Persephone Says

It's the first episode of 2026 and as always, we are back stronger than ever. We dispel some false narratives and discuss the reality of the wedding industry in 2026. Today's episode is sponsored by The Media Socialites . On today's episode, we are talking about: - the disappearance of the middle tier -rising client expectations - why operational excellence has become part of the luxury experience...

We had to share part two right in time for the holidays. This episode picks up the giggles right where we left off. We cover off on: - Stocking stuffers - Mixed up holiday lights - Stanley cups - Holiday parties - Hair extensions and more If you liked this episode, I'd love for you to follow and share this episode who would appreciate the levity!

PSA - if you are easily offended, skip this one. This is such a good one - we had to split it into two! We cover off on - Passive-aggressive text message responses - PJs in public - Crocs, Louboutins and Birkenstocks - Weird Signage - Influencer culture and more Stay tuned for part 2!

Get your notebooks out, because in this special episode, CEO of The Media Socialites, shares the full recording of our most-requested webinar: The Luxury Growth Blueprint . Luxury brands often approach paid media, web design, and CRM in silos—but the true magic happens when these channels work in harmony. In just 45 minutes, you’ll learn how to build a seamless digital ecosystem that elevates your...

He's backkkk --- My husband, Chief Data Officer and co-founder of The Media Socialites - Eddie Maglaya is back to get nerdy with me. This is our first biz podcast together and we cover all the mistakes we see everyday happening among brands and businesses. On this episode we talk about: - What happens if you have a shitty website - The significance of tracking results can make or break a busin...

This conversation is a bag of chex mix - we are going to go left, right, up and down. I am so happy for you to finally meet my other twin son, Laurent. He's such a goofball and does not hold back. This episode is choppier than others, because you try to get an 8 year old to focus for an hour and see what happens. This one is guaranteed to make you crack up. If you like the episode, share it with s...

We talk about the L-word... luxury. We cover how to build a brand that feels expensive—without saying the word luxury. Buckle up, because this one is jam packed. We cover: - Define some key brands that have refined their luxury brands - Demystifying some myths around luxury  - Identifying pillars of luxury brands and how you can apply them to me  - How to avoid mistakes that cheapen a brand on soc...

I had the tremendous pleasure of sitting down with three very respected wedding industry professionals to discuss some hot topics that are constantly being discussed offline or - of course - on reddit and tiktok. I wanted to bring together three completely different perspectives - from venues to catering to planning - and have a candid - no-holds-bar discussion and I am so excited for you to hear...

To ask how many of you have experienced burnout over the past few years feels superfluous. For many years, I was doing all of the following 12-14 hours a day: Sales  Producing shoots 8-10 hours a day  Moodboard and storyboarding  Capture content at events  Writing and sharing posts Running business and ops  Proposal writing  Photoshoot for myself  Training  Managing team  Managing my social  Spot...

Hi - I am Persephone and I am a recovering people pleaser. I had no idea that this was something I had become. Here's what we cover: - How the hell did I get to this place? - How do you quantify people pleasing in a business? - What does it mean and what does it not mean too? - What's the difference between intentional bending vs. being overrun? - What are the negative implications to your...

The illusive wedding industry lists... This has become one of the most discussed topics among wedding industry professionals and we really need to take an honest look at what is actually going on here. We discuss the lists from ALL sides: the wedding industry, the editors and the couples as well. This episode is filled with truths on the level of importance of these lists to your bottom line or is...

PSA - if you are easily offended, skip this one. He's back! My bestie Richard is back and we are giggling over random gripes that we have. This is a light and hilarious episode that covers off on random things that piss us off. We never discussed this beforehand, so enjoy .

In case you missed it, this is a recap of The Media Socialites present webinar series. This is a very high-level insight into AI, how to lean and maximize it, how to use it to your advantage. You will learn about the following and how to apply it to your business: - Generative AI - How to personalize your content, so it converts - How to structure your digital media strategy like a media company -...

Let's pretend I'm looking at the right camera, sounds good? I figured we would take a look into what I'm currently working on in therapy, which is analyzing why I seem to be so off in female relationships. I cover off on: - 3 massive friend breakups from last year and how it impacted me - Analyzing how I behave in female friendships - A reflection on why I have put myself in positions...

Is the wedding industry in its villain era? We go there. Joining me today is   Reagan, Founder and Creative Director of  Reagan Events  and host of the Wine and Dine Me Podcast. With over a decade of experience producing luxury events across the U.S. and internationally, she’s known for creating celebrations that have the perfect edit and standing firm in the belief that “no vision is too bold, no...

I manifested this conversation! Miss Hayley Paige - bridal fashion designer, change-maker - the list goes on. We sit down to discuss a plot twist to her sparkly career when she found herself in the middle of a legal battle over her name. We cover so much on this episode from: - The journey to reclaim it - Her relationship with the industry - Dish about her own wedding - How she's looking to sh...

The good, the bad and the ghosted featuring my work husband , Richard Rivas 👻 If you are in sales, business development or relationship building. We talk about cringy moments by us, laughing through those awkward interactions, the fabulous relationships when things just click and everything in between. #digitalmarketingtips #entrepreneurpodcast #entrepreneurlife #saleslife #businessdevelopment #c...

IG vs Reality is a very real thing. Let me be clear - we had the most incredible trip to Portugal - the memories were made and transparently I want to go back like now. Having said that - every single day something weird would happen that made it feel like we were in a sitcom that we never signed up for. Eddie's back on to giggle all the way through it with me and share his version of our reality.

We are demystifying talking about money and more specifically - we are talking about how to create a positive relationship with money. We talk about: - Understanding what your relationship is and where does your mindset come from - Establishing your goals that are both micro and macro by utilizing chatgpt - Manifesting and holding yourself accountable - How to make more money on the side - Why hir...

My first Q&A - I answered all your questions from my IG stories below including: - Would I sell my company? - How do we generate leads? - How do Eddie and I ensure that we don't bring work into our relationship? - What's my skincare regiment ? - Who are my dream guests short-term and long-term ? And so much more.. Do we like these episodes? Tell me your thoughts below!

We need to have the conversation. This is a safe space and not a fear mongering episode, but looking to fully make sense of Gen Z, why are they not getting married? What is the apprehension ? Most importantly, I share what you can do. On this episode we discuss: - The wedding industry decline yoy - Dispelling some BS narratives - The rise of the female influencer and female business-owner - The in...

Raise your hand if you feel like all-of-a-sudden you can feel the generational gap between you and your parents, particularly with your communication or overcoming conflict *raises hand high*. I am so excited to welcome my guest - Chris Efessiou - aka my Dad and the man who raised me solo. This episode is not what you'd expect at all. We cover: - His coming to America story - How therapy shape...

This one is for business owners, senior leadership and executives - this is a professional playbook on step-by-step to get yourself out of a marketing rut, are you ready? This episode is a blueprint for action to results - and as always - unfiltered. Are you feeling stuck? Let's discuss it more in the comments and let me help you. This episode is sponsored by my natural curls that got a test r...

Finally - the one, the only, Julian Leaver of Julian Leaver Events . Julian Leaver is the creative force behind some of the world’s most captivating wedding celebrations. With nearly three decades of luxury hospitality and event planning experience, Julian is celebrated for his bespoke designs and intuitive, guest-focused approach orchestrating events globally. We cover everything from: - His uniq...

I found Jordan Bosstick Becerra - The Founder of Influencer SEO years ago when she was on her brother and sister-in-law's podcast - The Skinny Confidential - 'Him& Her Show' Podcast hosted by Michael + Lauryn Bosstick. We have stayed connected for years through launching our businesses, growing our families and working with our spouses. On this episode, we cover so much ground: - W...