The Mindful Hunter Podcast

Jay Nichol
  • 4.6 (95)
  • WILDERNESS
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The Mindful Hunter Podcast

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

  1. 12 HRS AGO

    EP 213 – Chasing The Next Audacious Adventure with Connor Gabbott

    I’ve been eager to have Connor on the podcast for some time now. Not only is he an incredibly talented photographer and videographer, but he also leads a fascinating life. His content stands out as some of the best in highlighting the reflective side of hunting and the importance of being fully present in the outdoors.   Connor Gabbott https://www.instagram.com/connorgabbott.photo/     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

    1h 22m

  2. 3 DAYS AGO

    EP 212 - Aziak Frontcountry vs. Outdoorsmans Innegra – Catastrophic Failure & Field Test Results

    There has been significant innovation in tripod technology over the last few years and both Aziak and Outdoorsmans have updated their carbon fiber offerings. I have considerable experience testing gear from both companies and have always been impressed. Unfortunately, I had a catastrophic failure on this recent trip with one of these tripods. Watch the video for a detailed comparison of these tripods and hear the story of why I will never bring one of these tripods to the field again. Chapters: 0:00 – Intro0:21 – Technical Specs2:17 – Filed Testing Protocol2:52 – Mindful Hunter Outfitting4:32 – Pros and Cons of The Aziak9:50 – Pros and Cons of The Outdoorsmans17:34 – Catastrophic Field Failure22:22 – Standing Tripods In The Backcountry23:42 – Follow-Up Review With RRS Jay Nicholjay@mindfulhunter.comhttps://www.mindful-reviews.com/https://www.mindfulhunter.com/ Forged In The Backcountryhttps://forgedinthebackcountry.com/ Merchhttps://www.mindfulhunter.com/shop Newsletterhttps://www.mindfulhunter.com/contact IGhttps://www.instagram.com/mindful_hunter/ Podcasthttps://www.mindfulhunter.com/podcast Free Backcountry Nutrition Guidehttps://www.mindfulhunter.com/tools

    27 min

  3. 6 DAYS AGO

    EP 211 – The Art of Making Great Hunt Films With Luke Dusenbury

    After seeing the latest GoHunt original One Good Chance starring Trail Kreitzer I knew I had to have Luke on the podcast. We spent almost two hours nerding out on what goes into making gear hunt films.   Luke Dusenbury https://www.instagram.com/luke.dusenbury/     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

    1h 48m

  4. DEC 17

    EP 210 - Top Backcountry Food Hacks: Save Weight, Money, and Boost Calories

    Discover my top backcountry food hacks to prep your meals for the wilderness effectively. Learn how to save weight, cut costs, and increase the caloric density of your meals with these simple tricks. Get your free meal planning PDF and watch the detailed breakdown of each hack: Backcountry Meal Planning Guide https://www.mindfulhunter.com/tools   0:00 – Intro0:39 – Free Meal Planning PDF https://www.mindfulhunter.com/tools1:14 – Field Strip Meals3:20 – Avoid Overpriced Backcountry Foods6:56 – DIY Breakfast Ideas9:17 – Dual Dry Bag Food Storage Technique12:43 – Don’t Cut Calories – Add Fats! 📦 In This Video: Detailed field stripping instructions Money saving ideas for the backcountry Innovative food storage ideas Tactics to increase the caloric density of your meals 👀 Who Should Watch: Hikers Hunters Nature photographers Outdoor enthusiasts Mountaineers Relevant Videos: Watch now and elevate your backcountry meal game! 🔔 Subscribe for More: If you found this review helpful, please like, share, and subscribe for more reviews and insights on the latest outdoor gear! 💬 Join the Conversation: Have any questions or thoughts? Drop them in the comments below, and I'll be happy to respond! #BackcountryFood #CampingHacks #OutdoorCooking #MealPrep #HikingTips #SaveMoney #BoostCalories   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

    17 min

  5. DEC 13

    EP 209 - Kowa TSN-55A Spotting Scope Review: Initial Impressions

    In this video, I give you my initial impressions of the new Kowa TSN-55A Spotting Scope. Known for its compact size and superior optics, the Kowa TSN-55A promises exceptional performance for bird watchers, hunters, and nature enthusiasts. Join us as we explore its features, performance, and explore whether it lives up to the hype! 🔍 Chapters: 0:00 – The Problems with Reviews 4:49 – Initial Impressions Kowa TSN 55A 5:27 – Fluorite Crystal 7:01 – Trade-offs 7:34 – So What’s New? 9:10 – Price 9:33 – Specs 12:49 – Size & Shape 14:48 – Upcoming 3-way Battle 15:45 – Final Thoughts       📦 In This Video: Detailed review of the Kowa TSN-55A Spotting Scope Unboxing and initial thoughts Pros and cons to help you decide if it's worth the investment Comparison with other popular spotting scopes 👀 Who Should Watch: Bird watchers Hunters Nature photographers Outdoor enthusiasts Anyone looking for a high-quality compact spotting scope 🌟 Key Features: Compact and lightweight design High-resolution optics Durable and weather-resistant construction Easy to carry and use in the field 📈 Benefits of Watching: Get a thorough understanding of the Kowa TSN-55A Spotting Scope Learn about its performance in real-world scenarios Discover how it compares to other spotting scopes on the market Make an informed decision before purchasing Relevant Videos: @Backwoods Pursuit OH NO THEY DIDN'T! NEW - Kowa TSN 55 Compact Spotting Scope Review 🔔 Subscribe for More: If you found this review helpful, please like, share, and subscribe for more reviews and insights on the latest outdoor gear! 💬 Join the Conversation: Have any questions or thoughts? Drop them in the comments below, and I'll be happy to respond! #KowaTSN55A #SpottingScopeReview #BirdWatching #HuntingGear #OutdoorGear #NaturePhotography #OpticsReview   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

    20 min

  6. DEC 10

    EP 208 – Birthday Q&A With My Daughter Esme

    Last week was my daughter Esme’s 9th birthday and one of the things she asked for was to come on my podcast. I put a Q&A post on my IG story to get some questions from my audience and was shocked at how great the response was. Not only did we get a ton of questions, but they were super high quality. So, I would like to officially introduce you to my daughter Esme. I hope you enjoy this conversation.     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

    42 min

  7. DEC 6

    EP 207 – Exclusive Product Announcement with Brad Brooks from Argali

    I have had the opportunity to test a lot of Argali gear over the last few years, and I always love getting to sit down and chat with Brad. Not only is he a great product designer, but he’s an absolute stud in the woods. We dove into some of the lessons learned from our hunting trips this year, and then we got into one of the products I have been testing for them this season, and Brad shared an exclusive product announcement.     Brad Brooks https://www.instagram.com/bradabrooks/ https://argalioutdoors.com/     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

    1h 55m

  8. DEC 3

    EP 206 - Garmin Fenix 7X Pro Solar Review: Best Backcountry Smartwatch or Waste of Money?

    After wearing the Garmin Fenix 7X Pro Solar every day for the last 10 months, I'm finally sharing my full review. This episode dives into the features, performance, and whether it's worth the investment. Watch to find out if this smartwatch lives up to the hype! Chapters: 0:00 – Intro 1:02 – Testing Process 3:40 – My 5 Smartwatch Priorities 6:22 – Training Tracking 11:36 – Sleep Tracking 14:12 – Navigation 16:37 – Battery Life 18:33 – Phone Integration 22:10 – Conclusion In This Episode: Detailed analysis of the Garmin Fenix 7X Pro Solar Real-world usage and performance insights Pros and cons after 10 months of daily use Key features including training tracking, sleep monitoring, navigation, battery life, and phone integration Who Should Listen: Outdoor enthusiasts Fitness buffs Tech gadget lovers Anyone considering the Garmin Fenix 7X Pro Solar Don’t Miss: My honest opinion on whether this smartwatch is worth your money Practical tips for maximizing the use of your Garmin Fenix 7X Pro Solar Subscribe for More: If you found this review helpful, don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more reviews and tech insights! #GarminFenix7XPro #SmartwatchReview #OutdoorGear #FitnessTech #TechReview 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

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

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  • Creator
    Jay Nichol
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    220
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Copyright 2020 All rights reserved.
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    The Mindful Hunter Podcast

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