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What would Francis of Assisi make of his fame today?

The Catholic saint renounced wealth and fame to become a mendicant friar. Yet over history, his teachings and life have inspired popes, Dante, and even Mussolini.

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Producer Todd Rundgren Criticizes Taylor Swift: ‘The Apotheosis of Mediocrity’

It isn't the first time he's criticized Swift — he made similar comments on Rick Rubin's Broken Record podcast in 2022.

  • Veteran producer Todd Rundgren called Taylor Swift the apotheosis of mediocrity.
  • Rundgren criticized Swift's singing, songwriting, and dancing abilities.
  • Lady Gaga was praised by Rundgren as a real musician and classically trained piano player.

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