Mark welcomes Temptation Island Season 5 cast member Kaitlin Tufts to the show this week. Mark opens the show asking Kaitlin about the expansion of her fitness company JaneDo in Charleston. Mark then asks Kaitlin about her time on Temptation Island and what her thoughts and feelings were at the time. This leads Kaitlin to reflect on her time doing the show and the positive things she got out of the experience. Kaitlin also talks about all the positive feedback she received after the show aired. Before they wrap, Mark and Kaitlin discuss being genuine on the show and how important it can be to do things that scare you. For more on Kaitlin: Instagram: @KaitlinTufts JaneDo Website: https://www.janedo.com/charleston Watch full episodes of BonfireTalks on Youtube: mailto:Youtube.com/@BonfireTalksPodcast And follow the show on all social media channels @BonfireTalksPodcast

Mark welcomes writer, comedian, and podcaster Stefanie Wilder-Taylor to the show this week. Mark opens the show by talking about how relatable many of the stories are in her new book Drunkish. They then remember working together on a game show many years ago, and met up again recently when Mark guested on her podcast For Crying Out Loud. Stefanie explains her former relationship with alcohol, justifying her drinking at the time, and grappling with whether or not she had a problem. Before they wrap, Mark asks her about the event that caused her to stop drinking, and Stefanie discusses not realizing what alcohol was really costing her. Stefanie's new book Drunk-ish is available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Drunk-ish-Memoir-Loving-Leaving-Alcohol-ebook/dp/B0C7RNXRHZ Stefanie's podcast For Crying Out Loud is available wherever you listen to podcasts Watch full episodes of BonfireTalks on Youtube: Youtube.com/@BonfireTalksPodcast And follow the show on all social media channels @BonfireTalksPodcast

Actor, comedian, and television host Mark DeCarlo returns to the show this week to have a discussion about the younger generation. Mark opens the show by talking about some unfamiliar feelings he’s been having when he records episodes of the show. This leads to a longer discussion about self-doubt and how to handle it. After that, the guys get into a debate about Gen Z and the younger generations in regards to talent and attention seeking behavior. They wrap up the show by continuing their discussion on younger vs older generations, being fake vs requiring realness, narcissism, and clout chasing. Follow the show on all social media channels @BonfireTalksPodcast And subscribe to our Youtube channel to watch full episodes: Youtube.com/@BonfireTalksPodcast

Temptation Island Talent Wranglers Murphy Holmes and Taja Barber join Mark this week to give some behind-the-scenes details about working on the show. Mark asks them about first starting on the show, what production was like during the pandemic, and how they got into the industry. After that, Mark asks about their department and how it differs from others that he’s seen on different productions. Before they wrap, Murphy and Taja explain the importance of bonding with the cast and making them feel comfortable, as well as protecting the vibe between different production departments. For more on Murphy Holmes & Taja Barber, check them out on Instagram: @i_am_ymtk & @tajabarber Follow the show on all social media channels @BonfireTalksPodcast And watch full episodes on our Youtube channel: Youtube.com/@BonfireTalksPodcast

Jess Ambrose, host of Your Mom & Dad Podcast, joins Mark in-studio for this week’s show. Mark opens by sharing some of his nervousness surrounding the new podcast, and this leads to a conversation about the importance of being honest and raw when podcasting. Jess and Mark then engage in a conversation about the abyss of uncertainty and unconsciously treating your significant other as an extension of yourself. After that, Jess shares some of her goals for the new year, which includes disappointing people more often. Before they wrap, Mark asks about Jess’s daughter and they explore some common mistakes that come with parenting. Jess’ podcast Your Mom & Dad Podcast is available wherever you listen to podcasts Find her on Instagram @TheBadMom & @YourMomAndDadPod Watch full episodes of BonfireTalks on Youtube: https://mailto/@BonfireTalksPodcast Follow the show on all social media channels @BonfireTalksPodcast And email your questions to us so Mark can answer them on the show: BonfireTalksPodcast@Gmail.com

Mark welcomes 3-time Emmy nominated actor, author, and activist Dondre Whitfield to the show. Mark and Dondre open the show by exploring some of the divisions in our cultures today and the need to come together and view ourselves as all playing for one team. The guys then get into a discussion about how difficult but important it is for us to accept some of the hard truths about ourselves. After that, Dondre gives some of his unique insights into dating, marriage, and what it takes to sustain long-lasting relationships. Before they wrap, Mark and Dondre talk about what it means to be successful in life, and how our perceptions of our own successes can be misleading. Dondrer’s book Male vs Man: How to Honor Women, Teach Children, and Elevate Men to Change the World is available on Amazon Follow Dondre on Instagram @alldondre Follow the show on all social media channels @BonfireTalksPodcast And watch full episodes on Youtube @BonfireTalksPodcast

Mark welcomes his friend and the Executive Producer of Temptation Island Trifari Williams to the show, along with her husband who’s also a television producer, Hashim Williams. Trifari talks about becoming the EP of Temptation Island and the instant chemistry between her and Mark. She then explains her personal approach to producing a major reality TV show and how she handles working with her team. Mark and Trifari share what it’s like working with the show’s contestants, and the importance of being completely open and honest with them. Before they wrap, Mark asks Trifari and Hashim about their marriage of 13 years, and they explore what it takes to maintain a successful relationship. Watch full episodes of the show on Youtube: @BonfireTalksPodcast And follow the show on all social media channels: @BonfireTalksPodcast

Mark welcomes Sneakerheads’ Executive Producer and Uncle Drew writer Jay Longino to the show this week. Mark and Jay chat for a bit about meeting at and playing ball together at the Hollywood YMCA. Jay then tells the story of convincing Mark to come on for an unforgettable cameo on Netflix’s Sneakerheads. This leads to a discussion about how important it can be in life to do the things that scare you. Mark continues to recap his frightening experience filming the show with Jay, which included: Underestimating the scope of the production, not learning his lines well enough, trying to impersonate Mark Wahlberg, and having to trash talk NBA legend Paul Pierce to his face. Watch full episodes on Youtube: @BonfireTalksPodcast Follow the show on all social media channels: @BonfireTalksPodcast And send us your questions so we can address them on future episodes: BonfireTalksPodcast@gmail.com

Mark welcomes his good friend Mark DeCarlo to BonfireTalks for the shows opening episode. DeCarlo is an actor, television host, comedian, and internet personality. Mark and Mark open the show by talking about first meeting each other, and DeCarlo’s improv training at Second City in Chicago. This leads to a conversation about improv vs standup and the tumultuous nature of being in show business. The guys also get into some of the epic pranks they’ve pulled on each other over the years, and discuss Walberg’s empath/co-dependent nature. Before wrapping up the show, they examine what it takes to develop creativity and then tell an infamous Aunt Cookie story. Watch full episodes on Youtube: @BonfireTalksPodcast Follow the show on all social media channels: @BonfireTalksPodcast And send us your questions so we can address them on future episodes: BonfireTalksPodcast@gmail.com

Welcome to Bonfire Talks with Mark L. Walberg! Mark is finally lighting up the fire and getting ready to talk about it all with his friends, family, celebrities, reality stars, and you the listeners. Join Mark every week as he takes deep dives into how we can all collectively laugh more and worry less, all while bringing his own life experiences and insights into every conversation. Watch full episodes on Youtube: @BonfireTalksPodcast Follow the show on all social media channels: @BonfireTalksPodcast And send us your questions so we can address them on future episodes: BonfireTalksPodcast@gmail.com