Campfire Convos

Meanderin' Mitch

Welcome to Campfire Convos! I'm Meanderin' Mitch, and this podcast is all about the moments that happen around the campfire - whether it's camping, hiking, or just a good conversation, we're recreating those laid-back, no-agenda talks under the stars. We'll dive into life's challenges, the lessons we've learned, and how the outdoors offers a new perspective. Expect some advice, some stories, and definitely a guest or two. But more than anything, we're here to remind you that you're not alone in this journey. So grab a seat by the fire, and let's see where the conversation goes!

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    Is Travel Baseball Killing the Game? | Campfire Convos S3E6

    Planning a wedding or raising a young athlete? Bobby Thompson joins me by the fire to expose the "non-negotiables" for your big day and the hard truth about the travel baseball industry. Grab a seat for a deep conversation with my longtime friend and former teammate, Bobby Thompson. We dive into our shared history from the West Lebanon fields to the College World Series, discuss the challenges of impending fatherhood, and get real about "imposter syndrome" when chasing your high potential. Bobby also breaks down why coaching 11-year-olds changed his perspective on the game and what most wedding venues get wrong during speeches. Support the Show! Buy me a Log: https://ko-fi.com/meanderin_mitch Connect with Me! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meanderin_mitch/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/352103037956366 Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576114107409 Relevant Links & Resources! 🥃 End shot of whiskey - https://www.tincupwhiskey.com/ ⚾ Battleground Baseball - https://battlegroundbaseballgroup.com/ About Campfire Convos Campfire Convos is where real conversations meet the outdoors. Hosted by Mitchel from Meanderin’ Mitch, this podcast blends the feeling of sitting around a fire with honest, unfiltered discussions about life, adventure, and everything in between. Each episode brings a mix of outdoor topics, personal stories, and meaningful conversations with guests—from creators and adventurers to everyday people with something real to say. Whether it’s camping, travel, relationships, personal growth, or chasing a better life, nothing is off limits. It’s not about being perfect—it’s about being real. So grab a seat, relax, and join us by the fire… When the fire glows, the convos flow. CHAPTERS 0:00 - The First Spark (Intro) 1:15 - Meeting through Baseball & Wrestling 2:40 - The Recruiting Game: Commitment Regrets? 3:30 - Mason Miller & Battleground Baseball 5:15 - Life Update: Expecting a Baby Girl 8:00 - Legend of West Lebanon: Remembering Jackie 10:30 - The Saturday Sacrifice: Coaching vs. Family 11:30 - Marriage & Maintaining Your Identity 15:10 - The Notre Dame Obsession: Getting "Fired" 18:45 - Pro Sports vs. Playing for Pride 23:50 - The Lost Art of Hating to Lose 29:10 - The 2013 College World Series Journey 36:20 - Buy Me a Log: Jared & Trinity 38:00 - Keeping the Yard Baseball Name Alive 43:50 - Traveling: The Power of First Impressions 47:30 - Imposter Syndrome & High Potential Detriments 52:10 - Why I Left Walmart: Chasing the Sprint 56:20 - Rosemary Oil & The Reality of Getting Older 59:50 - Wedding Planning: DJ, Video, and "Okay" Food 1:06:20 - The Open Bar & Speeches Non-Negotiables 1:09:40 - Coaching History: Steve Klein & IUP 1:17:45 - Why Coaching 11-Year-Olds Is Euphoric 1:20:40 - The Travel Baseball Rant: Money vs. Development 1:28:40 - The Case for the Multi-Sport Athlete 1:34:40 - Pennsylvania Baseball: The Northeast Hub 1:40:15 - The "What If": Saltsburg & Blairsville 2013 1:44:30 - Tin Cup Whiskey & Final Toast 1:46:15 - Mystery Animal Sound Outro

    1 giờ 47 phút
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    Hypnotherapy, Past Lives… Is This Actually Real? | Campfire Convos S3E5

    On this episode of Campfire Convos, I sit down with Rene from Reform Mind, Body & Spirit—and this one goes deep. We talk about hypnotherapy, past life regression, and whether the next generation is actually going to change the world. Some of this stuff sounds crazy at first… but the more we talked, the more it made you think. If you’ve ever been curious about: – Hypnotherapy – Past lives – Personal growth and mindset – Or just having real, honest conversations …this one’s for you. 🔥 When the fire glows, the convos flow. — 💬 Let me know in the comments: Do you think past lives are real? — 🎧 Campfire Convos is all about real conversations, good energy, and slowing things down—just like sitting around a fire. If you enjoy the episode, make sure to like, subscribe, and share it with someone who would vibe with this. — 🪵 Support the show: Buy me a log - https://ko-fi.com/meanderin_mitch — #campfireconvos #hypnotherapy #pastlives #podcast #selfgrowth #mindset #spirituality Chapters 00:00 Intro 00:20 Meet Rene (Reform Mind, Body & Spirit) 02:00 First Impressions & Conversation Start 08:30 What is Hypnotherapy? 18:45 Past Life Regression Explained 32:00 Is It Real or Just the Mind? 45:00 The Problem with Modern Marketing & Trust 55:00 Being Authentic in a Manipulated World 01:05:00 The Next Generation & The Future 01:12:30 Final Thoughts 01:14:00 Outro + Animal Sound Challenge

    1 giờ 16 phút
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    Is Therapy Overrated? Real Talk on Mental Health, Growth & Self-Awareness | Campfire Convos S3E3

    Is therapy overrated? Or are we just thinking about it the wrong way? In this episode of Campfire Convos, I’m joined by my buddy Jared for a real, unfiltered conversation recorded during the Canal Campout trial run in Saltsburg, PA. We dive into: Therapy and whether it should be long-term or temporary Mental health, self-awareness, and personal growth Learning how to deal with other people vs fixing yourself Triggers, responsibility, and modern culture Why negativity spreads so easily The idea that everything happens for a reason This one goes deep, gets a little philosophical, and stays real the whole way through. 🔥 SUPPORT THE SHOW Buy Me a Log (Support Campfire Convos): https://ko-fi.com/meanderin_mitch 🍻 SUPPORT LOCAL Brew Bank (Andy’s Shandy): https://www.facebook.com/brewbankco 📍 FEATURED LOCATION / SHOUTOUT Point Street Tavern (Saltsburg, PA) – shoutout to Joe 🎧 FOLLOW & CONNECT Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meanderin_mitch/ Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/meandermore 🔥 ABOUT CAMPFIRE CONVOS Real conversations around a fire — about life, growth, the outdoors, and everything in between. “When the fire glows, the convos flow.” ⏱ CHAPTERS 00:00 Intro – What This Episode Covers 00:56 First Public Episode + Campout Setting 02:00 Work, Pressure & Being Hard on Yourself 05:06 Work-Life Balance & Family Impact 07:06 Therapy Experience & Mental Health Reality 10:09 Is Therapy Meant to Be Temporary? 13:19 Therapy as Ongoing Growth vs “Fixing” Yourself 16:02 Losing Access to Therapy & Real Cost 20:21 Where the “Therapy is Overrated” Idea Comes From 23:10 Bad Therapy vs Good Therapy 29:08 “Everything Happens for a Reason” Mindset 33:10 Negativity, Media & Environment Influence 41:15 Supporters, Sponsors & Community Callouts

    1 giờ 30 phút
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    Campfire Convos S3E2 | Family, Sports & Life Lessons Around the Fire

    On this episode of Campfire Convos, I sit down with my buddy Swan and we get into everything from growing up playing sports to the life lessons that come with it.We talk about:Baseball memories growing upPlaying multiple sports (football, golf, track, basketball)The impact of coaches and father figuresMental toughness in sports and lifeWhy team sports shape who you becomeCoaching experiences and long-term impact on kidsSmall-town sports cultureSoftball leagues, tournaments, and Ocean City tripsWe also share some hilarious stories, tough lessons, and moments that stick with you for life.If you’ve ever played sports, had a great coach, or learned something bigger than the game itself… this one’s for you.🔥 Campfire Convos — When the fire glows, the convos flow.🔗 LINKS & MENTIONS🍺 Brew Bank (Ridgway, PA)https://www.facebook.com/BrewBankPA📍 Ridgway, Pennsylvaniahttps://maps.google.com/?q=Ridgway,+PA⏱️ CHAPTERS00:00 Intro & What This Episode Is About00:15 Trying Brew Bank Beer & Ridgway Talk01:55 Small Town Living & Exploring New Places05:00 Reconnecting & Starting the Conversation06:00 Early Baseball Memories & Getting Hit in the Chest09:00 Confidence, Mindset & Playing Loose14:00 Influence of Coaches, Parents & Life Lessons22:30 Adult Sports, Injuries & Tournament Stories26:00 High School Sports (Football, Golf, Track, Basketball)45:00 Coaching Impact & Why It Matters More Than Winning54:30 Ocean City Trips & Wrapping Up

    1 giờ 35 phút
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    Campfire Convos Season 2 Finale: What’s Changing in Season 3

    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

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    Dogs, Discipline & Finding Balance | Campfire Convos S2E16

    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

    1 giờ 4 phút

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Welcome to Campfire Convos! I'm Meanderin' Mitch, and this podcast is all about the moments that happen around the campfire - whether it's camping, hiking, or just a good conversation, we're recreating those laid-back, no-agenda talks under the stars. We'll dive into life's challenges, the lessons we've learned, and how the outdoors offers a new perspective. Expect some advice, some stories, and definitely a guest or two. But more than anything, we're here to remind you that you're not alone in this journey. So grab a seat by the fire, and let's see where the conversation goes!