Modern Day Sniper Podcast

Caylen Wojcik
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The Modern Day Sniper Podcast is your ultimate source for insights and discussions on the sniper lifestyle, from active duty to life beyond the uniform. Hosted by Caylen Wojcik, join us as we explore the art and science of precision shooting, the mental and physical discipline required, and the ongoing journey of self-improvement and mastery.Caylen began his professional journey as a rifleman in the US Marine Corps, where he served as a Scout/Sniper and instructor. He trained Marines, soldiers, and Navy operatives in marksmanship and urban combat tactics. After sustaining severe injuries in 2004, Caylen passed his experience to new snipers before leaving active duty. Since then, he has taught precision rifle skills to hundreds of military, law enforcement, and civilians.

  1. 13H AGO

    Meet the Modern Day Mentors - MDS Podcast Episode #0131

    In this episode of the Modern Day Sniper Podcast, Caylen sits down at Nail Spring Ranch with mentors Aaron Martin, Juan Ospina, and Landen Jones to kick off their newest masterclass, Rapid Engagement Techniques, taught by Landen. Recorded during an immersive training week at the ranch, the crew dives into mindset, shares stories from the field, and talks about what it means to grow as a modern rifleman and mentor. Caylen also teases upcoming classes across the United States—including immersive courses at Nail Spring Ranch in Southern Oregon, skills progression camps in Yakima, Washington, and law enforcement sniper clinics nationwide—as well as big developments inside the Modern Day Sniper Club, like the ongoing Cold Bore 40 Challenge and the launch of their new Fireside Chat series featuring guests such as Francis Colon. Tune in for a blend of community, training insight, and a look at what’s coming next for Modern Day Sniper.

    1h 13m

  2. MAR 6

    MDS Podcast Episode #0130 | Vincent Peak

    In this episode of the podcast we traveled to Spokane, WA and spent a day with our newest addition to the Mentorship Team at Modern Day Sniper, Mr. Vincent Peak. Vince and his wife Morgan own and operate Northwest Elite, a therapy spa center. Vincent and his wife Morgan have dedicated their lives to understanding the human body, how it functions, and how to optimize its performance on every level. This is a deep episode - Vincent shares his beginnings from early childhood, to joining the Marine Corps and becoming a Scout/Sniper, and how those events transformed his life into what he lives today. This is a fantastic episode filled with stories of personal resilience, meaningful connection and a drive to always perform at your best while staying grounded and centered. 🔗 Vincent Peak Website: https://www.northwestelite.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vince.peak 🔗 Modern Day Sniper In-Person Training Events: https://www.moderndaysniper.com/events Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moderndaysniper 🔗 Join our community – The MDS Club https://www.moderndayrifleman.com

    2h 34m

  3. FEB 27

    MDS Episode #0129 | Keep the Promise: Romeo Santiago on Brotherhood, Loss, and Carrying the Weight

    In this episode of the Modern Day Sniper Podcast, Caylen Wojcik sits down with Romeo Santiago for a grounded and meaningful conversation centered on service, sacrifice, and taking responsibility for those we served alongside. The discussion covers Romeo’s military background, lessons learned during deployment in Ramadi, and the long-term challenges veterans face after combat. A major focus of the episode is the Keep the Promise Challenge, an upcoming endurance effort where Romeo will run 34 miles a day for five consecutive days to honor fallen comrades and raise awareness and support for veterans through organizations like Semper Fi. The conversation highlights the importance of remembrance, accountability, and building better support systems for veterans long after the mission ends. 🔗 Keep the Promise Challenge Donation Page: https://runsignup.com/keepthepromisechallenge Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oldmanyago8541 🔗 Modern Day Sniper In-Person Training Events: https://www.moderndaysniper.com/events Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moderndaysniper 🔗 Join our community – The MDS Club https://www.moderndayrifleman.com

    1h 20m

  4. FEB 25

    From Combat to Creation: Dagan Van Oosten on Leadership, Life After Service, and Nomadic Research | MDS Episode #0128

    In this episode of the Modern Day Sniper Podcast, Caylen Wojcik sits down with Dagan Van Oosten for a wide-ranging and candid conversation that spans military service, leadership, entrepreneurship, and life after the uniform. Dagan shares lessons learned from his time in the Marine Corps, the transition into contracting and the evolution of the Global Response Staff (GRS), and how adaptability and mission planning translate far beyond combat environments. The discussion also dives into podcasting and content creation, family legacy and service, teaching and leadership development, and the realities of balancing demanding work with family life. Dagan also talks about launching his outdoor gear company, Nomadic Research, and his involvement with the nonprofit 22 Jumps, which supports veterans through extreme sports and purpose-driven community. 🔗 Nomadic Research Website: https://nomadicresearch.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nomadicresearch 🔗 Modern Day Sniper In-Person Training Events: https://www.moderndaysniper.com/events Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moderndaysniper 🔗 Join our community – The MDS Club https://www.moderndayrifleman.com

    1h 42m

  5. JAN 2

    Jack Hinson: The Birth of American Guerrilla Warfare | MDS Episode #0127

    If you care about rifleman-ship, this episode is about more than history. It’s about discipline, limits, ethics, and what happens when skill spreads faster than wisdom. In this episode: Why the “old world” of precision shooting felt earned (and why it’s gone) How YouTube + gear + free ballistic charts created a new kind of risk Ethical long-range hunting: capability vs. probability vs. consequence “Flirt with your limitations” in training—stay inside your capabilities in the field A real look at public land behavior, spectrum ethics, and cultural hunting differences Jack Hinson: neutrality, occupation, loss, and the birth of a one-man war Observation as the real foundation of sniping (the part people skip) Fort Henry / Fort Donelson, Union occupation, guerrilla warfare, and fallout The importance of primary sources, and why we recommend the book 🔥 Train with Modern Day Sniper 🎯 Join the global rifleman community: https://www.moderndayrifleman.com/ 📺 Explore digital masterclasses: https://www.moderndaysniper.com/online-training Follow Us On Instagram & Youtube!  https://www.instagram.com/moderndaysniper https://www.youtube.com/@MODERNDAYSNIPER 👉 If you enjoy these history lessons, like, subscribe, and share with a fellow rifleman. Your support helps us keep alive the lineage of the American Rifleman.

    2h 37m

  6. 11/24/2025

    Precision & Purpose: A Deep Dive with Sam Carlson of Thunder Beast | MDS Episode #0126

    Caylen Wojcik sits down with competitive shooter, match director, and Thunder Beast Arms Corp shooter Sam Carlson for a long, thoughtful, and refreshingly transparent discussion about the places where precision rifle shooting, personal growth, trauma, ego, and self-awareness intersect. What begins as an exploration of ayahuasca, psychedelics, and healing quickly unfolds into a powerful conversation about what it truly means to pursue mastery — not just behind the rifle, but in life. Sam shares his journey from military service to addiction, recovery, and eventually finding structure, purpose, and accountability through long-range shooting. Caylen discusses the parallels between inner work and marksmanship: intention, presence, humility, and the willingness to face what’s really going on under the hood. Together, they break down how shooting becomes a feedback loop for identity — revealing your mindset, exposing your blind spots, and sharpening your awareness one trigger press at a time. The conversation evolves into an in-depth look at the competitive shooting world, match culture, mentorship, and how community becomes a stabilizing force for people rebuilding their lives or searching for their next mission. From there, Caylen and Sam get technical: recoil science, gas flow, the development of the Thunder Beast Magnus suppressor line, how brake-integrated cans changed the game, spotting your own impacts in hunting, cartridge selection, barrel life, and why tracking your round count matters more than most shooters realize. Sam also shares the origin of the Barrel Burner app, a tool he and Thunder Beast engineer Curtis developed to track barrel life, brass, components, suppressor maintenance, and overall rifle system data — born directly from real-world needs, not theory. This is more than a rifle conversation. It’s a human one — about drive, discipline, intention, and the communities that help us stay grounded. Whether you’re a competitor, hunter, student, instructor, or someone who just loves honest conversations about growth and performance, this episode will leave you thinking long after it’s over.   CONNECT WITH US Modern Day Sniper Website – https://www.moderndaysniper.com MDS Club & Community – https://www.moderndayerifleman.com  YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/ModernDaySniper Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/moderndaysniper Thunder Beast Arms Corp Website – https://thunderbeastarms.com

    1h 30m

  7. 10/27/2025

    Wind, Intuition & the Science of Precision Shooting | MDS Episode #0125

    Former Marine Scout Sniper and Instructor Owen Mulder joins Caylen Wojcik in the Modern Day Sniper studio for the first time — a conversation that dives deep into the art and science of reading the wind, training intuition, and performing under pressure. From sniper school ranges to mountain hunts and competition stages, this episode connects the dots between brain science and bullet science — and shows why the best shooters aren’t just technicians… they’re artists with data. In this episode Owen’s return to Yakima and the evolution of Modern Day Sniper training grounds Why wind was once the silent killer of qualification scores — and how better teaching solved it The 4-step Wind Reading Blueprint: Range → Raw Wind → Working Wind → Apply the Hold Mirage and perception: how your brain creates illusions (and how to train past them) Building intuition that replaces math when your adrenaline is spiking Movers & mountains: how to read compound angles and build visual acuity Cognitive load, stress, and why the brain switches from thinking to feeling Tools vs. technology: using Kestrels, Calypso, and wind arrays as teachers — not crutches Preserving the legacy of the Marine Scout Sniper community for the next generation Key Takeaway Wind reading isn’t about guesswork or math — it’s about connection. Learn how to turn raw conditions into intuitive feedback that survives stress, time, and terrain. “You don’t need more math under stress — you need intuition on demand.” — Owen Mulder Resources & Links 🎯 Train Smarter with Modern Day Sniper: https://moderndaysniper.com 📘 Wind Reading Blueprint Masterclass: https://wind.moderndaysniper.com 🎧 More Episodes + Community: https://community.moderndaysniper.com Follow Us 📲 Instagram: https://instagram.com/moderndaysniper ▶️ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@ModernDaySniper 📘 Facebook: https://facebook.com/moderndaysniper

    1h 53m

  8. 09/20/2025

    Snipers of the Revolution: Daniel Morgan & Louis Wetzel | MDS Episode #0124

    Welcome back to the Modern Day Sniper Podcast. In this history lesson, we close out the life of Louis Wetzel, the infamous frontier rifleman, and dive into the rise of Daniel Morgan, one of the most impactful American riflemen of the Revolutionary War. From Wetzel’s frontier legend to Morgan’s decisive role at Quebec, Saratoga, and Cowpens, this episode unpacks how early American riflemen reshaped the battlefield through grit, innovation, and precision. Along the way, we connect these stories to the modern sniper community—leadership, autonomy, and the timeless lessons of force multipliers. What you’ll hear in this episode: The conclusion of Louis Wetzel’s frontier sagaDaniel Morgan’s rise from bar-fighting teamster to Revolutionary War heroMorgan’s legendary “Riflemen” and the myths vs. reality of their marksmanshipThe battles of Quebec, Saratoga & Cowpens—how snipers shifted the warLeadership parallels for today’s Marine Scout Snipers, Recon, and SOFTimeless truths: autonomy, trust, surprise, speed, violence, and precisionThis isn’t just history—it’s a blueprint for riflemen. From the Revolution to the modern era, precision shooters have carried the weight of turning points.  Train with Modern Day Sniper Join the global rifleman community: https://www.moderndayrifleman.com Explore digital masterclasses:https://www.moderndaysniper.com/online-training If you enjoy these history lessons, like, subscribe, and share with a fellow rifleman. Your support helps us keep alive the lineage of the American Rifleman.

    1h 43m
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The Modern Day Sniper Podcast is your ultimate source for insights and discussions on the sniper lifestyle, from active duty to life beyond the uniform. Hosted by Caylen Wojcik, join us as we explore the art and science of precision shooting, the mental and physical discipline required, and the ongoing journey of self-improvement and mastery.Caylen began his professional journey as a rifleman in the US Marine Corps, where he served as a Scout/Sniper and instructor. He trained Marines, soldiers, and Navy operatives in marksmanship and urban combat tactics. After sustaining severe injuries in 2004, Caylen passed his experience to new snipers before leaving active duty. Since then, he has taught precision rifle skills to hundreds of military, law enforcement, and civilians.

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  • Creator
    Caylen Wojcik
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    119
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Modern Day Sniper Podcast
  • Show Website
    Modern Day Sniper Podcast

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