Mike McDonell, Kidventure

Campfire Guide to Parenting

Kids EN ↓ 3 episodes

Welcome to the Campfire Guide to Parenting. I’m Mike McDonell, founder and CEO of Kidventure. For over 32 years, I’ve had the privilege of helping kids and families grow, learn, and thrive. Now, I’m inviting you to join me as I sit down around the fire with remarkable experts—who also happen to be parents—for real conversations, practical strategies, and stories that light the way on our parenting journey. This is your guide to raising kids with courage, creativity, and real world connection. https://kidventure.com/campfire/

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Mike McDonell, Kidventure

Episodes

Raising Grit: Helping Your Kid Handle the Hard Stuff 14.12.2025 31:50

Want to help your kids develop grit and resilience? In this episode of The Campfire Guide to Parenting , Mike McDonell sits down with Michael Blasdell to talk about what grit really looks like in kids, and how parents can help build it without stepping in too fast or clearing every obstacle out of the way. They unpack how kids learn resilience through everyday challenges like friendship drama, mid...

How do we raise kids who can handle life’s ups and downs - without losing their spark? 05.11.2025 47:37

In this episode of Campfire Guide to Parenting , Kidventure President and father of four Mike McDonell sits down with licensed clinical social worker Taylor Blunsen to explore what emotional wellness really looks like for kids today. Together, they unpack the everyday challenges families face — from anxiety and screen time to meltdowns, family rituals, and emotional connection . You’ll hear simple...

Raising Money-Smart Kids: Allowance, Entrepreneurship & Screen Time 30.09.2025 32:37

How can parents raise confident, money-smart kids in a cashless, screen-filled world? In this episode of The Campfire Guide to Parenting , Mike McDonell and Zack Mattos share real-life stories and practical tips on allowance, chores, entrepreneurship, and screen time. You’ll hear how to separate family responsibilities from paid work, spark your child’s entrepreneurial spirit, teach generosity, an...