Squiz Today A Squiz at April: The death of a Pope, and a durable dachshund
Dec 26, 2025
The hosts recap significant events from April 2025, including the death of Pope Francis and the global tributes that followed. They discuss the planning of his simple funeral and the conclave that led to the election of Pope Leo XIV. The conversation shifts to Australia's upcoming elections, highlighting key policy proposals and televised debates. Lastly, a heartwarming tale unfolds about Valerie, a dachshund who survived an incredible 529 days lost in the wild before being joyfully reunited with her owners. Neil Perry's Fish Pie gets a delicious shout-out too!
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Pope's Simple Legacy
- Pope Francis was remembered for humility, progressive stances, and addressing church failings.
- His simple wooden coffin and burial outside St Peter's signalled a deliberate message of simplicity.
How A New Pope Was Chosen
- A conclave of 133 cardinals voted in the Sistine Chapel until a two-thirds majority selected a new pope.
- They used black smoke for no decision and white smoke when they elected Chicago-born Pope Leo XIV.
Election Campaign Heat
- The April campaign featured four televised debates between Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton and major policy announcements.
- Both parties unveiled controversial first-home-buyer policies that economists criticised as politically driven.