Ruck the Way

UPCOMING PILGRIMAGE: https://www.rucktheway.com/pilgrimage Some pilgrimages begin with a plan. This one began with a change of plans. Six men were meant to walk St Cuthbert's Way this season. In the end it was two. Chris and a pastor named Joshua Nash, alone on seventy miles of border country, walking into questions neither of them could have scripted. What they found was the kind of thing the wal...

UPCOMING PILGRIMAGE: https://www.rucktheway.com/pilgrimage Amazon link to John’s author page: US: https://www.amazon.com/stores/John-Hendrix/author/B002YTBY0A ? UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/stores/author/B002YTBY0A Some conversations feel like they happen on the trail, even when everyone is sitting still. This one did. We sat down with John Hendrix, New York Times awarded author and illustrator, p...

UPCOMING PILGRIMAGE: https://www.rucktheway.com/pilgrimage In this profound episode of the Ruck the Way Podcast, hosts Chris and Gabe dive deep into how we evaluate our personal growth and spiritual maturity. Drawing from Morgan Snyder's book, Becoming a King, they challenge the modern urge to measure progress by daily increments, which often breeds self-criticism, impatience, and discouragement....

NOTE: This episode is best appreciated on YouTube https://youtu.be/r4rpTLc2xkg UPCOMING PILGRIMAGE: https://www.rucktheway.com/pilgrimage In this special official launch event recorded live at the Cove Trail in Charlotte, North Carolina, Ruck the Way founders Gabe and Chris introduce a gathering of pilgrims to the transformative power of a "walk with a purpose." Gabe shares how his background as a...

UPCOMING PILGRIMAGE: https://www.rucktheway.com/pilgrimage At what pace are you living your life? We hit the trails together for the first time in a year to unpack the profound concept of "the three mile an hour life." We dive into the internal and external forces that pressure modern men to sprint life, confronting the underlying currents of shame, comparison, and the fear of running out of time...

Walk With Us This whole conversation is the why behind Ruck the Way. We started this because we believe friendship doesn't grow at desk-speed or scroll-speed—it grows at three miles an hour, on a trail, with a pack on your back and someone walking beside you. Join a Pilgrimage: New dates dropping soon. → rucktheway.com/pilgrimage Subscribe to the Podcast: Wherever you listen, hit follow so you don...

UPCOMING PILGRIMAGE: https://www.rucktheway.com/pilgrimage Some people show up in your life with a story so layered you can't quite hold all of it at once. Lorenzo Monge is one of those people. He's been a pastor, a church planter, a youth worker, a clothing designer, a musician, a bodyguard. Today he's a military chaplain serving the French armed forces in French Guiana — the slice of France that...

Coming up — Mini Pilgrimage in Charlotte Saturday, May 16 · 9:00 AM · McDowell Nature Preserve A taste of what Ruck the Way is all about — walking, community, and a moment set apart. Chris is flying in from Scotland. The kilt has been promised. Bring your kids. Bring your dog. Bring a friend. This is also our official US launch event for Ruck the Way as a nonprofit. Food, fellowship, and a real mi...

Mark Your Calendar: Ruck the Way Launch Party Join Gabe, Chris, and friends for a mini pilgrimage experience in the Charlotte, NC area: Date: Saturday, May 16 Cost: Free Details: rucktheway.com (Yes, Chris will be wearing a kilt. He promised.) Connect with Dr. Noah Manyika Website: noahmanyika.com Books on Amazon: Redeeming Sundar: Faith and Innovation in the Age of AI The Challenge of Leadership:...

UPCOMING PILGRIMAGE: https://www.rucktheway.com/pilgrimage In this conversation, Gabe and Chris welcome Leanne Huffman — calling in from California at 5 AM — for a wide-ranging discussion about storytelling, faith, creativity, and the holy work of pivoting when life doesn't go as planned. Leanne is the editor of Gabe's forthcoming book, but as Gabe shares, she's also a professional storyteller acr...

NOTE: This episode is best watch through YouTube: https://youtu.be/C1QD0p1rpTI UPCOMING PILGRIMAGE: https://www.rucktheway.com/pilgrimage In this special episode of the Ruck the Way podcast, Chris is joined by his close friend Vinnie King on a unique "whiskey pilgrimage" to the island of Islay off the west coast of Scotland. As they walk between legendary distilleries like Lagavulin and Ardbeg, th...

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...

AVAIL 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 Edi...

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 |...