Ring, ring! It’s 1-800-BRIDESMAID.

This episode features writer, entrepreneur, former wedding planner, and soon-to-be-bride Amanda Goetz. Amanda’s lived about seven lives: married young, became a mom of three, managed a celebrity wedding brand, built two startups, survived divorce, found love again, and is now planning wedding number two with a newfound sense of clarity, boundaries, and emotional growth.

Jen and Amanda dive into identity, ambition, the “seasons” of life, anxious attachment, trusting yourself after heartbreak, and why so many of us dim our own light without even realizing it.

Then they break open this week’s letter—an absolute jaw-dropper: A bride-to-be discovers her fiancé has been pretending to go to work for six weeks after secretly getting fired. Now they’re months away from the wedding with financial chaos and a mountain of lies to untangle. Can trust ever be rebuilt? Or is this a sign to run?

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Ring, ring! It’s 1-800-BRIDESMAID.

In this episode, Jen is joined by writer, senior editor at TODAY.com, and beloved “Grinch Bride” herself, Elena Nicolaou, whose viral wedding commentary has helped thousands of brides feel seen during the messy, emotional, transformative rollercoaster of engagement.

Then they unpack this week’s letter: A bride-to-be runs into the ex who once made her feel wild, passionate, and alive… just weeks before her wedding. Now she’s questioning everything. Spark vs. safety, nostalgia vs. reality—what does it really mean?

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If you’ve ever questioned your relationship, compared your love to your past, or wondered whether cold feet is a warning or just fear talking, this episode is 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 Brianna Paruolo, licensed mental health counselor and founder of PA Therapy NYC, for an honest conversation about friend breakups, the "Cool Girl Campaign," and why losing a best friend can hurt even more than a romantic split.

From navigating red flags in relationships to dealing with mixed signals on social media, Jen and Brianna unpack the messy reality of modern friendships and what happens when someone you love decides they're done—without explanation.

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If you've ever been blindsided by a friendship ending, ghosted by someone who's still watching your every move, or wondered if you should reach out one more time... this episode is for you.

Ring, ring! It’s 1-800-BRIDESMAID.

In this episode, Jen is joined by Mindie Kaplan—tech leader, host of the Mailroom podcast, and founder of the Million Mammograms initiative. Mindie has interviewed men around the world about dating, relationships, and red flags… and today she’s bringing that same sharp, hilarious, truth-telling energy to the Bridesmaid Hotline.

Jen and Mindie dive into everything from ghosting and “if he wanted to, he would” to rejection, chemistry, approaching strangers in the wild, and how to know when someone actually shows up for you.

Then they unpack this week’s caller dilemma: What do you do when your best friend copies your entire wedding—venue, colors, flowers, vendors, dress—and brushes it off like it’s no big deal?

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If you’ve ever dealt with a copycat friend, felt confused by someone’s mixed signals, or needed a reminder to trust what people do—not what they say—this episode is a must-listen.

Ring, ring! It’s 1-800-BRIDESMAID.

This episode features powerhouse matchmaker and dating coach Erin Davis, a woman who has done everything in the love industry: going undercover at yoga class, staging run-ins at bars, managing dog custody after breakups, and helping clients rebuild themselves (and sometimes win an ex back) with a full-blown emotional and lifestyle makeover.

Jen and Erin talk through why dating apps are burning everyone out, the science behind chemistry, why “picky” isn’t the problem you think it is, and how to date with intentionality instead of exhaustion.

Then they tackle this week’s dilemma: What should you do when you see your engaged friend flirt heavily, disappear with another guy, and return like nothing happened—while rumors swirl?

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If you’ve ever been stuck between wanting to protect a friend and not wanting to blow up someone’s relationship, this episode gives you the exact roadmap.

Ring, ring! It’s 1-800-Bridesmaid.

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.

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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.

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.

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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.

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?

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- The difference between loving someone and being "in love" with them 

🎧 Tune in now for expert guidance on navigating marriage's toughest moments. 

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.

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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.

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.

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