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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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?

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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.

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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.

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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.

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