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The Mindful Hunter Podcast

Jay Nichol

A deep dive into a mindful perspective on the discipline of hunting.

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EP 250 - Mindful Reviews Mondays: The Best Solution...

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2025/09/02

Late season whitetail hunting in sub-zero temperatures can be tough, especially when it comes to keeping your feet warm. After testing multiple solutions, I found these heated insoles to be the best option for staying comfortable during long hunts. In this video, I break down the benefits of these insoles, how they compare to other market options, and why they’re my go-to for late-season hunting. 0:00 – Intro 1:39 – Other Options Available 4:24 – Testing Protocol 5:57 – Bow Giveaway 6:21 –

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EP 249 – Field Judging Mastery: Inside the Horn Score...

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2025/08/29

This episode is a deep dive into field judging, DIY hunting adventures in Mexico, and the development of the Horn Score app with veteran outfitter Jay Scott and Blake Cannon.We cover: What makes Coues deer hunting in Mexico such a unique adventure The logistics of crossing the border and hunting DIY ranches Why field judging is such a challenge for both new and experienced hunters The evolution of the Horn Score app: from proven scoring methods to building a massive public database of

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EP 248 - Mindful Reviews Mondays: Compact Spotting...

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2025/08/26

Looking for the best compact spotting scope? This comprehensive comparison of the Swarovski, Kowa, and Vortex compact spotters will help you make the smartest purchase decision. Over the last month, I’ve rigorously tested all three models to assess their performance, build quality, and value for money. From price and brand reputation to weight, glass quality, and weather resistance, I provide detailed, unbiased insights and my personal opinion to help you choose the right scope for your hunting

01:21:36

EP 247: Elk Bootcamp Re-Share: Student of The Elk...

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2025/08/23

Alright folks, elk season is just around the corner, and to help us all get ready, I am reposting some of the best elk hunting episodes I have done in the past. If you have never listened to these episodes, they are full of great tips, and if you have, it never hurts to get a refresher right before the season.This originally aired as episode 132 Typically, I have John on to do deep dives on gear setup and discuss backcountry mission planning. This week, however, we focused intensely on the elk

01:26:37

EP 246: Elk Bootcamp Re-Share - Instinctive Elk...

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2025/08/21

Alright folks, elk season is just around the corner, and to help us all get ready, I am reposting some of the best elk hunting episodes I have done in the past. If you have never listened to these episodes, they are full of great tips, and if you have, it never hurts to get a refresher right before the season. This originally aired as episode 132 Joel has been a good friend ever since I took his Shot IQ controlled process online program 4-5 years ago. I have always been intrigued by Joel’s

01:25:55

EP 245: Elk Bootcamp Re-Share - Elk Hunting...

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2025/08/19

Alright folks, elk season is just around the corner, and to help us all get ready, I am reposting some of the best elk hunting episodes I have done in the past. If you have never listened to these episodes, they are full of great tips, and if you have, it never hurts to get a refresher right before the season. This originally aired as episode 131 This week, I had the opportunity to sit down with a man I have admired for many years. Dirk Durham, also known as The Bigler, has established a

01:44:45

EP 244 – Everything You Wanted to Know About TRT,...

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2025/08/15

This week we’re going deep on PEDs. I opened up a Q&A on IG and got a ton of great questions about TRT, Peptides and PEDs. I start by sharing my personal experience with these compounds over the last 10 years, then do my best to answer as many questions as possible. I am not a doctor and this is not medical advice.Jay Nichol jay@mindfulhunter.com https://www.mindful-reviews.com/ https://www.mindfulhunter.com/ Forged In The

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EP 243 – Opening Day Mountain Goat Success - Vance...

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2025/08/07

Not a lot needs to be said about this one. Buckle up for the story of how we got Vance his first Billy in the mountains of BC after a year of struggle and failure.Jay Nichol jay@mindfulhunter.com https://www.mindful-reviews.com/ https://www.mindfulhunter.com/ Forged In The

02:27:01

EP 242 – Truck Talk: Goat Hunt Q&A with Vance –...

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2025/08/01

In this special on-the-road episode, Vance and I hit record while driving deep into goat country. With the truck packed and tags in our pockets, we tackle a pile of listener questions ranging from ethical shot distances and when to use a tripod, to the age-old debate of who gets first shot. We also break down whether a 6mm Creedmoor has any business being pointed at a moose. Jay Nichol jay@mindfulhunter.com https://www.mindful-reviews.com/ https://www.mindfulhunter.com/ Forged In The

01:36:39

EP 241 – My First Elk Series ft. Tim O’Leary

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2025/07/25

The My First Elk Series is focused on conversations with elk hunters who have killed their first elk in the last couple of years. The goal is to break down their experience and see what changed that allowed them to end their losing streak and finally put an elk on the ground. This second episode features my buddy Tim and dropped a ton of useful insights that will come in handy this September.Jay Nichol jay@mindfulhunter.com https://www.mindful-reviews.com/ https://www.mindfulhunter.com/ Forged

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EP 240 – My First Elk Series ft. Bo Scott Campbell

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2025/07/18

The My First Elk Series is focused on conversations with elk hunters who have killed their first elk in the last couple of years. The goal is to break down their experience and see what changed that allowed them to end their losing streak and finally put an elk on the ground. Up first we’ve got my buddy Bo Scott Campbell and this episode is full of helpful insights for the up and coming elk slayer.Bo Scott Campbell https://www.instagram.com/boscottcampbell/ Jay

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EP 239 - Youtube Review Repost: Argali Absaroka &...

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2025/07/11

While I’m out in the mountains scouting for an upcoming mountain goat hunt, I didn’t want to leave you hanging. So in this episode, I’m sharing the audio from two recent YouTube gear reviews: the Argali Absaroka Tent and the Prime RVX 34 Bow.Jay Nichol jay@mindfulhunter.com https://www.mindful-reviews.com/ https://www.mindfulhunter.com/ Forged In The

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EP 238 – Montana Archery Elk Hunt Prep with Ben & Vance

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2025/07/04

I sit down with the boys this week to discuss our upcoming archery elk hunt in Montana. We go over how we drew the tags, what our strategy is, how that’s changed along the way and what gear we are planning to bring.Jay Nichol jay@mindfulhunter.com https://www.mindful-reviews.com/ https://www.mindfulhunter.com/ Forged In The

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EP 237 – Everything You Wanted to Know About...

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2025/06/27

I just got back from the intro 600 yard course from Shoot2Hunt and it absolutely blew my mind. In this episode I go over the entire experience, provide my critique and then I answer listener questions.Shoot2Hunt https://www.instagram.com/shoot2hunt/ https://shoot2hunt.com/ Jay Nichol jay@mindfulhunter.com https://www.mindful-reviews.com/ https://www.mindfulhunter.com/ Forged In The

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EP 236 – Everything You Wanted to Know About...

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2025/06/23

I just wrapped up six intense weeks of guiding and outfitting bear hunts here in British Columbia. It was my first season running a full-time outfit in this new territory, and it delivered everything I hoped for—hard lessons, great people, and unforgettable adventures. A lot of you had questions, so I dropped a Q&A post on Instagram and used this episode to dive into your biggest asks. I break down what I learned, what surprised me, and how I’m already planning to level things up for next

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EP 235 – Goat Hunt Redemption with Vance: Hard...

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2025/06/13

This week I’ve got my hunting partner Vance on the show, and we’re digging into last year’s goat hunt that didn’t go as planned. We talk about what went wrong, the key lessons we took away from the experience, and how we’re changing things up for this season.We also walk through our updated gear lists — what worked, what didn’t, and what’s getting replaced. From layering systems to optics and boots, we break down what we’re packing and why. It’s a raw, honest chat about failure in the mountains,

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EP 234 – Send It and The Last 30 Minutes – Anthony...

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2025/06/09

In this episode, I sit down with Ben and Anthony, two recent clients of Mindful Hunter Outfitting, to walk through their successful spring bear hunt in the mountains of British Columbia. We talk about how the hunt played out — covering the tough terrain, the glassing strategy, some key decision points, and what it took to get it done in rugged country. It was a classic mountain hunt with a good mix of hard work, quiet moments, and a few unexpected twists along the way. If you’re interested in the

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EP 233 – Blake Totally Redeemed Himself! Mindful...

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2025/05/23

In this episode, I sit down with Blake, who succeeded on his bear hunt with Mindful Hunter Outfitting this week. We dive deep into the full story—how we planned the hunt, the gear we relied on, and the moment it all came together with a mature black bear.This isn’t just a hunt recap. It’s a candid conversation about mindset, learning curves, and what it’s like to put trust in a guide for the first time. We also break down the specific strategies we used to locate bears in remote country, the

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EP 232 - Q&A: Worst Supplement Brand in Hunting,...

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2025/05/09

In this no-holds-barred Q&A episode, I dive into your hunting-related questions straight from Instagram. I give my unfiltered take on the worst supplement brand in the hunting industry and why I think it’s time we stop falling for influencer-driven hype. I also share an update on my latest tattoo—what it means and why I got it. And yes, we get into the weeds on the always controversial topic of shot placement on black bears, especially under real-world hunting conditions. No fluff, no BS—just

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EP 231 – From Forums to Firearms – A Conversation...

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2025/05/02

In this episode, I sit down with Ryan Avery — founder of Rokslide and Shoot2Hunt — for a candid conversation about the evolution of hunting media, rifle culture, and how gear reviews have changed over the past decade. Ryan shares his journey from building one of the most trusted backcountry hunting forums on the internet to launching Shoot2Hunt, a platform built to cut through marketing noise and focus on real-world rifle performance.We dig into the rise of gear-centric hunting content, the

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