“The host of this podcast presents an informative yet one-sided discussion of the Camino de Santiago. I’m not exactly sure what his reasons are, but it’s clear that he only focuses on the positives when in reality, there are many negatives. He continually shuts down any mention of negative aspects by his guests. Truly there are many good things about the Camino. But there are many negatives things as well which are not discussed. For example, many pilgrims are rude, selfish, antisocial, mentally ill, and in some cases even dangerous. Recently, a German pilgrim started a fire near Foncebadon which burned large areas of land in that region of the Camino causing massive damages for family farmers and others. The man is currently in prison in Spain. Also, many bartenders, restaurant owners, and shop owners are rude and aggressive toward pilgrims. Where there was once kindness in the past, there is now a certain meanness that has descended on many areas of the Camino. Cliques develop quickly and a tribal mentality has developed throughout the entirety of the Camino. Getting to Santiago is now more about survival both physically and mentally. It’s no longer a fanciful journey of wonder and joy. It’s now a ruthless competition and challenge, every man for himself, if you will. Don’t expect a fairy tale. Expect to fight for your life and your sanity day in and day out.”
gmax105 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/14/24