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Men, on the whole, stink at talking about how they’re feeling. We live in a world where the perception of masculinity doesn’t give modern men an outlet to deal with all the issues life hurls in our general direction. And that blows. That's where Campfire comes in. The aim is to normalise courageous conversations and encourage a healthy discourse about men's mental health, so people are better equipped to maintain long-term positivity. Join Bobby O and a new guest each week as he tumbles down ...
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In the final eppy of 2021, we open our hearts and our heads to Mr Dainis Purins. CEO and co-founder 'The Spiritual Fight Club', Dainis' journey from Elon Musk-wannabe to highly enlightened legend is something that you're going to love almost as much as Bobby did. During the waffle, Dynas and Bobby spoke about how being the “loser” can be the making…
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Let's round out the year with some big ballsy conversations, shall we? In this episode, we meet Master Chef contestant Mr Amir Manoly. In their conversation, Bobby and Amir touched upon food as therapy for the mind, body and soul, the importance of sharing your feelings - even if you think you're "fine" - and how lockdowns are really quite shitty f…
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Another week and another big, bold, ballsy conversation. This week we meet a mentor for entrepreneurs, a public speaker on the global circuit and the founder of the ‘Imperfectly Perfect’ initiative, Mr Glenn Marsden. In their conversation Bobby and Glenn touched upon male body dysmorphia, recognising the signs of someone’s deterioration, the indica…
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This week we welcome our second female guest to the podcast. The incredibly talented author and social impact entrepreneur, Miss Jess Sanders. In the conversation, you'll hear a waffly ramble chat about unlearning gender roles, eating disorders, reward systems and some light Brene Brown appreciation This episode was recorded via Zoom on June 21, 20…
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This week, Bobby meets journalist, columnist, TV screenwriter and author, Mr Benjamin Law. During their chat, they covered mental health coping mechanisms, casual racism, growth in lockdowns and sleep apnea. This episode was recorded via Zoom on June 21, 2021. CAUTION: This contains two men having open, honest, judgement-free chats about their feel…
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After a small intermission, we're back. This week, Bobby meets men’s coach, author and founder of The Everyday Legends Academy, Mr Mike Campbell. During their conversation, they spoke about how childhood trauma can have long lasting ramifications in our adult life, the importance of asking yourself challenging questions and, of course, ducks. This …
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In this week's episode, Bobby meets clinical psychotherapist, facilitator and coach Mr Mark Butler. During their chat, they waffled about, amongst other things, work-related depression and anxiety, childhood trauma and how business leaders must more vulnerable to get the best out of their workforce. This episode was recorded via Zoom on March 15, 2…
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This week, Bobby meets the enormously talented Andrew Davis. PT, mentor, athlete and all-around legend, Andrew's story is one you won't want to miss. During their ramble, they spoke about transactional relationships, stepping up and taking responsibility for your actions, male bulimia and how incorrect first impressions need to bugger off. This epi…
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In the latest weekly waffle, Bobby catches up with his pal and co-host of the Amory podcast, Mr Kyle Henry. During their chat, they spoke extensively about "unravelling", the beginner’s guide to polyamory, feelings on inadequacy and how this all ladders back up to having big ballsy conversations. This episode was recorded via Zoom on December 20, 2…
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In this week's adventure, Bobby meets World Cup Winning hooker Schalk Brits. During the ramble, they spoke about why it’s important to wear your vulnerability like a coat of armour, not cracking under the weight of your own talents or ego, plus difficult South African name pronunciations. This episode was recorded via Zoom on December 14, 2020 CAUT…
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In the latest episode, Bobby meets ex-AFL player and coach Mr Nick Walsh. During their chat, they talked about the pressure on men in the public eye, the trauma of losing a loved one during COVID in 2020 and how the landscape of masculinity is shifting... even if it is slowly. This episode was recorded via Zoom on November 12, 2020 CAUTION: This co…
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Like Deeper Love's Renegade Master, we're back once again. In the first episode of Season 2, Bobby meets the human swiss-army knife of talents, Mr Jye Smith. In their windy waffle, they spoke about hyper-masculinity, alcohol dependency and why watching your parents getting old is terrifying. This episode was recorded in-person on October 22, 2020 C…
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Campfire Conversations Season 2, coming to your preferred podcast platform on March 21, 2021. From sportsmen and coaches to creative directors and besties, Season 2 picks up where we left off in the year we'd rather forget. Epic chats, loads of vulnerability Campfire Conversations are for the men ready to give poor mental health a swift karate chop…
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In the last episode of Season 1, Bobby tackles his most daunting interview to date i.e. The ex-girlfriend, Francesca DiDino. Amongst other things, they spoke about the importance of owning your shit, ongoing communication in the face of adversity and how eating a LOT of pizza is not a substitute for asking for help. This episode was recorded in-per…
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In episode seven, Bobby meets ex-Socceroo Archie Thompson for lashing of tasty talking. During their dialogue, they talked about about how people in the public eye deal with the pressures of the spotlight, the important role vulnerability can have in the lives children and as if it needed saying, how awesome Bondi is. This episode was recorded remo…
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In episode six, Bobby meets international portrait photographer, Peter Brew-Bevan for a generous slice of waffle. During their talked about spiralling out of control in the times of COVID, the importance of gratitude journaling and, of course, the infiltration of Chinese technology in a Western Society. This episode was recorded remotely on Septemb…
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In episode five, Bobby catches up with Director of the 'Stronger For You Movement' Theodore Gibson over a tea and some carefully selected biscuits. During their chat, the two gentlemen discuss making time for self-care, going beyond 'RUOK' and looking at how anxiety and depression are so intrinsically linked. This episode was recorded remotely on S…
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Bobby meets Movember's 'Global Director of Mental Health & Suicide Prevention,' Brendan Maher. In their ramble-chat, the pair discuss career choices, advocating for authentic conversations and not to be put off by resistance when asking men to open up. This episode was recorded remotely on October 28th, 2020 CAUTION: Contains gentlemen having open,…
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On the highly anticipated third episode, Bobby meets Australian television and radio presenter Osher Günsberg for an open honest dialogue about ultimate frisbee, dealing with "K-Fuck Radio" and the importance of paddling into the fear. This episode was recorded remotely on October 22nd, 2020 CAUTION: Contains gentlemen having open, honest, judgemen…
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On the difficult second episode, Bobby meets principle facilitator at Tomorrow Man, Ryder Jack to discuss, amongst other things, basketball heroes of the 90s, the “fix it” mode men go into during adverse situations, crying and the importance of holding or taking space in conversations. This episode was recorded remotely on October 7th, 2020 CAUTION…
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On the maiden Campfire adventure, Bobby talks with ex-Australia Rugby 7's player Willie Bishop about the emotional journey he has been on, the importance of vulnerability and the impact poor mental health and giant egos can have on yourself and those around you. This episode was recorded remotely on September 9th, 2020 CAUTION: Contains gentlemen h…
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