5 Best John Wayne Podcasts to Listen to (2026)

The John Wayne Gritcast is a fresh perspective on a classic icon and the Americana he still inspires.

Whether you grew up watching the movies of John Wayne, cut your teeth on Clint Eastwood's 'Man with No Name' trilogy, or consider Kevin Costner to be the screen's quintessential cowboy star, HOW THE WEST WAS 'CAST is just the podcast you've been waiting for. Join screenwriter and journalist Matthew Chernov and film historian Andrew Patrick Nelson as they discuss the beloved masterpieces, forgotten treasures, and curious cult movies that make up the Western film genre. From the timeless classics of the 1940s and '50s, to the bold and bloody titles of the 1960s and '70s, to the prestige Westerns of today, HOW THE WEST WAS 'CAST explores one of cinema's most fascinating and enduring genres. more

East Coast siblings Amy and Stu, and their friends Pat and Mel, have pledged to watch every Western. Along the way, they'll try to determine who brought the face, observe the Great American Coot in its natural habitat, and search for the best saloon. Listen in and...watch yourself out there on the trail!Check out some of our best episodes!#70 - Tombstone#66 - Boot Hill#55 - Sartana's Here...Trade Your Pistol for a Coffin#51 - Christmas Mountain#35 - The White Buffalo#30 - Rango#28 - Sabata the Killer#25 - Stagecoach#19 - Day of Anger#13 - The Fighting Fists of Shanghai Joe more

Welcome to Tumbleweeds and TV Cowboys, a classic western film and TV podcast. Each week, host Hunter Robinson and a guest will discuss iconic western films and TV shows that once defined American cinema and pop culture. From landmark TV shows like Gunsmoke to undisputed movie masterpieces like The Ox-Bow Incident, we'll dive into the filmmakers, stars, and stories behind the scenes of the best the genre has to offer. We'll also highlight unsung gems and, of course, cult movie enthusiasts' favorite: spaghetti westerns.If cattle drives, saloon brawls, and climactic shootouts are your idea of a good time, you'll enjoy Tumbleweeds and TV Cowboys.  more

With a special emphasis on the Western genre, A WORD ON WESTERNS is a podcast devoted to preserving and documenting the rich history of film, television, and related media. Hosted by television veteran Rob Word—joined by his son, producer and entertainer RJ Word—this award-winning interview series brings you in-depth conversations with the filmmakers, performers, and creative minds who shaped some of our most cherished screen classics. Many of these engaging discussions originate from the legendary Autry Museum in Los Angeles, California, offering authentic insights and firsthand stories that continue to keep the spirit of the West alive. more