We're joined in studio by Liz McCargo of Bellator Basenjis. Liz brings to the table both insight and experience in the world of dog breeding, expanding on the differences between ethical and unethical breeding, nuances in the debate between buying and adopting/rescuing, and tactics and methods she and her husband use in their own kennel. We get a glimpse into the overhead and finances of breeding costs, proper nutrition, genetic testing, socialization and desensitization of a new litter. We even delve into the underpinnings of the #adoptdontshop campaign. If you're a dog lover, there's no shortage of knowledge to be gained!

Brandon, Aaron, and Anthony catch up and talk life, evangelism, and hell and how their views on those subjects have changed.

Aaron and Brandon are joined by church elder, entrepreneur, social worker, and general good friend Nathan McCargo to discuss the climate of church in the evangelical world today. How has corporate America influenced church structure today? Is the megachurch model ethical and effective? What has the church done well? How can we be better moving forward? Where do politics play into Christian life? And what's the reason for doing "church" in the first place?

Brandon and Aaron are joined by their best friend and new "part time co-host" Anthony. The guys break down some thoughts on capitalism and socialism. Anthony also shares his experience as a Bernie Sanders supporter and how his views on Democratic Socialism changed after doing some light reading.

After a brief hiatus due to Brandon being sick, Around The Fire takes time for a relaxed, less structured episode than usual. We catch up on recent events such as feuds in the rap industry and Nike's latest campaign with Colin Kaepernick. Reality TV, boycotts, and racism are some of the subjects on the table for dissection this episode. Also, Brandon laments his allergies after attempting to adopt a second dog.

Part 2 of Youth Group Culture in Hindsight continues by examining leadership in youth groups and churches. We fumble our way through understanding the stigmas, expectations, and structures of leadership, as well as the pressure put on leaders themselves. More stories of teenage shenanigans accompany the episode. Aaron goes on another vacation.

ATF kicks off a new mini-series all about growing up in youth group and how we look back on it now. Shenanigans , community, accountability, relationships, fear, shame, sex, and drinking are just some of the hornets' nests that we swat at in part one. Also, Brandon gets another dog... and no sleep.

Aaron and Brandon dive into some of the biggest assets a business has- relationships. People are the best long-term investment you can make. We talk good and bad experiences, people skills, and word of mouth. Aaron is back from Florida and Brandon's search for a second dog proves frustrating.

Aaron and Brandon talk body-shaming, economics, and hard work. We attempt to find the most proactive and beneficial way to view those more successful than us, as well as understand the recurring theme of being offended by those further up the ladder. Are capitalism and competition good things? Should everyone get a trophy? How is motivation generated?

Aaron and Brandon attempt to understand the recent instances of businesses refusing service to patrons with opposing political and ethical positions. From restaurants and political figures to bakers and soon-to-be-weds, we dive into the mentalities behind the controversy. Local businesses, capitalist strategies, financial repercussions, and moral convictions abound. Also, the Neubergers contemplate a second dog.