Rephonic
Artwork for RHO Podcast
Deer Hunting
Hunting Strategies
Hunting
Whitetail Deer
Illinois
Food Plots
Whitetail Hunting
Weather Conditions
Habitat Management
Rut
Hunting Equipment
Deer Movement
Hunting Strategy
Turkey Hunting
Public Land Hunting
Ridge Hunter Outdoors
Trail Cameras
Archery
Buck Bedding
Weather Predictions

Every Monday, the Ridge Hunter Outdoors team and guests share stories, tips, tactics, and strategies that have made them both successful and unsuccessful in the whitetail woods. Join us and you might learn something to help you become a better hunter. At the very least, you should be entertained.

Be sure to tune in for Full Draw Fridays as well, where you'll learn even more about habitat managemen... more

PublishesDailyEpisodes317Founded5 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
NatureWildernessSportsScience

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for RHO Podcast

Latest Episodes

Fresh off having a new baby, Austin is back for another Full Draw Friday! We talk about all kinds of habitat improvements, Amishmen, and much more on this edition!

Ridge Hunter Products and Merchandise:

Ridgehunteroutdoors.com

Discount Code: FULLD... more

Rodney is a land specialist with Midwest Farm and Land. He does millions of dollars worth of sales every year in Illinois. He's also a partner of ours on the podcast. This week, he stopped by to talk about the market, his other business, and much mor... more

YouTube

Nelson is a true modern Montana mountain man. He's an avid hunter of mule deer, whitetails, elk, antelope, bears, and more. He also snow sleds, snowboards, trout fishes, serves on an elite helicopter rescue team, is a current detective and former SWA... more

YouTube

Cody Johnson is the founder of The Thin Blue Line Outdoors. This past deer season, we had a big buck contest with him and his team. Fortunately for us, we came out on top. We talked about that and the great season Cody and his team just wrapped up on... more

YouTube

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Accepts Sponsors
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

Recent Guests

Ethan Stubbs
Content creator and successful deer hunter.
Independent
Episode: First Cold Front This Season | Deer Season Daily 10/08/25
Jared Mills
Former MidWest Whitetail member now producing his own content.
Independent
Episode: First Cold Front This Season | Deer Season Daily 10/08/25
Cody Johnson
Hunter and outdoorsman, shared his experience from the caribou hunting trip
Thin Blue Line Outdoors
Episode: Firefighters vs Cops Big Buck Challenge! (Also Caribou Hunting) w/Cody Johnson | RHO Podcast #171
Matt Ward
Regional Director for Delta Waterfowl
Delta Waterfowl
Episode: Sitka Store Show w/ Ducks Unlimited, Delta Waterfowl, BHA, Sitka, and more! | RHO Podcast #168
Steve Sherk
Hunting expert and author at North American Whitetail Magazine, owner of Sherk's Guide Service
North American Whitetail Magazine
Episode: Steve Sherk's BEST Days To Hunt | Full Draw Friday #87
Drew Kozinski
Advocate for public land use and member of BHA
Backcountry Hunters and Anglers
Episode: Lake Shelbyville Archery Park Grand Opening! | RHO Podcast #163
Nate from Thin Blue Line
Guest at the Illinois Deer Classic Show
Thin Blue Line Outdoors
Episode: The Illinois Deer Classic Show | RHO Podcast #157
Tyler Kiefer
Frequent guest of the podcast, involved in discussions of waterfowl and turkey hunting
Episode: Ruffling Feathers w/ Tyler Kiefer | RHO Podcast #154
Drew Kazenski
President of the Illinois Backcountry Hunters & Anglers
Backcountry Hunters & Anglers
Episode: Drew Kazenski | RHO Podcast #153

Hosts

Ridge Hunter
Host of the show; co-host/leader of the conversation
Rodney Hawkins
Host of RHO Podcast; active in conversation and long-running contributor
Canyon Stone
Co-host of Full Draw Friday; focuses on habitat and hunting strategy alongside land management
Austin Stone
Co-host of Full Draw Friday; collaborates on habitat and strategy content
Unnamed Host
Host of the RHO Podcast; appears in some episodes

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 24 ratings
  • 5star

    Met you guys at IL deer classic over the weekend very good podcast and easy to listen to. Keep up the good work

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JTV94
    United States2 years ago
  • Great podcast

    I listen to the taillights about it outdoors podcast and heard Alex was on your show. Tuned in and started listening to all the old episodes. Very enjoyable and informative.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    W.B. Lumpy
    United States3 years ago
  • Not a better podcast for deer hunting!

    Great people and very knowledgeable! Keep up the great work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tykiefer
    United States3 years ago
  • Good

    Good people, great information.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ddubb13
    United States3 years ago
  • Informative and fun

    Good hunting tips here without constant product bombardment. Highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    realworldredneck
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Good mix of fieldcraft and business/social insights.
Informative and casual; not pushy about products.
Great practical hunting tips and friendly banter.
High-quality hosts with solid knowledge and real-world experience.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#149
Italy/Sports/Wilderness
Apple Podcasts
#69
China/Sports/Wilderness

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Why Aren't There More Women Who Hunt? | Q&A Episode | RHO Podcast #174
Q: What is a good starter podcast setup?
The host recommends the Zoom Pod Track P4 and Zoom ZDM-1 mics as a cost-effective starter setup for those interested in podcasting.
Why Aren't There More Women Who Hunt? | Q&A Episode | RHO Podcast #174
Q: What do we use to film and edit our videos?
The host explains the use of Canon HF G70 for filming and Adobe Premiere Pro for editing, emphasizing user-friendliness and quality.
Why Aren't There More Women Who Hunt? | Q&A Episode | RHO Podcast #174
Q: Why aren't there more women hunting?
The host speculates that many women were never introduced to hunting, as it may not seem attractive to them at a young age. Societal expectations and time constraints for mothers may also play a role in this disparity.
Dusty Takes the First Buck of the Season, Permit Refunds in Colorado? | Deer Season Daily 10/13/25
Q: What interesting political news did you mention about hunting permits?
Colorado Parks and Wildlife is issuing refunds for hunting permits due to a government shutdown, reflecting how this impacts hunters.
Dusty Takes the First Buck of the Season, Permit Refunds in Colorado? | Deer Season Daily 10/13/25
Q: What was the highlight of your recent hunts?
The highlight was Dusty bagging a mature buck named Curly, which was a significant achievement for him during youth season.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About RHO Podcast

What is RHO Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on practical, field-based hunting and land management content, blending hands-on tactics with real-world storytelling. Episodes often cover habitat work, food plots, deer behavior, gear and archery trends, market dynamics for hunting properties, and the realities of running a small outdoors media operation. A laid-back, conversational vibe and emphasis on actionable tips for deer hunting, habitat improvement, and content strategy make it useful for both active hunters and outdoor business professionals. A notable pattern is the combination of tactical advice (habitat, food plots, scouting) with industry remarks (gear trends, marketing, events), sometimes spotlighting family life and personal milestones that influence work-l... more

Where can I find podcast stats for RHO Podcast?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for RHO Podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to RHO Podcast and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does RHO Podcast get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for RHO Podcast, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for RHO Podcast?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for RHO Podcast, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does RHO Podcast have?

To see how many followers or subscribers RHO Podcast has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to RHO Podcast?

These podcasts share a similar audience with RHO Podcast:

1. The WHTL Podcast - Whitetail Deer Hunting Tactics, Stories & Expert Guests
2. HUNTR
3. The Fall Podcast
4. Working Class Bowhunter
5. Chasing Giants with Don Higgins

How many episodes of RHO Podcast are there?

RHO Podcast launched 5 years ago and published 317 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact RHO Podcast?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for RHO Podcast?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for RHO Podcast from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for RHO Podcast?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of RHO Podcast. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on RHO Podcast?

Recent guests on RHO Podcast include:

1. Ethan Stubbs
2. Jared Mills
3. Cody Johnson
4. Matt Ward
5. Steve Sherk
6. Drew Kozinski
7. Nate from Thin Blue Line
8. Tyler Kiefer

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days