EPISODES
S3:E3 The Camino Provides: Finding Hope, Happiness, and a New Home in Spain
Nov. 23, 2022
"The Camino de Santiago saved my life." Leigh Brennan (https://leighbrennan.com/) tried quitting her first Camino de Santiago before it began. Battling grief and depression from a broken marriage, she found comfort, strengt…
S3:E2 Spanish for Camino | Words & Phrases for your Pilgrimage
Nov. 9, 2022
From her home on the Camino Portugues route, blogger Maria Seco (https://www.spanishforcamino.com) shares Spanish words, phrases, and cultural tips to make your Camino de Santiago pilgrimage more enjoyable.
S2:14 Finding Peace after Combat for Warriors on the Way
May 4, 2022
Founded to help combat veterans facing PTSD, Warriors on the Way is a purpose-designed pilgrimage for Combat Veterans by Combat Veterans along the Camino de Santiago. Through this dedicated charity, Fr. Steve Rindhal (a 31-y…
S2:E13 An Empty Nest Pilgrim Soars on the Camino de Santiago
April 13, 2022
Facing an empty nest after more than twenty years of child-raising, English author Carolyn Gillespie (https://www.carolyngillespie.co.uk) confronted her existential crisis on the Camino de Santiago. Through steps and miles, …
S2:E12 Camino Tips from the Little Old Lady Walking
March 23, 2022
Known on social media as #LittleOldLadyWalking, American poet, author, and noted Camino de Santiago pilgrim Anne Born (https://tumbleweedpilgrim.com/) shares her tips and insights for walking the Camino with author Kevin Don…
S2:E10 Finding Forgiveness on the Pilgrim Path
Jan. 12, 2022
Her marriage unexpectedly ended, filmmaker Erin Dooley found strength and forgiveness on the Camino de Santiago. In a new reality series on Amazon Prime, Erin leads pilgrims on walks to help overcome personal grief. She shar…
S2:E9 Six Tips for Vegan Pilgrims Walking the Camino
Dec. 22, 2021
Wendy Werneth (The Nomadic Vegan) shares six tips for maintaining a vegan lifestyle while walking the Camino de Santiago. Having traveled to more than 100 countries, Wendy shares suggestions for incorporating local cuisines …
S2:E8 Accessible Caminos: Opening the Camino to All
Dec. 8, 2021
Justin Skeesuck (I'LL PUSH YOU) journeyed 500 miles in a wheelchair across Spain's Camino de Santiago with the help of his best friend, Patrick Gray. Now Justin & Patrick are making the Camino accessible for pilgrims of all …
S2:E7: What is strength? Ability & disability on the Camino de Santiago
Nov. 17, 2021
Diagnosed with Becker Muscular Dystrophy at a young age, Bryan Steward has spent most of his life overcoming the effects of a crippling disease. Determined to be defined by his abilities, shares his story of walking and craw…
S2:E4 A Camino Pilgrim Walks Ireland's Wicklow Way | Natasha Murtagh
Sept. 29, 2021
Irish journalist and author Natasha Murtagh (https://twitter.com/natashamurtagh) shares the heartfelt stories behind her Camino bestseller (Buen Camino: From Croagh Patrick to Santiago de Compostela) and tales from her recen…
S2:E3 Preparation, Prayers & Packing Our Fears on Camino
Sept. 15, 2021
Author Kevin Donahue (http://www.sacredstepsbook.com) discusses preparing to walk three historic pilgrim footpaths in England: the Pilgrims' Way, the Via Francigena, and the Way of St. Cuthbert. In addition to his packing li…
15: Ancient Walks in Modern Times | Season One Finale
June 2, 2021
In the Season One finale, author Kevin Donahue (http://www.sacredstepsbook.com) explores the meaning of pilgrimage in modern times, with insights from four of this season's guests, including Australian author Claude Tranchan…
14: The Camino De Santiago is Opening to More Pilgrims this Summer
May 5, 2021
In this episode, we're answering the question, "When can I walk the Camino de Santiago?" With new vaccination protocols planned and EU nations preparing to welcome vaccinated tourists, author Kevin Donahue (http://www.sacre…
12: Veterans on the Camino - Interview with Sr. Chief Brad Genereux, USN, Ret.
April 7, 2021
After 22 years in the US Navy, Sr. Chief Brad Genereux (https://veteransonthecamino.com) retired from the service and returned to a civilian world he no longer recognized. Lost and seeking solace, Brad found peace along the …
11: COVID Updates for the Camino de Santiago & Pilgrimage Routes
March 24, 2021
Author Kevin Donahue (http://www.sacredstepsbook.com) answers the question, "Is the Camino De Santiago open?" and shares timely COVID updates for the Camino de Santiago, California Missions Trail, and historic pilgrim routes…