
Each week, Colleen Dulle goes behind the headlines of the biggest Vatican news stories with America’s Rome correspondent Gerard O’Connell. They'll break down complicated news stories that have a whole lot of history behind them in an understandable, engaging way. Colleen and Gerard will give you the inside scoop on what people inside the Vatican are thinking, saying—and planning.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 404 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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This week on “Inside the Vatican,” Gerry O’Connell gives Colleen Dulle an inside look at Pope Leo XIV’s visit to four African countries. Between speaking out against corruption in Cameroon, denouncing inequality in Angola and visiting a prison in Equ... more
This week on “Inside the Vatican,” Archbishop Joseph Marino, former president of the Pontifical Ecclesiastical Academy which trains Vatican diplomats, joins Colleen Dulle to give a crash course on Vatican Diplomacy: Who are nuncios? What do they do? ... more
This week on “Inside the Vatican,” America Editor-in-Chief Fr. Sam Sawyer, SJ, joins Vatican Correspondent Colleen Dulle and Executive Editor Ashley McKinless for a roundtable discussion on the recent comments President Trump and other administration... more
This week on “Inside the Vatican,” Colleen and Gerry recap a packed two weeks of Vatican news, covering Pope Leo’s first Holy Week celebrations and his comments on President Trump’s threat to wipe out ‘an entire civilization.’
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Basically they keep asking the question until they get the answer they want.
This podcast is really educating me - I only ever heard the headlines about the Vatican and read articles from major news sources. This is giving a much needed perspective - a view from inside- hence the title... They aren't trying to present all viewpoints but are thoughtfully reflecting on the perspectives from Gerry’s experiences and Colleen’s wise questions. Love it and look forward to every episode. Thanks for the great work! I wish for more!
Excellent interview! My wife and I were very impressed with this segment. The questions asked and the responses of the author brought fresh insight to the personality of our new
pope. What a blessings it is to have a podcast like this. Bravo and keep up the good work Colleen and Gerry!!!
I enjoy your balanced insights and good reporting. Getting behind Pope Francis who has moved the dial in a much needed positive direction for the church. I look forward to listening as Pope Leo asserts his papacy.
Michael
I started following during the conclave. I have been a fan of American media for years and this podcast brought so much insight and renewed joy to my Catholic faith, and Catholic social teaching as well. I cannot wait to continue to listen in the fall. Thank you for all your stories and insightfulness to being a Catholic and what goes on in the Vatican
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Insiders' take on Vatican affairs combines sharp reporting with historical context, translating complex church diplomacy into accessible analysis. Episodes frequently unpack how papal decisions, Vatican diplomacy, and internal governance ripple across global Catholic communities, with recurring focus on leadership style, doctrinal debates, and geopolitical hotspots. A standout trait is the ability to pair on-the-ground Vatican insights with broader trends in church reform, synodality, and interfaith engagement, often featuring prominent guests and firsthand reporting from Rome. This mix of timely scrutiny and thoughtful reflection makes it a compelling listen for listeners who want depth without losing sight of the human and institutional s... more
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