In the quiet corridors of medieval Mainz, we trace the tale of Joan, a young woman destined to defy the constraints of her time with a mind as boundless as the horizon. Cloaked in the guise of a monk, Joans journey transports us from the secretive walls of a monastery to the vibrant intellectual salons of Athens and into the pulsating heart of Rome. As whispers of her wisdom turn into a symphony of influence, culminating in her unparalleled ascent to the papacy, each step echoes with the rustle of parchment and the soft clink of destiny weaving its threads. Drift away into the hallowed echoes of history, where a story of courage and concealment invites you to uncover truths wrapped in the gentle folds of a legend.This episode is hosted by Brian Miller. Check out more of our shows and get your free trial of Whisper Premium: www.whisper.fm Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/channel/whisper-fm/id6466174594 Whisper.fm on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@whisper_fm