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The passing of Pope Francis has unleashed a wave of mainstream media coverage that paints his legacy in broad, often misleading strokes. Our hosts dive into this disconnect, dissecting a typical news segment that portrays Francis as revolutionary for embracing the poor and marginalized, as if previous pontiffs hadn't done exactly that for centuries.

What particularly frustrates traditional Catholics is the claim that Francis "moved the Catholic Church away from culture wars." As our conversation reveals, many faithful experienced the opposite—a papacy that actively restricted traditional expressions of faith while creating doctrinal ambiguities that confused many. The hosts share personal experiences of community displacement, including the shuttering of Traditional Latin Mass parishes across the country. "I literally lost my actual physical church, and so did 700 other people," one host laments, challenging the narrative that Francis "threw open the doors of the church to all."

Looking toward the upcoming conclave, the conversation shifts to concerns about potential successors. Unlike in 2013, today's Catholic landscape features a robust online community ready to scrutinize any candidate's theological positions. The hosts speculate that only a fairly orthodox successor would find "peaceful acceptance" among the faithful who feel bruised by years of confusion. Despite the challenges, one thing remains certain: "There's never been a more exciting time to be Catholic"—even if that excitement comes with a healthy dose of apprehension. Where do you stand on Pope Francis's legacy? Join the conversation and share your thoughts.

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