Welcome 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 → https://ko-fi.com/meanderin_mitchJoin the Patreon → https://patreon.com/meanderin_mitchPodcast links (Spotify, Apple, etc.) → https://linktr.ee/CampfireConvosSubscribe on Substack (bonus episodes coming soon) → Coming soon🔥 FEATURED BRANDS & LOCAL SUPPORTRise Outdoor Tent → https://riseoutdoor.ca/?ref=meanderinmitchBrew Bank Ridgeway → https://www.facebook.com/brewbankco📬 GET INVOLVEDEmail inquiries or to be on the show → meanderinmitch@gmail.comApply to be a guest → https://forms.gle/U9aXSoKrJ2Rm2y4r9Merch Store → Coming soon🌲 FOLLOW MEANDERIN’ MITCHInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/meanderin_mitch/TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@meanderin_mitchLemon8 → https://www.lemon8-app.com/meanderin_mitchHigh Frequency Media IG → https://www.instagram.com/highfrequency_media/Campfire Convos TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@campfireconvos⏱️ CHAPTERS 00:00 – Chilly Day, Drinks & Back at the Fire01:15 – Hunting Stories, Snow & Nature06:00 – Foreign Exchange Students & Hosting Memories10:26 – What Podcasting Has Taught Me13:25 – Lessons From Guests & Shop With a Cop17:26 – Comfort Zones, Guests & The Future of CC21:53 – Holidays, Family & Losing Loved Ones28:00 – Sponsorships, Support & The Cyclers Log33:20 – Camping Events, People & Evolving Groups38:18 – Rise Airst Nest, Travel & Glamping Talks40:28 – Sponsors, Beer, Whiskey & Local Support46:17 – Work, Leadership & Building Teams53:16 – Watching People Grow + Coaching Styles57:30 – Life Lessons, Authenticity & Family Priority01:00:40 – Chair Collapse & The Return01:01:09 – Final Thoughts, Gratitude & Outro01:06:50 – Outtakes: Chair Fail Compilation

Welcome 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. 😂)

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🌲 ABOUT TONIGHT’S GUEST — ERIN

Erin is a soon-to-be certified integrative health coach with a background in Biology, Psychology, naturopathic medicine, holistic healing, and women’s health.

This episode covers:

• The problem with 6-minute doctor visits

• Why the medical system overlooks nutrition

• How diet, herbs, and lifestyle actually influence health

• The truth behind “calories in/calories out”

• Body positivity vs real health

• Women’s cycles, hormone differences, and why women aren’t “small men”

• Why nature is medicine

• How to build a life you don’t want to retire from

• And how ADHD turns a serious convo into chaos instantly 😂

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Welcome 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 — keeps growing.Grab your favorite drink, pull up a chair, and join me for this special solo fireside reflection.🔥 Support the ShowBuy us a log to keep the fire glowing: https://ko-fi.com/meanderin_mitchJoin the Patreon for early access, behind-the-scenes, and bonus episodes: https://patreon.com/meanderin_mitchListen to the podcast everywhere: https://linktr.ee/CampfireConvosSubscribe on Substack — all proceeds currently go to the Meander More x Shop With A Cop Youth Camp: https://substack.com/@campfireconvos?utm_source=share&utm_medium=android&r=3pbzqm🏕️ Gear & Sponsors FeaturedSolo Stove Bonfire 2.0: https://solostove.comCliq Chair Classic 2.0: https://www.dpbolvw.net/click-101445030-13868159 (use code MEANDERIN_MITCH for 10% off)Brew Bank Ridgeway: https://www.facebook.com/brewbankcoShop With A Cop: https://www.facebook.com/p/Shop-With-A-Cop-NPO-100079308206605/Rise Outdoor Tent: https://riseoutdoor.ca/?ref=meanderinmitch📬 Get InvolvedEmail inquiries, sponsorships, or guest requests: meanderinmitch@gmail.comApply to be on the podcast: https://forms.gle/U9aXSoKrJ2Rm2y4r9Merch store: Coming soon!🌲 Follow Meanderin’ Mitch & Campfire ConvosInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/meanderin_mitch/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@meanderin_mitchLemon8: https://www.lemon8-app.com/meanderin_mitchHigh Frequency Media IG: https://www.instagram.com/highfrequency_media/Campfire Convos TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@campfireconvos

Welcome 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 of our deepest conversations yet, filled with truth, hard lessons, and encouragement to live with boldness.

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00:00 – Campfire Kickoff & Introductions
02:14 – Marriage, Fatherhood & Life Changes
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16:29 – Boldness, Faith & Mental Health
29:27 – Lessons from Sports, Tough Love & Growth
43:44 – Challenges, Business & God’s Timing
56:03 – Legacy, Bold Living & Final Reflections

Welcome 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 us.🌲 Support the Show🔥 Buy us a log to keep the fire burning: https://ko-fi.com/meanderin_mitch🤝 Join the Patreon for early access & more: https://patreon.com/meanderin_mitch🎧 Listen everywhere via Linktree: https://linktr.ee/CampfireConvos📬 Be Part of the ShowWant to be on the podcast, sponsor, or connect?📧 Email: meanderinmitch@gmail.com📝 Apply here: https://forms.gle/U9aXSoKrJ2Rm2y4r9📱 Follow Meanderin’ Mitch & Campfire Convos• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meanderin_mitch/• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@meanderin_mitch• Lemon8: https://www.lemon8-app.com/meanderin_mitch• Media Business IG: https://www.instagram.com/highfrequency_media/• Podcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@campfireconvos🍻 Featured In This Episode• Solo Stove Ranger 2: https://www.solostove.com• CLIQ Chair ClassiQ 2.0: https://cliqproducts.com• Brew Bank (Andy Shandygaff): https://www.facebook.com/brewbankridgway• Elijah Craig Bourbon: https://elijahcraig.com🗣️ In This Episode– Why being real matters more than being trendy online– Lessons from heartbreak, moving back home, and starting over– The power of talking about men’s mental health– How faith, vulnerability, and resilience shape our lives– Viral TikTok moments & building community online– Lifting each other up instead of tearing each other down⏱️ Chapters00:00 – Campfire Kickoff & Beers by the Fire05:35 – Catching Up & Starting Over After Moving Back Home12:15 – TikTok Growth, Viral Moments & Real Conversations21:10 – Mental Health, Vulnerability & Men’s Struggles29:55 – Faith, Values & Learning Through Hard Times38:40 – Friendship, Coaching Stories & Getting Older47:00 – Breakups, Love & Picking Yourself Back Up01:04:45 – Advice for Men Struggling With Mental Health01:16:00 – Shotgun Finale & Outro Toast

Welcome 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.

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– How Shawna turned chronic migraines into a healing journey
– Why listening to your body matters
– Building habits & belief systems that last
– Done is better than perfect: progress over perfection
– Facing fears, content creation, and legacy

00:00 – Campfire Kickoff & Introductions
02:34 – How We Met & First Impressions
03:51 – Shawna’s Passions & Mind-Body Connection
08:05 – Overcoming Chronic Migraines
16:29 – Creating a Local TV Show & Pushing Through Resistance
23:00 – Passion vs Anger & Building Community
31:19 – Habits, Perfectionism & Content Creation
36:40 – Legacy, Idols & Becoming Your Future Self
01:06:14 – Outro & Toast

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Pull 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.

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Shoutouts & gear mentioned
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• Brew Bank – Ridgway, PA (Andy Shandy): local favorite mentioned in‑episode

What you’ll hear
– Family, legacy, and growing beyond “the baseball kid”
– Heat acclimation, concussion tests, and why some kids hide injuries
– How to keep your identity (and joy) when the nest is empty
– Finding the right partner (for teens and 30‑somethings)
– Three simple rules for more happiness

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