Episodes

  • The Truth About Shopping for a Plus-Size Wedding Dress
    Sep 9 2025

    Welcome back to The Pre Nup, the wedding-obsessed podcast designed to help you plan your dream day—and prepare for everything that comes after! I’m your host, Adriana, and each week I sit down with top pros, influencers, and real couples who are keeping it honest about love, marriage, and everything in between.

    This week, I’m joined by creator, style icon, and newly engaged bride-to-be Abby Bible for a refreshingly real convo about the big questions couples should be asking before marriage. From navigating tricky family dynamics to making sure you and your partner actually want the same kind of wedding (and life), Abby shares what’s been hardest, funniest, and most surprising about her own journey.

    Whether you’re six months into dating or six years into an engagement, this episode will make you pause, laugh, and rethink what really matters before you walk down the aisle.

    Episode Highlights: • Why some “hard” conversations are actually relationship gold • The one topic Abby says every couple needs to align on early • Real talk: is there such a thing as a perfect engagement length? • How to keep wedding planning from taking over your entire life • A reminder that the best wedding decisions are the most honest ones

    This episode is brought to you by JTV — your one-stop shop for happily ever after. Visit https://www.jtv.com/wedding and get 20% off with code WED20.

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    49 mins
  • How to Keep Your Wedding Bouquet Forever (Yes, Really!)
    Aug 26 2025

    Welcome back to The Pre Nup, the wedding-obsessed podcast designed to help you plan your dream day—and get the most out of it long after “I do”! I’m your host, Adriana, and each week I sit down with top pros, influencers, and real couples who keep it honest about love, marriage, and everything in between.

    This week, I’m joined by Carly and Hope, founders of Olive Branch Studios and two of the best floral preservation artists in the country. We’re talking all things wedding flowers: how to save them, turn them into art, and make your investment last for generations.

    From bouquets that arrive three weeks late (and still get saved!) to creating gallery walls out of centerpieces, this conversation will change the way you think about your florals.

    Episode Highlights: - What flower preservation really is—and why it matters - How to keep flowers alive until they’re shipped - When to book preservation (and why it’s never too late) - Why preservation is the new “something to pass down” - DIY-ing your wedding flowers... is it worth it?

    This episode is brought to you by @olivebranchstudioss — preserve your wedding bouquet and get 10% off with code PRENUPPOD10 at theolivebranchstudios.com or at link in bio.

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    39 mins
  • Planning a Wedding? This AI Tool Understands the Assignment
    Aug 19 2025

    Welcome back to The Pre Nup—the wedding-obsessed podcast that helps you plan your dream day (and maybe even a free honeymoon).

    I’m your host, Adriana, and this week, we’re unveiling a brand-new wedding planning tool that’s about to revolutionize the entire experience. Meet Pearl Planner, a free, AI-powered planning dashboard from David’s Bridal that’s smarter, faster, and more personalized than anything you’ve seen. And yes—it’s 100% free. I’m joined by Rachel Silver (founder of Love Stories TV and GM of Media at David’s Bridal) to talk about what makes Pearl Planner the tool every couple needs.

    We get into how Pearl Planner replaces the old-school checklist (not the IRL wedding planner) with a custom, intelligent dashboard built around your style, your date, your location, and your vibe.

    We also talk about what planners don’t cover, the surprising stress of planning a bachelorette party, and how Pearl works with your wedding team—not against it.

    Episode Highlights: • What “Aisle to Algorithm” really means • Why traditional wedding checklists just don’t cut it anymore • What Pearl AI can do (and how it’s different from your usual chatbot) • How it tailors everything—from your tasks to your wedding website • Why David’s is changing the wedding planning game—for everyone • And yes: how to plan smarter and earn rewards while you do it

    Planning a wedding—or just curious what the future of wedding tech looks like? This is a must-listen.

    Let us know what part of planning has you the most stressed—and what you wish an app could just do for you. We’re taking notes. This episode is brought to you by Pearl Planner: wedding planning powered by AI, fueled by love. Be one of the first to get started at https://pearl.davidsbridal.com

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    45 mins
  • Is This the Secret to a Long-Lasting Marriage?
    Aug 12 2025

    Welcome back to The Pre Nup, the wedding-obsessed podcast designed to help you plan your dream day!

    I’m your host, Adriana, and each week, I’m joined by the industry’s top professionals, celebs, influencers, and friends who are sharing their best tips, advice, and the mistakes they’ve made so you don’t have to.

    This week, I’m talking with sexologist Natassia Miller about how to keep your sex life evolving as your relationship does. We’re covering how sexual communication strengthens emotional connection, why curiosity is essential in long-term love, and what to do if you’ve fallen into a sexual rut.

    Whether you’re newly engaged or a few years into marriage, this episode is full of real talk about communication, and how to build intimacy that actually lasts.

    Episode Highlights: • Why “forever” doesn’t have to mean boring • How to talk about sex without shame • Rewriting your sex script as a couple • Communication tips that build trust and connection • What Natassia says every couple should do before the wedding

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    56 mins
  • Wedding Dress Shopping? Don’t Go Until You Hear This
    Jul 29 2025

    Welcome back to The Pre Nup, the wedding-obsessed podcast designed to help you plan your dream day—and prepare for whatever comes after!

    I’m your host, Adriana, and each week I sit down with top pros, influencers, and real couples who are keeping it honest about love, marriage, and everything in between.

    This week, I’m joined by Christina Kastinguy—the creator behind Luxe Bride Guide and a longtime bridal stylist for Pnina Tornai.

    From helping thousands of brides find their dream gown to planning her own upcoming wedding, Christina is sharing everything she’s learned on both sides of the fitting room.

    We’re talking about dress shopping myths, custom design realities, and why timeless doesn’t always mean what you think it does.

    Episode Highlights: • When to actually start shopping • Why her dream dress wasn’t what she expected • The truth about “timeless” vs. trendy • The most important accessory - it's not what you think! • The biggest mistake brides make when picking a gown

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    1 hr
  • Her Entire Wedding Party is Kids?! Let’s Talk About the Kids-at-Weddings Debate
    Jul 15 2025

    Welcome back to The Pre Nup, the wedding-obsessed podcast designed to help you plan your dream day! I’m your host, Adriana, and each week, I’m joined by the industry’s top professionals, celebs, influencers, and friends who are sharing their best tips, advice, and the mistakes they’ve made so you don’t have to.

    This week, I’m joined by the endlessly hilarious and refreshingly real Chinae Alexander to talk all things Lisbon wedding planning, navigating Catholic traditions when you’re not religious, and embracing motherhood prep before the big day.

    Whether you’re a chill bride or a Type A Virgo, this convo will make you laugh, cry, and rethink everything you thought a wedding “should” be.

    Episode Highlights: •Wedding planning on a tight timeline • Why her wedding party is 100% kids (yes, really) • Ghosts, murder mysteries, and making your wedding unforgettable • Her wildest bridesmaid and bachelorette party story (you’ll never guess) • Talking fertility, pregnancy hopes, and breaking taboos

    This episode is brought to you by Pearl Planner: wedding planning powered by AI, fueled by love. Be one of the first to get started with our exclusive beta at pearl.davidsbridal.com!

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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • Don’t Choose Your Wedding Glam Team Until You Hear This: Advice from A-List Experts
    Jul 1 2025

    Welcome back to The Pre Nup, the wedding-obsessed podcast designed to help you plan your dream day—and prepare for whatever comes after! I’m your host, Adriana, and each week I sit down with top pros, influencers, and real couples who are keeping it honest about love, marriage, and everything in between.

    This week, I’m joined by the ultimate beauty dream team: Alexandria Galeo and Sarah Ladka of Bridal by Alexandria. Alexandria shares how she went from doing makeup out of her closet to working with A-list clients like Lady Gaga, while Sarah—her former bride turned business partner—breaks down the behind-the-scenes systems that make their client experience second to none.

    We’re diving into what separates a good beauty vendor from a great one, the evolution of bridal glam, and why clear communication is just as essential as flawless foundation.

    Episode Highlights: • From basement beauty to A-list glam • Why great client communication is non-negotiable •The real reason trials happen after you book • Skin prep secrets (red light therapy fans, this one's for you) • How bridal coaching is changing the game for wedding wellness

    This episode is brought to you by Pearl Planner: wedding planning powered by AI, fueled by love. Be one of the first to get started with our exclusive beta at pearl.davidsbridal.com!

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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • Half-Baked Harvest's Tieghan Gerard’s Wedding Registry Must-Haves for the Kitchen
    Jun 17 2025

    This week, I’m joined by Half Baked Harvest creator Tieghan Gerard—beloved for her cozy recipes, viral cocktails, and all-around lifestyle inspo. But today, we’re digging into more than just what’s for dinner. Tieghan opens up about the role food plays in our relationships, how cooking can be a form of connection, and why you might want to rethink that five-tier wedding cake.

    Episode Highlights: • How to get over the fear of cooking (and actually enjoy it) • Making meals with your partner more meaningful • Must-have kitchen items to add to your registry • Memorable gifting moments beyond the couple • Her hot take on skipping the wedding cake • One piece of advice every couple needs to hear

    This one’s a warm, cozy conversation full of real talk, great tips, and food for thought—pun totally intended.

    This episode is brought to you by David's Bridal. The Edit by DB Studio was designed with your packed social calendar in mind. Find the trends you’re looking for in this wildly affordable collection of wedding, bridesmaid, and occasion dresses—starting as low as $49.95.

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    49 mins