Ruck the Way

UPCOMING PILGRIMAGE: https://www.rucktheway.com/pilgrimage In this episode, Gabe and Chris explore the complex terrain of midlife and the "reckoning" that often occurs around the concept of vocation. Using the metaphor of Mons Gaudium (the Mountain of Joy) from the Saint Cuthbert Way, they discuss the moment a pilgrim first sees their destination after days of strenuous travel. They differentiate...

UPCOMING PILGRIMAGE: https://www.rucktheway.com/pilgrimage We sit down with Ron Dasher, a leader in men's ministry and founder of the Iron Collective. Ron shares his 15-year journey of "Clashes with Stashes," a biannual fishing trip that exemplifies the power of long-term intentional brotherhood. We dive deep into the concept of "The Invitation"—the persistent, life-changing act of seeing and valu...

This particular episode of the Ruck the Way podcast is best viewed on our YouTube channel ( https://www.youtube.com/@RucktheWay ) to experience the hill walk in the sweeping beauty of Scotland UPCOMING PILGRIMAGE: https://www.rucktheway.com/pilgrimage In this episode, we invite you to step outside and join us for a meditative "Holy Week Hill Walk." As we climb the historic Traprain Law in East Lot...

UPCOMING PILGRIMAGE: https://www.rucktheway.com/pilgrimage We dive into one of their favorite and most foundational topics: the idea that everyone has a story. "Do I really have a story?" and "Does it matter?" Whether you are a business leader, a pastor, or a college student, understanding your narrative is a key part of "Ruck the way" Gospel of the week: Verse: "No one has ever seen God; but if w...

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BUY THE BOOK: Travel With a Stick by Richard Frazer UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Travels-Stick-Pilgrims-Santiago-Compostela/dp/1780275684 US: https://www.amazon.com/Travels-Stick-Pilgrims-Santiago-Compostela/dp/1780275684 UPCOMING PILGRIMAGE: https://www.rucktheway.com/pilgrimage In this episode, we are joined by Reverend Richard Frazer, the former minister of the historic Greyfriars Kirk in Edinb...

UPCOMING PILGRIMAGE: https://www.rucktheway.com/pilgrimage We dive into the profound and often misunderstood topic of vulnerability from a masculine perspective. Drawing from their experiences leading men's pilgrimages in Scotland, they unpack the Latin roots of being "woundable" and discuss why men often struggle to lower their guards. This conversation explores how true connection and community...

UPCOMING PILGRIMAGE: https://www.rucktheway.com/pilgrimage We discuss how our modern addiction to a fast-paced life often serves as a distraction from our spiritual needs and how intentionally slowing down can create a "holy space" for a deeper encounter with God. Gospel of the week: Verse: "Beloved, let us love one another, for love is from God, and whoever loves has been born of God and knows Go...

UPCOMING PILGRIMAGE: https://www.rucktheway.com/pilgrimage Inspired by his pilgrimage on the Saint Cuthbert’s Way, Brendan discusses his mission to see "the hearts of men made whole" through redemptive business practices and organizational health. Discover how shifting focus from vocational titles to heart-centered presence can lead to a life of adventure and soul restoration. Gospel of the week:...

Chris shares his journey from medical aspirations to a global mission, discussing the profound nature of "calling" and the often-twisting roads of following God. Gospel of the week: Verse: John 15:12 and "This is my commandment, that you love one another as I have loved you." Know more about our cause: https://www.rucktheway.com/ Subscribe to our Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@RucktheWay Meet t...

In this episode, we sit down with Saul Huber to discuss his transformative pilgrimage. Saul shares his vulnerable journey through a "baptism by fire" season of life, involving deep personal loss and the challenges of balancing full-time ministry with homeschooling five children. Discover how a 40th birthday gift became a sacred space for "holy littering"—the physical act of surrendering grief to G...

In this episode of "The Way," We sat down with longtime friend Nicole, who shares her personal journey from a career in fitness to becoming a therapist, pastor, and author. She dives deep into the challenges of being a woman in leadership, the power of mentorship, and the importance of understanding each other's unique stories. Know more about our cause: rucktheway.com Subscribe to our Podcast: yo...

In this episode, Chris and Gabe dive into the personal history of the RuckTheWay team. Gabe shares his background as a West Point graduate and veteran, exploring the "costly" nature of military life that often remains invisible to civilians. Together, they discuss the importance of being "curious" about others' stories and how to hold those narratives with compassion and genuine interest. Timestam...

We explore the compelling history of Celtic Christianity. From the survival of faith in the Dark Ages to the legendary story of Saint Oswald, discover how ancient missional communities shaped the spiritual landscape of Scotland and northern England. Compelling Moments: 00:00 | Introduction to Rock the Way and the Passion for History 01:31 | Chris’s Life as a Collector of Interesting Things 02:23 |...

UPCOMING PILGRIMAGE: https://www.rucktheway.com/pilgrimage We welcome our first guest, Chris Bruno, author of Sage and founder of The Restoration Project. Chris shares his incredible journey from growing up as an emotional container in a wounded family to his time as a Christian worker overseas, which ultimately led him to his work on masculine restoration. He breaks down the transformative six se...

We dive deep into a profound personal story. Chris shares a critical thread of his origin story: the childhood fear that led him to form a vow of self-protection and avoidant attachment. He recounts a traumatic incident involving a gun that shaped his early understanding of safety and responsibility, and discusses how this deeply ingrained vow played out in his adult life, particularly in his 25-y...

On this episode of Ruck The Way , Gabe Smith unpacks the heavy thread of responsibility that has shaped his life—from a childhood trauma that left him frozen in shame to a celebrated capacity for compartmentalization in the military. Gabe shares how carrying others’ pain became his default, and how a pivotal moment in South Africa invited him to finally tell his own story. This is a deeply human c...

In our first episode, we introduce ourselves— Gabe and Chris —and the story behind Ruck the Way . After more than a decade of walking together across continents, we’ve learned that pilgrimage is more than a hike—it’s a physical journey for a spiritual purpose . We unpack where the name comes from: rucking as carrying weight on the road, and the Way as the earliest name for followers of Jesus. Gabe...