PONTIFACTS: Ranking the Popes

Despite an illustrious ecclesiastical career, Pope Lucius II would not have long as pope to leave much of an impact. In his episode we discuss a plea in Lucca, papal rudeness in Portugal, a fallout with King Roger, and a shocking turn of events in Rome! 

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Wake up babe, there is a new church schism! Except that its the same as an old schism, and definitely full of nonsense.
Join us as we explore the history, views and members of the Society of Saint Pius X, and the actions that lead to 1500 people being excommunicated.

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Pope Celestine was going to do one thing in his papacy, and it might just give you some Cadaver Synod flashbacks! 

In his episode, we discuss his influential mentor, Abelard, and overturned relations with Sicily, England, and France. 

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Well, we can all admit it: Innocent II was not elected canonically. And yet, he still ends up coming out as the canonical pope! In his episode, we discuss how this happened, his massively advantageous allies, an ecumenical council, and a Sicilian ambush. 


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Pope Honorius II certainly had an unconventional and illegitimate start to his papacy, but no one was willing to let him resign! In his episode, we discuss the full circle Papal-Imperial moment, some very uppity abbots, puppeting dying men... and a creamy John. 

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