As cardinals get ready to elect Francis I's successor, here are my five favourite popes from the Middle Ages...
Before we start, just wanted to let you know that Season 7 of my podcast This Is History: A Dynasty To Die For launches today.
Dan Jones
New York Times bestselling historian, broadcaster and author. My books have sold more than one million copies worldwide. My documentaries include the Netflix series Secrets of Great British Castles. I live in the UK.