KIFARUCAST

Aron Snyder runs KIFARUCAST the same way Kifaru builds their packs — no shortcuts, no fluff, and a stubborn commitment to getting things right. With 547 episodes and a 4.9 rating from over 2,600 listeners, the show has become a staple for backcountry hunters who want honest, sometimes blunt assessments of gear, tactics, and the hunting industry at large. The format is mostly long-form interviews, usually running an hour to well over two hours. Snyder brings on an eclectic mix of guests — professional guides, tournament archers, wildlife photographers, nutritionists, and plenty of regular hunters who happen to have incredible stories. One week you might hear a detailed breakdown of broadhead performance on elk at various angles, and the next could be a conversation about land navigation without GPS in grizzly country. What keeps people coming back is Snyder's directness. He will tell you straight up if a piece of gear is overhyped, if a hunting tactic is outdated, or if a popular opinion in the community is just wrong. The show covers archery extensively — bow tuning, arrow building, shooting form — alongside rifle hunting, fishing, camping skills, and conservation topics. It is explicitly rated for a reason; the conversations are unfiltered and occasionally salty. If you appreciate a host who treats you like a hunting buddy rather than a customer, KIFARUCAST delivers that consistently.