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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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7:55

Pope Leo XIV Breaks Tradition in Sistine Chapel Debut

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2025/05/09

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.Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you

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6:34

Pope Leo XIV - what happens next?

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2025/05/09

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

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7:33

The Election of Pope Leo XIV

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2025/05/08

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

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6:30

Who Is Pope Leo XIV ? ( Robert Francis Prevost ) The...

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2025/05/08

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

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3:48

White Smoke - A new Pope has been chosen. Pope Leo...

White Smoke - Pope Leo XIV the American Pope ·

2025/05/08

White smoke from the Sistine Chapel's chimney has billowed into the sky, prompting waves of cheers in Saint Peter's Square and signaling to the world that the 267th pope has been determined.Pope Leo XIV, from Chicago, is the first American Pope.White smoke poured from the chimney as bells pealed from the towering basilica, confirming that the 133 cardinal electors who had been sequestered inside since Wednesday had reached a two-thirds majority decision on who will succeed Pope Francis, who died in

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8:01

Daily Conclave Update - Black Smoke Signals No Decision

White Smoke - Pope Leo XIV the American Pope ·

2025/05/08

The Cardinals gather for a second day of voting in the Sistine Chapel, with five inconclusive ballots so far. Learn about the historical timeline of papal elections, tensions within the Church, the popular Fantapapa prediction game, and why some are connecting this conclave to an ancient apocalyptic prophecy.Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which seays

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11:17

Daily Conclave Update - The Conclave Begins! ...

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2025/05/07

As The Conclave begins, some security measures are under way, and the Cardinals are given dossiers on the candidates.We take a look at the updated betting oddsUnlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which seays UNINTERRUPTED LISTENING. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed! You also get 20+ other shows on the network

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11:53

Daily Conclave Update - The Bettong Odds on the next...

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2025/05/06

You can wager on everything, including who might be the next Pope. We take a look at the odds.Also, the Popemobile finds a new purpose.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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7:06

Daily Update: Pope Francis and money

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2025/05/04

When asked to support prison ministry initiatives financially, even as Vatican resources dwindled, Francis did not hesitate to use his personal savings. "Don't worry, I have something in my account," he told Ambarus, before transferring 200,000 euros for the needs of the incarcerated—money he might have kept for his own use in his final days.A poignant detail revealed after his death showed that Francis' burial would be paid for by a benefactor. Having given everything to others, he left no money

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33:19

17. Heaven On Hold

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2025/05/04

Inside the Vatican, thousands of sainthood causes languish in limbo - not rejected, but deliberately delayed. This episode investigates the most contested candidates awaiting judgment, from wartime Pope Pius XII and his disputed Holocaust record to American media pioneer Archbishop Fulton Sheen and radical social activist Dorothy Day. We reveal the power struggles that determine which causes advance and which wait for a more favorable moment, examining how the Church navigates historical

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7:48

Daily Update: Are we in for a long Conclave?

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2025/05/03

Cardinal Rainer Maria Woelki of Cologne, Germany, expects the upcoming papal conclave to last longer than the relatively brief gathering that elected Pope Francis in 2013, the German prelate revealed Tuesday in Rome."I hope for a short conclave, but I believe everything is possible," Woelki told EWTN Germany. "I expect it won't go as quickly as the last conclave. But maybe I'll be proven wrong. I would be happy about that."Get the show without ads. Five bucks. For Apple users, hit the banner on

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7:16

Daily Update: Martin Scorcese to share Pope Francis'...

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2025/05/02

Martin Scorsese has made a documentary with the late Pope Francis that will feature conversations between the pontiff and Scorsese, including what the film-makers say was the pope's final in-depth on-camera interview.Aldeas – A New Story will detail the work of Scholas Occurrentes, a non-profit, international organisation founded by the pope in 2013 to promote what it termed "Culture of Encounter" among youth.Get the show without ads. Five bucks. For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple

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9:55

DAILY UPDATE: Pope Francis' understated style

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2025/05/01

Francis not only dressed modestly but actively de-emphasized traditional clerical attire, reportedly teasing one overdressed cardinal by asking if he had "come dressed for a wedding." He sometimes referenced certain styles in his homilies, describing long black cassocks and wide-brimmed saturno hats as symbols of "traditionalism and rigidity" within the church. His everyday accessories included a Swatch watch or a Casio timepiece that retailed for just twenty-three dollars, and he made headlines by

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9:27

DAILY UPDATE: Cardinal Angelo Becciu withdraws from...

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2025/04/30

The Italian cardinal at the center of what many call the Vatican's "trial of the century" has announced his withdrawal from participating in the upcoming conclave to elect a new pope, citing "the good of the church." This ends days of drama that had overshadowed the proceedings following Pope Francis' death.Cardinal Angelo Becciu's status dominated discussions as questions swirled about whether he would participate in the May seventh conclave to elect Francis' successor. After his downfall in 2020,

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10:45

DAILY UPDATE: Conclave to select new Pope begins May...

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2025/04/29

The Vatican announced the conclave will begin on May 7th and will involve some 135 cardinals from across the world..The cardinals will gather for morning Mass at Saint Peter's Basilica, praying for the wisdom to make the right decision. They then will form a procession into the Sistine Chapel, where they will take an oath where they commit to secrecy and not to allow outside interests to sway their decisions.The master of Pontifical Liturgical Celebrations orders everyone who is not part of the

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8:49

DAILY UPDATE: Pope Francis's Final Journey - A...

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2025/04/28

Pope Francis’s burial at the Basilica of St. Mary Major is a deeply personal tribute to his Ligurian roots, with a simple tomb crafted from slate stone, honoring his family’s homeland. The tomb bears only the Latin inscription "Franciscus" and a reproduction of his pectoral cross, reflecting his lifelong devotion to humility. Meanwhile, the world mourns his passing, and attention is shifting toward the upcoming papal conclave, where leading candidates, such as Pietro Parolin, Péter Erdő, and Luis

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7:35

DAILY UPDATE: Pope Francis's Final Blessing: Vatican...

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2025/04/27

The touching account of Pope Francis's Easter Sunday appearance and final hours, as shared by his personal doctor. Discover how Sister Geneviève's solitary vigil honored a meaningful friendship, and how ancient Gregorian chant traditions brought dignity to the funeral ceremonies at Saint Peter's.Unlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which seays UNINTERRUPTED

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28:27

16. Saints and Scandals

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2025/04/27

What happens when the Catholic Church's heroes become its flashpoints? This episode examines the Church's most controversial canonizations, from Juan Diego's disputed historical existence to Josemaría Escrivá's fast-tracked elevation and Mother Teresa's complex legacy. We explore how disputed martyrs from the Spanish Civil War reveal competing historical narratives, and how ancient controversies like Emperor Constantine's sainthood continue to shape debates about the Church's relationship to power

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7:27

DAILY UPDATE: Key Moments from Pope Francis's...

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2025/04/26

Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re delivered a moving eulogy for Pope Francis on Saturday, honoring him as a true "pope of the people" whose informal and spontaneous style allowed him to communicate effectively with the "least among us."The Cardinal spoke with deep reverence, describing Francis as "a pope among the people, with an open heart towards everyone," capturing the essence of a pontificate marked by accessibility and compassion. In his remarks, Cardinal Re evoked the poignant final public image

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9:30

DAILY UPDATE: Pope Francis Funeral: When and Where to...

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2025/04/25

Pope Francis's funeral will take place on Saturday at 10 a.m. Rome time, and here’s everything you need to know about the event.The ceremony will be held at St. Peter’s Square with Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re presiding over the Mass, incorporating traditional rites with Pope Francis’s personal modifications, such as a simpler service with a single wooden coffin. The Mass will include prayers in multiple languages and will conclude with Pope Francis’s burial at the Papal Basilica of Santa Maria

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