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So Much To Say: A Legal Podcast For PeopleForging Your Own Path To Leadership (with Founder and CEO, Michael Coston)This episode, Megan & Jen are joined by Michael Coston, to chat about entrepreneurship, leadership, and building cultures that actually help people thrive.Michael Coston is the founder and CEO of Coston Consulting, a firm made up of powerhouse consultants: former CMOs, DEIB leaders, and BD experts, who help organizations drive growth through people-first strategy. He’s been named to Lawdragon’s 100 Leading Legal Consultants and Strategists, honored by the National Diversity Council as one of the 100 Most Influential African American Leaders in Business, and awarded the Black Leadership Award by Profiles in Diversity Journal.Befo...2025-05-0943 min
InsHERReclaiming Control: Jen Miller on Introspection and Finding What Works for YouIn this episode of InsHER, I interviewed Jen Miller, founder of Power Sales and Strategy. With more than 25 years of experience and over a decade coaching thousands of insurance professionals, Jen brings sharp insights, authenticity, and a deep understanding of what it takes to succeed. But in a way you can feel happy with.
What stood out to me most was Jen’s powerful perspective on building confidence, especially for young women and introverts in an industry that often rewards the loudest voices. We dig into mentorship, intentional networking, and visibility in a remote world. From expressing you...2025-05-0735 min
The Planner’s Passport - Wedding Planners, Travel Agents, Decades of StoriesBring on the Southern Charm with Kelley Kohler of Haviland EventsThis week on The Planner’s Passport, we’re heading south.
We’re joined by Kelley Kohler of Haviland Events, a boutique wedding planning and design firm based in Charlotte, North Carolina. After hearing our East Coast vs. West Coast episode, Kelley had a few thoughts, especially after Jen questioned whether North Carolina even counts as “the South.” (Spoiler: it does. And she came ready to defend it.)
Kelley brings over a decade of experience planning stylish and meaningful weddings across the country and abroad. She started Haviland Events in Chicago before returning to her Southern roots...2025-05-0745 minThe Planner’s Passport - Wedding Planners, Travel Agents, Decades of StoriesBehind the Scenes of WedMKEThis week, we’re taking you behind the scenes at the WedMKE wedding show in Milwaukee! We had an incredible time hosting a booth, connecting with real couples (and a few very enthusiastic moms), and catching up with some of our favorite vendor friends, like Milwaukee Airwaves and Two Birds Event Group.
Of course, it wouldn’t be a Planner’s Passport episode without a bit of chaos and laughter. Jen may or may not have developed a very on-brand crush on a DJ (stay tuned—you won't want to miss it).
Throughout the event, we answered tons...2025-04-3028 minThe Planner’s Passport - Wedding Planners, Travel Agents, Decades of StoriesMegan Explores Sandals St. VincentThis week on The Planner’s Passport, Megan takes us to St. Vincent and the Grenadines, where work and play collided in the best way. She went for business (because Megan’s idea of time off is working from a beach), but she still found time to soak up the island magic—bat cave adventures, new friendships (channeling Jen, of course), and a Sandals resort experience that seriously impressed her.
She shares why this Sandals property just might be her favorite (and no, she doesn’t say that about all of them), how to customize your Sandals stay to...2025-04-1650 minThe Planner’s Passport - Wedding Planners, Travel Agents, Decades of StoriesDestination I Do’s & Don’tsAre you dreaming of saying “I do” with your toes in the sand? This week, Jen and Megan are diving into all things destination weddings—the good, the complicated, and the cocktails.
From breezy beach vows to mountain-top ceremonies, we’re breaking down the real pros and cons of planning a wedding away from home. Should you hire a local planner? When does it actually make more sense not to? And what sneaky logistics are often overlooked?
This episode is your passport to understanding the full picture—from legal requirements to travel stress, and everything in between.2025-04-0953 minThe Planner’s Passport - Wedding Planners, Travel Agents, Decades of StoriesIt's a Toast, Not a RoastThis week, Megan and Jen dive into the only thing that can throw a perfectly planned wedding timeline into chaos: toasts.
Are we a little crabby about it? Maybe
Do we have some hilarious, real-life stories to share? Absolutely
Are those stories packed with actually helpful advice? You already know
From rogue speeches to timing disasters, we’re spilling the tea on how to give a wedding toast that’s unforgettable for all the right reasons. Tune in to hear our insider tips, pet peeves, and what makes a toast land or totally flop...2025-04-0256 min
Watch With Jen™Watch With Jen - S6: E5 - Doris Day with Megan AbbottBrilliant DARE ME, THE TURNOUT, & BEWARE THE WOMAN author & Criterion Collection cinephile Megan Abbott returns once again to Watch With Jen for a thoughtful, well-researched, & intriguing conversation about one of twentieth century cinema's most misunderstood and beloved screen icons, Doris Day. Investigating the subversive ways that Day's work raised questions about the evolving attitudes regarding sex, gender, desire, courtship, marriage, & male-female dynamics in particular, we walk you through 6 films in her diverse filmography, including CALAMITY JANE, LOVE ME OR LEAVE ME, THE PAJAMA GAME, PILLOW TALK, MIDNIGHT LACE, & THAT TOUCH OF MINK. Along the way, we cite other favorite...2025-03-311h 03The Planner’s Passport - Wedding Planners, Travel Agents, Decades of StoriesSwiss Alps & Spritzes: Jen in SwitzerlandJen is back from Switzerland and filling Megan in on everything from skiing in Davos to sipping Aperol Spritzes in Zurich's 75 degree weather (in March!). The two dive into the magic of solo travel, the Swiss food scene, the surprise weather swings, and yes, Jen cried again.
With plenty of signature Jen and Megan banter, this episode is full of laughs, travel inspo, and behind the scenes moments from Jen’s seven day adventure through Zurich, Lucerne, and Davos.
If you have ever considered a solo trip to Europe, this might be the sign you were wa...2025-03-2646 minThe Planner’s Passport - Wedding Planners, Travel Agents, Decades of StoriesFrom Shutdowns to Chaos: The COVID Wedding Era
It’s hard to believe, but it’s been five years since the world changed overnight. This week on The Planner’s Passport, Megan and Jen take a look back at 2020 to 2022, revisiting what it was like to navigate the industry through shutdowns, endless wedding reschedules, and the chaos of reopening.
From the early days of postponements and pivots to the overwhelming demand that followed, they share their personal journeys, how COVID impacted their businesses, their clients, and the wedding and travel industries as a whole.
What did survival look like in the events world? How did...2025-03-1953 minThe Planner’s Passport - Wedding Planners, Travel Agents, Decades of StoriesWelcome Sean Denny of Luxe ProductionsEver wonder what it means to work in wedding production? This week, our podcast welcomes Sean Denny, the Director of Events and Production Designer for Luxe Productions which is based in Chicago. From his humble beginnings working as a DJ during college to traveling the country and producing high-profile, star-studded events, Sean's journey has us wishing he hadn't signed so many NDAs and could share more dirt.
Listen now to hear Sean's story, from his early passion for music to his transition into the wedding production industry in NYC. He reveals the challenges and excitement of creating u...2025-03-0557 min
A Broadway Body: Continued ConversationsContinued Conversations with Jen DiBellaTrigger Warning: This conversation contains discussion of eating disorders, nutrition, and body dysmorphia. Please take care of yourselves as you listen and avoid if these topics might be triggering for you.Everyone please welcome my friend and acting consultant Jen DiBella to A Broadway Body: Continued Conversations! Jen is an actor, acting coach, and acting career consultant. I’ve been working with Jen since 2020, and not only is she a wonderful human being, she’s also an insanely talented actor and knows exactly what she’s doing when it comes to helping actors.Jen approaches our co...2025-03-0457 minThe Planner’s Passport - Wedding Planners, Travel Agents, Decades of StoriesEast Coast vs. Midwest Weddings: Jen v. MeganEast Coast vs. Midwest Weddings: Jen v. Meg
In this episode of The Planner’s Passport, it’s the first-ever Jen v. Megan showdown—though, let’s be real, no one's actually swinging. Megan loves the classic East Coast wedding format, while Jen—well, she’ll happily plan a Midwest wedding, but deep down, she’s ready to flip the whole wedding day schedule on its head. From dancing between courses to rigid timelines, we’re breaking down traditions and questioning the status quo. Tune in for a fun, slightly competitive, but mostly just entertaining debate on East Coast vs. Midw2025-02-2645 min
Attention to IntentionThe Productivity Paradox: Why Doing More Makes Us Feel Less with Jen FisherFor most of my life, I’ve tied my worth to productivity. The chase for the next milestone. Filling every moment with activity. Believing that if I just push harder, I’ll finally feel “enough.” Sound familiar?This is the paradox of productivity. The more we do, the more we feel like we’re falling behind. The harder we push, the emptier we feel.In this episode of Attention to Intention, I sit down with Jen Fisher, workplace well-being whisperer, to unpack:✨ Why we attach our worth to productivity—and the hidden cos...2025-02-2550 minThe Planner’s Passport - Wedding Planners, Travel Agents, Decades of StoriesMegan Travels to Sandals Montego Bay - with Kathy!This week on The Planner’s Passport, Megan heads back to Jamaica and visits Sandals Montego Bay! Along for the ride is her mom Kathy who's always up for a piña colada and some antics on the beach.
Will Jen's favorite OWM make it back to shore after his ill-advised windsurfing adventure? And how do Megan and Kathy take advantage of the baller butler service they received from their new best friend Marvin?
But most importantly, do they get in the tub?
You have to listen to find out so grab a Red Stripe and push play to hear all abo...2025-02-1949 minThe Planner’s Passport - Wedding Planners, Travel Agents, Decades of StoriesWedding Gratuity: Here's a Tip . . .This week, we’re tackling one of the most controversial wedding topics—tipping. Who gets tipped? How much? Is it really optional? (Hint: No.)
If you’re getting married, this episode will help you figure out who and how to tip your wedding pro team. If you’re a wedding vendor, this is a good listen too—because we know you have thoughts.
Jen and Megan break down what they tell their couples to do, share the biggest tip they ever received (which was “look both ways before you cross the street”), and try to answer the age-old...2025-02-121h 01
So Much To Say: A Legal Podcast For PeopleThe Fateful Peloton Ride That Changed It All (with Megan Senese + Jennifer Ramsey)Episode 1 is a little different as we celebrate stage's 2nd anniversary. Join co-founders, Jennifer Ramsey and Megan Senese as they discuss their jump from Big Law legal marketing two years ago into entrepreneur life running a woman-owned legal marketing and business development fractional company for law firms and lawyers. **Learn more about stage**Connect with your hosts, Megan Senese & Jen Ramsey2025-02-0639 minThe Planner’s Passport - Wedding Planners, Travel Agents, Decades of StoriesBTS: Jen in Hawaii, The Big IslandThis week on The Planner’s Passport, Jen takes us to the stunning Big Island of Hawaii! She explores Kona and Hilo, drives around the island, and visits incredible spots like the Krishna Cow Sanctuary in Papaikou, the Green Sand Beach at Papakōlea, and the Black Sand Beach at Punalu‘u.
Jen also indulges in a private dinner with Chef Ippy, owner of Nāpua at Mauna Lani, and shares tips for creating your own Hawaiian escape. Don’t miss this episode packed with breathtaking sights, local flavors, and travel inspiration!
Locations Highlighted:
Krishna Cow Sanctuary
Green Sand Beach at Papakōl...2025-01-2950 minThe Planner’s Passport - Wedding Planners, Travel Agents, Decades of StoriesBTS: In-House Catering v. Outside Catering Pros and ConsThis week, Jen and Megan are diving into all things catering—a topic every wedding planner and engaged couple needs to know about. And yes, they’re spilling a few new pet peeves along the way (you’re welcome!).
They’ll break down the pros and cons of in-house catering versus bringing in your own caterer, sharing behind-the-scenes insights on how to navigate this key decision. Plus, they’re dishing on some of the coolest, most creative catering setups they’ve pulled off with their partnered caterers—because who doesn’t love a good grazing table or a fresh oyster station? Of course, i...2025-01-1544 minThe Planner’s Passport - Wedding Planners, Travel Agents, Decades of StoriesBTS: Wedding Day TransportationThis week, Megan and Jen are driving (see what we did there?) into one of the most critical (and often overlooked) aspects of wedding planning—transportation! We’re sharing all the dos and don’ts of booking and coordinating transportation for your wedding day. Whether it’s getting the wedding party to the venue on time, managing shuttles for guests, or navigating last-minute logistics, we’ve got you covered.
Packed with practical tips and real-life examples, this episode is a must-listen for couples, wedding planners, and anyone looking to ensure a smooth, stress-free day. Because let’s face it—tran...2025-01-0838 minThe Planner’s Passport - Wedding Planners, Travel Agents, Decades of StoriesBTS: Holiday Weddings Pros and ConsIt’s that week between Christmas and New Year’s—when no one knows what day it is, wine is flowing, and schedules are out the window. We might be a little all over the place, but we’re still diving into the pros and cons of planning a holiday wedding!
If you’re recently engaged or in the early stages of wedding planning, this episode is full of helpful insights to guide you in choosing the perfect date for your big day. From planning for additional labor charges to the secret holiday you should choose if you don’t w...2024-12-2646 minThe Planner’s Passport - Wedding Planners, Travel Agents, Decades of StoriesBTS: Jen Takes on McDonalds and PragueIn this episode of The Planner’s Passport, Jen takes us on a rollercoaster trip through Munich and Prague, where she wandered through magical Christmas markets like a festive queen, drank her weight in Glühwein (a true talent), attended a European hockey game—because culture comes in all forms—and went on so many educational tours she could practically give one herself.
Of course, no trip is complete without a little chaos: she cried in the streets of Munich, found a lover in Prague (yes, you read that right), and hit up McDonald’s not once, but twice—because sometime...2024-12-1840 min
Halfway To Dead, A Midlife Spiritual JourneyEpisode 30 -Unlocking Midlife Transformation: Embracing Therapy with Megan Campbell-DegedehAre you ready to unlock the secrets of navigating midlife with resilience and grace? Join us for an insightful conversation with licensed clinical professional counselor Megan Campbell-Degedeh, who brings her wealth of expertise to the table. Together, we unravel the myths surrounding therapy and discuss why it's an essential tool for tackling many of the challenges we face in midlife. Hear how therapy can be a beacon of hope amidst rising anxiety and stress levels and find out how to take the first steps towards emotional healing. Ever wondered how to find a therapist who truly resonates wit...2024-12-111h 14