EPISODE · May 23, 2025 · 18 MIN
Holy Drip: Pope Louis XIV, Gen Z, and a Very Extra Summer
from MICSANDMISCHIEF · host Hannah Skinner
History has been made—and it’s surprisingly on-brand for 2025. This week, we dive into the global shockwave caused by the election of Pope Louis XIV, the first-ever American pope (yes, you read that right). From his unconventional rise to the papacy to his unexpected flair for public relations, we're breaking down what his appointment means for the Catholic Church—and the internet.Meanwhile, Gen Z is entering its most unhinged summer yet, with vibes ranging from cottagecore pilgrimages to spiritual burnout retreats. We explore how this new papal figure is landing with a generation raised on memes, manifesting, and microtrends.What do you get when you mix Gen Z’s chaotic summer energy with the unexpected rise of a pope named Louis XIV? In this week’s episode, we unpack the Vatican’s latest plot twist and explore how a monarch-turned-pope is setting the internet ablaze. From papal drip reviews to hot takes on what Gen Z is really doing this summer (spoiler: it's not just Euro trips and niche hobbies), we’re connecting the sacred and the trending in ways no one asked for—but everyone needs. History has been made—and it’s surprisingly on-brand for 2025. This week, we dive into the global shockwave caused by the election of Pope Louis XIV, the first-ever American pope (yes, you read that right). From his unconventional rise to the papacy to his unexpected flair for public relations, we're breaking down what his appointment means for the Catholic Church—and the internet.Meanwhile, Gen Z is entering its most unhinged summer yet, with vibes ranging from cottagecore pilgrimages to spiritual burnout retreats. We explore how this new papal figure is landing with a generation raised on memes, manifesting, and microtrends.Holy chaos, pop culture, and generational shifts—all in one episode.
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History has been made—and it’s surprisingly on-brand for 2025. This week, we dive into the global shockwave caused by the election of Pope Louis XIV, the first-ever American pope (yes, you read that right). From his unconventional rise to the papacy to his unexpected flair for public relations, we're breaking down what his appointment means for the Catholic Church—and the internet.Meanwhile, Gen Z is entering its most unhinged summer yet, with vibes ranging from cottagecore pilgrimages to spiritual burnout retreats. We explore how this new papal figure is landing with a generation raised on memes, manifesting, and microtrends.What do you get when you mix Gen Z’s chaotic summer energy with the unexpected rise of a pope named Louis XIV? In this week’s episode, we unpack the Vatican’s latest plot twist and explore how a monarch-turned-pope is setting the internet ablaze. From papal drip reviews to hot takes on what Gen Z is really doing this summer (spoiler: it's not just Euro trips and niche hobbies), we’re connecting the sacred and the trending in ways no one asked for—but everyone needs. History has been made—and it’s surprisingly on-brand for 2025. This week, we dive into the global shockwave caused by the election of Pope Louis XIV, the first-ever American pope (yes, you read that right). From his unconventional rise to the papacy to his unexpected flair for public relations, we're breaking down what his appointment means for the Catholic Church—and the internet.Meanwhile, Gen Z is entering its most unhinged summer yet, with vibes ranging from cottagecore pilgrimages to spiritual burnout retreats. We explore how this new papal figure is landing with a generation raised on memes, manifesting, and microtrends.Holy chaos, pop culture, and generational shifts—all in one episode.
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