Pope Leo XIV’s dual citizenship in the U.S. and Peru raises legal and theological questions: Can an American be pope without losing their passport? Experts weigh in on nationality law, tax implications, and the meaning of “functional citizenship” in Vatican City. We also explore how Leo’s Peruvian ministry shaped his papacy and what that means for the future of the global Church.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 LISTENING. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed! You also get 20+ other shows on the network ad-free!
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Pope Leo’s Joyful Start and a Surprise From the Gym
Pope Leo XIV channels the spirit of Leo XIII and embraces his new role with warmth, hope, and historical vision. We explore his plans for healing divisions within Christianity and his unexpected pop culture moment: being recognized by his personal trainer. Also: the privilege of wearing white at papal events, and why Queen Letizia stood out during Leo’s inauguration.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 LISTENING. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed! You also get 20+ other shows on the network ad-free!
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Pope Leo Calls for Gaza Aid as His Illinois Hometown Fights to Preserve His House
In his first major public address, Pope Leo XIV—America’s first pontiff—pleads for urgent humanitarian relief in Gaza, calling the crisis an “existential burden” on children and the elderly. At the same time, his rise is transforming his quiet hometown of Dolton, Illinois, where locals hope to preserve his childhood home as a historic site. Meanwhile, diplomatic ripples reach Washington as Leo’s brother visits the Oval Office and Vice President JD Vance shares details of high-level talks on peace in Gaza and Ukraine. From Vatican Square to the South Side of Chicago, this is a new era for the papacy—and for American influence on the global stage.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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White Sox Honor Pope Leo XIV with Mural at Rate Field
Pope Leo XIV might be the leader of the Catholic Church, but in Chicago, he's also a die-hard White Sox fan. In this episode of White Smoke, we cover the moving ceremony at Guaranteed Rate Field where the Sox honored their most famous fan with a mural in Section 140—the very seat he once shared with his late friend Ed Schmit. Executive VP Brooks Boyer confirms the Pope has a standing invite to throw out a first pitch... or even take an at-bat. We also follow the Pope's recent Vatican meetings, including his surprise visit to the Dicastery for Bishops and his potential role as host for Ukraine-Russia peace talks. Faith, family, baseball, and diplomacy—only on White Smoke.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 Meets JD Vance: A Historic First Audience at the Vatican
Pope Leo XIV welcomes U.S. Vice President JD Vance for their first in-person meeting since the papal election, following Leo’s call for Catholic mediation in global conflicts. The two discuss Ukraine, diplomacy, and shared values. Plus: the Pope reaffirms Church teaching on marriage and immigration, and we revisit the incredible story of a Chicago couple married by “Father Bob” before he became pope.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 LISTENING. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed! You also get 20+ other shows on the network ad-free!
About White Smoke - Pope Leo XIV the American Pope
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? Will he extend Francis's inclusive approach or chart a new course blending American pragmatism with Latin American experience?As he confronts declining Western attendance, explosive growth in the Global South, and calls for reform, WHITE SMOKE delivers essential daily insights into this pivotal moment when ancient tradition meets modern challenge under unexpected but historic leadership.Join us for daily episodes wherever you get your podcasts.Our series will now document the crucial early days of this pontificate as the new Holy Father establishes the tone and direction of his leadership. We'll examine:The significance of his chosen papal name and what it signals about his priorities and visionHis first address from the loggia of Saint Peter's Basilica and the themes he emphasizesThe ceremonial mass where he'll formally begin his ministryThe composition of his initial leadership appointments and Vatican restructuringHis first audiences with world leaders and initial diplomatic engagementsEarly indications of whether he'll continue Pope Francis's path of greater inclusion or chart a different courseWe'll bring you exclusive interviews with Vatican insiderstheological experts, and ordinary Catholics from around the world reacting to this historic transition. From the elaborate installation ceremonies to the first major decisions of this pontificate, we'll provide context for understanding these ancient traditions alongside the very modern challenges facing Catholicism today: declining attendance in Western nations, growth in the Global South, ongoing abuse scandals, calls for doctrinal reform, and the Church's role in global crises.Join us as we witness the beginning of this new chapter in the world's oldest continuously functioning institution and explore what it means for Catholics and non-Catholics alike in our rapidly changing world.
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