Say Yes! with Carla Hall

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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.

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Listen Now: Don’t Cross Kat
Mar 31, 2025 – 00:05:49
Glennon Doyle’s A G*damned Cheetah
Sep 22, 2020 – 00:42:14
Kristen Bell Gets Messy
Sep 15, 2020 – 00:45:40
Introducing: Say Yes! with Carla Hall
Aug 28, 2020 – 00:01:57

Recent Reviews

switchboarder 18

Love love love this

Carla us a fabulous interviewer. Calming voice & great guests so far. Keep it up ❤️
the fake jane

Please Return

The podcast is great. I miss Carla! I hope this is a summer break and she’ll return soon.
CCarcases

When ?

I enjoy it very much! However, it’s been off for a good while now. When will it be returning with new guests? Thank you
Ajhartsfield

Just say yes it is worth it

Carla’s podcast found me right in the midst of quarantine, down dark and disconnected. Through her interviews, inspiring message, infectious laugh and excellent guest I have found a new hope and joy. Taking on Carla’s enthusiasm for play and fun. I now carve out time each day just to play and I’m loving it.
CLT_E

Joyful & Genuine

Carla Hall is an excellent podcast host. You can feel her joy and her genuine interest in learning about her guest. It’s authentic. It’s honest. My only hope is she says Yes to another season because I cannot get enough!
Janet in Bothell

Say yes

I love this podcast! I’ve always enjoyed Carla Hall on cooking shows and she is a great interviewer - such interesting guests and lovely conversation!
Jtimmer

One of my new favs

I love Carla! Her energy, empathy, intelligence, humor and love of people is infectious! I truly enjoy this each week! I am glad I said Yes!
rrrrr6262

Weekly wonder.

Each Tuesday I wake up excited to hear Carla and her guest chat about food, memories, and life. I appreciate the resources that are suggested and would love to make biscuits with Carla one day. Robin
Quelle93

My favorite Podcast

This is the perfect podcast to help relieve stress, especially while driving busy roads. Carla's interviews are so motivating and inspiring. Thank you, Carla for bringing these clips when we needed them most.
linnealein

Carla is so fun!

I’m really enjoying Carla’s show and each of her guests. Learning something new with each episode. Love, love, love!
slotv1994

love this

Love this and love you since your top chef days. Might want to look into the darious Rucker interview as we cant hear Darius about 14 minutes into interview.
bobert28

Yes! (To This Podcast!)

Carla Hall is such a genuine person and I love listening to what she has to say. One of my favorite podcasts to tune in to.
Safeway Glenn

Say Yes... when it comes to Carla, I always “Say Yes!!

What an amazing Podcast!!!!
Joey G not in NYC

Joyous!

The show is straight up JOY.It’s like listening to friends having terrific conversations. So happy to have found this podcast!!
Dideng1

Love this Podcast!

Carla, thank you for this wonderful, uplifting podcast. You are a great interviewer and your guests are fabulous.
GreenOnion0914

Carla is the best!!

I’ve loved Carla since Top Chef, and I love how this podcast showcases another side of her amazing personality!! Like other reviewers, I’m also SO GRATEFUL to hear so much of my own struggles in both Carla and her guests!! This is the perfect balm for the current time!!
lilleasjoan

I didn’t know I needed this!

Wish this show was every day! I always thought I was alone with my anxiety but I’m not and you are giving us tools to help! Thank you, thank you!!!!
epic conversations

Love, love, love!

I never write reviews, but I have to this time! This podcast is all about light hearted, amazing conversations! I am inspired, I have learned so much and laugh! It’s all the best things wrapped up in one conversation! It’s a must listen to!
ChefRaene

A delightful realness

Say Yes! is a breath of fresh air. Carla’s light shines through this podcast as it does via television, offering listeners brightness and authenticity in each episode. ❤️
Randi D M

Carla is a Gem

It’s so refreshing to hear pure, undiluted positivity in today’s age. Carla is a beacon and reminds me to stay in the now, and do what I can to keep optimistic, cheers to some hopeful new beginnings and to saying YES!
SiSi3454

Best Podcast Ever!!!

I LOVE LOVE LOVE this podcast the courage that it takes to say yes at any point in your life should be celebrated and thats what Carla does. She’s the friend and confidant that everyone can relate to. Thank you for this unique podcast with diverse guest across the spectrum. Really inspiring! Keep up the good work! S.
gentjud

♥️♥️♥️♥️

LOVE THIS PODCAST, I love Carla and i need to have the CHEW BACK but at least i have her podcast so there you stupid people who cxld the CHEW THANK U Carla!!!!!
Glfher1

Love love love

Carla is so down to earth. I love learning about her journey and I love the questions she ask her guest. I feel like I am sitting at the kitchen table with her, enjoying good conversation. Hey Carla I too have my grocery list by section and aisle. And, I love her mantra. “Say Yes, the adventures begin and the you grow”. I wish I knew this during my management days for all my parks and rec staff. Listen and enjoy
Beverly Chandran

Carla’s interview style lends towards great conversations

Listening to this podcast series was so entertaining as well S informative. It feels like you have known your guest forever when in fact you this was your first interview for quite a few of them. Very enjoyable!
CBL2021

Warm, Human & Honest

We’re all on a quest of discovery in this human experience. Through Carla’s podcast, I have been introduced to people I did not know and am now intrigued and inspired by. “say Yes” is a great addition to my regular podcast lineup.
Apelovespodcasts

I say YES to Carla!

I heard about this podcast while listening to another of my regular podcasts and I’m so happy I decided to give it a listen as I have found another favorite. Carla’s interviews feel real and we not only learn about her guests but also about Carla and what adventure have come about from saying yes. This is now in my regular rotation and I might have to go back and watch Too Chef, too. Thanks for the inspiration, Carla!
Mpls Guy in the Car

Always Smiling!

Loved Carla Hall since Top Chef when she described her food as giving you a warm hug! Genuinely interested in people and learning about the world. These are great podcasts full of inspiration and fun.
Julia Mora

YOU HAD NEEDED IT!!

I didn’t know I needed Carla Hall in my life every week, but I definitely do, and so do you. I couldn’t stomach The Chew because it wasn’t the right flavor for me, but I SAY YES to SAY YES. It’s real, there’s wisdom, friendship, humor, comfort and learning. Really, what else could you want in a podcast?
MG-IL podcast fan

Just what we need!

Carla is a breath of fresh air! She has interesting guests and has a relaxed style that allows conversations to flow naturally. Guests share more and makes the interviews fabulous. I’m a Carla fan from Top Chef and the Chew, she is awesome!❤️
Snazzimagic

This podcast will motivate you!

Carla, I love the work you do and let me tell you this ‘Say Yes’ makes me smile. You are such a rock star. I only wish I had the energy you have. And please come show me how you do biscuits 😍 seriously! Xoxo
starving artist 101

Guaranteed good mood!

I absolutely love Carla and the love that this podcast sends out. It is definitely a beacon of light, love and hope during this cray-cray time ❤️
Look4her

Joy

Carla is such a great host. She asks amazing questions and easily connects people. I’m so glad I found this podcast. I’ve loved Carla since Top Chef and always thought she carried a special light. I love to hear how she brings happiness to her life and her guests. Each podcasts gives me a reflection on my life and strive to do better each day!
1977Vat

Love Carla!

Carla is great and she’s a great interviewer. She really listens to hers guests’ responses too! (Not all interviewers so that...)
mommacrees

This is Awesome

I thought I was going to listen to a podcast about cooking but this is so good! I love the concept you created. I am working on saying yes more now too.
Cygnet357

Love Carla!

I loved Carla on Top Chef but I never would have thought of her for a podcast. I listened out of curiosity and I am hooked. Carla’s approach is so thoughtful and her comments move the interviews along without taking over. Kudos to Carla!
Melackfood

Such a joy to listen to

I love Carla’s energy and excitement. This is a great podcast when you want to step away from the news.
Sandra116

Delightful in every way...

This podcast is more than delightful... Carla’s magical “human” touch, her honesty, her humor, her wisdom, and her generous sharing heart makes the show a real life conversation worth your time. Thank you! Be well, and Be happy...
Used to love...

Love it

From serious to light-hearted, this podcast is amazing!
JanetPDX

I❤️Carla!

Carla is a breath of fresh air. I love her positivity and down-to earth sensibility. I spent this afternoon making real biscuits (yeah! Not from a can that pops!) and catching up on the last 2 podcasts on a rainy afternoon in Portland OR, and it was delightful.
Victoria571

New Favorite Podcast

Carla is so inspiring! Her enthusiasm for adventure and life is contagious, and her interviews with guests are a balance of entertaining and thought-provoking. I love the personal touches that Carla adds to her podcast, like biscuit time. Truly a great podcast!
NFL-LAB

Fresh Approach...Real Talk!

Carla’s insightful questions and interesting guests lead to captivating conversations. She discusses issues that don’t usually get attention - yet are secretly on the minds of many - with enthusiasm and humility. Guests are not the usual suspects.
aspenel

Go Girls!!!

Fabulous and hopeful interview with Chelsea Handler! Love it all!!
SahmSamm

The BEST

Exactly what 2020 needed, I feel good after every episode!! Thank you Carla for being you❤️
daykelse

Exactly what we need right now!

Thank you for this podcast!
ADJ424

Favorite “Running” Podcast

I listen to A LOT of podcasts on my morning runs. This one is truly my favorite. ❤️❤️❤️ Haven’t missed a week. The conversations make me smile, laugh out loud and reflect on how I can just surrender and “SAY. YES!!!”. Keep doing you’re thing, Carla Hall!!!!
CLim8er

Woo-hoo!

Carla never cease to impress me. From being a finalist in “Top Chef”, a host in “The Chew” and now having her own podcast, she’s consistently kind, fun, relatable, easy to like, never boring and shows a lot of heart and interest in whatever she’s doing. Thanks and good luck, Carla!
linox08

Like no other!

I always saw myself as a very positive and optimistic person. ALWAYS until I met this the beautiful persona of Carla three years ago. She really recharged me with good energy every time I get to see her. But now podcasting? Ugh this change the game! I can listen to her without having to fly to DC! Everyday! Nah y’all cannot beat that! I’m in aw with the content. It fuel me up in ways I wasn’t expecting. I literally cannot wait for every Tuesday to come. I only have one question. What’s the name of the theme song of the show? I would love to have it. #tuesdayisthenewfriday
matthewdlyons

Great Energy and Rapport

I really enjoy each podcast. You can tell Carla is genuinely interested in her guests and has such joy in conversation. In a sea of so many podcasts it is so good to Say Yes to this one. Kudos Carla!
AmO'MM

Love!

Carla is so lovely and has a great rapport with her guests. This was such a pleasure to listen to!
Jeblistener

The positivity that we all need

Love Carla and her podcast! Her podcast always puts me in such a great mood and is a breath of fresh air with such positivity. So far I've enjoyed all of her guests and taken something alway from listening.