In this episode Phil and Caylen discuss a forum comment that questioned the validity of the fundamentals of marksmanship and “machismo” military stereotypes in the current state of precision shooting. The conversation covers topics such as trigger weights, modern competition rifles, and how the gear race has directed the sport of precision rifle to be in it’s current form. Phil and Caylen debrief the Sniper’s Hide Cup from a couple weeks ago and discuss some mistakes and successes. 
 
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MDS Episode #0025: The practicality of competition and intentions

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In this episode, Caylen sits down with his good friend, Len Waldron to discuss hunting in Africa and WWII. Len Waldron prepares for a hunting trip in Africa and reminisces about their previous adventures. They discuss the importance of ethical hunting practices and responsible management of animal populations. Len also shares stories about their grandfather's experiences as a pilot in World War II, highlighting the challenges and dangers of combat missions. The podcast concludes with a discussion of rifle marksmanship techniques, safety protocols, and the importance of proper rifle setup and maintenance for hunting in different environments.
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The Ethical Hunter: Responsible Practices in the African Plains #103

This episode explores the world of precision shooting and gunsmithing. Learn about gun design, intricate barrel making, reloading techniques, and the mental focus needed for peak accuracy. Caylen and JD Thomas share insights for both enthusiasts and professionals.
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Debunking Gun Myths: Accuracy & Reloading for Practical Shooters w JD Thomas #102

In this podcast, host Caylen Wojcik and Competitive Sky Diver V Buck Prib converse about the realities of high-level extreme sports. They discuss safety measures, rigorous training, mental preparation, costs, and more. Caylen and Prib share experiences and insights, emphasizing the importance of mastering basics and the role of visualization in performance improvement. They also share how to handle immense competition pressures and the importance of mentorship. They reflect on their mistakes as learning opportunities, underscoring the value of experience in skydiving and competitive shooting. This episode provides insight into extreme sports and valuable life lessons. Enjoy!

Inside the Mind of an Elite Skydiver ft. V Buck Priv #101

Welcome to our 100th Episode! This is a big deal for us! Today Caylen and Phillip sit down to discuss the future of Modern Day Sniper and where we’re headed for 2024 and beyond. The pair discuss the new in-person class naming convention and the reasons that they decided to make some adjustments to the curriculum. Caylen and Phil also give you the low-down on the NEW Modern Day Sniper logo and the reason behind the need to change it. We hope you all enjoy the episode and don’t forget to come see up inside the Modern Day Rifleman Network!
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The Future of Modern Day Sniper #100

In this episode, we sit down with one of our Modern Day Riflemen, James Wazeter. We dive into his systematic approach to precision shooting, his coaching experience in the fitness industry, and his passion for long-range bolt rifles. In our discussion, we cover a range of topics from parenting to precision rifle training, techniques, and competition. We explore the importance of focused training, breaking down skills into subunits, and the psychological aspects of competitive shooting. James shares his experiences and insights on shooting competitions, and we discuss the overlap of skills between competitive shooting and hunting.

MDS Episode #0025: The practicality of competition and intentions

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