Episodes

  • 028 - Bk 3 Pt 2 Julius III--Marcellus II

    028 - Bk 3 Pt 2 Julius III--Marcellus II
    Jan 28 2026
    Immerse yourself in Leopold von Rankes groundbreaking exploration of the 16th-century papacy, a pivotal era in Catholic history. As a pioneering German Lutheran historian, Ranke meticulously chronicles the reigns of influential popes. Witness Pope Clement VIIs fateful French alliance that leads to the dramatic sack of Rome, and delve into Pope Paul IIIs ambitions for his grandsons, only to face betrayal. Experience the fervor of Gian Pietro Carafa, who becomes Pope Paul IV, as he navigates alliances with Protestants and even the Turks in his fierce opposition to Spain. Ranke, who famously coined the term Counter-Reformation, also captures the profound impact of Ignatius Loyola and the Jesuit movements efforts to reclaim Protestant territories for the Catholic Church. Join us for a captivating journey through this tumultuous chapter of religious history. (Summary by Pamela Nagami, M.D.)
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    17 mins
  • 027 - Bk 3 Pt 1 Paul III Section 3

    027 - Bk 3 Pt 1 Paul III Section 3
    Jan 27 2026
    Immerse yourself in Leopold von Rankes groundbreaking exploration of the 16th-century papacy, a pivotal era in Catholic history. As a pioneering German Lutheran historian, Ranke meticulously chronicles the reigns of influential popes. Witness Pope Clement VIIs fateful French alliance that leads to the dramatic sack of Rome, and delve into Pope Paul IIIs ambitions for his grandsons, only to face betrayal. Experience the fervor of Gian Pietro Carafa, who becomes Pope Paul IV, as he navigates alliances with Protestants and even the Turks in his fierce opposition to Spain. Ranke, who famously coined the term Counter-Reformation, also captures the profound impact of Ignatius Loyola and the Jesuit movements efforts to reclaim Protestant territories for the Catholic Church. Join us for a captivating journey through this tumultuous chapter of religious history. (Summary by Pamela Nagami, M.D.)
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    19 mins
  • 026 - Bk 3 Pt 1 Paul III Section 2

    026 - Bk 3 Pt 1 Paul III Section 2
    Jan 26 2026
    Immerse yourself in Leopold von Rankes groundbreaking exploration of the 16th-century papacy, a pivotal era in Catholic history. As a pioneering German Lutheran historian, Ranke meticulously chronicles the reigns of influential popes. Witness Pope Clement VIIs fateful French alliance that leads to the dramatic sack of Rome, and delve into Pope Paul IIIs ambitions for his grandsons, only to face betrayal. Experience the fervor of Gian Pietro Carafa, who becomes Pope Paul IV, as he navigates alliances with Protestants and even the Turks in his fierce opposition to Spain. Ranke, who famously coined the term Counter-Reformation, also captures the profound impact of Ignatius Loyola and the Jesuit movements efforts to reclaim Protestant territories for the Catholic Church. Join us for a captivating journey through this tumultuous chapter of religious history. (Summary by Pamela Nagami, M.D.)
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    23 mins
  • 025 - Bk 3 The Popes About the Middle of the Sixteenth Century Pt 1 Paul III Section 1

    025 - Bk 3 The Popes About the Middle of the Sixteenth Century Pt 1 Paul III Section 1
    Jan 25 2026
    Immerse yourself in Leopold von Rankes groundbreaking exploration of the 16th-century papacy, a pivotal era in Catholic history. As a pioneering German Lutheran historian, Ranke meticulously chronicles the reigns of influential popes. Witness Pope Clement VIIs fateful French alliance that leads to the dramatic sack of Rome, and delve into Pope Paul IIIs ambitions for his grandsons, only to face betrayal. Experience the fervor of Gian Pietro Carafa, who becomes Pope Paul IV, as he navigates alliances with Protestants and even the Turks in his fierce opposition to Spain. Ranke, who famously coined the term Counter-Reformation, also captures the profound impact of Ignatius Loyola and the Jesuit movements efforts to reclaim Protestant territories for the Catholic Church. Join us for a captivating journey through this tumultuous chapter of religious history. (Summary by Pamela Nagami, M.D.)
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    20 mins
  • 024 - Bk 2 Pt 7 Further Progress of the Jesuit Institution and Conclusion Section 2

    024 - Bk 2 Pt 7 Further Progress of the Jesuit Institution and Conclusion Section 2
    Jan 24 2026
    Immerse yourself in Leopold von Rankes groundbreaking exploration of the 16th-century papacy, a pivotal era in Catholic history. As a pioneering German Lutheran historian, Ranke meticulously chronicles the reigns of influential popes. Witness Pope Clement VIIs fateful French alliance that leads to the dramatic sack of Rome, and delve into Pope Paul IIIs ambitions for his grandsons, only to face betrayal. Experience the fervor of Gian Pietro Carafa, who becomes Pope Paul IV, as he navigates alliances with Protestants and even the Turks in his fierce opposition to Spain. Ranke, who famously coined the term Counter-Reformation, also captures the profound impact of Ignatius Loyola and the Jesuit movements efforts to reclaim Protestant territories for the Catholic Church. Join us for a captivating journey through this tumultuous chapter of religious history. (Summary by Pamela Nagami, M.D.)
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    20 mins
  • 023 - Bk 2 Pt 7 Further Progress of the Jesuit Institution Section 1

    023 - Bk 2 Pt 7 Further Progress of the Jesuit Institution Section 1
    Jan 23 2026
    Immerse yourself in Leopold von Rankes groundbreaking exploration of the 16th-century papacy, a pivotal era in Catholic history. As a pioneering German Lutheran historian, Ranke meticulously chronicles the reigns of influential popes. Witness Pope Clement VIIs fateful French alliance that leads to the dramatic sack of Rome, and delve into Pope Paul IIIs ambitions for his grandsons, only to face betrayal. Experience the fervor of Gian Pietro Carafa, who becomes Pope Paul IV, as he navigates alliances with Protestants and even the Turks in his fierce opposition to Spain. Ranke, who famously coined the term Counter-Reformation, also captures the profound impact of Ignatius Loyola and the Jesuit movements efforts to reclaim Protestant territories for the Catholic Church. Join us for a captivating journey through this tumultuous chapter of religious history. (Summary by Pamela Nagami, M.D.)
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    18 mins
  • 022 - Bk 2 Pt 6 The Inquisition

    022 - Bk 2 Pt 6 The Inquisition
    Jan 22 2026
    Immerse yourself in Leopold von Rankes groundbreaking exploration of the 16th-century papacy, a pivotal era in Catholic history. As a pioneering German Lutheran historian, Ranke meticulously chronicles the reigns of influential popes. Witness Pope Clement VIIs fateful French alliance that leads to the dramatic sack of Rome, and delve into Pope Paul IIIs ambitions for his grandsons, only to face betrayal. Experience the fervor of Gian Pietro Carafa, who becomes Pope Paul IV, as he navigates alliances with Protestants and even the Turks in his fierce opposition to Spain. Ranke, who famously coined the term Counter-Reformation, also captures the profound impact of Ignatius Loyola and the Jesuit movements efforts to reclaim Protestant territories for the Catholic Church. Join us for a captivating journey through this tumultuous chapter of religious history. (Summary by Pamela Nagami, M.D.)
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    17 mins
  • 021 - Bk 2 Pt 5 First Sittings of the Council of Trent

    021 - Bk 2 Pt 5 First Sittings of the Council of Trent
    Jan 21 2026
    Immerse yourself in Leopold von Rankes groundbreaking exploration of the 16th-century papacy, a pivotal era in Catholic history. As a pioneering German Lutheran historian, Ranke meticulously chronicles the reigns of influential popes. Witness Pope Clement VIIs fateful French alliance that leads to the dramatic sack of Rome, and delve into Pope Paul IIIs ambitions for his grandsons, only to face betrayal. Experience the fervor of Gian Pietro Carafa, who becomes Pope Paul IV, as he navigates alliances with Protestants and even the Turks in his fierce opposition to Spain. Ranke, who famously coined the term Counter-Reformation, also captures the profound impact of Ignatius Loyola and the Jesuit movements efforts to reclaim Protestant territories for the Catholic Church. Join us for a captivating journey through this tumultuous chapter of religious history. (Summary by Pamela Nagami, M.D.)
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    16 mins