Choosing a new Pope: Was the film Conclave an accurate portrayal?
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The Oscar-winning film "Conclave" is the latest dramatic portrayal of the College of Cardinals. While mainstream media often focus on the politics of the process, what truly happens when a new pope is chosen? Fr. Stephen Wang, the Rector of the Venerable English College in Rome, and Alice Hall, one of the leaders of the Sion community, joined Esther Higham to unpack this.
Released on 6 Mar 2025
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