Best Aaron Ritter Podcasts (2025)

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#164 - Is Double Dating Online the Future of Friendship? 30:04

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5d ago30:04

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Matt and Karo interview Jordann Lubliner, the founder of Doubles Social, the hit friendship app for couples to meet, to find out what the hype is all about. Would you and your partner go online to make friends? We explore all the pros and cons of a new way to make friends. Check out our new Audible Original THE BUDDY SYSTEM Watch this episode on Yo…

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Episode 40: "Stand Firm & Act Like Men" with Joby Martin 1:17:01

8d ago1:17:01

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What does it mean to be a "man" in this modern day? Is it physical strength? Tattoos or how many guns you own? Is it your perceived status by the vehicle you drive or the career you hold? Joby Martin, founder of the Church of Eleven22, author, spiritual leader, and avid outdoorsman, shares with us how God designed and intended us to act like men, a…

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#163 - Unlikely Friendships 30:08

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Karo and Matt discuss friendships between people who seem like total opposites - from different worlds, backgrounds, or stages of life. We break down why these connections sometimes click, when they can get tricky, and the signs that help you tell the difference. Check out our new Audible Original THE BUDDY SYSTEM Watch this episode on YouTube! Get…

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#162 - Useless Friends 29:41

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Have we become so transactional that we've forgotten the value of Useless friends? We kid. Everyone has some "use." But this week is about praising the friends whose company we keep just...because. Check out our new Audible Original THE BUDDY SYSTEM Watch this episode on YouTube! Get MOTY merch at manoftheyearpodcast.com Man of the Year on Instagra…

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#161 - Friendship FOMO 31:36

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When your friends hang out without you, the sting of FOMO hits hard. Karo and Matt dig into why it feels so personal and what it really says about your relationships. And when you’re the one who plans something and has to leave people out, we unpack the guilt and how to handle both sides with clarity and kindness. Check out our new Audible Original…

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#160 - 22nd Annual Man of the Year Dinner 29:52

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Matt and Karo head home to celebrate the 22nd year of the greatest friendship ritual on Earth: the Man of the Year dinner at Peter Luger Steakhouse. A crew of friends from second grade, one annual winner, and a trophy etched with names for life. At its core, it’s about how tradition anchors friendship and removes the guesswork. That’s why we’re suc…

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#159 - Finding Fringe Friends 30:27

1M ago30:27

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Instead of trying to turn complete strangers into friends, we recommend starting with “fringe friends” – acquaintances you already kinda know. Karo and Matt discuss where to find fringe friends and how to turn them into binge friends – buddies you see all the time. Check out our new Audible Original THE BUDDY SYSTEM Watch this episode on YouTube! G…

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#158 - Making Friends When You're Older 30:16

2M ago30:16

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We all have it easy when there are friends everywhere: in school, in the dorms, in your first apartment, at your office. But what happens as you get older and that surface area dwindles? Matt and Karo discuss how to handle it and make sure you have friends at all phases of life. Check out our new Audible Original THE BUDDY SYSTEM Watch this episode…

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#157 - Friendship Myths, Part II 31:08

2M ago31:08

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In the second installment of their Friendship Myths series, Karo and Matt tackle whether friends should always take your side no matter what, if it’s possible to reconnect once you drift apart, and whether your friends should like all the same people you do. Check out our new Audible Original THE BUDDY SYSTEM Watch this episode on YouTube! Get MOTY…

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#156 - Friendship Leadership 28:51

2M ago28:51

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Matt and Karo discuss how in every friend group there's usually someone who takes the lead, so what does that leadership entail and what does it mean to be someone who models good friendship. Check out our new Audible Original THE BUDDY SYSTEM Watch this episode on YouTube! Get MOTY merch at manoftheyearpodcast.com Man of the Year on Instagram, You…

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#155 - CHRISSY TEIGEN AND JOHN LEGEND ON “THE BUDDY SYSTEM” 45:34

2M ago45:34

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Huge day!! Our new Audible Original “The Buddy System: A Modern’s Man Guide to Mastering Friendship” is out now – exclusively at audible.com/thebuddysystem – and if that wasn’t cool enough, we appeared on Chrissy Teigen’s Audible podcast “Self-Conscious” where we were joined by none other than John Legend!! And you can hear that episode right in th…

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#154 - The PALS test: Passion, Appreciation, Loyalty, Support 30:10

2M ago30:10

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Karo and Matt introduce the PALS test: a simple framework for evaluating whether a friendship truly serves you. The guys break down the four pillars—passion, appreciation, loyalty, and support—and explain how each reveals the strength of your connection. Check out our new Audible Original THE BUDDY SYSTEM Watch this episode on YouTube! Get MOTY mer…

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#153 - The Sultan of Spontaneity vs. The Monarch of Monotony 31:11

2M ago31:11

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Matt and Karo have vastly different styles in life, Karo plans everything and needs 6 weeks notice, Matt lives in the moment. We examine the pros and cons of each when it comes to friendship. Check out our new Audible Original THE BUDDY SYSTEM Watch this episode on YouTube! Get MOTY merch at manoftheyearpodcast.com Man of the Year on Instagram, You…

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#152 - Rolling Three Deep 32:53

3M ago32:53

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#151 - Territorial Friends 30:48

3M ago30:48

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Matt and Karo discuss a taboo topic: Territorial friends. Ever have a scenario where you're getting boxed out or frozen out from a friend's friend or a friend group? We discuss why this happens and how to deal with it. Watch this episode on YouTube! Get MOTY merch at manoftheyearpodcast.com Man of the Year on Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok Matt Rit…

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#150 - Happy Friendiversary! 30:23

3M ago30:23

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Karo and Matt celebrate their 150th episode AND their friendiversary! The guys discuss how to determine and why to celebrate the exact day you and your buddy became boys. 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 X Aaron Karo on In…

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#149 - Poker Nights 30:42

3M ago30:42

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Matt and Karo discuss Matt's first poker night in 20 years and the benefits of a game night and how needed it really was for all the dads at the table. All those fun game nights you used to do, well, it turns out, you still can. They discuss the etiquette of poker night, should you let anyone in your home if its outdoors, when can you leave when yo…

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#148 - How’s Your Mental Health? 30:17

4M ago30:17

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When was the last time you asked your buddy how he’s REALLY doing? This episode dives into friendship, vulnerability, and why men’s mental health deserves more than a passing “I’m fine.” 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 X …

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#147 - Friendship Dry Spells 30:30

4M ago30:30

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Matt and Karo discuss a very frequent issue that no one ever talks about, sometimes you're just in a friendship dry spell. Like dating, these things happen, so you need to take action to snap out of it. We discuss how long is too long, is there an equivalent of a slumpbuster for friendship and what to say and do to get yourself back into a good fri…

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#146 - Pals Play Pickleball 31:20

4M ago31:20

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Karo and Matt dive into the world of “social sports” – the games designed as much for connection as competition. From pickleball to padel to tennis, we explore how the court can become a friendship hub. So grab your paddle and your pals, because it’s all about playing together. Watch this episode on YouTube! Get MOTY merch at manoftheyearpodcast.co…

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#145 - Are you really the Average of the Five People Around You? 31:13

4M ago31:13

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Matt and Karo discuss the old axiom that you are the five people you spend the most time with. Is it true? And if it is, what does that say about you? Do you need to level up your five? 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 X A…

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#144 - Friendship First Responders 30:42

5M ago30:42

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Matt’s wife goes into labor in the middle of the night and Matt calls Karo for help – but Karo doesn’t pick up! Today on the pod we discuss who to choose as your emergency contact, and the importance of friendship first responders. Watch this episode on YouTube! Get MOTY merch at manoftheyearpodcast.com Man of the Year on Instagram, YouTube, and Ti…

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#143 - Physical Intimacy 30:33

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It's a touchy subject! But are we missing out on the benefits of physical contact with our friends. Matt and Karo discussed the pros and cons of how our society is compared to others past and present when it comes to the touchy feely stuff of friendship. Watch this episode on YouTube! Get MOTY merch at manoftheyearpodcast.com Man of the Year on Ins…

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#142 - Friendship Amnesia 32:29

5M ago32:29

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We all have friends who we love hanging out with – and then completely forget about. Buddies who, for whatever reason, are not on our day-to-day radars. Karo and Matt discuss the causes of and cures for Friendship Amnesia. 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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Episode 39: Tanner Tripp and Wild Giants 57:09

5M ago57:09

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How are you making a difference in the outdoors? In this episode, we venture into a new topic for the LIMBITLESS Podcast, conservation and propagation of a species. Tanner Tripp, founder of Wild Giants, shares his vision and plans to establish a conservation program in eastern Europe. This is an awesome episode capturing the vision and focus of thi…

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#141 - Long Distance Friendships 30:23

5M ago30:23

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We come up with a great list of ways to keep up the long distance friendships. Letting your friends know they are valued and missed, but also figuring ways to keep living in the moment. 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 X A…

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Episode 38: HHA USA Mission 38 47:30

5M ago47:30

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Episode 38 of the LIMBITLESS Podcast is about HHA USA Mission 38! If you're a 70's or 80"s kid, you might say this episode is 38 Special. LOL One of my best friends, and non-profit business partner, Michael Sims, and I recorded this event recap while sitting in the Madison, WI airport after spending several days of archery, fellowship and supportin…

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#140 - Clique Bait 32:38

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Friend groups can be a source of deep connection - or quiet chaos. This week, Karo and Matt dive into the subtle dynamics of cliques: how they form, why they last, and what happens when the group starts to shift. From loyalty tests to subgroup drama, we explore the pros, pitfalls, and politics of the friend group ecosystem. Watch this episode on Yo…

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#139 - Bring Your Friend To Work Day 30:17

6M ago30:17

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There was always a bring your child to work day, but what if we let our friends into our work world a bit. Maybe we'd feel a bit closer. Ask your friends more about their work. 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 X Aaron Karo…

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#138 - Rhaina Cohen, author of “The Other Significant Others” 32:52

6M ago32:52

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Journalist and author Rhaina Cohen joins us to talk about the evolution of friendship and her new book “The Other Significant Others.” 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 X Aaron Karo on Instagram, TikTok, and X Hosted by Sim…

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#137 - Be The Reason, Not the Excuse 30:19

6M ago30:19

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If it often seems like everyone is always looking for an excuse not to get together, it's because they often are. But you don't have to be that person. Instead you can be the reason you get together, the reason you take the walk together, the reason you and your friends keep your weekly drinks or monthly get togethers. Watch this episode on YouTube…

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#136 - Adult Best Friends with Delaney Buffett and Katie Corwin 33:27

6M ago33:27

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Today on the pod we welcome Delaney Buffett and Katie Corwin, writers and stars of the new movie ADULT BEST FRIENDS – now streaming on HBO Max! 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 X Aaron Karo on Instagram, TikTok, and X Host…

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#135 - The Friendship Eras Tour 31:11

7M ago31:11

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Matt and Karo explore how the definition of friendship has evolved across generations - and centuries. Would your current crew survive in 1925’s smoky speakeasies? What about 1525’s plague-ridden villages? From handwritten letters to group chats, they break down what friendship meant then and now. Watch this episode on YouTube! Get MOTY merch at ma…

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#134 - 24-Hour Friends 30:48

7M ago30:48

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Karo and Matt dive into the magic of “24-hour friends” – those buddies you make over a short period of time at weddings, on vacation, or on a work trip. Why do these accelerated bonds feel so deep, and is it possible to turn them into long-lasting friendships? Watch this episode on YouTube! Get MOTY merch at manoftheyearpodcast.com Man of the Year …

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#133 - Friendship Myths 30:46

7M ago30:46

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Matt and Karo 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 arg…

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#132 - The Friendship Social Contract 32:19

7M ago32:19

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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

8M ago30:40

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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

8M ago45:03

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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

8M ago34:49

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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

8M ago1:07:55

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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

8M ago31:31

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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

8M ago35:10

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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

9M ago1:12:38

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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

9M ago34:49

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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

9M ago1:26:45

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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

9M ago31:18

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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

9M ago32:46

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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

9M ago1:36:56

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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

9M ago31:51

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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

9M ago1:11:00

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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…