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Each week we explore a topic that cuts to the heart of the Church’s life in the world. Guests take us through themes that range from current events viewed from a Catholic perspective to the Pope’s ministry and high points in the liturgical year. Listen to our podcasts here: https://www.vaticannews.va/en/podcast.html

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Feb 13, 2026

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Episodes

World Radio Day: “AI is a tool, not a voice” 13.02.2026

To mark World Radio Day, Vatican Radio presents a special podcast reflecting on this year’s theme: “AI is a tool, not a voice.”

87. Synod Spirituality with Fr. Radcliffe: ‘The seed germinates’ 13.06.2024

In the final episode of a nine-part series, Fr. Timothy Radcliffe, OP, guides our reflections on the spirituality of the Synod on synodality. Listen to our podcasts here: https://www.vaticannews.va/en/podcast.html

86. Synod Spirituality with Fr. Radcliffe: ‘Crisis and Council of Jerusalem’ 06.06.2024

In the eighth episode of a nine-part series, Fr. Timothy Radcliffe, OP, guides our reflections on the spirituality of the Synod on synodality. Listen to our podcasts here: https://www.vaticannews.va/en/podcast.html

85. Synod Spirituality with Fr. Radcliffe: ‘Samaritan Woman at the Well’ 30.05.2024

In the seventh episode of a nine-part series, Fr. Timothy Radcliffe, OP, guides our reflections on the spirituality of the Synod on synodality. Listen to our podcasts here: https://www.vaticannews.va/en/podcast.html

84. Synod Spirituality with Fr. Radcliffe: ‘The Spirit of truth’ 23.05.2024

In the sixth episode of a nine-part series, Fr. Timothy Radcliffe, OP, guides our reflections on the spirituality of the Synod on synodality. Listen to our podcasts here: https://www.vaticannews.va/en/podcast.html

83. Synod Spirituality with Fr. Radcliffe: ‘Authority’ 16.05.2024

In the fifth episode of a nine-part series, Fr. Timothy Radcliffe, OP, guides our reflections on the spirituality of the Synod on synodality. Listen to our podcasts here: https://www.vaticannews.va/en/podcast.html

82. Synod Spirituality with Fr. Radcliffe: ‘Conversation on way to Emmaus’ 09.05.2024

In the fourth episode of a nine-part series, Fr. Timothy Radcliffe, OP, guides our reflections on the spirituality of the Synod on synodality. Listen to our podcasts here: https://www.vaticannews.va/en/podcast.html

81. Synod Spirituality with Fr. Radcliffe: ‘Friendship’ 02.05.2024

In the third episode of a nine-part series, Fr. Timothy Radcliffe, OP, guides our reflections on the spirituality of the Synod on synodality. Listen to our podcasts here: https://www.vaticannews.va/en/podcast.html

80. Synod Spirituality with Fr. Radcliffe: ‘At home in God’ 25.04.2024

In the second episode of a nine-part series, Fr. Timothy Radcliffe, OP, guides our reflections on the spirituality of the Synod on synodality. Listen to our podcasts here: https://www.vaticannews.va/en/podcast.html

79. Synod Spirituality with Fr. Radcliffe: ‘Hoping against hope’ 18.04.2024

In the first episode of a nine-part series, Fr. Timothy Radcliffe, OP, guides our reflections on the spirituality of the Synod on synodality. Listen to our podcasts here: https://www.vaticannews.va/en/podcast.html

78. Christmas: Longing for peace in a warring world 28.12.2023

As many parts of the world celebrate the Christmas Octave amid the winds of war, we explore the perennial Christian hope for peace, which is renewed each year as we mark the Birth of Christ. Listen to our podcasts here: https://www.vaticannews.va/en/podcast.html

77. Gary Drinkard: From death row to abolishing capital punishment 01.12.2023

As the Community of St. Egidio launches an appeal to abolish the death penalty, we sit down with Gary Drinkard, a man who sat on death row in the US state of Alabama for six years before he was exonerated on appeal. Listen to our podcasts here: https://www.vaticannews.va/en/podcast.html

76. Groomed: Do we have the courage to talk about child sexual abuse? 25.11.2023

The Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors hosts a play entitled “Groomed”, which was written and performed by Patrick Sandford, a survivor of child sexual abuse. Listen to our podcasts here: https://www.vaticannews.va/en/podcast.html

75. Is climate action a moral issue? 09.11.2023

Religious leaders from a host of faiths explore the moral and ethical dimensions of care for Creation, at the Global Faith Leader’s Summit on Climate Action ahead of COP28 in Dubai. Listen to our podcasts here: https://www.vaticannews.va/en/podcast.html

74. Synod Assembly: Continuing the journey for another year 27.10.2023

As the Synod General Assembly draws to a close, we explore the work of the final week and look to journey that will continue to the next Synod session in October 2024. Listen to our podcasts here: https://www.vaticannews.va/en/podcast.html

73. Synod General Assembly: A hierarchical and synodal Church 20.10.2023

As the 16th Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod enters its third full week, we explore the issue of “participation, governance, authority” in the Church and how synodality and hierarchy can coexist. Listen to our podcasts here: https://www.vaticannews.va/en/podcast.html

72. Synod General Assembly: Navel-gazing or listening to silent voices? 12.10.2023

As the 16th Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod enters its second full week, we hear from representatives of three continents to find out where the Holy Spirit is leading. Listen to our podcasts here: https://www.vaticannews.va/en/podcast.html

71. Synod General Assembly: Listening across our divides 05.10.2023

The 16th General Assembly of the Synod kicks off in the Vatican with an emphasis on listening as the core element in seeking to discern the voice of the Holy Spirit in the Church. Listen to our podcasts here: https://www.vaticannews.va/en/podcast.html

70. Polarization in the US: A chat with Cardinal-elect Pierre 21.09.2023

As the Church gears up for the Synod General Assembly, Cardinal-elect Christophe Pierre, the Apostolic Nuncio to United States, shares his thoughts on the problem of polarization and the goals of synodality. Listen to our podcasts here: https://www.vaticannews.va/en/podcast.html

69. Mongolia: Pope Francis returns to the peripheries 31.08.2023

As Pope Francis departs on his Apostolic Journey to Mongolia, we get a glimpse of the tiny Catholic Church in the Asian nation and explore what the Pope could achieve with his presence. Listen to our podcasts here: https://www.vaticannews.va/en/podcast.html

68. Ukraine: Hidden wounds of war 21.08.2023

As Russia’s war in Ukraine drags on causing widespread suffering, we explore the psychological trauma inflicted upon the country’s children and the hope and help that volunteers and charities are providing. Listen to our podcasts here: https://www.vaticannews.va/en/podcast.html

67. World Youth Day 2023: Everyone together as Church 09.08.2023

In the wake of the 37th World Youth Day, we get a taste of the joy and Christian fellowship that flowed from the international event in Lisbon and look ahead to WYD 2027 in South Korea. Listen to our podcasts here: https://www.vaticannews.va/en/podcast.html

66. World Youth Day: From excitement to encounter with Christ 27.07.2023

As young pilgrims descend upon Lisbon for World Youth Day 2023, we explore how youthful excitement can deepen into a spiritual encounter with Christ, the Pope, and each other. Listen to our podcasts here: https://www.vaticannews.va/en/podcast.html

65. World Youth Day: A Christian pilgrimage to the heart 20.07.2023

As young pilgrims begin their journey toward Lisbon for World Youth Day 2023, we explore the meaning of Christian pilgrimage and how people can take part from home. Listen to our podcasts here: https://www.vaticannews.va/en/podcast.html

64. Synod: Instrumentum Laboris ‘cookbook’ now available 14.07.2023

As the Synod General Assembly inches closer, we explore the Instrumentum Laboris, or “working document”, with a Cardinal, an Undersecretary and a delegate from Switzerland, and link the Synod to the upcoming World Youth Day in Lisbon. Listen to our podcasts here: https://www.vaticannews.va/en/podcast.html

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