Episodes

Prince William channels Diana at Christ the Redeemer, hugs babies, rides rickshaws, and teams up with Leonardo DiCaprio to save the planet—while Harry is accused of timing his own event to upstage him. The future King’s Brazil trip is all about image rehab for the Firm after the Andrew fiasco, and even Charles is cracking jokes again. Hear our new show "Crown and Controversy: Prince Andrew" here. Check out "Palace Intrigue Presents: King WIlliam" here. 👑 Follow our hit series Crown and Controv...

The BBC’s Panorama revives the Epstein scandal with unseen Virginia Giuffre footage as King Charles lets Andrew keep his Falklands medal—but the disgraced royal might soon be cashing in his trinkets and queuing for a £9K pension. Plus, new revelations from his California “Twit of the Year” tour prove he’s been a royal mess for decades. Hear our new show "Crown and Controversy: Prince Andrew" here. Check out "Palace Intrigue Presents: King WIlliam" here. 👑 Follow our hit series Crown and Contro...

In Brazil, William leans into sport and climate, from Copacabana volleys to Earthshot’s halfway-point message of “urgent optimism.” Back home, the Wales family shifts to Forest Lodge after a difficult run at Adelaide Cottage, we explain how the Crown Estate actually works, note Harry’s curiously timed overlapping Toronto schedule, and wrap with Sir David Beckham’s proud day at Windsor Castle. Hear our new show "Crown and Controversy: Prince Andrew" here. Check out "Palace Intrigue Presents: Kin...

Newly unearthed BBC footage of Virginia Giuffre recounting her encounters with Andrew Mountbatten Windsor airs tonight, reigniting scrutiny of his ties to Jeffrey Epstein. Buckingham Palace has now wiped Andrew’s biography from the royal website, fresh revelations link him to a cryptocurrency deal involving Sarah Ferguson, and insiders say his Royal Lodge payout may vanish amid disrepair claims. Experts warn this scandal marks a turning point for the monarchy — even as Ghislaine Maxwell’s biza...

Meghan Markle’s latest video has fans rolling their eyes — and Harry looking like he’d rather be anywhere else. The Duchess celebrated the Dodgers’ World Series win with a perfectly framed home-theatre video that viewers called “staged,” while a clearly unamused Prince Harry barely moved from the couch. As critics accuse her of turning private moments into PR content, new reports say Meghan’s staff turnover has hit twenty-three departures since 2018. Even Harry’s patience is reportedly wearing t...

A bombshell royal biography reveals that poppers, condoms, and drugs were found after a Sandringham party Prince Andrew threw for Ghislaine Maxwell — the same “straightforward shooting weekend” he defended in his infamous Newsnight interview. As King Charles strips his brother of his final military title, reports say the Queen once stood by her son even as advisers begged her not to. Broadcaster Jeremy Vine calls Andrew “buried alive,” while insiders fear the FBI could come calling next. Plus, Q...

Royal watchers say Catherine’s quiet influence is reshaping the monarchy as long-simmering tensions with Andrew come into focus—rooted, insiders claim, in his jealousy and early rudeness toward the future Princess of Wales. We cover the Waleses’ legal victory over Paris Match, Jonathan Dimbleby’s blunt take on the King’s decision, the Royal Lodge repayment math, signs of activity at Frogmore Cottage, and what Andrew’s next chapter may look like—right down to that Pizza Express near Sandringham. ...

The walls are closing in on Andrew Mountbatten Windsor. After being stripped of his royal titles and style of “Prince,” the disgraced Duke now faces renewed calls for a full police investigation into his ties to Jeffrey Epstein — and a fresh move from King Charles to remove his last remaining honour: his Vice Admiral rank in the Royal Navy. Hear our new show "Crown and Controversy: Prince Andrew here. Former prosecutor Nazir Afzal says “this matter hasn’t been investigated, never mind taken an...

King Charles strips Prince Andrew of all titles and evicts him from Royal Lodge in the most consequential royal action in decades. Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor will move to Sandringham as William's ruthless efficiency ends his father's three-year struggle. Plus: Meghan's holiday collection launches, her tenth publicist departs, and the Markus Anderson question persists. Check out "Palace Intrigue Presents: King WIlliam" here. 👑 Follow our hit series Crown and Controversy! Season 1 is fully avail...

Princess Eugenie skipped a “highly fraught” Royal Lodge summit while Princess Beatrice left looking shaken, as the York sisters quietly reassess their roles amid their father’s crisis. Commentators say Christmas optics matter, but warn working-royal futures are doubtful; Jennie Bond asks whether the sisters now question “why both he and their mother continued an association with a convicted sex offender for so long,” and Ingrid Seward floats giving up titles to “make their own way.” Tessa Dunlop...

Royal insiders say it wasn’t just the King’s hand behind Andrew’s downfall — it was William’s. The Prince of Wales reportedly pushed his father to act, cutting through years of indecision and cleaning up what sources call “his father’s mess.” We explore claims that William is now “King in all but name,” the long-simmering family tension over Andrew’s presence at Sandringham, and whether this marks the real passing of royal power from father to son. Check out "Palace Intrigue Presents: King WIll...

A website claims the Palace is sketching contingency plans in case of a Sussex split, with talk of a structured settlement and tight NDAs — a claim our Royal Insider pushes back on by stressing Harry’s determination to keep his family together. Commentators suggest Meghan’s enthusiasm for her lifestyle venture has cooled after a downgraded Netflix deal; others warn Andrew’s saga risks pulling down the late Queen’s reputation. Theologians ponder whether a less religious William could reshape the...

On Saturday we'll be sharing epsiodes of Crown and Controvery's first season. You can listen to the rest of Seaosn 1 and Season 2 in the Crown and Controversy feed AND you may also like Crown and Controversy: Norway. Kate faces the daunting challenge of mastering centuries of royal traditions and complex etiquette. The Queen arranges private lessons for the future princess, personally guiding her through the intricacies of court life. Palace aides create an intensive crash course covering every...

King Charles has taken the most dramatic step of his reign — formally stripping Prince Andrew of his titles, honours, and home. Now simply Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, he’s been ordered to surrender Royal Lodge and begin a lonely new life in exile. The Palace calls it “necessary,” the press calls it “historic,” and Andrew’s critics call it long overdue. We’ll look at the full fallout, the press reaction, and the emotional statement from Virginia Giuffre’s family calling it a victory for survivors...

Reports paint Andrew’s days at Royal Lodge as late starts, war films, golf and Call of Duty on a wall-sized TV, with rare rides out and growing loneliness. Friends say Sarah Ferguson faces “nowhere to go, and no one to go with” if the Lodge era ends. A Scottish refuge offer at Carbisdale Castle has been withdrawn after threats; talk of “exile” to the Castle of Mey persists, though commentators say Frogmore or even Abu Dhabi is likelier. Then a tech hiccup: Andrew’s defunct website briefly reappe...

Harry and Meghan, who left the UK for privacy, turned up in the front row at Dodger Stadium for Game Four — cue caps, cameras, and a 6–1 loss for L.A. Meghan’s pumpkin-patch reel vanished amid privacy concerns after viewers spotted the children in the background, reigniting chatter about longtime confidant Markus Anderson. OK! reports Meghan is prepared to “go it alone” with As Ever, while a flurry of briefings says Prince William plans to formally strip Prince Andrew of the Duke of York title...

Meghan Markle’s big “Save the Date” reveal turned out to be the launch of her first As Ever holiday collection — a mix of candles, California honey, fruit spreads, mulling spices, and a limited-edition Napa Valley sparkling wine. She also popped up in Town & Country as an interviewer, spotlighting a teen wildfire survivor, and shared a polished pumpkin patch video featuring Harry, the kids, her mother Doria, and longtime friend Markus Anderson — whom the tabloids still can’t stop calling her “se...

It’s “Save the Date” day for Meghan Markle — but what exactly are we saving it for? The Duchess of Sussex dropped a sleek new As Ever teaser, sparking buzz about another lifestyle launch, while Nobody Wants This slipped in a cheeky joke about her and Harry’s royal romance. Meanwhile, reports claim Harry’s urging Meghan to slow down amid fears of burnout — and, in a twist that feels all too familiar, she’s just lost her tenth publicist. From orchards to Hollywood punchlines, it’s another eventful...

A fresh report suggests King William could move swiftly to tighten royal styles and titles when his reign begins—fueling talk the Sussex dukedom and HRHs may be formally revoked. Biographer Andrew Morton, meanwhile, says Andrew remains a lingering headache for the Palace and doubts any near-term Harry-William reconciliation, despite the long shadow it casts over the modern monarchy. Check out "Palace Intrigue Presents: King WIlliam" here. 👑 Follow our hit series Crown and Controversy! Season 1...

This week brought an avalanche of Prince Andrew revelations that dominated royal headlines. We break down Virginia Giuffre's explosive memoir "Nobody's Girl" with its shocking allegations, the Metropolitan Police investigation into Andrew's attempts to dig up dirt on his accuser, and excerpts from a new biography revealing his appalling treatment of staff and dangerous driving habits. Plus: Why hasn't Andrew paid real rent on Royal Lodge in over 20 years? Will the U.S. Congress call him to testi...

Insiders say Meghan may be prepping a makeup line under As Ever after a flurry of influencer-style posts and a high-profile dinner with mogul Emma Grede. PR pros see momentum—but also warn about brand cohesion after a social-media typo gaffe and shifting lanes. Meanwhile, reports point to a potential Harper’s Bazaar cover and a renewed push to reset relationships across fashion media. Check out "Palace Intrigue Presents: King WIlliam" here. 👑 Follow our hit series Crown and Controversy! Season...

Columnists and correspondents weigh in on what Andrew’s loss of styles really changes—and what it doesn’t—amid reports of a long-standing Abu Dhabi residence and a Royal Lodge lease that runs to 2078. Also today: Pride and Prejudice and Emma editions with deep royal ties go on public display at Windsor Castle in a limited run. Check out "Palace Intrigue Presents: King WIlliam" here. 👑 Follow our hit series Crown and Controversy! Season 1 is fully available now for everyone. Season 2 has new ep...

On Saturday we'll be sharing epsiodes of Crown and Controvery's first season. You can listen to the rest of Seaosn 1 and Season 2 in the Crown and Controversy feed AND you may also like Crown and Controversy: Norway. With less than six months to plan the wedding of the century, Kate works closely with designer Sarah Burton on a dress that must balance tradition with modernity. Meanwhile, William and Harry's brotherly bond deepens as they navigate the emotional preparations, sharing memories of ...

A historic first as King Charles and Queen Camilla join Pope Leo XIV for an ecumenical service inside the Sistine Chapel, before a second ceremony at St. Paul Outside the Walls. Plus: Prince Harry co-signs an open letter calling for a halt to “AI superintelligence,” and Prince Andrew faces new scrutiny—from explosive book claims to questions over his peppercorn rent at Royal Lodge, reported China meetings, and talk of a US invitation to testify. Check out "Palace Intrigue Presents: King WIlliam...