In this episode of the Paul Street Journal, we explore the unique economy of Vatican City State, a country that operates without levying taxes. Join us as we discuss how the Vatican is funded through various sources including donations, museum revenues, real estate, investments, and services. Learn about the role of Peter's Pence, the impact of commercial activities, and the surprising financial management challenges faced by the Vatican. Understand the distributed monarchy model and how it diverges from traditional perceptions of financial funnels towards centralized power.

Welcome to The Paul Street Journal, a show about Catholic social teaching on economics!

The Paul Street Journal is a podcast all about Catholic social teaching on economics. We discuss everything from the economic principles laid out in scripture, to the economic questions that come up in our daily lives. This show will be your guide to making your own economic decisions with the heart of the Church. Hosted by Freddy Garcia and Brian Honsberger.

Producer: Joe Ginexi

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Coffee with Kupke

On Coffee with Kupke, we have a cup of coffee and sit with diocesan archivist, Monsignor Raymond Kupke Ph.D., to delve into the history of Catholicism in the Diocese of Paterson in New Jersey. Hosted by Fr. Paul Manning and Msgr. Raymond Kupke Ph.D.

Watch Coffee with Kupke here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUVHJX-Pq3m3SdIlcXEJT6GV-AkzkZlTJ


Beyond The Beacon podcast with Bishop Kevin Sweeney

Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Communications Director Jai Agnish of the Diocese of Paterson, N.J., as they discuss current events and topics relevant to the local Church in Paterson and the global Catholic Church. Bishop Sweeney answers listeners' questions, interviews guests, and shares reflections and insights helpful for all striving to live a life of faith, hope, and love. All are invited to send questions for the bishop and podcast topic suggestions to [email protected].

Listen to Beyond The Beacon on any major podcast platform, or visit https://beyond.beaconnj.org.

The video version of Beyond The Beacon is available on Bishop Sweeney’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bishopkevinsweeney.