Open Lines Radio: Recent Episodes
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A sexist late-night host, a spiritually deficient hobo, and a very lovely homing pigeon walk into a circus... On this episode of Through the Greenhouse Haze, Hollee and Mark ponder the punchline.
Enjoy a nice cup of protector tea. On this episode of Empty Cup, Erik talks about creating art on your own time, the meditative nature of washing, and wanting what we already have.
It's time to bake some bread. Have a seat in the kitchen with your new friend, Erik. On the inaugural episode of Empty Cup, Erik talks about embracing his true self, his pet snail, and setting a goal to be happy.
Be sure to check out Erik's other creative adventures at oblivionspin.com.
With the New Moon in Gemini, we can finally find balance in this upheaval and unrest in the world with intentional articulation of our needs. We're working collectively on trying to not make mountains out of molehills and get out of our own way to go after what we desire. With the personal planets of Mars in Aries and Venus in Taurus within their signs of dignity, there's a great opportunity to enact upon desires to build lasting foundations for what we really want. We grapple with a scarcity mindset and try to be realistic as we move forward once Mercury goes direct on June 3rd. On Episode 8 of Absurdist Astrology, Tessa helps us navigate through it all.
On this encore presentation of The Sainted Path (originally aired on October 16, 2018), Soraya The Great talks about being kind to ourselves... and how being kind to others is the best way to do that. She also shares a couple Rosy Copacetic tunes that were recorded especially for our ears.
Mercury Retrograde will result in a cazimi between the Sun and Mercury. As Mercury makes its way back into Taurus, we have some time for reflection and introspection before we catapult into some exciting energy with Mars in Aries around the corner on May 24. We also have Venus entering Taurus on May 28, also in its dignity, inviting in some lavish enjoyment of life. On Episode 7 of Absurdist Astrology, Tessa helps us navigate through it all.
Venus and Chiron conjunct in Aries, leading us to question our autonomy. This upcoming Scorpio Full Moon brings in a vast deep type of meaning rooted in desire, leaving us little patience for all this chatter and mess caused by the Mercury retrograde in Gemini. The North node in Taurus is further emphasizing the need to look back deeply at our roots and feel our feelings fully. And on Episode 6 of Absurdist Astrology, Tessa gets emotional as she helps us navigate through it all.
A psychic assassin, a high-kicking bull whipper, and a ceremonial magician walk into a Listz concert in Bavaria... On this encore presentation of Through the Greenhouse Haze (originally aired on 03/23/2019), Hollee and Mark ponder the punchline.
On Episode 5 of Absurdist Astrology, Tessa helps us navigate through this residual Pisces energy (since Mars and Neptune are still in Pisces), and how that inertia transitions into the action-based energy of Aries (now that Venus has entered Aries as of May 2), and how that has brought discussions of women's rights to the forefront. Jupiter will also enter Aries on May 10, beginning at the start of the 12 signs of the Zodiac once more, for the first time since June 2010. Mercury retrograde in Gemini is coming up, too! Are you ready?
Check out Episode of The Virtual Campfire (https://bit.ly/virtualcampfire14) where Tessa and Mark have a detailed discussion of Mercury retrogrades.
On this encore episode of Sabbath Shalom with Brother Doug (originally aired October 6, 2018), Doug and Mark kick things off with a talk about time and connection to the past.
It's a new moon in Taurus on April 30. The sun and moon form a partial solar eclipse with a horned-shaped sun (watch out for photos of this coming in the next few days!), the Jupiter and Venus exact conjunction occurs in Pisces, and Mercury moves into its own sign of Gemini. On Episode 4 of Absurdist Astrology, Tessa helps us navigate through it.
On this encore episode of Streaming Consciousness (originally aired on September 4, 2018), Mark talks about where he'd like to see Open Lines Radio go and how by chaining ourselves to Time, we miss out on spontaneous living.
Uranus and Mercury in Taurus. Saturn in Aquarius. Jupiter and Neptune still conjunct in Pisces. Is there any way to find peace? Or at least solid ground? On Episode 3 of Absurdist Astrology, Tessa helps us navigate the week.
On Episode 9 of Nobody Asked!, Doug and Mark pontificate on guitar guys at parties, body odor after a long day at work, and the anxiety of being late.
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Jupiter and Neptune conjunct in Pisces become exact today (April 12, 2022). This last occurred in 1856, roughly 165 years ago. In Episode 2 of Absurdist Astrology, Tessa explains exactly what this means.
A brand new episode of the Hobo Safe Camp Virtual Campfire podcast is now available for your on-demand listening pleasure. Listen to Episode 67, where Donna stopped by to talk with Mark about the trauma associated with moving, being specific with your vision board, the magical connections made through social media, following through on our creative endeavors, living in a rural town, the different perspective of the youth thanks to COVID, and honoring cultural traditions.
On Episode 8 of Nobody Asked!, Doug and Mark pontificate on crowding at the airline gate, defunding the grammar police, tailgating versus driving slow in the fast lane, and grocery store etiquette.
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On Episode 1 of Absurdist Astrology, Tessa explains to Mark the significant astrological events about to take place in April like he's five.
On Episode 7 of Nobody Asked!, Doug and Mark pontificate on the contents of their pockets, the socks in their drawers, and the organization of their home screens.
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On Episode 6 of Nobody Asked!, Doug and Mark pontificate on when to give or accept advice, catch phrases that defy time, and the best way to fake a defined chin line.
An interdimensional elf, a terrible billboard editor, and a life sciences mentor walk into a hospital elevator. On the most recent episode of Through the Greenhouse Haze, Hollee and Marke ponder the punchline.
On Episode 5 of Nobody Asked!, Doug and Mark pontificate on the direction of putting on a belt, the rules of using a public restroom, and the anxiety involved in cancelling your cable contract.
Hobo Safe Camp (the Formative Years) is a series of interviews conducted by Mark in 2014 with people he mostly found by posting Craigslist ads in random cities across the US. Somehow, these old conversations are even more relevant now than when they were first recorded. In Episode 2, recorded in July of 2014, Mark chats with Brock Albin of Black Robin Farm and Orchard about permaculture, sustainability, and slowing down the pace of life.
On Episode 4 of Nobody Asked!, Doug and Mark pontificate on the rules of being tough while getting blood drawn, eating snacks that smile, and Calvin peeing on various things.
On the most recent episode of Shake It Out, Hollee, Mark, and Soraya The Great talk about the astrology of the moment, the effects of forcing global trauma on children, and the harsh reality of living on this planet.
A brand new episode of the Hobo Safe Camp Virtual Campfire podcast is now available for your on-demand listening pleasure. Listen to Episode 66, where Tessa Hamm stopped by to talk with Mark about returning to creative living, applying astrology to our physical lives, and the future of the collective.
On Episode 3 of Nobody Asked!, Doug and Mark pontificate on the rules of time travel, the evolution of language to images, and how we should be happy because we’re all living our best life in some dimension somewhere.
Before the Virtual Campfire, there was Hobo Safe Camp. Hobo Safe Camp (the Formative Years) is a series of interviews conducted by Mark in 2014 with people he mostly found by posting Craigslist ads in random cities across the US. Somehow, these old conversations are even more relevant now than when they were first recorded. In Episode 1, Mark chats with a now long-lost friend about life, art, and family. If anyone knows where Brian Thomas is, please send him our way!
On Episode 2 of Nobody Asked!, Doug and Mark pontificate on the anthropomorphism of food, the shift in marketing toward the youth, and phone calls becoming the new pop-in.
A newsman with "jimmy legs," a neglected succulent, and a flock of unruly birds walk into a campsite. On the most recent episode of Through the Greenhouse Haze, Hollee and Mark ponder the punchline.
After a year-long hiatus, a brand new episode of the Hobo Safe Camp Virtual Campfire podcast is finally available for your on-demand listening pleasure. Listen to Episode 65, where David George stopped by to talk with Mark about off-grid living, the benefits of cannabis, and finding the positive in a negative world.
On the premiere episode of Nobody Asked!, Doug and Mark pontificate on the effectiveness of the slogan "Finger-Licking Good," the human urge to self-identify through bumper stickers, and the delicate art of the pop in.
You might remember Doug and Mark from their previous Open Lines Radio podcasts Sabbath Shalom and Brother's Balm. They're back with a new podcast to provide answers to all the questions that nobody asked. But the real question is, "What's up with Mark?" He sounds like an excited, out-of-breath crackhead in this episode. We think he was a little excited to be back.
On Episode 1 of the all new Open Lines Radio Podcast, Mark chats with Hollee about how she's been doing since having two strokes 4 weeks ago. Her amazing healing journey has brought with it a new perspective on health and happiness.
Soraya the Great and Mark about the brutality of grief and grieving, the realities of friendship (both online and in the "real world"), the exploitative-yet-addictive nature of TikTok, and how STG has been coping with life since the passing of her mom back in January.
Episode 1 Playlist:
Chika - Industry Games Rina Sawayama - STFU! Basement Jaxx - Where's Yr Head @? The The - The Sinking Feeling Lim Kim - Awoo A-ha - The Sun Always Shines on TV Kali Uchis - Dead to Me Depeche Mode - Any Second Now (Voices) Earthgang - Proud of U (ft. Young Thug) The Cranberries - Put Me Down David Bowie - Telling Lies The Bouncing Souls - The Whole Thing Ru Paul - Call Me Mother Brother Ali - Forest Whitaker
On this episode of The Virtual Campfire, our camp host Mark talks with Christina about life at sea, strengthening our spirituality, God as an extra terrestrial, and living a fulfilled and healthy life.
Join Juliette and Hannah on their open stream of abundance by partaking of this Feast of the Six-Fingered Man.
Mark talks about connecting with Source through multiple points of view, becoming aware of the game within the game, and making the world a better place by smiling with your eyes.
Today in After School Detention, we take a Thanksgiving break by watching Roseanne Season 8, Episode 8.
On this episode of The Virtual Campfire, our camp host Mark talks with Giuliana about coping with school during a pandemic, moving beyond our past selves, and finding connection on social media.
Mark wonders if (a) he's the only one having problems typing on his phone and if (b) other people's ears are also ringing. And that's about it.
Hannah has a vision of a sustainable symbiotic human residence on our planet, dropped into our consciousness via Palindrome Power Portal 02022020, that flowed on February 02, 2020.
Mark talks about the general frustration of life in the current moment, his passively obnoxious return to Facebook, and accepting a world with limitless truths.
Soraya The Great and Mark talk about existing in the current plane as multi-dimensional beings, the oppressive voice of authority, and speaking truth to power.
Doug and Mark talk about the return to school in a time of COVID, the frustration caused by family members in a time of divided politics, and whether or not evolution is possible without leaving some things behind.
Soraya The Great and Mark talk pronouns, the complexity of humanity, and the evolution of language.
On this episode of The Virtual Campfire, our camp host Mark talks with Chris about finding hope in a hopeless time, the existence and evolution of truth, and finding ways to connect with our ancestors.
Soraya The Great and Mark talk about the inappropriateness of 80s television, people who keep token friends of color in their lives so they can win arguments, and the relevancy (or irrelevancy) of Morrissey in 2020.
A slumbering hermit, a charlatan Freemason, and a roving band of devil worshipers walk into a forest filled with muses... Hollee and Mark ponder the punchline.
This week's playlist:
Lynyrd Skynyrd - Tuesday's Gone
Ms. Lauryn Hill - Everything is Everything
Dead Fingers - Closet Full of Bones
The Rolling Stones - Beast Of Burden
Monsters Of Folk - Temazcal
TV On The Radio - Young Liars
Two Gallants - Despite What You've Been Told
Creedence Clearwater Revival - Who'll Stop The Rain
Creedence Clearwater Revival - Have You Ever Seen The Rain
The Felice Brothers - Fire at the Pageant
The Flaming Lips - Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robots, Pt. 1
Jah9 - Ma'at (Each Man)
Phoebe Bridgers - Graceland Too
John Lennon - Oh Yoko!
Max Frost - Sayonara
On the first episode of Shake It Out, Soraya the Great and Mark talk about being architects for the community and not just the self, the nature and evolution of friendships, assigning monetary value to human life, and standing in love and light while also facing the darkness.
On this episode of The Virtual Campfire, our camp host Mark talks with Chris about finding hope in a hopeless time, the existence and evolution of truth, and finding ways to connect with our ancestors.
Mark gets political about Donald Trump as a wartime President, the miserable choices Americans are presented with in the 2020 Presidential election, and the possibility of Ghislaine Maxwell contracting and dying from the Epstein-Barr virus while in Trump's custody.
Join Angie in her backyard for a chat about how and why we accept our labels, Thomas Edison in Hollywood, the reality behind the media's veil, and the fate of the Boy Mom.
Mark talks about the human urge to understand reality, the concept of form versus re-form in the future designing of humanity, and gives a special Father's Day greeting to all fathers who choose to stop being the authority and instead learn from their children.
Doug and Mark talk about how to discuss racial tensions as privileged white males, people wearing masks as bumper stickers for their political affiliations, and how Trump's tweets embolden "Karens."
Angie talks about the luxury and guilt of living in a world of modern conveniences and reconciling who we are with our former selves.
Hollee and Mark talk about trying to maintain a positive voice in a quickly moving world, seeing through the veil to reveal the script beneath the surface, and finding ways to speak each other's languages so we can come together in unity rather than finding things to dispute. Plus, New Wools!
Angie's back and she's looking for answers as she contemplates where she is in the moment on her own evolutionary path.
Hollee and Mark talk about the current state of the world, following a night of watching protests erupt all over the planet; uploading data in our prayers; and hoping we as a people can find a peaceful path forward to equality.
Mark talks about creating reality through the vibrations we choose in the moment, giving ourselves the space to change, and manifesting beauty through positive declarations of intention.
This week's playlist:
Alanis Morissette - Citizen of the Planet The 1975 - Jesus Christ 2005 God Bless America Alphaville - Forever Young The Head and the Heart - Sounds Like Hallelujah No Doubt - Sometimes Brand New - I Will Play My Game Beneath The Spin Light Toad The Wet Sprocket - Come Back Down Death Cab for Cutie - I Will Follow You Into The Dark Tori Amos - Caught a Lite Sneeze Suzanne Vega - 99.9 F Manchester Orchestra - Shake It Out Phoebe Bridgers - I See You
On this episode of The Virtual Campfire, our camp host Mark talks with Mario Zamudio about existing as conscious spirits in human bodies on this physical planet, observing ourselves and the world around us with wonder, and finding home in the moment.
Hollee and Mark talk about respecting other people's beliefs and fears, speaking the language of the propaganda bots to get your message through to the masses, creating something beautiful with our unknown future, and the privilege associated with being an asshole to "essential" workers.
Doug and Mark talk about how fashion during quarantine has changed, how our behavior is shaped by the people we plan on seeing, and a world with crowd-less sports.
Hollee and Mark talk about the painful shift in humanity as the old world finds its place in the new world. The butterfly never exists without the loss the the caterpillar.
Hollee and Mark talk about how the new post-COVID economy will play out, Jimmy Page freaking out David Bowie, and that not only are our phones listening to us, but the universe is pretty good at it, too.
Mark talks about existing multi-dimensionally across social media platforms, remembering to participate in the here and now, and being all places, including where you are.
Open Lines Radio is 2 years old today! Join us in celebration as we stroll back in time and listen to the first Open Lines Radio transmission where Mark was joined live by future Open Lines Radio contributor, Soraya The Great.
The trip has been incredible. We look forward to evolving with you for years to come!
On this episode of The Virtual Campfire, our camp host Mark talks with Nikki Garner about life in a time of COVID-19, the direction the world should take going forward, and how dreams continue to play an important part in the shaping of her reality.
Hollee and Mark introduce The New Woo with a conversation about the the relevance of noise, Old Woo vs. New Woo, and walking the walk after several years of talking the talk. Also including, New Wools.
Mark talks about honoring the pull to new beginnings, the importance of adding your vocalized vibration to the digital realm, and the fluidity of community.
Doug and Mark talk about the encroachment of masks on our previously mask-free world, finding ways to simplify our lives to slow down time, and moving beyond hollow validation in search of self validation.
On this episode of The Virtual Campfire, our camp host Mark talks with Soraya The Great about quarantine life, Jeff Bezos, social justice (and mostly injustice), and coping with the pain of shifting change. And did I mention Jeff Bezos?
Mark talks about the forced slowdown of humanity thanks to COVID-19, as well as the permanent changes that this slowdown has created. Then he talks about some old memories. The whole thing is disjointed and doesn't make sense... but c'est la vie.
On this episode of The Virtual Campfire, our camp host Mark talks with Donna Colbert about how our normal perspectives have been shaken by COVID-19, dealing with life in a shelter-in-place world while some people are deemed "essential," and finding new and innovative outlets to release our creativity.
Mark talks about the current state of paranoia, letting your art grow wings and fly, and how petty annoyances tend to get strung together like a paper chain on Christmas until you can decorate your entire life with it.
Doug and Mark talk about their fear of animals running in front of them on the road at night and how neither of them really wants to hurt an animal if they can help it, all while confronting the demons of the animals they've killed in the past.
In Season 2, Episode 1, Mark talks about using this podcast as a way to take his art deeper, connecting with high-vibrating communities online, and fighting through the daily grind to notice synchronicities again.
On this episode of The Virtual Campfire, our camp host Mark talks with Amber (aka @titty.jesus) about being the force behind a successful meme account, finding connection through re-posted content, and how laughter can be the best medicine.
Doug and Mark talk about the expectations of the norm. Who sets them? Who teaches them? Who enforces them? Also, how do we deal with the frustration that comes when others don't operate according to our own expectations?
In Season 2, Episode 1, Mark talks about the new home of Streaming Consciousness, pushing ourselves in new directions, and the essence of energy.
Get your live music fix right here on Open Lines Radio with Open Lines LIVE! Check out The Killers performing at the Glastonbury Festival in 2019.
Setlist: Jenny Was a Friend of Mine Somebody Told Me Spaceman The Way It Was Shot at the Night The Man Smile Like You Mean It For Reasons Unknown Human/Bling (Confessions of a King) Glamorous Indie Rock and Roll Dustland Fairytale Runaways Read My Mind All These Things That I've Done When You Were Young
Encore: You Were Always on My Mind (w/ The Pet Shop Boys) Human (w/ The Pet Shop Boys) This Charming Man (The Smiths cover w/ Johnny Marr) Mr. Brightside (w/ Johnny Marr)
A rude American in Paris, a phony memoir writer in America, and an entire generation witness 9/11. Hollee and Mark ponder the punchline.
Today in after school detention, we kicked off 2020 by clearing some karma credits by listening to a lecture from Ram Dass called A Gathering of Souls, presented in San Rafael, California in 1995.
Doug and Mark talk about whether or not the sympathetic nervous system is tied to empathy, reminisce on past experiences while living vicariously through their own children, and flashback to 20 years ago and Y2K.
Mark goes on a rant about the stream of corporate control that dominates our Earthly existence.
Get your live music fix right here on Open Lines Radio with Open Lines LIVE! Tonight, we're listening to Angels and Airwaves playing live in the KROQ HD Radio Sound Space.
Playlist: It Hurts Paralyzed Moon As My Witness Young London Kiss With A Spell Drum Solo Rebel Girls
Today in after school detention, we cleared some karma credits by listening to a lecture by Dorothea Lasky on Poetry and the Metaphysical "I." Given October 10, 2013, at the Emerson Chapel, Harvard Divinity School, this lecture was co-sponsored by the Bagley Wright Lecture Series on Poetry and the Woodberry Poetry Room at Harvard University.
Through a very strange story about a bicycle kidnapping that tore a bicycle family apart, Doug and Mark talk about the significance of guilt in daily life.
Through a very strange story about a bicycle kidnapping that tore a bicycle family apart, Doug and Mark talk about the significance of guilt in daily life.
An alien dog, a late night radio host, and an altruistic cult leader walk onto the mother ship. Hollee and Mark ponder the punchline.
Mark wonders why free time is so hard to come by, whether we might be victims of alien technology, and why people have lost sight of the hyper-local right in front of them.
On this episode of The Virtual Campfire, our camp host Mark talks with Kayla about her psychedelic trip to reiki, building sustainable communities, and experiencing each frame in the film strip that is this life.
An enthusiast podcast host, a heavy-handed TSA agent, and a philandering libertine decide to foster a rapscallion in a dog's body. Hollee and Mark ponder the punchline.
Mark talks about the fine line between being content and moving forward, the frustration of your art not being seen when you aren't making money, and figuring out how to exist in the spaces between politics
On this episode of the Virtual Campfire, Mark talks with Sarah about the best pickup lines heard in a guerrilla cannabis grow in Maine, getting schooled in metaphysics by former NFL player Ricky Williams, and the difficulty of letting go of attachment to collaborative visions.
Doug talks about his trip to China and Mark tells the story of how he and Hollee crashed a wedding. Somehow, it all ties together nicely.
Today in after school detention, we cleared some karma credits by listening to a talk by Alan Watts about trusting the universe.
Mark talks about conversations that transcend time and space, using social media as a means of teleportation, and honing our psychic abilities by becoming an objective observer.
Mark talks about navigating the collective, while maintaining a unique and separate perspective, and while also recognizing that everybody else has a unique and separate perspective.
On this episode of the Virtual Campfire, Mark talks with Jes about the number seven, using trauma to evolve, and finding peace in the art of real people.
Doug and Mark talk about how and why personality changes over time, the nature of personality and how it masks the inner child, and valuing people as humans rather than as our job titles.
On this episode of the Virtual Campfire, Mark talks with Shell about how she got started as a dairy farmer, the hardships of being a farmer in the current climate, and finding peace and happiness wherever you happen to be.
Today in After School Detention, we cleared some karma credits by listening to an interview with Edward Abbey conducted by Eric Temple for a Phoenix PBS station in 1982.
Doug and Mark talk about the craziness of the full Harvest Moon, knowing when to get involved in other people's conflicts versus minding your own business, and enjoying the show from the cheap seats.
Check out this live set from Rosy Copacetic, featuring Taylor Ruckle and Open Lines Radio's own Soraya the Great, recorded on August 31, 2019. If you like what you hear, be sure to go to rosycopacetic.bandcamp.com to support these talented artists.
Setlist: Sainted Path Diaz Brothers In Bloom Geriatric Jush Liminal Spaces America Talk If I had a Gun Unexcused Absence Touch-tone Telephone Quantum Yoshimi Battles the Pink Robot Truth Hurts/ In Bloom
Mark talks about allowing our thoughts to manifest as spoken word, helping the whole survive while surviving as an individual, and experiencing the 3D physical world in the moment.
Today in After School Detention, we cleared some karma credits by listening to a lecture by Buckminster Fuller entitled "Tunings."
A vending machine-toppling shark, a brainwashed madame, and a young Aleister Crowley give each other Ogilve home perms... Hollee and Mark ponder the punchline.
Mark talks about the human need for connection, the pathway to a sponsor-free media, and finding truth in the moment.
On this episode of the Virtual Campfire, Mark talks with London about the energy of the Lion's Gate that is pulling us toward new beginnings, shaking the hangups that hold us back, and allowing ourselves the freedom to roam in our minds.
Mark talks about the difficulties of living as an individual perspective of a universal oneness while being trapped in these emotional, reactionary human bodies.
Today in After School Detention, we cleared some karma credits by listening to a lecture by Neville Goddard called "Imaginal Acts Become Facts."
On this episode of the Virtual Campfire, Mark talks with Bella about how she started her spiritual coaching business, finding mentors in everyone around us, and making sure we assign value to our work.
Doug and Mark talk about the defining moments in life and how trauma can lead to triumph.
Mark talks about the ridiculousness of politics, fighting the power by getting along with everybody, and the physical shape of the soul.
On this episode of the Virtual Campfire, Mark talks with Maggie about going against the grain of social programming to raise her children, the transition from being an American living in Germany to an American living in America, the usefulness of plant medicine to our overall human health, and the importance of healthy and delicious eating.
On this episode of the Virtual Campfire, Mark talks with Nic about Art Bell, the reality of sex trafficking, finding the truth behind mind control conspiracies, being your own bae, and his collaborative art project - Real Nice People.
On this episode of the Virtual Campfire, Mark talks with David George about living off the grid, finding adventure in life, and laughing our way through the darkest of nights.
Today in After School Detention, we listened to Jim Carrey give a Commencement speech at Maharishi University of Management's graduation ceremony in 2014.
Mark talks about the true purpose of human beings on Planet Earth, the government as a reflection of humanity, and the deep-seeded programming that fights the urge to be kind.
On this episode of the Virtual Campfire, Mark talks with Ary about living authentically in spite of what the haters say, finding ways to get to nature in a world with dwindling resources, and helping people see the light in a seemingly darkening world.