Episode 747: I’m Not Fat Anymore! Hunting, Humor and Fitness with Nate Illingsworth

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Self deprecating humor has long been my favorite form of comedy and Nate Illingsworth has it down pat. The former fat kid has taken control of his life and hunting has given him a purpose to get into shape. A passionate bowhunter, Nate uses his social media channels and Just The Nip podcast to inspire other folks to pursue their passion while not taking themself too seriously. Highlights from our conversation include:

Nate’s failed high school sports career
His background growing up as a rifle hunter in Oregon
When did he start bow hunting?
How fat was he really?
What inspired him to make a lifestyle change?
“Archery and Hate Comments” with Nate
The Mormon missionaries knocking at your door
My weevil infestation thanks to whitetail attractants
Nate’s backcountry experience with the supernatural – God is real!
Priorities in life
Backcountry goals
Nate outs his mom as a terrible cook
Growing up fat
Trying to get his wife her first buck
Nate’s first DIY public land mule deer
And much more!
To talk politics or not?

(Nate’s first Idaho buck taken with his bow, he’ll tell ya it might have scored 50 inches, but who cares? A trophy is in the eye of the beholder)