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Pope Benedict XVI Makes History by Stepping Aside

For the first time since 1415, a Roman Catholic Pope is resigning. We hear about the reign of Benedict XVI and the prospects for his successor.

By Warren Olney • Feb 11, 2013 • 51m Listen

For the first time since 1415, a Roman Catholic Pope is resigning. We hear about the reign of Benedict XVI and the prospects for his successor. Also, Al Gore's latest book is described as an "inconvenient truth for everything." We talk with him about "The Future" of the Earth and humanity.

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Pope Benedict XVI Makes History by Stepping Aside

For the first time since 1415, a Roman Catholic Pope is resigning. We hear about the reign of Benedict XVI and the prospects for his successor.

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To the Point

Pope Benedict XVI Makes History by Stepping Aside

For the first time since 1415, a Roman Catholic Pope is resigning. We hear about the reign of Benedict XVI and the prospects for his successor.

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