Episode: 25 - Erik Swanson (Two Dudes in Mexico Special)

Bonjour everyone! Welcome to a very special episode featuring Eric Swanson, coming back to relive the acclaimed podcast, Two Dudes in Mexico! Join us as we chat about being and having an apprentice as work trip coordinator, what it was like getting married and having the reception in Mexico, and the Project Mexico curse. So sit back, plug in some headphones, and enjoy a trip down memory lane with Two Dudes in Mexico!

Find out more about Project Mexico at: www.projectmexico.org

If you have a question you want to have answered on the show you can send them to: pmstoriesofhope@gmail.com

If you would like to contact Project Mexico & St. Innocent Orphanage, you can call us at: (619)-426-4610

Instagram: @projectmexicosio

Facebook: Project Mexico & St. Innocent Service Works

Episode: 24 - Niko Deffigos

Howdy everyone! This week we welcome Niko Deffigos to the show! Join us as we chat about his experience as the sole intern at the ranch in 2021, how not knowing Spanish was not a huge issue in his time there, and how important offseasons trips are if you want to be an intern. So sit back, plug in some headphones, and enjoy the show!

Find out more about Project Mexico at: www.projectmexico.org

If you have a question you want to have answered on the show you can send them to: pmstoriesofhope@gmail.com

If you would like to contact Project Mexico & St. Innocent Orphanage, you can call us at: (619)-426-4610

Instagram: @projectmexicosio

Facebook: Project Mexico & St. Innocent Service Works

Episode: 23 - Fr. Nicholas Andruchow

Greetings everyone! This week we welcome back Fr. Nicholas Andruchow with his new role as executive director of Project Mexico & St. Innocent Orphanage! Join us as father and son chat about what this means for the organization, what homebuilding 2022 will look like, and what you should do if you want to spend time at the Orphanage. So sit back, plug in some headphones, and enjoy the show!

Find out more about Project Mexico at: www.projectmexico.org

If you have a question you want to have answered on the show you can send them to: pmstoriesofhope@gmail.com

If you would like to contact Project Mexico & St. Innocent Orphanage, you can call us at: (619)-426-4610

Instagram: @projectmexicosio

Facebook: Project Mexico & St. Innocent Service Works

Episode: 22 - Zach & Sophia Swanson

Welcome back to the podcast everyone! This week we have our first two for one episode, with our guests Zach and Sophia Swanson! Join us as we chat about their experience being a work trip coordinator duo, living at the orphanage for the first 2 years of their marriage, and how important that communal life is. So sit back, plug in some headphones, and enjoy the show!

Find out more about Project Mexico at: www.projectmexico.org

If you have a question you want to have answered on the show you can send them to: pmstoriesofhope@gmail.com

If you would like to contact Project Mexico & St. Innocent Orphanage, you can call us at: (619)-426-4610

Instagram: @projectmexicosio

Facebook: Project Mexico & St. Innocent Service Works

Episode: 21 - Tony Machnee

HEY EVERYONE, LUKE’S BACK!

That's right, Luke Andruchow is back hosting the podcast once again! And this time, he’s brought a very special guest, Tony Machnee! Join us as Luke and Tony reminisce about the ranch of days past, some of the biggest ranch projects he worked on, and how the ranch of olden days compares to what it is like now. So sit back, plug in some headphones, and enjoy the show!

Find out more about Project Mexico at: www.projectmexico.org

If you have a question you want to have answered on the show you can send them to: pmstoriesofhope@gmail.com

If you would like to contact Project Mexico & St. Innocent Orphanage, you can call us at: (619)-426-4610

Instagram: @projectmexicosio

Facebook: Project Mexico & St. Innocent Service Works

Episode: 20 - Sam Williams

In this episode, we talk with Sam Williams, someone whose life changed forever after coming down to Project Mexico years ago. Join us as we talk about how important missionary work is, how to be one no matter where you are, and being able to do it all in light of a global pandemic. So sit back, plug in some headphones, and enjoy the show!

Find out more about Project Mexico at: www.projectmexico.org

If you have a question you want to have answered on the show you can send them to: pmstoriesofhope@gmail.com

If you would like to contact Project Mexico & St. Innocent Orphanage, you can call us at: (619)-426-4610

Instagram: @projectmexicosio

Facebook: Project Mexico & St. Innocent Service Works

Episode: 19 - Elias Fox

In this episode, we talk with summer 2019 intern Elias Fox about his experience living at the orphanage for the past few months! Get ready to learn how Project Mexico was his first experience in the humanitarian world, how that helped him grow spiritually, and a tragic story about a boy and his fish. So sit back, plug in some headphones, and enjoy the show!

Find out more about Project Mexico at: www.projectmexico.org

If you have a question you want to have answered on the show you can send them to: pmstoriesofhope@gmail.com

If you would like to contact Project Mexico & St. Innocent Orphanage, you can call us at: (619)-426-4610

Instagram: @projectmexicosio

Facebook: Project Mexico & St. Innocent Service Works

Episode: 18 - Father Christian Siskos

Stories of Hope is a Podcast exploring the faith-affirming experiences of service work.

In episode 18 of Stories of Hope, we speak with Fr. Christian Siskos, a good friend of Project Mexico. Fr. Christian shares what it means to be an "at home" missionary and his thoughts on the priesthood. Prepare yourself for a thoughtful, spiritually enriching conversation. An immense thank you to Fr. Christian for his time!

Fr. Christian has his very own podcast, "Hidden Lives" where he interviews Orthodox Christians of varying professions. Check it out here.

Episode: 17 - Shannon Todd

Stories of Hope is a Podcast exploring the faith-affirming experiences of service work.

Today on Stories of Hope, we talk with Shannon Todd--current on-site employee in Tijuana at St. Innocent Ranch. She shares about what led her to working at Project Mexico, some of what God has taught her while she's been here, and what the experience has meant. Shannon is an incredibly warm, thoughtful person, and hearing from her about Project Mexico life is a real treat! You won't want to miss this episode!

Episode: 16 - Father Nicholas Andruchow (Part 2)

Stories of Hope is a Podcast exploring the faith-affirming experiences of Project Mexico.

Today on Stories of Hope, we bring you the second installment of our interview with Father Nicholas Andruchow, Project Mexico's on-site priest and spiritual director.

Father Nicholas shares about his long history with Project Mexico, raising a family on St. Innocent Ranch, and his unique perspective as the on-sight priest of the last 10 years. And as you’ll know if you’ve ever heard his sermons, he’s a fantastic storyteller!

Father Nicholas shares stories from his long history with Project Mexico, what it's like raising a family at St. Innocent Ranch, and his unique perspective serving as the on-sight priest of the last 10 years.. And as you’ll know if you’ve ever heard his sermons, he’s a fantastic storyteller!

Check out part 2 of our interview with Father Nick. 

Find out more about Project Mexico at www.projectmexico.org

ANNOUNCEMENT: we’re preparing for a special Q&A episode! Send in your podcast, Project Mexico, and wildcard questions to our podcast email: pmstoriesofhope@gmail.com

Episode: 15 - Father Nicholas Andruchow (Part 1)

Stories of Hope is a Podcast exploring the faith-affirming experiences of Project Mexico.

In the return of Stories of Hope, we bring you a two-parter episode with a long awaited guest: the man you all know and love and maybe slightly fear, Father Nicholas Andruchow (or simply known as “Padre”). 

Father Nicholas shares stories from his long history with Project Mexico, what it's like raising a family at St. Innocent Ranch, and his unique perspective serving as the on-sight priest of the last 10 years.. And as you’ll know if you’ve ever heard his sermons, he’s a fantastic story teller!

Check back for part 2 of our interview with Father Nick. 

Find out more about Project Mexico at www.projectmexico.org

ANNOUNCEMENT: we’re preparing for a special Q&A episode! Send in your podcast, Project Mexico, and wildcard questions to our podcast email: pmstoriesofhope@gmail.com

Episode: 14 - Luke Andruchow

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Stories of Hope is a Podcast exploring the faith-affirming experiences of Project Mexico.

In this episode, we talk with Stories of Hope’s very own Luke Andruchow! Listen to this episode to hear all about what life was like growing up at Project Mexico and St. Innocent Orphanage, what that experience has brought to Luke’s life now, and why he started the Stories of Hope podcast. But who’s interviewing him, you ask? Listen for an important update regarding the future of the podcast!

Find out more about Project Mexico at: www.projectmexico.org

If you have a question for the show you can comment below or send them to: pmstoriesofhope@gmail.com

Episode: 13 - Charlie Boardman

Hosted by Luke Andruchow, Stories of Hope is a Podcast exploring the faith-affirming experiences of Project Mexico.

In this episode, we speak with Charlie Boardman about his time at Project Mexico and St. Innocent Orphanage, what called him to be an intern for 4 years, what his life was like after that, and how he is still involved in the orphanage today.

If you have a question for the show you can comment below or send them to: pmstoriesofhope@gmail.com

Episode: 12 - Ginny Alex

Middle: Ginny Alex

Hosted by Luke Andruchow, Stories of Hope is a Podcast exploring the faith-affirming experiences of Project Mexico.

Episode 12

In this episode, we talk with Ginny Alex about her time at Project Mexico and St. Innocent Orphanage, the leap of faith it took to come down, and how she has never regretted it.  Join us as we discuss what her summer plans/mission at the orphanage, how you can help even if you are not down there, and how Luke really wants a giant water gun.  So put on some headphones and join us as we soothe your ears with podcast goodness.

Find out more about Project Mexico at: www.projectmexico.org

If you have a question for the show you can comment below or send them to: pmstoriesofhope@gmail.com

Episode: 11 - Faith Gunderson

In this episode of the podcast, we talk with Faith Gunderson about her time living on the orphanage, how she made the quick jump from visitor to long-term volunteer, and how that changed her life. Join us as we discuss her time working on the porcina, being in charge of the tiendita, and all the fun and challenges those things to bring. So sit back, relax, and enjoy all the fun hijinx that ensues in this new exciting episode.

Find out more about Project Mexico at: www.projectmexico.org

If you have a question you want to have answered on the show you can send them to: pmstoriesofhope@gmail.com

If you would like to contact Project Mexico & St. Innocent Orphanage, you can call us at: (619)-426-4610

Instagram: @projectmexicosio

Facebook: Project Mexico & St. Innocent Service Works

Episode: 10 - Anna Cunningham

Hosted by Luke Andruchow, Stories of Hope is a Podcast exploring the faith-affirming experiences of service work.

Episode 10
In this episode, we talk with Anna Cunningham about her time at Project Mexico, and all the hats she wears while serving in Mexico. Join us as we discuss the importance of meeting new people, having new experiences, and how this can help you in all aspects of your life. So throw on some headphones, grab a refreshment, and enjoy yourself as we walk through another episode of Stories of Hope.
Find out more about Project Mexico at: www.projectmexico.org
If you have a question for the show you can comment below or send them to: pmstoriesofhope@gmail.com

Episode: 9 - Geoff Bray (Part 2)

Hosted by Luke Andruchow, Stories of Hope is a Podcast exploring the faith-affirming experiences of Project Mexico.

Episode 9

In part 2 episode, we continue our talk with a former Project Mexico Executive Director Geoff Bray about his time living at the orphanage and get a view of what the organization was like 10-15 years ago. Join us as we talk about how he went from intern to Executive Director, some of his favorite projects he worked on, and how God was there helping him the whole way. So throw on some headphones and prepare yourself to travel back in time to the days of Project Mexico past.

If you have a question for the show you can comment below or send them to: pmstoriesofhope@gmail.com

Episode: 8 - Geoff Bray (Part 1)

Hosted by Luke Andruchow, Stories of Hope is a Podcast exploring the faith-affirming experiences of Project Mexico.

Episode 8

In part 1 of 2 episode, we talk with a former Project Mexico Executive Director Geoff Bray about his time living at the orphanage and get a view of what the organization was like 10-15 years ago. Join us as we talk about how he went from intern to Executive Director, some of his favorite projects he worked on, and how God was there helping him the whole way. So throw on some headphones and prepare yourself to travel back in time to the days of Project Mexico past.

If you have a question for the show you can comment below or send them to: pmstoriesofhope@gmail.com

Episode: 7 - Thomas Ingram

Hosted by Luke Andruchow, Stories of Hope is a Podcast exploring the faith-affirming experiences of Project Mexico.

Episode 7

In this episode, we talk with Thomas Ingram about his time at Project Mexico and Saint Orphanage, and how he went from intern to full-timer.  Join us as we discuss how the reason why he come down to Project Mexico in the first place, how the nickname Farmer Tom came to be, and a certain story that involves Peacocks.  So sit back, relax, and join us for this fun and exciting episode!

Episode: 6 - Alexander Eliades

Hosted by Luke Andruchow, Stories of Hope is a Podcast exploring the faith-affirming experiences of Project Mexico.

Episode 6

In this episode, we talk with Alexander Eliades about his experience at Project Mexico and St. Innocent Orphanage, and how it was not at first what he expected, but by the end he was absolutely in love with the place.  We also discuss some funny stories, which snacks are better in Mexico or in the USA, and how Alex found the love of his life while at Project Mexico.  Listen in for a great episode!