Are weddings worth it?

In this episode of Net Net Podcast, Lizzy and Lissa break down the hidden costs – financial and otherwise – of weddings. Beyond the costs of venues and vendors, they also talk about the social, mental, and emotional costs associated with weddings. What do you think, are weddings worth it? Main Topics 00:00 Introduction and Wedding Costs Overview 01:20 Running The Numbers Segment 02:22 Why Do People Even Care About Weddings 06:42 Personal Wedding Experiences 12:48 The Emotional Costs of Wedding Planning 18:53 Family Politics 25:01 Balancing Wedding Costs and Emotional Stress 28:35 Reflections on Marriage and Divorce 32:13 The Time Spent on Wedding Planning 41:40 20 Cents Segment References for Statistics https://www.theknot.com/content/wedding-data-insights/real-weddings-study Co-Hosts Lizzy Marie, CAIA, is a strategist, alternative investments expert, and a founding partner of Pursuit Funds. Follow Lizzy: Instagram | TikTok Lissa Lumutenga, CFP®, AFC®, is a personal finance expert and content creator. Follow Lissa: YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | LinkedIn Credits ► Produced by Lizzy Marie and Lissa Lumutenga ► Artwork by Lizzy Marie ► Music by Lissa Lumutenga, Net Net Podcast “Theme Song” Talk to us Hit us up, let us know what you think: IS IT WORTH IT? 💸 DM us on Instagram: @netnetpodcast Email us at [email protected] Disclaimer This podcast is for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only, and should not be constituted as financial advice or any other kind of professional advice. Views and opinions are our own, and Net Net Podcast does not serve as a substitute for personalized financial guidance tailored to your specific situation. Remember to always do YOUR own research, consult a professional as needed, and feel empowered to make your own decisions!