YOU on the Camino de Santiago
A practical guide for anyone dreaming of walking the Camino de Santiago in Spain, from first hearing about the pilgrimage to taking your first steps on the trail. Host and longtime pilgrim Nancy Reynolds draws on nearly two decades of experience walking the route and leading small groups, offering preparation and planning advice. The show also features interviews with newcomers who are getting ready for their first Camino, helping listeners start their own journey with confidence.
Episodes
Ep 1: Your First Steps on the Camino de Santiago
YOU on the Camino de Santiago, that’s why we are here.
You, taking your first steps on the trail, full of excitement and anticipation, and perhaps feeling a little anxious about what lies ahead.
Imagine, you are in Saint Jean Pied de Port, France, or Porto, Portugal, or Oviedo, Spain, or wherever you will be starting your Camino walk. Backpack loaded, trail before you, and you, unsure of what is t
Ep 2: What is the Camino? And what does it mean to ”do” the Camino?
What is the Camino de Santiago?
Do you remember when you first heard about the Camino de Santiago? Maybe it was from a friend who had walked it, or a newspaper article. Maybe you saw the movie, “The Way”, with Martin Sheen and Emilio Estevez, and something stirred deep inside. Something awakened within you, and you felt the pull to know more.
In this episode of the “YOU on the Camino de Santiago”
Ep 3: A Conversation with Pilgrim Grace as She Prepares to Walk the Caminho Português
Pilgrim Grace Talks About Getting Ready to Walk the Caminho Português
Bed bugs, luggage transport, finding food . . . it's all part of the Camino experience! Join me for a conversation with soon-to-be-pilgrim Grace from Queens, New York, as she prepares to walk the Caminho Português.
The Caminho Português has become one of the most popular of the many Camino routes that lead to Santiago de Compos
Ep 4: Selecting Your Boots & Socks for Your Walk on the Camino de Santiago
Selecting Your Boots & Socks for Your Walk on the Camino de Santiago
[For the Love of Your Feet (and Entire Body)]
If you are planning to walk the Camino de Santiago, you are going to be asking your feet to do something extraordinary. You are about to put them to the greatest test they likely will ever be put to.
How do you prepare your feet for this strenuous journey? With the right socks and
Ep 5: A Conversation with Pilgrim Kathie as She Takes Her First Steps on the Camino Francés
Pilgrim Kathie Talks About Getting Ready to Walk the Camino Francés
What are your fears and concerns about walking the Camino? Pilgrim Kathie from Dallas, Texas, shares her pre-walk worries and also how she addresses the concerns of her husband and kids as she heads off on her own on a six-week, 500 mile adventure in France and Spain.
Kathie will be staying at Refuge Orisson her first night on th
Ep 6: When is the Best Time to Walk the Camino . . . For You?
When Is The Best Time To Walk The Camino . . . For You?
When people ask “when is the best time to walk the Camino”, what are they really asking? When is the best weather? When is it least crowded? When can I be certain to find food and a place to sleep? Yes, yes, and yes.
And at least as important is the question of when is the best – or right – time for you to walk the Camino, given your reasons
Ep 7: A Conversation with Pilgrim Abbi Who is Walking the Camino Francés in September
Pilgrim Abbi Talks About Getting Ready to Walk the Camino Francés
Is the Camino on your "bucket list"? If yes, how is it similar and different from other items on the list? And what does that mean, really?
Abbi from Santa Cruz, California is taking on one of her bucket list items when she starts her walk on the Camino Francés in mid-September, 2022, and we had a chance to explore these questions
Ep 8: How Long Does it Take to Walk the Camino . . . OR How Much Time Do YOU Want to Spend?
How long does it take to walk the Camino?
Well, that depends. In this episode we are going to continue on with our Camino planning roadmap, still working with step four, spend some time thinking about what you want.
This episode is a big one. A really big one. By that I mean that it’s a bit on the long side. But also, I think it’s an important one, as this is where we really begin to design the C
Ep 9: A Conversation with Pilgrim Amanda as She Prepares for 14 Days on the Caminho Português
Pilgrim Amanda Talks About Getting Ready to Walk the Caminho Português
Pilgrim Amanda is about to take her first steps on the Caminho Português as this episode goes live! Walk with us through her preparations and how she went from hiring a company to plan everything to using her super powers to do it herself.
Amanda also shares with us the "ground rules" she and her walking partner came up with t
Ep 10: Most Likely Starting Points on the Camino Francés . . . and How to Get There
How to Get to the Most Likely Starting Points on the Camino Francés
Tens of thousands of pilgrims start their pilgrimages in Saint Jean Pied de Port, France, each year, and many who have come from within France and other European countries finish in Saint Jean or pass through on their way to Spain.
In addition to being a busy, bustling jumping off point for pilgrims, Saint Jean is also a popular
Ep 11: A Conversation with Pilgrim Kathy Who Will Walk the Camino del Norte in 2023
Pilgrim Kathy Gets Ready to Walk the Camino del Norte in 2023
What does it mean to be brave for yourself? As Pilgrim Kathy prepares to walk the Camino del Norte in 2023, she shares about her regrets, fears, and being her own super hero.
We also cover a wide variety of practical pilgrim-centric topics, such as travel insurance, checking a bag on the airplane, how and when to find food on the Cami
Ep 12: Who Will You Walk the Camino With?
When you imagine yourself on the Camino, who is there?
Are you on your own? Is your spouse or partner there with you? Are you with a big group of your favorite people, perhaps family, perhaps not?
The question of who are you doing this with is, I think, broader than it appears at first glance. That’s because there are so many parts to getting ready for and walking the Camino, and so many points
Ep 13: A Conversation with Someday-Pilgrim Kimberly
Someday-Pilgrim Kimberly Talks About the Idea of Walking the Camino de Santiago
From the kindness of strangers to gaining an expanded sense of community to being connected to centuries of history - there is so much to be discovered and experienced by walking the Camino de Santiago.
Join me for a poignant and uplifting conversation with Kimberly as she explores the possibility of someday being a pi
Ep 14: All About the Albergues, or Where to Sleep on the Camino
Where do pilgrims sleep on the Camino? And What is an Albergue?
In this episode I give a full run-down on the what, the where, and the how-they-work of the pilgrim’s hostels, or albergues, on the Camino. And I explore the other sleeping options, in case sleeping in shared dorm rooms isn’t for you.
What about the idea that the albergues are the heart of the pilgrim community, and that true pilgrims
Ep 15: Eating on the Camino: What, Where, When, and How Much
Where do You Find Food on the Camino?
What is available, when is it available, and how much does it all cost?
On the first day of my first Camino walk, I walked 17 kilometers powered only by pastries. Why? Because I had no idea where and, more importantly, when to find food in Spain.
Eating on the Camino can be an exciting adventure and a culinary journey in and of itself. Some days you will wad
Ep 16: How Much Does it Cost to Walk the Camino . . . OR How Much do you Want to Spend?
How much does it cost to walk the Camino?
How does the amount you spend for your pilgrimage influence, or even determine the experience you will have on the Camino? Or from another perspective, think of the experience you want: how much will that cost?
The costs on the Camino are what they are, and in episodes 14 and 15 I shared with you what I paid for food and accommodations on the Camino Franc
Ep 17: Season One Wrap Up - Your Camino Plan + Season Two Preview
Your Camino Plan
This is the final episode of Season One of the “YOU on the Camino de Santiago” podcast, and I want to thank you for tuning in each week, and for joining me on this journey to make your Camino dream a reality.
And when I say thank you I am sending that message out around the world. Do you know why? People are tuning in from the US, Canada, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Spain, Italy
S2 Ep 1a: Part One - All About the Luggage Transport Services on the Camino
7 STEPS TO TRANSPORTING LUGGAGE ON THE CAMINO DE SANTIAGO
One of the most frequently asked about topics in the Camino Facebook groups and on the online forums is the luggage transport services on the Camino. You have probably heard pieces of information on this topic but I bet you've been left with some questions. In this two-part episode, we are going to cover this topic from end to end.
You migh
S2 Ep 1b: Part Two - All About the Luggage Transport Services on the Camino
7 STEPS TO TRANSPORTING LUGGAGE ON THE CAMINO DE SANTIAGO
This is Part Two of a two-part episode. Did you miss Part One?
One of the most frequently asked about topics in the Camino Facebook groups and on the online forums is the luggage transport services on the Camino. You have probably heard pieces of information on this topic but I bet you've been left with some questions. In this two-part epi
S2 Ep 2: Packing for the Camino, with Pilgrim David
PACKING FOR THE CAMINO
What do you really need to take with you when you walk the Camino? How much should your pack weigh? What happens if you take too much stuff?
Pilgrim David Guiterrez shares how he answered these questions while walking the Camino Francés in Fall 2022. There is some solid packing wisdom in this episode!
MAKE A DIFFERENCE
David shares with us about his upcoming fundraiser to
S2 Ep 3: Selecting Your Camino Backpack, plus Goals for Packing
SELECTING YOUR BACKPACK, PLUS GOALS FOR PACKING FOR THE CAMINO
Walking the Camino isn’t “normal” travel, it isn’t a weekend away, and it isn’t backpacking. It is something in between, something so different that it brings up all kinds of fears and self-doubt in people who already know how to travel. And for first-time travelers, the task of packing for the Camino may be completely confounding.
Thi
S2 Ep 4: A Conversation with Pilgrim Kathie After Her Walk on the Camino Francés
A CONVERSATION WITH PILGRIM KATHIE
Join me as Kathie from Dallas shares her experiences walking the Camino Francés in Fall 2022.
Last summer I had the pleasure of talking with Kathie as she was getting ready for her first-ever Camino pilgrimage. We talked about her fears, doubts, and concerns about walking the Camino de Santiago, plus her hopes and aspirations as she headed off into the unknown on
S2 Ep 5 Hiking Clothes & Rain Gear for the Camino de Santiago
HIKING CLOTHES & RAIN GEAR - Know what's right for you for your pilgrimage on the Camino de Santiago in Spain
When you walk the Camino de Santiago you will be outdoors walking for hours each day. How do you dress for walking the Camino? And what will you wear when you are not walking, in the evenings? How do you protect yourself from the elements? What gear will you need for walking?
Our goal
S2 Ep 6: A Conversation With Meg as She Prepares to Walk the Camino Francés
WALKING THE CAMINO WITH FAMILY
Meg from Tacoma, Washington, USA, is planning a walk on the Camino Francés with her mom and sister - in the heat of July.
How does the weather impact your Camino? Is it better to walk alone or should you be recruiting family and friends to walk with you? And if you do walk with "your people", how do you ensure each person has the experience they are seeking?
In this
S2 Ep 7: Training to Walk the Camino de Santiago
NANCY'S CAMINO TRAINING GUIDE . . . for the non-athlete regular person who wants to walk all or part of the Camino de Santiago
How do you prepare for the physical challenges of walking the Camino de Santiago? Do you really need to prepare?
How much training do you need to do? What do you need to do – is it enough to just walk around your neighborhood a couple times a week? We will find out in this
S2 Ep 8 A Conversation with Pilgrims Andrea & Jason About Their Upcoming Walk on the Camino Francés
A LIFE-CHANGING EXPERIENCE MEETS FOMO
How do you plan but don't over plan for your first pilgrimage on the Camino de Santiago? How do you make sure you don't miss out on any of the best sites and stops on the trail?
Find out how Andrea and Jason answer these questions as well as how they went from planning a two-week walk on the Camino to stepping out of their daily routine to spend five weeks wal
S2 Ep 9 Q & A with Pilgrims Andrea and Jason (Part 2)
QUESTIONS, ANSWERED!
Pilgrims Andrea and Jason ask all the questions you are probably also asking by this point in the podcast series.
Grab your notebook and a pen, pour yourself a beverage, and plop into your favorite chair, because we are about to cover a lot of ground.
WALK WITH ME
Are you thinking of walking the Camino Francés in September? LET'S TALK! I will help you get off on the right fo
S2 Ep 10: Spanish for the Camino with María Seco
HOLAAAAA!
It's time for Spanish for the Camino with María Seco. In this episode we will be learning some language rules for how to correctly pronounce words in Spanish. Specifically, we will focus on place names on the Camino Francés, learning tips you can use to pronounce any word in Spanish.
FOLLOW ALONG WITH OUR SPANISH LESSONS
Go to the How to Pronounce Place Names page of Nancy's website f
S2 Ep 11 A Conversation on Pilgrimage with Father Michael Barham
THE SACRED PRACTICE OF PILGRIMAGE
With special guest, Father Michael Barham.
In 2001, Michael made the Camino pilgrimage by foot, walking 500 miles from the French border town of St. Jean Pied-de-Port to the shrine of St. James the Greater in the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela.
And that was just the start. After completing several more pilgrimages to ancient, holy sites in Europe, Michael wr
S2 Ep 12: A Conversation with Pilgrim Maurice as He Prepares to Walk the Camino Francés
PILGRIM TIPS, INSIGHTS, AND HOW TO GIVE BACK
Maurice from Asheville, North Carolina, shares his thoughts on getting ready for his first pilgrimage on the Camino Francés, along with his three tips for other first time pilgrims.
We cover a number of topics, including another long answer from Nancy - this time on travel insurance.
CONNECT WITH NANCY
If you will be attending the annual Gathering of
S2 Ep 13: A Conversation with Pilgrim Kathy as She Counts Down to Her Pilgrimage on the Camino del Norte
LIVE SIMPLY AND DO COOL SH*T
That's Kathy's motto, and walking the Camino del Norte certainly fits.
Through her preparations for this long walk across Northern Spain, Kathy is finding her courage and learning that it is okay to be the person she wants to be and truly is.
For Kathy, the Camino began the moment she said "yes!", and she has embarked on a journey of discovery that will take her to San
S2 Ep 14: A Conversation with Pilgrim David About What He’s Doing AFTER the Camino
THE NATURE OF CAMINO CONNECTIONS
In my favorite book, The Art of Pilgrimage, author Phil Cousineau talks about "bringing back the boon." What does that mean?
What are the key elements of the Camino experience, and how do you keep them alive in the weeks, months, and years after your pilgrimage?
Join me as I chat with pilgrim David and learn how he brought the pilgrim spirit back into his communit
S2 Ep 15: A Conversation with Pilgrim Laura About Her Upcoming Walk from Sarria to Santiago
WALKING (only???) SARRIA TO SANTIAGO
Walking the Camino your way is tricky business for some people, but not for Laura and her daughter, who will be walking from Sarria to Santiago in June 2023.
Find out why they are using a tour company to plan and execute their Camino, and how this fits perfectly with their reasons for completing the pilgrimage.
We cover a lot of ground in this conversation, inc
S2 Ep 16: Conversation with Yana as She Prepares to Walk the Caminho Português
"YOU HAVE TO GO ALONE!"
Yana, a Boston mom of two young boys, shares with us her experiences of preparing to walk the Caminho Português and helps us answer some tough questions:
Where (or when) does the Camino really start?
What do you do when a friend says you have to go alone?
How do you stay “in the moment” when you are preparing to walk the Camino?
What are the yellow arrows and why do we l
S2 Ep 17: A Conversation with Pilgrim Nancy (F) as She Prepares to Walk the Camino Francés
WHAT IS YOUR GREATEST FEAR REGARDING WALKING THE CAMINO?
In this conversation with pilgrim Nancy (F), we talk about Camino magic, coincidences, and the gift of the Camino to heal one’s heart after deep loss. And we finally get to a pilgrim's biggest fear.
We also get super practical, with app and guidebook recommendations, tips for how to manage cash and credit cards on the Camino, whether to fl
S2 Ep 18: A Conversation with Pilgrim Chad Before His First Pilgrimage on the Camino Francés
FIRST TIME BUT NOT THE FIRST TIME
Pilgrim Chad walked the Caminho Português with his wife and daughters and now is headed for his first solo walk on the Camino Francés.
In this episode you will hear Chad's three top tips for first-time pilgrims, along with his expectations for the inner journey of his upcoming pilgrimage.
We also talk about the best places to take a rest day, how to cope with lone
S2 Ep 19: A Conversation with Two American Pilgrims as They Prepare to Walk the Camino Francés in Memory of a Friend
A STORY OF LOVE AND FRIENDSHIP
In June 2022 American pilgrim Aaron died suddenly and unexpectedly while walking the Camino de Santiago. In this week's episode we hear from Aaron's friend George, who will be walking the Camino in Aaron's memory and literally in his footsteps.
George's love for his Aaron is mirrored in his friendship with John, who will be joining him for the walk. Find out what is
S2 Ep 20: Season Two Wrap Up / Looking Ahead
STORIES FROM THE TRAIL
In this final episode of season two of the “YOU on the Camino de Santiago” podcast I share current stories from my time on the Camino in May-June 2023. That includes updates on what my pilgrim guests from season two are up to as they make their ways across Spain on the various Camino routes.
I also share some top tips for staying safe on the trail and managing your expectati
S3 Ep 1: Season Three Kickoff plus After the Camino with George and John
PART 2: A STORY OF LOVE AND FRIENDSHIP
George and John (season three, episode 19) are back to share how their Camino walk went. Wait until you hear how this wrapped up! (starts at 18:30 mins)
Also in this episode, I share my own Camino story and give you a preview of what's to come in season three of the podcast. Thank you for tuning in!
COMING SOON!
Be the first to know when the Camino Francés
S3 Ep 2: After the Camino with Pilgrim Laura
SARRIA TO SANTIAGO IN 7 DAYS
In this episode we hear from pilgrim Laura who walked from Sarria to Santiago with her daughter, Emily. They booked all of their accommodations, meals, and luggage transport services in advance with Spanish Steps. What makes this the best option for some pilgrims? Let's see what Laura has to say.
Also, Laura was lucky to be at the pilgrim's mass in Santiago de Composte
S3 Ep 3 Dawn and Fiona are about to walk the Camino Francés
TWO MUMS, TWO MONTHS, TWO CAMINOS
Join me as I talk with Melbourne, Australia, mums Dawn and Fiona about their pilgrimage on the Camino Francés.
>> Learn why they decided to use a company to book their accommodations and luggage transport (I bet you haven't heard this reason before!).
>> Find out how you deal with the judgements of other pilgrims who think you should be doing the Camin
S3 Ep 4: Kim Prepares to Walk the Camino del Norte . . . with 16 Friends!
16 WOMEN AND A CATHOLIC PRIEST
Kim from Tulsa, Oklahoma, in the US, is getting ready to walk the Camino del Norte on a pilgrimage led by her parish priest.
Why walk with a group? Why not take off on this adventure on your own? Kim shows us why it's important to answer these questions for yourself.
We also talk about how to ensure you see the Botafumeiro at the pilgrim's mass, and what to do about
S3 Ep 5: Trond from Norway Counts Down to the Camino Francés
38 DAYS FROM SAINT JEAN PIED DE PORT TO SANTIAGO . . . AND BEYOND
I had the pleasure of talking with Trond, a professionally trained chef turned paramedic from Norway, just six days before he boarded a flight for France to walk the Camino Francés from Saint Jean Pied de Port.
We covered some of the questions you, too, may be asking:
>> Are blisters just part of the Camino experience?
>>
S3 Ep 6: The Good, the Bad, & the Ugly with Andrea and Jason
SURPRISES AND PLOT TWISTS ON THE CAMINO
Andrea and Jason (from Season 2, Episodes 8 & 9) did plenty of planning for their Camino - and emotional and spiritual preparations, too - and they still had lots of surprises and challenges on and along the Way.
>> Can you ever really know what the Camino is until you get there?
>> How do you get through the tough times?
>> Does it
S3 Ep 7: Sean from the UK Walks the Camino Inglés
THIS SEASONED TRAVELER EXPECTS TO GET LOST ON THE CAMINO!
In fact, getting lost is all part of the experience and adventure for Sean from Leeds in the United Kingdom. It takes the fear right out of wandering the wrong way.
Sean shares why he is taking just a week to walk the Camino, and why he chose the Inglés route instead of the final 100 kilometers of one of the longer routes.
GOT QUESTIONS?
I
S3 Ep 8: Pilgrim Kathy Shares How the Camino Changed Her . . . and a Few Other Interesting Stories
IS IT SAFE FOR A WOMAN TO WALK THE CAMINO ALONE?
Have you thought about this, if it's safe for a woman to walk the Camino alone? Kathy wasn't wondering before she walked, but she sure found out about safety for female pilgrims on her walk across Spain on the del Norte route. Pro-tip: Download the "AlertCops" app to your smartphone. (https://alertcops.ses.mir.es/publico/alertcops/en/)
Here is a que
S3 Ep 9: Pilgrim Jamie walks through her grief on the Camino Francés
+ 2 REASONS NOT TO WALK THE ENTIRE FRANCÉS ROUTE
Jamie and I have one unwanted thing in common: we both lost our Dad's recently. In this episode, Jamie shares why walking the Camino is the right thing for her to do during this time of grief.
It is a story of love and friendship, as her best friend is joining her for the walk.
We also cover a number of other topics. For example:
>> Have you e
S3 Ep 10: Pilgrim Judith takes a ”slow stroll” on the Camino Francés
NOT "HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE", BUT . . .
How long do you want to take? I keep coming back to this question as I help pilgrims get started on their first ever pilgrimages on the Camino Francés.
My guest today is going to take what would be considered by many a very slow walk on the Camino, from Sarria to Santiago. But for Judith, she is making the pilgrimage that meets her needs and capabilities.
Jud
S3 Ep 11: Pilgrim Georgina walks away from depression
HOW HARD WERE YOU HIT BY THE PANDEMIC?
Georgina openly shares her inspiring story of experiencing severe depression, how she found her way out, and how it led her to walk the Camino de Santiago - with just two weeks lead time!
Join me for this courageous journey from the dark to the light, and up and over the mountain.
And find out why you would include a visit to the pilgrims office when you are
S3 Ep 12: After the Camino with pilgrim Chad
BEST ALBERGUE EXPERIENCES ON THE CAMINO FRANCÉS!
What makes an albergue the "best"? Find out what pilgrim Chad says about his top albergue experiences - and he names names! Here are the albergues and other places we mention in this episode:
Hostel Suseia - The pilgrim's home, Zubiri
Albergue de Peregrinos Parroquial, Grañon
Casa de Peregrinos Emaús, Burgos
Casa Susi, Trabadelo
Albergue Camino y Le
S3 Ep 13: Tips from the Trail
HOLA FROM THE CAMINO FRANCÉS !!!
Coming to you "live" from Sarria on the Francés route, where I am meeting up with pilgrim Maurice, who was my guest in episode 12 from season two.
In this episode I share tips from the trail. Here is what we are going to be talking about:
>> How to stay safe when walking on the road
>> How to make sure you have the right size boots
>> How to "co
S3 Ep 14: The fast way to do the Camino, with pilgrim Paul
BECOMING A PILGRIM WHILE ON THE CAMINO
After completing the Camino from Sarria to Santiago, Paul from Ireland is getting ready to do the Camino Primitivo the fast way. This isn't for everyone, and it brings up some good questions, like:
>> What is a pilgrim?
>> Do you have to be a pilgrim to "do" the Camino?
>> Is it possible to become a pilgrim?
>> Whose opinion matter
S3 Ep 15: Author Beebe Bahrami shares her unique perspective on the Camino Francés
DO YOU KNOW WHERE YOU ARE?!?!?
This is a question I frequently ask first-time pilgrims on the Camino Francés, as we walk together on this ancient pilgrimage path.
Beebe Bahrami, author of the Moon Camino de Santiago guidebook knows the answer, and she shares the history, culture, and context of the Camino Francés in her beautiful guide to sacred sites, historic villages, and local food and wine.
I
S3 Ep 16: Take a walk of faith with pilgrim Nidia
TURNING TRIALS INTO BLESSINGS
Nidia from Utah, USA, shares her story of turning incredible trials into blessings, plus how and why she is preparing to walk the Camino Francés in 2024.
Faith is a choice, she says, and life itself is a pilgrimage. Find out about the "power of gathering" and how religion can bring you peace. You will also hear another approach to visiting the Cruz de Ferro, or Cross
S3 Ep 17: Walking the Camino for pilgrim Kaye
SUCCESS AND FAILURE ON THE CAMINO
Meet Kaye from Australia! She and I had a fun conversation about spirituality, and we discovered we share a love for asking some of the deeper questions.
In this episode we explore questions like:
>> Who are you walking the Camino for?
>> Why are you walking now, and who is doing the walking?
>> When is the best time to walk the Camino for you?
S3 Ep 18: To book or not to book (accommodations on the Camino)
START THE CONVERSATION: TO BOOK OR NOT-TO BOOK ON THE CAMINO
In this episode I share a preview audio session on booking accommodations on the Camino from my Camino Francés Getting Started Audio Guide.
Let's look at . . .
>> the different types of accommodations available on the Camino
>> which places accept reservations
>> when you should book
>> how to find places to sta
S3 Ep 19: How to use guidebooks and apps to plan your Camino, plus . . .
SOMETHING SPECIAL FOR YOU
In this episode I share with you one of the audio sessions for my signature program, the Camino Francés Getting Started Audio Guide, which will be available for 25% off the regular price for three days starting on December 1, 2023 (Saturday the 2nd in Australia and New Zealand).
The sample audio session in this episode is on how to use the most popular guidebooks and apps
S3 Ep 20: After the Camino with Dawn & Fiona
FINAL EPISODE OF SEASON THREE!
It's time to catch up with Dawn and Fiona from Australia, who we met in season three, episode three. These two peregrinas walked the Camino Francés in August and September this year.
You will hear how their plans unfolded and if booking all their accommodations in advance turned out to be the best way for them to do this . . . and what they would do differently next
S4 Ep 1: Fear and courage on the Camino de Santiago
6 WAYS TO MOVE PAST YOUR CAMINO-RELATED FEARS
When you think of walking the Camino de Santiago, what fears or concerns come up? What is slowing you down from going after your dream of walking the Camino?
In this first episode of season four, I am going to be talking about the fear that often surrounds walking the Camino for the first time, and how to find the courage to do it anyway. I will share
S4 Ep 2: Meet Pilgrim and Mirthologist Tiffany
"I DESERVE THIS"
You give and give and give . . . and then one day you ask, What about me?
What happens when you finally decide you matter just as much as everyone else?
For Tiffany, the answer was you go for a walk on the Camino de Santiago. And then you take on the next dream, and the dream after that one.
Find out how Tiffany went from preschool teacher to dementia caregiver, from caregiver to
S4 Ep3: The spiritual practice of pilgrimage with Dr. Edward Viljoen
IS THE CAMINO, FOR YOU, A PILGRIMAGE?
If yes, then this episode is for you! Here are some of the questions we explore, with my guest, spiritual teacher and pilgrimage guide, Dr. Edward Viljoen:
>> What calls us to go on a pilgrimage?
>> What happens on pilgrimage, really?
>> Why is the pilgrimage experience the same yet different for each person?
>> How do you prepare y
S4 Ep 5: Finding courage and inspiration with pilgrim Danielle
TRACY'S BACKPACK IS HEADED BACK TO THE CAMINO!
Join me as we explore the inspiring story of Tracy's backpack and meet the next person to take it on pilgrimage on the Camino Francés.
Danielle and I explore such challenging questions as
>> What are the "rules" for this pilgrimage?
>> What if you don't make it to Santiago?
>> How do you build the courage to get past your Camino-a
S4 Ep 6: When the time is NOW, with pilgrim Joshua
WHEN IT'S TIME . . . IT'S TIME!
In this episode we hear from Josh from Corpus Christi, Texas, who is on his way to the airport as this episode releases.
Josh heard the Camino call and said a quick yes. How quick? Ah, just wait. I love what Josh said – he realized he had to stop looking for reasons not to walk the Camino and just go. Now.
During our conversation I will also introduce you to my favo
S4 Ep 7: An easier than expected walk for pilgrim Judith
WHAT MAKES FOR A "PERFECT" CAMINO?
Pilgrim Judith walked from Sarria to Santiago over 11 days, and found her footing pretty easily. Was it the perfect Camino experience? What would she do differently the next time? How does it feel to walk into Santiago?
Find out in this episode of the YOU on the Camino podcast.
Related: Did you catch my first conversation with Judith, in season three, episode 10?
S4 Ep 8: Pilgrim David Ault reminds us that "solutions already exist" on the Camino
THE CAMINO PROVIDES - WHAT DOES THAT REALLY MEAN?
Usually my guests are people getting ready to walk the Camino for the first time. They have lots of questions plus touching and inspiring stories.
This week I am happy to host David Ault, teacher, writer, adventurer, and visionary leader who has walked two of routes of the Camino de Santiago. His most recent walk, in summer 2023, was to raise funds
S4 Ep 9: The value of second chances with Pilgrim Nysie
A SURPRISINGLY LONG WALK, GIVEN THE CIRCUMSTANCES
Nysie has a new lease on life after years of living with a debilitating illness. And she is celebrating her second chance by making the journey from Le Puy-en-Velay to Saint Jean Pied de Port on the Chemin de Saint-Jacques, and then from there to Santiago de Compostela on the Camino Francés.
Nysie knows ahead of time that she won’t be walking every
S4 Ep 10: Pilgrim Melissa shares her "perfect" Camino fantasy
HOW TO HAVE THE "PERFECT" CAMINO EXPERIENCE
We all have ideas of what walking the Camino is going to be like. It's hard not to, with all the YouTube videos, blogs, books, and movies about the Camino de Santiago out there.
What is your idea of a "perfect" Camino?
In this episode we explore that question and also bust some myths about the meseta, or high plain, that stretches from Burgos to León on
S4 Ep 11 Pilgrim Catherine takes her love for the land to the Camino
BEAUTY AND WONDER ON THE CAMINO
Catherine of First Nation in Canada knows the truth about the land and our role in caring for the earth. She is eager to walk through Portugal and Spain to discover the rich diversity of what grows in their soils.
Join me as we explore the Anishinaabe teaching of the Four Hills and how walking the Camino fits into this deep exploration of life's journey.
WALK WITH
S4 Ep 12: Pilgrim Kate plans two Caminos in one
WHEN YOU JUST NEED TO GET AWAY
My guest today is Kate from Australia who will be leaving soon to walk the Camino Francés from Saint Jean Pied de Port. As she tells her story, you are going to hear that she is actually planning two Caminos at the same time!
Kate has some great tips for us on what not to do when you are training for the Camino, and we have a fun chat about what to do with eight days
S4 Ep 13: It's time to dream big again with pilgrim Cinda
AGAINST ALL ODDS
Wait until you hear this story. So inspiring. It truly is time to dream big again.
Keep an eye out for Cinda and Persie on the Camino Frances in April and May!
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Discover all the big decisions you will need to make and the steps you will take to get you from where you are now – saying yes to your dream – all the way to your starting point. Yo
S4 Ep 14: A father & son Camino experience with pilgrim John
PONDERING ON THE CAMINHO PORTUGUESE
In this episode you are going to hear from John from Canada, who will be walking the Portuguese route in May. As you will hear, John is looking ahead to his next decade and pondering what it will look like.
We talk about some practical considerations, such as the debate between taking a rain jacket or a poncho, if you really need trekking poles, and what to do i
S4 Ep 15: A multi-destination pilgrimage with pilgrim Roger
SANTIAGO + FÁTIMA + LOURDES
After an unexpected and devastating loss, the whole family is in on the Camino plans.
Learn how pilgrim Roger will make the journey to three major pilgrimage sites, in Spain, Portugal, and France.
VISIT BURGOS ON THE CAMINO FRANCÉS
Visit the beautiful Catedral de Burgos: https://catedraldeburgos.es/
Visit the Atapuerca dig site: https://www.atapuerca.org/
GET YOUR F
S4 Ep 16: A mother's heart on pilgrimage with pilgrim Natalie
TROUBLE AT HOME WHILE ON PILGRIMAGE
What if something happens at home while you are away on a pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela? What do you do when someone you love is in trouble, hundreds or thousands of miles away?
My guest today is going to share her real life experience with that very thing.
In this episode you are going to meet Natalie from near Portland, Oregon in the US. Her Camino stor
S4 Ep 17: Pilgrim Adam walks his way to mental health
***CONTENT WARNING***
We are talking about some difficult topics in this episode, including mental health, suicide, and human trafficking.
If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts or is in a crisis situation, please know that help is available. If you are in the US, you can call 988 from any phone to access the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.
If you are outside of the US, ther
S4 Ep 18: The realities of Camino planning and FOMO with pilgrim Natasha
HOW DO YOU MAKE THE "RIGHT" DECISIONS FOR YOUR CAMINO?
The ongoing dilemma: how to see everything on your first pilgrimage, or how to tame that fear of missing out.
My guest in this episode is Natasha, and she loves to plan travel. She will share with us how that planning journey has been going and the role FOMO is playing in the process. We also touch on the topic of loss, but it’s not the kind o
S4 Ep 19: Meet US veteran Paul, a "Warrior on the Way"
TRIGGER WARNING: In this episode we touch on the subject of suicide among military veterans.
If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts or is in a crisis situation, please know that help is available. If you are in the US, you can call 988 from any phone to access the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. Additional resources are listed below.
US Veteran Paul has been selected to join
S4 Ep 20: Spring 2024 updates from the trail
FINAL EPISODE OF SEASON FOUR!
Thank you for joining me for this fourth season of the YOU on the Camino de Santiago podcast. I hope you have enjoyed the season and are many steps closer to taking your first steps on your chosen Camino route.
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S5 Ep 1: Should walking the Camino come with a warning label?
SHOULD WALKING THE CAMINO COME WITH A WARNING LABEL?
In season five of the YOU on the Camino de Santiago podcast you are going to hear some amazing stories of perseverance, courage, determination, adventure, and community. Stories of shared meals, life-changing conversations, and new friendships, trail tested and built to last.
You are also going to hear that things didn’t always go as planned. In
S5 Ep 2: Trail angels + perseverance = Cinda on the Camino Francés
PILGRIMS HELPING PILGRIMS, THAT'S HOW IT'S DONE
Cinda’s story shows us that trail angels are everywhere. In fact, YOU might be a trail angel to someone on the Way. What gifts do you have to give?
Cinda shares with us how training walks do and don’t prepare you for the rigors of walking the Camino. She discovers the joy of movement and the delight of connecting with others who are headed in the sam
S5 Ep 3: Pilgrim Nidia takes a walk of faith and love
. . . ABOUT THE WEATHER
Nidia's story shows us that having an incredible, life-impacting pilgrimage on the Camino de Santiago isn't dependent on the weather. What is it dependent on?
Listen in to hear Nidia's moving and inspiring stories of love, faith, and connection.
To listen to Nidia's before-the-Camino interview, check out episode 16 in season three.
GO FROM CAMINO DREAM TO REALITY
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