In Via
Planning a trip? Or just on the pilgrimage of daily living? We are the podcast at the intersection of faith and travel, assisting you on the journey to encounter Christ. Hear stories, discover travel tips, and learn more about our Catholic faith. Along the way, we’ll show you that if God seeks to meet us in Jerusalem, Rome, Lourdes, Mexico City, or Santiago, he also wants to encounter you - right there in your car, on your run, or in the middle of your workday.
Episodes
34 episodes
Navigating the Holy Year: Insights from the 2025 Jubilee
(While we recorded this episode prior to the Holy Father's death, the conversation remains relevant - especially our last reflection on Jubilee events without a Holy Father, so listen until the end!)The Holy Doors are open, and pilgrims...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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39:49
Beyond the Mountain Climber: Pier Giorgio Frassati
Christine Wohar takes us deep into the life of Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati as we anticipate his long-awaited canonization this summer during the Jubilee Year of Hope. As Executive Director of Frassati USA, Christine shares the fascinating sto...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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39:35
A Journey with Carlo: The Millennial Saint of Hope with Katie Prejean McGrady
Step into the inspiring world of Carlo Acutis, a modern-day saint whose life story beautifully intertwines faith and technology. In this episode, we explore how Carlo became a beacon of hope and relatability for youth today. With heartfelt stor...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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35:49
Pilgrims of Hope: Understanding the Jubilee Year
The interns take over the podcast! In this special first episode of In Via, Verso Ministries' interns Olivia and John turn the tables on Joan to interview her about the Jubilee Year.Step into the sacred history of the Jubilee with us as ...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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32:12
Welcoming Pilgrims: Stories of Hospitality at the Basilica of the Sacred Heart
This week, we sat down with Sue Montalbano, the previous coordinator of tours and hospitality at the University of Notre Dame’s Sacred Heart Basillica. Get ready to uncover the hidden stories behind the thousands of visitors welcomed to...
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Season 1
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Episode 30
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40:47
Processing the Journey: Circling Back with Ben Hatke
In this episode, we’re circling back with award-winning writer and artist Ben Hatke to check in after his round-the-world adventure. Inspired by Phileas Fogg’s “Around the World in 80 Days,” Ben embarked on a bold plan to circumnavigate the glo...
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Season 1
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Episode 29
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1:16:31
Walking with Jesus: The Transformative Eucharistic Pilgrimage Across America
Ever wondered how a pilgrimage could transform your life? Meet Danielle Schmitz and Matthew Heidenreich, two inspiring young adults who embarked on the Eucharistic Revival's National Eucharistic Pilgrimage across the United States. This episode...
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Season 1
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Episode 28
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1:02:20
A Civil Rights Pilgrimage: Faith, Service, and Unity with Father Dan Dorsey
How can a pilgrimage equip us for mission? Come along this week as we meet Father Dan Dorsey, president of the Glenmary Home Missioners. Glenmary establishes a Catholic presence in some of the most impoverished and racially diverse areas of the...
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Season 1
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Episode 27
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36:43
Serving Along The Way: Hospitality and Evangelization on the Camino
While many people have walked the Camino as pilgrims, what is it like on the other side – serving pilgrims? In this episode, we welcome Greg Shurman, a retired middle school history teacher and devoted father, who shares about both his experien...
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Season 1
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Episode 26
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41:38
Charity, Exile, and Resurrection: A Look at the Book of Tobit with Dr. Gary Anderson
What lessons lie in the ancient text of the Book of Tobit? Dr. Gary Anderson, Hesburgh Professor of Catholic Thought from the University of Notre Dame, joins us to unravel the profound themes of charity, sacrifice, and faith found within this c...
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Season 1
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Episode 25
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42:43
The Spiritual Pilgrimage of Narnia: A Discussion with Dr. Lenny DiLorenzo
What if the secret to spiritual growth lies within the pages of children's literature? Journey with us as we uncover the profound wisdom embedded in C.S. Lewis's "Chronicles of Narnia." Joined by Dr. Lenny DiLorenzo from the University of Notre...
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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42:49
Art, Adventure, and a Pilgrimage Back Home: Around the World with Ben Hatke
In this episode, award-winning writer and artist Ben Hatke shares his latest adventure: a pilgrimage back home. Inspired by Phileas Fogg’s “Around the World in 80 Days,” Ben embarked on a bold plan to circumnavigate the globe using (almos...
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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41:52
The Pilgrimage of Liturgy: Insights on Worship and Daily Living with Dr. Tim O'Malley
Can liturgy truly transform our everyday lives? Join us on "In Via" with Dr. Tim O'Malley from the McGrath Institute for Church Life at the University of Notre Dame as we explore the profound connection between worship and daily existence. Dr. ...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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21:49
Traveling with Friends: Saints and Pilgrimage with Meg Hunter-Kilmer
What new best friend is just waiting to inspire you? Join us as we chat with Meg Hunter-Kilmer, affectionately known as the "hobo for Christ" and the "saint ninja." Meg shares her transformative journey from living out of her car for 12 years t...
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44:57
Cultivating a Living Faith through Family Pilgrimages with Katie Bogner
This week, we welcome Katie Bogner, a Catholic school teacher and author who is passionate about religious education and catechesis, both in the classroom and in the home. Through her website, social media, and written books, she makes cultivat...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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30:53
Tales of English Pilgrimage with Father Philip Connor
In today's episode we continue our discussion of the history of pilgrimage, this time heading over to England. Our guest is Father Philip Connor, a parish priest from Cumbria in the northwest of England. Father is a self-described addict of pil...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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54:16
Walking with Christ: The National Eucharistic Pilgrimage with Will Peterson
In this week's episode, we talk with Will Peterson from the Modern Catholic Pilgrim about the National Eucharist Pilgrimage. This historic Eucharistic Procession will cross the United States over nine weeks, with four different routes meeting i...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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33:23
An Ancient Walk with Continued Appeal: The History and Power of the Camino with Kevin Banich
Venture with us down the storied paths of the Camino de Santiago as Kevin Banich, principal of Roncalli High School and social studies teacher at heart, takes us through the history of this ancient pilgrimage. Its history begins in ...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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34:34
All Roads Lead to the Eternal City: The History of Roman Pilgrimages with Dr. Timothy O'Donnell
In the latest episode, Dr. Timothy O'Donnell, beloved professor and current president of Christendom College, joins In Via for a captivating discussion. Together, we delve into the profound allure and historical richness of Rome as a p...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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40:59
The Witness of the Early Church: Pilgrimages to the Holy Land with Mike Aquilina
As we continue our miniseries on the history of pilgrimage, we turn to Mike Aquilina, an author who brings the writings and lives of the early Church Fathers alive. In our conversation, we explore pilgrimage as imitation of Christ and the witne...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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36:14
Tracing the Roots: The Journey from Jewish Feasts to Christian Traditions with Dr. John Bergsma
Join us as we talk with Dr. Bergsma, a former Protestant pastor turned Catholic scholar, about the history of pilgrimage and how we got here. Discover how Jesus Christ embodied the fulfillment of ancient Jewish feasts and how their ...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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32:32
A Lenten Journey Through Rome's Station Churches with Crux Stationalis
Come with us through the cobblestone pathways of Rome as Joan and her friend Jacob Stein, a Nebraskan turned Italian local, unveil the spiritual significance of the Roman station churches. With each step, we trace the footsteps of countless pil...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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37:26
The Tactile, Sacramental Experience of Pilgrimage with Father Thomas Haan
Why would a pastor include pilgrimage in his new pastoral plan? Join us as Father Thomas Haan shares with us what role he hopes pilgrimage will play in his suburban parish. We discuss the importance of encounter in religious formation, whether ...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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30:00
The Camino: The Best and Worst Thing (Before & After with Angie Bosio)
Walking for hundreds of miles on pilgrimage sounds like the best and worst thing - and that's what attracted Angie Bosio to the Camino. In this unique episode, Angie sits down with us before and after her journey! She shares what she expects to...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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51:01
Tourists turned Pilgrims and the Demands of Art with Liz Lev
Join us as we talk with renowned art historian, author, and tour guide Liz Lev. Liz has been working as a guide in Rome and the Vatican for over 20 years - in this discussion, you'll quickly see why she's the most sought-after guide to the Vati...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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25:11