Episodes

Meghan Markle’s Australia tour has opened a new debate over fashion, money and image, with her outfits now instantly shoppable through the OneOff platform where she shares in the revenue. Critics say the looks were bland, misjudged or poorly matched to the settings, while new reports revive claims about staff turnover, nanny departures, memoir speculation and even a possible move closer to Hollywood. It all adds up to another crowded chapter in the Sussex media cycle. Get episodes of Palace Int...

Meghan Markle’s lifestyle brand As Ever expands into candles, fragrance and gifting, with new products inspired by Archie and Lilibet as the Duchess deepens the personal side of the brand. Critics, however, are pouncing, with questions about using the children in the rollout and more sharp commentary from the press. We also hear from an Australian reporter who spent four days covering Harry and Meghan up close, plus John Oliver’s blunt new verdict on the Royal Family and Prince Andrew. Get epis...

The Royal Family marks what would have been Queen Elizabeth the Second’s one hundredth birthday with tributes at Buckingham Palace, a new national charity, and a personal address from King Charles. We also look at the new official biography, Helen Mirren’s defence of the late Queen’s decision to remain at Balmoral after Diana’s death, Robert Hardman’s reflections on the shadow of Prince Andrew, and a thoughtful new essay from Deep Crown on the difference between the woman, the monarch and the le...

Attendees at Meghan Markle’s Sydney wellness retreat say the Duchess won over a doubtful crowd, with some describing an emotional room moved to tears by her comments on online abuse and family life. But as the Australia trip comes to a close, fresh criticism follows — from questions over Prince Harry’s abrupt exit, to new attacks on the couple’s commercial strategy, to a dispute over embargoed tour details and security concerns. Back home in California, Meghan shares a “Welcome Home” moment with...

Meghan Markle says she was “the most trolled person in the entire world” for a decade, framing her remarks as a warning about the dangers of social media during a youth mental health visit in Australia. The claim quickly drew pushback, including from Senator Ted Cruz, who suggested President Donald Trump may hold that distinction instead. Meanwhile, Congresswoman Lauren Boebert raised eyebrows after responding to a question about “King George” rather than King Charles. Back in the UK press, opi...

It's the week in review on Palace Intrigue, and almost all roads lead to Australia. Harry and Meghan touched down in Melbourne for a four-day quasi-royal tour mixing charity work, paid speaking engagements, and a viral rugby hug from a man in budgie smugglers. The hospital visits were warm, the ticket sales were not, and a poorly timed MasterChef reveal landed while Harry was laying a wreath at a war memorial. Deep Crown asked the obvious question: would any of this look different if it were Wil...

Meghan Markle faces a new round of criticism after the timing of her MasterChef Australia appearance sparked questions about whether duty and commercial opportunity are being awkwardly mixed on this quasi-royal tour. We look at the backlash, the debate over whether she was paid, and Richard Eden’s argument that the trip is part of a wider “Project Thaw” effort to rehabilitate the Sussex brand. After the break, Sarah Ferguson resurfaces in Austria after months out of view, as reports swirl about ...

As the centenary of Queen Elizabeth II approaches, Deep Crown reflects on why the title “The Queen” still belongs to her alone, even with King Charles III now on the throne. This episode examines how Elizabeth’s seventy-year reign fused the person and the role in a way no successor has yet matched, and why that legacy may endure for generations. Get episodes of Palace Intrigue by becommming a paid subscriber on Apple Podcasts. Click the button that says uninterrupted listening. Just $5 a month,...

Meghan Markle’s Sydney wellness retreat appearance draws fresh scrutiny after a brief but high-profile stop at the so-called “Megstock,” complete with VIP photos, heavy security, and a rather Australian shoey incident as she and Prince Harry departed. We also look at the couple’s Bondi Beach crowds, their meetings with survivors and first responders, the growing criticism that parts of the tour feel staged, and the latest sharp media commentary from Britain and Australia. Plus, a café’s cheeky A...

Preparations begin for William's coronation ceremony as intense debates emerge over balancing ancient tradition with modern sensibilities. The guest list becomes a diplomatic minefield, particularly regarding Harry and his wife's attendance. A leaked conversation about coronation planning threatens to derail the fragile truce between the brothers, forcing William to choose between personal vindication and institutional stability. Every decision becomes a statement about the monarchy's future dir...

New claims suggest King Charles has no intention of stepping aside despite ongoing cancer treatment, as fresh reporting points to tensions inside the family over his workload and Camilla’s future place in the monarchy. We also preview major events marking what would have been Queen Elizabeth the Second’s one hundredth birthday, including a national address, palace reception, memorial, and major fashion exhibition. After the break, new reporting revisits Meghan’s wedding tiara dispute, and royal ...

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle arrive in Sydney for a high-profile rugby appearance, as scrutiny intensifies around their Australia trip. Reports suggest the couple deliberately avoided walkabouts due to security concerns, while sources offer sharply divided views on the success of the visit. Attention now turns to Meghan’s “Her Best Life” wellness retreat, with ticket prices and promises of exclusivity drawing criticism from commentators. British and Australian media question the purpose and op...

Buckingham Palace confirms King Charles and Queen Camilla will visit Washington, New York and Virginia later this month, marking America’s 250th anniversary while navigating a sensitive political backdrop. The trip includes a White House state dinner, a congressional address and meetings tied to military and cultural ties. Commentary from the Guardian highlights the diplomatic tightrope facing the King in his meeting with President Trump, while palace officials address why no meeting with Jeffre...

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle continue their Australia visit with a mix of charitable work, business ventures and public appearances. In Melbourne, the couple focused on mental health and community initiatives, while Meghan’s fashion choices—and her new role as an investor in an AI-powered retail platform—sparked debate online. Harry spoke candidly about parenting, therapy and his upbringing, while also taking part in a light-hearted Australian rules football session. As crowds turned out in st...

Stepping away from the Sussexes, this episode looks at a fresh round of royal side stories, starting with new speculation over Sarah Ferguson’s whereabouts and claims she may be on a private healing retreat. We also examine reports of King Charles taking a harder line on Prince Andrew, warnings that Andrew still poses reputational risks to the monarchy, and renewed scrutiny over Prince William’s Duchy income from HMP Dartmoor. After the break, Royal Mail prepares a special tribute for Queen Eliz...

Prince Harry continues the Australia trip on his own today, with stops focused on men’s mental health and veterans, before reuniting with Meghan tomorrow. We also look at new claims about why Archie and Lilibet did not travel, a brand expert’s take on the Sussex strategy, renewed chatter over Meghan’s Netflix event appearance, and reports that old messages from Harry to a journalist have caused tension behind the scenes. After the break, more sharp Australian commentary and a new report involvin...

Harry and Meghan begin their Australia visit with a mixed reception, drawing warm scenes at a children’s hospital in Melbourne while criticism brews over security costs, purpose, and public interest. We also have Meghan’s “call me Meg” moment, new questions about weak ticket sales for their paid appearances, and a look at sharply divided commentary from Australia and Britain over what this tour really represents. Get episodes of Palace Intrigue by becommming a paid subscriber on Apple Podcasts....

Meghan Markle makes a high-profile appearance at a Netflix gathering hosted by Ted Sarandos, raising fresh questions about the couple’s relationship with the streaming giant. Then, an extraordinary legal twist as Prince Harry faces libel action from his own charity, Sentebale. We also break down the early reaction to the Sussexes’ Australia trip, including skepticism from PR experts, mixed signals from local influencers, and support from fashion brands. After the break, new details on how the tr...

Prince William is said to have quietly reached out to Prince Andrew following his fall from royal life, offering a rare moment of contact during a turbulent period. As Andrew’s siblings reportedly step in behind the scenes, questions grow about whether public sympathy is being carefully managed. Plus, new reporting on Princess Beatrice and Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi’s marriage, inheritance questions, and the realities behind royal-adjacent wealth. Get episodes of Palace Intrigue by becommming a paid...

Prince Harry faces awkward optics as ticket prices for his upcoming mental health appearance reportedly drop, raising fresh questions about audience demand. Meanwhile, scrutiny builds around Meghan Markle’s Sydney wellness retreat, with reports suggesting unsold seats, unusual booking practices, and a journalist allegedly refunded after being identified. We also hear a firsthand account from inside the retreat experience, plus new claims that Hollywood may be calling Meghan back to acting in a b...

It's the week in review on Palace Intrigue, and what a week it was. Easter confirmed the shape of the slimmed-down monarchy — Charles, Camilla, William, Catherine and the children front and centre, with the York family conspicuously absent. Andrew's situation deepened on multiple fronts: new claims about a "party bag" evening at Sandringham in 2000, reports of Charles taking near-daily calls out of fear Andrew could "go rogue," a mystery woman, a caravan, and curious tourists treating Norfolk li...

On today’s episode, we explore how fashion has become one of the Royal Family’s most effective tools of influence — with Catherine, Princess of Wales at the centre of that strategy.Drawing on insights from Justine Picardie, royal fashion is described as “soft power,” a visual language used to project stability and continuity during uncertain times. One recent example: Catherine’s gold gown and Lover’s Knot tiara at a state banquet, reinforcing tradition and authority without saying a word.Also t...

Princess Catherine is being described by insiders as the emotional backbone of the Royal Family, with growing concern she may be carrying too much as pressure on the institution intensifies. We also look at the lighter side of royal life, including Kate’s famously practical car routine, why King Charles refuses snacks on the road, and a columnist’s very selective list of royals she would actually curtsy to. Plus: a new biography claims Prince Philip lived with pancreatic cancer for years in sec...

William and Catherine's decision to remain at Windsor rather than move to Buckingham Palace creates unprecedented press scrutiny and protocol challenges. Palace staff struggle with the logistics of a commuter King while media critics question whether the monarchy is abandoning its traditions. The empty state rooms become a symbol of changing royal priorities as William fights to maintain some normalcy for his family while fulfilling his duties as sovereign. Get episodes of Palace Intrigue by be...