The David McWilliams Podcast Popeonomics?
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Apr 24, 2025 The conversation dives into whether there’s a concept of 'Catholic Economics' and how Pope Francis’s progressive views shape it. A comical tale unfolds with a Vespa incident in Rome, leading to an unexpected meeting with the Pope. The exploration of liberation theology and the roots of Franciscan banking reveals a unique intersection of faith and economics. Humorous anecdotes about family dynamics within the Church add a light touch, while discussions on usury and historical banking practices connect faith and financial responsibility in today's world.
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Rising Conservatism in Young Priests
- Young American priests trend conservative and orthodox, reversing a prior liberal shift.
- This signals a political polarization within the Catholic Church mirroring broader social trends.
Francis' Populist Theology
- Pope Francis embraced a populist theology valuing the spirituality and power of the poor.
- This differs from liberation theology's more Marxist approaches to social change.
Franciscans Sparked Renaissance Capitalism
- The Franciscans pioneered necessary economic innovations like pawn shops and double-entry bookkeeping.
- These spurred Renaissance capitalism, challenging the notion that capitalism stemmed solely from Protestant ethics.
