About Cutmaster Cast: The Wedding Industry Podcast
Welcome to What's On The Playlist, the ultimate podcast for wedding industry vendors. Hosted by Chris, Tony & Victoria of Cutmaster Music in Albuquerque, New Mexico. We discuss local events, event industry tips, tricks & hacks. And we occasionally bring on local industry vendors and guests. Tune in every week for expert insights and strategies to help you succeed in this competitive industry and plan your ultimate wedding! And learn more about us at www.cutmastermusic.com
E84: Ask a Planner Monday with Meredith Benvenuto (Part 2)
The conversation continues!
In Part 2 of our special series with Meredith Benvenuto of Meredith Keating Events, we pick up right where we left off, answering more of the questions from Meredith's popular Ask a Planner Mondays on Instagram.
This week, we're diving into some of the biggest decisions couples face on their wedding day—from when speeches should happen and who should actually give one, to cake cutting, reception flow, and the age-old debate: should you trust your DJ or build the perfect playlist yourself?
Drawing on years of experience, Meredith and Chris share real-world stories, practical advice, and a few laughs while helping couples understand why the best weddings feel effortless.
🎤 When speeches should happen—and who should (and shouldn't) get the mic
🍰 Why unannounced cake cuttings are becoming the new trend
⏱️ How to keep your reception flowing and your guests engaged
🎧 Why a great DJ will always outperform a Spotify playlist
💍 Honest advice from a wedding planner and DJ who've seen it all
Whether you're planning your wedding, work in the wedding industry, or simply love hearing what happens behind the scenes, this episode is packed with practical tips to help you create an unforgettable celebration.
13 Jul 2026
E83: Ask A Planner Monday With Meredith Benvenuto
What happens when a wedding planner and a DJ sit down to answer real wedding questions? Apparently... two full episodes worth of conversation.
This week, Chris welcomes special guest co-host Meredith Benvenuto—known by many through Meredith Keating Events and her popular Ask a Planner Mondays series on Instagram. While Tony and Victoria are out of the office, Meredith joins the show to tackle some of the biggest questions couples have been asking this week.
From planning advice and vendor communication to behind-the-scenes wedding insights, Chris and Meredith share their unique perspectives from working hundreds of weddings together. Along the way, they offer practical tips, real stories, and plenty of laughs that every engaged couple (and even wedding pros) can appreciate.
The conversation was so good, we couldn't fit it into one episode! This is Part 1, with Part 2 dropping next week.
🎧 Questions from Meredith's Ask a Planner Mondays series💍 Planner and DJ perspectives on common wedding questions📝 Tips for creating a smoother wedding day🤝 How planners and DJs work together behind the scenes😂 Real stories from years in the wedding industry
Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss Part 2 next week!
13 Mar 2026
82: Backup Plans & Broken Markets: What’s Happening to Weddings?
Wedding season is just starting to wake up, and in this episode Tony and Chris recap the first few events of the year and some early observations from the dance floor.
Chris also shares a recent behind-the-scenes story about getting sick and why having a strong team and backup plan in place saved the day for multiple events. It’s a reminder that great weddings don’t happen because of one vendor , they happen because of a coordinated team working together.
From there, the conversation turns into something we’ve both been noticing more and more in the industry: weddings seem to be splitting into two very different markets. On one side are luxury events going bigger than ever, and on the other are smaller micro-weddings and more intimate celebrations. The traditional “middle-tier” wedding? It seems to be disappearing.
We talk about what this shift means for DJs, planners, venues, and other vendors and how professionals can adapt to the changing landscape.
If you’re in the wedding industry, this is a conversation you’ll want to hear.
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