The Planner's Edit with Desirée Adams: A Podcast for Wedding Planners and Pros (FKA Ask the Planner)
With over 300k downloads and 150+ episodes as the host of Ask the Planner, Desirée Adams now brings you The Planner’s Edit—the essential podcast for wedding planners and event pros looking to elevate and scale their businesses. Each week, join Desirée and guest experts for candid conversations, actionable strategies, and behind-the-scenes insights into marketing, systems, client experience, and the realities of building a successful and profitable event business. Whether you’re a seasoned planner or just starting, you’ll find honest advice and inspiration to help you grow, elevate, and create lasting impact in the wedding industry.
New episodes are released on Mondays.
Explore past episodes, submit questions, or learn more at desireeadams.co.
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Episodes
204 episodes
204 | Beyond the Wedding World: Where to Find Fresh Inspiration for 2026 and Beyond
The most original wedding trends don’t start inside the wedding industry — they start outside of it. In this episode of The Planner’s Edit, Desirée Adams explores how architecture, interior design, hospitality, and...
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28:04
203 | The 2026 Wedding Trends Shaping the Future of Planning and Design
The wedding industry is evolving — and so are we. In this special Season 6 premiere, Desirée Adams pulls back the curtain on the rebrand from Ask the Planner to The Planner’s Edit — sharing how this new chapter reflects the gr...
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Season 6
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Episode 203
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26:07
202 | The Best Time and Money-Saving Tools for Wedding Planners and Couples
In this milestone episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the tools and tech that keep my wedding planning business running smoothly behind the scenes.From streamlining communication to elevating the client experience, I’m sharing the p...
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Season 5
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Episode 202
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42:28
201 | Wedding Timeline Tips to Plan a Seamless Day (With Real Examples)
If there’s one thing that can make or break your wedding day experience, it’s the timeline. It might not be the flashiest part of the planning process, but trust me, a thoughtfully crafted schedule is what turns a chaotic day into a calm, joy-f...
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Season 5
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Episode 201
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37:15
200 | Don’t Overlook These 5 Mistakes When Booking Your Wedding Venue
When you’re newly engaged, it’s tempting to dive straight into venue tours and photo-worthy spaces. But your venue decision is about so much more than just aesthetics. It’s the foundation of your entire wedding, and choosing the wrong ...
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Season 5
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Episode 200
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21:42
199 | A Guide to Wedding PR and Building Visibility for Your Brand with Harmony Walton
Today, we’re diving into a rarely discussed but incredibly powerful topic in the wedding industry: public relations and influence. Whether you're growing your brand or dreaming of your first big media feature, this episode is packed with wisdom...
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Season 5
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Episode 199
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1:09:30
198 | Designing Colorful Weddings Full of Personality and Bold Design with Jove Meyer
Bringing bold, joyful color into your wedding design doesn’t have to feel chaotic. In this episode, I’m joined by award-winning designer Jove Meyer, whose work is known for its vibrant energy, authenticity, and celebration of inclusion.W...
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Season 5
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Episode 198
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1:07:14
197 | Your Ultimate Wedding Flower Guide: How to Choose Your Wedding Flowers with Confidence
Your wedding flowers are so much more than decoration. They set the tone, tell your story, and turn your reception into a space guests will never forget. In this episode, we’re revisiting one of our most-loved conversations: how to choose the p...
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Season 5
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Episode 197
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22:49
196 | Wedding Planner Fees: What’s the Difference Between Percentage Pricing and Flat Fee Models?
Hey there, loverves! Welcome to the finale of Season 5 — I can’t believe we’re already here. Whether you’ve been tuning in all season or this is your first time listening, I’m so glad you’re here.Today we’re diving into a topic ...
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Season 5
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Episode 196
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37:59
195 | What’s In, What’s Out: 2025 Wedding Trends From Both Sides of the Atlantic with Rachel Urban
Today, we’re diving into the art and strategy behind planning and designing weddings that feel effortlessly beautiful, highly personalized, and truly unforgettable.Whether you’re a couple navigating the wedding planning process or a wedd...
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Season 5
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Episode 195
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47:32
194 | 5 Overlooked Wedding Essentials Every Couple Forgets To Plan For
Today we’re talking about a few wedding day essentials you might not find on a standard checklist — but trust me, you’re going to want to know about them.Because yes, it’s easy to get wrapped up in the flowers, the seating charts, and th...
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23:07
193 | Lovely by Design: The New Rules of Wedding Dress Shopping with Erica Smith
Today we’re diving deep into the wedding gown shopping experience. From timelines and fittings to budgets, emotions, and expectations, we’re breaking it all down so you feel informed, confident, and excited about saying yes to the dress....
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Season 5
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Episode 193
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44:00
192 | Marriage Licenses, Name Changes, and Wedding Paperwork: What You Need to Know
Today we’re diving into one of those unglamorous but oh-so-necessary parts of wedding planning that no one really tells you about… post-wedding paperwork.I know, I know — after months of planning every little detail, the last th...
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Season 5
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Episode 192
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37:06
191 | The State of Weddings in 2025 with Brittny Drye: Inclusivity, Trends, and Gen Z
Inclusivity in weddings goes way beyond using the right language on your invitations. It’s about representation, intention, and creating a space where every couple—and every guest—feels seen, celebrated, and respected.To help us dig into...
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Season 5
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Episode 191
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42:36
190 | Wedding Planner vs. Venue Coordinator: What’s the Real Difference?
Today we’re talking about something that comes up all the time when I’m working with couples—and honestly, it’s one of the biggest sources of confusion when you’re planning a wedding: the difference between a wedding planner and a venue coordin...
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189 | The Ultimate Guide to Wedding and Jewelry Insurance: Protect Your Big Day
Wedding insurance isn’t about expecting the worst—it’s about making sure that if something unexpected happens, you’re covered. Because let’s face it—wedding planning is already stressful enough without worrying about losing thousands of dollars...
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Season 5
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Episode 189
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49:57
188 | What’s Trending: Engagement Ring & Wedding Band Styles for 2025
Engagement rings and bands are something that never go out of style. Yet the styles themselves? They’re always evolving.Whether you're newly engaged, deep into wedding planning, or helping a client pick the perfect piece, this episode is...
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Season 5
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Episode 188
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28:39
187 | 9 Hidden Red Flags to Avoid When Choosing Your Wedding Venue
Finding your wedding venue should feel exciting, not stressful—but let’s be honest, not every venue is as perfect as it seems on Instagram. Hidden fees, slow responses, and vague contracts can turn what looks like your dream location i...
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39:03
186 | Planning a Destination Wedding? Here's What You Need to Know
There’s something magical about saying “I do” in a breathtaking destination—whether it’s a romantic villa on the Amalfi Coast, a sun-soaked beach in the Caribbean, or a charming château in the French countryside. After all, a destination weddin...
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185 | Cocktail-style Receptions: What You Need to Know Before Skipping the Sit-down Dinner
Wedding receptions are evolving, and cocktail-style celebrations are having a major moment. They’re chic, modern, and full of energy—a perfect way to create a social, laid-back atmosphere where guests can mix, mingle, and enjoy an unforgettable...
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Season 5
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Episode 185
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33:38
184 | What is This Feeling? Steal These Genius Tips from Broadway's Biggest Hits
Have you ever watched a Broadway show and wondered how everything comes together so flawlessly? The perfect lighting, the seamless scene changes, the actors hitting every cue—it all feels effortless. But we all know that behind the curtain, the...
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Season 5
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Episode 184
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33:42
183 | Your Ultimate Guide to Choosing Your Wedding Flowers
Picture this: You walk into your wedding reception, and everything is breathtaking—the tables, the candles, the ambiance—but what truly ties it all together? The flowers.Florals have the power to transform a space, set the mood, and add ...
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Season 5
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Episode 183
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22:51
182 | Stamp, Seal, Deliver: The Surprising Wedding Invitation Details Most Couples Overlook with Cotton & Bow
When it comes to wedding planning, your invitations are more than just a piece of paper—they’re the first glimpse into the celebration you’re creating. From setting the tone for your big day to ensuring they arrive flawlessly in your guests’ ha...
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Season 5
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Episode 182
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43:35
181 | Super Bowl Strategies for Wedding Planning Success: Building a Winning Team for the Big Day
The Super Bowl may be over, but I’m still thinking about the strategy, teamwork, and high-stakes execution that made it all happen. And honestly? Wedding planning is no different. Just like a championship-winning team, a wedding day comes toget...
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Season 5
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Episode 181
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22:39
180 | The Art of Writing Meaningful Wedding Vows and Speeches - Do’s and Dont’s from a Professional Speechwriter with Brian Franklin
Today's episode is all about one of the most personal—and sometimes nerve-wracking—parts of a wedding: the vows and speeches. Writing your own vows can feel overwhelming, and giving a toast in front of a room full of people? Well, let’s just sa...
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Season 5
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Episode 180
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