History of the Papacy Podcast

High Stakes in the Holy See: Papal Name Predictions


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In this episode we kick off with special thanks to Patreon supporters Cort the Great and Larry. Inspired by a suggestion from longtime listener Zach, we dive into the intriguing world of betting on the name of the next Pope. We explore the rise of sports gambling, the use of prediction markets, and historical papal bans on gambling. With Pope Francis currently hospitalized, we consider the likelihood of a Pope Francis II and the potential for corruption in modern sports and ecclesiastical betting. Join us for this unique intersection of history, gambling, and the papacy.
00:00 Introduction and Special Thank Yous
01:16 Listener's Hilarious Suggestion: Betting on the Next Pope
01:45 The Fascination and Risks of Modern Sports Gambling
03:03 Prediction Markets: A New Way to Forecast
04:16 Betting on the Next Papal Name
08:38 Historical Context: Papal Conclaves and Gambling
11:52 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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Agnus Dei X - Bitter Suite Kevin MacLeaod (incomptech.com)
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