Killing the Pope

Killing the Pope offers a compelling and detailed exploration of the 1981 assassination attempt on Pope John Paul II, delving into the complex web of international intrigue surrounding the event. Drawing on new archival research, historian Serhii Plokhy traces the assassin’s journey across Europe and uncovers the possible involvement of various global actors, shedding light on the Cold War era's pervasive paranoia and disinformation. This riveting account invites listeners to consider the deeper political and historical forces at play behind one of the most dramatic moments of the late 20th century.