Featured Session: Last Meals Live with Mythical Chef Josh
Summary
From the team behind Good Mythical Morning comes Last Meals – the hit food-interview series where guests share the meal they'd want to eat before they die. Following crowd-favorite live tapings at Cannes and The Infatuation’s EEEEEATSCON 2025, Last Meals Live brings its signature blend of humor, heart, and existential reflection to SXSW. Featuring a special guest(s) tied to the festival, this session promises big questions, viral social media moments and a truly one-of-a-kind experience.
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Contributors
- Tefi Pessoa
- Keith Lee
- Elyse Myers
- Josh Scherer
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