When Europe became the battleground between opposing armies, a very unlikely candidate met up with the Pope and proposed a solution.
It would involve the Jews, and start in the heart of Inquisition Portugal.
But it brought about unexpected results.
Ultimately we have a cloak and a flag to reflect upon.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Trip Announcement
01:24 ICJ Case Against Israel
03:16 Ongoing Case and Accusation of Genocide
04:12 Podcast Achievement and Offline Listening
05:07 Introduction to the Story of Shlomo Molcho and David Reuveni
06:05 Arrival of David Reuveni in Venice
07:02 Encounter between David Reuveni and Diego Pérez
09:26 David Reuveni's Background and Travels
10:52 David Reuveni's Arrival in Rome
11:47 David Reuveni's Meeting with Pope Clement VII
12:45 David Reuveni's Visit to Portugal
16:29 Shlomo Molcho's Life in Salonika
18:50 Shlomo Molcho's Return to Italy
20:12 Shlomo Molcho's Meeting with Pope Clement VII
22:31 Shlomo Molcho's Imprisonment and Execution
23:29 Meeting with Emperor Charles V
24:47 Emperor's Reaction and Execution of Shlomo Molcho
25:43 Conclusion and Legacy of Shlomo Molcho
31:23 Discussion on Shlomo Molcho's Motivations
33:44 Reactions and Impact of Shlomo Molcho
36:05 Closing Remarks and Trip Announcement
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