Episodes

Prince Harry sparks online confusion after being introduced as “Harry Wales” at a snow polo event in Aspen, despite his formal title remaining Duke of Sussex — and after Meghan recently insisted on the Sussex name publicly. We also cover reports that Harry and Meghan auctioned an exclusive dinner with themselves for charity, with bids said to reach six figures, and a viral unboxing video featuring gifts from Meghan’s As Ever brand. Royal Insider Deep Crown weighs in on the monarchy’s Christmas ...

Episode Description: "Project Thaw" exposed—alleged plot to bring Harry back involves educating Archie/Lilibet in UK schools. Deep Crown destroys the premise: "Does anyone seriously believe Harry would place an ocean between his children and their mother? He's constructed his entire post-royal identity around not repeating Diana's experience." Kate vs Camilla explodes—Queen "astounded" Kate entertaining Harry reconciliation, source claims "poisonous showdown at palace" where Camilla called Kate ...

A Sky News analysis asks whether King Charles the Third should address Australia’s Bondi Beach attack in his Christmas broadcast — and whether Buckingham Palace can, or will, adjust a message likely recorded earlier in the month. We then go behind the scenes at Sandringham, where former royal chef Darren McGrady describes Christmas preparations as a “military operation,” from the set menus to the advance team and the army-style transport of provisions. Plus, why royal Christmas cards almost ne...

Christmas at Sandringham is set to look different this year, with familiar absences, softened protocols, and newer traditions taking hold under King Charles the Third. We run through who is expected, who is not, and how the day is likely to unfold from Christmas Eve dinner through the walk to church and the King’s broadcast. We also look at the mood inside the family as the King continues treatment, the Princess of Wales marks her first Christmas since announcing remission, and the Wales family...

Now that With Love, Meghan has apparently entered the holiday canon, Tatler asks a dangerous question: across nearly a thousand years of royal Christmases, who was the greatest host of them all? We go back to Christmas Day 1066 and William the Conqueror, then trace the monarchy’s festive evolution through medieval excess, bizarre gifts, and court spectacle. Tatler’s verdict narrows to two very different champions: James the First, the patron saint of riotous Jacobean revelry, and Queen Victoria,...

The announcement shook Britain — King Charles formally stripped his brother of every royal title and honor. Prince Andrew, once the Queen’s favorite son, became Andrew Mountbatten Windsor. As he prepared to leave Royal Lodge for exile at Sandringham, the palace’s terse statement hinted at a deeper fracture inside the House of Windsor. Behind the pomp and punishment lay a monarchy fighting to survive — and a family forced to choose between loyalty and legacy. Hear our new show "Crown and Controv...

Prince Harry issues a firm denial after Tina Brown’s comments about Jane Goodall and baby Archie spark backlash, with Brown later offering a clarification. We also cover the Sussexes’ charity rebrand as Archewell Foundation becomes Archewell Philanthropies, and what PR experts say the name change signals. Plus, fresh Epstein-related material released by Democrats on the US House Oversight Committee renews scrutiny around Jeffrey Epstein’s network, as Andrew Mountbatten Windsor again denies all...

Catherine, the Princess of Wales, is said to have pledged unwavering support to Prince William as he prepares for what insiders describe as a major overhaul of the monarchy, potentially beginning as early as 2026. Sources say the past year of illness, pressure and family strain has strengthened their bond as they focus on stability, impact and a quieter Christmas. We also look at the Wales family’s new Christmas photograph and message, and reports that Kate has stepped back from efforts to reco...

Tina Brown tells Katie Couric about a revealing lunch with Jane Goodall, including Harry’s early vision for fatherhood and why royal officials expected him to leave the institution — but not for a celebrity life in Montecito. We also cover Prince Harry’s surprise appearance at snow polo in Aspen, Meghan’s reaction from home, and the possibility of the Invictus Games returning to California in two thousand twenty nine. Plus, claims that Meghan and Harry viewed Kris Jenner’s birthday party as a k...

We start with one of the stranger corners of royal conspiracy culture: the long running “reptilian” claim, its late nineteen nineties roots in David Icke, and why the monarchy’s secrecy and ritual makes it such an easy target, with Royal Insider Deep Crown offering a dry reality check. Then, a new book revisits the Diana Panorama scandal and argues the BBC’s handling of the interview and cover up helped push the Princess onto a dangerous path, renewing questions about accountability and transpa...

King Charles hosts his annual pre Christmas lunch at Buckingham Palace, with around seventy relatives invited, as the Wales family arrives with the children and senior royals gather ahead of Sandringham. But several notable figures are missing, including Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, Sarah Ferguson, and the Sussexes, while Beatrice and Eugenie return to the wider family fold. We also revisit striking comments from Sarah Ferguson’s late mother Susan Barrantes about the York separation and the threa...

Speculation grows over a possible rift between the Princess of Wales and her sister Pippa, following notable absences during a difficult year for Kate and renewed scrutiny of the Middleton family dynamic. We also examine claims that Kate’s striking tiara choice at a recent State Banquet was a calculated signal of her future role, sparking reported friction with Queen Camilla as Prince William quietly reshapes the monarchy’s direction. Plus, William’s latest comments on green spaces and mental ...

A Daily Mail columnist recounts her deeply personal account of standing beside Thomas Markle during a medical crisis, as his long-awaited letter from Meghan finally arrives under extraordinary circumstances. We examine the claims, the response from Meghan’s representatives, and the growing legal and PR tension surrounding the moment. Plus, public relations experts question the future of With Love, Meghan, debate whether the Sussexes should lean fully into Hollywood life, and weigh in on what Me...

Meghan Markle is back in the satirical firing line as Spitting Image mocks her As Ever marmalade as “woke,” with a Paddington-style bear warning she is “on my turf now.” Meanwhile, mixed reporting fuels the usual “are they going back” drama: one set of sources claims Meghan would only consider a UK return “for the right price,” while Rob Shuter insists she has “zero intention” of moving the children back across the Atlantic. Megyn Kelly piles on with fresh criticism of the Sussexes’ post-royal b...

Meghan Markle is reported to have deleted Thomas Markle’s phone number and has no plans to visit him as he recovers in a Philippine hospital following a leg amputation, despite a letter said to have been hand delivered to him this week. Sources question why she will not call, while Page Six claims she has no trip planned, as the Sussexes prepare for a Montecito Christmas and an overseas New Year’s getaway. Meanwhile, Prince Andrew is stripped of his final remaining military rank, formally demote...

The Daily Mail’s Richard Eden reports on “Project Thaw,” a supposed effort to soften the Sussex freeze, with Harry’s security review framed as part of a wider plan that could include UK schooling for the children—prompting a pointed response from royal insider Deep Crown about the logistics and emotional reality. New claims also swirl about tension between Queen Camilla and Catherine over whether Harry deserves any path back, while separate reporting suggests Kate’s friendship with Sarah Ferguso...

Harry's Colbert appearance crashes spectacularly—audience BOOS him after Trump "elected a king" joke. PR expert: "The jokes land like a man reminding you of punchline that expired three years ago." Deep Crown: "There's a desperation now that wasn't there even a year ago. He's become a man arguing with institution that's simply moved on without him." Meghan's Netflix holiday special opens to ZERO PERCENT on Rotten Tomatoes—critics call it "unfathomable," "quite mad and a little bit sad," Daily Ma...

King Charles and Queen Camilla have been invited to Washington, DC for a State Visit in April at President Trump’s request, though the King’s health may determine whether he travels. William and Kate are expected to visit the United States in July for America’s 250th anniversary, while Harry and Meghan are not expected to take part in any commemorations. Questions are again being asked about royal finances as scrutiny turns to Prince Edward’s long-term lease of Bagshot Park. Charles donates £50,...

King Charles the Third delivers his most hopeful health update since announcing his cancer diagnosis in early 2024, revealing in a prerecorded video message that his doctors will reduce the intensity of his treatment schedule in the new year. The Palace stresses he did not say he is cancer-free and did not disclose the type of cancer, describing the next stage as a “precautionary phase” after what it calls an “exceptionally” strong response to treatment. Our royal insider Deep Crown reads the Pa...

Prince Andrew makes a rare public appearance for granddaughter Athena’s christening at Saint James’s Palace, arriving discreetly and separately from Sarah Ferguson, with Eugenie, Jack Brooksbank and even James Blunt among the guests. Meanwhile, Archewell attaches itself to Cookie Queens, a Girl Scouts documentary heading to Sundance 2026, as Meghan’s former Girl Scout ties are highlighted in the announcement. The weekend’s Sussex chatter continues with fresh commentary on Meghan and Thomas Markl...

On Saturday wevel be sharing epsiodes of Crown and Controvery's first season. You can listen to Season 2 in the Crown and Controversy feed AND you may also like Crown and Controversy: Norway. William and Kate embark on their first major royal tour to Canada and California, where Kate faces intense global scrutiny as she debuts on the international stage. The new Duchess's natural warmth and impeccable fashion choices win over crowds from Ottawa to Los Angeles, while palace officials monitor her...

Royal fans grumble over the King’s 2025 Christmas card, complaining that a photo taken in the spring “doesn’t feel Christmassy.” Meanwhile, supporters are delighted to learn they can send cards to the Royal Family — and often receive one in return. William and Harry may both attend the 2026 World Cup in the United States as the next transatlantic royal showdown brews. William joins Kate’s cold-water swimming routine, admitting he “does a lot of yelling” during plunges. Visitors to Windsor Great ...

Family tensions rise as Andrew and Sarah Ferguson prepare to attend the christening of granddaughter Athena — their first major royal gathering since Andrew lost his titles. Beatrice is said to be “worried” about her father’s fragile mental state, even as relations remain strained. William pays tribute to conservation legend Iain Douglas-Hamilton, then celebrates twenty years with Centrepoint. Kate reportedly takes full control of her royal wardrobe for the first time. Harry faces warnings over ...

Royal experts say Meghan’s Holiday Special is less “family and service” and more “boho lifestyle princess rebrand,” dropping the Sussexes right in the path of Kate’s faith-driven carol service and the King’s traditional message. We break down every heavily curated moment: the love-note advent calendars, Doria’s gumbo, Harry’s “anti-salad” face, the tribute to late beagle Guy and Meghan’s hyper-personalized crackers that accidentally get British tradition wrong. Then The Washington Post’s Monica ...