The Wedding Bestie Podcast: Recent Episodes
Lindsey Kramer
Whether you're planning a wedding or a vendor executing it, from basic to bougie I’m here for it all.Join us each episode where I will have guests to talk about all things wedding! Our achievements and struggles as vendors as well of the thrills and frills as a bride on her wedding day! Follow along and let’s get to chatting!
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Motherhood does not have to stall your momentum. It can sharpen it. In this conversation, physical therapist turned 10X business coach Mallory Veillon shares how she pivoted careers, scaled with purpose, and kept family at the center. We get real about seasons of chaos, setting targets that actually drive decisions, and why coaching is not advice but a mirror that helps you find your own answers. Mallory breaks down mind body coaching, how fear shows up in our bodies during big moves, and practical benchmarks to hit before hiring. We also talk about bringing kids into our work, leading with faith, and rebuilding a business that fits life after baby.
If this episode hits home, share it with a friend who is building a business while raising babies, and subscribe for more conversations that keep both in view.
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In this episode, Lindsey sits down with Erica—photographer, educator, and momma navigating a season of release and renewal. Together they unpack what it looks like to pivot gracefully, let go of what once defined you, and make room for the life and business you’re meant to build now.
From closing chapters that no longer align to trusting God’s timing when things feel uncertain, this conversation reminds us that surrender isn’t failure—it’s faith in action. If you’re in a season of transition, burnout, or rebuilding, this one will speak straight to your heart.
Listen for:
- The power of slowing down before speeding up again
- Balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship without losing yourself
- How to find peace when plans shift unexpectedly
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In this solo episode, I’m sharing my most personal story yet—the full, unfiltered journey of becoming a mom. From the valleys of trying to conceive, to navigating the physical and mental shifts of pregnancy, to the moment I finally held my son in my arms—it wasn’t simple or linear. It was layered with grief and longing, hope and surrender, strength and rebirth.
I’m opening up about the hidden parts: the emotional toll of waiting, the pressure of “timing,” the way grief and joy can live side by side, and how becoming a mother didn’t just bring me a baby—it brought an entirely new version of myself. If you’ve ever longed for something deeply, questioned the pace of your life, or found yourself becoming someone new, this one is for you.
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In this solo episode, Lindsey opens up about the breaking point that forced her to stop pretending she could “do it all.” After months of trying to work while rocking a baby, chasing inquiries with spit-up on her shirt, and managing a home on zero margin, she finally admitted it: something had to give. She walks you through the guilt, the internal pressure, the hard conversations, and how three hours of help twice a week shifted everything. This episode is your permission slip to stop white-knuckling it — and ask for what you actually need.
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Meghan Mouton of Gray Children’s Boutique walks us through what it’s really like to build a growing retail brand while raising two tiny humans—often with them in tow. From career burnout to God’s timing, she’s found clarity, purpose, and resilience in the messy middle. Her story is raw, real, and full of hope for mommas making bold leaps.
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Angela Hoppe—photographer, creative coach, and mom—joins Lindsey for an honest conversation about what happens when your dream comes true... and you’re still torn between your baby and your business. Angela shares how she’s navigating a major pivot, letting go of the parts of her work that don’t bring joy, and getting honest about working 15-hour days without seeing her child. This one is for the mommas learning to rewrite their rules.
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In this solo episode, Lindsey gets raw about the identity crisis that hit after becoming a mom—when life, business, and ambition don’t slow down but your world shifts overnight. She shares the unspoken struggles and surprising growth that comes from redefining who you are in this new chapter.
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Running a business and raising a family? Same. Lindsey Kramer—wedding planner, entrepreneur, and mom—shares honest stories and smart strategies for building a business that works for your life. Formerly Wedding Bestie, now 2 Brands, 1 Momma.
Are you a photographer living in/near Louisiana or wanting to travel to Louisiana?
I have the perfect retreat for you to get you ready for all that 2023 has to offer! Listen in to find out more and/or click on the link below!
More info: https://mailchi.mp/bontempsevents/louisiana-photographer-retreat
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Coming to you from my Vegas hotel room while in Vegas for Wedding MBA!
I bumped into Mrs. Taryn Rachelle who is the wiz when it comes to all things automation and systems.
Listen in to hear:
- Why having automation is so important
- How she can help you
- My journey to automation and systems
- and so much more!
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Is the very busy wedding season mixed in with your personal life causing your mental health to become a little wonky??
You are not alone! Listen in to hear Angela and I talk about where we are in life and business right now and what we are doing to have that work/life balance and self evaluate when we need a break.
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Have you ever sat back and wondered how you couple have managed that client or vendor's expectation a little better?
Dive into it with me and Chad to see when to lay out what those expectations are, how you are going to manage them, and what that end result will be.
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Have you ever thought about the DJ's perspective on the wedding industry and/or wedding day?!
It was a pleasure to sit with Jordan with Geaux Big Entertainment to fill this gap and give us his insight!
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Part 1 of 2!
You know when there are 2 parts, it's gotta be some good stuff!
Lex Abshire with Abshire Films joined me to talk about
- How self-evaluation is crucial
- How to actually determine your value
- Not to be entitled in business
- & seriously so much more valuable info!
Take the time to listen to both parts, I mean as I mentioned, it's some good stuff.
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Part 2 of 2!
You know when there are 2 parts, it's gotta be some good stuff!
Lex Abshire with Abshire Films joined me to talk about
- How self-evaluation is crucial
- How to actually determine your value
- Not to be entitled in business
- & seriously so much more valuable info!
Take the time to listen to both parts, I mean as I mentioned, it's some good stuff.
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Venue's see it all! I mean that's where everyone gathers for the big day, all the guests, the vendors, the wedding party. So I know venue owners have some stories!
Take a dive into Colleen's perspective on the wedding industry in this episode.
Listen in to hear about the following:
- When vendors should reach out in they have never worked at a certain venue
- How to set boundaries as a venue owner
- How having a great website improved her business
- A few tips for Bride's looking for their venue
- & so much more
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As vendors in the wedding industry, pricing yourself can be a mind game that can make you want to bow out altogether. Hear the wisdom from Angela Hoppe, owner of Hoppe Images as we discuss the ins and outs on pricing yourself to reach your ideal client!
Few things you can hear when listening:
- What Angela's brand encompasses.
- The effects of being confident in your brand
- How to get passed the phrases "arm and a leg", "affordable", etc.
- The 3 buckets of pricing
- & much more!
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Wedding Professionals: Do you have 1000 tabs open that you need to have someone help tackle?
Alexandra with Behind The Biz, a Virtual Assistant, can help!
Listen in to hear the about:
- All things Virtual Assistant.
- How Alex got her start.
- Why she chose to serve the wedding industry.
- Her process and what to expect.
- A tease to the next episode!
- And more!
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Have yall heard of the new trend that is hitting the wedding market? It is the audio guestbook using vintage phones!
Here all about Ring A Ding Ding and their start in this new business!
Move over FeteFone and After The Tone, there's a new phone on the loose!
Listen to hear about:
- Why Shayla brought this to Louisiana.
- Why to choose this guestbook over a traditional one.
- Exclusive info that the podcast is hearing FIRST!
- What to expect from Ring A Ding Ding going forward.
- A promo code if you want to book.
- A tease to the next episode!
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I had to pleasure of getting to talk to Carrie Grace with Solafide Productions & CG Media, LLC!
Are you going to step up to the plate &take the swing at something in your life?
There is no better time than NOW to do so!
This episode is tailored for both engaged couples as well as wedding vendors! We touched on a few great topics!
A few of them are:
- Starting a business - Baptism By Fire
- Growing your business through networking
- Streamlining your booking process
- Branding
- How to get the most out of your wedding video
- Dropping finger sandwiches to go do something
- And what is to come next episode!
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In this first episode, you get to hear from your host, Lindsey Kramer!
Hear about:
- How she got started
- Her intentions for the podcast
- and so much more!
Ask questions on www.bontempsevents.com and click on the podcast tab!
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