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White Smoke - Pope Leo XIV the American Pope

Caloroga Shark Media

With white smoke clearing and history made, our coverage now follows Robert Francis Prevost—the first American ever elected pope—as he begins his reign as Pope Leo XIV.Our daily bulletins track this unprecedented pontificate from his first blessing to his installation mass, analyzing how this Chicago-born, Peru-naturalized former Vatican insider will lead 1.4 billion Catholics worldwide.What does his choice of the name "Leo" signal? How will his two decades in Latin America shape his global vision

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16:40

20. The Imperial Transition - From Persecution to Power

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2025/07/20

When Constantine saw his vision at the Milvian Bridge in 312 CE, the papacy stood at history's hinge. This episode examines how Popes Miltiades and Silvester navigated Christianity's sudden transformation from persecuted sect to imperial partner. Physical spaces evolved from hidden house churches to magnificent basilicas, while papal authority adapted to unprecedented imperial favor. The revolutionary changes of this period created both opportunities and compromises that would shape the institution

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7:57

Pope Leo’s NEW White Sox Surprise and His Green...

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2025/07/17

A remarkable gift from Cardinal Cupich to Paul Konerko highlights the surprising bond between the 2005 White Sox and Pope Leo, who attended Game 1 of the World Series as a fan. Plus, we explore the Chicago-made vestments the pope wore for his inaugural Mass for environmental stewardship. Later, Pope Leo leads the Angelus from Castel Gandolfo for the first time in twelve years, delivering a passionate call for a “revolution of love.”Portions of this program were made with the help of AI. While no one

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26:48

19. The Underground Bishops - Leading During Persecution

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2025/07/13

For two centuries, popes led a forbidden faith from the shadows of the Roman Empire. This episode explores how bishops like Telesphorus, Anicetus, and Callistus maintained church cohesion despite imperial persecution, navigating both external threats and internal theological conflicts. From Telesphorus's martyrdom to the baptismal controversies under Stephen I, these underground leaders created administrative and doctrinal frameworks that would prepare the church for its eventual emergence from the

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17:03

Pope Leo Blesses a Pokémon Card and Launches a Green...

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2025/07/10

Pope Leo delights the internet by blessing a reverse holo Popplio Pokémon card—yes, really. But it’s not all novelty: he also celebrates the Church’s first “green” Mass, proposes a Vatican solar farm, and rolls out zero-emission Popemobiles. Plus: a Latin Mass exemption in Texas, same-sex blessing policies stay in place, and the Pope’s Illinois hometown buys his childhood home.Listen ad-free and binge the full White Smoke series now with Caloroga Plus: caloroga.com/plus

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18:40

18. The Shadowy Succession - Peter's Immediate Heirs

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2025/07/06

In the twilight of first-century Rome, the early papacy emerges as a historical mystery. This episode examines the contested evidence surrounding Peter's immediate successors – Linus, Anacletus, and Clement – whose leadership established the foundations of papal succession amid persecution and uncertainty. Archaeological discoveries, contradictory ancient lists, and later hagiographies reveal both the fragility and resilience of Christianity's earliest leadership structure as it evolved from

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7:02

Will Pope Leo Name Baseball's First Patron Saint?

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2025/07/03

Could the Church finally name a patron saint for baseball? Pope Leo XIV, a devoted White Sox fan, might be the man to do it—and Blessed Michael McGivney, founder of the Knights of Columbus and an early baseball standout, is a top candidate. We explore McGivney’s deep ties to the sport, from seminary box scores to charitable Little League fields, and what it would take to canonize him. Plus, the linguistic misfire that nearly sparked a medieval schism—and what it means for Pope Leo today.Get the show

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8:14

How to spot a Fake Pope Leo

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2025/07/02

As Pope Leo XIV settles into his pontificate, Vatican watchers are asking: will he complete the unfinished writings Pope Francis left behind? From a planned apostolic exhortation on child protection to a major document on poverty, these projects could define Leo's early papacy. Meanwhile, we explore how Leo is continuing Francis's catechesis style—and how AI deepfakes and fake Facebook accounts are already complicating his public image.Get the show without ads. Five bucks. For Apple users, hit the

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8:41

Pope Leo's Summer Break - what to expect

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2025/07/01

A decades-old tradition returns as Pope Leo revives the papal summer retreat to Castel Gandolfo. We preview what to expect—and share the Pope’s advice to new priests about humility, service, and true success.Get the show without ads. Five bucks.For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple Podcasts app which says UNINTERRUPTED LISTENING. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus.

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7:15

The Chosen’s Jesus Meets the Pope

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2025/06/30

onathan Roumie, star of The Chosen, shares a heartfelt moment with Pope Leo. Plus: the debate over the Latin Mass heats up as Cardinal Burke asks the Pope to reverse restrictions.Get the show without ads. Five bucks.For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple Podcasts app which says UNINTERRUPTED LISTENING. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus.

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7:08

Pope Leo Reinforces Celibacy and Gets Hit in the Head

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2025/06/29

Pope Leo lays out bold expectations for bishops worldwide—reaffirming celibacy, demanding pastoral integrity, and confronting abuse. Then, in a viral moment, the Pope takes a hit… from a flying AS Roma scarf.Get the show without ads. Five bucks.For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple Podcasts app which says UNINTERRUPTED LISTENING. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus.

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7:38

Pope Leo Pleads for Peace in the Middle East

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2025/06/28

Pope Leo delivers an impassioned appeal for peace amid the Israel-Iran conflict, denounces violence in Syria, and offers comfort to Christians across the Middle East. Plus: details on the ancient pallium tradition revived by the Pope this Sunday.Get the show without ads. Five bucks.For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple Podcasts app which says UNINTERRUPTED LISTENING. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus.

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Pope Leo Calls for Generosity and Witness During...

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2025/06/27

During Rome’s Corpus Christi celebrations, Pope Leo delivered a stirring homily urging Christians to be living witnesses of Jesus’s love through acts of sharing and generosity. Highlighting the miracle of the loaves and fishes, the Pope emphasized compassion over greed, spiritual nourishment, and the call to serve amid today’s global inequalities. Thousands joined his solemn procession through the streets of Rome.To become a premium subscriber (no ads and no feed drops) visit caloroga.com/plus.

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6:53

Reel Pope Leo: Fiennes’ Film Prep, Palestrina 500,...

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2025/06/26

Actor Ralph Fiennes learns Pope Leo screened his thriller Conclave for real-life conclave tips, sparking the star’s questions about the pontiff’s movie night. Meanwhile, Leo honors Renaissance composer Palestrina with a choral gala and commemorative Vatican stamp, praising polyphony as a model of spiritual unity. And back in Dolton, Illinois, the auction of the future pope’s 1,050-sq-ft boyhood house is pushed to July 17 as the village scrambles to secure funds and landmark status for the modest,

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7:14

Madonna reacts to being related to Pope Leo

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2025/06/25

The genealogical connection between Pope Leo and music star Madonna was uncovered through collaborative research by The New York Times, working alongside American Ancestors and the Cuban Genealogy Club of Miami.The research traced both sides of Pope Leo's family tree, revealing that he and Madonna share a common Canadian ancestor named Louis Boucher de Grandpre, who was born in Trois Rivières, Quebec. This distant family connection places them among a remarkable group of Canadian descended relatives

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7:49

The secrets behind Pope Leo's wardrobe

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2025/06/24

When Pope Leo first appeared on the central balcony of Saint Peter's Basilica following his election on May eighth, observers of Vatican fashion immediately noticed significant changes. The simple white cassock and silver cross that had characterized Pope Francis were replaced with more elaborate traditional vestments including a red satin shoulder cape called a mozzetta, a burgundy stole decorated with gold embroidery, and a golden cross suspended from a double strand of silken gold cord.Throughout

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Pope Leo’s Plea for Peace After Trump’s Iran Strikes

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2025/06/23

When U.S. bombs level three Iranian nuclear sites, Pope Leo’s call for dialogue suddenly looks prophetic. In a fiery Angelus the pontiff denounces “armed victories,” echoes the UN’s alarm, and urges world leaders to halt a spiral toward catastrophe. He then pivots to church-wide accountability, backing journalist Paola Ugaz’s abuse exposé, and reminds 68 nations that AI must serve people, not replace them. From nuclear brinkmanship to clerical reckoning and the ethics of algorithms, this episode

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7:24

Will Pope Leo allow Women Deacons?

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2025/06/22

Catholic women across the world are watching Pope Leo's early papacy with renewed hope for the possibility of becoming ordained deacons. After years of advocacy and prayer, these women see potential for historic change in a church tradition that has restricted the diaconate to men for centuries.The optimism stems from recent Vatican documents that suggest openness to expanding diaconal ministry. A document approved under Pope Francis specifically states that no reason or impediment should prevent

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7:54

The story behind Pope Leo's White Sox Cap

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2025/06/21

Pope Leo has become an unexpected fashion influencer, and it all started with his love for baseball. The pontiff's well documented passion for the Chicago White Sox reached new heights last week when he was photographed at the Vatican wearing a White Sox baseball cap alongside his traditional white papal robes.To become a premium subscriber (no ads and no feed drops) visit caloroga.com/plus. For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which seays UNINTERRUPTED LISTENING. For Spotify

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8:45

Pope Leo's Unlikely Family Ties: Madonna, Justin...

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2025/06/20

A stunning genealogical discovery reveals Pope Leo’s family connections to some of the world’s biggest entertainers, including Madonna and Justin Bieber. Tracing their roots to a common Canadian ancestor, the Pope’s family tree includes icons from multiple fields. Join us as we explore the unexpected intersections of papal lineage and pop culture, and what this new revelation means for the modern papacy.To become a premium subscriber (no ads and no feed drops) visit caloroga.com/plus.For Apple

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Papal Diplomacy: Pope Leo's Global Message

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2025/06/19

In a powerful address to papal representatives, Pope Leo reiterates the Church's unwavering commitment to religious freedom and unity. With a focus on the universal mission of the Vatican, Pope Leo urges his diplomatic corps to serve as the "eyes of Peter" in promoting human dignity and building relationships across nations. A deep reflection on the intersection of faith and diplomacy, this address sets the tone for the Holy See’s global vision.To become a premium subscriber (no ads and no feed

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