The Leap Lifestyle Podcast

This week on The Leap Lifestyle Podcast , I'm thrilled to welcome Shannon Tarrant, co-found of Wedding Venue Map and Venue Help Desk ! With more than 20 years experience helping couples source venues, Shannon shares why choosing your wedding venue is one of the biggest (and earliest) decisions in the wedding planning process, and it sets the tone for everything that follows. In this episode,...

In this episode of The Leap Lifestyle Podcast, we dive into the magical space where timeless traditions meet modern wedding design trends. Join us as we explore how visionary designer Margarita Oudalova of Oudalova Events and Design brings a couple’s dream day to life—from the first spark of inspiration to the final reveal. We’re pulling back the curtain on the creative process : how designers hel...

In this week's episode of The Leap Lifestyle Podcast, I was thrilled to welcome my friend and incredible wedding photographer John Schnack of John Schnack Photography .  In this episode, we dive into the powerful idea that a wedding day is more than just a celebration—it's the beginning of a lasting legacy. We explore how wedding photography captures not only beautiful moments but is als...

This week on The Leap Lifestyle Podcast, I was thrilled to welcome my friend, wedding planner, and fellow WIPA National Board Director Loni Peterson, founder and owner of LP Creative Events in Colorado.  Weddings on top of a mountain are a breathtaking and unforgettable experience for couples and their guests. But as you can imagine, they come with a unique set of details and logistics that set th...

This week on The Leap Lifestyle Podcast, I chatted with CEO and Co-Founder of Los Angeles-based Vows & Speeches, Brian Franklin on crafting memorable vows and epic speeches for your wedding day. If you're getting married and want to recite personal vows to your future spouse, or if you're giving any kind of toast or speech at a wedding, this episode is for you!  In this episode, we e...

This week on The Leap Lifestyle Podcast, I had the opportunity to chat with Carissa Woo of the Get a Heck Yes Podcast!, wedding photographer, and author of Woo them to Heck Yes book for photographers. This lady is incredible and has a wealth of knowledge to share with our listeners. This week we're chatting about what to expect from an engagement session, and how the relationship forged throu...

This week on The Leap, I'm chatting with DJ and Lighting Designer Brian Smith of MixLux (formerly Eventsmith). Brian and I met a couple of years ago when we were both part of a Mastermind, and his unique approach to creating a memorable and elevated wedding experience through music and lighting really struck a chord with me. In this episode, Brian and I discuss how to amplify your wedding exp...

This week on The Leap Lifestyle Podcast , I'm thrilled to welcome my friend Emma Seitz, owner and lead floral designer of Leta Verbena Floral Design , based in Los Angeles. Emma began her career as an attorney (!!), but transitioned into the hospitality industry as a wedding planner and florist, ultimately pivoting to solely focus on floral design. In this episode, Emma and I discuss floral d...

Hello friends! I've got a special episode of the pod this week welcoming my good friend and fellow wedding planner Holly Gray from Anything But Gray Events . This week, Holly and I get real about wedding budgets, why we sometimes (kindly) say no, respecting your wedding vendor boundaries, and so much more! While this episode may sound spicy at times, our approach is filled with respect for th...

This week on the Leap Lifestyle Podcast, I'm so thrilled to welcome Felicia Kashevaroff, Founder of Tend Task , and ICF-certified relationship equity coach.  We dig deep to identify how old-school gender based roles in wedding planning (and life) can impact your relationship before you even walk down the aisle.  I Do Differently Program This week we are so pleased to offer 25% off of Felicia&...

This week on the Leap Podcast, I had the distinct pleasure of chatting with Michelle Lane, owner and lead designer for Something's Blooming, an LA -based floral design studio that is LGBTQIA+ owned and operated. Aside from being an amazing floral designer (listen to the part about wearables - it's genius!), Michelle has had an incredibly diverse career, from musical theater to executive...

We've all heard that our wedding day will be the best day of our lives, and it is, but the road to your wedding day is filled with many decisions, many compromises, and possibly, a bit of stress. This week on The Leap Podcast, I had the good fortune to sit down with Marriage and Family Therapist Ashley Prechtl and talk about tools to help couples navigate the stressors that may surround your...

This week on the Leap Podcast with Deanna Nash, I had the great pleasure of speaking with celebrity wedding officiant Clint Hufft. Clint and I have worked together on dozens of weddings, and I can truthfully say he is a true pleasure to work with! On this week's episode, Clint takes me behind the scenes on his process, how he helps couples script their wedding ceremonies to be a true reflecti...

This week on The Leap Lifestyle Podcast , I had the great pleasure of speaking with Sandy Shannon, owner and creative mastermind behind Roseville Designs , a custom full-service wedding stationery company that serves the East Coast, the West Coast, and everywhere in between! Sandy and I break down paper must-haves, as well as discuss nice-to-haves too. Everyone knows they'll need a wedding in...

This week on the Leap Podcast, I'm thrilled to chat with floral designer extraordinaire Tabitha Abercrombie (she/her) from Winston & Main . This episode is loaded with information about how to approach floral design for your wedding,  including: how soon you should reach out to florists How to best allocated your floral design budget  budgeting best practices including being intentional w...

This week on The Leap Lifestyle Podcast, I'm chatting with Julie Harris from Julie Harris Designs about all things bridal veil, accessories and capes! Julie brings a love of fabrics, trimmings, and all things gorgeous to her design of classic, romantic and dramatic bridal veils, capes and hair accessories. With more than twenty years designing custom veils and a deep-seeded belief that veils...

On today's episode of The Leap Podcast , I'm thrilled to have luxury destination wedding photography Chris J. Evans on the show. Chris' work is simply incredible. He began as a fashion photographer in Southern California, and when a move to Maui presented an opportunity to photograph a wedding, Chris discovered a world where fashion, nature and weddings collide. On today's epis...

This week on The Leap Lifestyle Podcast, I'm thrilled to welcome Wedding Planner and Designer Robin Baab Olascoaga from Los Angeles based RMBO Collective to the show. I have long admired Robin and her beautiful, unique wedding designs, and today she's sharing with us how to approach your wedding design. Some of the highlights of our conversation include: --Be original in with your weddin...

This week on The Leap Lifestyle Podcast , we're chatting with Leah Weinberg. Leah is the Owner and Creative Director of New York City-based wedding planning firm Color Pop Events and the Author of The Wedding Roller Coaster: Keeping Your Relationships Intact Through the Ups and Downs. One of the most common stressors of the wedding planning process is dealing with family issues. Whether those...

Wedding Day Photography - the most tangible takeaway from your wedding day are the photographs that capture the magic and memories as they happen. But did you know that pre-planning with your photographer can lead to both incredible images AND peace of mind? In this week's episode of The Leap Lifestyle Podcast , we're chatting with Elizabeth from Elizabeth Victoria Photography, and she&a...

This week on The Leap Lifestyle Podcast , we're thrilled to sit down with Samantha Kin, owner and lead wedding planner of Los Angeles based To Be Loved Events. Samantha is a pro at fostering amazing relationships with clients and vendors alike, and in this episode we chatted about selecting the perfect vendors for your wedding. On the surface, planning a wedding may look something like:  hire...

This week on The Leap Lifestyle Podcast, we're thrilled to have Danielle Pasternak, owner and wedding planner at DPNAK Events, and co-host of the Put a Ring On It    wedding podcast. In this episode, Danielle shares with us why having a wedding is a luxury, and why it is so important to hire professionals to protect your investment in your wedding. By re-framing your wedding and approaching i...

This week on the Leap Lifestyle Podcast, I'm chatting with DJ/MC Matt Gudis from Who's That DJ about the important role music plays at your wedding. Have you ever questioned whether you need music at your wedding? Well Matt and I are both here to tell you that you one thousand percent need music! Music is the heartbeat of every celebration, especially for weddings! In this episode, Matt...

This week on the Leap Lifestyle Podcast, we're chatting with Trista Hidalgo of Trista Maja Photography and  Dynamic Elopements . In this episode, Trista and navigate the fine points of how a photographer plans adventure and elopement wedding shoots. If you're thinking this type of wedding is for you, you'll want to hear how Trista is a great resource for adventuring, and includes to...

This week on The Leap Lifestyle Podcast, we're chatting with wedding planner Renee Sabo of Boston-based  Urban Soiree and the host of The Confetti Hour Podcast . Renee provides full service planning for couples on the East Coast and beyond, and this week we're discussing the importance of determining a wedding budget that is right for you and the style of wedding you want to have. In thi...