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Ya Gotta Eat

Robert St. John, Drew Wooton

Booking Overview

This cuisine-and-culture interview series features meals and unfiltered conversations with chefs, restaurateurs, food producers, musicians, artists, and notable regional figures. PR agencies could credibly pitch award-winning culinary professionals, hospitality leaders, distinctive food producers, touring musicians, artists, and community-minded entrepreneurs with compelling personal or regional stories; booking difficulty is likely low to medium because the show regularly features accessible professionals and regional personalities rather than only high-profile celebrities.

Metrics

Episodes: 16

Frequency: Monthly

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: USA

Instagram: 1.4k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

yagottaeatshow@gmail.com

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Host

Robert St. John - Mississippi restaurateur and author whose work centers on food, hospitality, and Southern culture.

Drew Wooton - Filmmaker who co-hosts conversations about cuisine, culture, and the people connected through food.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

low
Typical Credentials:  
Chefs, restaurateurs, food producers, ranchers, hospitality professionals, musicians, artists, and noteworthy regional figures with distinctive expertise, accomplishments, or personal stories.
Required Achievements:  
Operating or building a notable restaurant, ranch, or food business, Earning recognition for culinary, agricultural, artistic, or musical work, Developing meaningful community, philanthropic, or cultural initiatives, Building a career with a compelling personal or regional connection

Recent Guest Discussions

Mick Utley - Touring, The Coral Reefer Legacy, Music, Food, And Life On The Road.

Scotty Emerick - Touring, The Coral Reefer Legacy, Music, Food, And Life On The Road.

Eric Darken - Touring, The Coral Reefer Legacy, Music, Food, And Life On The Road.

Mac McAnally - Touring, The Coral Reefer Legacy, Music, Food, And Life On The Road.

Marcus Carr - Music, Djing, Family, Fatherhood, Fitness, Philanthropy, Mental Health, And Community Service.

Recent Topics

Cuisine, Chefs, Restaurants, Food Culture, Music

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Ya Gotta Eat
:

Mary Ryan Brown | Ya Gotta Eat #16

September 16, 2026

Mary Ryan Brown was always going to make it--at least that's what Robert St. John will tell you. So it comes as no surprise that this lunch at The Maple Bar in Hattiesburg was an absolute blast to talk all things comedy and content.Mary Ryan is a writer, comedian, content creator, mom and possibly one of the most intelligent and poised people you may ever have the opportunity to hear speak. Her meteoric rise to prominence is only matched by her work ethic and ability to express herself effici...

Jimmy Buffett Told Us to Keep the Party Going | The Coral Reefer Band | Ya Gotta Eat #15

July 29, 2026

In this episode of Ya Gotta Eat, Robert St. John and Drew Wooton get an all-access pass to the green room at the Florida-Alabama line, sharing a meal with members of Jimmy Buffett’s Coral Reefer Band — Mac McAnally, Eric Darken, Scotty Emerick, and Mick Utley.These guys are keeping the party going per Buffett’s own request, carrying the Coral Reefer legacy forward on tour night after night. They stepped away from the road for one afternoon to hang with us, and we wanted you to feel like you w...

This DJ Keeps it Positive | Marcus Carr aka DJ Kujho | Ya Gotta Eat #14

July 15, 2026

DJ Kujho brings the good vibes, but the story behind the energy runs deep.Born and raised in Hattiesburg, MS, Marcus Carr, better known as DJ Kujho, has built a career around music, movement, community, and purpose. From school events and Southern Miss game days to cruise ships, corporate events, weddings, fitness spaces, and stages far beyond Mississippi, Kujho has become one of the Pine Belt’s most recognizable entertainers.In Episode 14 of Ya Gotta Eat, Robert St. John and Drew Wooton sit ...

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Frequently asked questions

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Ya Gotta Eat
:

How do I get in touch with Ya Gotta Eat?

Ya Gotta Eat is hosted by Robert St. John and Drew Wooton. Its publicly listed email is yagottaeatshow@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Ya Gotta Eat?

The publicly listed email for Ya Gotta Eat: yagottaeatshow@gmail.com.

How many listeners does Ya Gotta Eat have?

Podseeker estimates Ya Gotta Eat reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Ya Gotta Eat?

Ya Gotta Eat typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Chefs, restaurateurs, food producers, ranchers, hospitality professionals, musicians, artists, and noteworthy regional figures with distinctive expertise, accomplishments, or personal stories. Common among recent guests: Operating or building a notable restaurant, ranch, or food business; Earning recognition for culinary, agricultural, artistic, or musical work; Developing meaningful community, philanthropic, or cultural initiatives. Recent guests include Mick Utley, Scotty Emerick, and Eric Darken.

How hard is it to get booked on Ya Gotta Eat?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does Ya Gotta Eat cover?

Recent episodes cover Cuisine, Chefs, Restaurants, Food Culture, and Music. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

yagottaeatshow@gmail.com

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