Hoot’n & Holler’n With Matt Mitchell

In this episode of Hootin’ & Hollerin’, the guys take trip back to the era when MTV stopped playing music videos and started changing television forever. They break down how The Real World laid the foundation for modern reality TV, from its awkward early production missteps to the shockingly low pay for cast members who unknowingly became cultural guinea pigs  .   From there, the conversation...

In this episode of Hootin’ & Hollerin’, the guys take a nostalgic (and mildly traumatic) stroll through the early days of the internet—back when dial-up screamed like a wounded robot, pop-ups promised free cruises, and nobody trusted putting a credit card online.   From first memories of logging on, AOL screen names, and getting kicked offline by an aunt who just had to make a phone call, to t...

Scattered & Covered (From the Vault)   We took the week between Christmas and New Year’s off… but we didn’t leave you hanging.   Before Hootin’ & Hollerin’ was Hootin’ & Hollerin’, Matt and Eric had a very ambitious idea: set up podcast equipment in random places across the South and interview whoever was brave (or bored) enough to sit down. That concept was called Scattered & Cove...

The gang reviews Matt's list of 11 things he'd like to leave behind in 2025, ranging from Katy Perry to Labubus to a pair of numbers we dare not say out loud. 

In this episode of Hoot'n & Holler'n, the guys take a deep dive into the very specific types of people you’ll find in every small Southern town. If you’ve ever lived near one gas station, you already know exactly who we’re talking about. From the mechanic everybody trusts (but who might keep your truck for two years), to the gas station regulars who know more local gossip than the newspaper, t...

The boys kick off a chaotic Christmas episode by debating decorations, dodging imaginary squirrels in the studio, and reminiscing about the chaotic Rankin & Bass classics that shaped their childhoods. From beloved VHS tapes and questionable 80s choir memories to heated takes on Christmas music—Mariah Carey, Sinatra, Elvis, Trans-Siberian Orchestra, and the tragic saga of “Christmas Shoes”—no s...

This week on Hoot’n and Holler’n, the crew takes a nostalgic stroll through the golden age of malls when KB Toys was king, Sears still mattered, and the smell of popcorn from The Peanut Shack basically was cologne. From abandoned anchor stores to stolen wallets at JCPenney, Toys “R” Us bankruptcy gossip, the death of fountains and wishing wells, and the true chaos of Costco on a Saturday—this epis...

In this episode, we’re joined by Alabama comedy legend Jermaine “FunnyMaine” Johnson—creator of the long-running “how Bama fans watch” videos and one of the sharpest, funniest voices in Southern football culture. We talk about rivalry week energy, which fanbases crave his respect the loudest, why Tennessee may secretly lead the nation in trash talk, and how the chaos of college football fuels what...

Comedian Dusty Slay joins Hoot’n and Holler’n for an hour of Southern storytelling, comedy wisdom, and pure chaos in the best way. Dusty walks us through his wild late-night TV experiences, growing up in an Alabama trailer park, and why breaking down country songs has become one of his most beloved bits. We dig into hecklers, crowd work, touring the South, Travis Tritt conspiracy theories, and Dus...

It’s Thanksgiving time at Hoot’n & Holler’n, which means: zero salads, infinite rolls, and several emotionally charged opinions about banana pudding. Matt, Joey, Eric, and Drake kick off with their usual cultural analysis — aka complaining about Ollie’s and Big Lots — before diving headfirst into the most sacred Southern holiday of all: the one about food. In this episode, we debate the “10 Th...

Buckle up for a haunted road trip through the South’s spookiest drive-thrus! In this Halloween special, the Hoot’n and Hollern crew serves up a platter of ghost stories from your favorite chain restaurants — because even the afterlife can’t resist a combo meal. From the Drive-Thru Whisperer haunting a Jack’s in Parrish, Alabama, to the Footlong Phantom stalking a Subway in Yazoo City, the boys swa...

In this episode of Hoot’n and Holler’n, the crew starts off with the real pressing questions—like how many air fryers is too many—before celebrating a brand-new baby in the family. From sleepless nights and luxury diapers to wild DoorDash mishaps, they cover the chaotic, hilarious realities of adult life. Then, with Halloween looming, the guys shift from childhood fears of ghosts and monsters to t...

This week on Hootn and Hollern, Matt, Eric, Drake, and Joey take a nostalgic trip down the aisles of long-gone video rental stores. From the rise of mom-and-pop shops to the reign of Blockbuster, the crew remembers the thrill of snagging a new release off a fully stocked wall and the terror of late fees that could rival a mortgage payment. They swap stories about shady tanning-bed/video-store comb...

This week on Hoot’n and Holler’n, the set might be haunted—but that won’t stop us from diving headfirst into the world of sitcoms. From the unforgettable theme songs that raised us (“Sanford & Son,” Fresh Prince, and even New Girl’s five-second curse) to the iconic family shows we gathered around (Home Improvement, Full House, Boy Meets World), we’re reliving the cheesy glory and debating what...

It’s a big one, y’all. The Hoot’n and Holler’n crew is joined by Robert Clay and Josh Snead of SEC Shorts, the comedy duo behind some of the internet’s funniest takes on college football. We get into why SEC fans are different, the fine line between roasting your own team and going too far, and which coaches would actually be fun on camera. Whether you live for rivalries, watch every Saturday slat...

It’s back-to-school season, and for Hoot’n and Holler’n, that means saying goodbye to one of our own. This episode marks Shane’s last ride before he trades in podcast mics for online college classes (and maybe a fancy owl mascot hoodie). We send him off in style the only way we know how—by reminiscing about questionable lunchroom “delicacies,” PE class horror stories, and the mysterious economics...

This week on Hoot’n & Holler’n, the boys dive headfirst off the top rope into the golden age of 90s wrestling. From the chaos of the Monday Night Wars to the rise of the NWO, Sting in the rafters, Goldberg’s undefeated streak, and Stone Cold’s beer truck entrance, we’re breaking down everything that made pro wrestling in the 90s an absolute fever dream of mullets, muscles, and mayhem. Plus, ch...

Tristan Tritt joins Matt, Eric, Drake, and Joey to talk music, mayhem, and growing up as the son of a country legend (and possible werewolf). We cover the evolution of his sound, why he ditched the “industry mold,” tour life in a minivan, and the fine art of reading a rowdy crowd. Also: gas station pizza rankings, chaotic cover songs, and the most inappropriate barfight weapon ever.   Check out ou...

What do Cowboy Cody, a raccoon in a Kentucky bar, and the Space Jam soundtrack have in common? Absolutely nothing—except they all come up in this episode of Hoot’n & Holler’n. The gang dives deep into the golden era of ‘90s hip-hop, revisiting the first tracks that got them hooked, arguing about rap soundtracks, and paying homage to platinum-haired icons and ghostwritten Bugs Bunny diss tracks...

In this episode, the crew heads straight to the heart of 90s nostalgia—sports movies. Big thanks to Chris Yow from Tennessee for tossing us the idea! From underdog comebacks to Cajun comedies, we’re breaking down the best and worst the decade had to offer. We’re talking D3: The Mighty Ducks, Varsity Blues, The Waterboy, Heavyweights, and more. Which ones still hold up? Which ones should’ve stayed...

Leftovers: better hot or cold? The crew kicks things off debating pizza, fried chicken, and hibachi rice straight from the fridge. That somehow leads to backyard grill talk, Blackstone burgers, and why steak over fire just hits different. Then it’s a stroll through the “Are we too old for this?” zone—bar fights, loud music, clubs, and the rise of travel ball madness. We wrap it up with a chat abou...

Matt, Eric, Drake, Shane, and Joey take a boot-stompin’ stroll through the wild, weird world of 90s country music. From mullets to music videos, we dig into what made the era great—and what left us scratching our heads. A good chunk of this episode is devoted to unraveling Travis Tritt’s curious obsession with wheelchairs in his music videos. Is it symbolism? Is it method acting? Is Travis… a were...

We kick off this episode with the surprising news of people smuggling eggs across borders and explore the peculiar happenings when a python is found living in a Chili's parking lot for two months. We also delve into the entertaining world of reality TV, a guilty pleasure for some and a source of disdain for others. From the chaos of bar rescue missions to the timeless appeal of older reality shows...

Join Matt, Eric, and Drake for an interview with Valyn Hall, who portrays Aunt Tiffany in HBO's hit series The Righteous Gemstones. We dive into her experiences on set, her unique approach to the character, and what it was like being part of the show's final season. Discover the amusing and heartfelt moments as Hall shares insights about the show's family dynamics and her memorable interactions wi...

Join us for an eclectic episode as we hop into a revealing chat with the Easter Bunny, uncovering holiday secrets and discussing everything from his unexpected nickname to the economics of egg pricing. We'll also journey south to discover how a fondness for Waffle House became a surprising recruitment tool for Troy's men's basketball team. Finally, we delve into a mix of humor and Easter tradition...