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Understanding the conclave and the selection of a new pope

Season 2025 Episode 126 | 7m 24s

Wednesday, Catholic cardinals from across the globe will gather for the conclave to elect Pope Francis’ successor. John Yang takes a deeper look at the high-stakes undertaking to select the next pontiff.

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