Texas Wedding Podcast

About Texas Wedding Podcast

Candid conversations with the people moving & shaping the Texas wedding market.

Publisher

Texas Wedding Podcast

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

3 Feb 2026

Latest episode

7 Aug 2026

Latest episodes

19 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   7 Aug 2026

   Julian Leaver Events | A Decade of Luxury Weddings, Finding the Yes Through the No’s & Reinventing Event Power

   Julian Leaver of Julian Leaver Events (Dallas) marks 10 years in the business with a conversation on hospitality, delegation, rebuilding a team in under a year, and finding the yes through the no. He also breaks down LOO Power, his silent solar alternative to event generators, and previews his WIPACon breakout session. Part of our WIPACon series.

2. 

   4 Aug 2026

   Kate Turner of Kate and Co | Three Wedding Businesses, Radical Transparency, One Very Old Horse & The Year That Almost Killed Me | Texas Wedding Podcast

   Kate Turner is the founder of Kate and Company, Marinelle Event Co., and cofounder of Landlocked Luxury, a wedding industry education conference built for vendors in mid-sized markets. Based in St. Louis with nearly 17 years in the wedding industry, she in absolute icon of the global wedding industry..In this episode: how she built and right-sized Kate and Company, the origin story of Landlocked Luxury, a Biltmore wedding with a very old horse and a severe storm pivot, and a preview of her WIPACon breakout session she has never spoken on publicly before.Part of the Texas Wedding Podcast WIPACon series.Follow Kate: kateandcollc.com | @kateandcompanyLandlocked Luxury: landlockedluxury.com | @landlockedluxuryMarinelle Event Co: marinelle.co | @marinelle.coTexas Wedding Podcast: texasweddingpodcast.com718 Creative: 718creative.com

3. 

   28 Jul 2026

   Rebecca Martens of Belle Events | Scaling a Team, Feedback as a Gift & Everything in Between

   Rebecca Martens is the owner of Belle Events, a Houston, Texas wedding and event planning company with more than 20 years of experience in the industry. She started her career executing weddings across all four Disney theme parks with Disney Fairy Tale Weddings in Orlando, moved to Houston as event manager at River Oaks Country Club, and joined Belle Events in 2015. Four years later, she bought the company. Today she leads a team of 13 planners and 20 event day assistants, serving some of Houston's most prominent families and couples. In this episode of the Texas Wedding Podcast, Rebecca walks through all of it: what it was like to train under Disney's legendary hospitality culture, how that experience shaped the way she leads her team at Belle Events today, and what it actually looked like to grow from three people to what the team is today. She talks about the contractor versus employee tightrope, what it's like working with different vendors as a planner, and why taking care of her team and her people is always her top priority. Then there's the flood story. A Houston wedding, a tent venue, a freak storm that dumped water across the entire event space hours before guests arrived. Rebecca walks through every detail: the mops, the squeegees, the drills going into the floorboards to drain the water, her husband running a Chick-fil-A run for a starving team, and the moment the bride accidentally saw a photo of what her tent had looked like two hours before she walked in. Rebecca also shares the leadership philosophy she took from Disney and never let go of: feedback is a gift. She breaks down how she gives constructive feedback to vendors and team members, why she asks each planner how they prefer to receive it, and what it means to build a team culture where no one is afraid to make a mistake. This episode is part of the Texas Wedding Podcast's WIPACon series. Rebecca will be on the business growth panel at WIPACon, the first WIPA National Conference, in Dallas. Kevin will be presenting his breakout session on video for non-videographers. If you are in the Texas wedding industry and can still get a ticket, go. If you are a wedding vendor in Texas trying to understand what planners actually need from you, or a wedding business owner trying to figure out what scaling really looks like, this one is essential.

4. 

   20 Jul 2026

   Jordan Fatheree of Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek | Luxury Weddings in Dallas & WIPACon 2026 | Texas Wedding Podcast

   Jordan Fatheree is the Director of Sales and Events at Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek and a key figure behind WIPACon, the first ever WIPA National Conference coming to Dallas in August 2025. In this episode: his road from small town Texas to the Four Seasons Las Vegas to the most iconic wedding venue in Dallas, the miracle bride story, and what's coming at WIPACon. Plus a sneak peek at Kevin's breakout talk on video for non-videographers. Follow Jordan at @jordan.fatheree and Rosewood Mansion at @rosewoodmansionturtlecreek. Recorded live at Waco Work Studio. Texas Wedding Podcast listeners get 10% off bookings when they use code TWPP at wacowork.com/photo-studio.

5. 

   8 Jul 2026

   Katie Hubbard of My Wedding Wardrobe | Bridal Styling, Wedding Day Disasters & Why You Need a Stylist There | Texas Wedding Podcast

   Katie Hubbard is a Dallas bridal stylist and founder of My Wedding Wardrobe, helping Texas brides nail every look from engagement photos to the wedding day itself. In this episode she shares how she built the business during COVID, nearly lost it all during a tough pregnancy, and came back stronger. Plus the wildest on-the-job stories you didn't know were possible at a wedding. Follow Katie at myweddingwardrobe.com and @myweddingwardrobe. Follow Kevin at 718creative.com and @718.creative

6. 

   30 Jun 2026

   Maggie Peterson, Florist | From Facebook Marketplace to Italy | Texas Wedding Podcast

   Maggie Peterson started making arrangements from YouTube tutorials during the pandemic and selling them on Facebook Marketplace. Six years later she flew her team to Tuscany for a wedding featured on Over the Moon. In this episode she shares how it all happened, what Italy actually cost her, and why she now makes every bride two bouquets. Follow Maggie at bymaggiepeterson.com and @bymaggiepeterson.

7. 

   26 May 2026

   Devin Swick - Vendor Dress Codes, Wedding Design & Finding Your Voice | Texas Wedding Podcast

   Devin is a wedding designer and freelancer based in Denton, Texas and Kevin's first ever in-person guest. She also helped convince him to start this podcast. In this episode, Devin shares how she went from stay-at-home mom to teaching herself floral design at two in the morning. She and Kevin get into wedding industry networking culture, the challenge of indecisive couples, and the unspoken dress code standards that every vendor should know. Devin is the author of the Vendor Dress Code Guide, a resource she created that planners are already using as required reading for their teams. Guest: Devin Swick — Wedding Designer & FreelancerInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/devinswick/https://www.devinswick.com/Vendor Dress Code Guide: https://www.devinswick.com/product-page/free-download-the-freelancers-guide-to-professional-style🎙️ Texas Wedding Podcast is hosted by Kevin Cochran of 718 Creative▶️ Subscribe for new episodes🎬 718 Creative: https://718creative.com

8. 

   19 May 2026

   Heather of EPOCH Co. | Texas Wedding Podcast

   Heather is the founder and lead planner of EPOCH Co. (think Tupac, not epic - though she'd argue the weddings are both), a hospitality-led event planning and design company based in College Station, Texas. With roots in the DFW market and a portfolio that stretches from Texas ranches, to the mountains of New Mexico, to all over the world Heather has built a reputation for planning events that feel nothing like what you'd expect, and everything like who you actually are. In this episode, Heather shares the wild story of how she became a planner: a Sunday brunch wedding north of DFW, a no-show planner, a storm rolling in, soaking wet ceremony chairs, and a mad dash to Fort Worth to find tent walls. That day — zip-tying walls, hunting ship anchors from a grandfather's garage, and chucking towels at a planner who said "I wasn't paid to do this" — is the day EPOCH was born. From there, Kevin and Heather get into what it actually means to plan off-script: weddings that open with sound ceremonies, ayahuasca retreats in New Mexico, couples getting married standing in a spring-fed creek, and a festival wedding so elaborate it required clearing copperhead-infested land, flying in a Guatemalan priest, and learning what naturally composting toilets are. They also walk through a standout corporate event in Austin — an international crowd from South and Central America, chocolate guitar desserts guests smashed with tiny mallets, LED cowboy hats, a New Orleans-style second line, and breakfast tacos at midnight — that beat out simultaneous events in Dubai and Milan. But the heart of the conversation is Heather's design philosophy: she doesn't start with wedding inspiration. She starts with people. Her "story to space" method asks couples to pin images of things that pull at their heartstrings — not weddings, life — and builds the entire event design from there. Because the point of a beautiful event, she says, is human connection. A giant centerpiece that blocks the person across the table isn't design. It's a conversation killer. Heather also opens up about growing up in Houston, her mom's serious illness in seventh grade, losing everything and moving her family into her grandparents' home, and how those years of watching what actually matters shaped everything about how she plans today. About the Guest: Heather is the founder and lead planner of EPOCH Co., a wedding planning and event design company based in College Station, Texas, serving the DFW Metroplex, Austin, Houston, and beyond. EPOCH specializes in hospitality-led, off-script events for couples and corporate clients who want their celebration to feel like them — not like everyone else's wedding. Shoutouts from this episode: Leslie Rodriguez Photography | Ruet Photo | Shannon Rose Events | Katie Hubbard, My Wedding Wardrobe

9. 

   28 Apr 2026

   Planning the dream Texas wedding from the other side of the world - Monica Millington - Bride Interview // Texas Wedding Podcast

   Our first client interview with the incredible Monica Millington, and she doesn't hold back. Listen in for best client insights, the most insane Hallmark love story, and incredible advice for all other brides & grooms. Monica's IG: instagram.com/monicamillington West of Sloane: instagram.com/westofsloane westofsloane.com (http://westofsloane.com/) Sette: Instagram.com/settethelabel settethelabel.com (http://settethelabel.com/) Elizabeth Grace Couture: instagram.com/elizabethgracecouture elizabethgracecouture.com

10. 

    31 Mar 2026

    Diamond Affairs - Mary Wright Shah // Texas Wedding Podcast

    Mary Wright Shah is the founder and owner of Diamond Affairs. She is a renowned wedding planner with over 25 years of experience, known for her leadership in the Texas wedding industry. In this episode, she shares her journey of building lasting relationships with clients and vendors, emphasizing the importance of intentionality and refinement in creating luxury wedding experiences. Mary also discusses her passion for education and how she continues to innovate and inspire others in the industry. Deep Dive Vendor Tags: Planning @DiamondAffairs_ Floral Design and production @grodesigns Lounge Rentals @dekordraperyrentals Tabletop Rentals @poshcouturerentals Chair Rental @percheventdecor lighting @jacobandco Curated Entertainment for Ceremony, Dinner and Dance Party @elanartist #projectMband Catering and Service @nickandsams @sam4chef Curated Wine @graileysfinewines @simonsaysvino Photography @carterrose Videography @lussofilms Stationery @cecinewyork Calligraphy @heatherbloem Make up @thisisscottbarnes Wedding Gown @oscardelarentabridal

11. 

    25 Mar 2026

    Kevin Cochran - 718 Creative // What's been on my mind recently

    Taking a short break from the normal episodes this week to share what's been on my mind the past few months.

12. 

    17 Mar 2026

    Kristin Hazelwood - Hazelwood Paper Co // Texas Wedding Podcast

    Kristin Hazelwood of Hazelwood Paper Co brings us into her world as a sought after wedding stationer and teaches us that the real work in stationery design is in the ideas and planning, not just making the items. Podcast links: Texasweddingpodcast.com instagram.com/texasweddingpodcast Kristin's links: https://www.hazelwoodpaperco.com/ https://www.instagram.com/hazelwoodpaperco/ Kevin's links: 718creative.com https://www.instagram.com/718.creative/

13. 

    10 Mar 2026

    Paula Ewers - Truly Ewers Events // Texas Wedding Podcast

    Paula Ewers of Truly Ewers Events shares her unique perspective on the Texas wedding market. Having her base be split between Dallas & Atlanta she appreciates the market in a one-of-a-kind way. Connect with Paulahttps://trulyewersevents.com/ https://www.instagram.com/trulyewers/ Connect with Kevin // 718 Creative https://718creative.com/https://www.instagram.com/718.creative/ Connect with the Podcasthttps://www.texasweddingpodcast.com/ https://www.instagram.com/texasweddingpodcast/

14. 

    3 Mar 2026

    Kelly Hornberger // Texas Wedding Podcast

    Talking life & business with Kelly Hornberger. Kelly shares how her desire to serve has shaped every aspect of her business, from every photo she takes to every new member of the team she adds. Grab a seat at the table, be inspired and envisioned by this episode!

15. 

    25 Feb 2026

    Gracie Byrd Jones // Texas Wedding Podcast

    Meet Gracie Byrd Jones as we peel back the curtain to discuss life, family, and the joy + stress of capturing weddings. Gracie shares stories of her early journey, how she found freedom & passion through film photography, and her heart for adoption. If you're a craving a fresh perspective on life and work and everything in between, this episode is your must-listen.

16. 

    18 Feb 2026

    Jenny DeMarco // Texas Wedding Podcast

    In this episode of the Texas Wedding Podcast, host Kevin welcomes Jenny DeMarco, a seasoned wedding photographer from Austin, Texas. Jenny shares her journey from being a landscape architect in the UK to becoming a renowned photographer, highlighting her experiences in bringing WIPA to Austin and serving as its president. The conversation is filled with humorous anecdotes, including a memorable wedding incident involving a fork, and insights into the challenges and joys of capturing weddings.

17. 

    11 Feb 2026

    Cathleen Holloway of Holloway Events // Texas Wedding Podcast

    Meet Cathleen Holloway of Holloway Events. We talk about everything from near disasters while wedding planning in Switzerland, to the first wedding she's ever planned being featured in Martha Stewart in print, to the everyday challenges of running the business with 4 daughters 5 and under. If you've met Cathleen, you love Cathleen!

18. 

    5 Feb 2026

    Krista Seekely of Belle Events // Texas Wedding Podcast

    Meet Krista Seekely of Belle Events. In this first ever full-episode of the Texas Wedding Podcast we dive into the differences between Colorado and Texas weddings, overcoming chaos in our early careers, and laugh through the behind the scenes moments of weddings. Whether you're a wedding pro looking to learn more or just here for a good time, you're in for a treat.

19. 

    3 Feb 2026

    Welcome to the Texas Wedding Podcast

    In the very first episode of the Texas Wedding Podcast, Kevin answers your questions about who the podcast is about, and where it is going. Kevin shares the unexpected challenges and joys of launching his first podcast, highlighting the importance of genuine connections in a world dominated by short-form content. Through relational storytelling, he reveals how understanding different vendor perspectives can grow your business and deepen client relationships. This episode explores community-building, emphasizing Texas's influence on national trends and offering a blueprint for leveraging vulnerability and connection to elevate your brand. Perfect for wedding vendors and entrepreneurs seeking real insights, this episode invites you to join Kevin's inspiring journey of growth and discovery.

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Spotify

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