Best J Coons Podcasts (2024)

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Let's Talk More Broadheads 25:43

2d ago25:43

25:43

In today's episode, Jacob continues the discussion on braodheads by discussing some of what he likes and doesn't like with the composition of today's broadheads. Some of the more popular broadheads from companies like Iron Will, Cutthroat, Valkyrie, VPA are made with a grade of Tool Steel. How do those compare to broadheads from Slick Trck, NAP and…

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Let's Talk Broadheads 26:56

8d ago26:56

26:56

Every year a new batch of broadheads hit the market and for whatever reason, it excites us as we imagine how much more efficient and effective a new broadhead could be when compared to our current broadhead set up. Expandable or mechanical broadheads are especially interesting as there are new ways in which these heads deploy a variety of blades. I…

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GM Rene Navarro | Tai Chi Secrets, Lohan Kungfu, Internal Alchemy, Forging the Dan Tian 1:20:11

10d ago1:20:11

1:20:11

For over six decades, Grandmaster Rene J. Navarro has been on a mission, traveling the globe to learn from extraordinary masters of impossible skills, and to then develop those skills within himself. From the depth of Yang family Tai Chi Chuan to the refined and arcane techniques of Internal Alchemy, from poetry and music to deadly kung-fu, from me…

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Sensei Antonio Aloia | Aikido's Rise and Fall from Japan to America 1:13:41

13d ago1:13:41

1:13:41

Antonio Aloia has been training a mixture of aikido, judo, and Olympic Fencing since 2002. He also holds a Master’s degree in history from West Chester University of Pennsylvania. In 2020, he published his Aikido Comes to America, a history of aikido in the United States. Antonio runs the online martial arts chronicle Martial Arts of Yesterday, Tod…

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So You Drew An Elk Tag: What Could Go Wrong? 17:45

15d ago17:45

17:45

You've done everything you can possibly do to prepare for your trek west to hunt elk this September, but what if everything doesn't go as planned? What if there is car trouble on the trip? What if you have issues with your bow? Have you set up systems at home to ensure things go smoothly for your family while you are out? We all know that there is …

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So You Drew An Elk Tag: Elk Calling Scenarios 25:26

25d ago25:26

25:26

Getting into a herd of elk or finding elk can be a success in and of itself. But, what should or can you do in those situations? Do you bugle back? Do you cow call? Or, should you simply hang tight to the herd and remain quiet? The answer isn't always clear and when one is in those situations, it can be a little overwhelming because nobody wants to…

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So You Drew An Elk Tag: Backcountry Food & Sleep Systems 15:43

1M ago15:43

15:43

Your hunt systems are those aspects of your preparation that should simply work on their own with little thought or energy. Examples from the previous week's episodes have been: Meat Care, First Aid, Clothing and Water Systems. These are important because time is so limited when you have traveled from out of state. A poor hunt system for some aspec…

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Datu Shishir Inocalla | Yoga Meditation, Filipino Martial Arts, Ninja Turtle 1:21:48

1M ago1:21:48

1:21:48

Datu Shishir Inocalla is a pioneer of wellness and the creator of the BMST (body mind spirit training and living system). He is a grandmaster of Arnis Maharlika, a Filipino martial art, and master of Tai Chi, Yoga, Meditation and natural healing. He was the wellness trainer at the World HQ at David Leadbetter Golf Academy in Champions Gate, FL. He …

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So You Drew An Elk Tag: Backcountry Meat Care & First Aid 19:34

1M ago19:34

19:34

The current series is focusing on prep for a western elk hunt. Last week, Jacob pivoted to examining hunt systems for this type of hunt. In today's episode, Jacob examines two hunt systems that are often thought of last minute or poorly planned out. How does one take care of meat in the backcountry? And, what should a backcountry first aid kit be c…

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So You Drew An Elk Tag - Clothing & Waters Systems 27:59

2M ago27:59

27:59

In this current series, Jacob has discussed the how one's hunt objective, one's mindset, and one's capabilities are inexplicably connected to one's e-scouting and hunt planning for a trek west. In this episode, Jacob pivots to the topic of "hunt systems". This includes aspects like backcountry meat care, mapping/electronics, daily food, kill kit, e…

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You Drew An Elk Tag: Phase 2 E-scouting 23:22

2M ago23:22

23:22

As one prepares for a western elk hunt, it's important to continue to zero in from a 30,000 foot view down to a more microscopic view of what is transpiring within a particular region or area that has been outlined as the area to hunt. What layers are important? What are some non-hunting apps that can help? Where is the recreational hiking pressure…

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You Drew An Elk Tag: E-scouting & Planning 26:10

2M ago26:10

26:10

Believe it or not, in 4 short months it will be elk season. So, where does one start to e-scout an entire state of huntable elk units with a general tag? Where are the elk, what terrain features should one look for, what about other hunters and general pressure, what platforms are best for e-scouting, how does one identify elevations for elk, etc. …

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You Drew An Elk Tag: Probability & Capability 20:52

2M ago20:52

20:52

Last week, Jacob discussed some of the high level considerations when planning your trip west to hunt elk this year (Hunt Objective, Hunt Plan, and Hunt Systems). Getting a tag to hunt elk is becoming more and more difficult, and the probability of getting an archery elk tag and filling that tag is low. In today's episode, Jacob discusses how your …

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You Drew An Elk Tag, Now What? 17:47

2M ago17:47

17:47

Last week, Montana and New Mexico announced their "Big Game Draw" results. If you drew a tag, congratulations! Now, the work begins as you have a lot decisions to make to ensure you maximize your time during your hunt. In today's episode, Jacob breaks down what some of those decisions are and some of the questions you will need to ask yourself. You…

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Why We Hunt - Commentary on the Daniel, WY Incident 21:10

3M ago21:10

21:10

By now you have likely heard about the incident involving a wolf in Daniel, Wyoming. The waves of coverage on this incident are getting larger and larger as more details come out. Whether we, as hunters, like it or not, this incident is going to impact how the public views those that hunt wolves, and those that hunt in general. So, when someone ask…

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Best "Hunting Moon" Dates of 2024 20:44

3M ago20:44

20:44

There are more than a few whitetail hunters that believe the moon has an impact on deer movement during the fall seasons. There are essentially 2 groups of "moon" hunters, those that believe in hunting based on the "red" moon, and those that hunt based on the moon phase. Last week, Jacob provided clarity on what the "red moon" and "overhead" and "u…

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Best "Hunting Moon" Dates of 2024 20:24

3M ago20:24

20:24

Have ever thought about the moon and whether or not it impacts your encounters or ability to fill tags? Some prolific hunters swear by it, and others focus on other environmental factors. In this episode, Jacob examines the concept of the moon being "overhead" and "underfoot" and looking at the dates and times when that specific path of the moon in…

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The Spot Within The Spot 22:02

3M ago22:02

22:02

Now is the time to be fine tuning your public hunting "spots", with the intent to increase your efficiency in the fall. How can one close the deal on a mature buck in October instead of waiting until November? With no green up yet to cover those scrapes, rubs, and beds, it is infinitely easier to identify areas of key deer movement and identify set…

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The X & Y Axis of Deer Hunting 25:17

4M ago25:17

25:17

Duration and location are the variables with most hunting...and certainly with deer hunting. The better the location...the less likely you will be sitting long. The longer you sit in any spot, even the worse spot, the likelyhood of filling your tag will increase. In this episode, Jacob breaks down his recent efforts to find the spot within the spot…

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6 Ways to Evolve This Offseason 20:19

4M ago20:19

20:19

It's the off season...and there is scouting, shed hunting, and turkey season around the corner. But what else can we do during the offseason to evolve as hunters? How can we become more self sufficient, more connected to this pursuit, and ultimately closer to the entire process of hunting. What activities can we invest in that move us forward in th…

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Turkey Vest Throw Down 22:39

4M ago22:39

22:39

Spring turkey season is nearly upon us and it's time to dust off your turkey hunting gear. What about your turkey vest? Is it time for an upgrade? In this episode of Hunt Detail, Jacob shares insights that he gained from his recent review and breakdown of 5 different turkey vests (Sitka, Nomad, TideWe, Knight & Hale, and Field & Stream). Some were …

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New Western Hunting Gear for 2024 22:30

4M ago22:30

22:30

The Western Hunt Expo just wrapped up and it's a great time for hunting gear companies to launch new products in the dead period between Fall and Spring hunting seasons. It's also a great time to tweak our own gear to become for efficient and more effective. There are always ways to being lighter or quieter with our gear. In this episode, Jacob sha…

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Sifu Hal Mosher | Tai Chi's Internal Power Essense - Peng Jin 1:11:47

4M ago1:11:47

1:11:47

Tai Chi teacher Hal Mosher discusses his journey in studying Tai Chi, including his time with Robert Smith and his experiences in Taiwan. He shares insights into his conversations with Robert Smith about the CIA and the importance of not trusting everything on TV. Mosher also highlights the evolution of his training methods and the emphasis on song…

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Out of State Hunting Partner: 5 Questions 20:12

5M ago20:12

20:12

As you plan your out of state hunts for this upcoming fall, what type of hunting partner do you have? Are they a BIG hunt partner or a little hunt partner? What are your S.M.A.R.T. objectives for your out of state hunt and how does your objective align to your hunting partners objective? Or, do they align at all? In this episode, Jacob offers a ser…

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Hunting Permission Targeting & Tactic 17:42

5M ago17:42

17:42

Hunting public land can be incredibly challenging and rewarding. But, hunting private land offers it's own set of challenges and opportunities. As was discussed in the previous episode, now is the time to start reaching out to land owners to get permission to hunt this upcoming fall. In this episode, Jacob shares a strategy in targeting certain typ…

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Dr. Anthony Feinstein| Emotional Trauma, Mental Illness, Impaired Cognition Among Frontline Journalist and MS Patients 56:52

5M ago56:52

56:52

Dr. Anthony Feinstein is a professor of psychiatry at the University of Toronto and a neuropsychiatrist. His research and clinical work focus on people with multiple sclerosis, traumatic brain injury and Conversion Disorder. He has undertaken a number of studies investigating how front-line journalists are affected by their work covering war and ma…

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Top 10 Off Season Hunting "To Do" List 21:34

5M ago21:34

21:34

While it is disappointing that hunting seasons are closed or closing...now is the time to begin your preparation for the 2024 hunting season. What are some actions you can take now to help enhance your hunting experience and increase your odds of success? In this episode, Jacob shares his top 10 for your consideration. Don't wait until turkey seaso…

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OnX vs. Spartan Forge vs. HuntWise vs. BaseMap vs. GoHunt 23:12

5M ago23:12

23:12

If you hunt multiple states, you need a hunt mapping platform that provides versatility and value. In this episode, Jacob shares his pros and cons regarding each of the 6 hunt map platforms based on his recent in depth review. He evaluated 8 categories (3D Desktop, 3D Handheld, Waypoints, Tools, Layers, Topo, Value & Versatility) within each platfo…

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Josh Paynter and Jack Schaefer | Taoist Philosophy, Medicine, Talismans, and Rituals 1:48:55

5M ago1:48:55

1:48:55

Josh Paynter and Jack Shaefer are both ordained 22nd generation Daoist Priest in the Quanzhen, Longmen tradition at the Jian Fu Gong on Qingcheng Mountain, and ordained 25th generation Daoist Priest in the Quanzhen, Longmen tradition at the Qingyun Daoguan. Jack and Josh are the Co-abbots of Parting Clouds, a formally recognized as a temple organiz…

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It's Application Season - What's Your Strategy? 16:05

5M ago16:05

16:05

Do you have a short, medium, and long term strategy for drawing western hunt tags? Do you have a "S.M.A.R.T." objective for next year and subsequent years? Or, are you the type of person that hopes for a western hunt...but never actually puts in the work to figure it out. It's time. It's time to put in the work and build out a plan for yourself and…

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Lily Sanders | Overcoming Suffering, Embracing Change, and Cocreating a New Humanity 1:49:47

6M ago1:49:47

1:49:47

Lily Sanders is an author, manifestation coach, actress, and changemaker has been impacting hundreds of millions with her expertise on major media TV. Her award-winning book Truth to Triumph continues to transform lives. Lily myth busts the global beliefs about domestic abuse and human trafficking to bring insight, education, and reason to humanize…

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ATA Show 2024: Good, not Bad...Ugly? 18:10

6M ago18:10

18:10

The annual Archery Trade Association show just wrapped up in St. Louis this weekend. In this episode of Hunt Detail, Jacob shares his first time experience in attending the show and some of the takeaways from the show. Every year, the ATA awards the top 3 new products launched based on design, innovation and ability to meet customer demands. Jacob …

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Which Hunting Saddle Should I Choose? 14:56

6M ago14:56

14:56

Good news! There are a lot options for hunters that want to get more mobile...and most of what you want can be purchased "direct to consumer". Bad news! The sheer volume of information can be overwhelming...and it's difficult to know where to start or what exactly you want or don't want in a saddle. Sure, there are guys doing reviews on one saddle …

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Robert J. Coons | Internal Alchemy, Taoist School and Masters, Qigong and Tai Chi 1:29:26

6M ago1:29:26

1:29:26

Robert Coons is a resident of Toronto where he teaches Tai Chi, Meditation, and Tea Ceremony. He studied with secular Taoist disciple Hai Yang, and various teachers in China such as Yin Qin (Yang Style Taiji), He Caitong (Taiwan Cha Dao), Yu Jiang (Xin Yi Liu He Quan), and others. He is the author of Internal Elixir Cultivation: The Nature of Daois…

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Kentucky Cell Cam Ban - Point / Counterpoint 18:31

6M ago18:31

18:31

The state of Kentucky is evaluating whether or not cellular trail cameras should be allowed for use on Kentucky public lands. On this episode of Hunt Detail, Jacob takes a hard stance against a cell cam ban...and then Jacob takes a hard stance for a cell cam ban. It's a heated and divisive topic. In the past few years, the prices of cellular trail …

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Dr. Jeff Skolnick | Conquering Trauma and Distress with the SatoriWest Method 1:15:09

6M ago1:15:09

1:15:09

Dr. Jeff Skolnick is a Psychiatrist in Washington who has been practicing since 1988. Besides neuropsychiatric assessment and treatment, Dr. Skolnick has created a new approach to psychotherapy and advanced ("spiritual") development called the SatoriWest Method. The subject of two books, it has been trialed in two psychiatric facilities with hundre…

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Gratitude, 2024 8:20

6M ago8:20

8:20

As 2023 comes to a close, what can you expect for 2024 from Hunt Detail. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j_coons_hunts/By J. Coons

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Robin Young Interview | Paramedicine, Role of Failure, Kung-fu Disciple, Self-Image | Ep.33 1:33:52

7M ago1:33:52

1:33:52

Robin Young is a global medic who has carried out humanitarian work in Ukraine, Romania, Moldova, Morocco, and other war-torn and food insecure countries around the world. He was a paramedic and taught paramedicine at university level and is a kung-fu master, who has practiced since 1968. In this podcast we discuss his humanitarian work, the shift …

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BONUS: Artificial Intelligence vs. Hunting 6:23

7M ago6:23

6:23

What would the world of hunting look like in a world of artificial intelligence? Jacob throws out a scenario of what it might be like. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j_coons_hunts/By J. Coons

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Hunting Gear of the Year 26:05

7M ago26:05

26:05

Jacob shares the gear that he has used this year...both out west...and in the east. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j_coons_hunts/By J. Coons

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Coach Fran Sands | Forging Spirits and Mentoring Youth with Holistic Amateur Boxing 1:26:02

7M ago1:26:02

1:26:02

Fran Sands is an amateur boxing coach and mentor to kids and teens in the Northeast of England. His involvement in amateur boxing began in 1978, when at the age of six he entered his first boxing gym. Over the next 13 years he competed in 60 amateur contests, winning regional titles, reaching national semi-finals and finals, and representing Englan…

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335 Million, Calculate, Growth Mindset 14:21

7M ago14:21

14:21

Hunting is binary...you either fail or succeed. But, how have your grown? We tackle growth calculations. Speaking of growth...what is your mindset. Are you of a fixed or growth mindset in hunting and in life? Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j_coons_hunts/By J. Coons

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Deng Ming-Dao Interview (#2) | Why Taoism? Gender Identity, Naturalism, Purpose, Cultivation 1:18:29

7M ago1:18:29

1:18:29

Sifu Deng Ming-Dao is a Chinese American author, artist, philosopher, teacher, and martial artist who, from a young age, has studied Taoist internal arts such as Qigong and Kung-Fu. He is the author of nearly a dozen books, including Lunar Tao, The Living I Ching, 365 Tao, Scholar Warrior, and Chronicles of Tao. he studied qigong, philosophy, medit…

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Business Never Personal, It's October Again!, Einstein 11:51

7M ago11:51

11:51

If you're frustrated with how your season is going - then good - use that frustration and angst. Which month is better to hunt: October or December? Well, let's discuss that because the rut may be waning...but December has all of the advantages. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j_coons_hunts/By J. Coons

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Dr. Dale Dugas | Shrinking Cancer Naturally, Chinese Herbal Tonics, Iron Palm Training 1:51:05

7M ago1:51:05

1:51:05

Dr. Dale Dugas is an Acupuncture Physician, Chinese herbalist, martial art master, and author. His interest in Asian medicinal practices arose in his early teens and throughout the late 1980s, while he was living in Iwate Prefecture, in Northern Japan. Dale is a much sought-after brewer of Dit Da Jow – the transdermal herbal liniments used for pain…

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Phase, Enlist & Prey 12:52

7M ago12:52

12:52

We are staring December in the face...and that is not great. How do we shift to the changing dynamics in the deer woods? Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j_coons_hunts/By J. Coons

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Stuart Alve Olson | Tai Chi, Taoist Alchemy, Buddhist Chanting, and a Bowing Pilgrimage 2:10:53

7M ago2:10:53

2:10:53

For over 40 years, Stuart Alve Olson has been studying Taoist and Buddhist philosophy and Chinese language while practicing Taoist meditation and ceremony, Qigong, Taijiquan, Praying Mantis Kung Fu, and Internal Alchemy. He is the founder, director, and head teacher of the Sanctuary of Tao. Born in the year of the White Tiger (1950) in Minnesota, h…

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Head Games, Animal House & Mistakes Were Made 11:24

8M ago11:24

11:24

It's already "late" November...the rut is waning...and anxiety is waxing. Let's find the "good" in this. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j_coons_hunts/By J. Coons

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Dr. David Kutzik Interview | Artificial Intelligence, Social Media Isolation, Surveillance Capitalism 1:24:09

8M ago1:24:09

1:24:09

In this conversation, Mark V. Wiley and David Kutzik discuss various topics including social media, the impact of technology, the decline of social interaction, and the nature of intelligence. They explore the addictive nature of social media and the control exerted by corporations. They also delve into the role of artificial intelligence and the i…

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David Verdesi (pt. 2) | Avoiding the Traps of Misguided Spirituality and How to Evolve 1:27:07

8M ago1:27:07

1:27:07

This podcast is Part 2 of 4 in my discussion with David Verdesi. You can watch Pat 1 here. David Verdesi had daily mystic vision as a child. At 14, he left home in search of their meaning and travelled all over the world for 30 years, researching and comparing his own experiences with those of 120 mystics, yogis, cave-dwellers, saints and genuine e…

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