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In Episode 6, I am so excited to be talking to Laura Gilbert, a mentor of mine, and the NCOE AmeriCorps VIP Program Manager. She is a leader that guides with compassion, empathy, and constant self-work; but in this episode Laura tells us about her life outside of AmeriCorps leadership. We discuss how growing up in Stockton, CA transformed her perspective on racial inequality, and how dropping out of college helped her find the right path. She tells us about about the friendships made and challenges face while completing two years of AmeriCorps NCCC, and sums it all up with how much being a mother has changed her life. In between, we talk introverts, empaths, travel, seekers, leadership, allies, silencing, compassion, independence, relationships, trauma and much more.  Come join us by the fire! I'm Grayson Black, and this, is Campfire Bandy. Thanks for listening, and thanks to Laura for coming on!   Like, Share, & Subscribe!  Become a Patron for Early Access and Monthly AMAs: https://www.patreon.com/campfirebandy    Campfire Bandy is a podcast that aims to entertain and uplift through the passion and experiences of real people. Everyone has a story to tell, and every story is meaningful. Join me, Grayson Black, as we highlight real stories, by real people.   → Website: www.campfirebandy.com   Follow Campfire Bandy at: → Instagram: @campfirebandy → Twitter: @campfirebandy   Intro Track → Earthworm Jim - New Junk City → Tommy Tallarico: tallarico.com    Profile & Banner Photo → Commissioned Digital Art → Instagram: @winterscldier76   Beach Firepit Motion Graphic → Stock footage provided by Videvo, downloaded from www.videvo.net 

In Episode 5, we get to know Cole Duncan, a good friend of mine who embodies the very essence of Chattanooga, Tennessee. Cole riffs on his hobbies and passions before we ease into a vulnerable discussion about divorce, alcohol, and suicide. We talk podcasting, Dungeons & Dragons, Formula 1, Fashion, alcohol, the industry, the loss of a love, the loss of a brother, and much more.    Come join us by the fire! I'm Grayson Black, and this, is Campfire Bandy.   Like, Share, & Subscribe! Please send us even more feedback to: [email protected]   Thanks for listening, and thanks to Cole for coming on!   Campfire Bandy is a podcast that aims to entertain and uplift through the passion and experiences of real people. Everyone has a story to tell, and every story is meaningful. Join me, Grayson Black, as we highlight real stories, by real people.   → Website: www.campfirebandy.com   Follow Campfire Bandy at: → Instagram: @campfirebandy → Twitter: @campfirebandy → Look us up on YouTube Intro Track → Earthworm Jim - New Junk City → Tommy Tallarico: tallarico.com  Profile Flame Image → Photo by Gavin Mill from FreeImages

Don't miss these updates! Campfire Bandy will be released on Wednesday mornings, beginning with Episode 5 on April 14th. Campfire Bandy is getting a new look! One that better reflects the mood of the podcast, and hopefully presents a more professional image. Campfire Bandy is now on social media! Keep up with episodes by searching @campfirebandy on Instagram and Twitter, or go to campfirebandy.com for updates. We are inviting you or someone you know to the Pod! Go to campfirebandy.com and click on the page titled Come on the Pod, to tell us what makes you stand out. I look forward to spotlighting your incredible story.   Come join us by the fire! I'm Grayson Black, and this, is a campfire bandy.   Like, Share, & Subscribe! Please send us even more feedback to: [email protected]   Thanks for listening.   Campfire Bandy is a podcast that aims to entertain and uplift through the passion and experiences of real people. Everyone has a story to tell, and every story is meaningful to someone. Join me, Grayson Black, by the campfire as we highlight real stories, by real people.   Thanks for listening!   → Website: www.campfirebandy.com   Follow Grayson at: → YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzM32nZL7BO0dcEoQrmHAvw  → Instagram: @campfirebandy → Twitter: @campfirebandy   Intro Track → Eyes in the Puddle → Mixkit Stock Music Free License - mixkit.co    Profile Flame Image → Photo by Gavin Mill from FreeImages

In Episode 4, we relax with Brianna Millsaps for a very different conversation. We discuss her long-time desire to leave east Tennessee, and follow her journey to the present; where she is participating in an AmeriCorps NCCC program (2021). We talk adventure, road-tripping, the details of the NCCC program, and much more. Come join us by the fire! I'm Grayson Black, and this, is a campfire bandy.    Like, Share, & Subscribe! Please send us even more feedback to: [email protected]   Thanks for listening, and thanks to Brianna for coming on!   Campfire Bandy is a podcast that aims to entertain and uplift through the passion and experiences of real people. Everyone has a story to tell, and every story is meaningful to someone. Join me, Grayson Black, by the campfire as we highlight real stories, by real people.   → Website: www.campfirebandy.com   Follow Campfire Bandy at: → YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzM32nZL7BO0dcEoQrmHAvw  → Instagram: @campfirebandy → Twitter: @campfirebandy   Intro Track → Earthworm Jim - New Junk City → Tommy Tallarico: tallarico.com    Profile Flame Image → Photo by Gavin Mill from FreeImages   Beach Firepit Motion Graphic → Stock footage provided by Videvo, downloaded from www.videvo.net 

In Episode 3, we sit down with one of my favorite individuals, David Johnson, for a happy-go-lucky conversation about learning to be exactly who you are. We discuss the "gay, Christian, and southern" triangle that David uses to define his own intersecting characteristics, and highlight how he is so much bigger than any three aspects. We talk nerdom, Lady Gaga, drag shows, kmart, finding your identity, coming out, family struggles, sexualization, gay rights, and much more.  Come join us by the fire! I'm Grayson Black, and this, is a Campfire Bandy.   Like, Share, & Subscribe! Please send us even more feedback to: [email protected] Thanks for listening, and thanks to David for coming on!   Campfire Bandy is a podcast that aims to entertain and uplift through the passion and experiences of real people. Everyone has a story to tell, and every story is meaningful to someone. Join me, Grayson Black, by the campfire as we highlight real stories, by real people.   → Website: www.campfirebandy.com   Follow Grayson at: → Instagram: @graygoeswest → Twitter: @blackofallgrays   Intro Track → Earthworm Jim - New Junk City → Tommy Tallarico: tallarico.com    Profile Flame Image → Photo by Gavin Mill from FreeImages   Video Flame Effect → www.sound-fire.com

In Episode 2: Part 1, we sit down with my close friend (and former partner) Brianna Millsaps for a solemn conversation about growing up and growing beyond. We discuss the challenges that Brianna faced as a child, how those effected her as an adult, and how it taught her to accept help. We talk Childhood Trauma, Domestic Violence, Struggles with Parents, the Marines, Relationships, Codependence, Counseling, and much more. Take a seat by the fire and warm up to these stories. Come join us by the fire! I'm Grayson Black, and this, is a campfire bandy.   Like, Share, & Subscribe! Please send us even more feedback to: [email protected] Thanks for listening, and thanks to Brianna for coming on!   Campfire Bandy is a podcast that aims to entertain and uplift through the passion and experiences of real people. Everyone has a story to tell, and every story is meaningful to someone. Join me, Grayson Black, by the campfire as we highlight real stories, by real people.   → Website: www.campfirebandy.com   Follow Grayson at: → Instagram: @graygoeswest → Twitter: @blackofallgrays   Intro Track → Earthworm Jim - New Junk City → Tommy Tallarico: tallarico.com    Profile Flame Image → Photo by Gavin Mill from FreeImages   Video Flame Effect → www.sound-fire.com

On this very first episode, we sit down with my brother Nathan Cook to discuss all the bustle of his present life. We walk through the experiences that made Nathan into who he is today, and where he hopes to go next. We talk ADHD, Divorce, Dungeons and Dragons, Meditation, Religion, Marriage and much more. So take a seat by the fire and warm up to these stories. I'm Grayson Black, and this, is a Campfire Bandy.