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PODCAST

MC Fireside Chats, an Outdoor Hospitality Podcast

Modern Campground LLC

Join Brian Searl as we discuss important topics and recent news from the outdoor hospitality industry. Our weekly episodes will feature guests ranging from campground owners to companies that provide products/services, and much more.

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All Episodes

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MC Fireside Chat - August 9th, 2023

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2023/08/09

In a recent episode of MC Fireside Chats, the transformative journeys within the glamping universe took center stage. Sponsored by Horizon Outdoor Hospitality, the episode began with a fresh introduction, showcasing the show's commitment to bringing weekly conversations with thought leaders, entrepreneurs, and outdoor hospitality experts. Brian Searl expressed his enthusiasm for the new introduction, highlighting the show's evolution and its dedication to keeping content fresh and engaging for its

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MC Fireside Chats - August 2nd, 2023

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2023/08/02

In the latest episode of MC Fireside Chats hosted by Brian Searl, a panel of industry experts convened to discuss the evolving role of data and artificial intelligence (AI) in the recreational vehicle (RV) industry. The panelists included Casey Cochran from Campspot, Mike Harrison from CRR: A Lifestyle Company, Christine Taylor from the Towne Law Firm, and RV Industry Consultant, Sandy Ellington. The discussion was a deep dive into the potential of data analysis and AI in revolutionizing the RV

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53:28

MC Fireside Chats - July 26th, 2023

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2023/07/26

In the previous episode of MC Fireside Chats, sponsored by AccessParks, host Brian Searle was joined by recurring guests Phil Ingrassia from RVDA, Shane Deevenish from CRVA, and Eleanore Hamm from RVIA. Adding a unique perspective to the conversation were special guests Dr. Steve and Alec Rappleyea from Drive Home RV.Alec, shared insights about the challenges they face while scaling their RV rental business. He emphasized the importance of effectively managing cash flow and working capital, which

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53:52

MC Fireside Chats - July 19th, 2023

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2023/07/19

On the previous episode of MC Fireside Chats last July 19 presented by Modern Campground host Brian Searl was joined by recurring guests Nate Thompson from KCN Campgrounds and Scott Knepp from IVEE Group and special guests Justin Hogatt and Adam Lendi from Beyonder Camp, Mark Lemoine from St. Joseph KOA Holiday and Shannon Connolly of Roamstead.The conversation begins with Shannon discussing her experience of acquiring a park and the challenges she faced in the process. She mentions the difficulties

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54:49

MC Fireside Chats - July 12th, 2023

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2023/07/12

In the previous episode of MC Fireside Chats presented by Horizon Outdoor Hospitality and hosted by Brian Searl, the discussion had begun with Sharon and Tony Turner sharing their experience of running the glamping site, Glamping Retro, in Tennessee. They had emphasized the importance of providing a unique and comfortable experience for their guests, which included providing amenities like a hot tub, a fire pit, and a grill. They had also mentioned that they had a variety of accommodations,

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MC Fireside Chats - July 5th, 2023

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2023/07/05

In the previous episode of MC Fireside Chats episode presented by Horizon Outdoor Hospitality hosted by Brian Searl, the discussion started about the departure of co-host Cara due to her increased responsibilities at CCRVC.Brian together with the recurring guests touched upon the occupancy rates of their properties during the July 4th holiday, with the high temperatures and weather conditions impacting the rates. Sandy shared that the midweek placement of the holiday and harsh weather led to lower

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53:11

MC Fireside Chats - June 28, 2023

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2023/06/28

In the previous episode of MC Fireside Chats, presented by AccessParks, the conversation starts with personal experiences of RVing and quickly turns to the current state of the RV industry, discussing a softened market, dealership inventory backlogs, and enduring interest from consumers.Sam Shapiro from Grounded adds his perspective as a startup founder insulated from these challenges due to the innovative nature of electric camper vans.The story of Grounded's formation and the impact of COVID-19 on

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54:01

MC Fireside Chats - June 21st, 2023

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2023/06/21

During the MC Fireside Chats last June 21 presented by Accessparks, it was mentioned that the podcast has undergone a change with the departure of co-host Cara, who has been appointed the president of the Canadian Camping & RV Council. The episode revolves around insightful discussions on the camping and RV industry featuring recurring guests Sean Vidrine from Four Points RV Resorts, Scott Knepp from Ivee Group and Whitney Scott from KOA together with special guests Sean Hamilton from Boyd's

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58:52

MC Fireside Chats - June 14th, 2023

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2023/06/14

During the MC Fireside Chats episode last June 14 presented by Modern CampgroundDavid Smith started the conversation by reintroducing Outside Capital, a financial investment management firm specializing in outdoor hospitality. Their portfolio ranges from glamping and campgrounds to nature-based hotels, and they provide financial backing for deals in the industry, also leading their own projects.Dimphy discusses the inception of her campsite in Romania. She shares how the concept of glamping,

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57:28

MC Fireside Chats - June 7th, 2023

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2023/06/07

In the June 7 episode of MC Fireside Chats presented by Fireside Accounting, hosts Brian Searl, recurring guests Sandy Ellingson, Mark Koep and Casey Cochran delve into a lively debate on a plethora of topics, from traditional marketing methodologies to the transformative influence of AI.The conversation starts with the campground maps and the efficacy of their surrounding advertisements. While Sandy advocates for traditional marketing forms, citing the relevance of physical maps in locations with

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57:11

MC Fireside Chats - May 31st, 2023

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2023/06/01

In the May 31 episode of MC Fireside Chats presented by Modern Campground, host Brian Searl engaged a panel of camping industry experts, including Hipcamp CEO Alyssa Ravasio, National Parks Service National Campground Program Manager, David Miyako , Lahave River Campground Owner Jamie Lee Arseneau and Blackstrap Glamping Owner Joshua Turner.Brian introduced the session by discussing the universal aspect of "glamping" and how it varies based on individual experiences and expectations. He also

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53:26

MC Fireside Chats - May 24th, 2023

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2023/05/24

In the May 24 episode of the MC Fireside Chats podcast, sponsored by Accesspark, host Brian Searl was joined by recurring guests Shane Devenish from CRVA and Eleonore Hamm from RVDA Canada. Adding to the insightful conversation, Sascha Ohler SVP for Outdoor recreation of Tyler Technologies and Ashley Bontrager Lehman Founder and CEO of Ember RV.Sascha Ohler from Tyler Technologies, the largest provider of technology to the public sector in North America, shared insights into their offerings. With

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MC Fireside Chats - May 17th, 2023

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2023/05/17

During the MC Fireside Chats episode last May 17, John Griffith, Founder of Outbound Kitchen, shared his experiences and insights in the outdoor hospitality and recreation industry. John's passion for the outdoors and cooking led him to upscale camping cuisine and expanded his network in the industry. Initially collaborating with REI, he provided recipe content and worked with people creating cook stoves for campgrounds. However, the pandemic disrupted their culinary director role in a luxury

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MC Fireside Chats - May 10th, 2023

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2023/05/10

In this episode of the MC Fireside Chats podcast, sponsored by Horizon Outdoor Hospitality, hosts Brian Searl and Cara Csizmadia were joined by recurring guests Glamping Association founder Ruben Martinez, The Fields of Michigan Founder and CEO Irene Wood, Clockwork Glamping and RV Resort Design Lead Zach Stoltenberg and Sage Outdoor Advisory Vice President for Outdoor Hospitality Connor Schwab.Adding to the insightful conversation, John and Tamika Roames, co-founders of Evolution Glamping, shared

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MC Fireside Chats - May 3rd, 2023

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2023/05/03

In the May 4 episode of the MC Fireside Chats podcast, hosts Brian Searl and Cara Csizmadia as well as industry experts discussed various topics related to camping and outdoor hospitality.Casey Cochran, the VP of Business Development at Campspot Software, highlighted the importance of introducing different age groups to outdoor hospitality, especially since many people below 55 years old are exploring their options.Cochran also noted that the camping season is in full swing, and he shared how his

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MC Fireside Chats - April 26th, 2023

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2023/04/26

In the April 26 episode of MC Fireside Chats, host Brian Searl and recurring guest guest Susan Carpenter from RV Women’s Alliance discussed the capabilities and potential of ChatGPT, an AI language model trained by OpenAI. Brian introduced the concept of ChatGPT and how it works through a prompt, demonstrating how it can quickly generate articles on a wide range of topics. Susan picked camping as a prompt, and the results were impressive given the short input.Brian and Susan went on to discuss the

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53:25

MC Fireside Chats - April 19th, 2023

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2023/04/19

On the previous episode of MC Fireside Chats, host brian Searl highlighted the importance of branding in campground business. He also mentioned how Zapier automation had helped him save time and how he had used it to improve the efficiency of his employees.On the other hand, Ali and Eric Rasmussen, Co-Founders of Spacious Skies Campgrounds, talked about their husband-and-wife team dynamics. Eric focused on acquisition, capital markets, and asset management, while Ali focused on operations, running

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56:26

MC Fireside Chats - April 12th, 2023

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2023/04/12

In the April 12th episode of MC Fireside Chats, hosts Brian Searl and Cara Czismadia were joined by glamping experts to discuss the latest trends of the evolving industry.This week’s panel included recurring guest and Founder of the American Glamping Association, Ruben Martinez, as well as special guests the owner of Creekside RNR Glamping, Angele Miller, and the owner of The Destination Glamping Resort, Skip Courtney, who shared their insights and experiences, offering valuable perspectives on the

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MC Fireside Chats - April 5th, 2023

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2023/04/05

During last week's open discussion show sponsored by Fireside Accounting, Hosts Brian Searl and Cara Czismadia were accompanied by Mike Harrison from CRR Lifestyle and Christine Taylor from Towne Law Firm.Mike began the discussion by sharing insights on CRR's third-party management service, which focuses on experiential hospitality and revenue enhancement through data and analytics. He highlighted that their service is unique as their primary objective is to drive owner profit, NOI, and asset value

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MC Fireside Chats - March 29th, 2023

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2023/03/29

On March 29, the latest episode of MC Fireside Chats, hosted by Brian Searl, took a closer look at the outdoor recreation industry, such as the emerging trends in outdoor activities, innovations in the RV industry, and the growing popularity of glamping.This week’s show featured a panel of entrepreneurs from the outdoor recreation industry, including Kay Rodriguez from Outerly, Chandler Cooper from SkillAbove, and Mike and Melissa Crowe from Mitten Getaways Glamping.Kay Rodriguez, founder and CEO of

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