How the Papacy Works

Josh and Chuck dive into the fascinating world of papal succession, exploring how new popes are chosen through an ancient and secretive process called conclave. Triggered by Pope Benedict XVI's surprising retirement announcement, they break down everything from the College of Cardinals getting locked away to vote, to the mysterious white and black smoke signals that tell the world whether a new pope has been selected. You'll learn about the intricate rituals, voting procedures, and centuries-old traditions that make papal elections one of the most unique democratic processes on Earth.