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
🎧 Listen to learn:
- How wedding content creators differ from traditional videographers
- What couples receive—and how quickly—from a content creator
- How wedding day content is captured without disrupting the timeline
- Why behind-the-scenes moments are becoming the most meaningful keepsakes
- How content creators collaborate with photographers and videographers
- Why wedding content creation isn’t just for social media influe...
🎧 Listen to learn:
- What wedding rentals actually include beyond tables and chairs
- How much wedding rentals typically cost and how couples can prioritize their budget
- The rental details that instantly make a wedding feel more luxurious
- How tabletop design—chargers, glassware, napkins and flatware—elevates reception tables
- Why couples should schedule a rental showroom visit or mock-up table before the wedding
- The biggest we...
🎧 Listen to learn:
- How sustainable wedding catering works and what it means for your wedding menu
- How locally sourced ingredients can enhance your wedding food experience
- What couples should look for when comparing wedding catering proposals
- What factors influence wedding catering costs and pricing
- How seasonal wedding menus can improve flavor and sustainability
- How full-service wedding caterers manage food, bar service a...
🎧 Listen to learn:
- How to plan bridal hair and makeup for a large wedding party
- Wedding day hair and makeup timeline tips to avoid running late
- How to create a calm and organized wedding morning
- Why communication with your bridal beauty team matters
- How destination wedding hair and makeup teams operate
In this episode of Wedding Day Podcast, host Sonja Babich, CEO of Iron Diamond Media, and co-host Alexis Sanabria, P...
🎧 Listen to learn:
- What’s the difference between a florist and a floral designer
- How designers pivot when weather changes wedding day plans
- How a floral design studio approaches weddings differently than a flower shop
- Why timeless wedding flowers matter more than following trends
- How sculptural floral installations transform ceremony and reception spaces
In this episode of Wedding Day Podcast, host Sonja Babich, CEO ...
🎧Listen to learn:
- Consultation questions that reveal event personality and priorities
- The difference between hiring a DJ vs. an MC
- How DJs collaborate with planners and vendors for smoother timelines
- Why connection often matters more than price when booking entertainment
- What couples should ask before hiring a wedding DJ
- What role an MC plays in guiding reception flow
In this episode of Wedding Day Podcast, host Sonja...
🎧Listen to learn:
- What editors and publishers evaluate when choosing weddings to publish
- How regional identity shapes storytelling and trends in the Pacific Northwest
- Why authenticity and visual quality matter in real wedding submissions
- How publications balance aspirational inspiration with practical planning guidance
- What goes into producing a regional wedding magazine issue
- How vendor partnerships and collaboration inf...
🎧Listen to learn:
- How to build a smooth wedding day timeline and ceremony-to-reception flow
- Why a 90-minute cocktail hour can be the perfect sweet spot
- Plated dinner tips for a larger guest count
- How many speeches to include to keep reception energy high
- Why taking a day or two before your honeymoon can be a game-changer
- Hair and makeup scheduling tips for a large bridal party
In this episode of the Wedding Day Podcas...
🎧Listen to learn:
- How wedding planners adapt big design ideas to fit small or limited venues
- Creative ways planners use lighting, layout and production strategy to maximize impact
- Why problem-solving is one of the most valuable skills a wedding planner brings
- How to create and hold boundaries with your vendor team
- What couples should know about flexible, experience-driven wedding design
In this episode of the Wedding...
🎧 Listen to learn:
- How catering and hospitality shape the overall wedding guest experience
- Why custom wedding catering doesn’t fit into preset packages
- How couples can use food to tell a personal story on their wedding day
- What couples should know about wedding catering costs and transparency
- What it takes to restore and operate a historic wedding venue
- How combining a venue and catering company elevates creativity and se...
🎧 Listen to learn:
- What defines a historic wedding venue and why couples continue to choose them
- How historic architecture can still offer flexibility for modern wedding design
- What couples should look for when touring large-scale or destination venues
- Why on-site teams and in-house catering elevate the guest experience
- Food and beverage trends shaping weddings at historic properties
In this episode of the Wedding Da...
🎧 Listen to learn:
- What restaurant-style wedding catering actually means in practice
- What couples should expect during the wedding catering tasting process
- How menus are customized using seasonality and personal taste
- How cooking food fresh on site impacts quality and guest experience
- Plated dinners vs. food stations and current wedding catering trends
- How sustainability and food waste are handled behind the scenes
In...
🎧 Listen to learn:
- How to decide if a restaurant wedding venue is right for your celebration
- Why food-forward weddings elevate guest experience
- Ways to thoughtfully blend multiple cultures into one wedding day
- What to consider when choosing a photographer for timeless wedding photos
- Tips on planning a large wedding
In this episode of the Wedding Day Podcast, host Sonja Babich, CEO of Iron Diamond Media, sits down wit...
🎧 Listen to learn:
- How live wedding painting works from consultation to final reveal
- What couples should consider when choosing a creative wedding vendor
- How lighting, timing and venue design impact live wedding artwork
- How live wedding art goes beyond guest entertainment
- Why live wedding paintings become meaningful, long-term keepsakes
In this episode of Wedding Day Podcast, Iron Diamond Media owner Sonja Babich is ...
🎧 Listen to learn:
- How to budget for wedding flowers and understand true floral costs
- Sustainable options for repurposing or composting wedding flowers
- What defines luxury wedding florals beyond just price or size
- When to book your wedding florist and why timing matters
- How floral design transforms a venue and guest experience
In this episode of the Wedding Day Podcast, host Sonja Babich and co-host Sydney Stevens, E...
🎧 Listen to learn:
- How to write a personalized, emotionally resonant wedding ceremony
- Tips for creating a seamless, high-impact ceremony that flows with the wedding timeline
- Why modern officiants should also be storytellers and performers
- Strategies for helping couples with vows and speeches
- How Weddings Royale supports clients through ceremony coaching and planning
In this episode of the Wedding Day Podcast, host So...
🎧 Listen to learn:
- How expert wedding caterers design guest-focused food experiences
- Creative ways to personalize catering and service for your wedding day
- How to plan a seamless food and beverage timeline for your reception
- The top questions every couple should ask their wedding caterer
- Why hospitality-driven service is a growing trend in luxury weddings
In this episode of Wedding Day Podcast, host Sonja Babich and ...
🎧 Listen to learn:
- How the system encourages candid, emotional and hilarious messages
- What makes Voast a scalable, no-attendant-needed solution
- Tips for maximizing your post-event footage with custom edits and video books
- How this keepsake becomes one of the most meaningful parts of your wedding
- How Voast reimagines the guest book through custom video prompts
- Why this self-service video booth is a hit with guests and coup...
🎧 Listen to learn:
- What a circular, or “love circle,” ceremony is and how it creates intimacy
- How to plan a dinner-party-style reception
- How food and design can transform your reception into an experience
- Creative ways to surprise guests with personal wedding details
- Tips for trusting your planner and staying true to your vision
In this episode of Wedding Day Podcast, host Sonja Babich sits down with real-life couple...
🎧 Listen to learn:
- What questions to ask when touring a full-weekend wedding venue
- The guest experience benefits of on-site lodging, dining and activities
- Why infrastructure and vendor access matter for seamless planning
- Ways to make your wedding feel like a joyful retreat for everyone
- How Lied Lodge blends sustainability with timeless wedding design
In this venue tour episode of the Wedding Day Podcast, host Sonja B...
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