Bonfire Talks with Mark L. Walberg

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As host of Temptation Island, Mark L. Walberg brings his life experiences, humor and insights to couples with questions about their relationships. His Bonfire talks have become viewers’ favorite part of this extreme reality show. Now, Mark lights the fire on his own podcast and continues his brand of conversation each episode on Bonfire Talks with Mark L. Walberg. Celebrities, reality stars, Mark’s friends and family, and viewers like you will all be guests as Mark continues his quest to find more laughs and peace and less worry and heartache in his everyday life!Join Mark for some real conv...

Why You Should Be Treating Your Spouse Like A Dog!
10/22/2025

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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Love After Trauma - Why Temptation Island Actually Works! | Ep 70 BonfireTalks
10/08/2025

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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Confronting Political Cowardice and Seeking True Connections
10/01/2025

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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Temptation Island Season 2 Filming & Asking Risky Questions in Your Relationships | Ep 068
09/24/2025

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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067: Tips and Advice for When You Go To Hawaii
08/20/2025

In this week’s episode of Bonfire Talks, Mark Walberg dives into the significance of cultural respect while traveling, with a special focus on Hawaii. Mark shares his experiences from shooting 'Temptation Island' in various Hawaiian locations, reflecting on his relationships with the local grip department and the enriching cultural lessons they've imparted. He also discusses the history and spirit of Hawaii, the annexation by the US influenced by the sugar industry, and the importance of understanding and respecting the 'Aloha spirit'. The episode concludes with insights on how mutual respect and recognition of people's labor can transform your interactions po...


066: Temptation Island Season 2 Prep & Relationship Advice
08/13/2025

In this week’s episode of Bonfire Talks award-winning Netflix host Mark Walberg, along with his producer and friend Caelan, delve into insightful conversations about relationships and personal growth. Mark candidly shares his experiences and preparations for hosting the upcoming season of Netflix's hit show 'Temptation Island' in Hawaii. He opens up about his thoughts on relationship dynamics, offering valuable advice on how to navigate emotional intelligence and personal growth within intimate bonds. Mark also reflects on his interactions with social media, gives a sneak peek into his recent crash course at Snapchat’s corporate office, and emphasizes the importance of s...


065: Temptation Island Temptresses & Perfect Match Contestants Alex Zamora & Olivia Rae
08/06/2025

In this week’s episode of Bonfire Talks with Mark L. Walberg, Mark sits down with Olivia Rae and Alex Zamora, stars from Netflix’s 'Temptation Island' and 'Perfect Match.' They talk about their unique experiences on both reality shows, from navigating connections and heartbreaks to discussing the pressures of vulnerability and authenticity. Olivia and Alex share candid insights into the highs and lows of reality TV, revealing how they balance their on-screen personas with their true selves. Don't miss out on this captivating conversation packed with anecdotes, laughter, and a look behind the scenes at some of your favo...


064: Netflix Contestant Shubham “Shooby” Goel - The Circle & Battle Camp
07/30/2025

Welcome to another episode of the Bonfire Talks Podcast with your host Mark L. Walberg. In this engaging episode, we welcome Shubham Goel, a reality TV star best known from Netflix's 'The Circle' and ‘Battle Camp.’ Shubham shares his experiences from reality TV, his tech career, and his recent achievement of obtaining a master's degree from Oxford. Mark and Shubham discuss the impact of social media, the importance of genuine connections, and the philosophy of living each day to the fullest.

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063: The Netflix Host With The Most
07/23/2025

Join Mark on this week’s episode of 'Bonfire Talks with Mark L. Walberg’ as he passionately recounts his whirlwind week, from winning the prestigious Netflix Reality Universe 'Host with the Most' award to his thrilling Vegas stint with Wheel of Fortune Live. Mark opens up about his ongoing battle with self-esteem and the internal dialogues that come with being in the public eye. He also teases upcoming Netflix guests for the podcast, stemming from his networking spree at the event. Feel inspired by Mark's candid reflections on personal growth, societal pressures, and the joy he finds in connecting with othe...


062: Netflix Summer Break Event Preview & A Shoutout From NYC Mayoral Candidate Zohran Mamdani
07/16/2025

Join Mark on this week’s episode of 'Bonfire Talks with ‘Mark L. Walberg, where he dives into his recent hosting gig for 'Wheel of Fortune Live' in Vegas, shares his thoughts on the bustling experience in Sin City, and gives a sneak peek into the new season of 'Temptation Island.' Mark also shares his excitement for the upcoming Netflix Reality Universe Summer Break event, where he’s nominated for 'Host with the Most.' Adding a highlight to the episode, Mark plays a podcast clip that includes a special shoutout he received from New York mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdan...


061: Do You Want To Be Right or Happy?
07/02/2025

In this weeks episode of Bonfire Talks, Mark shares entertaining and heartfelt stories about his memorable 4th of July celebrations over the years, including the hilarious and touching first encounter with his in-laws. Mark opens up about the ups and downs of his career, his ongoing struggle with personal growth, and his journey of writing a book that reflects on pivotal moments in his life. The episode offers a mix of humor, deep introspection, and life lessons, providing an insightful look into Mark's life and the wisdom he's gained along the way.

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060: Mark Walberg's Parenting Wisdom and Reality TV Insights | Bonfire Talks Podcast
06/26/2025

In this episode of Bonfire Talks, join Mark Walberg and his producer as they delve into the challenges and joys of parenting, inspired by a binge-watching session of 'Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders' on Netflix. Mark shares candid reflections on his own parenting journey, the balance between support and pressure, and the lessons he learned from raising a Navy pilot and a professional ballerina. The conversation also touches on upcoming Netflix reality shows, including 'Perfect Match' and a summer reality event, while Mark humorously recounts a tequila-fueled charity golf tournament.

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059: Goldie Walberg Made ANOTHER Viral TikTok of Her Dad Without Him Knowing She Was Doing It
06/18/2025

In this week’s episode of BonfireTalks with Mark L. Walberg, Mark welcomes back fan favorite and his lovely daughter Goldie Walberg. Mark and Goldie quickly get into how she’s been secretly making TikTok videos of him on her channel that have been getting millions of views! This week marks the third video in three weeks that not only gained 5 million views, but might have also secured Mark a spot on Dancing with the Stars. Goldie also talks about her brand Lazy Ballerina Club and her “human first” mindset and merch line. Before they wrap up, Mark and Goldie both fan...


058: Help Mark w/ His Neighbor! Does He Have What It Takes for DWTS? And a New "I Need A Bonfire" Call-In
06/04/2025

Join Mark Walberg and Producer Caelan for this week’s episode of BonfireTalks with Mark L. Walberg. Mark starts off by talking about accidentally going viral on TikTok with 2 videos each having over 2 million views. He also explains the tough situation he’s got going on with his neighbor and asks for the best way to resolve it. Later in the show, Mark takes an “I Need A Bonfire” submission about a woman in her first queer relationship with a woman who has a very conservative family.

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057: Your Mom & Dad Jess & Evan Ambrose
05/28/2025

Join Mark Walberg in this lively and heartfelt episode of Bonfire Talks as he welcomes Jess and Evan Ambrose from the 'Your Mom and Dad' podcast. Dive into fun and profound discussions about gender-specific compliments, enduring love, managing mental health within relationships, and raising uniquely gifted children. Expect tons of warmth, humor, and wisdom as they explore life's ups and downs, blending personal anecdotes with sincere insights. Sprinkle in some chuckles about Mark's early musical theater days, and you've got an episode that feels like a cozy chat around the bonfire.


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056: Battle Camp Winner Lorenzo Nobilio
05/21/2025

Netflix's Battle Camp Winner Lorenzo Nobilo joins Mark for this week's episode of BonfireTalks with Mark L. Walberg. Join Mark Walberg on the latest episode of Bonfire Talks as he dives into an engaging conversation with Lorenzo Nobilio, the winner of Netflix’s reality competition series Battle Camp. Lorenzo shares his intriguing journey through the reality TV world, discussing his strategy, relationships, and experiences on both Battle Camp and Squid Games: The Challenge. Whether it's his gameplay against fellow contestants or his wholesome bond with Georgia, Lorenzo's stories captivate and entertain.

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055: Temptation Island Contestant Tyler Breshears
05/14/2025

Netflix's Temptation Island contestant Tyler Breshears joins Mark for this week's episode of BonfireTalks with Mark L. Walberg.

Join Mark Wahlberg in this insightful episode of Bonfire Talks as he catches up with Tyler from Temptation Island Season 1 on Netflix. Mark and Tyler dive deep into Tyler's experience on the show, his past relationships, and the lessons he learned both on and off the Island. They also discuss the importance of communication, dealing with public perception, and how Tyler's new relationship is different and more fulfilling than his previous ones. Mark also shares his own perspectives on personal...


054: Temptation Island S1 Contestant Kaci Campbell
05/07/2025

Former Temptation Island Contestant Kaci Campbell joins Mark for this week’s episode of BonfireTalks with Mark L. Walberg,
 
Join Mark and Kaci Campbell, one of the original stars of Temptation Island, as they have a deep and heartfelt conversation. In this episode, they dive into Kaci's journey from her dramatic experience on the show to her ongoing battles with mental health and personal growth. Casey shares her struggles with anxiety, depression, relationships, and the steps she's taking to conquer them. This episode is packed with honest discussions on the real impact of reality TV, the importance of men...


053: Temptation Island Contestants Lino & Alexa
04/30/2025

Netflix's Temptation Island contestants Lino & Alexa join Mark Walberg for this week's episode of BonfireTalks with Mark L. Walberg.
 
In this engaging episode of 'Bonfire Talks,' Mark revisits memorable moments and reveals new insights with guests Alexa and Lino. They discuss their journey on the show, personal growth, and wedding plans in Italy. Mark addresses the overwhelming love from fans, shares plans for future episodes, and highlights the importance of self-reflection and honest communication in relationships. Tune in for some heartfelt moments, behind-the-scenes stories, and Mark's take on everything from relationship dynamics to labor and delivery stories.


052: Temptation Island Contestant Tayler Byrd
04/23/2025

Netflix's Temptation Island contestant Tayler Byrd joins Mark Walberg for this week's episode of BonfireTalks with Mark L. Walberg.
 
Join Mark Wahlberg and Taylor as they dive deep into their experiences on Temptation Island, the lessons learned, and the emotional journey they both underwent on and after the show. Taylor opens up to Mark about personal struggles, growth, and future aspirations. This episode also touches on the importance of mental health, therapy, and maintaining lasting relationships post-show. Don't miss this heartfelt discussion packed with insights, personal stories, and updates on life after Temptation Island. Subscribe and tune in f...


051 INAB: Boyfriends Wandering Eyes, Strained Relationships, & Partners Owing Money
04/17/2025

Join Mark Walberg, the host of Temptation Island, as he sits down to answer fan submissions looking to get some advice about their troubles situations. In this episode, Mark gives his thoughts on one girl’s boyfriend who can’t stop looking at instagram pics and videos of girls they went to high school with together, someone who has a strained relationship with their mother but needs to make it work so they can have a relationship with their sister, and a girl needing to know how to get her boyfriend to handle his money better and pay back the $600 he o...


050: Temptation Island Singles Tell-All: Post-Show Reflections & Relationships
04/16/2025

Netflix's Temptation Island singles contestants Yamen Sanders (Mr. Yae), Natalie Cruz, Kay Carlson, and Danny Spongberg join Mark Walberg for this week's episode of BonfireTalks with Mark L. Walberg

Join Mark Walberg, the host of Temptation Island, as he sits down with this season’s most notable singles Natalie, Kay, Yamen, and Danny for an in-depth discussion about their experiences on the hit Netflix show. Mark opens up by asking them about the public response to their season, the bonds they formed, and the realities of life after the island. Each single goes over the connection they formed on...


049: Temptation Island Contestant Grant Larsen
04/09/2025

Netflix's Temptation Island contestant Grant Larsen joins Mark Walberg for this week's episode of BonfireTalks with Mark L. Walberg.
 
Mark opens the show by asking Grant about his transformative journey through the ups and downs of reality TV. Grant talks about his Initial struggles with public backlash and external criticism, which led him to prioritize internal peace and self-accountability. Grant also shares his post-show recovery, which included finding therapy, a newfound focus on personal growth, and his new entrepreneurial venture with his daughter. By shifting focus from external validation to internal understanding, Grant highlights the importance of self-awareness a...


048: Temptation Island Contestant Ashley Moore
04/02/2025

Netflix's Temptation Island contestant Ashley Moore joins Mark Walberg for this week's episode of BonfireTalks with Mark L. Walberg.
 
Mark opens the show by talking to Ashley about her experience filming the show and her feelings while she was on the Island. They go on to give an update on the current relationship between Ashley and the guy she picked to leave the Island with. This leads Ashley to share her post-island experience where she remained in contact with Grant. Before they wrap, Mark asks about how she’s doing today and what life lessons she was able to...


047: Temptation Island Contestants Brion & Shanté
03/26/2025

Netflix's Temptation Island contestants Brion and Shanté join Mark Walberg for this week's episode of BonfireTalks with Mark L. Walberg.

Mark asks the couple how they've been doing since leaving the Island in May, and where they are currently at in their relationship. The couple addresses the difficulty they faced both on the Island and immediately after leaving. They also go on the address the immense amount of social media criticism they've been receiving since the season aired. Both Brion and Shanté express their feeling about their time on the show, what it taught them, and how they've us...


046: Temptation Island S5 Contestant Sebastian Barraza & Jana
02/19/2025

Mark welcomes Temptation Island season 5 contestant Sebastian Barraza and his girlfriend Jana to this week's episode of BonfireTalks. Mark asks Sebastian about his time on the island and Sebastian talks about what it's like being a contestant on the show. Sebastian goes on to not only talk about some important life lessons he learned while filming, but more importantly, what he learned afterwards. He goes on to explain how he was able to turn the show experience into a positive impact on his life, and apply it to his current relationship with his girlfriend Jana. 

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045: Temptation Island Is Back!
02/12/2025

Temptation Island will be returning with an all new season March 12th, now on Netflix! Mark sits down to talk a little bit about the upcoming season including what it’s like working with Netflix for the first time. He goes on the share some behind the scenes information like the vibe during production and especially the Bonfires. Mark and his producer also get into a little bit of Love Is Blind talk, which also has a new season coming out this week, and they also tease some upcoming content for the podcast leading up to the Temptation Island premiere.


044: La Wildfires Reflection
01/22/2025

On this week’s episode of BonFire Talks, Mark and his producer reflection on the devastating wildfires that tore through Los Angeles. The two of them discuss the need to try and find blame and point fingers during a crises, as well as the communities who’ve banded together to help do what they can for the victims.
 
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043: What You Do Is Not Who You Are
01/08/2025

On this week’s episode of BonfireTalks podcast, Mark sits down with his producer and has a lively conversation about: His daughter getting back into a professional ballet production, being a real and honest TV host, going to Boston on vacation, being of service to others on different levels, and parents becoming the student to their kids teachings.


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042: The Problem with Hanukkah
12/18/2024

On this week’s episode of BonFireTalks podcast, Mark talks about his experience growing up Jewish in the rural south. He goes on to compare it to Christmas time both as a kid and as an adult, including his plans for this years festivities. Before they wrap, Mark and producer Caelan also check in and see how their winter arc’s are coming along.
 
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040: Illustrious Bane Mark DeCarlo
12/04/2024

Mark welcomes back in his friend and sort of sidekick Mark DeCarlo. The two Mark’s have a fun and lovely conversation about: Being a grandparent, the new gym etiquette, Youtube game show ideas, participating in intramural sports as an older guy, Mark’s various inventions, and Thanksgiving

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040: No Whatever November
11/13/2024

Goldie Walberg is back with Mark this week as the two break down the topics of the election, glow ups, their recent family trip to Orlando, ballet, children on their parents cell phone plans, marriage, and bat mitzvahs.


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039: Mark & The Walberg Flower
10/30/2024

Mark’s daughter Goldie returns for another episode where the two have a lively discussion about: Mark being on Access Hollywood, being your own cheerleader, evaluating your friends, and the Netflix shows Nobody wants This and Will & Harper.

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Winter Arcs with Goldie Walberg
10/16/2024

Mark’s daughter Goldie Walberg returns to the show this week to have a lively conversation with Mark about: Their upcoming family trip to Orlando, the performative nature of the Walberg family members, starting a “winter arc”, romanticizing the small things in life, and emotional complaining. 


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037: Lightning Strikes
09/11/2024

Mark opens this week’s episode by talking about his recent birthday. He then goes on to discuss peoples authenticity and feeling the need to be performative in a social setting. After that, Mark explores the idea of instant connections, and what the circumstances need to be for one of those connections to happen. Before wrapping, Mark wonders about whether he should be engaging more in his own life.

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036: Christian A. Pierce
09/04/2024

Mark welcomes Christian A Pierce to the show for this week’s episode of Bonfire Talks. Christian is an American actor, influencer, writer, and online content creator. First starting out on Youtube and Vine, Christian elevated his content and his audience to the point where he was given the Facebook watch show The Real Bros of Simi Valley. After 3 season, Christian and his team were able to turn his show into a full feature length movie The Real Bros of Simi Valley: The Movie, which is available now on The Roku Channel. Christian has also just started his new fitness pr...


035: Amanda Young
08/28/2024

On this week’s episode of Bonfire Talks, Mark invites his friend Amanda Young, who he’s known since she was a child. Mark talks to Amanda and explores her past, present, and future dating life. Amanda goes over what she’s looking for in a meaningful relationship and Mark helps her evaluate what’s most important and what can be eased up on when out on dates.

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034: The Vegas Sphere with Mark DeCarlo
08/21/2024

Mark welcomes his off-and-on sidekick Mark DeCarlo back to the show for this week’s episode of Bonfire Talks. DeCarlo opens the show by talking about his upcoming trip to Chicago for the Democratic National convention. Then Mark tells DeCarlo about his trip to Las Vegas to see The Grateful Dead at the sphere with his son. After that, the guys get into a conversation about dogs and how the survival of the friendliest can apply to all of us. This leads them to wrap up the show with a discussion about happiness.

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033: It's Okay to Fall Short
08/14/2024

Marks its down for another episode with his produce to bounce around a few topics of discussion including: His keynote speeches, saying you’re going to do something and then actually doing it, the Olympics and the grace in taking a loss well, the resistance to do things that you don’t want to do but are good for you, and some new moraine routine exersizes.

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032: Be Okay With The Chaos
08/07/2024

On this week’s episode, Mark sits down with his producer to talk about a wide range of topics including: His upcoming trip to Las Vegas and anxiety when it comes to planning, unnecessary worry before something has happened, not needing to be right about things all the time, analyzing how his support for loved ones could be wrong, and the importance of listening first rather than jumping in to try and give advice.  

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