Season 3 of Campfire Convos is here.

In this episode, I sit down with my brother Brady and we talk about becoming dog dads, family, growing up, wedding planning, cruises, camping, and what we’re both looking forward to this year.

This one is exactly what Campfire Convos is supposed to be: two brothers sitting around the fire, sharing a drink, getting interrupted by the outdoors, and having a real conversation.

We also introduce the new animal sound challenge at the end of the episode, so make sure you listen all the way through and drop your guess in the comments.

Topics in this episode:

life with Milo and Tucker

dog training and responsibility

why family comes first

marriage, support systems, and growing up

cruises, camping, fishing, and future plans

what we’re excited about this year

Chapters

00:00 Season 3 premiere intro

00:55 First sip and dog dad life

08:14 Dog training, routines, and responsibility

12:13 New season support and sponsor system

19:35 Why family comes first

29:14 Marriage, future family life, and support systems

33:45 Cruises, travel, and making memories

40:17 What Brady is excited for this year

49:14 Goals, camping, and future plans

01:08:49 Animal sound challenge

Welcome 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 systemI want to add a consistent intro + outroI want to add a small end-of-episode game for engagementI’m exploring light branding + animations (without losing the real campfire vibe)If you’ve been here this season — thank you. And if you want to keep me accountable, I’m officially inviting you to call me out in the comments if I don’t follow through on what I’m promising here.🔥 SUPPORT THE SHOW (Buy Me a Log)https://ko-fi.com/meanderin_mitch🤝 SPONSORS & GEAR MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEPackFire Smokeless Fire Pithttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61581396151542Cliq Chairs (Classic 1.0)https://www.dpbolvw.net/click-101445030-13868159Use code MEANDERIN_MITCH for 10% offBrew Bank – Ridgway, PAhttps://www.facebook.com/brewbankco💬 COMMENT + KEEP ME ACCOUNTABLEWhat do you want most from Season 3?Better guests?More structure?More campfire vibe?Games/segments?Better visuals?Drop your honest thoughts below — constructive criticism is welcome.⏱️ CHAPTERS 00:00 Season 2 Finale intro + sponsor shoutouts00:34 Why Season 2 is ending early01:18 Season 3 start date (first week of March)01:38 New format: 11 episodes, weekly schedule02:03 Batching episodes + raising quality02:38 Hold me accountable (seriously)02:59 “Buy Me a Log” supporters revamp (tiers + appreciation)03:40 Intro + outro ideas + adding an end-of-episode game04:14 Restructuring the flow (less sponsor talk up front)04:39 Keeping the true campfire vibe05:16 Light branding/animations without being “too businessy”06:15 Feedback request + closing

Welcome 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 Bank, keeping warm with our sponsored fire pit, and ending the night with a Campfire Convos whiskey pour.If you’re a dog owner, thinking about getting a dog, or just trying to build a more balanced life, this episode is for you.🔥 SUPPORT THE SHOWBuy us a log and help keep the fire going:https://ko-fi.com/meanderin_mitch🪑 GEAR & BRANDS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODECliq Chairs (Classiq 2.0)https://www.dpbolvw.net/click-101445030-13868159Use code MEANDERIN_MITCH for 10% offBrew Bank – Ridgway, PAhttps://www.facebook.com/brewbankcoPack Fire Smokeless Fire Pithttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61581396151542💬 JOIN THE CONVERSATIONDrop a comment below:– Are you team routine or flexibility with dogs?– What’s the one meal everyone should learn how to cook?– Should Evan cook a gator at 100 likes?⏱️ CHAPTERS00:00 – Campfire kickoff, chairs, beer & setting the tone06:00 – Dog training journey & behavior modification14:40 – Training philosophy, discipline & consistency26:00 – Burnout, balance, health & slowing down41:30 – Cooking, barbecue & food passion52:25 – Faith, fear, trust & life perspective58:30 – Advice, final thoughts & campfire toast

This 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, our new fire pit sponsor, and is fueled by beer around the fire from Brew Bank in Ridgway, PA.If you’ve ever struggled with discipline, identity, or figuring out who you are beyond competition, this one’s for you.🔥 SUPPORT THE PODCASTBuy a log and help keep the fire going:☕ Buy Me a Log (Ko-fi)https://ko-fi.com/meanderin_mitch🤝 EPISODE PARTNERS & LINKS(Only brands and people mentioned in this episode)🔥 Pack Fire Smokeless Fire Pithttps://packfire.com/products/packfire🍺 Brew Bank – Ridgway, PAhttps://www.facebook.com/brewbankco👤 GUEST LINKS – TREY TIPTON📸 Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/tretip06/🎵 TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@tretip06?lang=en

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. 😂)

If you want more conversations like this — real, deep, chaotic, honest, and filled with warmth — make sure you’re subscribed.

🔥 TONIGHT’S SPONSORS (THANK YOU!)

You can buy a log and support the show here → https://ko-fi.com/meanderinmitch

Log Sponsors for this episode:

⭐ Paris

⭐ Carley

⭐ Eric

Thank you for keeping the fire glowing and the convos flowing.

🌲 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 😂

Follow Erin’s journey as her business launches soon!

⭐ Brew Bank Ridgway

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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