Stunning and Brilliant Events

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 ride and some free advice, and enjoy stories that truly take the cake! New episodes every Thursday! Follow us on instagram @thistakesthecakepodcast

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Stunning and Brilliant Events

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Society

Latest episode

Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

Client to Bestie 16.11.2023

One of of favorite clients on the pod! We are so excited to have Michael, a past groom on the podcast with his planner Caroline. They dive into the planning process while being states away, and what makes a good planner and client fit! Caroline Green & Michael Follow us on all the things! ⁠https://www.stunningandbrilliantevents.com/⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/stunningandbrilliantevents/⁠ ⁠htt...

What Happens in Vegas 06.11.2023

Hey hey from Vegas! This episode we're giving you a peek into our time at the Wedding MBA. Sara is speaking and we here to work hard and play hard! Alyssa Etheredge & Hannah Kelly Follow us on all the things! ⁠https://www.stunningandbrilliantevents.com/⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/stunningandbrilliantevents/⁠ ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@sandbevents⁠ ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@stunningandbrilli...

The Social Impact 02.11.2023

We love our clients, but lines get blurry when you want to be besties on social media. We also spill the tea on why you'll want some social media coverage at your wedding and what's worth it the world of constant ideas on social media! Dallas Vickers & Payton Elmore Follow us on all the things! ⁠https://www.stunningandbrilliantevents.com/⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/stunningandbrillian...

Groomzillas & Monster In Laws 26.10.2023

Maybe the scariest of all, GROOMZILLA & PARENTS. Surprisingly they're some of the worst on wedding day! We're sharing all of our spooky wedding stories! Jacque Basile & Alyssa Etheredge Follow us on all the things! ⁠https://www.stunningandbrilliantevents.com/⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/stunningandbrilliantevents/⁠ ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@sandbevents⁠ ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@stu...

Believe It or Not - S&B Edition 19.10.2023

We're playing games this episode. Sharing some stories that take the cake, and maybe some that aren't true... a fun little episode rounding up some wild wedding tories! Sara McCall (Myrtle Beach, SC) & Sarah Turpin (Hilton Head Island & Savannah, GA) Follow us on all the things! ⁠https://www.stunningandbrilliantevents.com/⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/stunningandbrilliantevents/⁠ ⁠h...

Behind the Bustle 12.10.2023

We're sharing more behind the scenes of wedding planning - it isn't all fun and games! Get some insight in the physical demands, sacrifices, and the endless amount of tips and tricks we've learned along the way! Sara McCall & Jacque Basile Follow us on all the things! ⁠https://www.stunningandbrilliantevents.com/⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/stunningandbrilliantevents/⁠ ⁠https://www....

Til Death Do Us Part (Literally) 05.10.2023

During your ceremony, sometimes unplanned things happen outside of your control... like a boat driving by blaring Baby Got Back . This is why your officiant is so important! Dallas Vickers & Eric Hunt Follow us on all the things! ⁠https://www.stunningandbrilliantevents.com/⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/stunningandbrilliantevents/⁠ ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@sandbevents⁠ ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@...

Magazine Worthy Weddings 28.09.2023

Wondering how to get published in a bridal magazine? We got the inside scoop from Southern Bride's Sherra Meyers! She shared with our very own Sarah Turpin, located in Savannah and Hilton Head, some secret projects in the works for the well known a renowned Southern Bride! Follow us on all the things! ⁠https://www.stunningandbrilliantevents.com/⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/stunningandbrilliant...

The Wedding Weekend from Hell 21.09.2023

The worst wedding in all of our CEOs 13 years of experience. You don't want to miss this one! Sara McCall & Shelli Thomas Follow us on all the things! ⁠https://www.stunningandbrilliantevents.com/⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/stunningandbrilliantevents/⁠ ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@sandbevents⁠ ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@stunningandbrilliantevents

It's giving... red flag 14.09.2023

There's just times when we know a bride or groom is going to be trouble. With many years under our belt, here's some red flags to look out for when accepting clients. Bonus story: Maid of Honor brought a gun! Sara McCall & Karen Long Follow us on all the things! ⁠https://www.stunningandbrilliantevents.com/⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/stunningandbrilliantevents/⁠ ⁠https://www.tiktok.com...

Coyotes, Planners & Brides, Oh My! 07.09.2023

What's the difference between a wedding coordinator and a venue coordinator? We're here to tell you! Caroline and her bestie Anna sit down and share venue stories that take the cake! Caroline Green & Anna Lovell (Brookgreen Gardens) Follow us on all the things! ⁠https://www.stunningandbrilliantevents.com/⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/stunningandbrilliantevents/⁠ ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/...

Clients Tell ALL 31.08.2023

Sometimes clients get a little too comfortable with us... CLIENTS TELL ALL. This week we are reading some of our clients questionnaires where we learn more than we'd like to know. Dallas Vickers & Caroline Green Follow us on all the things! ⁠https://www.stunningandbrilliantevents.com/⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/stunningandbrilliantevents/⁠ ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@sandbevents⁠ ⁠https://ww...

Rent Your Vision! 24.08.2023

All you need to know about renting items for your wedding, and why a planner can help you along the way! It's more complicated than you think! Sara McCall + Jen Skochin Follow us on all the things! ⁠https://www.stunningandbrilliantevents.com/⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/stunningandbrilliantevents/⁠ ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@sandbevents⁠ ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@stunningandbrilliantevents

DJ Got Us Falling in Love 17.08.2023

This week we're talking with one of our besties in the wedding industry, Ryan from Global Truth Entertainment! Ryan and Sara share how they met, crazy wedding stories, DJ tips, and info on the 2024 Grand Strand Bridal Expo! Sara McCall and Ryan Robinson Follow us on all the things! https://www.stunningandbrilliantevents.com/ https://www.instagram.com/stunningandbrilliantevents/ https://www.tik...

Weather & Destination Weddings 10.08.2023

We're no stranger to rainy weddings, but hurricanes take it to a whole new level! This week Sarah from Savannah and Jacque from Palm Beach are telling us all about coastal and destination weddings. And the troubles that come with them! Jacque Basile and Sarah Turpin Follow us on all the things! ⁠https://www.stunningandbrilliantevents.com/⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/stunningandbrilliantevents/...

Planner Becomes the Bride 03.08.2023

What's it like when you're the wedding planner AND the bride?! This week Hannah and Alyssa share their experience planning their own wedding as full time wedding planners in Atlanta and Charleston. Alyssa Etheredge & Hannah Kelly Follow us on all the things! ⁠https://www.stunningandbrilliantevents.com/⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/stunningandbrilliantevents/⁠ ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@sa...

What's In and Putting Fires Out 27.07.2023

It's time to go through that Pinterest board you made in 2013... here's whats in and whats out for weddings 2023. We've got the inside scoop on the newest wedding day trends and we are spilling ALL. This weeks hosts: Sara McCall and Allison Deaton Follow along with our day to day! Website: https://www.stunningandbrilliantevents.com/ Instagram: @stunningandbrilliantevents TikTok: @sandb...

Wedding Planner Icks 20.07.2023

We didn't hold back, here's some of our pet peeves as event planners! Things we just can't stand from decor to timelines. It's everything your planner wants you to know but won't say. Well, until now! Wedding planner ICKS.

Nice to meet you! 22.06.2023

We are Stunning and Brilliant Events! We are a LUXURY & EXPERIENCED full-service wedding and event planning company formed in 2010. S & B Events staff has planned over 1000+ wedding  & events. We NOW have ELEVEN Locations Myrtle Beach, SC + Charlotte, NC + Charleston, SC + Palm Beach, FL + Chicago, IL Savannah, GA + Hilton Head Island + Dallas, TX + Finger Lakes, NY + Atlanta, GA + Na...

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