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The Camino CafeThe Camino Calls Us Back, No Matter How Far We Wander with Rocco Rossi2026 Camino Walks with the Camino Cafe Podcast - with Leigh and Rocco: Email mailto:leighbrennan+caminocafe@gmail.comThis week's show is sponsored by Airas Nunes:https://maps.app.goo.gl/bWr3YE8AveXj47zt6If you like the work that's being done on The Camino Cafe Podcast, I'd be honored if you supported me through "Buy Me a Coffee" :https://buymeacoffee.com/caminocafepodcastThe Camino Cafe podcast makes an exciting return as host Leigh Brennan welcomes listeners ba...2025-04-1826 min
The Camino Cafe121- Camino News Update August 2024 - Global Camino, Tasmanian and Norte Caminos, The Way, My Way Update, Tips for Santiago, Pilgrim House Turns 10, and more!Global Camino https://www.waytostjames.com.au/https://www.facebook.com/waytostjamescygnet/Tasmanian Camino and Global Camion Website:https://www.waytostjames.com.au/Camino Cafe Podcast Interview with Ella, Denise, and Denishttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/119-the-neal-family-walking-the-camino-a/id1562037974?i=1000666935472Follow the Neal Family on IG for their upcoming Camino walk starting September 1sthttps://www.instagram.com/neals4fibro/Video about their upcoming walk:https://youtu.be/CtVm6sh3QVo?si=AjbyE3Yb4_6Pc0BBNeal Family's Bloghttps://thewaytoacure.w...2024-08-3115 min
The Camino Cafe118 - The Future of the Camino: Is it Overrated and Overcrowded? - with Special Guest Host, Reino Gevers of Living to Be Podcast, and guests Johnnie Walker Santiago and Leigh BrennanSpecial episode this week with Guest Host, Reino Gevers, from the Living To Be Podcast. Walking the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route in northwestern Spain has surged in popularity, drawing nearly half a million pilgrims this year alone. However, as its fame grows, so do concerns about whether the Camino is becoming a victim of its own success. Has it now become overrated and overcrowded?In this episode, we talk to Camino veterans Leigh Brennan and Johnny Walker, two expats living in Santiago de Compostela, on the latest Camino developments. Leigh hosts the popular Camino Cafe podcast...2024-08-2545 min
The Camino Cafe112 - Camino News Update 3/13/24 with Leigh Brennan, Johnnie Walker, Lindsay Teychenne, Rosco Tolman, Sven Kaven, and Russ EanesThis week's Camino News Update - 3/13/24! It's a great one! Pilgrims, this is a really can't-miss episode! Loads of news, tips, and updates from Johnniewalker Santiago Rosco Tolman Sven Kaven Lindsay Teychenne Russ Eanes - From Santiago, San Antonio, Mozárabe, Route to Finisterre, Camino Portuguese, and more. Thanks to the amazing team pulling this show together each week. Don't worry, Rocco Rossi will be back with us soon during his next walk from a surprise route! More, too, next week from the American Pilgrims on the Camino Gathering! Buen Camino! Check out the episode on YouTube to s...2024-03-1312 min
The Camino Cafe111 - Camino News Update 3/6/24 - Featuring Santiago, Camino Mozarabe, Pilgrim House, San Martin Pinario, Pilgrim Photos of the Week, Age in Spain, Camino Angel Award Winners, and more…..https://www.facebook.com/alberguelabiznagaFeaturing Santiago, Camino Mozarabe, Pilgrim House, San Martin Pinario, Pilgrim Photos of the Week, Age in Spain, Camino Angel Award Winners, and more…..with:Johnnie Walker SantiagoLeigh BrennanRocco RossiLindsay Teychenne Links:Camino Angel Winner- Juan José Sierra from El Camino de La Lana desde Valenciahttps://www.caminolanavalencia.es/Gonzalo Salvado Conga 7https://www.instagram.com/conga__7?igsh=MThodHo5bmZkaXQ1bw==Tanya Valdes:La Cala Inn - A Pilgrims Innhttps://lacalainn.com/2024-03-0612 minThe Camino Cafe108 - Camino News Update 2/28/24 The movie, "The Way, My Way", Santiago, Fátima, Mozarabe, Sanabres, and more!Join Leigh Brennan, Johnnie Walker Santiago, Rocco Rossi, and Lindsay Teychenne as they bring you the latest news from the Camino. Here's the link for the full trailer for the movie, " My Way, The Way".https://youtu.be/eIYrEBQhLEQ?si=-YgyLgbRmRwLGzVzSupport the showConnect with Leigh:Camino News Update https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9jRyUVnjI4WJMbM7rEbXW9ycGuQwm8Ae&si=vKPxgrYLQfyC_m4HSubscribe to our YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6VN9ze3z61n6tRLtDXWuQw2024-02-2812 min
The Camino Cafe107 - Camino News Update 2/21/24 Fátima, Santiago, Sanabres, Mozarabe and more!Coming to you from Fátima, Santiago, Sanabres, Mozarabe, and more! Updates from Leigh Brennan, Johnnie Walker, Rocco Rossi, and Lindsay Teychenne. Support the showConnect with Leigh:Camino News Update https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9jRyUVnjI4WJMbM7rEbXW9ycGuQwm8Ae&si=vKPxgrYLQfyC_m4HSubscribe to our YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6VN9ze3z61n6tRLtDXWuQwFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thecaminocafepodcast/The Camino Cafe's intro and outro song with thanks to fellow Pi...2024-02-2210 min
The Camino Cafe106 - Camino News Update 2/14/24 with Leigh Brennan and Johnnie WalkerNew Podcast Episode - 105 with Andy Hollway and Simon Burn https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/105-somewhere-along-the-way-the-upcoming/id1562037974?i=1000645050878Support the documentary - CAMINO DOCUMENTARY: Somewhere Along The Way - GoFundMehttps://www.simonburncreative.com/camino-documentary-film-2024Sign up to Walk with Dan and team:https://www.danmullinsmusic.com/walkLearn more about the CAMINO DOCUMENTARY: Somewhere Along The Wayhttps://www.simonburncreative.com/camino-documentary-film-2024El Trebol - Empanadashttps://maps.app.goo.gl/yimxqqgNmzVyt5W16Support the showConnect with Leig...2024-02-1410 min
The Camino Cafe104 - Camino News Update 2/7/24 with Leigh Brennan & Johnnie WalkerSurvey Posts were on the following Facebook Pages:Camino Pilgrim International Discussion Grouphttps://www.facebook.com/groups/confraternitysaintjames/Camino de Santiago All Routeshttps://www.facebook.com/groups/544764125895308/The Camino Cafe Podcast Grouphttps://www.facebook.com/groups/CaminoCafe/Support the showConnect with Leigh:Camino News Update 2024-02-0710 min
The Camino Cafe103 - Camino News Update 1/31/24 with Leigh Brennan & Johnnie WalkerGREAT CHURROS IN SANTIAGO:CHUORE https://maps.app.goo.gl/SH3Bsw4iZb1x3QrY6Support the showConnect with Leigh:Camino News Update https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9jRyUVnjI4WJMbM7rEbXW9ycGuQwm8Ae&si=vKPxgrYLQfyC_m4HSubscribe to our YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6VN9ze3z61n6tRLtDXWuQwFollow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thecaminocafepodcast/The Camino Cafe's intro and outro song with thanks to fellow Pilgrim, J...2024-01-3110 min
The Camino Cafe102 - Finding Harmony in Silence: Dan Mullins' Journey Through Vocal Loss and Creative TriumphWhen life handed Dan Mullins a silence he'd never asked for, it wasn't the silence of peace but of challenge—a virus had stolen his singing voice, casting a shadow over his musical career. But from the depths of that quiet time, a story of resilience and reinvention emerged, which Dan shares openly in our latest episode. It's a testament to the power of the human spirit, chronicling his journey from the devastating diagnosis following the aftermath of a virus to the discovery of a richer, more captivating sound that's now the hallmark of his music.Struck by...2024-01-311h 01
The Camino Cafe101 - Camino News Update 1/24/24 with Leigh Brennan & Johnnie WalkerCamino News Update 1/17/24 with Leigh Brennan & Johnnie WalkerThis week’s Links:Protest March “In Defence of the Sea” https://www.lavozdegalicia.es/noticia/somosmar/2024/01/21/manifestacion-defensa-futuro-mar-santiago/00031705837358555550499.htmA Novena Portahttps://maps.app.goo.gl/8qacgofYUnULDsvQ8Walk with Dan Mullinshttps://www.danmullinsmusic.com/walkSupport the showConnect with Leigh:Camino News Update https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9jRyUVnjI4WJMbM7rEbXW9ycGuQwm8Ae&si=vKPxgrYLQfyC_m4HSubscribe to our YouTube Channel https://www.yout...2024-01-2412 min
The Camino Cafe99 - Camino News Update 1/17/24 with Leigh Brennan & Johnnie WalkerLess than a 10-minute listen but packed with useful Camino Info! This week’s episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/Xj0j-dO8QKs?si=bLGNM_tUJQnNt4x9Last Week’s Episode on YouTube:https://youtu.be/pfoginR_uLg?si=RUYEimEOt5quYyEeMass time finder:Misas.org Forecast in Spain (free version):https://www.eltiempo.es/Volunteering at the Pilgrim Office:info@acologíacristianaenelcamino.esaseguracristianaenloscaminosdesantiago.orgSupport the showConnect with Leigh:2024-01-1709 min
The Camino Cafe98 - Camino Update 1/10/24 with Leigh Brennan & Johnnie WalkerHere's the first episode of our new weekly show, "Camino Update". This week's episode is a 12-minute listen and features news about the Camino, news from Santiago with Johnnie Walker, an interview with Camino author, Anne Born, who just walked the Camino Ingles, information about a new restaurant in Santiago, plus an exciting new Instagram account featuring foods of the Camino, and much more! Let us know what you want to see more of or if you have an interesting piece of Camino news we may consider for a future show! To Connect with Johnnie Walker Santiago 2024-01-0912 min
The Camino Cafe90 - 20 Camino Questions with the CaminoTellers - Tips, laughs & more!Ricky and Erica from CaminoTellers are back to play 20 Camino Questions. We met up on Rua Nova in Casco histórico in Santiago de Compostela. CaminoTellers:https://www.youtube.com/@UCBv1u5CGOtBuxtjhxBcg98A The Journey Within Book:https://www.amazon.com/Journey-Within-Journal-Camino-Santiago/dp/8409519488?ref_=ast_author_mpbThe Camino Cafe Podcast - Connect with Leigh:Join our private Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/216352732761518Watch The Camino Cafe Podcast on Youtubehttps://youtu.be/6kJ_1iI_Fm...2023-07-2407 min
The Camino Cafe89 - Who are the CaminoTellers? Meet Ricky & Erica and hear how it all started!Meet Ricky and Erica from CaminoTellers. They just arrived in Santiago after walking and live streaming across Spain. We sat down at Mori Cafés Especiais in old town to discuss how they became digital story tellers. They created a wonderful journal to accompany you on your next walk. Links below. https://www.youtube.com/@UCBv1u5CGOtBuxtjhxBcg98A The Journey Within Book:https://www.amazon.com/Journey-Within-Journal-Camino-Santiago/dp/8409519488?ref_=ast_author_mpbThe Camino Cafe Podcast - Connect with Leigh:Joi...2023-07-2411 min
The Camino Cafe88 - John Brierley - Ch 1 - "The Camino: A Path of Awakening" - The DocuseriesYouTube Version https://youtu.be/DlaVlJXJERsIt was in John’s last wishes that Leigh Brennan and Patti Silva document the most important pieces of wisdom he gained from walking the Camino paths for over a quarter of a century. This project grew into this docuseries of several short but poignant video messages for Pilgrims of the Camino de Santiago. This is the first chapter of the multipart series. John stated the driving thought behind the title of this chapter by saying, “The Camino as a Path of Awakening: This is, perhaps, the easiest to grasp...2023-07-1704 min
The Camino Cafe87 - Russ Eanes - Maybe a Walk in Italy is Next after hearing about the Pilgrim Paths to AssisiRuss Eanes is back with his new book about the Pilgrim Paths to Assisi! Maybe a walk in Italy will be on your list after hearing this discussion. Russ is a US-based pilgrim. This is his second book. His first was about the Camino de Santiago.The first Camino Cafe Podcast episode with Russ (Season 1, Episode 34)https://www.buzzsprout.com/1751717/9223929-russ-eanes-walk-of-a-lifetime-better-to-die-with-your-memories-than-your-dreams.mp3?download=trueLinks mentioned in the interview:NY Times Article featuring Russ:https://www.nytimes.com/2023/05/12/business/retirement-entrepreneurs-social-security.htmlFacebook Live event with Russ FB Live event: h...2023-07-1035 min
The Camino Cafe86 - Gabriel's Camino - A hero's journey fueled by an unstoppable team from around the worldBonus - Match "voices to faces" by checking out this episode on our YouTube Channel:https://youtu.be/3caMqElwCrQThis interview was filmed on location outdoors in Santiago. Please excuse the background noise! Imagine achieving the unthinkable. Refusing to let a diagnosis of Cerebral Palsy stop you. This is Gabriel’s Camino. A 4-year quest to achieve a dream even when the odds were against him. He, along with his trusted and dedicated teacher, Kym, set out to accomplish what few would even try. Together, they assembled an international team of pilgrims who put aside the...2023-04-2847 min
The Camino Cafe85 - Steve and Carol - 20 Camino QuestionsSteve and Carol are back to play 20 Camino Questions! Check out the video of this interview:https://youtu.be/Z-XO8nnRpZs ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Please check out our new show, "Good Morning, Santiago"! It's exclusively here on YouTube:)https://youtu.be/cNLAk8w0ZNcPlease share this episode with your friends and give us a "thumbs up" if you like this interview!++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Connect with Leigh:Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6VN9ze3z61n6tRLtDXWuQwJoin our private Facebook Group https://www.facebook.c...2023-03-2115 min
The Camino Cafe84 - Camino Cafe Road Trip - Albergue Peregrinos Ribadiso tour with Carol & SteveSteve and Carol are back to take us on a tour of Albergue Peregrinos Ribadiso . Check out our Youtube page to view the video version of this interview:https://youtu.be/oUcDP2QD0U0 Ribadiso Volunteer Info with APOChttps://americanpilgrims.org/ribadiso/++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Please check out our new show, "Good Morning, Santiago"! It's exclusively here on YouTube:)https://youtu.be/cNLAk8w0ZNcPlease share this episode with your friends and give us a "thumbs up" if you like this interview!++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Connect with Leigh:2023-03-2019 min
The Camino Cafe82 - Vedran Prazen - 20 Camino QuestionsVedran Prazen plays 20 Camino Questions. Loads and loads of great tips for walking in this short episode! To connect with Vedran and Camino Croatia:https://caminocroatia.com/https://www.instagram.com/caminocroatia/https://www.facebook.com/groups/caminocroatiaConnect with Leigh at The Camino Cafe Podcast:Please check out our new show, Good Morning, Santiago! It's exclusively on YouTube:)Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6VN9ze3z61n6tRLtDXWuQwJoin our private F...2023-03-1907 min
The Camino Cafe81 - Camino Croatia and Camino Frances with Vedran and PiaAfter this interview, all I can think about it walking a Camino in Croatia! I think you'll see why after you meet Vedran Prazen, an eight-time Camino veteran, and Pia Veronika Klinac, a 15-year-old first-time Pilgrim in this interview. recorded in Santiago. Vedran is one of the key people involved in revitalizing the Croatian Camino paths. His personal story is so inspiring from overcoming major health challenges to falling in love on the Camino! His insights on how the Camino is like "getting to peek into the keyhole of paradise" and how the walk feels like an "internal shower"...2023-03-0348 min
The Camino Cafe80 - Brien Crothers - 20 Camino Questions - Camino Child - experienced pilgrim, adventure racer, published Camino author talksCamino Author, Brien Crothers, is back to play 20 Camino Questions! Brien's book, Camino Child: https://www.amazon.com/Camino-Child-Brien-Crothers/dp/1958637033/ref=sr_1_1?crid=27VSOOWUJCW5X&keywords=brien+crothers&qid=1664023091&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIyLjY5IiwicXNhIjoiMS41OSIsInFzcCI6IjEuNTkifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=Brien+cr%2Caps%2C475&sr=8-1Please share this episode with your friends and give us a 5-star rating if you like this project!Connect with Leigh at The Camino Cafe Podcast:Please check out our new show, Good Morning, Santiago! It's exclusively on YouTube:)2023-02-2713 min
The Camino Cafe79 - Brien Crothers - Camino Child - experienced pilgrim, adventure racer, published Camino author talksWhat fun it was to chat with Camino Author, Brien Crothers, when he arrived in Santiago from finishing a Camino! During this chat, we discussed his previous adventure racing, major hikes he's completed around the world, his four Caminos, and of course, his new Camino book! I really enjoyed this chat and hope you to as well! Catch our game of 20 Camino Questions available here and on Youtube! Brien's book: https://www.amazon.com/Camino-Child-Brien-Crothers/dp/1958637033/ref=sr_1_1?crid=27VSOOWUJCW5X&keywords=brien+crothers&qid=1664023091&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIyLjY5IiwicXNhIjoiMS41OSIsInFzcCI6IjEuNTkifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=Brien+cr...2023-02-2637 min
The Camino Cafe78 - Nancy Reynolds - 20 Camino Questions - #caminodesantiago #caminofrances #podcast #camino #walkNancy Reynolds is back to play 20 Camino Questions! This one is jam-packed with great tips!Nancy's website:https://thecaminoexperience.com/Nancy's Podcast:https://youonthecamino.podbean.com/?fbclid=IwAR0CUqNkF6Zlxp--Q30rgfte0LaiD-1NsWI63oCa2VWFdk21tGeX4-F3K08 Also, please check out our new show, Good Morning, Santiago! It's exclusively on YouTube:)Please share this episode with your friends and give us a 5-star rating if you like this project!Connect with Leigh at The Camino Cafe Podcast:Good Morning, Santiago2023-02-2621 min
The Camino Cafe77 - Nancy Reynolds - "You on the Camino de Santiago" - A Pilgrim, a guide, and now a podcaster looks back at her experiences walking the CaminoIn this episode, I welcome Camino Pilgrim and Guide, Nancy Reynolds, to the podcast! Nancy recently started a terrific new Camino Podcast, "You on the Camino de Santiago". Her podcast is dedicated to helping give first-time walkers tips and advice for walking a Camino. In addition to discussing her podcast, we also chat about how her pilgrimages helped her to see the best version of herself, how the Camino helped her grow into a deeper sense of self "like", how she began to recognize the gifts she had to offer others, and the power of bearing witness while walking wit...2023-02-2634 min
The Camino Cafe75 - Bill Bennett & Jennifer Cluff - Big Camino news plus their new film "Facing Fear" #caminofrancesAcclaimed Filmmakers and Camino Pilgrims, Bill and Jennifer, were back on the Camino again...and they had a big announcement for us when we chatted in the Cathedral plaza in Santiago. "Facing Fear"Trailer -https://vimeo.com/728686994My Way, The Wayhttps://www.amazon.com/Way-My-Bill-Bennett-ebook/dp/B00FB313KC"PGS – Intuition is your Personal Guidance System"Trailer - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6XCeQW2qIuQWatch - https://www.pgsthemovie.com/Bill's websitehttps://www.billbennett.com.au/Bill's Bloghttps://pgsth...2023-01-1714 min
The Camino Cafe74 - John Brierley - 20 Camino Questions - Bonus Content - Camino de SantiagoSeason 4 opened with Camino Legend, John Brierley. Here's our bonus content where we play 20 Camino Questions! John's books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/John-Brierley/author/B0034NMO4A/allbooks?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=trueAlso, please check out our new show, Good Morning, Santiago! It's exclusively on YouTube:)Please share this episode with your friends and give us a 5-star rating if you like this project!Connect with Leigh at The Camino Cafe Podcast:Good Morning, Santiago2023-01-0912 min
The Camino Cafe73 - John Brierley - The Inner Journey and Bringing the Camino Back HomeSeason 4 opens with Camino Legend, John Brierley. A chance visit to the St. Jean area for vacation led to a transformation in John's life. This transformation resulted in him becoming a Camino pioneer writing over 60 Camino guidebooks. John's books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/John-Brierley/author/B0034NMO4A/allbooks?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=trueAlso, please check out our new show, Good Morning, Santiago! It's exclusively on YouTube:)Please share this episode with your friends and give us a 5-star rating if you like this project!2023-01-0957 min
The Camino Cafe72 - Pilgrims in Santiago - Meet Jorge, Miriam, Steve, and JohnThree short interviews filmed on location with four pilgrims who arrived recently in Santiago! You can see the interviews on our YouTube Channel! Also, please check out our new show, Good Morning, Santiago! It's exclusively on YouTube:)Please share this episode with your friends and give us a 5-star rating if you like this project! Subscribe to our YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6VN9ze3z61n6tRLtDXWuQwJoin our private Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/216352732761518The Camino Cafe's intro and outro song was m...2022-12-0332 min
The Camino Cafe71 - Carlota Valenzuela - "Finisterre to Jerusalem" - UpdateMany of you have been asking for an update on Carlota, so here it is! She's just about to reach her goal destination. As a reminder, she's the 29-Year-old Spanish Resident currently walking a year-long, 6,000km+ pilgrimage from Finisterre to Jerusalem. As of this episode, she's been walking for over 10 months. She has some great stories about body image and meeting with a super famous person in Rome! This is our 4th interview with Carlota. If you want to go back and start from the beginning, here are the links for the earlier episodes:Video Ver...2022-11-1636 min
The Camino Cafe70 - Stacey Wittig - 20 Camino Questions - Bonus Content- Camino De SantiagoCheck out the full podcast interview with Stacey - Season 3, Episode 5 - available here and on YouTube along with Behind-the-Scenes and bonus video of this "20 Camino Questions" episode with Stacey. Connect with Stacey:Stacey's books: https://www.amazon.com/Stacey-Wittig/e/B00J4WUOR4?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1666971633&sr=1-1Stacey's Website:https://unstoppablestaceytravel.com/Connect with Leigh at The Camino Cafe Podcast:YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6VN9ze3z61n6tRLtDXWuQwFacebook ht...2022-11-0313 min
The Camino Cafe69 - Mike Gardner - 20 Camino Questions - Bonus Content! "Miracles on the Camino" - Camino de SantiagoBonus Content with Mike Gardner author of Miracles on the Camino. Hear our full interview on Season 3, Episode 4. Connect with Mike:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTthgEsMok8NPryU_Wc7bYAMiracles on the Camino:https://www.amazon.com/MIRACLES-CAMINO-uplifting-pilgrimage-Santiago-ebook/dp/B07JFL3YFC/ref=sr_1_1?crid=FMT0TB00Q0BH&keywords=miracles+on+the+camino&qid=1666385408&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIwLjAwIiwicXNhIjoiMC4wMCIsInFzcCI6IjAuMDAifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=miracles+on+the+camino%2Caps%2C165&sr=8-1Connect with Leigh at The Camino Cafe Podcast:YouTube Channel https://w...2022-11-0208 min
The Camino Cafe68 - Tara Marlow - 20 Camino Questions - Bonus Content! Camino de Santiago, Camino FrancesBonus Content with Tara Marlow from Episode 3 of Season 3. If you like this bonus content be sure to catch our full episode. Both the full podcast and 20 Camino Questions are also available on our YouTube channel (link below).Connect with Tara:Tara's Book - Camino Wandering available on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3z68xYZ➜ WEBSITE: https://www.taramarlowauthor.com ➜ NEWSLETTER: https://www.thecrackpotwriter.com/newsletter/➜ FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/taramarlowauthor➜ INSTAGRAM: https://w...2022-11-0208 min
The Camino Cafe67 - Stacey Wittig - Unstoppable Stacey - Camino De SantiagoToday’s guest is “Unstoppable, Stacey”, a pilgrim and author from Flagstaff, Arizona. I’ve been thinking a lot about her story since I recorded our interview. She has not let a near-fatal accident that resulted in a brain injury stop her from doing the thing she loves to do most which is to travel. She’s walked several Caminos and has written Camino guidebooks. Let’s listen to Stacey tell her story, share her insights about walking, and tells us about a Pilgrimage in the US called the Wisconsin Way. Stacey inspires me and I think she will inspire many...2022-10-281h 04
The Camino Cafe66 - Mike Gardner - Miracles on the Camino - Camino de SantiagoOur guest today, Mike Gardner, shares his inspirational story, the unexpected ways his faith was restored from walking, and the magic he began to see again both in the world and in people. Mike is originally from the UK and now lives in Spain. He’s an accomplished sports journalist and author. His book about the Camino is called Miracles on the Camino During the interview, we discuss the inspiring true stories he collected as he walked and later published as a book. I was mesmerized by both Mike and his stories. Now, let’s hear Mike share...2022-10-2154 min
The Camino Cafe65 - Kevin Donahue - 20 Camino Questions - Bonus Content Repeat - Camino De SantiagoThis is a repeat episode of 20 Camino Questions with Kevin Donahue! Connect with Leigh at The Camino Cafe Podcast:The Camino Cafe Podcast channel on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6VN9ze3z61n6tRLtDXWuQwFacebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/216352732761518The Camino Cafe's intro and outro song was made possible with the generosity of fellow Pilgrim, Jackson Maloney.Original Song - "Finnis Terre" - written and performed by Jackson Maloney - Pilgrim, Singer, Musician, and Songwriter.2022-10-1412 min
The Camino Cafe64 - Tara Marlow - Camino WanderingTara Marlow - Camino Wandering, available on Amazon. From Leigh - Through walking a Camino we see firsthand that we can trust in abundance vs scarcity….that there’s enough for all of us. There’s no shortage of Camino Magic or Camino Angles for we Pilgrims. There will be a place to sleep, a cafe for a warm cafe con Leche, the strength found to finish a tough climb, courage rising up to help you go on when your body just wants to quit, just a kilometer or so down the road something will help you keep go...2022-10-1250 min
The Camino Cafe62 - Kevin Donahue - Sacred StepsIntro with Leigh (0:00 - 4:18)Interview with Kevin (4:19-59:00)Kevin Donahue, an American pilgrim based in Florida, is the host of the popular Sacred Steps podcast and author of the book, Sacred Steps: A Pilgrimage Journal. Kevin began walking pilgrimages in 2019 and since then has completed walks in Spain, the UK, the US, and more. Kevin is a wonderful storyteller and this episode is packed with great stories and tips for walking the Camino!To connect more with Kevin:https://www.sacredstepspodcast.com/Kevin's book:https://www.sacredstepsbook.com/2022-10-0659 min
The Camino Cafe60 - María Seco - Teaching Spanish to enhance the Camino experience for PilgrimsMaría Seco, from Spanish for The Camino, is back at The Camino Cafe! I love how her life journey has come full circle. She grew up near The Camino, went to University in Santiago de Compostela, walked her first Camino after teaching for several years, and then became an entrepreneur and author. Her business, Spanish for the Camino, helps enhance a Pilgrim's Spanish-speaking skills towards enriching the overall Camino experience both culturally and functionally. She just published her first book titled, Mi primer Camino de Santiago. The book provides a wonderful way to learn more Spanish words and phrase...2022-06-2457 min
The Camino Cafe59 - Eirené Archolekas - The Power of Pilgrimage during life's crossroadsEirené is a NY-based Pilgrim that walked the Camino Portuguese in the Spring of 2022. This conversation goes deep into spirituality and how expressive art may very well help you enhance the processing of your Camino experience. Eirené is no stranger to Pilgrimage as she walked to Jerusalem years prior to her Camino. Eirené's story shows the power of how a Pilgrimage can help us when we feel we are at one of life's crossroads. I loved talking with Eirené as she keeps things real and her creative artistic traits bring her stories to life. Check out her upcoming work...2022-06-241h 00
The Camino Cafe58 - Brad Thomas Batten - A journey of loss to healing on the CaminoWhat a fun conversation I had with Pilgrim, Canadian, and Author, Brad Thomas Batten. I loved learning about how the Camino has changed since his first Camino in the late 80’s. It made me wonder if I would have been tough enough to walk without all of the current things we have like our iPhones! I was also quite taken with Brad’s journey from loss to healing after walking his first Camino. We chat about how the Camino helped him process his grief and find contentment and peace. Stories, like Brad’s, reinvigorate my faith and remind me of the...2022-06-231h 01
The Camino Cafe57 - Efrén González - the amazing Pilgrim behind all those Camino Videos we adore!Efrén González needs no introduction to anyone probably listening to this episode. Efren is one of the most well-known and loved Camino ambassadors out there! He’s been filming Camino routes for years happily educating and entertaining us all the while. I caught up with him in Santiago as he was beginning his 3D filming project for The Camino Frances. I found him to be just as gracious and humble as he is in his videos. My goal going into the interview was to learn more about Efren as a Pilgrim and what it’s like behind the sce...2022-06-1037 min
The Camino Cafe56 - Shoshana Kerewsky - Cancer, Kintsugi, Camino: A Memoir #camino #caminofrancesShoshana stopped by the Camino Cafe to discuss her new book, Cancer, Kintsugi, Camino: A Memoir. I had the chance to read several chapters before our interview and I am hooked. I really enjoyed her writing style and her take on how can use the concept of Kintsugi to help us reframe the places we feel broken. We discuss the artistic book cover which she designed and her writing process in great detail. We also chatted about how her vocations and cancer treatment influenced her Camino experience. I hope you enjoy and benefit from our conversation as much as I...2022-05-231h 02
The Camino Cafe55 - Beebe Bahrami - The Way of the Wild GooseWhat a thrill it was to have peregrina, writer and cultural anthropologist, Beebe Bahrami, back at The Camino Cafe to discuss her newest Camino book, The Way of the Wild Goose: Three Pilgrimages Following Geese, Stars, and Hunches on the Camino de Santiago in France and Spain. During this interview, we discuss her upcoming retreat at Flores del Camino, the three pilgrimages she took for research on her newest book, intentional travel, Mary and the sacred feminine on The Camino Frances, the energy of The Camino, and of course, the wild goose. I absolutely love Beebe’s new book. It...2022-05-141h 14
The Camino Cafe54 - American Pilgrims on the Camino - our yearly update and more! The Spirit of the CaminoLive in the momentWelcome each day – its pleasures and its challengesMake others feel welcomeShareFeel the spirit of those who have gone before youImagine those who will follow youAppreciate those who walk with you todayIt's time for our annual update from the Board of the American Pilgrims on the Camino! In this episode you will mee...2022-05-061h 14
The Camino Cafe53 - Bob Scheidt - Diabetes CrusaderThis episode is dedicated to the hope of a cure being found for Diabetes 1. Bob has dedicated his life to showing how he has not just lived with Diabetes but has learned to thrive with it. As the Diabetes Crusader, he has walked thousands and thousands of miles to bring awareness to Diabetes 1 and 2. He lives his life in a way to demonstrate how one can manage diabetes and still do the things one loves. In this interview, you will hear how he has logged all of his mileage while successfully managing Diabetes 1 on the Camino. I never realized t...2022-04-251h 00
The Camino Cafe52 - Recovery Camino - a 12 Step CaminoI was so glad to hear about this 12 Step approach for walking the Camino. In this interview, we discuss how walking the Camino gave founders, Mark Lane-Holbert and Bob Shea, the idea to start a Camino specially designed for anyone currently in any type of 12 Step Program or anyone supporting someone in a program. We also discuss their upcoming Recovery Caminos happening this May and September. There's still room in both groups, so if you know of anyone that may be interested, please feel free to share this information. They also run a virtual Recovery Camino on Camino for...2022-04-121h 01
The Camino Cafe51 - Nagela Ampudia - a story of courage, vulnerability, transformation, and triumphNagela Ampudia first came to my attention after reading her posts on the Camigas Facebook Group. Her posts were raw, real and so intriguing to me. I’ve been following her journey ever since and our schedules finally matched up for a chat. I have such deep affection for Nagela. She’s a great storyteller, a precious pilgrim, with tremendous courage in being vulnerable and authentic. In this interview, you will hear about her walk on The Camino Frances, the many challenges she faced and overcame, and the transition back to her life afterward. I hope you enjoy meeting Nagel...2022-04-061h 38
The Camino Cafe50 - Steve Walther - Camino Portuguese makes 3 Caminos and still counting!Follow our channel so you never miss an episode! This week we have Steve Walther back at The Camino Cafe Podcast to talk about his very recent Camino on the Portuguese Route. I’m not sure which one of us is the bigger Camino Geek! I always love talking to Steve. This interview was no exception. Things get deep with some great insights and very funny at times. While Steve has a wonderful sense of humor, he’s very serious when it comes to how much he loves his family and the Camino. I am in deep gratitude to Steve f...2022-03-251h 18
The Camino Cafe49 - Andy Holloway - 3 Caminos completed & walking again! Why we walk & how it helps with our challenges!When Whidbey Island Native, Andy, reached out to me to tell me his Camino story, he had no idea that Dan Mullins had mentioned him to me months ago. As soon as I read his message learning he was bringing his 8th-grade daughter, Lily, to Spain to walk soon, I was even more intrigued. I enjoyed our chat so much. I love that Andy has made a promise to both his daughters that once they reach 8th grade, he will take them on a Camino Pilgrimage. Andy feels the Camino has helped him to better deal with anxiety and som...2022-03-211h 02
The Camino Cafe48 - Jan Rose - US-based Pilgrim & Veteran shares how the Camino heals & prepares us for life challengesThis interview with Texas-based Pilgrim, Major (Ret) Jan Rose, US Army Nursing Corps, just humbled me over and over again. What an honor it was to be able to interview Jan after she walked with “Warriors on the Way”. I didn’t know anything about Jan’s walk or life prior to our chat. Halfway into the interview, I just wanted to pass the mic to someone like Oprah as Jan’s story feels as if it deserves to reach an even wider audience. During our chat, we discussed how The Camino helps with PTSD, and in particular, how it helps eve...2022-03-1754 min
The Camino Cafe47 - Dr. Renee Phillips - Psychologist, Pilgrim & Warriors on the WayI could have spoken with US-based Pilgrim, Dr. Renee, for hours! We discussed how her personal pilgrimage impacted her and how special it was to walk with the Pilgrims walking with Warriors on the Way©. This program is a 501(c)(3) Veterans’ organization founded by Camino Pilgrim, Father Steven Rindahl. Dr. Renee has walked with Warriors on the Way during two pilgrimages and will join them again in Fall 2022. In this interview, she shared how walking a pilgrimage helps with treating PTSD and Moral Injuries. Hearing her accounts of the power of pilgrimage reinforced my enthusiasm for both walking the Camino...2022-03-0952 min
The Camino Cafe46 - Lisa Morales - Volunteering, Photographing, Walking Backward from Muxia and more!Lisa was a delight to interview. She is a professional Photographer and Real Estate Broker based in the US. She has walked The Camino several times including Pilgrimages with her Son and walking backward from Muxia to Porto. Lisa has tirelessly given back to the Camino for several years as an American Pilgrim Chapter Leader for the Boston area and as a hospitalera at several donativos in Spain. In this interview, we discussed photography tips for The Camino, the types of places pilgrims can choose to stay overnight, what it takes to be a hospitalero on The Camino, and m...2022-02-081h 16
The Camino Cafe45 - Carlota Valenzuela - Finisterre to Jerusalem - Episode 2 in Year Long SeriesI caught up with Carlota for an update. She's the 29-Year-old Spanish Resident currently walking a year-long, 6,000 plus km pilgrimage from Finisterre to Jerusalem. As of this week, she's been walking for over a month now. She's still in Spain and doing well. In this interview, I feel there are some really heartfelt moments, some wonderful insights, and some tips on what to pack for a pilgrimage. This is our 2nd interview in a year-long series. Our first Episode with Carlota is Season 2, Episode # 6. 29-Year-old Spanish Resident, Carlota Valenzuela, is currently walking a year-long, 6,000 plus km p...2022-02-0326 min
The Camino Cafe44 - Dr. Guylene Gigi Tree - The End of the Earth: Stories of CaminosWhat fun it was to talk about the Camino with veteran Pilgrim, Dr. Guylene Gigi Tree. Her Camino spirit is so vibrant! I would love to be one of the lucky Pilgrims she has walked with along the way. Gigi says is all about the people you walk with and meet along your journey. Her exuberance for supporting the Camino and her positive outlook on life is so uplifting. She has written two Camino books and the third one is almost ready to be published. Her books are packed with wonderful stories and tips for walking. In this interview, you...2022-02-021h 08
The Camino Cafe43 - G. M. T. Brosius - A Daily Pilgrim DevotionalMeet G. M. T. Brosius, a US Citizen residing in Spain, a Camino Pilgrim, and the author of the recently published book, A Daily Pilgrim Devotional. G. M. T. walked the Camino Frances. In this interview, you will hear about his Pilgrimage and how it and the Covid lockdown inspired him to create this gift of a book for Pilgrims. You'll hear how thoughtfully he selected the quotes and readings to accompany Pilgrims as they walk across Spain. I personally used the book during my last Camino and I found the readings to be very inspirational. Talking with G. M...2022-02-021h 01
The Camino Cafe41 - Anne Born - Little Old Lady Walking and Cathedral ExpertIt was my pleasure to sit down with U.S.-based, Anne Born, for a chat following her most recent Winter Camino this past December. Anne has walked numerous times documenting her journeys on social media with the hashtag, “littleoldladywalking”. I joked with her that in my opinion, she is anything but a “little old lady walking”. To me, she is one brave, smart, and accomplished Pilgrim! Anne is an expert on the Catedral de Santiago. and on walking winter Caminos. She is an award-winning author, now working on her third Camino book. She has already published If You Stand Her...2022-01-181h 08
The Camino Cafe42 - Carlota Valenzuela - From Finisterre to Jerusalem - 1st Episode of a Year Long Series29-Year-old Spanish Resident, Carlota Valenzuela, is currently walking a year-long, 6,000 plus km pilgrimage from Finisterre to Jerusalem. During this discussion, I caught up with Carlota as she was walking the Camino Norte backward heading out of the Galician province. I am so intrigued by her mission, what drove her to do this pilgrimage, that she's walking a Camino in the opposite direction, and walking solo for over 6000km. She plans to arrive in Jerusalem this Christmas. We will be following and supporting her journey closely. More interviews to come! Please share this interview with your friends and follow Carlota on...2022-01-1832 min
The Camino Cafe40 - Rocco Rossi -13 Caminos and still counting!Canadian Pilgrim, Rocco Rossi, has walked The Camino thirteen times! His first walk was to help him process the grief he felt after the untimely loss of his best friend and business partner. Rocco, while struggling to deal with this tragic loss, luckily came across a newspaper article about The Camino at one of his lowest points. A week or so later, he was headed to walk that first of thirteen Caminos. Rocco’s entire outlook on life and work completely changed after becoming a Pilgrim. During this talk, you will hear several wonderful stories about his Caminos, the variou...2022-01-181h 09