About this episode
The episode explores the evolution of weddings and the pressures faced by couples today in planning their unique celebrations.
Were Weddings Always This...Extra?In our parents' generation, most weddings took place in a house of worship, followed by a cake and punch reception in the basement or a local VFW hall, and everyone was decked out in polyester. No one was going for a "viral moment," and videographers and photo booths weren't a thing. But something shifted in Roxy's and Katelyn's lifetimes: today, many couples feel every detail of their wedding needs to reflect their unique personalities, and the wedding industry has exploded, to the tune of $1 trillion globally in 2025. No wonder wedding planning feels by turns fun and exhausting. In this episode, as Katelyn prepares for her July wedding, and producer Jonathan prepares for his September one, we reflect on the pressures women, especially, face as they prepare; what values guide our planning; and how to stay present on the Big Day (pro tip: get a day-of coordinator if you can!). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
People in this episode
Host: Katelyn
Topics covered
- weddings
- wedding planning
- wedding industry
- personal values
- pressure on women
- big day preparation
Keywords
- wedding
- wedding planning
- wedding industry
- personalization
- pressure
- big day
- coordinator
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Religion News Service
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