Episodes

  • Navigating Relationships, Personal Challenges, and Holiday Peace

    Navigating Relationships, Personal Challenges, and Holiday Peace
    Dec 18 2025
    In this week’s episode of Bonfire Talks with Mark L. Walberg, mark dives into a multitude of personal experiences and reflections that emphasize unity and understanding amidst societal divisions, especially during the holidays. He also touches on his reluctance to become a professional relationship coach, despite recent requests, and stresses the importance of prioritizing love and peace over being right in arguments. Stay tuned for Mark's insightful advice on improving communication and fostering genuine connections within relationships.

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    42 mins
  • Letting Go: Quitting Unasked Jobs for a Happier Life

    Letting Go: Quitting Unasked Jobs for a Happier Life
    Dec 3 2025
    In this week’s episode of Bonfire Talks with Mark L. Walberg, Mark dives into various personal stories, humorous anecdotes, and insightful reflections. Mark discusses his busy schedule, including filming for 'Temptation Island' and promoting his movie 'Lost and Found in Cleveland.' The heart of the conversation focuses on the concept of letting go of jobs we've never been hired to do. By quitting the roles we impose on ourselves, especially when they involve managing others without being asked, we can find more peace and improve our relationships.

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    34 mins
  • The Healing Power of Vulnerability - You’re Not Broken, You’re Human

    The Healing Power of Vulnerability - You’re Not Broken, You’re Human
    Nov 19 2025
    Join Mark Walberg on this week’s episode of Bonfire Talks with Mark L. Walberg. In this episode, Mark dives into Halloween anecdotes, self-worth, and the importance of being vulnerable in relationships. Mark shares his awkward and hilarious Halloween costume experience, a bizarre Uber ride with an unexpected passenger, and a touching encounter with a struggling stranger that underscores the theme of today's episode: you're not broken, you're human. Learn how embracing your vulnerabilities can strengthen your relationships and help you connect on a deeper level.

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    38 mins
  • Crafting Connections: Why You Should be Curating Valuable Relationships

    Crafting Connections: Why You Should be Curating Valuable Relationships
    Nov 12 2025
    In this week’s episode of Bonfire Talks with Mark L. Walberg, Mark delves into the intricacies of crafting meaningful relationships and the progress of his upcoming book. Mark shares various chapter ideas, exploring topics such as 'Cs Get Degrees,' 'The Agreement of Intimacy,' and 'You're Not Broken, You're Human.' He emphasizes the importance of understanding authenticity, rarity, and the condition of relationships in curating a valuable life collection. Mark presents the analogy of antiques to relationships, highlighting the need to cherish genuine connections while removing those that deplete emotional resources.

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    46 mins
  • Why You Should Be Treating Your Spouse Like A Dog!

    Why You Should Be Treating Your Spouse Like A Dog!
    Oct 22 2025
    In this week’s episode of BonfireTalks with Mark L. Walberg, Mark shares his experience of constantly being mistaken for the famous actor and how it shaped his sense of self. He also dives into wisdom imparted by his brother-in-law Gary, about treating your spouse with the same unconditional love and care you give your pets, sparking a discussion on relationships. Join Mark as he finds parallels between his bonds with his pets and his relationships with the people he cares about, encouraging us all to be more loving, attentive, and appreciative in our daily lives

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    33 mins
  • Love After Trauma - Why Temptation Island Actually Works! | Ep 70 BonfireTalks

    Love After Trauma - Why Temptation Island Actually Works! | Ep 70 BonfireTalks
    Oct 8 2025
    In this week’s episode of Bonfire Talks, Mark Walberg and producer Caelan delve into today's political climate, self-reflection, and the struggle to speak out. Mark opens up about his feelings of cowardice, the impact of recent events, and his desire to maintain unity and connection in a divided world. They explore how to find common ground and make meaningful change without resorting to anger or division.

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    43 mins
  • Confronting Political Cowardice and Seeking True Connections

    Confronting Political Cowardice and Seeking True Connections
    Oct 1 2025
    In this week’s episode of Bonfire Talks, Mark Walberg and producer Caelan delve into today's political climate, self-reflection, and the struggle to speak out. Mark opens up about his feelings of cowardice, the impact of recent events, and his desire to maintain unity and connection in a divided world. They explore how to find common ground and make meaningful change without resorting to anger or division.


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    45 mins
  • Temptation Island Season 2 Filming & Asking Risky Questions in Your Relationships | Ep 068

    Temptation Island Season 2 Filming & Asking Risky Questions in Your Relationships | Ep 068
    Sep 24 2025
    Mark L. Walberg is back! with Producer Caelan for a new episode of Bonfire Talks. Mark opens with his recent return from Hawaii, where he filmed the new season of Netflix’s Temptation Island. Mark teases a few themes of the upcoming season, as well as some insightful moments he shared with members of the production crew. He goes on to highlight the healing and reflective experience of working with the local Hawaii crew and the show's shift towards deeper, riskier conversations about relational boundaries.

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    35 mins