands and wedding publications across the country. Come along as they travel from state to state to connect with the most creative and well-respected professionals in the wedding industry. Every episode will arm you with in-depth knowledge; the hottest new trends, wedding day tips and details, and... they show you all the joys of planning your perfect wedding day!
Episodes
43 episodes
What Every Couple Should Ask Before Booking a Venue | Wedding Day Podcast Ep. 43
🎧 Listen to learn:✨ What questions to ask before booking a wedding venue✨ How Abbey Road Farm supports full-weekend wedding experiences✨ Why setup, tear-down, and alcohol policies matter more than you think✨ The role of i...
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28:08
Episode 42 | Angie Jean Photography
🎧 Listen to learn:✨ The benefits of including an engagement session in your wedding photography package✨ What to look for when reviewing a photographer’s editing style and portfolio✨ The benefits of including an engagement se...
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20:24
Episode 41 | Amour De Surcre
🎧 Listen to learn:✨ Why flavor is just as important as design in today’s dessert planning✨ Creative ways to personalize your cake and dessert table✨ The pros and cons of dummy cakes and sheet cake combos✨ Tips for handlin...
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24:46
Episode 40 | O&B Photo Co.
🎧 Listen to learn:How Olivia and Bryan define “Post-It note moments” and why those small details matterThe benefits of hiring a married photography duo with two lead shootersIdeas for meaningful engagement o...
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27:03
Episode 39 | Friar Tux
🎧 Listen to learn:The difference between renting and purchasing a suit or tux for your weddingHow Friar Tux’s virtual styling appointments simplify the fitting processWhy the “coat swap” is trending for ceremony-to...
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25:12
Episode 38 | Doggy Social
🎧 Listen to learn:How to safely and stress-free include your dog or cat in your wedding dayTips for managing anxious or older pets during ceremonies and photosCreative ways to incorporate pets into wedding d...
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23:30
Episode 37 | I.M. Artistry
🎧 Listen to learn:What to look for when hiring your wedding hair and makeup artistHow to build a stress-free beauty timeline for your big dayThe importance of early trials and beauty consultationsWh...
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28:42
Episode 36 | Jenny Kang Photography
🎧 Listen to learn:How to choose a wedding photographer who truly connects with youWhat makes documentary-style wedding photography stand outHow ADHD and neurodivergence can be creative strengths in wedding w...
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32:53
Episode 35 | For The One Bridal
🎧 Listen to learn:What to expect at your first bridal gown appointmentHow to handle nerves, pressure and group dynamics while dress shoppingWhy bridal stylists ask how you want to feel—not just what you wa...
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20:17
Episode 34 | Snapdragon Bloom Bar
🎧 Listen to learn:What couples should know before hiring a wedding floristHow to balance vision and budget when planning wedding flowersWhy seasonality and flexibility are key in floral designTips for navi...
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24:47
Episode 33 | Relics Rentals
In this episode of Wedding Day Podcast, host Sonja Babich and co-host Brittany O’Neill sit down with Jan Oelke, owner and founder of Relics Rentals, a boutique rental company based in Wisconsin known for its curated collections, trendsetting vi...
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Episode 32 | Strictly Personal Designs
In this episode of Wedding Day Podcast, host Sonja Babich and co-host Amanda Holder sit down with Kristeen Widmyer and Brian Larson, co-founders of Strictly Personal Designs, a Los Angeles-based design studio redefining what it means t...
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Episode 31 | Attitude on Food
In this episode of Wedding Day Podcast, host Sonja Babich and co-host Brooke Beise, Publisher of Nebraska Wedding Day, sit down with Karmin Driscoll, Chief Operating Officer of Attitude on Food—one of the Midwest’s top-tier we...
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Episode 30 | Jessi Pallan, Iron Diamond Media
In this episode of Wedding Day Podcast, host Sonja Babich and co-host Dan Riggs sit down with Jessi Pallan, Creative Director of Iron Diamond Media, the powerhouse behind seven regional wedding magazines including Minnesota Bride
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20:32
Episode 29 | Emett Joseph Photography
In this episode of Wedding Day Podcast, host Sonja Babich and co-host Alexis Sanabria, Publisher of Oregon Wedding Day, sit down with Pacific Northwest-based wedding photographer Emett Joseph, whose emotionally resonant, docum...
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27:48
Episode 28 | Vows & Speeches
In this episode of Wedding Day Podcast, host Sonja Babich and co-host Amanda Holder, Publisher of California Wedding Day, sit down with Brian Franklin, founder of Vows & Speeches, a California-based company transforming ho...
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26:05
Episode 27 | Visionary Productions, LLC
In this episode of Wedding Day Podcast, host Sonja Babich and co-host Alexis Sanabria, Publisher of Washington Wedding Day, sit down with Ernesto Abreu Jr. and Gabrielle Earle, the energetic team behind Visionary Productions, ...
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23:59
Episode 26 | Instant Request DJ Entertainment
In this episode of Wedding Day Podcast, host Sonja Babich and co-host Brooke Beise, Publisher of Minnesota Bride, sit down with Mitch Zacharias of Instant Request DJ Entertainment. With over 16 years of experience in the Minnesota wedding scene...
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30:14
Episode 25 | Ocotillo Golf Club
In this episode of Wedding Day Podcast, host Sonja Babich and co-host Chelsea Gibson, Editor-in-Chief of Arizona Bride, sit down with Mary Hotaling, Sales Manager at Ocotillo Golf Club in Chandler, Arizona. With a background i...
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26:40
Episode 24 | Bridal Beaut
In this episode of Wedding Day Podcast, host Sonja Babich and co-host Brittany O’Neill, Publisher of Wisconsin Bride, sit down with Gemma-Louise Sherman, founder of Bridal Beaut, and lead stylist Brittany Desmondez. Known across Wiscon...
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28:29
Episode 23 | Joslyn Art Museum
In this episode of Wedding Day Podcast, host Sonja Babich and co-host Brooke Beise, Publisher of Nebraska Wedding Day, sit down with James Laurent, Events Manager at the iconic Joslyn Art Museum in Omaha. Following its major r...
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27:52
Episode 22 | Devil's Food Catering
In this episode of Wedding Day Podcast, host Sonja Babich and co-host Alexis Sanabria, Publisher of Oregon Wedding Day, sit down with James Fowler, owner and creative director of Portland-based Devil’s Food Catering. Known for...
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23:56
Episode 21 | Flutterby Celebrations & Ceremonies
In this episode of the Wedding Day Podcast, hosts Sonja Babich and Brooke Beise, Publisher of Minnesota Bride and Nebraska Wedding Day, sit down with Dawn and Ralph Dacut, the creative minds behind Flutterby Celebrations. As Minnesota-...
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