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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!
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Send a text 🎧 Listen to learn: How sustainable wedding catering works and what it means for your wedding menuHow locally sourced ingredients can enhance your wedding food experienceWhat couples should look for when comparing wedding catering proposalsWhat factors influence wedding catering costs and pricingHow seasonal wedding menus can improve flavor and sustainabilityHow full-service wedding caterers manage food, bar service and desserts for large eventsIn this episode of Wedding Day Podcas...
Send a text 🎧 Listen to learn: How to plan bridal hair and makeup for a large wedding partyWedding day hair and makeup timeline tips to avoid running lateHow to create a calm and organized wedding morningWhy communication with your bridal beauty team mattersHow destination wedding hair and makeup teams operateIn this episode of Wedding Day Podcast, host Sonja Babich, CEO of Iron Diamond Media, and co-host Alexis Sanabria, Publisher of California Wedding Day, sit down with Aly Rose, founder of...
Send a text 🎧 Listen to learn: What’s the difference between a florist and a floral designerHow designers pivot when weather changes wedding day plansHow a floral design studio approaches weddings differently than a flower shopWhy timeless wedding flowers matter more than following trendsHow sculptural floral installations transform ceremony and reception spacesIn this episode of Wedding Day Podcast, host Sonja Babich, CEO of Iron Diamond Media, and co-host Alexis Sanabria, Publisher of Orego...
Send a text 🎧Listen to learn: Consultation questions that reveal event personality and prioritiesThe difference between hiring a DJ vs. an MCHow DJs collaborate with planners and vendors for smoother timelinesWhy connection often matters more than price when booking entertainmentWhat couples should ask before hiring a wedding DJWhat role an MC plays in guiding reception flowIn this episode of Wedding Day Podcast, host Sonja Babich, CEO of Iron Diamond Media, and co-host Alexis Sanabria, Publi...
Send a text 🎧Listen to learn: What editors and publishers evaluate when choosing weddings to publishHow regional identity shapes storytelling and trends in the Pacific NorthwestWhy authenticity and visual quality matter in real wedding submissionsHow publications balance aspirational inspiration with practical planning guidanceWhat goes into producing a regional wedding magazine issueHow vendor partnerships and collaboration influence editorial contentIn this episode of Wedding Day Podcast, h...
Send a text 🎧Listen to learn: How to build a smooth wedding day timeline and ceremony-to-reception flowWhy a 90-minute cocktail hour can be the perfect sweet spotPlated dinner tips for a larger guest countHow many speeches to include to keep reception energy highWhy taking a day or two before your honeymoon can be a game-changerHair and makeup scheduling tips for a large bridal partyIn this episode of the Wedding Day Podcast, host Sonja Babich, CEO of Iron Diamond Media, sits down with Ava an...
Send a text 🎧Listen to learn: How wedding planners adapt big design ideas to fit small or limited venuesCreative ways planners use lighting, layout and production strategy to maximize impactWhy problem-solving is one of the most valuable skills a wedding planner bringsHow to create and hold boundaries with your vendor teamWhat couples should know about flexible, experience-driven wedding designIn this episode of the Wedding Day Podcast, host Sonja Babich and co-host Chelsea Gibson sit down wi...
Send a text 🎧 Listen to learn: How catering and hospitality shape the overall wedding guest experienceWhy custom wedding catering doesn’t fit into preset packagesHow couples can use food to tell a personal story on their wedding dayWhat couples should know about wedding catering costs and transparencyWhat it takes to restore and operate a historic wedding venueHow combining a venue and catering company elevates creativity and serviceIn this episode of the Wedding Day Podcast, host Sonja Babic...
Send a text 🎧 Listen to learn: What defines a historic wedding venue and why couples continue to choose themHow historic architecture can still offer flexibility for modern wedding designWhat couples should look for when touring large-scale or destination venuesWhy on-site teams and in-house catering elevate the guest experienceFood and beverage trends shaping weddings at historic propertiesIn this episode of the Wedding Day Podcast, host Sonja Babich and co-host Brooke Beise, Publisher of Mi...
Send a text 🎧 Listen to learn: What restaurant-style wedding catering actually means in practiceWhat couples should expect during the wedding catering tasting processHow menus are customized using seasonality and personal tasteHow cooking food fresh on site impacts quality and guest experiencePlated dinners vs. food stations and current wedding catering trendsHow sustainability and food waste are handled behind the scenesIn this episode of Wedding Day Podcast, host Sonja Babich is joined by c...
Send a text 🎧 Listen to learn: How to decide if a restaurant wedding venue is right for your celebrationWhy food-forward weddings elevate guest experienceWays to thoughtfully blend multiple cultures into one wedding dayWhat to consider when choosing a photographer for timeless wedding photosTips on planning a large weddingIn this episode of the Wedding Day Podcast, host Sonja Babich, CEO of Iron Diamond Media, sits down with real couple Daphne and Elijah (Eli) live at the Minnesota Weddi...
Send a text 🎧 Listen to learn: How live wedding painting works from consultation to final revealWhat couples should consider when choosing a creative wedding vendorHow lighting, timing and venue design impact live wedding artworkHow live wedding art goes beyond guest entertainmentWhy live wedding paintings become meaningful, long-term keepsakesIn this episode of Wedding Day Podcast, Iron Diamond Media owner Sonja Babich is joined by co-host Chelsea Gibson, Editor of Arizona Bride, for a conve...
Send a text 🎧 Listen to learn: How to budget for wedding flowers and understand true floral costsSustainable options for repurposing or composting wedding flowersWhat defines luxury wedding florals beyond just price or sizeWhen to book your wedding florist and why timing mattersHow floral design transforms a venue and guest experienceIn this episode of the Wedding Day Podcast, host Sonja Babich and co-host Sydney Stevens, Editor of Wisconsin Bride and Nebraska Wedding Day and Managing Editor ...
Send a text 🎧 Listen to learn: How to write a personalized, emotionally resonant wedding ceremonyTips for creating a seamless, high-impact ceremony that flows with the wedding timelineWhy modern officiants should also be storytellers and performersStrategies for helping couples with vows and speechesHow Weddings Royale supports clients through ceremony coaching and planningIn this episode of the Wedding Day Podcast, host Sonja Babich and co-host Amanda Holder, Publisher of California Wedding ...
Send a text 🎧 Listen to learn: How expert wedding caterers design guest-focused food experiencesCreative ways to personalize catering and service for your wedding dayHow to plan a seamless food and beverage timeline for your receptionThe top questions every couple should ask their wedding catererWhy hospitality-driven service is a growing trend in luxury weddingsIn this episode of Wedding Day Podcast, host Sonja Babich and co-host Sydney Stevens, Editor of Nebraska Wedding Day, Wisconsin Brid...
Send a text 🎧 Listen to learn: How the system encourages candid, emotional and hilarious messagesWhat makes Voast a scalable, no-attendant-needed solutionTips for maximizing your post-event footage with custom edits and video booksHow this keepsake becomes one of the most meaningful parts of your weddingHow Voast reimagines the guest book through custom video promptsWhy this self-service video booth is a hit with guests and couplesIn this episode of Wedding Day Podcast, host Sonja Babich and ...
Send a text 🎧 Listen to learn: What a circular, or “love circle,” ceremony is and how it creates intimacyHow to plan a dinner-party-style receptionHow food and design can transform your reception into an experienceCreative ways to surprise guests with personal wedding detailsTips for trusting your planner and staying true to your visionIn this episode of Wedding Day Podcast, host Sonja Babich sits down with real-life couple Tim and Adam — featured in the Spring/Summer 2025 issue of Minnesota ...
Send a text 🎧 Listen to learn: What questions to ask when touring a full-weekend wedding venueThe guest experience benefits of on-site lodging, dining and activitiesWhy infrastructure and vendor access matter for seamless planningWays to make your wedding feel like a joyful retreat for everyoneHow Lied Lodge blends sustainability with timeless wedding designIn this venue tour episode of the Wedding Day Podcast, host Sonja Babich, CEO of Iron Diamond Media, is joined by Brooke Beise, Publisher...
Send a text 🎧 Listen to learn: What questions to ask when hiring a DJ, live musician, or MCWhy it's no longer “DJ or live music” — and how you can have bothWhy having a bilingual, bicultural vendor can elevate the guest experienceTips for building a seamless flow from ceremony to dance floorWhat music blending trends are taking over modern weddingsIn this episode of Wedding Day Podcast, host Sonja Babich and co-host Chelsea Gibson, Publisher of Arizona Bride and Oregon Wedding Day, sit down w...
Send a text Listen to learn: What makes a dessert station more memorable than a wedding cakeCreative ways to personalize your dessert offeringsTips for designing interactive sweets bars your guests will loveHow to align your dessert station with your wedding aestheticWhy guest-centered treats create lasting impressionsIn this episode of Wedding Day Podcast, host Sonja Babich and co-host Sydney Stevens, Editor of Wisconsin Bride and Nebraska Wedding Day, sit down with Brit Grosenick, founder o...
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