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. Follow along on Instagram @PlannersEdit.
Episodes
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Most wedding planners think marketing is about posting more — but the planners attracting luxury clients are doing something very different.
In this episode of The Planner’s Edit, Desirée Adams breaks down how to market a wedding planning business using long-form content that builds trust over time. She shares how blogging, podcasting, and email have shaped her business over the last seven years, and...
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Most planners think marketing is about doing more. Posting more. Explaining more. Showing up everywhere.
But what if the clients you’re attracting are responding to quiet signals your business is already sending?
In this episode of The Planner’s Edit, Desirée Adams breaks down the subtle marketing signals that quietly shape who feels aligned with your business long before they ever reach out. From pri...
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Destination weddings aren’t just logistically complex. They carry invisible risks that can impact timelines, budgets, emotions, and once-in-a-lifetime moments.
In this episode of The Planner’s Edit, Desirée Adams breaks down the most overlooked risks of destination weddings and explains why professional planners aren’t just coordinators, but risk managers. You’ll hear how thoughtful planning creates ...
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A lot of planners believe they’re struggling with attracting clients for full-service planning, when what they’re really struggling with is clarity.
In this episode of The Planner’s Edit, Desirée Adams breaks down the quiet, often overlooked ways planners unintentionally keep themselves from attracting full-service clients, even when the talent and experience are already there. This conversation isn’...
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Becoming a full-service planner isn’t just about offering a bigger package, it changes how you lead, decide, and carry responsibility in ways no one really talks about.
In this episode of The Planner’s Edit, Desirée pulls back the curtain on what actually shifts when you step into full-service planning. From the emotional weight and quieter decision-making to changing client relationships, evolving c...
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There’s a moment in many planners’ careers when coordination starts to feel too small, but full-service planning still feels out of reach.
In this episode of The Planner’s Edit, Desirée Adams breaks down how to know if you’re ready for full-service planning, and why readiness has far less to do with experience and far more to do with structure, positioning, and leadership.
Desirée walks through the ke...
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Every planner makes investments in their business — some that create massive growth, and others that become expensive lessons. In this episode of The Planner’s Edit, Desirée Adams gets honest about both.
She’s sharing the early investments that truly moved the needle in her wedding planning business.You’ll learn why these investments paid off, how they accelerated her growth, and what she would do ex...
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If you’ve ever looked at your wedding planning business and thought, “I should have done this sooner…” you are absolutely not alone. In this episode of The Planner’s Edit, Desirée Adams pulls back the curtain on the decisions she wishes she had made earlier in her career that would have saved her time, energy, stress, and years of growing in circles.
Desirée walks through the foundational moves that ...
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If you’ve ever felt lost, overwhelmed, or unsure whether you’re building your business the right way, this episode is going to ground you.
In this episode of The Planner’s Edit, Desirée Adams breaks down exactly what she would do if she were starting her wedding planning business in 2026 — knowing everything she knows now.
From creating a strategic business plan, to finding the right mentors and commu...
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Some wedding trends age beautifully — and others age like… well, trends. In this episode of The Planner’s Edit, Desirée Adams is calling out the outdated wedding trends planners are collectively ready to retire, and what to do instead.
From champagne towers to traditional photo booths, Desirée unpacks why certain trends no longer serve modern couples or guest experience.
You’ll learn how to talk to y...
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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 food are shaping the next wave of weddings and events.
From “warm minimalism” and slow luxury to mini-cocktails and experiential dining, Desirée reveals how planners can draw inspiration ...
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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 growth of her brand and a deeper mission to serve wedding planners and creative pros.
In this episode, Desirée dives into the top wedding trends for 2026 — from personalized guest...
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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 platforms, systems, and secrets that allow my team to plan with ease and intention. Whether you’re newly engaged or a planner looking to refine your workflows, this e...
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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-filled celebration.
In today’s episode, I’m walking you through how to build a wedding timeline that works—one that gives you room to breathe while making sure ...
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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 venue can create a ripple effect of stress, budget challenges, and logistical issues down the line.
In today’s episode, I’m sharing the five most common venue selection...
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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.
We’re joined by Harmony Walton, founder of The Bridal Bar, a global PR powerhouse for luxury event professionals.
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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.
We’re talking all about how to embrace color with intention, create spaces that truly reflect your personality, and design weddings that leave a lasting impression on...
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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 perfect flowers for your wedding day. From statement arrangements to subtle details you never knew you needed, I’m sharing insider tips to help you make though...
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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 that comes up a lot — especially among newer planners figuring out how to price themselves and couples trying to understand what they’re actually paying for: percentage-based...
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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 wedding pro who wants to elevate your services, this conversation covers so much ground—from understanding the difference between a planner and a designer, to what actua...
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