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Campfire ConvosCampfire Convos Season 2 Finale: What’s Changing in Season 3Welcome back to Campfire Convos — this episode is the Season 2 Finale.Season 2 was originally planned to be 22 episodes, but after reflecting and refining, I’m ending the season early so I can build a better, more consistent schedule going forward.Here’s what’s changing:Season 3 begins the first week of MarchAll seasons going forward will be 11 episodesA new episode will drop every week for 11 straight weeks on a set day and timeI’m using the break to batch episodes, raise quality, and avoid rushing guests or filler contentA full revamp is coming to the “Buy Me a Log” supporter syst...
2026-01-1607 minCampfire ConvosDogs, Discipline & Finding Balance | Campfire Convos S2E16Welcome back to Campfire Convos.In this episode, I’m joined by my buddy Evan, a professional dog trainer, for a long, honest conversation around the fire. We talk about dog training philosophies, behavior modification, discipline, consistency, and what it really means to bring balance into your life.The conversation expands into faith, personal growth, burnout, health, routine, and slowing down, along with some lighter moments about food, barbecue, cooking, and a bold challenge to cook a whole gator if this episode hits 100 likes.We’re posted up around the fire on Cliq Chairs, sipping Andy’s Shandy from Brew B...
2026-01-021h 03Campfire ConvosFrom Competition to Brotherhood: Identity, Discipline, and Life After Sports | Campfire Convos S2E15This episode of Campfire Convos is a cold one—literally and figuratively.I’m joined by Trey Tipton, and we sit around the fire to talk honestly about competition, identity after sports, discipline, mental health, faith, and what it means to grow into adulthood after athletics are over.We reflect on rivalries turning into brotherhood, how sports shape who you become, and the hard part of redefining yourself when the game ends. This conversation moves from football and basketball to purpose, consistency, and finding peace—especially when life gets loud.This episode also marks our first episode with Pack Fire...
2025-12-191h 02Campfire ConvosHunting, Holidays & Life Lessons w/ My Dad | Campfire Convos S2E14Welcome back to Campfire Convos!Today’s episode is special — my dad joins me again for a deep, fun, chaotic, and heartfelt fireside conversation.We talk hunting in the snow, foreign exchange students, raising a family, building strong teams, leadership lessons, holiday meaning, managing people well, supporting your kids, and what retirement might look like.PLUS a ridiculous chair collapse you won’t want to miss — the outtakes are at the very end of the episode.Grab a drink, throw a log on the fire, and join us for stories, laughs, wisdom, and family reflections.🔥 SUPPORT THE SHOWBuy us a log → htt...
2025-12-051h 07Campfire ConvosHealth, Friendship, & Finding Balance: A Fireside Talk w/ Erin | Campfire Convos S2E13Welcome back to Campfire Convos!Tonight I’m joined by my longtime friend Erin, and this episode goes everywhere in the best way possible — from health coaching and the broken medical system… to alpacas, ADHD chaos, body positivity, diet myths, friendship stories, and a gaggle of geese mid-episode.All filmed around the Solo Stove Bonfire 2.0, powered by your log donations and a very aggressive amount of smoke.(Seriously… this fire had beef with Erin. 😂)If you want more conversations like this — real, deep, chaotic, honest, and filled wi...
2025-11-141h 17Campfire ConvosReflection, Resilience, & The Road Ahead | Campfire Convos S2E12Welcome back to Campfire Convos — where the fire glows and the convos flow.This episode’s a little different — it’s just me, sitting by the fire as my own guest. Carla joins from behind the camera to ask questions and keep the conversation rolling.We’re sipping a few seasonal brews, talking about lessons learned from 23 episodes, and reflecting on everything from the future of Campfire Convos to the Meander More Youth Camp collaboration with Shop With A Cop.We cover creative burnout, community building, outdoor storytelling, and the challenge of staying authentic as the podcast — and the message — ke...
2025-10-3152 minCampfire ConvosLeadership, Mental Health, & Giving Back: Around the Fire with Steve Limani | Campfire Convos S2E11Welcome back to Campfire Convos!This week, I’m joined by Steve Limani — Pennsylvania State Trooper, real estate leader, and the man behind Shop with a Cop. We sit around the fire to talk about mental health, service, small-town community, and the power of giving back.We share beers from Brew Bank Ridgeway, sip whiskey from the Campfire Convos Decanter, and sit back in the Cliq Classic 2.0 chairs beside the Solo Stove Ranger.Steve opens up about lessons learned from 27 years as a trooper, building a business, and helping kids through his charity work...
2025-10-101h 18Campfire ConvosFaith, Friendship, & Hard Truths: For Charlie Kirk | Campfire Convos S2E10Welcome back to Campfire Convos! This episode, I sit down with my college teammate and longtime friend, Christian Hirt, for a powerful fireside talk about life, faith, mental health, and standing boldly in what you believe.We’re sitting around the Solo Stove, in the Cliq Chair Classic 2.0, sipping out of Meander More water bottles, and sharing raw thoughts on leadership, conviction, mental health, and the challenges facing our world today.Christian opens up about marriage, fatherhood, running his business, and what it means to put God first—even when life gets heavy. This is one...
2025-09-191h 06Campfire ConvosMental Health, Faith, & Finding Strength | Campfire Convos S2E9Welcome back to Campfire Convos!This week I’m joined by my friend Brannon “Pate”, a TikTok creator with over 350,000 followers who’s been using his platform to spark honest conversations about men’s mental health, resilience, and keeping it real.We talk about everything from moving back home and starting over, to TikTok going viral, heartbreak, and faith. Around the fire we share laughs, heavy truths, and a few beers — including Brew Bank’s Andy Shandygaff.We’re sitting in CLIQ Chair ClassiQ 2.0s, around the Solo Stove Ranger 2, and finishing with a toast of Elijah Craig. Grab a drink and join...
2025-09-121h 14Campfire ConvosFacing Fears, Building Habits & Becoming Your Future Self | Campfire Convos S2E8Welcome back to Campfire Convos! In this episode, Shawna joins me around the fire for an honest and inspiring conversation. We dive into overcoming chronic migraines, building habits that last, and why chasing your future self is worth the work.As always, we’re sitting by the Solo Stove, relaxing in Cliq Chair ClassiQ 2.0s, sipping Andy Shandygaff from Brew Bank, and finishing with a shot of Beachcomber’s Gin from Cussewago Creek Distillery.🔥 Grab your drink of choice and enjoy this mix of authenticity, vulnerability, and campfire wisdom.🔥 Buy us a log to k...
2025-08-291h 06Campfire ConvosFamily, Youth Sports, & Finding Real Happiness | Campfire Convos S2E7Pull up a chair by the fire with Aunt Cathie. We talk youth sports (heat acclimation, concussions, and baseline tests), small‑town family life, empty‑nest advice, finding love that lasts, and three simple ways to be happier. There’s laughter, real talk, and a couple sips of Esther’s Banana Rum Liqueur from Cussewago Creek Distillery along the way.Support the show🔥 Buy a Log (Ko‑fi): https://ko-fi.com/meanderin_mitch🗞️ Substack (bonus episodes): https://campfireconvos.substack.com🎧 Everything in one place (Linktree): https://linktr.ee/CampfireConvos🤝 Patreon: https://patreon.com/meanderin_mitch📩 Ema...
2025-08-151h 19Campfire ConvosLessons from Uncle Bruce: Family, Competition, and Cold Beers by the Fire | Campfire Convos S2E6Welcome back to another episode of Campfire Convos! This week, I’m sitting down with my Uncle Bruce for an episode packed with real talk about family, sports, parenting, education, and the importance of figuring life out as you go. We’re enjoying some Luna beer from Coal Run Craft & Sirianni Pizzeria, and sampling some killer spirits from Cussewago Creek Distillery, all while hanging around the Solo Stove Ranger and kicking back in some Cliq Chairs.As always, if you want to support the show, check out the Buy Me a Log link below—your name gets shoute...
2025-07-311h 34Campfire ConvosDeep Friendship, Life Advice & Real Talk: High School Best Friends Reunite | Campfire Convos S2E5Welcome back to Campfire Convos! This is Part Two of our deep-dive conversation with my high school best friend Bryce. We get real about friendship, regrets (or lack of them), supporting each other through life’s ups and downs, and what it actually takes to be a good friend.We’re still sweating it out around the Solo Stove (shoutout to Taylor, John, and Noel for the firewood!), sipping on Andy Shandygaff from Brew Bank in Ridgeway, PA, sitting in our favorite Cliq Chairs, and ending with a classic whiskey toast.Want to support the show...
2025-07-1857 minCampfire ConvosHigh School Best Friends, Wild Stories & Small Town Life | Campfire Convos S2E4Welcome back to Campfire Convos! In this special two-part episode, I sit down with my high school best friend, Bryce, for an unfiltered night around the fire. We talk small-town adventures, the magic of western PA, wild family stories, local beers, and the power of friendship after 15+ years.We’re posted up around the Solo Stove, chilling in some Cliq Chairs (Classic 2.0), sipping on Andy Shandygaff from Brew Bank in Ridgeway, PA, and toasting with Elijah Craig Small Batch at the end. It’s a real “summer night with your oldest buddy” vibe, and you don’t wa...
2025-07-0446 minCampfire ConvosFathers, Stories, & Life Lessons: Campfire Wisdom with Dad | Campfire Convos S2E3Welcome back to Campfire Convos! This episode is extra special: I’m joined by my dad for an evening around the fire. We talk about father-son adventures, life lessons learned the hard way, and the moments that stick with us through the years.We’re posted up around the Muska Smokeless Fire Pit, sitting on some Adirondack chairs, sippin' whiskey, and diving into stories from childhood to adulthood.Want to support the show?🔥 Buy us a log on Ko-fi🤝 Join the Patreon for early access and more
2025-06-201h 22Campfire ConvosFinding Balance, Giving Advice & Turning 35 | Campfire Convos S2E2Welcome back to Campfire Convos! This episode is extra special—Carla joins the campfire for her birthday, and we’re diving deep into what it means to find balance, chase dreams, and trust the journey (even when it looks nothing like what you imagined).We’re posted up around the Ozark Trails Smokeless Fire Pit, sitting on Cliq Chairs: https://www.dpbolvw.net/click-101445030-13868159 (use code MEANDERIN_MITCH for 10% off), sipping S’morgasm whiskey, and trying our very first beer sponsor: the Brew Bank from Ridgway, PA! Show them some love if you can.Want to...
2025-06-051h 11Campfire ConvosLife, Friendship, & Wild Stories: College Roommate Reunion | Campfire Convos S2E1🔥 Welcome to Season 2 of Campfire Convos! 🔥We’re back and kicking things off with my college roommate Casey—real talk, wild stories, and honest conversation around the campfire. From hilarious college memories and deep dives into anxiety and mental health, to music, adulting, breakups, and why every friendship deserves a toast…this episode has it all. We’re not holding back—this is real, raw, and full of good vibes (plus plenty of whiskey and cigars). Whether you’re into stories, self-growth, or just want to laugh with us, you’re in the right place!Hit Subscribe for more unfiltered...
2025-05-221h 02Campfire ConvosS1E11 | Season Finale | What to Expect NextIn the final episode of season one we go over all the thing we like, dislike, were surprised about, and what things may look like going forward! We add a few quick stories and some honest thoughts about how things may change.In the final episode of Campfire Convos Season 1, I take a moment to look back on the highlights, challenges, and surprises that came from starting this podcast in a simple, unscripted, fireside format. From memorable chats about mindset and faith, to the incredible outpouring of support, it’s been quite a journey. I also share why I ch...
2025-04-1741 minCampfire ConvosS1E10: ChatGPT Q&A & Favorite Camping MemoriesTo celebrate the 10th episode of Campfire Convos, Meanderin’ Mitch takes a solo seat around the fire—literally. Kicked back in the Cliq Chair and posted up next to the Solo Stove Ranger, he dives into stories and reflections sparked by five thoughtful questions. From skunk-filled childhood memories to must-have gear and a life-changing camping trip, this episode is all about connection, community, and finding peace in the great outdoors.Just you, Mitch, and the crackle of the fire.
2025-03-3131 minCampfire ConvosCampfire Convos S1E8 | Road Trips, Faith & Cold CoffeeIn this episode of Campfire Convos, I sit down with Stan—who traveled all the way from Texas—to chat about everything from last-minute flight drama to cruising across the country in a 1985 Volkswagen Vanagon. We share our takes on plane vs. car safety, the thrill (and dangers) of motorcycles, and how faith and a strong church community can help us navigate life’s toughest moments. Grab some coffee (hot or cold!), cozy up by the fire, and join us for a laid-back conversation on finding purpose, embracing new friendships, and remembering that everything happens for a reason.Highlights• Stan’s n...
2025-03-2037 minCampfire ConvosS1E9 | Whiskey, College Stories & Unscripted Campfire BanterJoin me and my longtime friend “Shrek” for a laid-back night around the Solo Stove, kicking back in Cliq Chairs, lighting up Gurkha Titans cigars, and sipping on Buffalo Trace. We catch up on college tales (and wild parties), debate the merits of scripted vs. off-the-cuff humor, and share how our tastes have changed over time. It’s an unfiltered glimpse into real campfire convo—complete with wind, dirt bikes in the background, and all the unpredictability of the great outdoors.Hang out with "Shrek" on https://www.instagram.com/therealbschrec/ or listen in on Shrec...
2025-03-1659 minCampfire ConvosS1 E7 | Turning 30 : Life Lessons & Next StepsTurning 30: Lessons, Challenges & A Birthday Toast 🎂🔥Stepping into a new decade comes with a lot of reflection—on the lessons learned, the dreams chased (and let go of), and the unexpected turns along the way. In this special birthday episode, I’m sharing the advice I’d give my younger self, the mindset shifts that shaped me, and why I believe everything happens for a reason.Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and let’s talk about growth, resilience, and embracing the unknown.#CampfireConversations #Turning30 #LifeLessons #DoTheThing
2025-02-1739 minCampfire ConvosS1E6 | Overcoming Injuries and Finding Balance In LifeIn this episode, Meanderin' Mitch and Tyler sit down around the smokeless Solo Stove to talk about the power of community and the joy of getting outdoors. Getting comfortable in their Cliq Chairs, they dive into what makes spending time in nature so special. From camping under the stars to the therapeutic sounds of running water, Tyler shares his love for finding quiet spots far from the crowds, while Mitch reflects on the importance of unplugging and reconnecting. They chat about the freedom of spontaneous adventures and how sometimes, the best memories come from not over-planning. Plus...
2025-02-0234 minCampfire ConvosS1E5 | Embracing Solo Travel and Overcoming FearIn this cozy episode of Campfire Convos, Mitch and Lauren share laughs and wisdom around the campfire. Between friendly banter about overloaded backpacks ("I'm gonna be jacked carrying 90 pounds!") and cherished memories of wolf-spotting in Yellowstone, they dive into Lauren's impressive adventures across national parks. Her candid stories about solo female travel and learning to "just do the thing" resonate with authentic warmth. The easy conversation flows from backcountry mishaps to life lessons, wrapping up with a heartfelt toast over toasted marshmallow bourbon. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe! We appreciate you!
2025-01-1927 minCampfire ConvosS1E4 | Prioritizing Adventure & Life's PhasesIn this Campfire Convos episode, Ben and I swap stories of big projects, busted plans, and the adventures that make it all worth it—like buying a van to ‘redo’ or cursing our way out of hike way longer than planned. We chat about the gear that earns its keep, the fluff you can skip, and why life’s just about putting one foot in front of the other (sometimes literally). So, pour yourself a cup of ambition—or coffee—and join us for a good laugh and maybe a little inspiration.
2025-01-0526 minCampfire ConvosS1E3 | Camping Trips, Gear and TeamworkIn this episode of Campfire Convos, Meanderin' Mitch sits down with Cole to talk about camping adventures, memorable road trips, and lessons learned from the great outdoors. From encounters with wildlife to the evolution of our camping gear, we share laughs, stories, and tips for making the most of your time outside. Plus, Cole reveals his dream trip to Iceland and why it's at the top of his list. Grab a seat by the fire and join us for a laid-back chat about life, adventure, and everything in between.
2024-12-2319 minCampfire ConvosS1 E2 | Our Go-To Behind The Scenes Person!In this episode of Campfire Convos we’re diving into how nature and community can pull you through life’s toughest times. From cliff-jumping to campfire laughs, we’re talking about the magic of getting outside, meeting new people, and why the outdoors always seems to bring us together right when we need it most. Grab a seat by the fire—there’s even a toast with marshmallow bourbon!If you'd like to follow along with Carla on her own meanderin' journey, you can find her at www.instagram.com/cbober.Thanks for hanging out with u...
2024-12-0928 minCampfire ConvosS1 E1 | Welcome To Campfire Convos!In the first episode of Campfire Convos, Meanderin' Mitch introduces the podcast, inspired by his love for the outdoors and meaningful fireside discussions. He shares his vision of combining outdoor tips with personal stories, focusing on life's challenges and the lessons nature can teach us. Mitch invites listeners to join him around the virtual campfire, where real conversations about overcoming obstacles and embracing the journey unfold. Expect advice, stories, and a sense of community as we meander through life together.
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Schrec AttackEpisode 20: MeanderinMitch is here! We literally catch up on camera and talk about our lives. His life is interesting so enjoy the show ;)
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Podcasts will be Fridays starting next week!
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