The Cookie Table | A Wedding and Relationship Podcast

Expensive recording studios, a failing business concept, and being way too busy all added up to a hiatus but we are BACK, and recording in now exclusively in my venue Joyful Commons. This episode I walk through how weird 2026 has been so far, and discuss the major epiphany I had where I realized I finally had to let go of the business concept I worked so hard to get going. I am also so proud to be...

This is our first bakery on The Cookie Table which made things extra exciting, because Pastries A-La-Carte themselves provided the cookies and a wine pairing for this episode. Maddy, who runs the bakery's cookie room, discusses how Pastries A-La-Carte has become the go-to bakery for the Pittsburgh Penguins, how cakes have always been more décor than dessert, the vintage cake trend, and how bak...

This episode of The Cookie Table was recorded live at the 2026 Pittsburgh DJ Summit, and it’s one of those conversations that reminds me why these rooms matter. I was very honored to be asked to not only podcast from this space, but to be a panelist for the second time on the Pro Panel. I sat down with three incredible voices ( @mayalovro , @wildnativephoto , & @burghbrides, from different cor...

The last few months have been full — in all the ways. Big ideas, big responsibilities, big growth… and, if I’m being honest, a little burnout too. In this solo episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on what the end of 2025 really looked like for me: the pace, the pressure, the lessons, and the moments that forced me to pause and ask, “Is this sustainable?” I’m sharing how I’m setting clearer bounda...

Cassie Horrell ( @weddingprocass ) is the Director of Events at Pittsburgh's Heinz History Center, as well as the owner of Clink '92 Mobile Bar ! Cassie began her career in Florida around luxury events, and her current team sees an average of 200 events per year at her venue, so we can confidently say Cassie is a wedding expert. It was refreshing to have a venue director on the pod to be a...

Welcome Rebecca Harold of Margaret James Photography & Video, and Rewind the Moment to the podcast! This week is all about living in nostalgia and how Rebecca and I align so heavily on family - which makes her new business the perfect bridge to my new business, too. Outside of the camcorder trend, I pick Rebecca's brain about if wedding planners make her life easier or not as a photographe...

I am so grateful to have my right hand girlie, Desireé, join me around The Cookie Table. This is her third season with Joyful Events by Jade, and her growth has been exponential. Listen to this week's episode to get to know why I adore this woman so much and to see what's next for her within the Joyful Family. @desiree_joyfulevents Join The Cookie Table Family on Instagram @ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠th...

As we near the end of one of our busiest months with Joyful Events by Jade, I am ending June with another Baking Break to discuss how even after being a business owner of almost 7 years, I still feel like the people closest to me don't fully get it. Are you a first generation business owner in your family? Then you may be feeling the same. Join The Cookie Table Family on Instagram @ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

It's time to finally pull back the curtain to my newest endeavor. No this is not the end of Joyful Events by Jade, but the start of something entirely new to Pittsburgh that my heart speaks strongly to. Where did the inspiration come from? Take a listen, and if you're a fellow parent-entrepreneur, know that you are not alone. Join The Cookie Table Family on Instagram @ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thecookietablepod...

Just like in any industry, your eyes begin to open a little wider as the years go on and the deeper in you get. Sometimes it just takes one big circumstance to happen to you for your eyes to widen even more. For me, it was a failed vendor event. This episode I tell the story of what exactly happened, and despite the frustrations and disappointment, why I feel it actually all happened for a reason....

I popped the Prosecco with Heather Davis of Heather Davis Inc . and CEO of Day Of Pittsburgh on this week's episode, and I am honored to be the platform she chose to walk us through her story. From her days as a nomad, to settling in Pittsburgh, non-profit life, launching a wedding planning company solely based on day-of coordination, her first attempt at her coaching business with her "p...

I am beyond grateful to have my wonderful husband, Jason, join me on this week's episode of The Cookie Table. This cutie patootie even baked his own cookies! Over a crisp Spoonwood Brewing Cold City Drip Coffee Blonde Ale, we dove deep into what life is like juggling a toddler, our separate businesses, aspirations, and time for each other. My most vulnerable episode yet - I'm just thankful you're...

Fresh off a stellar rebrand, I am honored to have my favorite sister duo & fellow planning colleagues, Wanderlust Weddings & Events , join me around The Cookie Table for some heavy planner talk! Ali & Sam have always resonated with me on a personal level because we have a lot of the same principals when it comes to this industry. So of course, we dive deep into: Growing a planning team...

Are you feeling stumped with bachelorette party planning? Pittsburgh hasn't had a one stop shop resource for bachelorette parties - until now. The Pittsburgh Bachelorette , created by Brittany Pavlik (also the owner of Candid Content Co) is launching very very soon! With the high expense of weddings as they are, hometown bachelorettes are making a come back, and Brittany is your full service guide...

Dallas Michelucci, owner of Renuva Med Spa, joins me to talk all things skincare and injectables prior to your wedding day. If you've been considering a treatment but have been scared to try something new before one of the biggest days of your life, Dallas walks us through everything there is to know about having the perfect, natural glow for your wedding day. Dallas debunks the myth behind baby b...

Nothing better than cookies straight from an authentic Pittsburgh Cookie Table to start off this week's episode! On the cusp of a rebrand, Kaitlyn Caramela of Steel City Florals joins me to really dig into why wedding flowers cost so much. Even though we live in Pittsburgh, we still have weddings and events all year round, so how is this possible when we can't grow many flowers in cold wea...

To kick off this week's episode, we had a listener weigh in and response to a topic from Episode 16 - officiant's moving out of the way for the first kiss. Thank you ⁠Unity by Kristine⁠ for your message and insight! ⁠DJ Jess⁠ , Intuitive & Energetic Vibe Curator, joins The Cookie Table to talk about her uniqueness to thriving on client connection with witchy AF vibes. Jess read me a tarot card...

Rachel Rowland joins the podcast to shine a light on being your (polished) self in this industry as a wedding veteran. With 15 years of running her own photography business, I wanted her POV on a few industry hot topics such as shooting into light, and officiants moving out of the way for the first kiss. I also wanted to follow up with another photographer from my last guest episode on trying to g...

Our last episode of 2024! Ending it with a final Baking Break to discuss how to hit the reset button during the off-season. VENDORS: How do you plan to show up for your business during the off-season? COUPLES: Don't lose site of planning during the winter months. Join The Cookie Table Family on Instagram @ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thecookietablepodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and follow along with my business endeavors @j ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

I always find this topic so interesting because there's usually such a strong yes or no response towards it. As a mother AND a wedding vendor - let's put this one on the table. Nearlywed, guest, or wedding vendor this question is for you - kids at weddings - yay or nay? Thank you to all of my amazing guests this week who sent in messages or audio! Mara with M20 Media @kidseatpgh Mia with Clicksbur...

Taking this week after the election to not talk politics, but to share a very personal life story with you that the election results inspired me to share. I believe most people vote selfishly for one or two strong reasons. Spread love & kindness and an open ear to everyone and their reasons or personal stories. This one is mine. TRIGGER WARNING: Miscarriage Thank you for joining me for another...

Michael Will joins The Cookie Table to discuss bridging the gap between photographers & planners and how we can work better together. We dive into: Collaborative Instagram Posts Working together on the day-of timeline Toasts during dinner Tagging vendors on Instagram Sharing photo galleries and we also discuss his specific photography style & how he doesn't want your wedding to feel like a...

Maria V's Bridal Boutique , located in Oakmont, PA, is a Mid-Curvy bridal boutique focused on personalizing your dress shopping experience.  Owner Maddie Vargo sits down with me to discuss all your pressing questions regarding wedding dress shopping:  - What's the difference between a boutique & a shop?  - How are dresses & designers chosen for your boutique?  - Advice to those looking for...

Half Light Events specializes in South Asian Weddings, and Anita is breaking into the Pittsburgh market with fresh, modern designs & innovative ideas. Anita joins The Cookie Table to educate us all on what it's like to plan a multi-day wedding celebration and most importantly, why someone planning multiple events needs to not only charge, but deserves, sooo much more. @halflightevents Join The...

The Founder & mastermind behind Burgh Brides , Victoria Deardorff, joins me on as we have a wonderful conversation surrounding the Pittsburgh Wedding scene, why vendors should spend their advertising dollars with Burgh Brides over The Knot, and she shares with us her daily challenges surrounding her medical journey. She also addresses a few concerns from her Burgh Brides Vendors. We also discu...