Country Outdoors Podcast
Mary O'Neill Phillips is an Australian TV host and outdoorswoman who hosts this conversational podcast. Each episode features her talking with familiar guests about life's most meaningful and most meaningless questions. The show mixes outdoor-themed chat with personal storytelling and lighthearted interviews.
Episodes
He Asked a Cult Leader If He Could Hunt His Castle | Zach Phillips
Husband, Dad & Pro Door Knocker
On this episode of Country Outdoors Podcast, Mary O'Neill sits down with her husband Zach Phillips for a family catch-up. They talk about their 3-year-old Molly's first deer hunt and how she snuck up on a spike to seven yards, whispered the whole sit and asked to go back the next day. They also talk about the comments calling them bad parents and why they let kids d
Dr. Lanny Real Bird: Native American Sign Language, Crow Traditions & Hunting Signs
Dr. Lanny Real Bird joins Mary O'Neill on the Country Outdoors Podcast for a rare conversation about Native American sign language, Crow traditions and the old ways of the Plains.
Lanny is a Crow tribal member, educator and Native American elder who has spoken Plains Indian Sign Language, or "hand talk," since childhood. He learned it from his hard-of-hearing grandmother, uncle and father along th
Corporations vs. Yellowstone's Family Outfitters with Heidi Saile of Rockin' HK
Yellowstone Family Outfitter
Since 2002, Heidi Saile has been packing clients into Yellowstone's backcountry on horseback. Now her family's park permit is up for renewal, big corporations are applying for permits too, and Heidi is wondering whether family outfitters like hers will still have a place in the park.
Heidi came to Montana as a ski bum, got into horses, married Kipp, and together they b
Raised Wild: Duke Tansey on Skateboarding, Unschooling & Growing Up Outside
Raised unschooled and wild, 13-year-old Duke Tansey is giving us hope for the next generation. Known as the Country Boy Skater, he’s chasing skateboarding dreams, getting into hunting, and inspiring his peers to put down their screens and use their imaginations.
The son of Eric Tansey, author of “Pig Latin: A Seriously Funny Story,” Duke is the oldest of five kids. When he’s not skating, he’s buil
Duncan Vezain: A Montana Cowboy’s Life of Rodeo, Recovery & Western Movies
“I don’t want to be remembered. I want to outlive everybody.”
Montana cowboy, horse trainer, and film wrangler Duncan joins Mary O’Neill Phillips at Yellowstone Film Ranch for a Country Outdoors conversation about rodeo, recovery, and a life that sounds like a Western movie.
From riding a bull with a broken arm to surviving devastating injuries and learning to speak again, Duncan shares his extrao
Jason Matzinger & Tara Banks: Grizzlies, Wild Adventures & the Changing West
Jason Matzinger and Tara Banks join Mary O’Neill Phillips on the Country Outdoors Podcast for a wide-ranging conversation from Bozeman, Montana about grizzly bears, hunting, conservation, wildlife art, outdoor storytelling, and the changing American West.
Jason—creator of Into the High Country and the filmmaker behind the upcoming Walking With Grizzlies documentary—shares why the grizzly bear come
Johnathon Schaech on Hollywood Abuse, 12 Years Sober & Finding Faith
Blue Ridge star Johnathon Schaech joins Mary O'Neill on Country Outdoors Podcast for an honest conversation about 12 years of sobriety, leaving Hollywood, faith, fatherhood, and building a new life in Nashville Tennessee.
Known for playing Sheriff Justin Wise in Blue Ridge, as well as roles in That Thing You Do!, How to Make an American Quilt, and Houdini and many more! Johnathon shares the unlike
Jacob Hackworth on Writing “Rock and A Hard Place,” Hunting & His Road to Nashville
Jacob Hackworth joins Country Outdoors host, Mary O'Neill to share the story behind writing Bailey Zimmerman’s No. 1 hit, “Rock and A Hard Place,” and his road from southern Missouri to Nashville.
Jacob is a country artist and songwriter whose first major-label cut became a No. 1 song with Bailey Zimmerman. In this conversation, he takes us inside the songwriting journey that led to “Rock and A Ha
Brett Maverick & Brayden Pridemore: Life After Farmer Wants a Wife
Brett Maverick and Brayden Pridemore from Farmer Wants a Wife join Mary O'Neill on Country Outdoors to talk life after the show—relationships, farming, hunting, bull riding, concussions, CTE, and neurofeedback.
Brett and Brayden share what Farmer Wants a Wife was really like, from intense filming days and life around the cameras to long-distance relationships, family farms, cattle, horses, and wha
Eva Shockey: The 2nd Woman Ever on the Cover of Field & Stream
Eva Shockey joins Mary O'Neill on Country Outdoors for an honest conversation about becoming the second woman featured on the cover of Field & Stream, women in hunting, bowhunting, motherhood, and building a legacy of her own.
Eva reflects on growing up in the Shockey family, finding her path in the outdoor world, learning to hunt on camera, and navigating the pressure of being one of hunting’s mo
The Legacy of Nudie Suits: The Man Who Made Country Music Sparkle
What does it take to create a legacy that outlives the spotlight?
In this episode of Country Outdoors, Mary O’Neill Phillips sits down with Jamie Nudie, granddaughter of legendary tailor Nudie Cohn—the visionary behind the rhinestone-studded Western suits that helped define the look of country music, Hollywood cowboys, and rock ’n’ roll.
Jamie shares the family stories behind Nudie’s Rodeo Tailors
Breaking Benjamin’s Jasen Rauch on Squatters, Metallica, Ozzy & the New Album
@breakingbenjamin Jasen Rauch joins Country Outdoors for a wide-ranging conversation about music, life on the road, fatherhood, the band’s new album—and the unbelievable day he returned to his Nashville home and found squatters inside.
Jasen shares what happened when he walked into the house during a move, discovered the damage and stolen belongings, and had to navigate an incredibly stressful sit
Rookie Cop Chaos, Combat Stories & Pig Latin
Eric Tansey is a former police officer, combat veteran, podcaster, and author of Pig Latin: A Seriously Funny True Story of a Former Police Officer. In this episode, Eric tells the unbelievable story of his first day as a rookie cop—only minutes into the job—when a routine call became absolute chaos.
We dive into the hilarious, outrageous, and sometimes dark real-life police stories that inspired
From Farmer Wants a Wife to CMA Fest: Jared Wrigley’s Wild Ride
Mary O’Neill sits down at CMA Fest with Australian farmer and rising country artist Jarrad Wrigley, fresh off winning the Star Maker competition that funded his first-ever trip beyond Australia. They dive into his humble background, how Star Maker changed his life, and what it’s like to perform in Nashville for the 1st time.
Jarrad shares behind-the-scenes stories from Farmer Wants a Wife Australi
Farmer Wants a Wife: Reality TV Secrets
Ever wondered what really happens behind the cameras on FOX’s Farmer Wants a Wife? In this Country Outdoors episode, Mary O’Neill Phillips sits down with John Sansone and Matt Warren to break down reality TV secrets, life on their ranches, and how the show followed their real feelings more than a scripted storyline. They go deep on avocado wars, cartel‑pressured farming and water control, family t
Waka Flocka Flame - Re Release
“When I met God, I high‑fived the devil.” — @wakaflocka
In one of the most raw and unfiltered conversations we’ve ever had on Country Outdoors, Waka Flocka Flame sits down with Mary O’Neill Phillips to share his full testimony.
He opens up about losing two younger brothers and carrying the weight of survivor’s guilt, years of numbing pain through ecstasy starting in seventh grade, and facing a 10‑
Michael Ray 2.0: Resetting His Life, Health, and Country Career
Michael Ray is back—and this time it’s on his terms. In this episode of the Country Outdoors Podcast, Michael opens up about burning out in the country music grind, stepping away to get physically and mentally healthy, and why this new chapter of his career feels more honest than ever.
We talk about:
Growing up country and how the industry almost pulled him away from who he really is
Hitting a bre
Too Country for Country Music? – Shane Profitt, Madden Metcalf & Cole Goodwin
Too Country for Country Music? – Shane Profitt, Madden Metcalf & Cole Goodwin
Live from CMA Fest on the Bottomland‑wrapped pontoon, Mary O’Neill Phillips sits down with Shane Profitt, Madden Metcalf and Cole Goodwin to talk real country music, hunting, fishing, faith and small‑town life. Shane shares stories from his biggest turkey season yet, Osceola hunts in Florida, and the journey of songs lik
Inside CMA Fest: Drew Baldridge, Grace Tyler & Preston Cooper | Farm, Faith & Family
Spend a day at CMA Fest with Country Outdoors as Mary sits down for a fan-fair special with @DrewBaldridgeMusic , @GraceTyler and @prestoncoopermusic diving into the heart of farm, faith and family in country music. To make it happen, the Country Outdoors crew pulled a Mossy Oak Bottomland Veranda pontoon straight into Fan Fair X and turned it into the ultimate country music hangout spot.Dre
Jo Dee Messina: Jesus, 12‑Year Hiatus & Her ‘Bridges’ Comeback
Jo Dee Messina IS BACK!
In this episode, Mary O’Neill Phillips sits down with 90s country icon Jo Dee Messina to unpack the highs, lows, and miracles behind her return to country music. Jo Dee shares how everything she’d built seemed to crumble, her battle with cancer, and the front‑porch encounter with Jesus that changed the entire direction of her life and career.
They dive into why she stepped
Koe Wetzel: Fishing, Fatherhood, and The Night Champion
Koe Wetzel talks fishing, fatherhood, getting arrested, and his new album The Night Champion in this Country Outdoors podcast episode.
If you’re searching for a Koe Wetzel interview that mixes country music, hunting, fishing, and real life stories from the road, this is it.
Join country music star Koe Wetzel and host Mary O’Neill for a day of fishing in Tennessee that turns into a wide‑open conver
Dustin Lynch: Country, EDM & Bowhunting
Country Outdoors Podcast Host Mary O’Neill sits down with country star Dustin Lynch live from CMA Fest at Creatures Studio for a deep dive into his double life: hardcore hunter and Vegas EDM headliner. In his return to the Country Outdoors Podcast, Dustin breaks down how a PBR afterparty turned into a full-blown DJ show, what it’s like headlining a Wynn nightlife residency, and why he’s obsessed w
Waka Flocka Flame: “When I Met God, I High‑Fived the Devil”
“When I met God, I high‑fived the devil.” - Waka Flocka Flame
In one of the rawest conversations we’ve ever had on Country Outdoors Podcast, Waka Flocka Flame sits down with Mary O’Neill Phillips to share his full testimony.
From losing two younger brothers and carrying survivor’s guilt, to living on ecstasy from seventh grade into his twenties, facing a 10‑year prison sentence with a stolen car a
From Dad Bod to Sonny Quinn: AJ Buckley on Turning Career Failure into SEAL Team Success
Actor, entrepreneur, health tinkerer, husband, dad and all‑around weapon of a human—AJ Buckley is back in the studio, and this time Mary is on his turf at The AJ Buckley Show. From CSI lab coat to SEAL Team kit, from “soft” to “most jacked dad on the block,” AJ walks through the exact moment a lost franchise role forced him to change everything.
He opens up about the studio note that gutted him (“
The Man Behind the First NWTF Banquet | Bobby Mead
Join host Mary O’Neill Phillips at historic Wappaoolah Plantation in South Carolina as she sits down with turkey hunting legend and conservation pioneer Bobby Mead, the man behind the first NWTF banquet and the Swamp Fox chapter. Bobby shares how his family’s fifth-generation timber operation, love of wild turkeys and early involvement with the National Wild Turkey Federation helped shape modern t
Southern Charm Hunter | Country Outdoors Podcast | Whitner Slagsvol
In this full episode of the Country Outdoors Podcast, Zach and Mary sit down with Whitner, the “Southern Charm Hunter,” for a deep dive into life in the South, faith, and a lifetime of chasing deer and turkeys. From long sits in the pines to late nights in Charleston, Whit shares the stories, lessons, and hard knocks that shaped who he is today. If you love honest campfire conversations, big laugh
Shep Rose: Ayahuasca Broke My Party Life
Southern Charm’s Shep Rose sits down at his family’s South Carolina farm with Mary O'Neill Phillips from the Country Outdoors Podcast to talk about a life lived hard: reality TV fame, party life, ayahuasca, fly fishing, surfing, and chasing adventure all over the world. From Alaska and Patagonia to Cuba, Fiji, Costa Rica and Christmas Island, Shep shares how the outdoors, the ocean, and one powerf
Everything Burned… Except the Bible
For our 100th episode of Country Outdoors, I wanted to sit down and actually tell my story — not just the highlight reel.I grew up in Australia between the beach and the bush, and years later I moved to the other side of the world with about $5,000 and no real plan. No backup. No guarantees. Just a pull to build something.This episode is about what happened after that.Losing my dad changed everyth
I Was Anti-Hunting… Now My Life Is Built Around It
This is a story about perspective.
Alyssa Hall didn’t grow up hunting. In fact, she was completely against it. Like a lot of people, she believed meat came from the grocery store and never thought about where it actually came from or what hunting really meant.
Now, her life looks completely different.
@alyfromalabama her husband both work in the hunting industry with @Buckmasters.Outdoors fully
AJ Buckley: “It’s Not Cool to Find God in Hollywood”
“It’s not cool to find God in Hollywood.”
Actor AJ Buckley — best known for his role as Sonny Quinn on SEAL Team — opens up about faith, fatherhood, identity, and what really changed when he stopped chasing ego and started getting grounded in God.
AJ Buckley has built a successful acting career spanning decades, from CSI: NY to SEAL Team, where he became a fan-favorite portraying one of the most i
No Plan B: The Reality of Chasing a Pro Fishing Career
“I slept in my truck more than I slept in a bed for two years.” - Cooper GallantBassmaster Elite Pro Cooper Gallant joins host, Mary O'Neill Phillips on the Country Outdoors Podcast. No plan B. No backup. Just a dream. Before the Bassmaster Elite Series, this is what it actually looked like — sleeping in parking lots, running extension cords from a church, and doing whatever it took to keep going.
I Asked God If I Should Quit… Then This Happened
In this episode of the Country Outdoors Podcast with Mary O'Neill Phillips, HunterGirl opens up about the moment she hit a breaking point — questioning her purpose, her path, and whether she was meant to keep going.
After asking God for direction, something unexpected happened just weeks later… and it changed the trajectory of her entire career.
This is a conversation about faith, doubt, and what
I Was Done With Music… | Meghan Patrick
Meghan Patrick opens up about the moment she was done with music — and what almost made her walk away for good.
In this episode of the Country Outdoors Podcast, Meghan shares her most honest story yet — from surviving an abusive relationship to losing her record deal and hitting her lowest point in Nashville. At one point, she was ready to quit music entirely.
But that wasn’t the end of her story.
Aaron Watson: “I’d Rather Hunt a Spike With My Kids Than a World-Class Elk Alone
Texan and Country artist, Aaron Watson joins the Country Outdoors Podcast with Mary O’Neill Phillips for a conversation about family, hunting traditions, and building a career in country music on his own terms.
Watson has spent more than two decades proving that independent country artists can succeed without following the traditional Nashville path. In this episode, he shares why time spent hunti
Spring Legion & Quack Shack | The Future of Hunting
In this episode of the Country Outdoors Podcast, Mary O’Neill Phillips sits down with Hunter and Chase Farrior of Spring Legion and Austin Collins, founder of the Quack Shack Podcast — three young hunters building brands around their passion for turkey hunting, duck hunting, and the traditions of the outdoors.
Hunter and Chase Farrior are the brothers behind Spring Legion, a brand rooted in the hi
Country Outdoors EP 92 | “God Used My Hardest Season"
Recorded live from the NWTF Convention in Nashville, Tennessee, this special episode of the Country Outdoors Podcast brings together some of the most exciting voices in country music and the outdoor world.
Host Mary O’Neill Phillips sits down with a lineup of guests who share a passion for hunting, conservation, and the outdoor lifestyle. From stories on the road in country music to conversations
Country Outdoors EP 91 : “This is bigger than hunting” | LIVE From NWTF Nashville
Recorded live from the NWTF Convention in Nashville, Tennessee, this special episode of Country Outdoors brings together leading voices from country music, hunting, storytelling, and conservation — all from the floor of one of the most important gatherings in the outdoor industry.
This live podcast captures conversations with artists, filmmakers, advocates, and conservation leaders who share a com
Country Outdoors EP 90 : Brian & Brittney Kelley | Is FGL Getting Back Together?
Brian Kelley and Brittany Kelley join us live at NWTF to talk Tribe Kelley’s Mossy Oak camo launch, Made in USA apparel, Florida Georgia Line reunion rumors, solo music, faith, fishing tournaments, and life in the outdoors.
We dive into Brian Kelley’s sport fishing obsession (blue marlin, SFC League, Gulf Coast Cowboys), growing up hunting in Georgia and Florida, turkey season plans, deer camp mem
Country Outdoors EP 89 : Muscadine Bloodline| From Mobile to Millions Without a Record Deal
From Mobile, Alabama to millions of streams, Muscadine Bloodline has built one of the most loyal fanbases in country music—without playing by Nashville’s rules. In this episode of the Country Outdoors Podcast, Charlie Muncaster and Gary Stanton break down their journey from college bar gigs and cover bands to gold records, sold-out shows, and full creative independence. We talk songwriting, stayin
Country Outdoors EP 88 : Adam Sanders | From Number One Songwriter to Winning The Road
In this episode of Country Outdoors, Mary O’Neill Phillips sits down with Adam Sanders — number-one songwriter, avid outdoorsman, and winner of The Road — to talk about the moment years of grinding finally paid off.
Adam breaks down how he approached the competition differently than any other artist, why connecting with the audience mattered more than out-singing the room, and how he strategically
Episode 87 - Finding Purpose Through Grief: A Veterinarian’s Outdoor and Life Journey
A heartfelt story of resilience, faith, and outdoor adventures that will inspire hunters and anglers alike.
Mary O’Neill Phillips sits down with veterinarian Emmy Patterson-Wood to explore how a life rooted in the outdoors shapes resilience, purpose, and compassion. Emmy reflects on growing up in a large, active family, where camping, hiking, and fishing trips fostered her love for wildlife and an
Episode 86 - Fueling Working Dogs Right: Nutrition Science for the Sporting Life
What you feed your dog can shape performance, longevity, and recovery far beyond genetics.
Serious hunters and anglers know a good dog is more than a companion. A bird dog in the field, a retriever in icy water, or a cattle dog putting in miles all day demands nutrition that matches the work. This conversation pulls back the curtain on how canine nutrition actually supports stamina, joint health,
Episode 85 - Chasing King Eiders: Alaska Duck Hunting, Family Legacy, and the Outdoors with Drew and Sam Holcomb
A brutal Alaska duck hunt becomes a powerful reckoning with legacy, loss, and why we hunt.
Americana artist Drew Holcomb joins host Mary O’Neill Phillips for a wide-ranging, deeply personal conversation that moves from Southern duck blinds to the frozen edge of the Bering Sea. At its heart is a January King Eider hunt in Alaska one of North America’s most demanding waterfowl pursuits and the famil
Episode 84 - Growing Up Outdoors: First Hunts, Filming Deer, and Finding a Life Outside with Zach and Mary Phillips
From first rabbits to filming legends, this episode traces how an outdoors life is built.
Every hunter and angler has a starting point but not everyone turns that beginning into a career spent in the woods. In this episode of Country Outdoors, Mary O’Neill Phillips sits down with her husband, Zach Phillips, for a rare, unfiltered conversation about growing up outdoors and finding a life shaped by
Episode 83 - Learning to Hunt, Motherhood, and Faith with RaeLynn Outdoors
From fishing ponds to first turkey hunts, RaeLynn opens up about slowing down outdoors.
Mary sits down with country music star RaeLynn for a wide-ranging conversation that blends family, faith, and a growing pull toward the outdoors. Raised in Texas and shaped by hard work, rodeos, and wide-open spaces, RaeLynn shares how time outside (especially fishing) has become a grounding force in an otherwi
Episode 82 - When the Mountains Flooded: Andy Buchanan on Loss, Faith, and Appalachia
A mountain sportsman loses everything to floodwaters, and finds purpose, faith, and resilience in the aftermath.
In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Country Outdoors Podcast, host Mary O’Neill Phillips sits down with North Carolina mountain native Andy Buchanan, bowhunter, father, and founder of Thorn Broadheads, to share a story that reaches far beyond the hunt.
Andy grew up hunting t
Episode 81 - Finding Faith, Country Roots, and the Outdoors in Baylee Littrell’s Journey
A young country artist reveals how faith, family, and the outdoors shaped his unexpected path forward.
Country artist Baylee Littrell sits down for an open, grounded conversation about country music, family legacy, and how time outdoors has shaped his story. Raised between tour buses and rural Georgia, Baylee shares what it was really like growing up as the son of a Backstreet Boy while still find
Episode 80 - Bird Dogs, Faith, and Family Lessons from the Field with Mo Pitney
A powerful conversation on hunting traditions, bird dogs, and the faith that carries us through loss.
Country music artist and lifelong outdoorsman Mo Pitney returns to the podcast for a deep, wide-ranging conversation that weaves together the heart of the sporting life; upland hunting, bird dogs, family, faith, and the outdoors traditions that shape us. Recorded in Nashville, Mo opens up about gr
Episode 79 - Michael Ray on Finding Purpose Again Through Family, Faith, and the Outdoors Journey
A country artist opens up about healing, hunting roots, and rediscovering purpose far beyond the spotlight.
In this deeply honest conversation, we sit down with Michael Ray to explore the outdoor heritage, family legacy, and hard-earned perspective that shaped his life long before Nashville knew his name. Raised in central Florida’s hardwoods, cypress swamps, and bass lakes, Michael grew up runnin
Episode 78 - Faith, Fishing, and Finding Freedom: Andrew Green on Sobriety and the Outdoors
From the chaos of addiction to peace on the water—Andrew Greene’s story shows how faith and fishing can save a life.
In this powerful episode of Country Outdoors, host Mary O’Neill Phillips sits down with Andrew Greene, Field & Stream’s Andrew Green Fishing host, for an unfiltered conversation about sobriety, redemption, and rediscovering purpose through the outdoors.
Andrew grew up in Tennessee d
Episode 77 - East Texas Roots and Road Songs: Country Music, Family, and the Great Outdoors
Country artist Kolby Cooper opens up about family, small-town life, and the outdoor moments that shaped his sound.
This week on the Country Outdoors Podcast, Mary O’Neil Phillips sits down with East Texas native Kolby Cooper, whose story runs deeper than the red dirt roads he grew up on. From learning guitar in his childhood post office home to raising his kids on the same land he once roamed, Kol
Episode 76 - Chipper Jones on Baseball, Buck Fever, and Life in the Great Outdoors
Baseball legend Chipper Jones steps off the field and into the woods to share his lifelong love of the outdoors.
In the first-ever Field & Stream production of the Country Outdoors Podcast, hosts Mary and Mitch welcome MLB Hall of Famer Chipper Jones — a man as at home in a deer stand as he ever was at third base.
Chipper opens up about growing up in an outdoor family in Florida, the story of his
Tyler Booth | Country Outdoors Podcast w Mary O’Neill Phillips #75
@TylerBooth is as country as they get. Born and raised in Eastern Kentucky he unapologetically lives and breaths the blue collar lifestyle, that plays such a key influence in the music he makes and why we love him! This podcast was Tyler’s first, which meant never before told stories that will keep you on the edge of your seat. From skinning Turtles to career highs and career lows, we even see a
Drake White | Country Outdoors Podcast w Mary O’Neill Phillips #74
This week on the Country Outdoors Podcast, Mary is joined by the amazing singer, songwriter, father and avid sportsman @drakewhiteofficial Drake and Mary met in Australia in 2016 and have been friends for years, connecting over a love of the outdoors, music and God. In lure of his film premiere 'Hunts the healing' Drakes discusses his stroke and the impact that hunting and faith had on him, in t
Dylan Schneider | Country Outdoors Podcast w Mary O’Neill Phillips #73
This week on the Country Outdoors Podcast, Mary is joined by singer-songwriter @DylanSchneider . Dylan shares his story about moving to Nashville as a teenager and the success he’s seen after being embraced by the country music community. They discussed how Nashville is a 10 year town and what overnight success actually means.Mary shares for the first time, how Dylan and her actually met at a pa
Naomi Johnson | Country Outdoors Podcast w Mary O’Neill Phillips #72
This week on the Country Outdoors Podcast, Mary is joined by singer-songwriter Naomi Johnson, who opens up about her remarkable journey—from growing up off-grid, surviving a cult, and busking for gas money, to her time in Runaway June and the near-death experience that changed everything.
The two dive into motherhood, Naomi’s evolution as an artist, how jiu jitsu and rural life in Utah have shaped
John Morgan | Country Outdoors Podcast w Mary O’Neill Phillips #71
John Morgan joins Mary on this week’s episode of the Country Outdoors Podcast! Fresh off his first No. 1 with Jason Aldean, John shares the story behind “Friends Like That” and what it’s like chasing success in Nashville while staying grounded in his North Carolina roots. He talks about growing up turkey hunting, running dogs for raccoons and bears, and foraging ginseng in the Smokies before falli
Dustin Lynch | Country Outdoors Podcast w Mary O’Neill Phillips #70
This week on the Country Outdoors Podcast, Mary is joined by country music hitmaker and outdoor enthusiast Dustin Lynch for an unfiltered conversation that covers everything from elk hunting in Montana to his groundbreaking Las Vegas residency at the Wynn.
Dustin has earned 10 No. 1 singles on Country Airplay, including “Stars Like Confetti,” “Thinking ’Bout You,” “Small Town Boy,” “Good Girl,” “R
Lane Pittman | Country Outdoors Podcast w Mary O’Neill Phillips #69
This week on the Country Outdoors Podcast, Mary sits down at CMC Rocks 2025 in Queensland, Australia with rising star Lane Pittman. Lane opens up about his small-town roots in Mount Isa and Tamworth, his deep love for traditional country music, and how artists like Alan Jackson and Brooks & Dunn helped shape his sound.
Mary dives into his first songwriting trip to Nashville, where a deeply persona
Morgan Hylton | Country Outdoors Podcast w Mary O’Neill Phillips #68
This week on the Country Outdoors Podcast, Mary sits down with Morgan Hylton—an outdoorswoman, conservationist, and owner of Almost Heaven Plantation in South Carolina. Born and raised in Beckley, West Virginia, Morgan comes from a proud coal mining family with deep Appalachian roots. Her late father, Warren Hylton, was not only a major figure in the industry, but also one of the founding members
Dusty Boots | Country Outdoors Podcast w Mary O’Neill Phillips #67
On this week’s episode of the Country Outdoors Podcast, Mary is at CMC Rocks—the biggest country music festival in the Southern Hemisphere—where she sits down with Liam and Billy from Australia’s rising Dusty Boots Podcast. From farm life to footy, Aussie slang to country music’s future, they dig into what makes their scene special and how a builder from Ballarat and a country singer ended up behi
Dani Rose | Country Outdoors Podcast w Mary O’Neill Phillips #66
In this episode of the Country Outdoors Podcast, Mary sits down with longtime friend and country artist, Dani Rose. They discuss her transformative journey from California to Nashville and Dani shares how leaving the West Coast inspired her debut studio album Outsiders, a heartfelt tribute to dreamers, creatives, and those who feel like they don't quite fit in. They delve into the stories behind h
Koe Wetzel | Country Outdoors Podcast w Mary O’Neill Phillips #65
Mary sits down with country music star Koe Wetzel at CMC Rocks, Australia’s biggest international country music festival. From growing up hunting public land in Texas to tagging a bull elk over 380 inches, Koe’s love for the outdoors runs deep. They dive into everything from turkey hunting on Hawaii’s Big Island to crawling into a cave with a black bear in Utah. Tune in for wild stories, dream hun
Austin Williams | Country Outdoors Podcast w Mary O’Neill Phillips #64
Austin Williams isn’t just a rising country music artist—he’s a true Nashville native, one of the very few in the industry. Growing up on a tobacco farm, he developed a deep love for the outdoors at an early age. In this episode, he shares how he turned a one-year gap into a full-blown music career, proving that betting on yourself can pay off big. But when he’s not writing songs and performing, A
AJ Buckley | Country Outdoors Podcast w Mary O’Neill Phillips #63
AJ Buckley is an actor, entrepreneur, and former star of SEAL Team, where he portrayed the iconic Sonny Quinn. Born in Ireland, AJ’s journey into acting began with a childhood play that sparked his passion for the craft. After landing his first major role on CSI: NY, he went on to transform himself both mentally and physically to embody the role of a Navy SEAL in SEAL Team, which aired for seven s
Kylie Frey | Country Outdoors Podcast w Mary O’Neill Phillips #62
This week on the Country Outdoors Podcast, Mary catches up with her good friend Kylie Frey—or as some call her, Miss Thang! Growing up in Louisiana, Kylie quickly made a name for herself in the world of rodeo and Texas country music, racking up over 10 number-one hits on Texas country radio.
Mary and Kylie dive into new mom life, upcoming hunting plans, and how the Western lifestyle has made a maj
Kasey Tyndall | Country Outdoors Podcast w Mary O’Neill Phillips #61
On this week’s episode of the Country Outdoors Podcast, Mary sits down with longtime friend and country artist Kasey Tyndall. From growing up in North Carolina hunting clubs to embracing the journey of motherhood, Kasey and Mary dive into heartfelt conversations about raising kids of their own. Kasey is gearing up to release new music as 2025 kicks off including her recent single, "Not As I've Don
Jordan Rowe | Country Outdoors Podcast w Mary O’Neill Phillips #60
This week on The Country Outdoors Podcast, Mary sits down with her good friend, Jordan Rowe. Jordan Rowe is a talented singer/songwriter making his mark in Nashville’s country music scene. He also founded Music Row Ministries, a group offering Bible studies for men and women in the music industry. Jordan is a pioneer of "Kingdom Country," a growing genre that infuses country music with faith-based
Mary O’Neill Phillips | Country Outdoors Podcast #59
This week on the Country Outdoors Podcast, Mary closes out 2024 with a special solo episode! Join her as she takes a walk down memory lane, sharing stories from her childhood in Australia, her path to becoming a host, and how she discovered her deep passion for the outdoors. It’s a heartfelt and inspiring conversation that gives you a closer look at the woman behind the mic. Don’t miss it!
Tyler 'Screech' Collins | Country Outdoors Podcast w Mary O’Neill Phillips #58
On this week's episode of the Country Outdoors Podcast, Mary catches up with good friend Tyler Collins, better known as Screech. Screech operates behind the scenes as Dylan Marlowe's tour manager and has been with Dylan since the very beginning, playing a pivotal role in the growth and success of both Dylan’s career and his own. But Screech is more than just a tour manager—he's a passionate outdoo
Styles Haury | Country Outdoors Podcast w Mary O’Neill Phillips #57
On this week’s episode of the Country Outdoors Podcast, Mary sits down with rising country music talent Styles Haury for a lively conversation about the intersection of country music and outdoor life. Signed with Warner Chappell in Nashville, Styles has written for major artists like Craig Morgan, Craig Campbell, Jimmie Allen, and penned Luke Bryan’s #1 hit “Country On.” He dives into the inspirat
Tracy Lawrence | Country Outdoors Podcast w Mary O’Neill Phillips #56
This week on the Country Outdoors Podcast, Mary sits down with country music legend Tracy Lawrence. Known for his hits as a singer, songwriter, and record producer, Tracy has also made a profound impact off-stage with Mission: Possible Turkey Fry. Since 2006, this initiative has grown from a small gathering of friends frying turkeys to an annual event that now feeds hundreds of homeless individual
Allen Mitchell | Country Outdoors Podcast w Mary O’Neill Phillips #55
On this weeks episode of the Country Outdoors Podcast, Mary sits down to talk all things country music with Allen Mitchell. Allen is the Vice President of New Artist Management & Operations at Erv Woolsey Co., a leader in the country music industry. Growing up on his family farm, Allen developed a love for hunting and rodeo, which shaped his strong work ethic and passion for the outdoors. He has s
Larry Fleet | Country Outdoors Podcast w Mary O’Neill Phillips #54
In this episode of Country Outdoors Podcast, Mary sits down with country music artist Larry Fleet for an engaging conversation. They dive into Larry's deep-rooted hunting traditions, including how he’s passing the love for the outdoors on to his kids. They also discuss the story behind his powerful song "Where I Find God." Although the song was pulled from the radio charts in the #40s, its connect
Sydnie Wells | Country Outdoors Podcast w Mary O’Neill Phillips #53
On this episode of the Country Outdoors Podcast, Mary catches up with her good friend Sydnie Wells, the host of Barstool Outdoors. A lifelong bowhunter and passionate outdoorswoman, Sydnie shares insights on fall plans, her recent engagement, and their upcoming yellowfin tuna fishing trip. Tune in for a rich conversation full of outdoor adventures and personal stories!
Colby Acuff | Country Outdoors Podcast w Mary O’Neill Phillips #52
In this episode of the Country Outdoors Podcast, now available in video format, Mary chats with rising country star Colby Acuff. They explore his passion for steelhead fishing, bird dogs, and the great outdoors, while also diving into the world of country music. Colby discusses the inspiration behind his hit song "If I Were The Devil," revealing how it came together in one sitting. Tune in for a b
Lainey Wilson | Country Outdoors Podcast w Mary O’Neill Phillips #51
Tune in as we revisit an episode of the Country Outdoors Podcast where Mary & Mitch are joined by Lainey Wilson. A Louisiana native, Lainey has paved her way into the Nashville country scene, and it's clear that she is here to stay. Be sure to tune in, because Lainey and the crew are sure to be sayin' what they're thinkin'.
Sadie Bass | Country Outdoors Podcast w Mary O’Neill Phillips #50
Sadie Bass came down from her treestand and took our interview from her truck...seriously! This woman is a bada$$! Having recently relocated to Nashville Sadie is working hard and fighting the pandemic to get her music heard. Have a listen and let us know what you think!
Dylan Marlowe | Country Outdoors Podcast w Mary O’Neill Phillips #49
Mary & Zach catch up with Dylan Marlowe while on the road chasing ducks in Oklahoma!
Josh Kiser | Country Outdoors Podcast w Mary O’Neill Phillips #48
This week Mary & Mitch check in with up-and-coming artist Josh Kiser. Josh has a big voice and a big passion for the outdoors; don't miss an opporutnity to get in on the ground floor with this artist-to-watch!
