Borgo Pio Podcast

In this episode, Maggie and Bob take a closer look at the first year of Pope Leo XIV—cutting through the noise of media speculation to focus on what he has actually said and done. They explore his restrained leadership style, his subtle institutional choices, and how, in just twelve months, he has emerged as a moral reference point well beyond the Catholic world.Listen also this other episodes on Pope Leo XIV way of governanceA Papacy for a Saturated AgeThe Consistory After the Jubilee: Leo XIV’s First Real Act as PopeThanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit borgopio.substack.com

With clarity, nuance, and a touch of theatrical flair, Maggie and Bob guide listeners through a story where law, power, and truth collide. In this episode, Maggie and Bob take you inside the dramatic reopening of the Vatican’s most high-profile financial trial: the Becciu case. From the controversial London property deal to the collapse of the original verdict over procedural flaws, they unpack what really happened, why the trial must start again, and what this means for justice inside the Church. More episodes on this scandal.The Vatican case that refuses to stay quietJustice and Pope Leo CrossroadsThanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit borgopio.substack.com

In this episode, Maggie and Bob follow the journey of Pope Leo XIV across Africa—but look beyond the headlines to what remains when the cameras leave. In places like Cameroon, Angola, Algeria, and Equatorial Guinea, where global attention flickers and fades, the Catholic Church stays: running schools, staffing clinics, feeding communities, and quietly holding the line. Through sharp insight and vivid storytelling, Maggie and Bob uncover the vast humanitarian network that doesn’t make breaking news—but endures long after it.Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit borgopio.substack.com

In this episode, Maggie and Bob take us inside one of the most unusual financial launches of recent years: the Vatican’s entry into the world of stock market indexes. With their signature mix of clarity and dry humor, they unpack what these “Catholic principles” benchmarks actually invest in, how they’ve performed so far, and why some of the world’s biggest tech companies have found their way into a morally filtered portfolio. Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit borgopio.substack.com

In this episode of Borgo Pio, Maggie and Bob take a thoughtful look at the controversy surrounding Anthropic and its tensions with the government of the United States, set against the backdrop of growing conflict with Iran. Moving beyond headlines about geopolitics and energy, they explore a deeper question raised for years by Pope Francis and now by Pope Leo XIV: what happens when machines begin to take on decisions that carry moral weight? It’s a conversation about technology, responsibility, and why the often-overlooked voice of the Vatican may be more relevant than ever.Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit borgopio.substack.com

In this episode of Borgo Pio, hosts Maggie and Bon take listeners behind the closed doors of the Vatican to explore one of its most discreet yet powerful traditions: the papal audience. Through vivid storytelling and real examples from the pontificate of Pope Leo XIV, they uncover how these intimate meetings—often lasting less than an hour—can influence international relations, resolve internal Church matters, and create moments of profound historical significance.Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit borgopio.substack.com

In this episode, Maggie and Bob explore the hidden mechanics of Vatican diplomacy—one of the oldest diplomatic systems in the world. From the role of the Secretary of State to the global network of apostolic nunciatures, they unpack how the Holy See navigates modern conflicts while projecting moral authority on the international stage, and why its carefully measured words about war and peace still resonate far beyond the walls of Rome.Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit borgopio.substack.com

As the spotlight turns toward the glamour of the Oscars, this episode explores a lesser-known but fascinating crossroads: the relationship between cinema and the Vatican. From grand epics to intimate papal dramas, the Church has inspired stories that have shaped the silver screen for decades. Join hosts Maggie and Bob as they dive into the history, the myths, the masterpieces — and a few surprising plot twists — behind faith’s enduring presence in film.Listen also this episodes on Vatican curiositiesVatican Games and Olympic DreamsShopping Behind the Vatican WallsThe Vatican, Narcotics, and the Law No One Talks AboutThanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit borgopio.substack.com

In this episode, Maggie and Bob explore how the Vatican is expanding the role of lay professionals in its governance while staying rooted in canon law and tradition. With clarity, context, and a touch of wit, they unpack what’s changing, what isn’t, and why it matters now.Listen also this episodes on working for the Vatican.How to Land a Job in the Vatican (Yes, Really)English on the Rise in the VaticanThanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit borgopio.substack.com

In today’s episode, hosts Maggie and Bob explore the emerging communication style of Pope Leo XIV — a papacy that speaks not only through words but through rhythm, presence, and symbol. From his quiet weekly retreat to Castel Gandolfo to his unscripted encounters with journalists, the pope is shaping a language of leadership that blends tradition, accessibility, and deliberate silence. It’s a conversation about how authority can be expressed through gesture as much as speech, and why that matters in a world saturated with noise.Listen also other episodes on Vatican communicationsDeepfake Pope CrisisMerch, Mystery, and Leo XIVThanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit borgopio.substack.com

In this episode, Maggie and Bob explore the significance of the upcoming leadership vote of the German Bishops’ Conference, explaining how the future direction of the Church in Germany is closely watched in Rome. They discuss the tensions surrounding the Synodal Way, the concerns about unity within the universal Church, and why the perspective of Pope Leo XIV emphasizes dialogue and communion. With clarity and respect, Maggie and Bob help listeners understand why this moment matters not only nationally but globally.Here you are other episodes on SynodalityIs really over the Synod?Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit borgopio.substack.com

This Valentine’s Day, Maggie and Bob invite you to trade the usual chocolates and roses for something a little more eternal. In this episode, they dive into the romantic — and often misunderstood — world of love, marriage, and the Vatican, mixing history, surprising facts, and a healthy dose of humor. From papal blessings to legendary Vatican weddings, our hosts explore how faith, tradition, and romance collide, proving that Saint Valentine’s feast is about much more than hearts… it’s about commitment, meaning, and a love story that aims to last forever.Listen also this episodes on Vatican daily lifeShopping Behind the Vatican WallsLetters to the Pope: Inside the World’s Smallest, Most Extraordinary Post OfficeHow to Land a Job in the Vatican (Yes, Really)Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit borgopio.substack.com

As the Winter Olympics light up screens once again, Maggie and Bob—your hosts at the Borgo Pio Podcast—settle into their usual corner near the Vatican to do what they’ve perfected over the years: talk sports with conviction, curiosity, and a touch of holy irreverence. Between curling stones, figure-skating loops, and beers shared with the locals, they explore a question that resurfaces every four years like clockwork: could the Vatican ever have its own Olympic team? From Swiss Guards to quiet athletic ambitions, Maggie and Bob invite you to join the conversation where faith, sport, and good humor meet.Listen this episodes on Vatican daily lifeShopping Behind the Vatican WallsLetters to the Pope: Inside the World’s Smallest, Most Extraordinary Post OfficeHow to Land a Job in the Vatican (Yes, Really)Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit borgopio.substack.com

In this episode, Maggie and Bob sit down to untangle one of the most complicated — and revealing — legal sagas the Vatican has ever faced. With their trademark mix of clarity, curiosity, and a touch of irreverent respect, they walk listeners through the Becciu case, explaining why what looks like an internal Church affair has become a stress test for Vatican justice itself. It’s not just about one cardinal, they argue, but about how power is exercised — and restrained — at the very heart of the Church.In case you missed it, listen here.Silicon Valley vs. Leo XIVThe Vatican and the Shepherds in the CloudTurning Bricks into BlessingsThanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit borgopio.substack.com

This week Maggie and Bob explore a growing clash between Silicon Valley’s gospel of speed and disruption and a radically different question coming from Rome: not what can we build? but what should we become?In case you miss them listen also:19,000 Churches Burned: The Crisis Nobody Wants to SeeVatican Black Ink, White SmokeBehind St. Peter’s Dome 2025Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit borgopio.substack.com

When Maggie first read that more than 19,000 churches had been burned in Nigeria, she thought it had to be a mistake; Bob, scrolling through headlines filled with celebrity scandals and market news, realized he had never seen that number before. In this episode, the Borgo Pio’s hosts confront a crisis that rarely makes front-page news but deeply unsettles the Vatican, precisely because it unfolds in near silence: the systematic violence against Christian communities, the quiet diplomatic struggle of the Holy See, and the uncomfortable question of why global outrage so often arrives late—or not at all. This is not a story about politics. It is about burned churches, shattered lives, and what it says about us that we so easily look away.Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit borgopio.substack.com

This week, Maggie and Bob take a closer look at the Vatican’s suddenly improved finances, asking how years of deficits turned into a surplus almost overnight. They unpack what’s really behind the black ink, why a cleaner balance sheet doesn’t necessarily mean a healthier system, and how Pope Leo XIV’s decision to quietly dismantle a questionable fundraising commission may be the clearest signal yet that real reform is still very much a work in progress.And in a few days stars the first Leo XIV’s Consistory. Listen here our podcast on this relevant meetingThanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit borgopio.substack.com

After the Jubilee confetti has finally settled and Rome has gone back to pretending January isn’t cold, Pope Leo XIV makes his first unmistakably personal move: an extraordinary consistory. Not a photo-op. Not a footnote. A moment.Today, Maggie and Bob unpack why this meeting of cardinals matters far more than it sounds, why Leo waited until after the Jubilee to act, and why — quietly, calmly, and with a very Augustinian patience — this Pope may be rewriting the rules of Vatican governance without raising his voice.Think less thunderbolt, more tectonic shift. Welcome to the consistory after the Jubilee.Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit borgopio.substack.com

Maggie, Bob, and the rest of our small but happily overworked team walk you through the news, surprises, and quiet shifts defining this extraordinary Vatican year. Join us at our virtual table—part newsroom, part Roman kitchen—while we unpack what’s happening behind the scenes and why 2025 is turning out to be one for our digital adventure.Here you’re the list of episodes listed in today’s podcast.1- Holy Returns 2- The Vatican and the Shepherds in the Cloud3- Deepfake Pope Crisis4- Justice and Pope Leo Crossroads 5- Church Money, UncoveredThanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit borgopio.substack.com

Maggie and Bob have a rule: “If you want to understand a place, check where the locals shop… and where they fill the tank.” Following their advice, today we slip behind the Vatican’s guarded gates to explore its discreet shopping world: the supermarket with mythic status, the tucked-away electronics corners, the quietly chic fashion shelves, and of course, the famously inexpensive Vatican gasoline. It’s the everyday life of the smallest state on earth. Hidden in plain sight.You’re invited to listen more episodes.A Papal Help for your Christmas wish listHoly NeighborsThe Vatican and the Shepherds in the CloudThanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit borgopio.substack.com

Need ideas for Christmas gifts? In this episode, we take you inside the quiet, book-lined corners of the Vatican to explore a delightful question: what do popes read for pleasure? From dystopian classics to unexpected novels tucked between encyclicals, we uncover the stories behind the stories that shaped Francis, Benedict XVI, John Paul II — and now Leo XIV. With their trademark mix of curiosity, humor, and warmth, Maggie and Bob show that even the busiest men in white make time for a good book.Want more about the Vatican? Take a look to this text posts:The Pope’s New PortfolioThe Jubilee That’s Making Rome RebornHow Real Estate Is Saving the Holy See This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit borgopio.substack.com

In this episode, we dive into the quiet tremors, missed reforms, and whispered theories swirling around the Vatican under Pope Leo XIV — a pontificate where change seems to stroll rather than sprint. Maggie and Bob explore how power really flows inside the Leonine Walls, why slowness is sometimes a strategy, and why the phrase “deep state” both tempts and misleads when applied to the Church’s ancient machinery.Want more about the Vatican? Here you’re some interesting podcast episodes.Deepfake Pope CrisisNarcotics and the Law nobody talks aboutThe Carpet ControversyThanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit borgopio.substack.com

In this episode, we crack open the door —literally and figuratively— to one of the most fascinating spectacles on Earth: a papal journey. Because when the Pope boards a plane, it’s not just a religious leader taking off; it’s a high-precision fusion of diplomacy, faith, strategy, and unmistakable humanity. Today, we explore how this intricate machine is orchestrated, who pulls the strings inside the Vatican’s corridors, and why these trips still have such a profound impact on millions. And as Maggie and Bob, our beloved partners in podcast mischief, like to say: “If you think planning a family vacation is hard… just wait until you hear this.”Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit borgopio.substack.com

In this episode, we get into a topic that most people — including our friends Maggie and Bob — had no idea existed: the Vatican’s actual legal code on narcotics.Yes, there is legislation.Yes, it’s extremely strict.And no, stepping a few meters inside the Vatican walls does not place you in some incense-scented legal vacuum.We’ll look at how the Holy See frames drug use as both a moral and social wound, why Pope Leo XIV has spoken so forcefully about the opioid crisis in the U.S., and how Vatican law (starting at Article 42) handles cultivation, trafficking, possession, and even abusive medical prescriptions.Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit borgopio.substack.com

This week on “When Rome Looks West,” Maggie and Bob unpack the surprisingly high-stakes election for the next president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops — a race being watched as closely in St. Peter’s as on Capitol Hill. From the quiet street of Borgo Pio to the echoing halls of Washington’s basilica, they explore why the Vatican cares so much, what’s at stake for Pope Prevost’s pontificate, and how the American Church’s future could ripple across the Catholic world. Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit borgopio.substack.com

This week, Maggie and Bob are whispering — not because they’ve taken a vow of silence, but because they’re in one of the most remarkable places on Earth: the Vatican Apostolic Library. Between the smell of parchment and the soft echo of marble halls, something unexpected has caused a stir — a simple prayer rug.Muslim scholars studying ancient Qur’ans asked for a small space to pray, and the Library said yes. What followed was a symphony of headlines, holy confusion, and a debate that reached far beyond the reading desks.Is it hospitality or heresy? Inclusion or illusion? Maggie and Bob unpack the controversy, the symbolism, and what it means when one of the world’s oldest libraries suddenly finds itself at the crossroads of faith, scholarship, and the geometry of carpets.Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit borgopio.substack.com

This week, we marvel at the wonders of Rome and the peculiar magic of modern Vatican–Italian relations. How did two powers once locked in bitter conflict become such amiable neighbors? Over espresso (and maybe a little Chianti), Maggie and Bob explore the rituals, friendships, and charming absurdities that make the friendship between popes and presidents one of the most Roman stories of all.Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit borgopio.substack.com

As the Vatican loosens its financial reins under Pope Leo XIV and $1.75 trillion in Catholic assets look for faith-friendly homes, the world’s smallest state is thinking big about global markets.This week, Maggie and Bob become full-blown finance sharks — dissecting Mensuram Bonam, offshore investments, and what happens when theology meets the trading floor. Can morality and money really coexist in one divine portfolio? Tune in and find out.Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit borgopio.substack.com

This week’s Vatican headlines sound more like a Netflix satire than church news: a flood of AI deepfakes showing Pope Leo XIV commenting on everything from politics to the end times. The Holy See is scrambling to set the record straight, but how do you fact-check a Pope who never spoke? In this week’s episode, Maggie and Bob dive into the strange new world of papal impostors, digital illusions, and the Vatican’s fight to protect its voice in an age when anyone can clone it.Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit borgopio.substack.com

Maggie and Bob are not digital preachers, but this week they talk about the surprising rise of “digital bishoprics.” With YouTube homilies, viral catechism apps, and podcasts shaping the spiritual playlist of millions, many Catholics now listen more to online bishops than to the shepherds of their own dioceses. Is this a golden age of evangelization or a pastoral headache for the Vatican? Grab your coffee — and maybe your phone charger — as Maggie and Bob dive into the blessings, the memes, and the messy questions of faith in the digital era.Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit borgopio.substack.com

This week, Maggie and Bob dig into the financial side of the Jubilee, revealing how millions of pilgrims, soaring tourism, and Vatican investments are reshaping Rome. They explain where the money comes from, how it’s spent, and why this Holy Year could become the most economically impactful in history. And they discover that Jubilee is (by far) much more than money.Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit borgopio.substack.com

Maggie and Bob dive into the Vatican’s reactions to AI, uncovering how this rapidly evolving technology is sparking debate, raising ethical questions, and even inspiring new visions for the Church’s role in a digital world. From concerns about AI-generated prayers to Pope Leo XIV’s emerging leadership, they explore the crossroads where faith, technology, and humanity collide.Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit borgopio.substack.com

This week on the podcast, Maggie and Bob take a closer look at Cardinal Angelo Becciu’s dramatic appeal, his secretive audience with Pope Leo XIV, and the power struggles shaking the Vatican’s judicial system. From the high-stakes trial to the questions surrounding reform, they unpack how this case could redefine what justice means inside the Holy See—and why the world should be paying attention.Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit borgopio.substack.com

Maggie and Bob jump into the whirlwind of Vatican appointments with a mix of curiosity and humor. Names are flying, speculation is everywhere, and yet the only person who truly knows what’s happening is Pope Leo XIV. From surprising reshuffles to subtle power plays, they guide listeners through the intrigue, explaining why these changes matter—and why it’s anyone’s guess what comes next.Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit borgopio.substack.com

Maggie and Bob haven’t gone on holiday, and this week they talk about how the Vatican, after years of deficits and alarm bells, is finally making the most of its vast real estate empire. From apartment blocks in Rome to embassies abroad, they explore how old properties are becoming new lifelines—and why sometimes the boldest strategy is simply going back to basics.Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit borgopio.substack.com

This week in Borgo Pio, Maggie and Bob talk about how English is gaining ground inside the Vatican—sometimes subtly, sometimes head-on—and what it means for Latin, Italian, and the Church’s global voice.Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit borgopio.substack.com

This week, Maggie and Bob talk about the remarkable journey of letters to the Pope — from yellow mailboxes in St. Peter’s Square to the Apostolic Palace — and why, in a digital age, faith still travels best by hand.Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit borgopio.substack.com

This week, Maggie and Bob dive into a world few ever glimpse: what it’s really like to work behind the walls of Vatican City. From hidden job openings to how a new pope reshapes priorities and departments, they’ll explore why this could be the best time in years to apply. Whether you’re a tech expert, an art restorer, or just curious about life in the world’s smallest state, you won’t want to miss this conversation.Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit borgopio.substack.com

This week, Maggie and Bob dive into the Vatican’s most talked-about upcoming decision: the appointment of a new Prefect of the Papal Household. Why does this seemingly quiet office matter so much? They explore the role’s deep influence on papal life, its symbolic weight for the Church, and why the choice could set the tone for Leo XIV’s entire pontificate. Plus, they look at the leading candidates — and what their selection could mean for the Vatican’s return to tradition.Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit borgopio.substack.com

In this episode, Maggie and Bob dive into a quiet mystery unfolding in Rome: two months after his historic election, Pope Leo XIV’s image hasn’t appeared on a single mug, magnet, or rosary.They explore what’s behind the Vatican’s delay in authorizing merchandising, how the religious souvenir economy really works, and why this seemingly small decision is causing big ripples around St. Peter’s Square.Is it a matter of timing—or something deeper?Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit borgopio.substack.com

This week, Maggie and Bob dive into Pope Leo XIV’s move back into the Apostolic Palace — unpacking what it says about Vatican politics, papal image, and hidden costs in Rome.Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit borgopio.substack.com

In this episode, Maggie and Bob dig into the real numbers behind the Catholic Church’s finances—what the Vatican actually owns, how it sustains itself, and why transparency has become such a pressing issue under Pope Leo XIV. They cut through the myths, unpack recent audits, and reflect on what financial stewardship means for the Church’s mission today.Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit borgopio.substack.com

In today’s episode, Maggie and Bob talk about Pope Leo XIV’s decision to spend the summer in Castel Gandolfo—the first papal vacation there in over a decade. They explore the economic impact of his return, the pastoral symbolism of leaving the Vatican, and whether this marks a new rhythm for the modern papacy.Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit borgopio.substack.com

Maggie and Bob talk about the alarming increase of Christian persecution all around the world This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit borgopio.substack.com

Maggie and Bob talk about the diversity of rites within the Catholic Church and what does it mean in terms of strategy.Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit borgopio.substack.com

Maggie and Bob talk on the Vatican diplomacy system and some challenges ahead.Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit borgopio.substack.com

Maggie and Bob talk about the discreet world of Vatican suppliersThanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive the weekly newsletter and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit borgopio.substack.com

Maggie and Bob talk about the conclave that starts in few hours and the secret that cardinals must keep.Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit borgopio.substack.com

Maggie and Bob talk on the Vatican strategy against disinformation during the Conclave and the need of a Pope with ‘digital profile’.Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit borgopio.substack.com

Maggie and Bob talk about this meeting of cardinals in Rome that has started even before the Pope has been buried.Thanks for reading! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support our work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit borgopio.substack.com