Ring, ring! It’s 1-800-Bridesmaid. Author and pro bridesmaid Jen Glantz brings her hit newsletter to life in this judgment-free zone for all your burning real wedding, love, and friendship drama questions, plus expert advice to help sort it all out.

In this episode, Jen is joined by Janine Baggett, comedian, content creator, and nostalgic 90s internet icon (aka Retro Avocado), for a deep dive into family dynamics, advice-giving, and what really happens when you marry into a family that might not be rooting for you.

From people-pleasing and conflict avoidance to learning how to stand up for yourself without burning it all down, this episode blends heart, humor, and hard-won wisdom.

Episode Highlights: • Janine’s viral rise and the secret to making content go viral • How to handle conflict when you’re a people-pleaser who hates confrontation • What to do when your partner’s family crosses a line • Why every long-term couple needs to survive a “rough patch” to grow stronger

If you’ve ever been stuck between your partner and their family, or just needed a reminder that marriage is more marathon than fairy tale, this episode is a must-listen.

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Ring, ring! It’s 1-800-BRIDESMAID. Author and pro bridesmaid Jen Glantz brings her hit newsletter to life in this judgment-free zone for all your burning real wedding, love, and friendship drama questions—plus expert advice to help sort it all out.

In this episode, Jen is joined by fashion creator and New York City tour guide Nick Portillo for a wild ride through one of the hardest questions a parent can face: What do you do when your child is about to marry the wrong person?

From overbearing grooms to moms on the verge of losing their daughters, Jen and Nick unpack how to speak up (without pushing someone away), what it means to “let them make their own mistakes,” and how far you’d go to protect someone you love from heartbreak.

Episode Highlights: • When “protective” turns into “controlling” • How to talk to a friend (or daughter!) about their toxic partner • The secret power of planting subtle “truth bombs” instead of ultimatums • And yes... what the mom actually did

Ring, ring! It's 1-800-BRIDESMAID. Author and pro bridesmaid Jen Glantz brings her hit newsletter to life in this judgment-free zone for all your burning real wedding, love, and friendship drama questions—plus expert advice to help sort it all out.

What happens when "happily ever after" starts feeling more like "barely getting by"? In this episode, Jen sits down with former divorce lawyer and relationship coach Kara Francis to tackle one of the hardest questions in marriage: How do you know when it's worth fighting for versus when it's time to let go?

Episode Highlights:

- The difference between loving someone and being "in love" with them - Red flags that indicate a marriage may be beyond repair - Why fighting over the same issues repeatedly signals deeper problems - How to have difficult conversations without blame and defensiveness - The importance of maintaining your individual identity in marriage

🎧 Tune in now for expert guidance on navigating marriage's toughest moments. 🔔 Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell icon to stay updated on

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 keeping it real about love, marriage, and everything in between.

This week, I’m joined by Bachelor alum from Nick Viall’s season, Alexis Waters—and she does not hold back. From giving up booze and the diet she swears by before her wedding to planning a Vegas ceremony complete with Elvis, showgirls, and a magician, Alexis proves there’s no one right way to get married. Oh, and wait until you hear her bachelorette story that ended with a $7,000 bill.

Episode Highlights: - Why Alexis chose a small, intimate Vegas wedding with only 30 guests - The diet that got her glowing before the big day - When your bachelorette turns into the most expensive night of your life - If she was truly looking for love on reality TV - How she met the love of her life just weeks before Bachelor in Paradise

This one’s hilarious, raw, and full of wedding inspo for anyone planning outside the box.

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Ring, ring! It’s 1-800-Bridesmaid. Author and pro bridesmaid Jen Glantz brings her hit newsletter to life in this judgment-free zone for all your burning real wedding, love, and friendship drama questions—plus expert advice to help sort it all out.

In this episode, Jen is joined by therapist and anxiety expert Debbie Missud, founder of the Manhattan Psychotherapy Collective, to dig into what happens when being “the easy bridesmaid” starts quietly wrecking your mental health. Together, they unpack why weddings can trigger anxiety for the first time, how people-pleasing becomes self-abandonment, and how to set boundaries without losing your friendships.

Plus, they help a caller who’s hiding panic attacks behind her “perfect bridesmaid” performance—while secretly falling apart.

Episode Highlights: • Why wedding planning often activates old family dynamics and hidden trauma • How to spot the difference between stress and anxiety (and what to do about each) • People-pleasing as self-abandonment—and how to stop • Scripts for saying no (without feeling like a bad friend) • Why prioritizing yourself actually makes you a better bridesmaid and friend

If you’ve ever been the go-to reliable one at the expense of your own mental health, this one’s a must-listen.

Ring, ring! It’s 1-800-Bridesmaid. Author and pro bridesmaid Jen Glantz brings her hit newsletter to life in this judgment-free zone for all your burning real wedding, love, and friendship drama questions—plus expert advice to help sort it all out.

In this episode, Jen is joined by wedding planner and founder of The Privilege Is Mine, Lara Mahler, to tackle one of the most common—and exhausting—wedding problems: refusing to ask for help. Together, they unpack why so many brides take on everything themselves, how that snowballs into stress, and how to let others step in without feeling like a failure.

Plus, a caller confesses that she’s DIY-ing her way into panic attacks, sleepless nights, and strained relationships because she just can’t let go.

Episode Highlights: • Why asking for help doesn’t make you weak—it makes you wise • The art of delegating without losing control • How to balance your vision with what others want to contribute • The hidden emotional toll of “doing it all” • Tips for letting loved ones back in after you’ve shut them out

If you’ve ever felt like wedding planning became a second (or third) full-time job, this episode is your permission to put the glue gun down and let someone else hold it.

This episode is brought to you by Jewelers Mutual - the easiest way to insure your jewelry. Get a quote, apply, and protect your jewelry — it's that simple. Learn more at https://jewelersmutual.com.

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Ring, ring! It’s 1-800-Bridesmaid. Author and pro bridesmaid Jen Glantz brings her hit newsletter to life in this judgment-free zone for all your burning real wedding, love, and friendship drama questions—plus expert advice to help sort it all out.

In this episode, Jen is joined by Amy Shack Egan—founder of Modern Rebel and Cheersy, and self-proclaimed “anti-wedding wedding planner, wedding planner”—to explore what happens when your dream wedding looks nothing like the Pinterest boards… and everyone in your life hates it. From deciding which traditions to toss, remix, or keep, to handling family meltdowns and partner disagreements, Amy shares her best tips for making your wedding feel authentically you—without destroying your budget, your sanity, or your relationships.

Plus, they take a caller question from a bride who wants an emerald-green dress, no aisle, and zero “scripted performances”—but whose partner, parents, and best friend are all pushing back hard. Amy offers a compassionate (and practical) plan to navigate the pressure and still have a day worth celebrating.

Episode Highlights: • How to identify which wedding traditions matter—and which you can skip • Why “guest experience” doesn’t have to mean sacrificing your personality • The conversation every couple should have with financial contributors before booking vendors • How to balance authenticity with compromise (and why it’s okay to change your mind) • Creative, real-life examples of weddings that broke the rules—and totally worked

If you’ve ever felt trapped between being true to yourself and keeping the peace, this is the episode you need before you plan another detail.

This episode is brought to you by Jewelers Mutual, the easiest way to insure your jewelry. Get a quote, apply, and protect your jewelry—it's that simple. Learn more at jewelersmutual.com.

Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell icon to stay updated on future episodes!

Ring, ring! It’s 1-800-Bridesmaid. Author and pro bridesmaid Jen Glantz brings her hit newsletter to life in this judgment-free zone for all your burning real wedding, love, and friendship drama questions—plus expert advice to help sort it all out.

In this episode, Jen is joined by Lucie Beatrix—model, ultrarunner, and host of The Lucie Beatrix Podcast—to unpack the quiet heartbreak of being left out. From friendship breakups to the sting of not getting a bridesmaid invite, they open up about what it means to grow out of friendships and how to protect your peace along the way.

Plus, they hear from a caller whose best friend invited everyone else to be a bridesmaid… except her. Ouch.

Episode Highlights: • What to do when you feel invisible in your own friend group • The quiet power of walking away from relationships that drain you • Why friendship breakups can hurt even more than romantic ones • Tips for making new friends in your 30s (and not feeling weird about it) • Why it’s totally okay to not have a huge circle of friends

If you’ve ever wondered, “What’s wrong with me?” after getting left out, this one’s for you.

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