My Camino - the podcast

Tracy Pawelski's daughter was walking the Camino and Tracy asked if she could tag along. She soon realised it was HER Camino. This is about awakening, about learning, about a deeper purpose and about discovery.

I've decided to re-post this podcast because I'm on the road performing a series of shows. Noel Braun walks to think. He embarked on his first Camino just a few years after his beloved wife Maris took her own life. This is not a sad story, it's a love story. Noel Braun is a survivor who shares his love of life with the world.

My little brother died of cancer in September 2019. This is my tribute. Our journey of grief is a Camino. His album is available via bandcamp. Just Google "Leo Mullins - Being Here is Everything"

Roxey Edwards is from Vancouver Island in Canada. She decided to walk the Camino - but first, she had to make some very difficult and challenging life decisions. This is a journey of letting go, of not fearing change, of being brave ....and walking to discover yourself and others.

Jennifer Helfand writes under the name Jordana Chana Mayim. This is a journey of discovery and survival. Interviews like this are what makes this job so wonderful. You can find Jennifer's books at https://www.jordanamayim.com/ .

Xin Yan Gee is a Malaysian national who has just finished a double degree. She's living in Sydney - far from her family back in Malaysia. Her mother decided the family ought to walk the Camino....and it's a great lesson about having the courage to step outside our comfort zones; to celebrate family; and to celebrate life. The world is small, yet full of so much wonder. Enjoy dm

'It's Your Camino - One Couple's 500-mile Pilgrimage Across Spain' is Kenneth's first book. It perfectly sums up the impact the Camino has on his and Aurora's life. He has a wonderful turn of phrase, both on the written page and in the interview. I loved this interview and I know you will too. You can buy Kenneth's book here - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1098837886/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_B4X7DbGW0VS...

Fr Emil Kapaun was a decorated US Army Chaplain. He has left an enduring legacy in the US and pilgrims each year walk from Wichita to Pilsen in his honour. Jason Searl has walked the Camino twice and is part of what's called Kapaun's Men. We talk about a video series on pilgrimage - it's available from kapaunsmen.com This is a great yarn with someone who thinks deeply about his faith, pilgrimage a...

Jennifer Cluff is a film producer. A really tough gig. Jen is also someone who has done an enormous amount of research on spirituality. She doesn't just pose questions. She finds answers. You can find the film she made with her husband Bill Bennett at www.pgsthemovie.com

Jenny and I met in Rabanal del Camino in 2016. We were instant friends. Jenny walks every year and most years works as a hospitalera. What lures her back? What motivates her? Why doesn't she get lost? Jenny from Cronulla and I ponder the big questions. My 150th podcast. A celebration this week.

Fernando is a pilgrim on the Way and in his journey with God. We talk about prayer ~ and prayer as a means to celebrate and delve deeper into your pilgrimage. Fernando is remarkably honest and open. A true sharing and caring pilgrim. I thoroughly enjoyed this interview. I know you will too. dm

Tom Labuzienski from South Bend Indiana has walked - and ridden - the Camino. We talk about a course he offers in his home town for people thinking about walking the Camino . We also talk about the Kumano Kado in Japan. You can find Tom and his course - here..... https://foreverlearninginstitute.org/sprituality-religion

Marie and Torben met later in life....a shared love of walking brought them together....and they now share their love of the Camino with pilgrims around the world. This is a great story about love, respect, kindness....and our favourite shoes!!

Yosmar has walked five Caminos and has combined her love of the Way with her love of cooking and sharing recipes and culinary delights, to author Tastes of the Camino. You can find Yosmar - and the book - and whiskandspatula.com

Dean had reached the end of the road in his high-profile job. He was looking for an 'end' and a 'beginning'. What better place to find it than the Camino de Santiago. Imagine crossing the Pyrenees carrying 18 kilos of camera equipment. Tune in to find out how long he carried it!!!! (if you're interested in hosting one of my gigs email me danmullinsmusic@gmail.com

I was lucky enough to attend the Australian Friends of the Camino Conference in Adelaide last weekend. It was fantastic. Salvation Army officer, Isobel Darling-Thomas and Cameron West, who calls himself Pilgrim, Priest and Padre, spoke. So too did Isaias Calvoe de la Uz, Administration Director for the Plan Xacobeo in the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, Xunta de Galicia. These are live presentati...

Patrick Gray and Justin Skeesuk made the film I'll Push You after Patrick pushed Justin the entire length of the Camino Frances in a special wheelchair, back in 2014. Just last month they gathered groups from all over the world to again walk the Camino.....and people with a range of unique abilities and their carers joined them. This is epic.

I thoroughly enjoyed talking with Andrew from Whidbey Island in Washington State in the US. He's not afraid to admit he needed change in his life. He believed the Camino would provide the stimulus for change - and he was right. The challenge is adopting the change in your life, every day.

Belinda Coniglio was searching for something. She found it on the Camino. Belinda wanted to be alone, but fate would conspire to bring transformation through friendship. Wonderful friends she'll have for life.

I thoroughly enjoyed talking to Peter and Ann. Their story really resonated with me. What is the secret to walking alongside someone on the Camino and in life? How do we give one another space and time to grow? Enjoy this exploration of the joy of companionship and love. Here's the link to buy/download/gift my debut album 'Duende' . I am most grateful. Dan . https://smarturl.it/gpp7y5

I thoroughly enjoyed speaking with Fr Muir. He is a gentle soul who loves his work, despite the challenges - and he shares his story with us without fear or favour. The Camino has been very kind to him and he, in turn, has taken that kindness back to his parish, for all to share.

Andrew Szabo knew he had to make changes in his life. He did. To consolidate the changes he walked the Camino de Santiago. Once a 'posh' pilgrim, he returned this year to feel out the spirit of the Camino and is changed forever. It was a glorious Sydney morning when we sat down to talk all things Camino. Enjoy dm . Buy my new album here.... Dan Mullins DUENDE

I was lucky enough to spend an hour talking with Emilia and David from Perth in Western Australia. I could have talked to them for hours. David is honest; he's a straight up and down kind of guy ~ but he warms a bit by the end. Emilia is just gorgeous. Enjoy dm

Nichole walked the Camino placing an awareness stone each day of the journey. Hers is an amazing story. I think you can hear in Nichole's voice, the challenge, the journey and the arrival of spirit. Follow Nichole's journey on Facebook via Finish MS. (Nichole wanted me to correct the record ~ she took 20 POUNDS of stones not KILOS of stones).

Susan is convenor of the Australian Pilgrims on the Camino de Santiago and Beyond page. I've interviewed Susan before. This time we talk about her role in the new movie Camino Skies. This is a great chat. Susan is just a lovely soul . The movie is currently showing in Australia AND NEW ZEALAND.