Introduction to our Papal Ponderings Watchalong Series – E095

We’re kicking off our new Watchalong series, Papal Ponderings! For the introductory episode, we discuss a little about the faith, the hosts’ experiences with it, holy envy, and how it has changed in the 21st century.

We’re looking at Catholicism in the media in the last two decades. From scandals and front page stories to unlikely friends and unbecoming figures, we cover Catholic portrayals leading up to Conclave, the 2024 film released in late October.

Enjoy today’s episode, and you will find the below you’ll find our list of movies and where to watch each one. Be sure to comment and answer our questions in the poll on Spotify, and DM us with what you think of our episodes, and our series. We’d love to hear what you think, and may include answers and responses from listeners on the next episode.

Watch the shows we mention today, and be sure you go see Conclave, in theaters today!

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Watchalong List:

- Part 1: INTRO

- Part 2:

- Doubt (2008): Watch on Paramount+ or rent on VOD.

- Spotlight (2016): Watch on Starz, or rent on VOD.

- Two Popes (2018): Watch on Netflix, or rent on AppleTV+.

- Part 3:

- The Young Pope (2016): Watch on Max.

- The New Pope (2020):  Watch on Max.

- Part 4:

- Conclave (2024): See in theaters today!

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Further Readings:

- National Catholic Reporter Online: 'A step back in time': America's Catholic Church sees an immense shift toward the old ways 

- Graphs About Religion: The Catholic Church is In Trouble in Places Where it Used to Dominate 

- Catholic News Agency: Report: Church membership among Catholics declined nearly 20% since 2000

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Intro Song: “BIBLICAL SENSE”

Composer: Mark Richard Ford, Stephen Metcalfe

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Outro Song: “Benedicte Domino”

Composers: Ralph Allwood

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