Welcome to "This Takes the Cake" – the podcast where wedding planning meets hilarious disasters! Join us as we share real stories of wedding day mishaps and "shit you cannot make up!" Laugh along with us as we dive into the wildest moments from weddings gone wrong. From emotional family feuds to vendor blunders, we spill the tea on everything that can—and does—go wrong. Tune in for a fun-filled ride and some free advice, and enjoy stories that truly take the cake! New episodes every Thursday!
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This week we sat down with one of our previous bride's, Angie! She shares what it was like to be the bride and work with a planner. From the most important details to creating a reception in a never …
When it comes to bridal beauty, we of course had to talk with Jen Trotter who has been doing makeup for the past 30 years! She's the queen of bridal beauty for a reason. From being on Love is Blind t…
Why do planners have preferred vendor lists? Why can I only use certain vendors at venues? We answer all these questions and more! Building relationships within the industry and why you shouldn't hir…
We don't even knowhow to sum this one up... Some weird experiences all in one episode. Here's what not to do if you get hired!
Sara McCall & Karen Long
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This weeks episode we're talking withe CEO and founder of Merri, a 3d wedding layout platform! How in the world does this work?? Randi tells us how she started Merri and ways planners and brides can …
This episode we're chatting it up with our sister company Lemon or Lime Bar! We get all the info from the Director of Operations, Amanda, on what goes into running a bar at a wedding - plus some drun…
Did you know you can get insurance for your wedding? Now you know! This week we're talking to David Berke with eWed about all the reasons you should have insurance to cover your big day!
Sara McCal…
One of of favorite clients on the pod! We are so excited to have Michael, a past groom on the podcast with his planner Caroline. They dive into the planning process while being states away, and what …
Hey hey from Vegas! This episode we're giving you a peek into our time at the Wedding MBA. Sara is speaking and we here to work hard and play hard! Alyssa Etheredge & Hannah Kelly
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We love our clients, but lines get blurry when you want to be besties on social media. We also spill the tea on why you'll want some social media coverage at your wedding and what's worth it the worl…
Maybe the scariest of all, GROOMZILLA & PARENTS. Surprisingly they're some of the worst on wedding day! We're sharing all of our spooky wedding stories!
Jacque Basile & Alyssa Etheredge
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We're playing games this episode. Sharing some stories that take the cake, and maybe some that aren't true... a fun little episode rounding up some wild wedding tories!
Sara McCall (Myrtle Beach, S…
We're sharing more behind the scenes of wedding planning - it isn't all fun and games! Get some insight in the physical demands, sacrifices, and the endless amount of tips and tricks we've learned al…
During your ceremony, sometimes unplanned things happen outside of your control... like a boat driving by blaring Baby Got Back . This is why your officiant is so important!
Dallas Vickers & Eric Hu…
Wondering how to get published in a bridal magazine? We got the inside scoop from Southern Bride's Sherra Meyers! She shared with our very own Sarah Turpin, located in Savannah and Hilton Head, some …
The worst wedding in all of our CEOs 13 years of experience. You don't want to miss this one!
Sara McCall & Shelli Thomas
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There's just times when we know a bride or groom is going to be trouble. With many years under our belt, here's some red flags to look out for when accepting clients. Bonus story: Maid of Honor broug…
What's the difference between a wedding coordinator and a venue coordinator? We're here to tell you! Caroline and her bestie Anna sit down and share venue stories that take the cake!
Caroline Green …