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Fr. Patrick Mary Briscoe, editor of Our Sunday Visitor and co-host of the “Godsplaining” podcast, joins multimedia producer Victoria Holmes to discuss the legacy of Pope Francis, the political back and forth among cardinals, and the future of the Catholic Church.
The Agenda:
—Pope Francis’ health has been declining for some time
—Complex mourning period
—The conclave will be influenced by the diverse backgrounds of the cardinals
—What’s true about the film Conclave and what isn’t
—Pope Benedict’s funeral
—Pope Francis’ spontaneity sometimes led to controversy
—The future relationship between the Vatican and the United States
Victoria Holmes is an associate multimedia producer at The Dispatch and is based in Washington, D.C. Prior to joining the company in 2022, she worked as a TV news reporter and podcast host. When she's not producing and editing podcasts and multimedia content, she enjoys discovering new restaurant spots or planning her next escape to the beach.
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