A Different Kind of Walk Podcast

Comfort, Challenge, and Finding God in this World

In today's episode, Jeff and Susan get to spend time again with Patrick Gray and Justin Skeesuck, the founders of I'll Push You, Inc. and the leaders of wheelchair accessible trips along the Camino de Santiago in Spain. This is Jeff's and Susan's last interview about the Camino, and they are excited to share how and where Patrick and Justin have seen God show up in this world. Enjoy the episode!

Christmas Special 2022

In today's episode, Jeff and Scotty and Susan get to share their favorite (and least favorite) Christmas songs and why they matter to them. You'll hear some musical renditions by Susan (and one by her kids) and hopefully get some laughs along the way. Enjoy the episode!

Power, Leadership, & How God Deals With Pain

In today's episode, Jeff and Susan get to spend time with Mandy Smith. Mandy is the Pastor at St. Lucia Uniting Church in St. Lucia, Australia and she has much to teach us about gentleness, leadership, and absorbing pain. Enjoy the episode!
P.S. - Click here to see the piece of art Mandy references: "Groomed For Leadership."

Spina Bifida, Athleticism, & The Americans With Disabilities Act

In today's episode, Jeff and Susan get to speak with Donna Jones. Donna is a native of Guam, she was born with Spina Bifida, and despite being paralyzed from the calves down she is a competitive athlete who enjoys skiing, skydiving, weight lifting, and has hiked the Camino de Santiago in a wheelchair. Enjoy the episode!

Co-Hosts, Telescopes, & Superman in the Stars

In this episode, Jeff and Susan get to welcome their new Co-Host, Scotty Meiser. The three of them discuss headaches, Donald Duck, and technology, and they share the metaphors they are currently using to understand and connect with God.
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Pets, Kid’s Books, & Thoughts On Euthanasia

In this episode, Jeff and Susan discuss their pets (Jeff's dog, Lumi, and Susan's cat, Charm), Jeff's most recent fall, and their experiences encountering euthanasia as a topic in media and in real life.

First Confessions & Navigating The Teen Years

In this episode, Jeff and Susan are joined by 16-year-old Mary Proctor. They chat with Mary about Catholic School, faith, the first year of driving, and how to navigate high school when you deal with high anxiety.

It’s Time To Vote

Just a quick note from Jeff about the election coming up. We are so lucky to live in a country where we are free to have a voice, where we have the opportunity to vote for our leaders. This is your chance to participate. It's time to vote!

PT, Rattlesnakes, & Serendipity

In today's episode, Jeff and Susan are joined by Dr. Alexandria Nickles who is a physical therapist in the neurology department at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN. From day to day, Alexandria works with patients experiencing traumatic brain injuries and chronic neurological diseases like Multiple Sclerosis (MS) or Primary Lateral Sclerosis (PLS), which just so happens to be the front runner as a diagnosis for Jeff. Little did Jeff and Alexandria know that they would find themselves on the Camino together this year, but it was a happy coincidence indeed. Enjoy the episode!
 

Faith, Trust, & Glamping

In today's episode, Jeff and Susan get to chat with Nancy and Andy Mako who are friends of Jeff’s from his accessibility Camino walk. But it turns out that the Makos have done the Camino three different times for very different reasons. Now retired in New Hampshire, the Makos spend their time volunteering and mentoring (when they're not snowshoeing, that is). Enjoy the episode!