On Brand Mamas

Carry-ons only with an infant? Song and Angie dive into the high-stakes world of air travel, debating the fine line between overpacking for "what-ifs" and the minimalist "carry-on only" lifestyle. Is it worth the splurge to buy a toddler their own seat, or do you brave the lap-infant life to save? The besties once again prove that even on opposite sides of the packing spectrum, they can navigate t...

Minimalist or gear-hoarder? Song and Angie are diving into the "stuff" of motherhood. Are we overcomplicating things with too much tech, or is that health monitor the only thing keeping us sane? From navigating baby health scares to the guilt of consumerism, they’re stripping back the noise to figure out when to buy the gear and when to trust your gut.

Real talk on chaos & kids. Song King and Angie Santoso get honest about the wild ride of motherhood. From city vibes to suburban drives, they’re breaking down clashing parenting styles, cultural roots, and the creative spark that keeps them sane. It’s messy, it’s authentic, and it’s the community every mama needs. ~This is AI, because no mama has time to be writing these!~

In this episode, Rosemary DeAragon shares the details of her multiple weddings and the challenges she faced during the planning process. She describes her and Chris’s brand as a couple and the different personalities they bring to the relationship. Rosemary also discusses the dress choices for each wedding and the cultural traditions they incorporated. Their weddings were a reflection of their per...

She's a princess, she's Barbie, and now she's a Vogue bride! Tiwinkle and Gurkirat were married in September 2023 in a week of wedding festivities. There must be something to getting married on an auspicious date because it's not hyperbole when we describe her ceremony as magical. Wow-moment after wow-moment, the details of this wedding had guests' jaws on the floor. We discuss the work that went...

How do you plan an elaborate Indian wedding on a budget? Well, first tip - EVERYTHING is negotiable! Sahana joins me this episode to chat about her and Jorgen’s June 2023 wedding in Santa Barbara, CA. They may have had to compromise on some traditions to stay in budget yet still managed to have both an Indian and a Western ceremony. Listen to the episode to learn more.

From opinionated fathers to planning around King Charles' coronation, planning this upscale London wedding was no easy feat. Alex & Dom join me this episode to share stories from their May 2023 wedding at the Honorable Society of Lincoln's Inn. We chat about how your preferences and perspectives can change when getting married in your mid-thirties, why you should consider allowing your guests...

How do you plan wedding that makes a lasting impression on your wedding guests? Elizabeth and Jack were married at the Tivola Italian Villa in Fallbrook, CA in June 2023 in a Asian-American wedding that included both a traditional Chinese-Vietnamese tea ceremony and a modern American ceremony. Elizabeth planned and crafted nearly every detail so we discuss how a longer engagement made that process...

What could be more on brand for a spontaneous couple that marches to the beat of their own drums than a wedding guised as an engagement party? From the planning timeline to the big surprise, nobody could accuse Sarah & Connor Armstrong of being traditional. Sarah and I chat about why they planned a 120+ person surprise wedding, the pros and cons, and what logistics were involved. We also play a li...

What does it take to plan a wedding that feels like a festival? Hannah and Jimmy Kollar were married in May 2019 at Cuffey’s Cove Ranch in Elk, CA in a dreamy wedding that went straight to my Pinterest board. Hannah and I discuss where to start when your venue is a blank canvas, the logistics of setting up a glampground, and the importance of being intentional with which traditions you choose to h...

Iris & Preston join me this week to talk about their 2021 summer wedding in Corfu, Greece inspired by Iris's childhood dream wedding. They share what traditions define a Greek Orthodox wedding and why Preston chose to go through the conversion. Laugh along with me as these two, literally, bicker like an old married couple. Iris is @iridaa92 on IG and Preston can be found on IG @prestonrodman o...

Cleo joins me this week to talk about how she and Mike Yung planned their Pinterest-worthy multi-day wedding in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico that tied in both local traditions and details that were iconically them. We talk about how to limit your guest count, what they did instead of a first dance since they are not very "PDA", and how choosing a small town made the entire weekend feel like an in...

Which memories stick out after years have gone by and what are some tips to help remember every detail from your wedding? And what legendary moment has remained one of my favorite wedding memories to date? Marissa & Alex Gordon join me this week to reminisce about their April 2018 wedding in Pleasanton, CA. Alex can be found on IG @angryalex and Marissa can be found on IG @mlmino. And the much...

You can plan all you want, but there's always a chance things don't go according to plan. But that's okay - because you[r photographer] can fix it in editing! What were the details that were worth the energy and which didn't end up mattering? And why is it so important to choose the right vendors? Elise joins me on this week's episode to talk about her and Gareth's California-inspired wedding in O...

From pre-wedding ring mishaps to involving various police forces, this couple proved how important it is to have supportive friends and a kick-ass planner at their wedding. Reminiscent of the Camelot era of Washington, Claire and Daniel were married at the Cosmos Club in October 2022. Claire can be found on instagram @claitonn. Daniel can be found on both Twitter @DanielStrauss4 and Instagram @dan...

From choosing a venue that wouldn't need decor to trusting your vendors' professional opinions to letting your MOH choose the bridal party colors, we're normalizing NOT letting your life be consumed by wedding planning. Ann joins me this week to chat about her and Scott's lakeside wedding in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho which was all the fun without all the work. Ann can be found on instagram @annstev

Why is pizza actually the perfect wedding meal? Is it time we rebrand wedding speeches as wedding toasts? Did you know wedding dress designers have sample sales? Kallie Seniff joins me this week to share the good, the bad, and the smelly about her and Sean’s DC wedding in October 2022. It may sound cheesy, but we think this episode is topping the charts. Kallie can be found on instagram @queenofba...

What makes a dinner party a wedding? What should you consider when choosing a wedding date? What do you absolutely need to know if planning a wedding at high elevation? Possibly the most on brand bride to date, Kelly Bartlett joins me this week to talk about her and Brian’s winter wedding at Schweitzer mountain in Idaho. Kelly can be found on instagram @seabartlett

Planning a wedding shouldn't feel like a second job... unless it IS your job! What are the things a planner cares about when she's planning her own wedding? What did her experience not prepare her for once she was the bride? Kate Murphy joins me on this week's episode to talk all about how her and Jeff's 2020 wedding was covid-cancelled and the journey to plan a completely different wedding for 20...

They say everything that can go wrong, will go wrong. A wedding that had guests asking "Did you plan that?" and "Is anybody here a doctor?" Meghan recounts her and Nassim's NYE wedding in Atlanta, Georgia that had me laughing until I cried.

Why does the bride and groom get covered in yellow paste at the Haldi? How early does the wedding party start practicing Sangeet dances? What's the best way to communicate to guests if you plan to have lots of updates? How important is it to find the right videographer? Sonali and (our very first On Brand Groom) Kyle Swanson both join me on this week's episode to talk about their legendary Indian...

"Amazing, beautiful, dramatic, unexpected but regal and elegant, totally unique, show stopping..." - Lady Gaga? or Lady Deverel talking about her wedding? 🤭 Megan Deverel joins me to chat about her and Andrew's Lake Tahoe, CA wedding. What makes the perfect party favor? How can choosing a more expensive venue save you money? What’s even more important than the dress that you buy? How much should...

How do you choose the perfect date to get married? Is it worth it to DIY things for the wedding? Why are there so many wedding guest outfit taboos? Can you plan a wedding in 2 weeks? This week, Angie and I chat about the details of her and Eric's 2020 wedding that they hosted right in the middle of their Irvine, CA apartment's living room.

Should you send your vendor that 5001th email? Are live bands worth the hype? Do wedding guests even pay attention to the dress code on the invitation? This week, it gets a little chaotic as Katie and I catch up to talk about her and Cedric's wedding in St. Louis. You can find Katie on Instagram @katiemariehicks ps - apologies for the dip in audio quality mid-episode; we had technical difficulties...

Do musicals have a place in weddings? What was up with the bag of gold? In what cases can the internet a suitable substitute for a professional? What should you do if you want to guarantee your guests cry? Will we ever hear more about this giant cake sword? This week, Christine joins me to share details about her and Ata's Istanbul wedding.