24: Wedding Nightmare, Bridesmaid Burnout & Hot Takes With Lisandra Vazquez

24: Wedding Nightmare, Bridesmaid Burnout & Hot Takes With Lisandra Vazquez

Author: Party Planning by Christa July 3, 2025 Duration: 54:26
Ever felt like saying no to being a bridesmaid? Lisandra Vazquez spills the raw truth about why she’s done with being in wedding parties… forever.

From destination weddings she never even made it to, to the awkward aftermath when friends cut ties, Lisandra and Christa unpack the messy side of adult friendships, money guilt, and wedding obligations no one talks about.

If you’ve ever felt pressured to go broke for someone else’s big day, grab your headphones. You’re not alone and this episode is your permission slip to protect your peace.

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Must-Hear Insights and Key Moments

  • When Destination Weddings Become Too Much – The shocking story of how a canceled flight ended a friendship for good.
  • Hot Takes On Outdated Traditions – Garter tosses, group chats, and destination showers—Lisandra says what we’re all thinking.
  • Real Talk: It’s Okay To Walk Away – How standing up for your time, money, and sanity saves friendships worth keeping.
  • Comedy, Culture & Creative Hustle – Lisandra shares her creative journey from acting to stand-up and finding her voice online.
  • Permission To Protect Your Peace – Christa and Lisandra wrap with empowering advice for anyone feeling stuck in wedding guilt.
About Lisandra

Lisandra is a Puerto Rican-born, Atlanta-based stand up comedian, actor, activist, and creator. With a background in acting and improv, Lisandra's high-energy yet dry storytelling point of view is based on her experiences as a Latina millennial, her take on pop culture, politics, and more. She is a regular at the Laughing Skull Lounge and has performed all over the country.

She has opened for Aida Rodriguez, Dulcé Sloan, Lace Larrabee, and other touring comics.

She has worked with organizations like Climate Power, Generation180, GasLeaks, and more.

*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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Duration: 28:59
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