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#22: Why Wedding Planning Is Not for the Weak...

January 22, 2026

Planning a wedding? This episode is a must listen.

We kick things off talking about New Year’s intentions, vision boards, and long-term growth, then shift into the parts of wedding planning no one sees on Instagram.

From plus-ones who turn into unexpected wedding participants, to family members who believe they own venues, dates, and entire wedding months, we break down the real-life situations planners and couples are constantly navigating behind the scenes.

In this episode, we cover:

Guest behavior that pushes boundaries (and tests everyone’s patience)
Family dynamics that complicate timelines, layouts, and decisions
Dress codes, accommodations, and expectations gone wrong
And why some things should never be left to AI

If you’re newly engaged, curious about the wedding industry, or considering wedding planning as a career, this episode offers an honest look at what the job actually requires... beyond aesthetics and timelines.

00:00 - Do New Year’s resolutions actually work?
01:05 - Why vision boards feel less toxic
02:33 - Proof that manifestation actually works
03:38 - What we want for the podcast in 2026
04:28 - Being intentional with weddings & clients
05:13 - “Year of the Horse” energy explained
06:49 - Surprise second flower girl walks the aisle
08:36 - When a plus-one turns into a plus-two
09:58 - She tried to stay in the couple’s Airbnb
10:54 - And then she stole a wedding card
14:06 - Guests expecting the couple to pay
15:01 - Sister-in-law claims a wedding venue
21:32 - You don’t own an entire wedding month
28:31 - Guests & bridesmaids crossing the dress code
30:26 - Officiant uses ChatGPT (and gets the name wrong)

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