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Can Pope Leo XIV heal the Church–and his own country?
GZERO World with Ian Bremmer

Can Pope Leo XIV heal the Church–and his own country?

What does it mean to have the first (North) American Pope—and can his leadership help heal both a divided Church and an increasingly secular America?

Pope Leo XIV's historic opportunity, with Father James Martin
GZERO World with Ian Bremmer Podcast

Pope Leo XIV's historic opportunity, with Father James Martin

The world has its first (North) American pope. Now what? On a new GZERO World podcast, Ian Bremmer sits down with Jesuit priest and bestselling author Father James Martin to talk about the historic ascendancy of Pope Leo XIV and what his papacy means for the Catholic Church, American politics, and a world in search of moral clarity.

Why Mark Carney’s victory won’t heal the US-Canada rift
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Why Mark Carney’s victory won’t heal the US-Canada rift

Mark Carney leads the Liberals to victory in Canada. So, what's next for the US-Canada relationship? The conclave will pick the next pope. How is it relevant for the wider geopolitical landscape? Ian Bremmer shares his insights on global politics this week on World In :60.

​Nuns and faithful attend a rosary for Pope Francis, following the death of the pontiff, in St. Peter's square, at the Vatican, April 21, 2025.
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World bids farewell to Pope Francis, awaits conclave’s choice

Preparations for the funeral of Pope Francis are underway after the Holy Father died from a cerebral stroke early Monday – as are those for the secretive election to choose his successor.