The Campfire Conversation

As we gently land the Campfire Conversation Podcast plane that's been flying for the past two years, we visit the question: "What Do You Like About Getting Older." And, we perhaps convince ourselves that this is not the last episode for good...but for a bit of time. Thank you to all who have joined us on this journey and we hope you enjoy.

Join us for a long-awaited episode 8 from our second season where Mike, Jaime and Josh dive into a contemporary - yet durable - conversation around trust. Why is it lacking in many space? Why has this happened? What is our role in this reality - both past, present and future. And - learn which government entity we think could go on the DOGE chopping block!

In what is now an annual holiday tradition, Mike joins Jamelle, Jaime and Josh as we dig in to what type of wisdom is driving us these days. Join us for a thoughtful conversation around concepts such as mindfulness, gratitude, presence, and going slow - plus plenty of laughs as we discuss what helps us make sense of life as we are moving into the second half of life.

The trio meets again - this time at Jamelle's incredible Sports Bar basement. With the upcoming election, we discuss some recent happenings in the political world. Bringing some similar, but different views into the fold, we share our opinions and observations about all that is happening. It's often said that it's best to leave politics and religion out of the Thanksgiving family dinner, but that's not said about podcasts. As part of our goal of our podcast - healthy dialogue and authentic commentary- we also welcome feedback, fact-checks and new ideas to help further expand the lofty but critical goal of healthy debate and disagreement in a democracy. Find us at https://www.instagram.com/the_campfire_conversation_pod/ and drop us a DM or comment!And Go Vote!

The Trio is back at it, but this time in a new place with some new effects! We get deep fast after some moonshine banter with discussions about why we're here, whether things actually "happen for a reason," karma, and whether there is life beyond what we know of here and what that might mean. Jaime adds his musical talents to this episode. Check it out and let us know what you think!

Join us for a powerful account of our friend Vesna's incredible true story of survival, family and perseverance as she recounts her early life as a refugee escaping from the war-torn lands of Croatia, Serbia, Bosnia-Herzegovina and the former Yugoslavia. As Vesna shares her story, we focus on the ways humans overcome challenges and "keep pushing." Also - if anyone knows where Vesna can find any Serbian military cookies from the early 1990s, please leave a comment on our Instagram Page - Vesna would be ever so thankful :-).

We're finally back with another episode after a bit of a spring lull - join Jamelle, Jaime and Josh for a conversation with Rico Wint, CEO of Young Men of Purpose, a youth mentorship program in the Denver Metro area that focuses primarily on support for young men of color. Learn more about YMOP's history, its mission, and at large, the work it takes -we must take - to make change in our communities. Join us for a fun, real and informative conversation in our 10th episode - and really explore the meaning of "purpose."

Join us for this highly engaging episode in which Dr. Ben Sanders, Chief Equity Officer for the City and County of Denver, joins Josh, Jamelle and Jaime to discuss all things DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion). As America faces yet another inflection point and potential pendulum swing in the ongoing work of racial, social, gender, economic, and religious equity (and many others), we dive into important reflections about suffering, managing polarities, the importance of depth over performative superficiality, God, and even throw in some whiskey talk with one of our favorite local distilleries - Laws! Somehow, we seem to do it all and hope you join us for this podcast.

Season Two is here: Join your hosts Josh and Jamelle, guest Jared, and producer Jaime for the first episode of season two. As Jaime ups his production game, the rest of us lean into some engaging conversations, debating the true purpose of The Media - is it entertainment? Is it information distribution? Is there are requirement of integrity? What are the implications? After tasting some delicious bourbon from Mythology Distillery from right out here in Steamboat Springs, Colorado we dive into important conversations about money, race, and education in the world of collegiate athletics. Jared brings his perspective as a former college coach and athlete, and the crew gets deep with some important questions about the intersection of equity and race in the space of collegiate sports and academia. Jump in for what is an entertaining and important conversation and leave us comments on wherever you get your podcasts! And...be on the lookout for some NEW intro music for episode two - about to be recorded live by Jaime and Josh for the listener's pleasure. Here we go!

It's our Season One Finale! Recorded Live at Law's Whiskey House - the Rackhouse - with Law's team members, Crystal and Simon - join Josh and Jamelle for the last episode of our first season. We discuss the importance of following our creative passions in life and share the stories that brought us all to Law's for this podcast recording. Learn some amazing facts about tasting whiskies with our senses, the history of Law's and some new insights from some awesome guests. Enjoy!

It's our Christmas Special! Join Josh, Jamelle, Jaime and longtime listener and first-time guest, Mike talk Christmas, the new state of college football, Jason Whitlock, and many other esoteric but somehow connected topics! We feature Fraser Valley Distilling out of Fraser, Colorado, in this episode and taste some delicious whiskey. Join us for a fluid and engaging conversation!

Join Josh, his brother, Zack, and our fearless producer, Jaime, as we test our brotherly knowledge via trivia (with questionable scorekeeping), riff on brotherhood in general, taste some delicious 10th Mountain Rye Whiskey, and close out with some commentary on AI, mostly confirming we're likely not AI created bot-brothers. In our first episode without Jamelle (on vacation - he'll be back!), the Brothers Hugo hold it down pretty damn well, And, after a live jam-sesh, we have some new intro tunes to kick off the episode. Be sure to check us out at our Campfire Conversations Instagram Page and leave some comments whereever you're getting your podcasts and thanks for listening!

The crew is back together with new guest, Brian, for our first indoor shoot of the season. No longer a campfire, but a fireplace, the fellas talk about what it's like to make friends in our later thirites and learn about the whiskey barrelling techniques while tasing some delicious bourbon from Abbott and Wallce Distilling in Longmont, CO. After a few drams, we close out with some reflections on our duties as citizens in a democracy to work towards a more thoughtful and integrated political society. We don't likely figure it out, but join us for one of the best conversations yet!

Episode 3 gets off to a real smooth start where your host Josh, Jamelle (of Washed Podcast) and longtime-listener and first-time podcast guest, John talk (and emotionally process) ND football, the Raiders, what it means to be a fan, and then, yes, God. Somehow we tie it all together, likely aided by some smooth and spicy Woody Creek Whiskey. and the excellent production talents of Jaime.

In what is surely our best pod yet, join Josh, Jaime, Jamelle (of Washed Podcast) and new guest and old friend, Shawn for our second fireside episode. We discuss Deion Prime Time Sanders, what makes a bourbon a bourbon and how we can make the world more inclusive with one word. Learn whether waterparks, Kool-Aid or heart will bring us all closer together...or all of it! Shout out to High West Distillery and Fraser Valley Distilling for creating some delicious whiskies for our enjoyment. You'll have to check out Fraser Valley on-site where you can get their amazing spirits or High West in many liquor stores across the West!

Join Josh, his good friend Jamelle (of Washed Podcast) and producer, Jaime as we discuss the Great Outdoors, taste some whiskey from local distillery 477 Distilling in Greeley, and discuss raising boys in our inaugural episode!