Country Outdoors Podcast

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...

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...

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...

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 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 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...

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...

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...

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...

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!

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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!

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...

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 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! 

Mary & Zach catch up with Dylan Marlowe while on the road chasing ducks in Oklahoma!

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!

Josh Bagwell joins a long list of Georgia country-music artists who have found their way to the Country Outdoors Podcast! Since recording this interview Mary's had a chance to hunt pheasant in South Dakota with Josh and Turkey in Oklahoma...they've become good friends and we're all big fans of his music!

We have to admit, this podcast interview is a little different than any other one we've conducted, but that's to be expected when your guest is Mo Pitney! Yes, we talk about music and the outdoors but we also dive deeply into Mo's faith, humility and forgiveness. It's an episode you're not going to want to miss!

If you don't have a HUK Fishing Shirt or NOMAD hunting apparel you're missing out! We're excited to bring you a special interview with Jason Hart, one of the founders of these two great brands! Mary & Zach were filming in Charleston SC and sat down with Jason in between hunting and fishing adventures...theirs and his!

This week on the Country Outdoors Podcast: Mary heads to Charleston, South Carolina to catch up with reality star Shep Rose. Finding a rise to fame with his leading role on the television show "Southern Charm", Shep has amassed a large following, great stories, and a love for being outside. Come stop by, you don't miss this unique episode of the Country Outdoors Podcast.