160. Victor III

About this episode

This episode discusses Pope Victor III's historical significance and his pre-papal life.

Pope Victor III is undeniably a significant historical figure, but has the unusual honour of being more famous for his pre-papal life! In his episode, we discuss the Golden Age of Montecassino, regifting stolen goods, the ultimate dilly-dallying, and only briefly lament for him that we are not rating abbots. Pontifacts is speaking at Intelligent Speech 2026! Get your tickets at https://intelligentspeechonline.com/ Use code POPE at checkout for a discount on your ticket! Support Pontifacts: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pontifactspod Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/pontifactspodcast Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/pontifactspod Amazon Wishlist: https://tinyurl.com/pontifactswishlist

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Host: Pontifacts

Topics covered

• Pope Victor III
• Golden Age of Montecassino
• regifting
• abbots
• historical significance

Keywords

• Pope Victor III
• Monte Cassino
• history
• regifting
• abbots

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Organizations: Intelligent Speech 2026, Amazon Wishlist

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