
Father Alexander Lucie-Smith
Catholic theologian. He joins the podcast to discuss the upcoming papal conclave and Pope Francis's legacy.
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Apr 24, 2025 • 38min
The Edition: See change, A.I. ghouls & long live the long lunch!
Damian Thompson, associate editor at The Spectator and host of the Holy Smoke podcast, shares insights on the impending challenges facing the next Pope, highlighting doctrinal debates and financial woes. Fr Alexander Lucie-Smith, a Catholic theologian, joins to discuss the political intrigue of the upcoming papal conclave and the complex legacy of Pope Francis. They also tackle the ethical questions around AI recreating historical figures, like the resurrected footballer Lily Parr, and ponder the future of meaningful connections amidst rising technology.

Apr 21, 2025 • 29min
Holy Smoke: Pope Francis dies – what will his legacy be?
Father Alexander Lucie-Smith, a Catholic priest and moral theologian, joins Damian Thompson to discuss the transformative legacy of Pope Francis following his death. They delve into Francis's complex embrace of social issues that polarized both liberals and conservatives. The conversation highlights how his Argentinian roots and connections to Peronism influenced his papacy. Lucie-Smith also reflects on the historical shift in the Church's governance and the challenges faced in precisely defining Francis’s legacy amidst his controversial decisions.