Pilgrim Pit Stop

A podcast about following Jesus through life's highs and lows. Conversations about, adventures with and reflections on the one who has transformed my life. All are welcome! I'm excited for you to join me on the journey.

The Greatest Adventure

In the final episode of Season Two, I discuss my lifelong passion for adventure. Travel, exploration, journeys... The whole lot. But what has been my greatest adventure of all time? Listen to find out. Want to support this podcast? There are two fun ways to do that. 1) Buy me a coffee: ⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/pilgrimpitstop⁠. 2) Buy yourself a t-shirt: ⁠https://www.pilgrimage.design⁠⁠.

08-26
21:01

Climate Justice Pilgrims

I join a group of climate activists undertaking a 500-mile pilgrimage from Bristol to COP26 in Glasgow. I learn how, for many of them, this action is an outworking of their faith. Want to support this podcast? There are two fun ways to do that. 1) Buy me a coffee: ⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/pilgrimpitstop⁠. 2) Buy yourself a t-shirt: ⁠https://www.pilgrimage.design⁠⁠.

08-12
17:29

I Believe In Miracles

I had a near-death experience one year ago, to the day. This is my reflection on that day as I come to terms with life, death and the miracles in-between. Thanks to Tomomi Kato for the music and Micah Friere for the additional voice-over. Want to support this podcast? There are two fun ways to do that. 1) Buy me a coffee: ⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/pilgrimpitstop⁠. 2) Buy yourself a t-shirt: ⁠https://www.pilgrimage.design⁠⁠.

07-29
08:29

Living Like A Benedictine Monk For Forty Days

Forty days of silence in a French monastery. Hear what I learnt from this powerful experience in today's episode. Want to support this podcast? There are two fun ways to do that. 1) Buy me a coffee: ⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/pilgrimpitstop⁠. 2) Buy yourself a t-shirt: ⁠https://www.pilgrimage.design⁠⁠.

07-15
41:11

Freelancing And Faith - A Rambling Conversation With My Brother

I go for a walk and talk with my brother. We discuss how our Christian faith impacts our freelance careers, among other things. Want to support this podcast? There are two fun ways to do that. 1) Buy me a coffee: ⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/pilgrimpitstop⁠. 2) Buy yourself a t-shirt: ⁠https://www.pilgrimage.design⁠⁠.

07-01
23:38

The Scallop Shell Town

I visit Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, the most popular starting point for the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage. There, I speak to Florence Steunou, who works in the tourist information. Want to support this podcast? There are two fun ways to do that. 1) Buy me a coffee: ⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/pilgrimpitstop⁠. 2) Buy yourself a t-shirt: ⁠https://www.pilgrimage.design⁠⁠.

06-17
16:04

The COVID Pilgrimage - John Mark McMillan, Brian Zahnd, Mpho Tutu Van Furth And More

A year unlike any other. How have people walked through it with Jesus? John Mark McMillan, Gemma Hunt, Latifah Alattas, Dr Razvan Porumb, Bishop Libby Lane, Brian Zahnd, Mpho Tutu Van Furth and Kristi Mair share their experiences. Want to support this podcast? There are two fun ways to do that. 1) Buy me a coffee: ⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/pilgrimpitstop⁠. 2) Buy yourself a t-shirt: ⁠https://www.pilgrimage.design⁠⁠.

03-19
46:18

Fostering A Pure Heart, With Ashley Anderson

I chat to the Community Groups Pastor at Church of the City New York, Ashley Anderson. She shares her testimony and explores what it means to follow Jesus with a pure heart. Want to support this podcast? There are two fun ways to do that. 1) Buy me a coffee: ⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/pilgrimpitstop⁠. 2) Buy yourself a t-shirt: ⁠https://www.pilgrimage.design⁠⁠.

03-05
38:27

Christianity, Medical Conditions And A Long Walk - Chatting With Barney Lee

Barney Lee is hiking the coastline of mainland Britain. I chat to him about his very long walk, how it links to his Christian faith and why he is doing it in the first place. Want to support this podcast? There are two fun ways to do that. 1) Buy me a coffee: ⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/pilgrimpitstop⁠. 2) Buy yourself a t-shirt: ⁠https://www.pilgrimage.design⁠⁠.

02-19
43:04

Walking The Entire Width Of Scotland, Part Three - Killin To St Andrews

In August 2020, my brother and I undertook St Columba's Way, a 180-mile pilgrimage from Iona in the west of Scotland to St Andrews in the east. This three-part series tracks the highs and lows, with this final episode following us as we complete the hike. Huge thanks to Until The Ribbon Breaks for use of their song 'Meru' to round out the episode! Want to support this podcast? There are two fun ways to do that. 1) Buy me a coffee: ⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/pilgrimpitstop⁠. 2) Buy yourself a t-shirt: ⁠https://www.pilgrimage.design⁠⁠.

10-16
37:41

Walking The Entire Width Of Scotland, Part Two - Oban To Killin

In August 2020, my brother and I undertook St Columba's Way, a 180-mile pilgrimage from Iona in the west of Scotland to St Andrews in the east. This three-part series tracks the highs and lows, with this episode focusing on the middle section of the pilgrimage. Want to support this podcast? There are two fun ways to do that. 1) Buy me a coffee: ⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/pilgrimpitstop⁠. 2) Buy yourself a t-shirt: ⁠https://www.pilgrimage.design⁠⁠.

10-02
32:26

Walking The Entire Width Of Scotland, Part One - Preparation And Isle Of Mull

In August 2020, my brother and I undertook St Columba's Way, a 180-mile pilgrimage from Iona in the west of Scotland to St Andrews in the east. This three-part series tracks the highs and lows, starting with our preparation and first few days of hiking on the Isle of Mull. Want to support this podcast? There are two fun ways to do that. 1) Buy me a coffee: ⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/pilgrimpitstop⁠. 2) Buy yourself a t-shirt: ⁠https://www.pilgrimage.design⁠⁠.

09-18
32:11

Walking The Entire Width Of Scotland - Trailer

In August 2020, my brother and I undertook the 180-mile pilgrimage from Iona in the west of Scotland to St Andrews in the east. Starting from next Friday, you can hear how it went, in a three-part series. There will be a new episode every other Friday, tracking the highs and lows as we follow in the footsteps of sixth century missionary St Columba. Want to support this podcast? There are two fun ways to do that. 1) Buy me a coffee: ⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/pilgrimpitstop⁠. 2) Buy yourself a t-shirt: ⁠https://www.pilgrimage.design⁠⁠.

09-11
01:39

Visiting Ten Cathedrals In One Day

I undertake an epic journey across Britain by Vespa, riding in convoy with a good friend. We aim to visit ten cathedrals in just one day. Massive shout-out to James for helping me move house and turning it into this mad adventure! Want to support this podcast? There are two fun ways to do that. 1) Buy me a coffee: ⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/pilgrimpitstop⁠. 2) Buy yourself a t-shirt: ⁠https://www.pilgrimage.design⁠⁠.

09-04
28:51

Record-Breaking Astronaut Jeff Williams

NASA astronaut Colonel Jeffrey Williams shares his incredible story. It is a story that has seen him spend a record-breaking amount of time in space, photograph the aerial beauty of Earth and encounter God through it all. Want to support this podcast? There are two fun ways to do that. 1) Buy me a coffee: ⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/pilgrimpitstop⁠. 2) Buy yourself a t-shirt: ⁠https://www.pilgrimage.design⁠⁠.

08-21
53:53

A Grilling From My Best Friends

I go for a walk with four of my friends from childhood, each with their own unique views on religion. They have plenty of (brilliant) questions about my faith. Enjoy the discussion that ensues! Want to support this podcast? There are two fun ways to do that. 1) Buy me a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/pilgrimpitstop. 2) Buy yourself a t-shirt: https://www.pilgrimage.design⁠.

08-07
39:15

An NBA Sportswriter's Daily Pursuit Of God

Tyler Smith loves basketball and God. He has written about his experiences of both in 'Searching For Seven', which takes readers on a journey of looking for God through every aspect of life, seven days a week. I catch up with him in today's episode. Want to support this podcast? There are two fun ways to do that. 1) Buy me a coffee: https://bit.ly/pilgrimpitstop. 2) Buy yourself a t-shirt: https://rdbl.co/3KKd7R7.

07-24
33:13

Let's Reboot The World - A Chat With Tearfund's Jack Wakefield

COVID-19 has changed everything. Where does humanity go from here? And what does the Bible have to say about it all? Jack Wakefield, who is managing Tearfund's Reboot Campaign, joins me to shed some light. Please check out the campaign when you're done listening! Want to support this podcast? There are two fun ways to do that. 1) Buy me a coffee: https://bit.ly/pilgrimpitstop. 2) Buy yourself a t-shirt: https://rdbl.co/3KKd7R7.

07-10
36:58

Mpho Tutu Van Furth - Forgiveness Over Vengeance

With her father Desmond Tutu, today's guest co-authored 'The Book of Forgiving'. She talks about the power of forgiveness in a culture obsessed with vengeance, whilst giving me some insights into her lifelong walk with God. Want to support this podcast? There are two fun ways to do that. 1) Buy me a coffee: https://bit.ly/pilgrimpitstop. 2) Buy yourself a t-shirt: https://rdbl.co/3KKd7R7.

06-26
40:32

Tenth Episode Special With My Brother!

I catch up with my brother (Thomas) on a slightly hysterical video call. Plus, a conversation we recorded last December about his favourite book of the Bible. Want to support this podcast? There are two fun ways to do that. 1) Buy me a coffee: https://bit.ly/pilgrimpitstop. 2) Buy yourself a t-shirt: https://rdbl.co/3KKd7R7.

06-12
36:34

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