10: Family Meetings, Social Media Disasters & a Great Grandma Twist – with Cassie Horrell

10: Family Meetings, Social Media Disasters & a Great Grandma Twist – with Cassie Horrell

Author: Party Planning by Christa March 27, 2025 Duration: 36:38
What happens when a wedding planner is asked to walk Great Grandma down the aisle… only to be handed a Tupperware container?!

In this episode, Christa sits down with wedding expert Cassie Horrell to unpack the wildest wedding stories, biggest etiquette debates, and the jaw-dropping family drama that comes with saying “I do.” From setting boundaries with toxic in-laws to why open seating is a terrible idea, no topic is off-limits. Plus, they tackle unpopular wedding opinions and the ultimate white dress dilemma.

Get ready to laugh, gasp, and take notes for your own wedding day!

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Must-Hear Insights and Key Moments

  • Great Grandma’s Final Wedding Appearance – When a groom’s family insists their beloved great-grandmother must be part of the wedding, Cassie prepares for an emotional moment—until she’s handed a Tupperware container.
  • Wearing White to a Wedding: A Crime? – Cassie and Christa debate the biggest wedding guest faux pas and share real-life stories of guests who should’ve known better.
  • First Look vs. Traditional Aisle Moment – The pros, cons, and the real reason so many wedding planners swear by first looks.
  • The Worst Mother-in-Law Ever? – This mother-in-law sabotaged dress shopping, criticized the bride’s body, and demanded her son’s ex be reinstated as a bridesmaid.
  • Why Open Seating is a Disaster – Cassie explains why letting guests pick their own seats sounds nice in theory—but causes absolute chaos in reality.
  • Wedding Confessions: The Awkward Guest Bets – What happens when wedding guests start betting on how long the marriage will last? Christa and Cassie react to the ultimate cringe moment.
*This conversation is for entertainment and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. Please seek a licensed professional for your specific situation.

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Ever feel like you're just one awkward family gathering or bizarre social encounter away from a full-blown story? That's the territory explored in Here Comes the Drama with Christa Innis. Hosted by Christa from Party Planning by Christa, this isn't your standard advice show. Instead, it's a deep and often hilarious dive into the messy, relatable, and downright strange situations that define our interactions with others. Each episode feels like a conversation with a clever friend who’s dissecting the latest spectacle, whether it’s sourced from real life, pop culture, or a memorable guest's personal archives. You’ll hear unfiltered discussions that blur the lines between leisure and social commentary, all delivered with a comedic touch that never shies away from the absurd. The charm of this podcast lies in its ability to find the universal thread in our most specific dramas-from relationship quirks and cultural obsessions to the simple comedy of trying to get through the day without a minor catastrophe. Tune in for a mix of solo reflections and interviews that are less about finding solutions and more about celebrating the glorious, complicated theater of everyday life. It’s the perfect companion for anyone who appreciates a good story and the shared laugh that comes from recognizing a piece of themselves in the chaos.
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