Best Aaron Ritter Podcasts (2025)

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#133 - Friendship Myths 30:46

3d ago30:46

30:46

Matt and Aaron break down common friendship myths. As we all know there are things we believe to be true about friendship, but were did we get these beliefs from and when put to the test are they actually accurate? Usually the answer is no! here are some common friendship myths we discuss/debunk: Friendship should last forever Good friends never ar…

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#132 - The Friendship Social Contract 32:19

10d ago32:19

32:19

Matt and Karo dive into the Friendship Social Contract - the unspoken rules that hold friendships together. From keeping secrets to showing up on time (and what happens when you don’t), they explore the quiet agreements that separate great friends from flaky ones. Watch this episode on YouTube! Get MOTY merch at manoftheyearpodcast.com Man of the Y…

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#131 - The Loneliness Economy 30:40

17d ago30:40

30:40

An entire ecosystem is being built around confronting the loneliness epidemic. Matt and Karo discuss all the new ways help is there for you and all the pros and cons.The Government even has an entire program to help you become more socially fit. Watch this episode on YouTube! Get MOTY merch at manoftheyearpodcast.com Man of the Year on Instagram, Y…

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Episode 37: Brad Brooks - Argali Outdoors 45:03

24d ago45:03

45:03

Episode 37: Brad Brooks - Owner of Argali Outdoors. Argali Outdoors is one of my favorite companies in the outdoor industry. Since being introduced to the brand in 2022, I have relied on Argali shelters ever since. Additionally, the men and women behind the scenes are avid wilderness adventurers and we share similar passions. This is one of the sho…

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#130 - #NoRegrets 34:49

24d ago34:49

34:49

We all have regrets in life – but we don’t often talk about friendship regret – that falling out you never reconciled, that misunderstanding you never corrected, that old pal you never picked up the phone and called. This week Matt and Karo talk about how to deal with and avoid friendship regret. Also, vasectomies. Watch this episode on YouTube! Ge…

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Episode 36: Michael Mancl and Breaking Point TV 1:07:55

30d ago1:07:55

1:07:55

Episode 36 breaks into some new content and the first of a certain kind of profession, Michael Mancl, co-owner of Breaking Point TV. This episode looks through the lens of a professional videographer in the outdoor world, but that is not all of what we discuss. Download or navigate to YouTune, and enjoy a conversation about the journey of Breaking …

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#129 - Rebound Friendships 31:31

1M ago31:31

31:31

This week, Karo and Matt dive into the world of rebound friendships—the new buddies you make following a friend break-up. We talk about how to move on without bitterness, what to look for in new friendships, and why rebounds aren’t just for romance. Watch this episode on YouTube! Get MOTY merch at manoftheyearpodcast.com Man of the Year on Instagra…

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#128 - The Invisible Men 35:10

1M ago35:10

35:10

Karo and Matt tackle the quiet, heavy feeling of invisibility that can creep into male friendships. We explore why so many men feel unseen—even among their closest friends. We talk about the unspoken rules that keep guys from reaching out, and the cost of staying silent. Plus, how taking the smallest step to “be the friend” can help break the spell…

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Episode 35: Nate Lindskoog - Amputee. Cancer Survivor. Outdoor Enthusiast. 1:12:38

1M ago1:12:38

1:12:38

Episode 35 is one of rare opportunity for me. I had the pleasure of hosting and engaging with another amputee outdoor enthusiast. Being on the end of the mic asking Nate to share his story and struggles as an amputee and cancer survivor was emotional and invigorating. Husband. Father. Amputee. Cancer survivor. Small business owner. Endurance runner…

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#127 - Social Fitness Test Revisited 34:49

2M ago34:49

34:49

It's been a year since we last did our score count. Have you improved in any category? Is there a balance to your friendships? Are you being more vulnerable, scratching beyond the surface? Do you have a good circle that lives nearby? Have you built a trophy? We wanna hear from you! Watch this episode on YouTube! Get MOTY merch at manoftheyearpodcas…

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Episode 34: Bob Barteck - Firefighter. Backcountry Hunter. Man of Faith 1:26:45

2M ago1:26:45

1:26:45

Episode 34 is filled with several shared interests. The show hosted Bob Barteck, hailing from the State of Wisconsin. Bob is a retired Firefighter/Paramedic, avid backcountry hunter, and a passionate man of faith. When I hit the record button the morning or our recording, I had only one concern, "How long will this episode end up being?" I knew the…

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#126 - Moving for Friends 31:18

2M ago31:18

31:18

Matt and Karo give a scorching hot take. It's perfectly normal to move for a love interest, but it's really not at all discussed whether you should move for your friends. Matt chased after Karo in California and maybe you should move if your bff is elsewhere. It's at least worth debating. Watch this episode on YouTube! Get MOTY merch at manoftheyea…

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Waypoint Episode: Code Word: "Sesame Street" 32:46

2M ago32:46

32:46

It is turkey season, and one of my favorite times of the year. Turkey hunting, more specifically backcountry turkey hunting, is rapidly rising to the top of list of my favorite things to do. In this Waypoint, I wanted to share a fond memory and the reasoning behind the title, "Code Word: "Sesame Street". In celebration of the topic, I decided to sh…

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Episode 33: Phil Kepple and 4 Arrows Outdoors 1:36:56

2M ago1:36:56

1:36:56

This episode is powerful! Please welcome Phil Kepple, owner of 4 Arrows Outdoors to the LIMBITLESS Podcast. I met Phil Kepple at the Archery Trade Association show in 2022 and we have become great friends and brothers in Christ. The first half of this episode is about how we met, Phil's life and family and his archery shop, 4 Arrows Outdoors. It is…

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#125 - Our Final Episode (April Fools’!) 31:51

2M ago31:51

31:51

Don’t worry, you’re not getting rid of us that easily! Today Karo and Matt introduce “limited series” – friendship activities that have a finite end date so they’re not as much of a commitment. The guys also discuss April Fools’ Day, the prank-industrial complex, and why their hometown is famous for the greatest prank of all time. Watch this episod…

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Episode 32: Sam Westfall and the Valor Archery Challenge 1:11:00

2M ago1:11:00

1:11:00

The sport of archery, bowhunting, and venturing into the wilderness has become a popular form of therapy, especially for veterans of the military and the first responder community. Focusing on the topic of archery, modern studies have validated the therapeutic benefits of the stick and string in relation to the mind and body. I personally have foun…

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#124 - Q1 Friendship Check In 33:08

2M ago33:08

33:08

Since we are about to hit the end of our first fiscal friendship quarter, we thought it made sense to track our progress. How has your social fitness improved since Jan 1 and what are some areas to revisit and lock in on? Watch this episode on YouTube! Get MOTY merch at manoftheyearpodcast.com Man of the Year on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok Matt …

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Waypoint Episode: The Draw Hoodie by Badlands 15:43

2M ago15:43

15:43

If you are listening to the audio podcast version, you are missing the meat and potatoes of this Waypoint Episode. Nothing like receiving a care package from one of your favorite outdoor companies, this particular package being from Badlands Gear, only to find a soon-to-be-released item meant to challenge my LIMBITLESS garment preference. For those…

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#123 - Fake It Til You Make It 32:00

2M ago32:00

32:00

They say dress for the job you want. Well we want you to do that, but for friendship. If you have an acquaintance that you want to be a good friend, start acting like they’re ALREADY a good friend. Share with them, check in on them, invite them out. In other words, fake it til you make it. Watch this episode on YouTube! Get MOTY merch at manoftheye…

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Episode 31: Joe Rhodes and the Kniestedt Foundation 1:01:31

3M ago1:01:31

1:01:31

Episode 31: Joe Rhodes and the Kniedstedt Foundation LIMBITLESS Podcast listenters! This episode is about service. - Service to those who served our nation - Service to an organization honoring those who served - Service to our brothers and sisters - Service to our faith in Jesus Christ I had the honor and privilege of hosting Joe Rhodes to discuss…

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#122 - Keeping Score 34:49

3M ago34:49

34:49

Matt and Karo discuss the pros and cons of keeping track of friendship. Why it can be healthy to have some sense of the balance but unhealthy if it becomes a tit for tat transactional friendship. Watch this episode on YouTube! Get MOTY merch at manoftheyearpodcast.com Man of the Year on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok Matt Ritter on Instagram, TikTo…

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Episode 30: Kevin Guillen and Wilderness Athlete 1:15:59

3M ago1:15:59

1:15:59

Outdoor and athletic nutrition has become one of the fastest growing and saturated markets in the "anything sports-related" world. Running, bodybuilding, functional fitness, cycling, hunting... The list goes on and on. I remember back in the 90's, while stationed in Naples, Italy as a young US Navy sailor, I spent half a months pay on the Cybergeni…

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#121 - The Vibes of March 35:28

3M ago35:28

35:28

March is all about competition, luck, and celebration—so what better time to talk about friendship? In this episode, Karo and Matt explore how friendships evolve through the highs and lows of March Madness, the traditions that bring people together on St. Patrick’s Day, and what red flags you should beware of on The Ides of March. Watch this episod…

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#120 - Man's Best Friend - Part II 30:24

3M ago30:24

30:24

Matt and Karo give a proper ode to dogs, man's best friend. And Matt says goodbye to his faithful companion of twelve years. Olive the Tiny Frenchie. He talks about how much part of the community you become when you have a dog and how you feel you're suddenly left out when they're gone. Watch this episode on YouTube! Get MOTY merch at manoftheyearp…

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#119 - How To Supercharge Your Hangs: Write An Agenda 31:03

3M ago31:03

31:03

Too many guys show up to hang-outs with no plan, leading to dead air, surface-level convos, and wasted time. In this episode, Karo and Matt break down why men should write an agenda (or “men-genda”) and share more tips on how to make your bro time more fun, meaningful, and memorable. Watch this episode on YouTube! Get MOTY merch at manoftheyearpodc…

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#118 - Sahil Bloom - The Five Types of Wealth 34:39

4M ago34:39

34:39

Matt and Karo have a very special guest on the podcast this week. Sahil Bloom has created a groundbreaking blueprint to build your life around five types of wealth: Time Wealth, Social Wealth, Mental Wealth, Physical Wealth, and Financial Wealth. A life of true fulfillment engages all five types—working dynamically, in concert across the seasons of…

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Episode 29: Chris Hamm and HHA 1:01:22

4M ago1:01:22

1:01:22

After a wonderful holiday break, the LIMBITLESS Podcast returns (for how long I do not know) with a guest who is near and dear to my heart, Chris Hamm of HHA Sports and HHA USA. Chris and I spend an hour chatting about the future of the LIMBITLESS Podcast, new products from the HHA Sports line-up and dive deep into the purpose and activities revolv…

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#117 - Love and Friendship with Special Guest Matchmaker Maria! 35:05

4M ago35:05

35:05

Karo gets ganged up on this in special Valentine’s Day episode with our good friend Matchmaker Maria. How do you meet The One? It’s the same way you meet new friends! And make sure to pre-order Maria’s new book: “Matchmaker Maria's No-Nonsense Guide to Finding Love” Watch this episode on YouTube! Get MOTY merch at manoftheyearpodcast.com Man of the…

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#116 - Friendship Therapy 32:28

4M ago32:28

32:28

Couples go to therapy to work out their issues, and now there's a growing trend of friends doing the same thing. Would you ever consider friend therapy? We debate the pros and cons of working it out with your friend on this week's episode of Man of the Year. Watch this episode on YouTube! Get MOTY merch at manoftheyearpodcast.com Man of the Year on…

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#115 - Good Friends Have Hard Conversations 32:10

4M ago32:10

32:10

This episode delves into the theory that good friends have hard conversations, emphasizing that addressing conflict is essential to building strong and meaningful relationships. Avoiding tough topics may seem easier, but it often leads to resentment or distance. By embracing honest, respectful dialogue, friends can resolve misunderstandings, streng…

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#114 - How To Make A Friend: Part II 30:13

5M ago30:13

30:13

This is the second half of our two part series that breaks down all of our tips into a very clear straightforward step by step process on how to make friends. Please check out Episode 113 for the full picture! Watch this episode on YouTube! Get MOTY merch at manoftheyearpodcast.com Man of the Year on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok Matt Ritter on In…

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#113 - How To Make A Friend: Part I 32:32

5M ago32:32

32:32

It’s a new year so we thought we’d get back to basics and answer the foundational question that launched this podcast – how exactly do you make a friend? In the first of this two-part episode, we talk about taking inventory of your existing network to find potential friends that are hiding in plain sight. In next week’s episode, we’re gonna increas…

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#112 - New Year's Res-BRO-lutions 2025 34:09

5M ago34:09

34:09

Most people make resolutions in various areas of their lives, vow to join the gym, which usually lasts all of 3 weeks, vow to save x number of dollars that we fall woefully short of while we rack up credit card debt, but very few of us include our friendship goals into our resolutions. We want to normalize that. So please include one friendship rel…

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#111 - Bro Bro Bro! Merry Christmas! 35:32

5M ago35:32

35:32

The guys celebrate Christmas and Hanukkah with some holiday friendship tips, including the “one hour’s salary” rule for buying gifts for your buddies, and offering “friendship amnesty” to any pals you might have beef with. They also discuss the etiquette of sending holidays cards and Karo’s recent journey to see Taylor Swift. Happy Holidays MOTY cr…

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#110 - Posting Up 34:45

5M ago34:45

34:45

People often think they need to make a concrete plan that involves a location and an activity, but we found a hack that seems to work. Friends benefit from lowering the barrier and just putting out the open call, aka posting up. Just telling people where you're gonna be and make it real easy for them to hang or just swing by. Watch this episode on …

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Episode 28: Henry Ferguson 1:20:28

6M ago1:20:28

1:20:28

I have been looking forward to scheduling and recording with Henry Ferguson for at least 2 years. I initially encountered Henry through our mutual admiration of Badlands Gear. Our shared passion for hunting and the outdoor industry continued to bring us closer together. That path has finally led us to recording an episode together. If you love arch…

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#109 - What’s Your Friendship Style? 33:35

6M ago33:35

33:35

Fireflies, Butterflies, and Wallflowers, oh my! Karo and Matt discuss the different friendship styles, as outlined in a fantastic quiz by New York Times reporter Natalie Proulx. They also debate whether people who are good at foosball are tools and whether people who play Magic the Gathering are called Magic the Gatherers. Watch this episode on You…

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#108 - When Friend Groups Collide 35:47

6M ago35:47

35:47

In this episode, we tackle the challenges of navigating friend group dynamics when different social circles collide. Should you keep them separate to avoid awkwardness, merge them into one big happy group, or find a balance somewhere in between? We explore the pros and cons of each approach, share tips for managing potential conflicts, and discuss …

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#107 - The 21st Annual Man of the Year Dinner! 30:59

6M ago30:59

30:59

Tonight is Karo and Matt’s Super Bowl – their annual dinner at Peter Luger in Brooklyn with their childhood friends at which the iconic Man of the Year trophy will be awarded. The guys discuss the origins of the trophy, the importance of creating rituals with your buddies, and Karo jumps the gun by referring to this as their 22nd annual dinner, whe…

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Episode 124:Podcast Finale and The Future of HHAUSA 40:33

6M ago40:33

40:33

While it's bittersweet that our podcast is coming to an end with this episode, it's difficult to put into words how excited we are as an organization for what 2025 has in store. A formal partnership with Centershot Ministries and Centershot Blue will officially kick off our initiative to help plant 1,000 archery outposts across the US. These locati…

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#106 - Assuming the Best in Friendship 34:16

6M ago34:16

34:16

We have a viewpoint on the pod that you are better served to assume the best of intentions for your friends even when they mess up. It's the better way to friend. Why, well here are just a few reasons: Trust is the foundation of any strong friendship. Assuming the best helps to maintain and build trust between you and your friends. Enhances Communi…

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Episode 27: Fish or Die Bait Company 44:41

7M ago44:41

44:41

Fish or Die, founded on the premise of our nations forefathers and their "Join or Die" mentality and love of fishing (even they knew better than to eat large mouth bass). Founder and CEO of "Fish or Die Bait Company", Taylor Magditch, is a veteran, LEO and proud resident of Pennsylvania. With a passion for pursuing small mouth bass and quality soft…

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#105 - Getting Medieval On Your Friendship Rituals 33:42

7M ago33:42

33:42

This podcast was inspired by the world’s greatest friendship ritual – Karo and Matt’s annual Man of the Year dinner with their childhood friends. But how can you incorporate rituals into your everyday friendships? The guys share some best practices, and Matt recounts his recent trip to Medieval Times, which apparently still exists. Watch this episo…

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Episode 26: Making Holsters Great Again with Venandi Holsters 1:08:45

7M ago1:08:45

1:08:45

Episode 26: Making Holsters Great Again with Venandi Holsters has been named after #47, releasd on the day of his election announcement and in celebration of another 4 years of our right as Americans to own and bear arms. This recording is all about Venandi Holsters, weapon retainment and of course several rabbit holes. I connected with Brian early…

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#104 - The Politics of Friendship - Election Day 29:58

7M ago29:58

29:58

We recorded this before the election so we have no idea who won, but we wanted to discuss the thorniest of friendship issues in the hope that not too many friendship bridges get burned Tuesday regardless of what happens. #friendshipexpert #friendship #maleadultfriendship #electionday #trump #kamala #nov5 #politicalnews #politics Watch this episode …

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Episode 25: Backcountry Banter with Colby Tee 1:20:49

7M ago1:20:49

1:20:49

As listeners, you might not realize it, but I will jump at a chance to discuss backcountry hunting at a moments notice. Especially when it is with another party who is as passionate about the endeavor as I am. With that said, Episode 25 host's a buddy of mine currently out of Virgnia Beach, Virginia, who experienced his first backcountry hunt this …

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#103 - Exorcise Your Friendship Demons 33:38

7M ago33:38

33:38

Happy Halloween wolfmen of the year! It’s spooky szn so today Karo and Matt discuss facing your friendship fears, meeting the Ghost of Friendship Past, and dealing with old buddies who know you have skeletons in the closet. Have we beat this Halloween analogy to death yet? Well if you don’t like this episode take it to the grave! Watch this episode…

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Episode 24: Aaron Adams of GAS Bowstrings 1:02:15

7M ago1:02:15

1:02:15

What starts with two A's and loves archery? Aaron Adams and the LIMBITLESS Podcast host, Aaron Ritter! Yes, this episode is a bit "A A Ron" heavy, but I assure you it is well worth your time. I met Aaron Adams at the GAS Bowstrings facility in Clay City, Kentucky this past summer while hosting the 2024 A3G Initiative recipient, Dustin Pruett. Aaron…

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#102 - Friendship Bucket List 32:50

7M ago32:50

32:50

If you're gonna be lifelong friends with someone, shouldn't you do epic sh*t? We think so! We discuss what should go on your friendship bucket list! Watch this episode on YouTube! Get MOTY merch at manoftheyearpodcast.com Man of the Year on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok Matt Ritter on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter Aaron Karo on Instagram, TikTok,…

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Episode 23: Derek Craig - Doing Hard S#*T!!! 1:34:36

8M ago1:34:36

1:34:36

Episode 23 has been a work in progress for nearly a year. Derek Craig, founder and owner of New Day Outdoors, and I have been trying TO overlap our calendars since we last saw each other at the 2024 Archery Trade Association (ATA) last January. Between work, family, turkey hunting, show season and a myriad of other outside influences, we have been …

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