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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 286 - Thermarest NeoAir Xlite NXT vs. Big Agnes...

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2026/01/09

Are you a bigger guy looking for the best ultralight sleeping pad that won’t bottom out on rocky ground or cold nights? In this in-depth comparison, I put the Thermarest NeoAir Xlite NXT and the Big Agnes Zoom UL head-to-head to find out which one truly delivers for tall and heavy hunters and backpackers.This review goes beyond marketing fluff. I field-tested both pads in real backcountry conditions, evaluated their warmth, comfort, durability, and packability, and broke down the specs in a way

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EP 285 - The Truth About the New Sig Sauer Oscar 6...

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2026/01/06

Is the Sig Sauer Oscar 6 HDX Pro worth the hype? In this no-nonsense review, I take a deep dive into Sig’s latest image-stabilized spotting scope and stack it up against the competition in real-world hunting and glassing conditions.📌 Chapters: 0:00 – Intro 3:09 – Limitations of digiscope footage for competitive reviews 4:45 – Mindful Hunter Outfitting updates 5:38 – 3-way Digiscope Analysis 12:29 – 3-way Category Scoring 15:50 – Conclusion & Recommendations 🧠 What You’ll Learn: • Real-world

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EP 284 – Piss Ant Cartridges and Devastating Results...

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2026/01/01

I sat down this week with my good friend Colton Bagnoli to discuss his personal experience with the recent trend of smaller cartridges for use on big game. We closed out with a good chat on some reloading basics as well.Colton Bagnoli https://www.instagram.com/papwinkle/ Jay Nichol jay@mindfulhunter.com https://www.mindful-reviews.com/ https://www.mindfulhunter.com/ Forged In The

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EP 283 - Scientifically Dissecting Blk Flg's New...

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2025/12/30

Revenge by BLK FLG claims to deliver energy, focus, mood, and pumps—but does it actually hit the clinical doses that research shows are effective? In this no-BS deep dive, I break down every key ingredient—L-citrulline, caffeine, alpha-GPC, Dynamine™, TeaCrine®, huperzine A, and more—against real peer-reviewed science.🎁 Gear Giveaway: Win a SIG Oscar6 Image Stabilized Spotting Scope by supporting at https://www.mindfulreviews.com 🦉 Hunt with Me: Interested in booking a 2026 hunt? 📧 Email me at:

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EP 282 – What It Really Took To Kill A 200” Mule Deer...

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2025/12/26

When I saw Aquila's giant muley show up on my IG feed, I knew I had to sit down with him and hear the story of how he killed this buck. As usual, there were no secrets or gimmicks just a whiole lot of persistence and hard work.Aquila Broewn https://www.instagram.com/kootenaybackwoods/ Jay Nichol jay@mindfulhunter.com https://www.mindful-reviews.com/ https://www.mindfulhunter.com/ Forged In The

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EP 281 - Ultimate Field Test: Shoot2Hunt x Exo...

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2025/12/23

I’ve been running the new Teratorn Backpack from Shoot2Hunt and Exo for over two months—and I’ve put it through hell. From six weeks of hardcore bear guiding to a full week at a precision rifle course where I fired 1,200+ rounds, this pack wasn’t babied. I used it as my primary shooting support, my daily hauler, and my backcountry workhorse.This isn’t just a first impressions video—this is a real-world, no-BS review after serious use. If you’re considering this pack for backcountry hunting or

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EP 280 – Coues Deer Hunting Masterclass with Jay Scott

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2025/12/19

I leave in just under a month for a two-week Coues hunting trip that will see me bow hunting in Arizona and rifle hunting in Mexico. That means there was no better time to sit down with the Coues legend himself, Jay Scott.Jay Scott https://www.instagram.com/jayscottoutdoors/ http://jayscottoutdoorspodcast.com/ Jay Nichol jay@mindfulhunter.com https://www.mindful-reviews.com/ https://www.mindfulhunter.com/ Forged In The

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EP 279 - Crisis Is Not Consent: Defending Civil...

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2025/12/17

I have a lot of friends in Australia, and I lived there for two years, so when my good buddy reached out to see if we could do a quick update on how people could fight back against Australia's knee-jerk reaction to stricter gun reform in light of the recent terrorist attack, of course, I agreed. Remember they;re not just coming after our guns they're coming afetr our freedom so even if you are not a gun ownewr it behooves you to help porotect civil libeerty.This link, cr9pyf61nzf3bsxc

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EP 278 – Bringing the Ram Awards Back to BC with...

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2025/12/15

This week I sat down with Tanner from Frontiermen to discuss reinstating the Ram awards at the BC sheep show in 2026. We also had a good chat about several other hunting topics.Jay Nichol jay@mindfulhunter.com https://www.mindful-reviews.com/ https://www.mindfulhunter.com/ Forged In The

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EP 277 – Inside Unknown Munitions: Building Precision...

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2025/12/12

In this episode, I sit down with Jake from Unknown Munitions for a deep dive into the origins, growth, and ethos of one of the most respected names in precision ammunition. We explore Jake’s unexpected shift from a safe corporate job into launching a reloading empire, what it takes to build a scalable business without selling out, and the real-world implications of trying to balance quality, growth, and authenticity in the hunting and shooting space. We also get into the nuts and bolts of reloading,

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EP 276 - Kite APC 60 ED: World’s First Image...

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2025/12/09

Sale on hunts with Mindful Hunter Outfitting. Get up to $750 off per person. Email https://www.mindful-reviews.com/ and get automatically entered to win a Sig Oscar 6 Image-Stabilising Spotting Scope!In this deep dive, we put the Kite Optics APC 60 through a rigorous field test to see if it lives up to the hype. With built-in image stabilization, compact form factor, and claims of premium optics, this scope targets serious backcountry hunters and wildlife spotters looking for performance without

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EP 275 – Killing Elk And Building Badass Cook Systems...

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2025/12/05

This week, I sit down with Chris Neville, one of the cofounders of Roughridge Stove Co. He is also a stud of an elk hunter.Chris Neville https://roughridgestove.com/ https://www.instagram.com/roughridgestove/ https://www.instagram.com/cjneville23/ Jay Nichol jay@mindfulhunter.com https://www.mindful-reviews.com/ https://www.mindfulhunter.com/ Forged In The

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EP 274 – Solocast Q&A

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2025/11/28

Time for another Q&A episode!Jay Nichol jay@mindfulhunter.com https://www.mindful-reviews.com/ https://www.mindfulhunter.com/ Forged In The Backcountry https://forgedinthebackcountry.com/ Merch https://www.mindfulhunter.com/shop Newsletter https://www.mindfulhunter.com/contact IG https://www.instagram.com/mindful_hunter/ Podcast https://www.mindfulhunter.com/podcast Free Backcountry Nutrition Guide https://www.mindfulhunter.com/tools

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EP 273 - Ultralight iPhone Filmmaking Setup for the...

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2025/11/25

If you’re looking to film high-quality, cinematic content deep in the backcountry without lugging around a heavy camera rig — this iPhone setup is for you. In this video, I walk through my ultralight iPhone 15 Pro Max filmmaking rig, designed for shooting Apple ProRAW / ProRes, capturing clean wireless audio, and storing footage directly to an external SSD. This setup is perfect for backcountry hunters, adventure filmmakers, mobile content creators, or anyone trying to travel light without

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EP 272 – After-Action Hunt Report: Jay & Ben Debrief...

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2025/11/21

In this new series, I am going to focus on walking through a single hunt from this past season with a hunter and breaking down their success, lessons learned, gear failures and much more. On this episode, I sit down with my friend Ben, and we break down our archery elk hunt in Montana this year.Jay Nichol jay@mindfulhunter.com https://www.mindful-reviews.com/ https://www.mindfulhunter.com/ Forged In The

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EP 271 - GoHunt Apparel Review: Initial Impressions...

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2025/11/18

Welcome back to another edition of Mindful Review Mondays, where I provide an audio version of a video review I have already posted to YouTube. This week, I am combining two episodes into one. Not only did I post the first impressions review of the new GoHunt apparel, but I also attached the follow-up review I shared after a full season of bear guiding in the clothing. Jay Nichol jay@mindfulhunter.com https://www.mindful-reviews.com/ https://www.mindfulhunter.com/ Forged In The

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EP 270 – After-Action Hunt Report: Rydell from Aziak...

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2025/11/14

In this new series I am going to focus on walking through a single hunt from this past season with a hunter and breaking down their success, lessons learned, gear failures and much more. On this first episode I sit down with my friend and founder of Aziak Equipment Rydell Reinbold.Aziak Equipment https://aziak.com/ https://www.instagram.com/aziakequipment/ Jay Nichol jay@mindfulhunter.com https://www.mindful-reviews.com/ https://www.mindfulhunter.com/ Forged In The

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EP 269 - The Best Fitness Tracker in 2025 – Garmin...

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2025/11/11

In this podcast, we put the latest lineup of hunting and fitness wearables through the Mindful Hunter scoring system—breaking down everything from battery life and GPS performance to real-world hunt data and sleep tracking. If you’re looking for a no-nonsense review that cuts through the marketing fluff, this one’s for you.We start with a full overview of the scoring system and testing methodology, followed by a deep dive into how each watch performed across a variety of metrics that actually

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EP 268 – Solocast Q&A: Mechanical vs. Fixed. Small...

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2025/11/07

It’s been a while, but I am finally back with a jam-packed Q&A episode. I was only able to get through half the questions, so if you don’t see yours, it will be on the next episode.Jay Nichol jay@mindfulhunter.com https://www.mindful-reviews.com/ https://www.mindfulhunter.com/ Forged In The

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EP 267 - Marketing Hype or Significant Upgrade?!? Sig...

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2025/11/04

Since publishing my in-depth review of rangefinding binoculars last year, Sig Sauer has introduced a major update to their KILO10K line. In this video, I take a closer look at the changes and share insights from recent field testing to assess whether these updates represent a meaningful improvement over the first generation—or if they’re simply the result of marketing spin. 0:00 – Intro 3:38 – Major Outfitting News 7:38 – Upgrades to Gen 2 8:34 – Explanation for Blue Tint on Gen 1 10:57 –

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