From shady bridesmaid scams to the best ways to find reliable wedding vendors, this episode of IDOIQ has it all. Brock from Brock Entertainment
and Brittany from Brittany Bloom Events and Design dig into a wild Reddit story about a bride who scammed her bridesmaids—and then shift gears to answer real wedding vendor questions every couple should be asking.

They cover everything from how to find and book trustworthy vendors, when to start the planning process, whether videography is really worth it, and how to handle hotel blocks, etiquette questions, and more. If you’re engaged (or just love wedding drama), this episode will give you insider tips to save stress, money, and heartache.

🔗 Connect with your hosts:

• Brittany Bloom Events and Design
• Brock Entertainment

In this hilarious and refreshingly real episode of the IDU IQ Podcast, Brock from Brock Entertainment and Brittany Bloom from B Bloom Events & Design drop some hard wedding (and marriage) truth bombs—including one backed by science: lower expectations might just be the secret to a happy marriage.

They get real about what it takes to make a marriage last, how to plan a wedding without burning out or breaking the bank, and why communication trumps perfection every time. From wedding day timeline tips and elopement ideas to open bar drama and why the bouquet toss should be canceled, this episode is packed with expert insight and candid laughs.

Whether you're tying the knot, helping someone plan, or just enjoy hearing two pros dish the truth with humor and heart—this one's for you.

🔥 Topics Covered:

• Why high expectations can sabotage your relationship
• The real ideal wedding day timeline (and why once the dance floor opens, you never stop it)
• DIY disasters to avoid (especially the music)
• Budget-friendly hacks that still make a wedding memorable
• The open bar debate: worth it or wallet buster?

🎧 Featuring:
🎤 Brock – www.djbrockentertainment.com
🎤 Brittany Bloom – bbloomeventsanddesign.com

On this episode of the IDOIQ Podcast, Brock from Brock Entertainment and guest Brittany Bloom of Bloom Events & Design dive headfirst into the wild world of weddings and TikTok trends — starting with a woman who literally married a river to raise awareness about pollution. (Yes, you read that right.)

From private last dances and viral bridal party entrances to the rise of wedding content creators and the fading appeal of rotary phone guestbooks, we break down what’s trending, what’s timeless, and what might be totally overdone. We also get real about couples chasing viral moments versus soaking in the actual memories.

Whether you're planning your wedding or just love some behind-the-scenes banter, this episode is packed with laughs, opinions, and insights that every couple and vendor needs to hear.

Follow us on Instagram @theidoiqpodcast and let us know — what trend are you loving, leaving, or totally over?