Episodes

  • Inside the Conclave - how the votes went down and how Pope Leo didn't win Round 1

    Inside the Conclave - how the votes went down and how Pope Leo didn't win Round 1
    May 13 2025
    What transpired within the sealed confines of the Sistine Chapel offers fascinating insights into papal politics. According to sources close to the conclave, Cardinal Parolin initially led the voting through Thursday lunchtime, accumulating between forty-five and fifty-five votes - a substantial showing but still far from the eighty-nine votes required for the necessary two-thirds majority.

    Cardinal Prevost trailed behind with thirty-four to forty-four votes during these early ballots. However, as Parolin struggled to expand his support through the first three rounds, the Italian cardinal made a pivotal decision that would reshape the entire election. He withdrew from the race and threw his endorsement behind Prevost, according to sources.

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    7 mins
  • Pope Leo's Sunday Mass (recap) and what happens next on the schedule?

    Pope Leo's Sunday Mass (recap) and what happens next on the schedule?
    May 12 2025
    Newly elected Pope Leo the Fourteenth delivered an impassioned plea against warfare during his initial Sunday appearance at Vatican City, urging international leaders to pursue peaceful resolutions.

    Addressing ongoing global hostilities, the recently chosen Catholic leader advocated for permanent reconciliation in Ukraine, demanded humanitarian pauses in Gaza, and expressed satisfaction regarding Saturday's diplomatic breakthrough between India and Pakistan.

    The pontiff described feeling "profound anguish" over Gaza's situation, voiced optimism for sustainable Indo-Pakistani relations, and advocated for "genuine, enduring reconciliation" in Ukraine.
    Before assembled faithful in Saint Peter's Square, he led the traditional Regina Caeli prayer honoring Mary.
    Speaking from Saint Peter's Basilica's main balcony, he declared: "Eight decades since World War Two's conclusion, humanity confronts fragmented global warfare.

    "Addressing world leaders, I echo timeless wisdom: 'cease all conflicts.'"

    Continuing his address, the pontiff stated: "Ukrainian suffering weighs heavily upon me. May genuine, sustainable resolution emerge swiftly through every available channel. Release all captives. Reunite families separated by conflict."
    Regarding Middle Eastern tensions, he expressed: "Gaza's circumstances cause me profound distress. Immediate humanitarian access must resume. All detained individuals require liberation."

    He acknowledged positive developments: "Saturday's India-Pakistan de-escalation brings hope. May forthcoming dialogue produce enduring stability."
    …

    The pontiff has maintained an intensive schedule, celebrating Mass Friday in the Sistine Chapel before addressing cardinals Saturday.

    During Saturday's gathering, he characterized himself as an unexpected papal selection, pledging to honor Francis's "valuable contributions." Leo announced plans to advance his predecessor's missionary-focused initiatives, emphasizing enhanced ecclesiastical collaboration and commitment to society's vulnerable populations.

    The pontiff declared his dedication to progressive reform, referencing Pope Francis's influential 2013 publication. He specifically noted several key priorities from this text: expanded collaborative leadership structures, devotional traditions among the faithful, compassionate ministry toward society's forgotten members, and bold engagement with modern cultural challenges.

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    8 mins
  • Why Leo? The Powerful History Behind Pope Leo XIV's Chosen Name

    Why Leo? The Powerful History Behind Pope Leo XIV's Chosen Name
    May 11 2025
    As Pope Leo XIV prepares for his first public Angelus blessing, we explore the legacy behind his chosen name. From Leo the Great to Leo the Thirteenth, what does “Leo” signal about his vision for the papacy? We unpack the theological weight and symbolic power of one of the Church’s oldest names—and what it might reveal about this quiet, humble American pope.

    Plus: fresh insight from his brother, who says, “He won’t stay silent for long.”
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    11 mins
  • Villanova’s Pope Leo XIV : Campus Cheers, Knicks Playoff Hopes and Cubs or White Sox?

    Villanova’s Pope Leo XIV : Campus Cheers, Knicks Playoff Hopes and Cubs or White Sox?
    May 10 2025
    Villanova University erupted with pride as alumnus Robert Prevost became Pope Leo XIV. In this episode, we explore the campus reaction, his Villanova roots, and how Knicks fans are reading divine signs in the playoffs. Also: the surprising sports debate shaking Chicago—was the new pope really a Cubs fan or a Sox man? And farewell to the surprise social media stars of the conclave… the Vatican seagulls.
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    9 mins
  • Pope Leo XIV Breaks Tradition in Sistine Chapel Debut

    Pope Leo XIV Breaks Tradition in Sistine Chapel Debut
    May 9 2025
    In his first official Mass as pope, Pope Leo XI, America’s first-ever pontiff—stunned the Vatican with a homily delivered in American English inside the Sistine Chapel. We recap the historic service, explore early signs of his pastoral style, and hear from those who know him best, including family and Vatican insiders. Plus: what his choice of simple black shoes may say about his approach to power.

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    8 mins
  • Pope Leo XIV - what happens next?

    Pope Leo XIV - what happens next?
    May 9 2025
    The day after any papal election is a blur of prayer, protocol, and logistics. But it’s also the beginning of a delicate transition. Pope Leo the Fourteenth inherits not just the white cassock, but an intricate network of expectations—spiritual, political, and bureaucratic. So what comes next?

    First, the ceremonial obligations. He will celebrate Mass in the Sistine Chapel with the cardinal electors who chose him. This is more than a tradition. It’s a public act of unity and a signal that the Church has moved from deliberation to direction.

    Then on Sunday, the new pope will deliver the Regina Coeli prayer from a window overlooking Saint Peter’s Square. That weekly prayer—recited during the Easter season in place of the Angelus—will be his first chance to connect with the faithful in a more informal setting. It will also mark his first public remarks since his balcony address. Expect close attention to tone, language, and even which language he chooses to speak.

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    7 mins
  • The Election of Pope Leo XIV

    The Election of Pope Leo XIV
    May 8 2025
    It was just after six p.m. Vatican time when white smoke rose from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel and the bells of Saint Peter’s Basilica began to ring. Thousands gathered in the square below, erupting in cheers. Nuns wept. Tourists cheered. And somewhere inside the Apostolic Palace, the new pope was changing into his white cassock. Robert Francis Prevost of Chicago had just been elected as the two hundred sixty-seventh pope of the Roman Catholic Church. And with that, he became the first American ever to lead the Church, taking the name Leo the Fourteenth.

    The announcement came swiftly. The conclave had only begun the previous day. This was fast, even by Vatican standards—a sign that the cardinals were not deeply divided. Leo the Fourteenth was elected in fewer than five ballots. When Cardinal Dominique Mamberti stepped onto the balcony of Saint Peter’s and announced his name in Latin, many in the crowd were visibly confused. Some said aloud, "Who?" Few had expected the quiet Augustinian from Chicago to emerge as the successor to Pope Francis.
    When Pope Leo the Fourteenth finally appeared on the balcony, he did not wave immediately. He stood still, visibly moved, looking out over the crowd waving banners, including several American flags. His voice, when he finally spoke, was calm, warm, and direct.

    "Peace be with you all," he said. It was a deliberate echo of the Risen Christ’s greeting to his disciples. What followed was a short speech in Italian and Spanish that emphasized unity and humility.

    He thanked Pope Francis, spoke of building bridges, and nodded to his own formation: “I am a son of Saint Augustine. With you I am a Christian; for you I am a bishop.” He concluded with a direct message to his former diocese in Chiclayo, Peru—expressing gratitude for the years he spent serving its people.
    And just like that, the papacy of Leo the Fourteenth had begun.

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    8 mins
  • Who Is Pope Leo XIV ? ( Robert Francis Prevost ) the first American Pope

    Who Is Pope Leo XIV ? ( Robert Francis Prevost ) the first American Pope
    May 8 2025
    Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, now Pope Leo the 14th, has made history as the first American to lead the Catholic Church in its 2,000-year existence. Born in Chicago, Illinois on September 14, 1955, the 69-year-old pontiff brings a unique background as both an American and Peruvian citizen, creating a bridge between North and South American Catholic traditions at a crucial time for the global church.

    Growing up in Chicago, young Robert experienced a vibrant Catholic upbringing. His family home frequently welcomed priests, and he developed a positive connection to parish life from an early age, serving as an altar boy and attending the parish school. These formative experiences would later blossom into a lifelong commitment to the Church.
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    7 mins