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Campfire Council
by Luke Guagliardo
Welcome to the Campfire Council Podcast! This is a Christian podcast where we will be having laidback "campfire" talks about what it looks like to be an image bearer of God in todays world. We will be uploading new episodes weekly. We are excited to start this Podcast and see where it goes! Thanks for listening!
Episodes
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#149 - Men’s Retreat Recap: Faith, Brotherhood & Honest Conversations
Send us Fan Mail What happens when you put your phone down and get honest with other men about faith, temptation, and life? In Episode 149 of Campfire Council, Luke and Joey recap their men’s retreat at Village Creek Bible Camp in Lansing, Iowa—from pickleball and basketball to prayer partners…
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#148 - One Year Following Jesus: Collin's Journey of Faith & Growth
Send us Fan Mail What does your first year following Jesus really look like? Collin joins Luke and Joey on the Campfire Council Podcast to reflect on a year of faith—the excitement, the struggles, and the freedom of realizing you don’t have to earn God’s grace. We talk about letting go of guilt,...
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#147 - Sharing Jesus in Video Games With The Helpful Raider
Send us Fan Mail Can a video game become a mission field? Tyler, known online as The Helpful Raider, joins the Campfire Council to share how he went from working in HVAC to full-time evangelism—and how ARC Raiders became an unexpected place to share Jesus. We talk about his testimony, overcoming...
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#146 - Why Is Christian Dating So Hard? (Part 2)
Send us Fan Mail When does waiting on God’s timing become avoiding putting yourself out there? And what does dating with intention actually look like? In Episode 146 of the Campfire Council Podcast, Luke, Joey, Miranda, and Olivia continue the conversation on Christian dating and relationships…
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#145 - Why Is Christian Dating So Hard? (Part 1)
Send us Fan Mail How do you pursue a Godly relationship when dating feels awkward, rejection gets personal, and everyone has different expectations? Luke, Joey, Miranda, and Gigi get honest about Christian dating—from embarrassing gym encounters and unexpected relationship red flags to the fear…
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#144 - Finding God in Grief, Temptation, and Spiritual Warfare
Send us Fan Mail Is spiritual warfare real—and why do attacks sometimes seem to intensify when we grow closer to Christ? Lee returns to the Campfire Council for a raw conversation about grief, temptation, spiritual attacks, and the faith that carried him through an incredibly painful season....
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#143 - From Nightlife & Addiction to Jesus: Lee’s Story
Send us Fan Mail Lee spent years chasing nightlife, money, relationships, New Age spirituality, and the next good time—until one more alcohol-fueled night forced him to confront the person he had become. In this episode of the Campfire Council Podcast, Lee joins Luke, Joey, and Miranda to share…
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#142 - Are You Burying Your God-Given Gifts? | Parable of The Talents
Send us Fan Mail What are you doing with the gifts God has entrusted to you? In Episode 142 of the Campfire Council Podcast, Luke, Joey, and Miranda unpack the Parable of the Talents in Matthew 25. They discuss what “talents” really meant in the passage—and how the principle applies to our...
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#141 - Faith, Anxiety & Depression: Olivia’s Story of Healing
Send us Fan Mail Can Christians struggle with anxiety and still trust God? Is taking mental-health medication a sign of weak faith? What do you do when you pray, read Scripture, and your situation still doesn’t change? In Episode 141 of the Campfire Council Podcast, Luke, Joey, and Miranda sit…
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#140 - Faith Without Action: The Encounter That Convicted Us
Send us Fan Mail What happens when someone needs more than encouraging words? In Episode 140 of the Campfire Council Podcast, Luke, Joey, and Miranda discuss an unexpected encounter with a man named Mike who was struggling to pay his rent. What began as an uncomfortable interruption became a...
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#139 - Authentic With Purpose with Vanya Koepke
Send us Fan Mail What does it actually mean to live authentically—and how do we keep approval, success, social media, and politics from defining who we are? Author, speaker, and Wisconsin elected official Vanya Koepke returns to the Campfire Council Podcast to discuss his second book, “Authentic...
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#138 - Why Does God Let Faithful People Suffer?
Send us Fan Mail Why do we sometimes expect fewer trials when we’re doing everything a “good Christian” should do? In Episode 138, Luke and Joey wrestle with suffering, unanswered prayers, and what it means to trust God when His promises feel impossible. They share the unforgettable testimony of…
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#137 - The Freedom of Forgiveness (It Changed Everything)
Send us Fan Mail Sometimes the hardest person to forgive is the one who hurt you the most... and sometimes it's even harder to let go of your anger toward God. In this episode, we have one of our most personal conversations yet. We talk about forgiveness, pride, gratitude, and how God can...
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#136 - Why Gossip is so Dangerous
Send us Fan Mail Gossip seems harmless... until it destroys friendships, families, churches, and even our own hearts. In this episode of the Campfire Council Podcast, we dive into one of the most common sins Christians often overlook. Why is gossip so easy? Is there a difference between venting…
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#135 - Why Christians Need Discipline More Than Motivation
Send us Fan Mail Discipline isn't about having more motivation—it's about becoming more like Christ. In this episode of Campfire Council, the crew dives into one of the most overlooked parts of the Christian life: biblical discipline. Why do we struggle to stay consistent? Is discipline different...
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#134 - Bodybuilding & Humility - Jordan Plantiko's Road to the Olympia
Send us Fan Mail Jordan Plantiko is back on the Campfire Council—and this conversation goes far beyond bodybuilding. After stepping away from competition for five years, Jordan returned to the IFBB Pro stage, battled through injury, bounced back from disappointment, and captured a huge victory at...
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#133 - How to Truly Recharge: Finding Rest in a Busy World
Send us Fan Mail Are you physically exhausted, mentally drained, or spiritually running on empty? In this episode of the Campfire Council Podcast, we dive into what it really means to recharge. In a culture that tells us to scroll more, work harder, and stay constantly busy, we explore how God...
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#132 - Bringing Hope to a Broken World - With Tonya Davis (Coach T)
Send us Fan Mail How do people know you're a Christian? Is it because of what you wear... what you post... or the way you actually live? This week we're joined by Tanya (TD Impacts) for one of the most encouraging conversations we've had on the podcast. We dive into authentic faith, sharing the...
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#131 - Indecency, Arson & the Grace of God
Send us Fan Mail Have you ever looked back on a moment and thought, "I knew better, but I did it anyway"? In this episode of the Campfire Council Podcast, the council has an honest conversation about sin, regret, repentance, and the incredible mercy of God. We discuss those moments when we've…
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#130 - Spiritual Warfare: How To Fight Lies, Temptation & the Enemy
Send us Fan Mail What is spiritual warfare, and how should Christians think about it biblically? In this episode of the Campfire Council Podcast, the council dives deep into one of the most discussed and misunderstood topics in Christianity: spiritual warfare. Together, Luke, Joey, Emilio…
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#129 - The Biggest Red Flags in Christian Dating
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Campfire Council Podcast, the crew dives into one of the most requested and controversial conversations yet — Christian dating, relationships, red flags, spiritual leadership, and modern dating culture. We play a hilarious and thought-provoking game of…
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#128 - Training the Body, Saving Souls | Heaven, Hell & Evangelism
Send us Fan Mail On this episode of the Campfire Council Podcast, the council dives deep into one of the most important — and uncomfortable — conversations Christians can have: evangelism, eternity, and the reality of heaven and hell. Miranda shares her incredible journey after winning her first...
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#127 - Taming the Tongue & Controlling Anger
Send us Fan Mail What happens when Christian guys start debating modern dating standards, gender roles, hobbies, church culture, and relationship red flags? Chaos. 😂 In this episode of the Campfire Council Podcast, the council dives into a hilarious but surprisingly deep game of “Amen or…
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#126 - Questions, Mentors & Nerd Debates
Send us Fan Mail On this episode of the Campfire Council Podcast, the council dives into some of the deepest and funniest questions they’ve faced yet. From lighthearted icebreakers and Star Wars talk to honest conversations about prayer, mentorship, faith, and identity, this episode goes...
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#125 - Christian Dating: Amen or Rebuke? (We Got Real…)
Send us Fan Mail What starts off as a hilarious game of “Amen or Rebuke” quickly turns into one of our most real conversations yet. In this episode of the Campfire Council Podcast, we break down Christian dating standards, red flags, and real-life scenarios—deciding what we’d accept… and what…
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#124 - We Thought We Were Invincible… Then Reality Hit
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Campfire Council Podcast, the guys reflect on a powerful week of growth, faith, and real-life impact. After being invited to speak at a college ministry, the team breaks down what it was like stepping outside their comfort zones to share the gospel—and how…
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#123 - Feeling Distant From God, Easter Reflections & Real Faith Talks
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Campfire Council Podcast, Luke and Joey sit down for a real, unfiltered conversation about faith, Easter, and what it actually looks like to follow Christ in everyday life. Coming off Easter weekend, the guys reflect on powerful moments—from church services...
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#122 - We Should’ve Been on That Cross
Send us Fan Mail What really happened on Good Friday… and why does it still hit so hard today? In this episode of the Campfire Council Podcast, we sit down after Good Friday service to reflect on the cross, the sacrifice of Jesus, and what His death actually means for us today. We talk about: •…
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#121 - Is Korean BBQ a Sin? | The Truth About Overconsumption
Send us Fan Mail What are we really consuming too much of? In this episode of Campfire Council, we dive into the topic of overconsumption—not just with food, but with screens, caffeine, entertainment, social interaction, validation, information, and even our own negative thoughts. We talk about…
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#120 - How Do You Worship God When You Don’t Feel It? | Collin & Katie
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Campfire Council Podcast, Luke, Miranda, Joey, and Emilio sit down with Collin and Katie for a powerful conversation about faith, worship, marriage, surrender, serving, and spiritual growth. They share their personal story of how they met, what their dating...
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#119 - How Can a Loving God Send People to Hell?
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Campfire Council Podcast, we dive into one of the hardest and most honest questions in Christianity: How can a loving God allow hell? What starts as a casual, fun conversation quickly turns into a deep and meaningful discussion about faith, justice, and the...
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#118 - Standing for Jesus in a Secular University | Gigi Seymore
Send us Fan Mail What happens when your faith is challenged every single day in the classroom? In this episode of the Campfire Council Podcast, Luke, Joey, and Emilio sit down with their friend Gigi to talk about her journey through homeschooling, college, and defending her Christian faith in a...
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#117 - Church Hurt, Social Media & Chasing Platforms as Christians
Send us Fan Mail In this Luke & Joey solo episode of the Campfire Council Podcast, we dive into honest conversations about faith, church, and the challenges Christians face today. Luke shares a personal story about the first time he was truly angry at God after a mentor who helped grow his faith...
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#116 - Church Embarrassment, The Trinity & Hiding Behind Your Screen
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Campfire Council Podcast, we bounce between faith and real life—starting with an all-time embarrassing church moment (trying to hook a chain onto a nail on a cross… and completely failing). From there we get into gym talk (workout splits, training together...
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#115 - IFBB Pro Elizabeth Moline: Sobriety, Faith & Turning Pro
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Campfire Council Podcast, we sit down with IFBB Pro bodybuilder Elizabeth Moline to hear her incredible journey from addiction and emptiness to sobriety, faith in Christ, and earning her professional bodybuilding status. Elizabeth shares her story of…
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#114 - Humbled, Not Defeated: Faith, Identity & God’s Timing - Sam Liu
Send us Fan Mail In this powerful and deeply honest conversation, we sit down with Sam to explore how martial arts, faith, and life’s setbacks have shaped his perspective on humility, comparison, and trusting God’s plan. From dojo lessons about belt rankings and competition to Luke 14:10 and the...
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#113 - Why God Doesn’t Always Give Us What We Ask For
Send us Fan Mail Sometimes our desires don’t align with God’s plan — and that can be hard to accept. In this episode of the Campfire Council Podcast, the council answers listener questions ranging from faith and discernment to gym culture, energy drinks, and demon-possessed Bible stories. We dive...
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#112 - Repentance Is Action, Not Just Apologies
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Campfire Council Podcast, we dive deep into what repentance really means — not just saying sorry, but turning away from sin and stepping into obedience. We explore: The difference between guilt and repentance Why confession is biblical (James 5:13–16) How...
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#111 - Glory, Doubt, and the Power of Faith (Mark Chapter 9)
Send us Fan Mail On the council, we have Luke, Joey, Emilio, and Miranda! This episode we dive into the word and go through Mark chapter 9. There is a lot to unpack, along with lots of laughs and good conversation that you will not want to miss! Also, whose birthday is it?? Tune in to find out!...
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#110 - Raised in the Jungle: Evan's Missionary Roots & Walk With God
Send us Fan Mail On the council, we have Luke, Miranda, Joey, Emilio, and our special guest, Evan! This episode we get to hear all about Evan being raised by his missionary parents and spreading the gospel to the tribes in the dangerous Amazon jungle! We also dive into Evan's walk with God and…
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#109 - Faith in Social Media: Reacting to Christian Reels | Ep. 109 | Campfire Council Podcast
Send us Fan Mail On the council, we have Luke, Joey, Emilio, and Collin! This episode we react to Christian topic social media clips and dive into some deep conversation that you won't want to miss! Also, who got gerbiled?? Tune in to find out! Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe! Links:...
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#108 - Stranger Things Season 5: Peak TV or Overrated?
Send us Fan Mail On the council, we have Luke, Brandon, Emilio, and Joey! This bonus episode we talk everything Stranger Things! We break down the latest season, the show over all, and we finish off with a character tier list ranking that you will not want to miss! Also, what didn't we like about...
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#107 - Seeing Clearly: Faith, Bread, and Blindness (Mark Chapter 8)
Send us Fan Mail On the council, we have Luke, Joey, Emilio, and Collin! This episode we dive into Mark chapter 8 and unpack Jesus performing miracles, Peter rebuking Jesus, and much more that you will not want to miss out on! Also, who was seeing people as trees?? Tune in to find out! Don't…
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#106 - From Prophecy to Promise: Christmas Fulfilled
Send us Fan Mail On the council, we have Luke, Joey, Emilio, and Collin! This is our Christmas and New Years episode! We dive into scripture and unpack the story of Jesus's birth and the importance of Christmas. There is plenty of laughs, egg nog, and great conversation that you will not want to...
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#105 - Collin Brey (Finding Jesus Through My Anxiety)
Send us Fan Mail On the council, we have Luke, Joey, Emilio, and our special guest, Collin Brey! This episode, Collin tells us his incredible testimony and story of how he came to know Christ as his Lord and savior! Also, what did Emilio take away from Collin's story?? Tune in to find out! Don't...
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#104 - Tommy Gerlach (Living Like a Rock Star)
Send us Fan Mail On the council, we have Luke, Joey, Emilio, and our special guest, Tommy Gerlach! This episode, Tommy tells us how he is finally living his dream of moving to Nashville, playing guitar, and living like a rock star! Also, how much are cheese nips?? Tune in to find out! Don't…
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#103 - A Band-Aid To El Corazón (Bel & Fani)
Send us Fan Mail On the council, we have Luke, Joey, Emilio, and our special guests, Bel and Fani! This episode we get to sit down with Bel and Fani and hear all about their Christian podcast, A Band-Aid To El Corazón! This one is filled with great conversation and plenty of laughs that you will...
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#102 - The Fire Still Burns - 2 Years Around The Campfire
Send us Fan Mail On the council, we have Luke, Joey, Emilio, and Miranda! This episode we are celebrating 2 years of being a podcast! We get into the word and reflect on how blessed we are to have been able to do this for 2 years, and how excited we are for what God has in store for us in the...
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#101 - Megan Fluegge (From Darkness to Light)
Send us Fan Mail On the council, we have Luke, Joey, Emilio, Miranda, and our special guest, Megan! This episode we get to hear Megan's powerful story and testimony! This is an amazing episode filled with deep conversation, and plenty of laughs that you will not want to miss out on! Also, what…
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#100 - WE MADE IT!
Send us Fan Mail On the council, we have Luke, Emilio, and Joey! This is our 100th episode!! We will be doing a recap of the amazing opportunity that we had to speak live at Camp Minikani, along with reminiscing over our 100 episodes by reacting to our old social media clips! Also, what kind of...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to the Campfire Council Podcast! This is a Christian podcast where we will be having laidback "campfire" talks about what it looks like to be an image bearer of God in todays world. We will be uploading new episodes weekly. We are excited to start this Podcast and see where it goes! Thanks for listening!
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Luke Guagliardo
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Welcome to the Campfire Council Podcast! This is a Christian podcast where we will be having laidback "campfire" talks about what it looks like to be an image bearer of God in todays world. We will be uploading new episodes weekly. We are excited to start this Podcast and see where it goes! Thanks...
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