Here Comes the Drama with Christa Innis
Get ready for the wildest ride down the aisle and beyond! Here Comes the Drama dives into the chaos, hilarity, and heartwarming moments of weddings and events. Hosted by Christa Innis, the creator behind Party Planning by Christa, this podcast brings to life the jaw-dropping real-life wedding horror stories sent in by her 800,000 social media fans. Each episode features live reactions, advice on setting boundaries, and discussions about all things drama in the world of weddings, parties, and beyond. From outrageous mother-in-law tales to bridesmaid betrayals that could rival reality TV drama and more, no story is too big—or small. Whether you're a bride-to-be, party planner, or just love some juicy gossip, this show is your ultimate escape into the unexpected drama of some of life’s most celebrated moments. Listen, laugh, and maybe learn how to protect your peace along the way! New episodes weekly. Follow Party Planning by Christa on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook for more drama, behind-the-scenes moments, and more!
Episodes
This week’s story submission had it all: a forecast for a sunny, dreamy outdoor ceremony, completely upended by flash flooding, thunder, and lightning while the bride and her bridesmaids were still at the salon. From soggy dresses to late groomsmen, a misnamed officiant, and a brother-in-law signing the marriage license incorrectly, total chaos. Yet the brid...
This week, Christa sits down (again!) with wedding planner Bethy Abdissa for a raw, honest, and slightly unhinged look at what really happens behind the scenes… and yes, they dive headfirst into another jaw-dropping story that had them both saying: I’m sorry… WHAT?
From timeline disasters to emo...
In this episode, Christa Innis and Lucette Brown dive into one listener’s wild tale of wedding conflicts. They cover topics such as handling toxic relationships, sibling rivalry, and balancing personal happiness with family expectations. The episode also includes unpopular opinions on wedding traditions, a humorous take on wedding speeches gone wrong, and t...
From runaway brides to mothers-in-law who weaponize place cards, this past year has been filled with stories that cracked me open, lifted me up, and changed the way I see relationships entirely. In today’s special Thanksgiving episode, I’m bringing you the most heartfelt, jaw-dropping, empowering moments from the show — the ones that made me pa...
From unexpected guest list debates to a mother-in-law meltdown that left everyone speechless, Me and my best friend Ivette dive into the wild world of wedding chaos. This episode is packed with hot takes, emotional moments, and wedding horror stories you won’t believe! Should couples feel obligated to invite family? Is banning kids a crime? And why are so many in...
This episode features one of the wildest maid of honor stories ever submitted — from crashing bridal appointments to sabotaging the shower and stirring up chaos on the big day. Her behavior had everyone on edge.
We’re also diving into stories about controlling parents putting financial pressure on young couples, vendors who ghost or show...
This week, I’m diving into a listener story that starts with a secret elopement and ends in family chaos. We're talking group chat meltdowns, cold shoulders, and a mother-in-law who calls her “the family shame.”
Then we’re spilling tea on a viral makeup artist who showed up late, blamed her calendar, and still thought a part...
From boundary-crossing vendors to guests who take things a little too far, this episode unpacks the chaos that unfolds when people forget who the day is really about.
Bailey Lavender joins me for a candid chat on green flags, red flags, and how to set boundaries without being labeled a “bridezilla.” We share laughs, lessons, and real talk about co...
That’s just the beginning of this week’s story: because the drama only snowballs into kids being banned from weddings and a brother-in-law stuck in the middle! I’m also sharing the ultimate mother-in-law move: trying to hijack the bride’s careful...
Yeah… it’s that kind of episode. Christa and Cora Lakey spill the tea on one of the wildest wedding stories ever submitted: Fireball shots, a missing glass eye, and a bride in tears.
From chaotic ceremonies to healing after heartbreak, this episode dives into what happens when boundaries vanish: on the aisle and in real life. ...
Yeah… welcome to this week’s chaos. I’m kicking things off with a brand new game: red flag vs. green flag wedding edition. Spoiler alert, locking up guest phones? HARD no. Then I’m diving headfirst into one of the messiest three-wedding family sagas you’ve ever hear...
Yep, that actually happened. This week, I’m spilling not one, but two jaw-dropping wedding stories where guests went full villain mode. We’re talking sisters stealing the spotlight, friends acting like frenemies, and a guest who thought white was her color—brace yourself.
From family members who just can’t let go to attention-seekers desperate to make th...
Christa and Antoinette start off with some fun chatter about Antoinette’s heroic job before jumping into the wild tale of Erica, the bridesmaid who just couldn’t stand not being the center of attention. From sulking on a pontoon boat to hijacking the bridal shower, her jealousy turned every moment into a spectacle...
Christa reacts to a viral Reddit wedding horror story filled with outrageous demands: daily group chats, pricey dress fittings years in advance, and rules like “don’t look hotter than the bride.”
Then the chaos shifts to family feuds, shower invites without wedding invites, parent...
In this episode, Christa and Colleen Borgert dive deep into a story about a whirlwind engagement, a strained family dynamic, and a wedding that almost didn’t happen. Did the bride make the right choice when she called off the marriage after just one month?
Tune in as Christa and Colleen share candid t...
This episode dives into an unforgettable wedding story where chaos, drama, and unexpected twists steal the spotlight. From limo mix-ups and cross necklace demands to elopements and courthouse ceremonies, these real-life tales prove weddings rarely go as planned.
Listen as Christa and Paige navigate fiery family dynamics, outrageou...
Grab your wine, because this episode is a rollercoaster of family drama and jaw-dropping holiday chaos. Christa shares part 1 of Here Comes The Drama: A Ferris & Sloan Story, diving into Kate’s controlling ways and Ferris’ careful navigation to protect his relationship with Sloan. From Thanksgiving meltdowns to snow-covere...
From makeup disasters to fire alarms (yes, really), we hear a wild listener story that proves a great attitude and a solid DJ can save any wedding. Jen also share...
In this solo episode, we relive the wildest guest submissions from Here Comes the Drama, and trust—these stories are chaotic, cringey, and completely unforgettable:
In this episode, Ivette and I dive headfirst into the betrayal, the shame, and the silence that followed. We talk about what it means to grow up misunderstood, to be mocked for your mental health, and to finally say, “I’m done.”
If you’ve ever had to protect your peace at the cost of a relationship or felt that sic...
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