Pillar Paths Podcast

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Pillar Paths Podcast uncovers the profound influence of Catholic women saints on urban design of European cities and beyond. PPP delves into how the Catholic Church, through the legacies of these remarkable women shaped city layouts, public spaces, and architecture from antiquity to early modern era.

Episodes

  1. 05/23/2025

    St Hilda of Whitby

    In the 7th century, St. Hilda built a monastery atop a cliff, sparking a town that’s still a gem today. Over five days, we’ll trace her story—from missionary spark to medieval marvels—plus travel tips and foodie treats for you explorers. It’s a tale of faith and stone on England’s wild coast—let’s dive into Hilda’s world. "Strive to follow the path of goodness and holiness, and let your light shine before all.” -St. Hilda

    8 min

  2. 04/02/2025

    St. Brigid of Kildare 4: Monastic Influence

    St. Brigid’s Kildare—monastery and tomb, cathedral and tower, her well. Today, her monastic influence grows Kildare, relics driving it—plus tourist tips! She shaped a medieval hub—let’s explore!

    9 min

  3. 04/02/2025

    St. Brigid of Kildare 3: The Well that connects

    Welcome to Sacred Spaces! We’ve been with St. Brigid—Monday, her monastery and tomb sparked Kildare; yesterday, her cathedral and tower rose. Today, we’re at St. Brigid’s Well—a medieval lifeline beyond her relics, plus a store drop! Her faith flows wide—let’s dive in.

    9 min

  4. 03/26/2025

    St. Brigid of Kildare: Cathedral and Tower

    Brigid’s monastery starts in 480—wooden, humble. She’s buried there in 525, her relics drawing pilgrims. By 850, Vikings threaten, so her skull moves to Downpatrick—but Kildare keeps humming. Around 900, a round tower rises; by 1223, a cathedral crowns her tomb site.

    9 min

  5. 03/26/2025

    St Brigid of Kildare

    This week we discuss St. Brigid of Kildare. A woman of kindness, fortitude and confidence. She started a monastery with a miracle and confidence. Her legacy continues after 1500 years!

    11 min

  6. 03/21/2025

    Zaragoza: Wrap Up and Foodie Friday

    We’ve walked Zaragoza’s story—Mary’s vision, the basilica, the plaza, medieval miracles. Today, we wrap it up—how this city lives on as a pilgrimage star, plus some foodie tips to taste its soul. Our Lady of the Pillar built a medieval foundation that’s still pulling people in 2025.

    15 min

  7. 03/21/2025 · VIDEO

    A Basilica Rises Video

    On the second episode of Pillar Paths, we dwell into how a small, wooden, mudded church arose to become a magnificent Basilica we know and see today.

    21 min

  8. 03/20/2025 · BONUS VIDEO

    Welcome to Pillar Paths Podcast

    Welcome. Join me as we take paths to the various cities and places around Europe where the voices of women Saints are waiting to be heard. We will look into their Faith and how their Faith shaped places that is still felt today by believers and non believers alike.

    12 min

  9. 03/20/2025

    Zaragoza: Plaza del Pilar

    Today we gather at Plaza del Pilar. A public space grand befitting a magnificent Basilica. A place where pilgrims and locals gather.

    10 min
  10. Pillar Path Podcast Zaragoza Intro

    03/17/2025

    Pillar Path Podcast Zaragoza Intro

    Welcome to the first episode of Pillar Path Podcast. This week we will explore Zaragoza, the first Marian apparition sight. Ever wonder why there is a a Lady of Pillar? Why is Zaragoza known for it. And why millions go there to pay homage. What is this city claim to frame. It all started with St. James the Greater's call for help in evangelizing Roman Iberia.

    11 min

  11. 03/04/2025 · BONUS VIDEO

    Welcome!

    Welcome to *Pillar Paths*, a podcast tracing the urban legacies of Catholic women saints who shaped cities across Europe and beyond

    12 min
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Pillar Paths Podcast uncovers the profound influence of Catholic women saints on urban design of European cities and beyond. PPP delves into how the Catholic Church, through the legacies of these remarkable women shaped city layouts, public spaces, and architecture from antiquity to early modern era.

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    rachelletayagramirez
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