PONTIFACTS: Ranking the Popes

Pope Adrian is the ONLY pope so far from England , but the mark he left on the church has a much more international reach. In his episode, we discuss the problem of Arnold of Brescia, a masterclass in political leverage, the ego of Frederick Barbarossa, and the dangers of tonsilstones.  JOIN US ON THE PONTIFACTS TOUR OF ITALY: https://tinyurl.com/pontifactstour Support Pontifacts: Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/pontifactspod Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/pontifactspodcast  Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/pontifactspod Amazon Wishlist: https://tinyurl.com/pontifactswishlist

In this brief but breaking Popewatch, Bry discusses Pope Leo's surgery and lung cancer diagnosis. We'll bring more updated information as it comes.  Sending Pope Leo many well wishes for a full and speedy recovery!        Join us on the (confirmed) Pontifacts TOUR OF ITALY: https://tinyurl.com/pontifactstour Support Pontifacts: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pontifactspod Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/pontifactspodcast  Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/pontifactspod Amazon Wishlist: https://tinyurl.com/pontifactswishlist

For the final time, its me, (Pope) Anastasius!  In his episode, we discuss an unexpected peace, a surprising amount of archaeology, a shocking bit of grave-robbing, and what it means to be riggity-scriggity. Join us on the (confirmed) Pontifacts TOUR OF ITALY: https://tinyurl.com/pontifactstour Support Pontifacts: Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/pontifactspod Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/pontifactspodcast  Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/pontifactspod Amazon Wishlist: https://tinyurl.com/pontifactswishlist  

With Eugene III, we have reached the first Cistercian Pope, and the Cistercians as the first official religious order! In his episode, we discuss the recurrent problem of Arnold of Brescia, the Second Crusade, meddling in very complicated royal marriages, and a hardcore resting bitchface.  Also featuring a cameo from the Rex Factor Boys!  JOIN THE PONTIFACTS TOUR OF ITALY: https://tinyurl.com/pontifactstour Support Pontifacts: Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/pontifactspod Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/pontifactspodcast  Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/pontifactspod Amazon Wishlist: https://tinyurl.com/pontifactswishlist Notes: Red Hat Chat Book Source: https://archive.org/details/medievalbookofbi00hughuoft/page/n7/mode/2up 

Despite an illustrious ecclesiastical career, Pope Lucius II would not have long as pope to leave much of an impact. In his episode we discuss a plea in Lucca, papal rudeness in Portugal, a fallout with King Roger, and a shocking turn of events in Rome!  Join the PONTIFACTS TOUR OF ITALY: https://tinyurl.com/pontifactstour Support Pontifacts:  Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/pontifactspod Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/pontifactspodcast  Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/pontifactspod Amazon Wishlist: https://tinyurl.com/pontifactswishlist

Wake up babe, there is a new church schism! Except that its the same as an old schism, and definitely full of nonsense. Join us as we explore the history, views and members of the Society of Saint Pius X, and the actions that lead to 1500 people being excommunicated. Sign up for the Pontifacts Tour of Italy: https://tinyurl.com/pontifactstour  Support Pontifacts: Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/pontifactspod Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/pontifactspodcast  Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/pontifactspod Amazon Wishlist: https://tinyurl.com/pontifactswishlist

Pope Celestine was going to do one thing in his papacy, and it might just give you some Cadaver Synod flashbacks!  In his episode, we discuss his influential mentor, Abelard, and overturned relations with Sicily, England, and France.  Book the Pontifacts Tour of Italy:  https://tinyurl.com/pontifactstour Support Pontifacts: Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/pontifactspod Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/pontifactspodcast  Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/pontifactspod Amazon Wishlist: https://tinyurl.com/pontifactswishlist

Well, we can all admit it: Innocent II was not elected canonically. And yet, he still ends up coming out as the canonical pope! In his episode, we discuss how this happened, his massively advantageous allies, an ecumenical council, and a Sicilian ambush.  Book the Pontifacts Tour of Italy: https://tinyurl.com/pontifactstour Support Pontifacts: Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/pontifactspod Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/pontifactspodcast  Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/pontifactspod Amazon Wishlist: https://tinyurl.com/pontifactswishlist

Pope Honorius II certainly had an unconventional and illegitimate start to his papacy, but no one was willing to let him resign! In his episode, we discuss the full circle Papal-Imperial moment, some very uppity abbots, puppeting dying men... and a creamy John.  Sign up for the Pontifacts Tour of Italy 2027: https://tinyurl.com/pontifactstour Support Pontifacts: Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/pontifactspod Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/pontifactspodcast  Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/pontifactspod Amazon Wishlist: https://tinyurl.com/pontifactswishlist

PONTIFACTS is 8 years old! We cannot believe it. And if that's not unbelievable enough, we have been given the most AMAZING opportunity to plan a Pontifacts centred tour of Italy! And we would love for you to join us!    PONTIFACTS: the Path to Papacy January 30th- February 7th, 2027 Rome, Orvieto, Viterbo, and Florence See more about the tour:  https://tinyurl.com/pontifactstour