Southern Fried Spirits

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 swap ghost tales that are equal parts creepy and country. You’ll hear about a Waffle House specter that strikes at exactly 2:19 a.m., a Burger King play place with tiny phantom footprints, and even a hairless creature lurking outside a Popeyes in Louisiana. In true Hoot’n and Hollern fashion, it’s all laughter, light scares, and Southern charm — with a side of gravy, naturally.

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 the very real horrors of adulthood: missing trash day, surprise work meetings, and road hazards that’ll make your blood run cold. Plus, we hear a truly unforgettable story involving a foggy night, a family of raccoons, and a sound no one will forget. It’s a mix of parenting panic, late-night food debates, and spooky grown-up anxieties—all delivered with the usual Southern humor and camaraderie you’ve come to expect.   Check out our website where you'll find merch, previous episodes, and more: https://www.hootnandhollern.com/

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 combos, bootlegging DVDs before release day, and even gas stations that doubled as “mini Blockbusters.” The conversation veers into the quirky rules of back-room “adult sections,” libraries quietly moonlighting as game rental hubs, and the eternal mystery of why every shop was named some variation of Mega Hits Video Express Corner. Things get delightfully off the rails when Matt tries vaping for the first time, sparking comparisons to neon-lit rental shops and their questionable side hustles. The guys also dive into weird marketing tricks—from misleading movie covers to Netflix’s algorithm pulling the same stunt decades later. It’s a hilarious and surprisingly heartfelt look at the end of an era, where VHS tapes, DVDs, and even Redbox all had their moment before streaming took over. Check out our website where you'll find past episodes, merch, music playlists and more: https://www.hootnandhollern.com/  

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 still holds up. We also put our audience’s hot takes to the test with a countdown of the most overrated sitcoms ever—spoiler: Friends fans may want to skip this one. Plus, we crown the best (and worst) sitcom dads, with everyone from Danny Tanner to Dan Conner to Al Bundy getting put under the microscope. It’s nostalgia, debates, and plenty of laughs all from a possibly possessed couch.

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 slate, or just show up for the chaos of Vandy pulling off another upset, this one’s for you.

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 of locker fees. It’s a proper farewell to our favorite vape-in-the-couch contributor. Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode. You can also find every episode’s audio version (plus our merch) at hootnandhollern.com.

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, childhood memories of WCW vs. WWF allegiances, favorite gimmicks (shoutout Rikishi’s cheeks), VHS tape collections, and a peek into the secret superfan life of Rachel. If you ever hit “recall” on your remote between TNT and USA, this one’s for you.

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 our merch and more: https://www.hootnandhollern.com/

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. From The Chronic to Willennium, from arena anthems to the unfortunate rise of the Thong Song, we cover the good, the bad, and the nostalgically weird. Plus, hyper-local news involving small-town scandals, basement floods, and the dream of hosting our very own cruise. It’s a wild ride, y'all. Don't forget to sign a waiver with your cheeseburger.

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 on VHS? It’s a mix of bold opinions, heated debates, and more than a few personal stories along the way. If you grew up quoting these movies—or just wondering why every 90s coach had a tragic backstory—this one’s for you.