Topic: Papal Name

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Big Mac & Cheese
Episode 495 13:26 - 15:48

495: Big Mac & Cheese

Francis of Assisi, Papal Name and Vatican Reform

The significance of the name "Francis" is explored as a signal for the new Pope's intended program of reform. Drawing inspiration from Francis of Assisi, the "Little Poor Man," the Pope is expected to focus on the downtrodden. There is speculation that this radical focus on poverty could lead to the selling of Vatican treasures.