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How has Pope Leo XIV done after 100 days?

Former President Mary McAleese has criticized Pope Leo’s first 100 days in the papacy, saying i...

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16.06 18 Aug 2025


How has Pope Leo XIV done after 100 days?


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Former President Mary McAleese has criticized Pope Leo’s first 100 days in the papacy, saying it's been “too conservative”. She has questioned whether he is as committed to Pope Francis’ reforms – but, is 100 days too early to judge?

Joining Kieran to discuss is David Quinn, Columnist with the Sunday Independent and Irish Catholic and Gina Menzies, a Theologian.


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