Symmachus comes into the papacy after an extreme divide between the Pro-Byzantine and Pro-Ostrogothic factions. And divides usually lead to antipopes! In this episode, we'll discuss the Laurentian Schism, the lasting implications of the Palmary Synod, and what happens during 4 years of violence.\n\xa0\nSupport Pontifacts:Patreon: \xa0https://www.patreon.com/pontifactspod\nPaypal: paypal.me/pontifactspodcast\nKo-fi: https://ko-fi.com/pontifactspod\nAmazon Wishlist: https://tinyurl.com/pontifactswishlist