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This Takes the Cake
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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 ri... more

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From cocktail hour to the last bite of dessert, great catering has the power to elevate an entire wedding experience. This week on This Takes The Cake, Dallas sits down with Chloe from Larkin’s Catering & Events to talk about what goes into creating ... more

This week on This Takes The Cake, Dallas sits down with Calista and Isabelle, the creative duo behind Grove Florals in Greenville, South Carolina. Known for their romantic, artistic floral installations, they share how they built their business, deve... more

In this episode, Sara sits down with Lauren and Jeffery to relive their June 30, 2012 wedding during one of the hottest weekends in South Carolina history. From sweating through khaki suits and editing sweat out of wedding photos to guests hiding in ... more

In this episode of This Takes The Cake 🍰, Payton is joined by Faith—longtime assistant turned lead planner in our Myrtle Beach office—to break down the wedding video that unexpectedly went viral about Derby Day. What started as a fun, real behind-th... more

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Recent Guests

Calista Russell
Grove Florals designer
Grove Florals
Episode: GREENVILLE SERIES: Blooming a Business with Grove Florals
Isabelle Williamson
Grove Florals designer
Grove Florals
Episode: GREENVILLE SERIES: Blooming a Business with Grove Florals
Lauren Jensen
Bride from the wedding
Jensen family
Episode: The Wedding That Survived the Record-Breaking Heat
Jeffrey Jensen
Groom from the wedding
Jensen family
Episode: The Wedding That Survived the Record-Breaking Heat
Preston Lee
Founder of The 30% Rule, hospitality event speaker
All the Waits / The 30% Rule
Episode: Ultimate Guest Experience: with Preston Lee
Paula Player
Wedding photographer and co-owner of Paula Player Photography
Paula Player Photography
Episode: Love Stories: Paula & David Player
David Player
Videographer and co-owner of David Player Videography
David Player Videography
Episode: Love Stories: Paula & David Player
Matthew Davey
DJ, Completely Celebrated
Completely Celebrated
Episode: Love Stories: The Davey Duo
Elizabeth Davey
Photographer, Completely Captured
Completely Captured
Episode: Love Stories: The Davey Duo

Hosts

Sara
Host of This Takes The Cake; co-host with a focus on wedding planning and business
Faith
Host and frequent contributor; discusses franchise growth and Orlando market insights

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 59 ratings
  • This Takes The Cake

    Hilarious and full of good tips! Great insider views and the stories are so funny!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cath42!
    United States3 months ago
  • Review

    So fun!! Love getting to hear the ends and outs of event planning!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Eliza107
    United States3 months ago
  • Best Podcast Ever

    These ladies talk about the truth in wedding planning, the ups, downs and the best practices for your wedding planning business! Highly recommend listening to it if you’re in the wedding industry!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Izq-ash
    United States3 months ago
  • Love the behind the scenes!

    Not everything is perfect with weddings and events. I love how this podcast goes behind the scenes to tell the ugly truth.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shellay Jasper
    United States3 months ago
  • The best podcast when it comes to everything events!

    I love the way they describe the events that they do! You can tell they are professionals! It is so fun to hear all the amazing stories from events and how it all comes together! Highly recommend this podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    breejane333
    United States3 months ago

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Overall, fans praise the mix of humor and actionable guidance
Some listeners feel the show gives a clear, helpful insider perspective on event production and planning
Guests bring real-world industry insights and candid experiences
Lively behind-the-scenes stories and practical tips for wedding pros
A strong sense of camaraderie and professional expertise, with entertaining storytelling

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GREENVILLE SERIES: Blooming a Business with Grove Florals
Q: How did Grove Florals get started and what was your background before launching the business?
We were best friends since high school who did creative projects together, initially running pop-ups and photoshoots, then gradually turning those experiences into a wedding-focused floral business as friends started getting married andTrusted clients asked us to do more. Our marketing backgrounds helped us create a cohesive brand and online presence that attracted clients.
Sugar, Style & Showbiz: A Slice of Ron Ben-Israel
Q: What makes a good relationship with the client and the baker?
Trust and clear communication are essential; the couple should be open about their vision while the baker guides them with realistic options, ensuring multiple stakeholders are managed without overwhelming the process.
From First Dance to Final Encore: Behind the Music with On The Move Entertainment
Q: How do you start designing the entertainment for a wedding?
We script the story with the clients, ask the right questions to understand their musical preferences and the vibe they want, and then tailor the layers of entertainment to reflect their story, ensuring the performance feels personal and cohesive.
Parties, Platforms & the Power of AI: Julie Roth Novack of PartySlate Spills It All
Q: What trends are you seeing in corporate events regarding AI and experiences?
Corporate events are shifting toward experiential, interactive moments with designs that drive social engagement, while AI helps scale production, from run-of-show to post-event content,
Parties, Platforms & the Power of AI: Julie Roth Novack of PartySlate Spills It All
Q: What are some concrete ways AI is integrated into PartySlate's platform right now?
AI powers image recognition to tag photos, helps generate event descriptions, assists with proposal language, and enables smart culling to identify the most impactful images for public sharing.

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A lively show focused on wedding planning chaos, vendor dynamics, and behind-the-scenes stories from the industry. Episodes center on entrepreneurship in weddings (founders and franchisees), production vs. real-world event budgeting, and practical tips from planners, florists, and production teams. Listeners get candid anecdotes, tactical advice for running a wedding business, and a sense of the fast-paced, collaborative world behind stylish celebrations. Noteworthy angles include founder-origin stories, franchise growth, and the tension between TV production and live events, making it a strong fit for wedding pros seeking entertaining, actionable content and for brands aiming to reach a wedding-focused audience.

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Recent guests on This Takes The Cake include:

1. Calista Russell
2. Isabelle Williamson
3. Lauren Jensen
4. Jeffrey Jensen
5. Preston Lee
6. Paula Player
7. David Player
8. Matthew Davey

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