Most women must wear black in the Pope’s presence—but a few are allowed to wear white. This post explores the rare Catholic tradition known as the Privilège du Blanc.
To the modern eye, the red shoes worn by the Pope may look like a regal flourish—ornamental, maybe even outdated. But they are anything but superficial. These crimson shoes are rooted in a tradition soaked in blood, sacrifice, and holy symbolism. They are a visible reminder of martyrdom.
Meet the Prevost brothers—the men behind Pope Leo XIV. From their Chicago roots to viral rumors about Creole ancestry, discover the untold family story.