# Pope Leo on The No Agenda Show

Pope Leo comes up in 9 chapters across 7 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from May 2025 to July 2026.

- **Chapters:** 9
- **Episodes:** 7
- **Discussed:** May 2025 – July 2026
- **Related topics:** [Chicago](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chicago.md), [Donald Trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [Ankara](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ankara.md), [Architecture](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/architecture.md), [Artificial Intelligence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artificial-intelligence.md), [Barcelona](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barcelona.md), [Cognitive Test](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cognitive-test.md), [Conclave](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/conclave.md), [Dark Horse](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dark-horse.md), [G7 Summit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/g7-summit.md)

## Chapters 1–9 of 9

### Giorgia Meloni, Italy-US Relations, and Restraining Order Jokes

- **Episode:** [1884: Code Brown](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1884-code-brown.md)
- **Published:** 2026-07-09
- **Time:** 1:13:01–1:15:34
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1884-code-brown/chapter/giorgia-meloni-italy-us-relations-and-restraining-order-jokes.md

A diplomatic feud has erupted between President Trump and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni after Trump posted a sarcastic comment on Truth Social suggesting he needed a "restraining order" against her. Relations have chilled due to disagreements over Middle East policy and Italy's refusal to allow U.S. forces to use domestic airfields. Trump also claimed Meloni "begged" him for a photo at the G7 summit out of pity, which Rome denies.

Keywords: [giorgia meloni](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/giorgia-meloni.md), [italy](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/italy.md), [pope leo xiv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pope-leo-xiv.md), [truth social](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/truth-social.md), [g7 summit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/g7-summit.md), [ankara](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ankara.md)

### Pope Leo Visits Spain and Sagrada Familia Lighting

- **Episode:** [1876: Screwball](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1876-screwball.md)
- **Published:** 2026-06-11
- **Time:** 1:28:56–1:31:20
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1876-screwball/chapter/pope-leo-visits-spain-and-sagrada-familia-lighting.md

Pope Leo visited Spain, where he reportedly sat in the cockpit of his flight to Barcelona and communicated with fighter pilot escorts. The visit coincided with a massive light show at the Sagrada Familia, the architectural masterpiece by Antoni Gaudí that has been under construction for over a century.

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### Thucydides Trap, Marco Rubio, Pope Leo

- **Episode:** [1869: Trollery](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1869-trollery.md)
- **Published:** 2026-05-17
- **Time:** 45:22–47:07
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1869-trollery/chapter/thucydides-trap-marco-rubio-pope-leo.md

A discussion on the "Thucydides Trap" clarifies that the historical concept refers to a rising power (China) threatening a dominant one (USA), rather than the reverse. The segment also mentions Secretary of State Marco Rubio's recent meeting with Pope Leo, which was initially viewed as a religious visit but is now interpreted as part of a broader diplomatic scheme involving Cuba.

Keywords: thucydides trap, [marco rubio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marco-rubio.md), [pope leo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pope-leo.md), [greece](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/greece.md), [sparta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sparta.md)

### AI Jesus Image and Trump's Conflict with the Pope

- **Episode:** [1860: micro-dosing](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1860-micro-dosing.md)
- **Published:** 2026-04-16
- **Time:** 1:31:00–1:35:01
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1860-micro-dosing/chapter/ai-jesus-image-and-trump-s-conflict-with-the-pope.md

President Trump faced criticism after reposting an AI-generated image of himself being embraced by Jesus, which some allies in Congress found offensive. The post coincided with a public spat between Trump and Pope Leo over crime and war policies. Critics used the incident to question Trump's narcissism and mental state, while the White House eventually removed the image.

Keywords: [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [pope leo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pope-leo.md), ai jesus, [social media](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/social-media.md), [cognitive test](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cognitive-test.md)

### Anglican Church Split, Pope Leo and King Charles III

- **Episode:** [1811: NA Era](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1811-na-era.md)
- **Published:** 2025-10-26
- **Time:** 3:14:17–3:18:02
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1811-na-era/chapter/anglican-church-split-pope-leo-and-king-charles-iii.md

The Anglican Church faces a historic schism as conservative branches in Africa and Asia, known as GAFCON, break away from the Archbishop of Canterbury. The split was triggered by the appointment of Sarah Mullally as the first female Archbishop and the church's stance on LGBTQ issues. Simultaneously, King Charles III and Pope Leo participate in a symbolic joint service at the Sistine Chapel to promote unity between the Catholic and Anglican faiths.

Keywords: anglican church, [king charles iii](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/king-charles-iii.md), [pope leo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pope-leo.md), gafcon, sarah mullally, church split

### Pope Leo XIV, Dark Horse Prophecy

- **Episode:** [1763: AI Factory](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1763-ai-factory.md)
- **Published:** 2025-05-11
- **Time:** 2:02:51–2:08:24
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1763-ai-factory/chapter/pope-leo-xiv-dark-horse-prophecy.md

The hosts discuss the new Pope Leo XIV, a Chicago-born White Sox fan, and the "dark horse" narrative surrounding his election. They touch on the "Four Horsemen" memes circulating in Fredericksburg and the process of selecting listener-submitted artwork for the show.

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### Pope Leo XIV, Social Teaching and AI

- **Episode:** [1763: AI Factory](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1763-ai-factory.md)
- **Published:** 2025-05-11
- **Time:** 2:25:48–2:30:28
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1763-ai-factory/chapter/pope-leo-xiv-social-teaching-and-ai.md

Pope Leo XIV visited the tomb of his predecessor and confirmed his name honors Leo XIII, a defender of workers' rights. The new Pope identified artificial intelligence as a primary challenge to human dignity and signaled a commitment to the reforms of the Second Vatican Council.

Keywords: [pope leo xiv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pope-leo-xiv.md), [chicago](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chicago.md), [artificial intelligence](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/artificial-intelligence.md), vatican ii, workers rights

### Pope Leo XIV, Donald Trump and American Influence

- **Episode:** [1762: Stick Fight](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1762-stick-fight.md)
- **Published:** 2025-05-08
- **Time:** 2:36
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1762-stick-fight/chapter/pope-leo-xiv-donald-trump-and-american-influence.md

The selection of an American Pope from Chicago, Leo XIV, is analyzed as a potential strategic move linked to Donald Trump. Speculation arises regarding whether Trump had inside information on the selection or if the appointment signals a comeback for American global influence. The discussion touches on the new Pope's background as a Chicago Bears fan and his resemblance to Anthony Fauci.

Keywords: [pope leo xiv](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pope-leo-xiv.md), [donald trump](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donald-trump.md), [vatican city](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/vatican-city.md), [chicago](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chicago.md), [trade deal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/trade-deal.md)

### Conclave Slang, Raw Dogging and Pope Leo XIV

- **Episode:** [1762: Stick Fight](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1762-stick-fight.md)
- **Published:** 2025-05-08
- **Time:** 2:32:54–2:36:21
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1762-stick-fight/chapter/conclave-slang-raw-dogging-and-pope-leo-xiv.md

A mainstream media clip featuring Nora O'Donnell uses the term "raw dogging" to describe cardinals entering the conclave without electronic devices. The hosts laugh at the misuse of the sexual slang term in a religious context. They also note reports that the new Pope, Leo XIV, has been critical of Donald Trump's immigration rhetoric in the past.

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