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Say Yes! with Carla Hall

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  • 4.5 (545)
  • SOCIETY & CULTURE

Carla Hall has a mantra: “Say yes. Adventure follows, then growth.” Taking risks is how she became a world-renowned chef (two-time Top Chef Finalist) and television personality (Netflix’s Crazy Delicious, Good Morning America). All along the way, she’s had to deal with people saying “No" to her—a lot. And she’s not the only one.  On SAY YES!, Carla connects with people who've found success through adversity. In each conversation, her guests talk about how they overcame their own challenges, and how they keep going...even when it seems impossible. Because nobody’s life path is a straight line, and we can all learn from one another’s experiences. Audible subscribers can listen to all episodes of Say Yes! with Carla Hall ad-free right now. Join Audible today by downloading the Audible app.

  1. 04/13/2021 • WONDERY+ ONLY

    Carla Says Yes to Biscuits

    Say Yes is going to be taking a break, but the show so far has been a journey! Carla recounts some of her favorite moments from past interviews, and gives a critical list of requirements for good biscuits. This week’s ingredient: if you’re not full of biscuits already, get Carla’s cornbread from goldbelly.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    8 min

  2. 04/06/2021 • WONDERY+ ONLY

    Suze Orman Saves for Security

    Planning for the future shouldn’t come as an afterthought, but it’s often one of the hardest things to talk about. Financial expert Suze Orman has spent her career giving advice to help people take control of their money and save for an emergency. She talks with Carla about how she first got into finance as a waitress with no background knowledge, and quickly became a top performing broker. And Suze tells Carla about the health emergency she recently suffered, and how it made her slow down in life. This week’s ingredient: talk with a family member or friend about your short-term money goals! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    50 min

  3. 03/30/2021 • WONDERY+ ONLY

    Jesse Tyler Ferguson Cooks Up Possibilities

    It’s hard to let go of controlling so many things in our lives - when a beloved project ends, what our kids will grow up to be - but all the more rewarding when we accept the unexpected. Jesse Tyler Ferguson, best known for playing Mitchell on Modern Family, pivoted from acting to write a cookbook with his friend Julie Tanous, Food Between Friends. He talks with Carla about the end of Modern Family, his love for cooking, the state cookie of New Mexico, and being a new parent - an exercise in being ready for anything. This week’s ingredient: cook a favorite recipe with a family member or friend that has special significance to you, and share those memories with them! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    45 min

  4. 03/23/2021 • WONDERY+ ONLY

    Iliza Shlesinger Is a Morning Person

    Sometimes following your own rhythm is the best example you can show others. Iliza Shlesinger, comedian and actor, is known for her Netflix standup specials including Unveiled and Elder Millennial. She and her husband also started a series of cooking videos called Don’t Panic Pantry, to show people how to cook some favorite home cooking staples during the pandemic. Iliza and Carla talk about being morning people in the very late night industries of comedy and restaurants, and Iliza shares how she’s never felt shy or hesitant about being herself. In fact, sharing personal experiences on stage has shown her how many women are dealing with the same challenges. This week’s ingredient: let go of your texting expectations and forgive those unanswered messages! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    52 min

  5. 03/16/2021 • WONDERY+ ONLY

    Folake Olowofoyeku Explores New Worlds

    Being the newbie in the room can be embarrassing, but how else will you expand your horizons? Folake Olowofoyeku, star of Bob Hearts Abishola, talks with Carla about moving from Nigeria to the US, stepping into her first big TV role, and navigating her first press event. Plus they discuss the differences in racial identity and experience between Black Americans and Nigerian immigrants, and the deliciousness of West African food. This week’s ingredient: practice your posture! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    52 min

  6. 03/09/2021 • WONDERY+ ONLY

    Darius Rucker Sings of Sunshine

    It’s scary to break away from the group and start a solo project, but the new adventure can bring creative success. For Darius Rucker, frontman of Hootie and the Blowfish and Grammy-winning country music singer, another bandmate’s departure signaled the beginning of his solo career. As a Black man, Darius’ path into the mostly white industry of country music was difficult but rewarding. He talks with Carla about the musicians who inspired him, his career in music, and his new single Beers and Sunshine. This week’s ingredient: have a karaoke party to sing the music you loved growing up! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    37 min

  7. 03/02/2021 • WONDERY+ ONLY

    Danielle Evans Writes New Histories

    Sometimes getting a creative project done means being willing to risk failure - that’s what award winning author Danielle Evans learned from writing her second book, The Office of Historical Corrections. Danielle talks to Carla about how she tricked herself into writing through a block, and how feedback provides important insight during the writing process. And they discuss the ways that storytelling can show different perspectives on American history, apologies, and second chances. This week’s ingredient: try telling a familiar story from another voice or perspective! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    47 min

  8. 02/23/2021 • WONDERY+ ONLY

    Clea Shearer and Joanna Teplin Organize the Perfect Partnership

    If you’re used to working alone, it’s tempting to just keep going solo - but finding the right person to work with can make an enormous difference. For Joanna Teplin and Clea Shearer, becoming partners and starting their home organizing business together was unexpected, but an instant success. Their show on Netflix, Getting Organized with the Home Edit, shows Clea and Joanna doing what they love best: organizing mess and chaos into labeled containers and restoring balance. They talk with Carla about how a random lunch date turned into a business meeting, and how their introvert/extrovert combination is the perfect match. This week’s ingredient: organize and edit a space, even just a shelf, to make it functional and beautiful! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    49 min
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Carla Hall has a mantra: “Say yes. Adventure follows, then growth.” Taking risks is how she became a world-renowned chef (two-time Top Chef Finalist) and television personality (Netflix’s Crazy Delicious, Good Morning America). All along the way, she’s had to deal with people saying “No" to her—a lot. And she’s not the only one.  On SAY YES!, Carla connects with people who've found success through adversity. In each conversation, her guests talk about how they overcame their own challenges, and how they keep going...even when it seems impossible. Because nobody’s life path is a straight line, and we can all learn from one another’s experiences. Audible subscribers can listen to all episodes of Say Yes! with Carla Hall ad-free right now. Join Audible today by downloading the Audible app.

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