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Campfire Hour

111 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★ - 12 ratings

30ish hot minutes of life and leadership lessons from entrepreneurs. Sharing their own experiences and growth and interviewing bold business owners, this is Campfire Hour. Raw, real and entertaining, where the roasts are as hot as your mom!

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End of an Era with Kelli & Matt

November 05, 2021 14:00 - 7 minutes - 4.87 MB

This is it.  The last episode of Campfire Hour. The end of an era.  We are incredibly thankful to all our guests, listeners and our sponsors over the last three years.  Jeramie Meadows and Alaskan Seafood Guys, we thank you more than you can say.  We'll be back. It'll be different. It'll be better. But for now, we're signing off. 

Blooprinted with Mike C-Roc

October 29, 2021 14:00 - 25 minutes - 17.6 MB

Tech Founder, Speaker, Author, Podcaster and more!  He's sharing the juicy details of his tech start up, Blooprinted and a peek inside his new book, Rocket Fuel.  We also come up with a new nickname for Matt! Don't miss this inspiring episode.  Sponsored by Alaskan Seafood Guys, get $25 off any order nationwide with code CAMPFIREHOUR here: https://bit.ly/3r7xmhZ

The Ullmanac with Ian Ullman

October 22, 2021 13:00 - 38 minutes - 26.8 MB

Ian Ullman joins us in the studio this week to talk about, well, everything.  Discussing juggling parenting, going from working two jobs to navigating an industry boom during covid, he's got great insight into all areas of life as a husband, father and mortgage lender.  He's even got his own podcast show, The Ullmanac, to launch!  This episode is sponsored by Jeramie Meadows at Northwestern Mutual. Click the link to schedule a free consultation with him to discuss your financial future an...

To Infinity with Levi & Cozi Wanner

October 15, 2021 13:00 - 24 minutes - 16.7 MB

Brother/Sister Real Estate Moguls Levi and Cozi Wanner join us in the studio for this hilarious episode.  They're buying, selling and building homes in Billings and we talk about how easy building a custom home actually is. If you've been thinking about buying, selling, or building, this episode is for you!  This episode is sponsored by Alaskan Seafood Guys, get $25 off any order when you use code CAMPFIREHOUR here: https://bit.ly/3r7xmhZ

Elephation with Chrissy Pratt

October 08, 2021 14:00 - 18 minutes - 12.8 MB

Marine mammal trainer turned elephant expert, Chrissy Pratt joins us this week to share about her profession training elephants all over the world!  Chrissy has been an animal trainer and behaviorist for 20 years and she founded Elephation, using positive reinforcement to train elephants so they can receive medical care effectively and safely for everyone involved.  She's also a headliner at the upcoming TEDxBillings event in March, 2022. She's joining us all the way from Nepal in this fas...

Montana Talks with Aaron Flint

October 01, 2021 12:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MB

Talk Radio host Aaron Flint joins us in the studio!  He hosts Montana Talks Radio, covering the whole state and engaging with the fans and listeners. He loves getting feedback and calls from his listeners. Hear it first hand in this episode and tune into his show at https://montanatalks.com/ This episode is sponsored by Jeramie Meadows. He loves to talk about finances so make sure you reach out to him and set up a time to get yours in order! https://bit.ly/3uE0I9T

Find Your Light with Libby Kahnke

September 24, 2021 13:00 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MB

Libby Kahnke, Intuitive Counselor is joining us this morning to break the stereotypes about psychics  What we perceive as something super natural or "psychic" is actually science. Libby explains why and how she uses her gifts to grow her own businesses and her client's.  This episode is sponsored by Jeramie Meadows. While he can't see the future, he can help you prepare for it. Click the link to schedule your call with him! https://bit.ly/3uE0I9T

Making Memories with Niko & Kayla Cordero

September 17, 2021 12:00 - 48 minutes - 33.6 MB

Photographers and DJ Niko and Kayla Cordero are joining us in the studio!  Niko shares how he and his family got here from Ecuador, how he and Kayla met and the path to owning his own business here in Montana.   He and Kayla are a husband and wife team offering wedding photography and dj services. They also have their own podcast, Wed Talk MT, that highlights other industry services and experts and offers tips and advice for planning your own wedding. Kayla also specializes in boudoir phot...

Mask Up with Clementine Lindley

September 10, 2021 16:00 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MB

This week Clementine Lindley joins us in the studio to talk about why she and the group she organized support the local mandate in schools.  Sign the petition to show your support for Superintendent Upham and School District 2: https://www.change.org/p/support-the-mask-mandate-and-follow-science?utm_content=cl_sharecopy_30483294_en-US%3A3&recruiter=175260019&recruited_by_id=f7561f30-63be-11e4-b226-c5267bbb2c1c&utm_source=share_petition&utm_medium=copylink&utm_campaign=psf_combo_share_initia...

Make Masks Optional with Luke Hudson

September 03, 2021 14:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MB

Luke Hudson, organizer of the group Make Masks Optional in Billings Schools joins us in the studio!  The School District 2 Mask Mandate has our city divided so we had Luke join us to share how he and others are leading the fight to keep masks optional in our schools.  Click the link to sign the petition to keep masks optional for the kids: https://www.change.org/p/governor-greg-gianforte-enforce-optional-masking-for-montana-public-schools?fbclid=IwAR31oLiJiWUqy9UT5GE_VEAEEEfW1-kJ82v-HSFUpq...

The Prospector with Andrew Weber

August 27, 2021 13:00 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MB

This week on Campfire Hour, Matt's brother Andrew is joining us to talk all about the world of crypto currency mining.  Don't have a clue what that is? We don't either. If you're thinking about learning more and getting into the business of mining bitcoins, give this episode a listen! Andrew also shares the pitfalls and shady side of the business and what to avoid when getting started.  This episode is sponsored by Jeramie Meadows with Northwestern Mutual. Schedule your free consultation w...

If you build it... with Nick Pancheau

August 20, 2021 14:00 - 55 minutes - 38 MB

Architect Nick Pancheau joins us on the show this week to talk all things buildings! A beautiful blend of art, math and science, architecture is so much more than pretty buildings. Learn about all the moving parts that go into each project from the Principal in Charge himself in this episode!  

Light Painting with Daniel Kessel

August 13, 2021 14:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MB

What is light painting?  Photographer Daniel Kessel joins us on the show to share all about his craft... painting with light in a photograph.  As impressive as it sounds, his work is even more impressive to see. 

The Massage Company with Theresa Vondra

August 06, 2021 14:00 - 48 minutes - 33.1 MB

Massage Therapist Theresa Vondra joins us in the studio this week!  She founded The Massage Company and shares how she grew her business to two locations over the last year despite getting shut down during quarantine.  Theresa also provides us insight to the new city ordinance that was passed in an effort to fight human trafficking and how it affected her and other massage professionals businesses.  If you're in the Billings area, we highly recommend you schedule a massage with her compan...

Respect the Cones with Todd McKeever

July 30, 2021 12:00 - 37 minutes - 25.4 MB

Todd knows road construction. He also knows how much he messes up everyone's commute and sometimes their livelihoods. So we got him on the show to hear from his side how much coordination, education, press releases and logistics go into his job.  Next time you see some cones, think twice before calling him to cuss him out! 

On Tour with Isiac Hammer

July 23, 2021 13:00 - 44 minutes - 30.9 MB

In this week's episode of Campfire Hour,  we're going on tour with Isiac Hammer!  He toured with Tech N9ne and shares the inside scoop to life on the road chasing concerts. Now he's back in Billings kicking off a successful career and is the Sponsorship Director of TEDxBillings. We also learn about Matt's secret vacation swimsuit and a special offer from Alaskan Seafood Guys.  Get $25 off any order when you use code CAMPFIREHOUR at alaskanseafoodguys.com

Southern Tab with Michael Peters

July 16, 2021 14:00 - 46 minutes - 32 MB

Michael Peters, the Founder of Southern Tab Cigars joins us in the studio and he brought along his delicious American Grown cigars!  Michael is from Georgia and shares some history on the tobacco industry and how he got into the game.  His journey is fascinating as is all the knowledge he's sharing about his craft. If you like things like good whiskey and good cigars, this episode is for you!  Sponsored by Jeramie Meadows with Northwestern Mutual, reach out to our financial advisor so you ...

Granite Peak Analytics with Trevor Daer

July 09, 2021 13:00 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MB

Trevor Daer, the Founder of Granite Peak Analytics joins us in the studio!  A fellow bourbon lover, he's also bridging the gap between big pharma, small rural pharmacies and employers.  We talk about everything from good bourbon to parenting to Trevor's background and how he started his company.  This episode is sponsored by Alaskan Seafood Guys, get 50% off your first subscription with code CAMPFIREHOUR here:  https://app.bitly.com/Bj7qmz3csRA/bitlinks/3r7xmhZ

Authentic Conversations with Ryan Miller

July 02, 2021 12:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MB

Ryan Miller, the host of the Authentic Conversations Podcast, joins us in this episode!  Ryan is as authentic as it gets. Living through a horrific tragedy really brought things into perspective for him and now he is fearlessly and boldly speaking up for what he believes in and stands for.  Hear more in this inspiring episode!  This episode is sponsored by Jeramie Meadows, our Financial Advisor with Northwestern Mutual. 

First Name in Podcasts with Matt & Kelli

June 25, 2021 12:00 - 8 minutes - 5.64 MB

The show is going through some changes and with it comes a new co-host!  You might remember Matt Weber, CEO of Alpha Overhead Door; he was on the show earlier this season. He's joining Kelli as the new co-host of Campfire Hour!  Catch up with them and all the changes in this episode.  This episode is sponsored by Wild Alaskan Seafood Box! Take 50% off your first subscription when you use code CAMPFIREHOUR here: https://bit.ly/3r7xmhZ

Metals & Metallics with Johnny Angel & Rick Baker

June 17, 2021 22:00 - 39 minutes - 27.1 MB

Today on Campfire Hour, we’re sitting down with the Epoxy King Johnny Angel and Metal Artist Rick Baker!  These two need their own show but in the meantime you get to hear them together in this entertaining and informative episode.  Both are Masters of their craft and they’ve teamed up to offer custom and unique products and have a blast doing it.  This episode is sponsored by Jeramie Meadows, who can help you get more of those precious metals into your portfolio, or help it grow. Schedul...

Zabuni Coffee with Laban Njuguna

June 10, 2021 22:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MB

We have the pleasure of sitting down with Zabuni Coffee CEO Laban Njuguna to learn all about the incredible work he is doing to connect producers to roasters and make sure they get a fair wage.  Zabuni Coffee is headquartered in Nebraska, but with ties to African countries, they are creating relationships and distribution lines that improve the lives and pay of the farmers.  Learn more in the episode about how you can get involved and support fair trade and fair wages for producers.  This...

Doodlen Dan with Dan Granger

June 03, 2021 23:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MB

Dan joins us in the studio this morning to talk all things art. He’s a watercolor artist, doodler and teacher.  He's inspired and inspiring the rest of us in this episode!  This episode is sponsored by Wild Alaskan Seafood Box and you can get 50% off your first subscription with code CAMPFIREHOUR here: https://bit.ly/3r7xmhZ 🦀 

This Song is Hotter Than Your Mom with Jess Allestad

May 28, 2021 14:00 - 19 minutes - 13.4 MB

This morning on Campfire Hour, Jess Allestad Music joins us in the studio!  She plays some original songs and shares her story and her journey to becoming a singer and songwriter.  Hear this incredibly talented guest and enjoy this private concert.  The secret to her singing? All those omega threes she’s getting from her Wild Alaskan Seafood! Get 50% off your own subscription box with code CAMPFIREHOUR https://bit.ly/3r7xmhZ

Baghdad to Billings with Mehmet Casey

May 21, 2021 13:00 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MB

Development Director of the Downtown Billings Association, Mehmet Casey, is in the studio this week!  We’re talking all things downtown Billings and the HUGE role they play in cleaning up our downtown streets.  Mehmet, or Mo as the community calls him, is from Iraq. He came here to teach Arabic at Rocky Mountain College and Billings is now his home! He shares his background and journey to the US with us in this insightful episode.  This week’s episode is sponsored by Jeramie Meadows who a...

Baghdad to Billings

May 21, 2021 13:00 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MB

Development Director of the Downtown Billings Association, Mehmet Casey, is in the studio this week!  We’re talking all things downtown Billings and the HUGE role they play in cleaning up our downtown streets.  Mehmet, or Mo as the community calls him, is from Iraq. He came here to teach Arabic at Rocky Mountain College and Billings is now his home! He shares his background and journey to the US with us in this insightful episode.  This week’s episode is sponsored by Jeramie Meadows who a...

Kava Roots with Shane & Koby

May 14, 2021 02:00 - 25 minutes - 17.2 MB

What do two MMA fighters; an ex-addict and an islander, have in common?  They’re both founders of Billings first kava bar.  What is Kava? It’s a root from the pacific islands full of health benefits that will have you feeling relaxed, calm, and happy.  Learn more in this episode of Campfire Hour with founders Shane Fichter and Koby Jeffers.  Fun Fact! Did you know that our sponsor used to sponsor Shane when he was a fighter? Look, we even found proof! Eat wild, train wild. Get 50% off y...

Moonlighting as a Mountaineer

May 07, 2021 03:00 - 21 minutes - 14.9 MB

This week on Campfire Hour, Scott Sery joins us in the studio for some tall tales.  As tall as the highest peak in Montana actually.  Moonlighting as a mountaineer, Scott shares how his entrepreneur lifestyle as a writer enables him to spend his summers scaling mountains.  If that wasn’t cool enough for you, he also used to work for Northwestern Mutual and his old office is OUR SPONSOR JERAMIE MEADOWS’ OFFICE This week’s episode is obviously sponsored by J Meadows and you can get an excl...

Moonlighting as a Mountaineer with Scott Sery

May 07, 2021 03:00 - 21 minutes - 14.9 MB

This week on Campfire Hour, Scott Sery joins us in the studio for some tall tales.  As tall as the highest peak in Montana actually.  Moonlighting as a mountaineer, Scott shares how his entrepreneur lifestyle as a writer enables him to spend his summers scaling mountains.  If that wasn’t cool enough for you, he also used to work for Northwestern Mutual and his old office is OUR SPONSOR JERAMIE MEADOWS’ OFFICE This week’s episode is obviously sponsored by J Meadows and you can get an excl...

The Teacher & The Preacher with Alpha Overhead Door

April 29, 2021 20:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MB

If it’s up for more than four hours, you need to give them a call. Your garage door, that is.  Good leadership and good systems are good business. Matt Weber & Jonathan Mauger share their knowledge of both and how they’re building their team and scaling like they never have before. They know a lot about garage doors, but even more about people.  Enjoy this episode and then take advantage of this offer from our sponsor Wild Alaskan Seafood Box and get 50% off your first subscription with co...

The Teacher & The Preacher

April 29, 2021 20:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MB

If it’s up for more than four hours, you need to give them a call. Your garage door, that is.  Good leadership and good systems are good business. Matt Weber & Jonathan Mauger share their knowledge of both and how they’re building their team and scaling like they never have before. They know a lot about garage doors, but even more about people.  Enjoy this episode and then take advantage of this offer from our sponsor Wild Alaskan Seafood Box and get 50% off your first subscription with co...

Rugged Luxury with Red Oxx

April 23, 2021 12:00 - 40 minutes - 27.9 MB

CEO of Red Oxx Manufacturing Jim Markel and Corporate Sales Manager Christian Hafer join us in the studio for this episode!  If you’re in the Billings area, you probably already know that Red Oxx is a staple in our downtown neighborhood.  If you aren’t in Billings, you might know them as a one of the highest quality travel bag manufacturers in the entire world.  With hundreds of thousands of customers world wide, they specialize in creating the world’s finest nylon luggage and sporting ge...

Be Avanti with Chris Varkpeh

April 16, 2021 12:00 - 19 minutes - 13.4 MB

Move over Shaun T, this week on Campfire Hour, Avanti Founder Chris Varkpeh is joining us to talk all things fitness.  Avanti is his lifestyle brand offering everything from customized fitness and nutrition plans to apparel and supplements. He crushed it during covid by building an entire online database to bring his programming directly into his clients homes on his online workout platform https://www.beavanti.com/fitness.  SPOILER ALERT: Chris told us he is a pescatarian which works out ...

Honesty is the Best Policy with Mitch Asbeck

April 09, 2021 12:00 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MB

This week Mitch Asbeck, the Honest Coffee Guy, joins the crew in the studio!  Mitch is a marine turned coffee expert. He fixes and sells all the equipment, at a fair price, and offers consulting and barista training. He shares how his training as a Marine still serves him today in business with a solid foundation of honesty and integrity. Semper Fi!  

Mapped Out with Andy Rahn

April 02, 2021 12:00 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MB

Montana's most eligible bachelor joins us on the show!  Andy Rahn is the Founder of Montana Land Source- the only place you can find all of Montana's large listings and sold properties mapped out. He's also co host of the podcast show Ranch Investor, the number one source for anyone interested in buying and running their own operation.  Hear Kelli's shameless plug about our sponsor, Wild Alaskan Seafood Box, backfire. Apparently Andy also has past seafood trauma.  Hear it all and more in ...

Rolling a Big Fatty with Big Fat Lunchbox

March 26, 2021 01:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MB

The Big Fat Lunchbox Crew is joining us in the studio!  Not only do they serve up the best breakfast burritos in the region, they're also now serving whiskey coffee in their Columbus location!  We talk about how they grew so big, so fast (the secret is putting out great content) and their plans for future growth. 

We Caught Crabs with Jon Wanderaas

March 19, 2021 04:00 - 21 minutes - 15 MB

You might remember our favorite seafood guy from last season, Jon Wanderaas, founder of Billings Seafood Guys and Wild Alaskan Seafood Box.  He 's back, this time with a sponsorship! We're talking all things Alaskan Seafood and fishing and why he wants to pay us to talk. 

Getting Paid to Talk with Jeramie Meadows

March 11, 2021 16:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MB

J MF, the MF stands for Money Finance, Meadows is back for another season of sponsorship!  Catch up with him on this episode of Campfire Hour 

We Made it to Third Base!

March 05, 2021 13:00 - 12 minutes - 8.29 MB

Kyle and Kelli are back for a third season! Catch up with the crew on what went down in the off season, what's coming up this year and how whiskey coffee sales are going.  We've got exciting news about our Season Three sponsors and more in this first episode of our third year! 

Make it a Double with the Campfire Crew

November 06, 2020 13:00 - 13 minutes - 9.24 MB

It's the last episode of Season Two and our Sponsor Jeramie Meadows is joining us for a double!  We're summarizing the season, talking about our future plans and of course making some jokes. Thank you for listening, we'll catch you after the new year in Season Three! 

Chasing Black Unicorns with Marek Zmysłowski

October 30, 2020 03:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MB

Polish Author, TEDx Speaker, Tech Mogul, Entrepreneur, Investor and Philanthropist Marek Zmysłowski joins us for this episode.  He shares his story of how he ended up on Interpol's most wanted list, his journey as a tech start up entrepreneur and some great business and life advice. 

Getting Real with Roman Roberts

October 23, 2020 02:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MB

Roman Roberts, host of Real Talk with Roman joins us for this episode.  Roman has been helping us develop our whiskey coffee meat rub all the way down in Texas. He shares a little bit about his background growing up in foster care, becoming an Army Interrogator and why he started his podcast. 

Caught in the Wild with Jon Wanderaas

October 16, 2020 12:00 - 38 minutes - 26.3 MB

Jon, Founder of Billings Seafood Guys and Wild Alaskan Seafood Box, joins us in the studio for this wild episode.  He shares about growing up in St. Petersburg Alaska as a commercial fisherman, working everywhere from on the boats to the processing plants.  Landing in Billings, MT, Jon started Billings Seafood Guys, the local's direct connection to high quality, wild caught Alaskan seafood. Now expanding to his own warehouse, state wide delivery and the launch of his national brand Wild Al...

Ducks Unlimited with Anthony Jones

October 09, 2020 11:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MB

We've got the Digital Marketing Director of Ducks Unlimited, Anthony Jones, joining us for this episode just in time for hunting season.  He's been at the organization for 18 years and shares their mission with us. We talk about digital and social media marketing, his football and a few hilarious stories he's shared on LinkedIn. He also wins the award for "most southern accent we've ever had on the show." 

Pura Vida with Sarah Kennedy

October 02, 2020 11:00 - 19 minutes - 13.7 MB

Sarah Kennedy joins us in the studio and shares her journey of living in Costa Rica, which inspired her brand new fitness studio. Back in Billings, MT Sarah is prepping for the launch of Pura Vida studios... drawing inspiration from island life and taking the leap into entrepreneurship, listen to this inspiring story. 

Mothers of Marketing with Sandra Gebhardt

September 25, 2020 11:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MB

Fellow podcaster Sandra Gebhardt joins us in the studio this week to talk all things marketing!  Team roping announcer turned insurance expert turned stay at home mom, Sandra is an inspiring entrepreneur who is the definition of pivot. After navigating a tragic life change, she had to close her insurance agency and take her business online. She is now host of her podcast called Binding Authority and runs a digital marketing agency and facebook group called Mothers of Marketing, all with her...

Getting Gritty with Thomas & Jonna Cox

September 18, 2020 11:00 - 34 minutes - 23.8 MB

This week we're getting gritty with Grit Montana coaches Thomas and Jonna!  Certified Spartan OCR outfitters, Thomas and Jonna have come a long way since they were last in the studio. They've started their own business, received their certifications and since have been coaching and leading people to their first obstacle course races.  Hear how in just a year they've built an incredible brand and community and the things they did to overcome all of the races being cancelled this year. 

Elevated with Connor Lorenz

September 11, 2020 11:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MB

Entrepreneur Connor Lorenz joins the crew in this inspiring episode!  He's built several businesses, including a dispensary, and has a ton of great advice to share about confidence, business and collaboration. And you won't believe his age. 

Always Hungry with Jayde & Celine

September 04, 2020 12:00 - 25 minutes - 17.9 MB

Jayde and Celine join us in the studio to talk about their life as instagram influencers.  They are always hungry and on their page, alwayshungrymontana, they travel the state and share their adventures and especially their food.  Hear the story of how they met, how the page got started and their plans to monetize in the near future! 

Sip and Podcast with Chareese Jorgensen

August 28, 2020 11:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MB

Sip and Paint Studio owner Chareese joins us in our studio for this episode!  The entertainment industry has been hit hard by Covid and Chareese shares what she had to do to stay in business, completely overhaul her business model and the creative ways they came up with to continue to operate despite being shut down.  This is an inspiring story with an incredible artist.