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Vatican City is one of the most secretive and secure places in the world. In June of 1983, a 15 year old girl named Emanuela Orlandi vanished just outside the Vatican walls. Her disappearance may reveal conspiracies that the Catholic Church would go to any lengths to keep secret. Notes: https://www.businessinsider.com/everything-we-know-about-the-1983-disappearance-of-emanuela-orlandi-2018-11 https://comayala.es/Libros/ddc2i/ddc2e10.htm https://www.thetimes.com/uk/crime/article/the-mystery-of-the-missing-girl-the-pope-and-the-rome-underworld-fw2vgfw0g https://www.netflix.com/title/81117191 https://emanuelaorlandi.altervista.org/category/diario-di-una-storia-vera/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Carmen Vitali is getting married in Italy soon, close to Vatican City. We wondered if Pope Leo XIV could wave off of his balcony.
This is Part 2! For Part 1, check the feed!Get the atlas out because this week we're analysing some of the world's smallest countries! We've got for you Brunei, the Vatican City and how about we take a trip to Andorra?Elsewhere, Chris can now talk to his house to turn off a lightbulb: so is humanity getting lazier and lazier? If you know the answer to that or anything else, do get in touch: hello@ohwhatatime.comAnd from now on Part 1 is released on Monday and Part 2 on Wednesday - but if you want more Oh What A Time and both parts at once, you should sign up for our Patreon! On there you'll now find:•The full archive of bonus episodes•Brand new bonus episodes each month•OWAT subscriber group chats•Loads of extra perks for supporters of the show•PLUS ad-free episodes earlier than everyone elseJoin us at
Get the atlas out because this week we're analysing some of the world's smallest countries! We've got for you Brunei, the Vatican City and how about we take a trip to Andorra?Elsewhere, Chris can now talk to his house to turn off a lightbulb: so is humanity getting lazier and lazier? If you know the answer to that or anything else, do get in touch: hello@ohwhatatime.comAnd from now on Part 1 is released on Monday and Part 2 on Wednesday - but if you want more Oh What A Time and both parts at once, you should sign up for our Patreon! On there you'll now find:•The full archive of bonus episodes•Brand new bonus episodes each month•OWAT subscriber group chats•Loads of extra perks for supporters of the show•PLUS ad-free episodes earlier than everyone elseJoin us at
Is it the downfall of ChatGPT? People believe they are being spied on. Have no fear, your entire phone is spying on you! Are we scared of AI or using it to the fullest potential? The white lotus effect? Are you envious of the beautiful locations? Maybe it is just the adrenaline rush of the murder mystery. Good news, keep an eye out- they are coming around! Anna's Oura ring slightly disappointed her when she realized it didn't save her life. Her ring spoke to her again. To let her know her true thoughts about Annas recent activity. However, She's not being very gentle anymore. Clinical psychologist, international trainer, and a leading expert on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dr. Diana Hill joins Anna and Raven today for workout motivation and the psychological barriers that come between you and the gym! Anna's not a crier- her mom and daughter both are. Her mom yelled at her for this. Made Anna wonder who is and isnt really a crier? Producer Justin, Sophia, and Raven all discuss if they are or are not and when the last time they cried was. Ravens wife, Alicia celebrated her birthday all weekend. Her one birthday wish was that Raven actually attempts to dance with her- two songs. He succeeded. 67 is out, mogging is in. Mogging is apparently looking better than everyone else. Outshining. The evolution of trending words- Middle schoolers are first to discover just about any word that will soon be trending. There is a new pope-mobile and it is a ford explorer. He even has a vanity plate. Where does the pope even drive? Vatican City? The LA marathon took place yesterday. A Kenyan woman led the entire race. Finisher medals for an unfinished marathon...? Is Anna Zap out of line? Where do we stand on this matter these days as parents? Anna would rather let her kids swear and teach them the right way to do so. Others disagree. What do you think about your kids swearing? They were at Edgar's sister's house, and their son threw a baseball in the home and damaged their TV screen. It wasn't a ton of damage, but it clipped the bottom and put a weird mark on the screen. Edgar and Marie offered to buy them a replacement TV, they agreed. Now, Edgar's been thinking about it, and texted his brother-in-law and asked if they could have the broken tv because it would be great for their basement living area, even if it is slightly busted. His brother-in-law said they're going to use it in their bedroom. He's upset and since they bought them the TV, they should be able to keep the old one or be reimbursed. Marie says that he needs to let it go, it was $700, and not worth a family argument. He says his brother-in-law is cheap and should never have accepted the offer in the first place, all the kids were roughhousing! What do you think? Tom has a chance to win $400! All he has to do is answer more pop culture questions than Raven in Can't Beat Raven!
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The Feast of the Chair of St. Peter is celebrated annually on February 22nd to honor a wooden throne, enclosed in a massive bronze reliquary designed by Bernini, located in St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City. Tradition claims the chair belonged to the Apostle Saint Peter, the leader of the Early Christians in Rome and first Pope, and which he used as Bishop of Rome in the 1st century A.D. The relic symbolizes the authority and mission of St. Peter as the first Pope and the teaching authority, or magisterium, of his successors. Books about Saint Peter at https://amzn.to/4c7U0RG ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joining our growing community on https://patreon.com/markvinet SUPPORT this channel by purchasing any product on Amazon using this FREE entry LINK https://amzn.to/3POlrUD (Amazon gives us credit at NO extra charge to you). Mark Vinet's TIMELINE video channel: https://youtube.com/c/TIMELINE_MarkVinet Mark's History of North America podcast: www.parthenonpodcast.com/history-of-north-america Website: https://markvinet.com/podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mark.vinet.9 Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoricalJesu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denarynovels Mark's books: https://amzn.to/3k8qrGM Audio credits: Catholic Saints & Feasts of the Liturgical Year-February 22-Chair of Saint Peter, Apostle—Feast (Feb. 20, 2025); Saint of the Day podcast with Mike Roberts — Feast Day Of The Chair Of Saint Peter (22feb2025), Covenant Network. Audio excerpts reproduced under a Creative Commons license and the Fair Use (Fair Dealings) Legal Doctrine for purposes such as criticism, comment, teaching, education, scholarship, research and news reporting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fr. Sammie Maletta discusses his book "Be Disciples, Make Disciples". Shrines and Wonders looks at the life of St. Francis and events this year. Joan Lewis joins with the latest from Rome and Vatican City. Plus, A Tale of Two Margarets - comparing Margaret Hartshorn and Margaret Sanger. T's Two Sense looks at Ash Wednesday and Lenten Meditations from Fr. Joseph Mary Wolfe
The Lateran Treaty recognised the Vatican City as an independent sovereign state under the authority of the pope and, in return, formally recognised the Kingdom of Italy with Rome as its ...
Pop Quiz! What's the name of the smallest country in the world? I'll give you a hint, it's also the heart of one of the biggest religions on the planet! You know, the home of a guy who mostly wears flowing white robes and gets driven around in this incredibly swag custom jeep. Have you already guessed? That's right, I'm talking about Vatican City, often simply called the Vatican! The Holy City only covers 121 acres - that's just 14% of New York's Central Park - and contains a tiny population of around 800 people! But it's here religious legacies such as the beautiful St Peter's Basilica can be found, making it a spiritual centre for Roman Catholicism. But for all the prayers and blessings, the walls of this city also hold a hoard of sinister secrets. From forbidden archives to sacred scams, it's time to grab your flashlights as we explore some dark secrets of the Vatican that the Popoe would rather stay hidden!Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Today's episode is about wine, Vatican City, and the papacy.The Vatican City, officially known as the Vatican City State, is an independent city-state enclaved within Rome that serves as the headquarters of the Roman Catholic Church and the home of the Pope. As the smallest internationally recognized independent state in the world by both area and population, the history of the Vatican City is closely intertwined with that of the Papacy and the Catholic Church.One integral part of this history is wine. As wine holds religious and cultural significance for the Catholic Church, the vineyards and wineries within the walls of Vatican City and the Papal States have an extensive history dating back centuries. This blog post will provide an overview of this history, exploring the relationship between wine, the Vatican, and the Papacy throughout the years.Wine has long held religious and cultural importance within the Catholic Church. As one of the elements of the Eucharist – the ritual commemorating the Last Supper of Jesus Christ – wine holds deep spiritual meaning. Cultivating vineyards and producing sacramental wines thus have ancient origins within the Church.Archaeological evidence suggests vineyards have existed in the Vatican since Roman times. As the seat of the Roman Catholic Church was established in Rome beginning in the 4th century AD, wines grown in the surrounding regions became associated with the Papacy and the Vatican.In the Middle Ages, the Papal States expanded to encompass a large area of central Italy. Wine production flourished in these regions under papal patronage. Important wines were produced in areas near Rome, like Frascati, Est! Est!! Est!!! Di Montefiascone, and Orvieto Classico.The Avignon Papacy, from 1309 to 1377, when the Papacy resided in France instead of Rome, introduced Italian wines to the French aristocracy and royalty. The so-called “Popes' wines” gained significant renown. The Popes' treasury of wines laid the foundations for the Vatican to become a driving force in the development of Italian wines.Following the return of the Papacy to Rome, the Renaissance Popes of the 15th and 16th centuries oversaw a “golden age” for Vatican wine production. Pope Julius II, who commissioned Michelangelo to paint the Sistine Chapel ceiling, owned vineyards in Frascati and viewed wine as a status symbol among the church hierarchy.Pope Leo X, born to the famous Florentine Medici family, continued to elevate the role of wine in Vatican culture. He grew up appreciating fine wine and held lavish feasts and celebrations with copious amounts of Tuscan wine. Leo X declared Roman wine shops tax-exempt to ensure an adequate supply.Vatican wine production reached new heights under Pope Paul III in the mid-16th century. He appointed a personal “wine taster” to make the Vatican self-sufficient in wine. Vatican-owned Roman vineyards expanded via land reclamation projects along the Tiber River.Paul III established a stockpile of fine-aged wines in the Vatican cellars for his inner circle to use. Wines like Greco di Tufo were collected to fill hundreds of amphorae. This stockpile of exclusive vintage wines essentially established the Vatican as the world's first “wine bank.”In the 19th century, the Vatican's wine industry faced significant upheaval due to geopolitical changes and the phylloxera epidemic. The unification of Italy in the mid-1800s confiscated most of the Papal States' lands outside Rome. This significantly diminished Vatican-controlled vineyards and wine production and severed ties between Rome and historic wine zones like Montepulciano and Orvieto.Then, the phylloxera outbreak severely damaged vineyards across Europe. Phylloxera is an insect that feeds on and destroys grapevine roots. More Podcasts HereRead Full Content HereThe Flavors + Knowledge NewsletterProduced by SimVal Media Group, USA
Among the many curious claims is the assertion that Epstein “lived in the Vatican,” and an email to him from 2014 explains that, because Vatican City is a sovereign entity, the bank is exempt from Italy's and the European Union's transparency and regulatory rules for “elite clients.” Dr. Taylor Marshall explains. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Kimberly Bird from Live Action follows up the 2026 March for Life. Shrines and Wonders Wednesday takes us through Assisi. Joan Lewis visits from Rome with the latest from Vatican City. Plus, Andrew Kubick talks about the ethics of life, and Two Sense looks over the real rights of women.
On today's show: this winter storm is breaking our spirits. Bill's front yard is now XXX-rated. We finally found out why Harry Styles was in the crowd at the Conclave in Vatican City. Good Vibes! Bill drove a car with heated seats and didn't enjoy it at all. Alyssa's College of Knowledge! Did ODOT screw-up one of their highway signs?!? Plus, how did your parents try to scare you straight?
After dying in Vienna, Nicole didn't see the pearly gates. She was pulled into the "Abzu"—the primal cosmic waters—where she was greeted by the Apkallu: an ancient, interdimensional tribe of blue, aquatic humanoids who have been erased from modern history. But the real terror began when she returned.The Disclosure: Shortly after publishing her account of these specific entities, Nicole's analytics revealed she was being monitored by a specific IP address: Vatican City. Why is the Church tracking NDE survivors who speak of the "Fish Gods"?In this episode, we dismantle the "New Age" narrative and look at the mechanics of the afterlife. We cover the danger of "bring-back" entities during meditation, the "frequency war" waged by modern cities to keep you trapped in the body, and the "Great Reset" that ancient tablets warned us about.
In the 21st century, the theocratic nature of the Iranian regime – ruled by senior Shia clerics – appears to be a rarity. The constitutional role of religion is perhaps matched only by the Vatican City and Afghanistan, though these vary in terms of autocracy – as evidenced by the brutal suppression of protests across Iran in the past few weeks. The regime, installed following the 1979 revolution and led first by Ayatollah Khomeini and now Ayatollah Khameini, has proven remarkably resilient; how has it survived so long?Peter Frankopan – professor of global history at Oxford University – joins Damian Thompson to discuss the tensions associated with state control of public life, how to define theocracies and how those of us in the global west might not be as immune to their features as we would like to think.Produced by Patrick Gibbons. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In the 21st century, the theocratic nature of the Iranian regime – ruled by senior Shia clerics – appears to be a rarity. The constitutional role of religion is perhaps matched only by the Vatican City and Afghanistan, though these vary in terms of autocracy – as evidenced by the brutal suppression of protests across Iran in the past few weeks. The regime, installed following the 1979 revolution and led first by Ayatollah Khomeini and now Ayatollah Khameini, has proven remarkably resilient; how has it survived so long?Peter Frankopan – professor of global history at Oxford University – joins Damian Thompson to discuss the tensions associated with state control of public life, how to define theocracies and how those of us in the global west might not be as immune to their features as we would like to think.Produced by Patrick Gibbons.Become a Spectator subscriber today to access this podcast without adverts. Go to spectator.co.uk/adfree to find out more.For more Spectator podcasts, go to spectator.co.uk/podcasts. Contact us: podcast@spectator.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ken Robertson, Paddy Power's former Head of Mischief, was given one job: grab attention by any means necessary. Known for outrageous campaigns and a flair for chaos, he built a career out of toeing the line. But one particular stunt, his most ambitious yet, pushed things further than even he expected.It all began when Ken Robertson staged a marketing stunt at the Vatican. He had Paddy Power set up betting odds at St Peter's Square during the 2007 papal conclave, which earned hourly coverage on Sky News. When Pope Benedict XVI resigned in 2014, he returned to the scene with a new and provocative promotion: “Money Back if the Pope is Black.”Then came the curveball.When Dennis Rodman announced a visit to North Korea with the Harlem Globetrotters, Ken saw a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to blend spectacle with scandal. He arranged for Paddy Power to sponsor a basketball match between the United States and North Korea, set to coincide with Kim Jong-un's 30th birthday.What followed was a diplomatic headache.• Kim Jong-un's regime carried out a brutal government purge just weeks before the event • The stunt drew scrutiny from institutional investors and even the United Nations • Paddy Power was forced to pull out at the last minute • The match went ahead without branding, and surprisingly, may have contributed to the eventual release of American prisoners • The campaign drew inspiration from the “ping pong diplomacy” that once thawed tensions between the United States and ChinaWhat started as a cheeky Vatican stunt nearly became an international crisis. This is the story of how Ken Robertson's wildest idea flirted with disaster and might have done some unexpected good. Is your strategy still right in 2026? Book a free 15-min no obligation discovery call with our host:
Steve Ray visits to finish up the 3 part series on The Baptism of the Lord. Shrines and Wonders walks with St. Francis through Assisi, and talk with Joan Lewis live from Vatican City. Plus, Dr. Jason Baxter sits down in the second hour to talk why literature and pilgrimage is important to the Faith, and previews an upcoming film "The Way of St. Cuthbert" that premiers Saturday night at 10ET on EWTN Television!
What if the real war isn't political, cultural, or ideological—but biological, digital, and invisible?In this expansive and mind-bending conversation, Chris Crutchfield joins Word Up to expose the hidden architecture shaping modern reality—from global technology standards and biodigital convergence to the quiet integration of the human body into cyber-physical systems.Chris unveils his “Biopsy of a Psyop” map, connecting technology, media, food, pharmaceuticals, education, religion, history, and politics into a single coordinated system. We explore how standards—not politicians—drive global outcomes, why the Internet of Bodies changes everything, and how ancient law, redacted history, and spiritual suppression underpin modern control structures. We also dive into resets, lost civilizations, architecture that defies the official timeline, the weaponization of religion, and the question few are willing to ask: Are the entities steering the sham show even human?Watch on Odysee. Listen on Progressive Radio Network and podcast platforms everywhere.Part 2:danikatz.locals.comwww.patreon.com/danikatzAll things Dani, including books, courses, coaching + consulting, and her one-of-a-kind, critically acclaimed POP PROPAGANDA DIGITAL MEDIA LITERACY COURSE:www.danikatz.comPlus, schwag:danikatz.threadless.comFind Chris:https://www.instagram.com/67podcast/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChCSEltGvbJZolsSfNiPUWAhttps://rumble.com/user/67podcastBiopsy of a Psyop map:https://drive.google.com/file/d/1TWLUptz2-x9RVC8wQmJA7RpRwQhHwA8m/viewShow notes:· Chris Crutchfield breaks down biodigital convergence and why the human body is becoming the next network node· The hidden role of global standards bodies in shaping technology, medicine, and governance· How 5G, IoB (Internet of Bodies), and cyber-physical systems intersect beneath mainstream narratives· Chris reveals his “Biopsy of a Psyop” map—connecting tech, media, food, pharma, politics, education, and history· Why politics is a distraction from the real battlefield: standards, protocols, and infrastructure· The redaction of history, lost civilizations, resets, and the architecture that “shouldn't exist”· The legal fiction of personhood, estates· Vatican City, City of London, Washington DC—and what sovereignty really means· The suppression of the sixth sense, biofields, and human electromagnetic awareness· Jesus, resets, orthodoxy, and how spiritual truth gets weaponized by institution
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Aliia Roza is a former secret agent turned women's empowerment coach, public speaker, and influencer with over 1 million followers on Instagram who specialized in seduction and psychological manipulation to dismantle human and drug trafficking networks for the Russian government. Born in Karaganda, Kazakh SSR, in the former USSR to a distinguished Kazakh-Tatar military family, father Colonel Timerbulat Roza of the KGB 1st Chief Directorate (retired FSB general-lieutenant), mother Gulnara Roza daughter of Red Army Colonel Khasan Timerbulatov (Order of the Red Banner, Berlin 1945); she was rigorously trained under a state program for officers' children in martial arts and psychological conditioning, later graduating from Russia's Military Academy of Internal Affairs and earning a master's in fashion from London's Istituto Marangoni plus certification in human sexuality from Kinsey University. Selected for elite KGB-style training, Roza infiltrated criminal rings to rescue underage girls from sex trafficking; during one mission she was abducted and beaten by gang members but rescued by a target who had fallen in love with her, prompting her final operation, witness-protection status, defection from Russia, identity change, and relocation to Europe. Since 2018 an ambassador for London's Best Beginnings Charity (endorsed by the British Royal Family and personally introduced to Queen Elizabeth II and King Charles III), Roza founded the Roza Club, organizing 30+ humanitarian events backed by Cartier, Rolls Royce, Damiani, Roberto Cavalli, and House of Garrard to aid underprivileged women and children in London and Paris. A 2017 Miss Asia International Beauty crowned by Sushmita Sen, she earned Forbes Woman Empowerment recognition at Cannes and Venice Film Festivals (2019, 2022) and speaks at the United Nations and World Changers Summit in Vatican City. She co-hosts the podcast To Die For with Neil Strauss, has signed with Topic Studios for a life documentary, and is writing a book exposing KGB spy techniques to help readers spot manipulation in relationships and daily life; her column “How to Dress Like a Spy” translates espionage confidence into practical fashion and self-empowerment advice for women. Shawn Ryan Show Sponsors: Get $10 Off @BRUNT with code SRS at https://bruntworkwear.com/SRS #BRUNTpod Head to https://lumen.me/SRS for 15% off your purchase. Ready to upgrade your eyewear? Check them out at https://roka.com and use code SRS for 20% off sitewide. Go to https://helixsleep.com/srs for 20% Off Sitewide Aliia Roza Links: Book Preorder - https://www.rozaclub.com/spybook IG - https://www.instagram.com/aliiaroza YT - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOlgX-RrnrBsbWpNhkGtd9w LI - https://www.linkedin.com/in/aliia-roza-17710a39 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The latest on former Michigan Head Coach Sherrone Moore as chargers are filed against him in court. Plus, MMA legend Conor McGregor ties the knot with long-time fiancée Dee Devlin in the Vatican City. And Falcons superstar RB Bijan Robinson in hot water after using a term for a game he played as a kid, and the young back rushes to social media to make amends. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this episode of Opinions Matter, Adrian and Jeremy dive into the controversial marriage of Conor McGregor and Dee Devlin, taking place in Vatican City. Join the heated debate over whether the Catholic Church should have allowed such a union, given McGregor's checkered past, including civil suits for serious allegations.
It belongs in a museum! On this episode of The Movie Podcast, Troy Baker returns to the show alongside MachineGames Creative Director Axel Torvenius to celebrate the 1 Year Anniversary release of Indiana Jones and The Great Circle. Set after Raiders of the Lost Ark, Indiana Jones embarks on a globe-spanning adventure—from Vatican City to the Giza pyramids and Sukhothai—to stop rival groups from harnessing the power of the Great Circle, a network of mysterious sites forming a perfect circle around the world. Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is now available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, and PlayStation 5, and coming to Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026. Watch and listen to The Movie Podcast now on all podcast platforms, YouTube, and TheMoviePodcast.ca Contact: hello@themoviepodcast.ca FOLLOW US Daniel on X, Instagram, Letterboxd Shahbaz on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd Anthony on X, Instagram, and Letterboxd The Movie Podcast on X, Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and Rotten Tomatoes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Today's crossword was perfectly timed, at least for those of us living in those northern regions currently besieged by winter storms. We were intrigued to learn of the existence of NAURU, the world's third smallest country (behind Vatican City and Monaco, for those of you keeping score).We were glad to see that Ms. Adler made a reappearance in the grid (66A, Woman who bests Sherlock in "A Scandal in Bohemia", IRENE); loved the nostalgic 58A, Creator of Asteroids and Pong, ATARI (ah, the classics
How did Indian culture shape the wonders of Southeast Asia?Tristan Hughes is joined by William Dalrymple to explore the fascinating first millennium AD, from vibrant trade dynamics with the Roman Empire to the establishment of powerful Indian trading guilds and the spread of Hinduism and Buddhism after Rome's decline. They dig in to the construction of the awe-inspiring Angkor Wat, the largest Hindu temple in the world which boasts a central area four times the size of Vatican City, with carvings depicting epic Hindu legends.Watch this episode on our NEW YouTube channel: @TheAncientsPodcastMOREThe Romans and India with William DalrympleListen on AppleListen on SpotifyPrehistoric Ireland: NewgrangeListen on AppleListen on SpotifyPresented by Tristan Hughes. Audio editor and producer is Joseph Knight. The senior producer is Anne-Marie Luff.All music courtesy of Epidemic SoundsThe Ancients is a History Hit podcast.Sign up to History Hit for hundreds of hours of original documentaries, with a new release every week. Sign up at https://www.historyhit.com/subscribe. You can take part in our listener survey here: https://insights.historyhit.com/history-hit-podcast-always-on Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Brent Raska, a WSU alum who owns the Burning Bush Brewery in Chicago, made a beer called “Da Pope,” for the American Pope Leo who's also from Chicago. The Mayor of Chicago even brought the beer to the Vatican City for him to try!
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We've been told (by one person) that Leslie Mann has the same voice as us. What do you think? On this episode, Toni lives to tell her tale of visiting the holy grail of fear mongering in WMSCOG, Vatican City. Catch up on some old news, some new news, and get excited for our upcoming interview. Boom Baby
Welcome to the world's smallest sovereign state, where 800 residents preside over the spiritual lives of 1.4 billion Catholics. This 0.17-square-mile enclave packs more artistic treasures, religious significance, and ecclesiastical intrigue per square meter than anywhere else on Earth. Surrounded entirely by Rome, Vatican City operates as an absolute monarchy ruled by the Pope, making it simultaneously one of the most powerful and most sparsely populated nations on the planet.Love the pod? Get the guide! Out with each new podcast, we publish a guide to the country. Buy the TrodPod guide to the Vatican City for just $3: https://www.patreon.com/posts/142823145. Better yet, become a TrodPod member for just $5 a month and access TrodPod guides to every country in the world, released weekly with each new podcast episode! Sign up now: https://www.patreon.com/trodpod/membershipThanks for all your support!TrodPod is Murray Garrard and Elle Keymer. Sound editing by Leo Audio Productions. Design and marketing by GPS: Garrard Powell Solutions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Enclosed within the city of Rome and spanning just 0.2 square miles, Vatican City is the world's smallest independent state. Yet within its fortified walls lies a history of immense power - a city that became the beating heart of Catholicism, where popes crowned emperors, defied kings, and shaped the course of world events. How did this unassuming patch of land rise to become the centre of global faith and authority? What scandals, schisms, and sacrifices threatened to tear it apart? And why, even today, does this ancient enclave still hold sway over more than a billion lives? This is a Short History Of The Vatican. A Noiser podcast production. Hosted by John Hopkins. With thanks to Father Michael Collins, author of multiple books on the Vatican and Christianity, including The Vatican – Secrets and Treasures of the Holy City. Written by Olivia Jordan | Produced by Kate Simants | Assistant Producer: Nicole Edmunds | Production Assistant: Chris McDonald | Exec produced by Katrina Hughes | Sound supervisor: Tom Pink | Sound design by Oliver Sanders | Assembly edit by Dorry Macaulay, Rob Plummer | Compositions by Oliver Baines, Dorry Macaulay, Tom Pink | Mix & mastering: Cody Reynolds-Shaw | Fact check: Sean Coleman Get every episode of Short History Of… a week early with Noiser+. You'll also get ad-free listening, bonus material and early access to shows across the Noiser podcast network. Click the subscription banner at the top of the feed to get started. Or go to noiser.com/subscriptions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A Fresno-born producer assembled an artist born in every country to create a true World Album and gave each of them 100% ownership. From sleeping outside the Vatican to finding a North Korean-born artist, we trace the grit, the community, and the vision that turned a blueprint into living proof that music connects us all.• origins in Fresno and the Amsterdam spark• recruiting artists from 197 countries with A&R support• North Korea and Vatican City breakthroughs• 93 languages and 121 genres curated with intent• community accountability and replacing non-responsive artists• Billboard, Rolling Stone MENA, Grammy consideration, and awards• royalties and ownership model that returns 100% to artists• early impact stories from Malawi, Netherlands, Malaysia• festival vision and future project concepts• defining “making it” and sustaining purposeFind the World Album on all platforms by searching “World Album International Artist Project.” Follow on Instagram at @international_artist_project and visit www.internartistproject.orgFollow us @ brokeboyz_ff on Instagram and TikTokIntro Music by Rockstar Turtle- Broke Boyz (999)Christmas Intro Song by Nico
“What's the first thing that made you laugh today?”That's how Sandy kicks off this episode, setting the tone for a morning packed with unexpected stories, quirky trends, and laugh-out-loud moments. Joined by his quick-witted wife Trisha, Sandy dives into the chaos of “Fake Fall” in Texas, where sweater weather in the morning turns into heat stroke by noon. This episode's centerpiece is a jaw-dropping gorilla story from Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo. Sandy and Trisha recount their up-close encounter with a territorial silverback who snatched a female's food bowl—only to make a dramatic statement by peeing in it! Their storytelling brings the scene to life, blending humor and empathy for the gorilla's “sad gorilla heart.” Trisha's background as a lifelong animal lover and zoo enthusiast adds depth and authenticity to the tale, making it a must-hear for anyone who loves wild animal antics. Other highlights include:The Pope's baseball loyalty: Hear how Pope Leo, a Chicago native, hilariously defends his beloved White Sox in Vatican City, roasting a Cubs fan with a quick-witted response.Pumpkin coffee trend: Discover the bizarre new craze at Starbucks—customers bringing hollowed-out mini pumpkins for their drinks—and why some baristas are not amused.Grubhub's snooze insurance: Sandy and Trisha debate whether college students should get a do-over meal if they fall asleep before their food arrives, and share their own stories about the high cost of food delivery.Diane Keaton's Hollywood connections: Learn the surprising link between Michael Keaton, Diane Keaton, and Woody Allen's classic film “Annie Hall,” including one of Sandy's favorite movie quotes.Notable Quotes:“Sweaters in the morning and heat stroke by noon. I get you, doesn't it?”“He was all very banging his chest, running into the room, grabbing the bowl. He did a little spin as he moved into the next room and then just full on peed in her bowl.”“Okay, we can walk to the curb from here.”Guest Insights:Trisha's love for animals and her knack for storytelling shine throughout the episode, making her the perfect co-host for tales of zoo drama and everyday absurdities. Call to Action Love what you hear? Subscribe to The Sandy Show, leave us a review, and share this episode with your friends! Your support helps us keep the stories coming and the laughs rolling. Don't forget to catch every episode on the iHeartRadio app!
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AI is now a standing item at most strategic tables—shapinghow leaders think about markets, talent, and the future of work. But while investment and experimentation are rising fast, most organizations are still in the early chapters of integration. Beneath the strategy, there's a quieter conversation about fear, trust, and what remains uniquely human. In this episode, we sit down with Peter Mulford, Chief AI Officer at BTS, to debate whether AI can ever truly replace emotional intelligence. Together, we explore how we currently think about AI, the edges of what it can do, and what remains uniquely human (for now). Guest Bio: Peter Mulford is the Chief AI Officer and the Global head of the Artificial Intelligence and Innovation Practice (AI&I) for BTS Inc. In this role he helps clients get real impact by working with teams and organizations to transform their business using innovation, future back thinking, Artificial Intelligence, and digital technology. He has over 30 years of experience working with clients around the world in different industries, including Sony Interactive Entertainment, Warner Media, Microsoft, AT&T, Saudi Telecom, Lenovo, Samsung, Telkom South Africa, Merck, Coca-Cola, Toyota, Macys, and others. A sought-out keynote speaker, he has facilitated keynotes at technology and innovation conferences, company offsites, and sales conferences, as well as a private 2-day event with the late Pope Francis and 20 media executives and artists at the Vatican City. Peter joined BTS in 1998 and has worked in its offices in San Francisco, Johannesburg, Tokyo, London and New York. From 2005-2010, he was the Managing Director of BTS's East Coast region, leading the largest global office for BTS through a period of market turbulence and growth during which it more than tripled in size. Prior to BTS he worked for a start-up firm in Tokyo, Japan. He has extensive experience in Retail, Consumer Goods, Electronics and Telecom, among many other industries. Peter holds an MBA in Finance from Columbia Business School, and a Master's in international Affairs with a focus on Asia Pacific Studies from Columbia University. He speaks Japanese.
Planning a European cruise and overwhelmed by shore excursion choices? Travel advisors Ryan and Julie break down the must-do tours and activities at Europe's most popular cruise ports. From Norwegian fjords to Greek islands, discover how to maximize your limited time in each destination and choose experiences that match your travel style.Northern Europe Ports:Edinburgh, Scotland - Royal Mile walking tour with National Gallery visit featuring Da Vinci and RembrandtLisbon, Portugal - Historic neighborhood exploration including 10th-century cathedral and cobblestone cafesOslo, Norway - Traditional wooden boat fjord cruise with Akershus Fortress visit (dating to 1299)Amsterdam, Netherlands - GPS-guided tour to Volendam and Marken windmills with Dutch cheese-making demonstrationCopenhagen, Denmark - Segway waterfront tour past Gefion Fountain and Royal Opera House with Danish pastry tastingMediterranean & Central Europe Ports:Barcelona, Spain - Montserrat Monastery combined with Sagrada Familia and Park Güell tourAthens, Greece - Acropolis visit with Temple of Zeus, Tomb of Unknown Soldier, and Plaka free timeNaples, Italy - Amalfi Coast day trip to Positano, Amalfi, and SorrentoCivitavecchia (Rome), Italy - Full-day Rome tour including Colosseum, Vatican City, and Trevi FountainDubrovnik, Croatia - Old Town walking tour with panoramic views and Game of Thrones filming locationsMykonos, Greece - Coastal panoramas, Oia village, windmills, and Little Venice explorationExpert TipsLearn why European cruise ports make perfect "sampler trips" for planning future extended vacations. Discover which ports require longer transit times and how to balance guided tours with free exploration time. Plus, hear why some excursions work better for families versus couples.Perfect for first-time European cruisers and seasoned travelers looking to optimize their port days on Northern Europe or Mediterranean itineraries.Next Episode: Walt Disney World's Four Park ChallengeSupport the showLove the podcast? Help us continue to create great travel content by supporting the show. You can do that here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1197029/supporters/new Ready to plan your vacation? Most families are confused and overwhelmed when planning a vacation. We work with you to plan a trip perfect for your family. Saving you time, money, and stress! Visit our website www.allthingstravelpodcast.com and click on "Plan Your Next Vacation" Join the travel conversations and the fun in our Facebook Page and Instagram Page! Please share the show with your travel buddies!! Click this link and share the show! Never miss an episode and help us take you to the top with us by following and leaving a 5-Star review on your favorite podcasting app!
Host Jeff of Right On Radio dives into a wide-ranging episode examining recent geopolitical shifts — including the new peace plan for Israel and Gaza — through the lens of history, faith, and contemporary tech. He reviews parody clips and commentary, unpacks the idea of a “Great Reset” that's evolving from climate narratives into AI-driven technocracy, and traces alleged power centers from the City of London and Vatican City to Washington, D.C. The show covers: the 20-point peace plan and Trump's Jerusalem speech; plans to place Gaza under a temporary technocratic administration and the risks of AI governance; Israel's AI initiatives and the influence of tech magnates like Larry Ellison; and growing public surveillance via interconnected cameras, phones, cars, and cloud data. Jeff links these trends to historical institutions (Fabian Society, banking houses, BIS, IMF, Council on Foreign Relations, etc.) and symbols such as obelisks and other alleged Illuminati markers. Jeff frames the discussion from a biblical perspective, arguing how modern events may interact with end-times prophecy while warning listeners about the normalization of digital IDs, blockchain, and pre-crime surveillance. The episode includes comedic/parody elements — a JakeGTV satire about influencers and Israel — and a short audio clip resembling a young Ben Shapiro for a lighthearted close. Practical notes and calls to action appear throughout: a preview of Jeff's upcoming course, encouragement to engage in community and faith, and sponsor messages. If you're concerned about infrastructure resilience, EMP Shield is featured for EMP protection (visit EMPShield.com and use coupon code ROR to save $50). For immune support and pet products, the episode highlights Coriolus versicolor supplements and directs listeners to ROR.PetClub247.com. Expect a mix of political analysis, conspiratorial history, Christian commentary, tech skepticism, parody clips, and practical sponsor offers — all designed to inform listeners about what Jeff sees as the next phase of global control and how individuals and communities might respond. Thank you for Listening to Right on Radio. Prayerfully consider supporting Right on Radio. Click Here for all links, Right on Community ROC, Podcast web links, Freebies, Products (healing mushrooms, EMP Protection) Social media, courses and more... https://linktr.ee/RightonRadio Live Right in the Real World! We talk God and Politics, Faith Based Broadcast News, views, Opinions and Attitudes We are Your News Now. Keep the Faith
Michael New joins to discuss the numbers behind abortion rates dropping. Caitrin Bennett visits to talk about her book "Holier Matrimony: Married Saints, Catholic Vows and Sacramental Grace". Plus, Joan Lewis joins to share the latest from Rome and the Vatican.
Episode Synopsis:Is Vatican City and the pope adorned in Christian imagery, or is the symbolism and regalia of the Catholic Church rooted in pagan religions opposed to the gospel message? We talk about this and much more, including:Why do the Vatican, Washington D.C., and The City of London all house obelisks?How is the Roman Catholic Church instrumental in building out the New World OrderHow many pagan gods are represented in the Vatican?What's the deal with all the pagan regalia within Roman Catholicism?Why is there a theater that looks like a snake head in Vatican City?Original Air DateOctober 1st, 2025Show HostsJason Spears & Christopher DeanOur PatreonConsider joining our Patreon Squad and becoming a Tier Operator to help support the show and get access to exclusive content like:Links and ResourcesStudio NotesA monthly Zoom call with Jason and Christopher And More…ORP ApparelMerch StoreConnect With UsLetsTalk@ORPpodcast.comFacebookInstagram
Ep 229 | This week on Discover Ag, Natalie and Tara dig into the headlines shaping agriculture, food safety, and pop culture — with their usual dose of fact-checking and fun. First up: The Apeel controversy explodes across social media with fearmongering videos, Bill Gates conspiracy theories, and actual lawsuits. The hosts break down the misinformation campaigns targeting the food coating company, from Michelle Pfeiffer's apology to why transparency in food labeling has become such a flashpoint. Then, the most unexpected crossover of 2025: Jelly Roll meets the Pope! The country star performed at the first Vatican City concert in 2,000 years, and the hosts can't get over this redemption story that has everyone talking about grace, second chances, and the power of music. Next, Farm Aid hits its 40th anniversary milestone. Willie Nelson's nonprofit has raised $85 million for family farmers over four decades, and this year's concert almost didn't happen due to labor strikes. Plus, they're pioneering local food at major events with their "Homegrown Concessions" model. And finally, natural fibers are making a comeback in sportswear! Venus Williams wore wool to the US Open, signaling a shift away from synthetic fabrics. The hosts dive into sustainability, microplastics in oceans, and why your grandma's scratchy sweater perception of wool needs an update. BUT WAIT — there's more! Stick around for Lainey Wilson's viral Family Feud moment that has the internet losing it over Britney Spears songs, plus updates on the hosts' "Discover on the Road" series featuring sheep trails in Montana and cotton farming adventures. What We Discovered This Week
Watch out watch out, there's a Haggis about, and it's playing central defence for the Vatican City's football team! All will be revealed. The boys are looking ahead to their appearances at Fujikina this coming weekend and there are questions into the show about character and vintage lenses for travel cameras, and we ask whether Instagram should be looking over its shoulders at Flickr which is making a resurgence. Will Kev consider selling his camera bag dividers, why is my camera resetting, any tips on using the Fujifilm app, what are the most important books the boys have in their collections, is there any love for square format pictures, and what does Kev think of the 500mm beast lens? Email the show with your questions: click@fujicast.co.uk For links go to the showpage.
The guys welcome to the cast a friend who pals around with the pope. This is as close as they are getting to the Vatican (for now). Does the pope eat ranch dressing or go to nightclubs? How's the accommodations in Vatican City? Let's find out all of that and more! Follow Sebastian: @SebastianComedy Follow Pete: @PeteCorreale To watch the podcast on YouTube: https://bit.ly/PeteAndSebastianYouTube Don't forget to follow the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: https://bit.ly/PeteAndSebastian If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: https://bit.ly/PeteAndSebastian For Sebastian's tour dates, go to: https://www.sebastianlive.com/ For Pete's tour dates, go to: https://www.petecorreale.com/ Stop putting off those doctors appointments and go to https://zocdoc.com/thecast to find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today. Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at https://shopify.com/thecast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ethiopia opens Africa's largest hydroelectric dam on the Blue Nile river deepening a rift with Egypt and Sudan.Authorities in the US have arrested two suspected leaders of the Cameroon separatists' military wing. We find out more about the charges against the two men, and why Cameroon has been blighted by a conflict between armed separatists and government forces in the country's mainly anglophone North West and South West regions. And following the canonisation of London-born teenager Carlo Acutis in a ceremony presided over by Pope Leo in Vatican City, what is the process of becoming a saint?Presenter: Charles Gitonga Producers: Mark Wilberforce, Sunita Nahar and Yvette Twagiramariya in London. Makouchi Okafor in Lagos and Jewel Kiriungi in Nairobi Senior Producer: Patricia Whitehorne Technical Producer: Nick Randell Editors: Maryam Abdalla, Andre Lombard and Alice Muthengi
Ethiopia opens Africa's largest hydroelectric dam on the Blue Nile river deepening a rift with Egypt and Sudan.Authorities in the US have arrested two suspected leaders of the Cameroon separatists' military wing. We find out more about the charges against the two men, and why Cameroon has been blighted by a conflict between armed separatists and government forces in the country's mainly anglophone North West and South West regions. And following the canonisation of London-born teenager Carlo Acutis in a ceremony presided over by Pope Leo in Vatican City, what is the process of becoming a saint?Presenter: Charles Gitonga Producers: Mark Wilberforce, Sunita Nahar and Yvette Twagiramariya in London. Makouchi Okafor in Lagos and Jewel Kiriungi in Nairobi Senior Producer: Patricia Whitehorne Technical Producer: Nick Randell Editors: Maryam Abdalla, Andre Lombard and Alice Muthengi
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Today, Nicole is pulling back the curtain on a financial institution you probably didn't expect to see on this show: Vatican City. In this episode, Nicole dives into the financial story of the Catholic Church under Pope Francis: the scandals, the reforms, the setbacks—and what this means for Pope Leo and the future of the church.
People traveled to the Vatican from all over the world to witness the election of a new pope. What more do we know about the life of the Chicago-born pontiff who also holds Peruvian citizenship? Also, negotiators from the US and China will meet this weekend in Switzerland for talks about the trade war between the two countries.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Daniel Burke, Ryland Barton, Padmananda Rama, Janaya Williams and Alice Woelfle. It was produced by Kaity Kline, Nia Dumas and Christopher Thomas. We get engineering support from Neisha Heinis. Our technical director is Carleigh Strange.And our Executive Producer is Jay Shaylor. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
We report live from St. Peter's Square in Vatican City, where Pope Francis's funeral is taking place. Plus, the U.N.'s food agency says it is running out of food to distribute to people in Gaza two months into an Israeli blockade.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy