Palace Intrigue: A daily Royal Family podcast

Prince William prepares for a high-profile red carpet appearance with Tom Cruise while new reports claim King Charles wants answers about Harry's long-term plans in Britain. Plus, renewed questions over the Sussexes' royal status, Meghan's family video sparks debate, and claims Harry and Meghan are considering challenging the Palace's "private citizens" description.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/palace-intrigue-harry-meghan-the-crown-royal-family-news-and-gossip--4522904/support.Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.

Prince Harry reportedly believes King Charles's recent Palace letter helped trigger Uganda's withdrawal from the 2027 Invictus Games. We examine the claims, reaction from royal commentators, Harry's upcoming Invictus Spirit Awards appearance, questions over his return to Britain, Sarah Ferguson's reported bid for a meeting with the King, and the bizarre dispute over Charles's Hungarian horses.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/palace-intrigue-harry-meghan-the-crown-royal-family-news-and-gossip--4522904/support.Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.

How did Meghan Markle's phone number reportedly end up circulating online? Screenshots said to come from a school parents' WhatsApp group have raised fresh privacy concerns after Prince Harry and Meghan moved Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet to another school.What went wrong on the Sussex school run? ITV's Chris Ship reports that heavy traffic separated the family's vehicle from its private security escort. Could a less conspicuous approach have worked—and why are former royal protection officers questioning the arrangements?Plus, four copies of Earl Spencer's forthcoming Princess Diana memoir, Swan Song: Diana, My Sister, have reportedly been stolen from a delivery truck. Was the tightly guarded book deliberately targeted?We also examine reports that King Charles, Prince William and Princess Catherine could seek a face-to-face meeting with Harry to discuss his future in Britain. What assurances would William want? Meanwhile, William and Kate visit the Isle of Bute as Harry prepares for an Invictus appearance, and the Prince of Wales calls for “urgent optimism” ahead of the Earthshot Prize in Mumbai.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/palace-intrigue-harry-meghan-the-crown-royal-family-news-and-gossip--4522904/support.Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.

Q new celebrity gossip report claims Taylor Swift is furious after comments about her wedding guest list, and Meghan Markle unexpectedly finds herself pulled into the story. Plus, Harry and Meghan's final Montecito days, questions over the future of their California mansion, explosive new Radar claims about Queen Camilla and Harry, fresh scrutiny of Prince Andrew, and reports that Sarah Ferguson has quietly taken refuge in Portugal.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/palace-intrigue-harry-meghan-the-crown-royal-family-news-and-gossip--4522904/support.Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.

Why did Prince Harry and Meghan Markle move Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet to another school just two days into the new term? The Sussexes say security concerns surrounding the school commute forced the decision, despite the children enjoying their original school.What made the school run difficult to protect? Will new RAVEC risk assessments change Harry and Meghan's UK security arrangements? And is it fair to compare their situation with Prince William and Princess Catherine, who receive official police protection?We examine the school change, reports of interim security provision and criticism of Meghan's countryside Instagram footage over possible location clues. Plus, Meghan celebrates Harry's 42nd birthday with family photographs, Lilibet reportedly learns Mahjong, and King Charles is said to be asking Princess Anne and Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh, to help repair the relationship between William and Harry.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/palace-intrigue-harry-meghan-the-crown-royal-family-news-and-gossip--4522904/support.Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.

A planned Diana Award gala reportedly falls apart amid fresh speculation about William, Harry and Meghan. We sort through the conflicting reports, look at Earl Spencer's deeply personal new Diana book, claims Harry is developing a documentary for the Princess's thirtieth anniversary, and why royal commentators believe William and Harry may ultimately have to reunite.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/palace-intrigue-harry-meghan-the-crown-royal-family-news-and-gossip--4522904/support.Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.

Prince Harry celebrates his forty-second birthday, but all eyes are on whether King Charles and the Royal Family will publicly acknowledge the occasion. We examine the growing speculation, a new Saturday Night Live UK parody of the Sussexes, reports of Harry settling into life in Britain, Meghan's first planned trip back to California, and fresh criticism from Piers Morgan over the couple's return.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/palace-intrigue-harry-meghan-the-crown-royal-family-news-and-gossip--4522904/support.Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.

Why have King Charles III and Prince Harry reportedly stopped speaking directly? A new report claims their weekly telephone calls ended after a heated dispute over Buckingham Palace's formal reminder that Harry and Meghan Markle are private citizens—not working royals and not representatives of the King.Has Harry returned to Britain angrier than ever? Are the Sussexes attempting to maintain a “quasi-royal” public life through charity appearances and unofficial international tours? And why does the Palace believe it must draw a clear line between Harry's private work and official Royal Family duties?We also examine Harry's first major British appearances since returning, including the WellChild Awards, the Invictus Spirit Awards and the launch of INSPIRE. Why is he immediately traveling to New York for the Clinton Global Initiative—and will Meghan join him?Plus, Harry and Meghan's children have entered the British school system without a single photograph emerging. After years of warnings about privacy, security and life in a “zoo,” does the silence prove that an ordinary British school run was possible after all?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/palace-intrigue-harry-meghan-the-crown-royal-family-news-and-gossip--4522904/support.Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.

What will happen to Queen Camilla when Prince William becomes King? A new report claims Camilla is trying to improve her relationship with Catherine, Princess of Wales, because she fears losing her royal role, patronages and privileges after King Charles III's reign ends. Could Kate become Camilla's best hope of influencing William—and are old tensions between the two women finally being set aside?Meanwhile, Catherine returns to the Royal Marsden Hospital to thank the team who treated her for cancer and support a new holistic recovery center. Why did nature, nutrition and therapeutic care matter during Kate's treatment? We also examine her surprise appearance with Prince William, the headlines surrounding her lighter hair and their first official visit to the Isle of Bute.Plus, could King Charles revive Queen Elizabeth II's private Eton tradition by inviting Prince George to Windsor for afternoon tea—and quietly begin preparing his grandson to become King?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/palace-intrigue-harry-meghan-the-crown-royal-family-news-and-gossip--4522904/support.Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.

THE KING PUT IT IN WRITING: HARRY AND MEGHAN ARE 'PRIVATE CITIZENS' — AND UGANDA QUIT THE INVICTUS GAMES WITHIN 48 HOURSMark Francis on the week a line got drawn in an official document. At the King's direction, the Lord Chamberlain wrote to senior stakeholders across government, the military and the Lord-Lieutenancies confirming the Sussexes remain private individuals rather than working royals, and that their charitable work is undertaken privately. Two days later Uganda's defence chief withdrew the country from the Invictus Games rather than back anything without "His Majesty's approval." A source close to Harry and Meghan called it "clearly a consequence" of guidance "rushed out without consultation." Plus: Prince George starts at Eton.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/palace-intrigue-harry-meghan-the-crown-royal-family-news-and-gossip--4522904/support.Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.

Who is Princess Sophie of Liechtenstein, and why do some historians say she could one day inherit the centuries-old Jacobite claim to the British throne? We explain the remarkable alternative royal succession that begins with King James II, passes through Bonnie Prince Charlie, and today runs through the Duke of Bavaria toward the Liechtenstein royal family. Plus, why Liechtenstein has just changed its succession laws, how Britain's rules differ, Prince Edward's remarkable rise from overlooked royal to one of the monarchy's most popular figures, and the surprising story of the "two wives" comment from his former girlfriend.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/palace-intrigue-harry-meghan-the-crown-royal-family-news-and-gossip--4522904/support.Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.

Kate Middleton is inspiring a new “royal bronde” beauty trend as experts discuss the intense pressure placed on the Princess of Wales to appear perfect. Plus, Radar Online claims Kate and Queen Camilla played major roles behind the scenes in distancing the monarchy from Andrew, Princess Charlotte is reportedly playing competitive netball, Prince Edward could become a key adviser to King William, Sophie becomes patron of Visualise Scotland, and King Charles finds comfort among the rescue hens at Highgrove's “Cluckingham Palace.”Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/palace-intrigue-harry-meghan-the-crown-royal-family-news-and-gossip--4522904/support.Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.

The Windsor recording studio is ready, Michelle Obama arrives, and Catherine sits down for the most anticipated royal interview in decades. The conversation about early childhood development and public service exceeds every expectation, generating global downloads and critical acclaim that the memoir publicity machine will struggle to compete with. But Harry's visit concludes with a private meeting between brothers that leaves William asking a single bitter question: has it leaked to People Magazine yet?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/palace-intrigue-harry-meghan-the-crown-royal-family-news-and-gossip--4522904/support.Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.

Reports claim Prince Harry is developing a major documentary marking the thirtieth anniversary of Princess Diana's death, while speculation swirls over Meghan's possible involvement—and why Prince William might object. Plus: rumors of BBC projects, Meghan responds to "Eggxit" jokes, opinion writers debate whether Harry should apologize to William, and the BBC defends its extensive coverage of the Sussexes' return to Britain.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/palace-intrigue-harry-meghan-the-crown-royal-family-news-and-gossip--4522904/support.Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.

On the anniversary of September eleventh, we remember Queen Elizabeth II's extraordinary gesture of solidarity with America and the Royal Family's lasting connection to the victims and survivors. Plus: Uganda unexpectedly withdraws from the Invictus Games after backing King Charles, fresh reports claim Harry still hopes for a royal role while Meghan does not, and a rare Telegraph column argues it's time Britain eased up on the Sussexes.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/palace-intrigue-harry-meghan-the-crown-royal-family-news-and-gossip--4522904/support.Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.

Harry and Meghan reportedly object to being described as "private citizens" after King Charles' latest clarification of their royal status, while new reports question the timing of the Palace's announcement ahead of security discussions. Plus: claims that Prince William is furious over Harry's return, King Charles convenes global AI leaders, Windsor Great Park issues a deer warning, and Meghan's latest As Ever post gets the royal treatment.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/palace-intrigue-harry-meghan-the-crown-royal-family-news-and-gossip--4522904/support.Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.

Prince William and Princess Anne join royals from across Europe in Oslo for King Harald V's state funeral, as Norway bids farewell to its beloved monarch. Meanwhile, new reports claim Prince Harry has finally spoken with King Charles since returning to Britain, conflicting with earlier accounts. Plus: fresh questions about Meghan and The Gentlemen, Sarah Ferguson reportedly considers a Jeffrey Epstein interview, and new controversy over her latest comeback plans.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/palace-intrigue-harry-meghan-the-crown-royal-family-news-and-gossip--4522904/support.Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.

King Harald V has been laid to rest after an emotional day of national mourning in Oslo. Here's the complete timeline of Norway's royal farewell—from the military procession through the capital and the state funeral at Oslo Cathedral to the private burial at Akershus Fortress and the first major public appearance of King Haakon VIII as Norway's new monarch. We cover Prince William representing King Charles, Princess Anne's personal role as Haakon's godmother, Queen Sonja's moving tribute, the attendance of Europe's royal families, the military honors, the F-35 missing man flypast, the significance of Marius Borg Høiby's appearance, and how Norway marked the end of King Harald's remarkable 35-year reign with the beginning of a new royal era.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/palace-intrigue-harry-meghan-the-crown-royal-family-news-and-gossip--4522904/support.Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.

New reports claim Prince William plans to keep his distance from Harry and Meghan despite their return to Britain, with sources describing the brothers' relationship as “so broken” and saying there has been “no movement” toward reconciliation. Meanwhile, Meghan reportedly wants peace with Catherine—but not if it means “groveling”—while Tom Sykes blasts the Sussexes' secretive media strategy as “Kafkaesque absurdity.” Plus, a rumored Beyoncé snub, Jessica Mulroney's new lifestyle venture, Harry prepares for a charity skydive, a mysterious visit to a London recording studio, and Piers Morgan inevitably weighs in.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/palace-intrigue-harry-meghan-the-crown-royal-family-news-and-gossip--4522904/support.Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.

Donald Trump delivers his harshest assessment yet of Harry and Meghan's return to Britain, saying the couple treated the Royal Family with “great disrespect” and that, if he were King Charles, he would have “never spoken to him again.” Meanwhile, a new report claims Harry and Charles still haven't spoken since the Sussexes moved back, despite Harry's public calls for reconciliation. Plus, Trump shares a misleadingly edited video involving Charles, the Sussexes face new security concerns over the school run, their permanent home search could take eighteen months, and Harry reportedly begins taking a softer approach toward the British media.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/palace-intrigue-harry-meghan-the-crown-royal-family-news-and-gossip--4522904/support.Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.

Norway will hold the funeral of King Harald the Fifth in Oslo, with a full day of royal ceremony, military processions and national mourning. Here's what you need to know about the funeral route from the Royal Palace to Oslo Cathedral and Akershus Fortress, the three thousand five hundred military personnel involved, the security operation, the royal burial, and the balcony appearance expected from King Haakon the Eighth, Queen Mette-Marit, Queen Sonja, Princess Ingrid Alexandra and Prince Sverre Magnus.We also look at the international royal guest list, including Prince William representing King Charles, Princess Anne attending as King Haakon's godmother, and monarchs from Sweden, Denmark, Belgium, the Netherlands, Spain and beyond. Plus: why Queen Margrethe will miss the service, how Norway is handling security in central Oslo, and what happens next as the Norwegian Royal Family enters a month of official mourning following King Harald's death.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/palace-intrigue-harry-meghan-the-crown-royal-family-news-and-gossip--4522904/support.Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.

Prince George begins a major new chapter at Eton College, following in the footsteps of Prince William and Prince Harry—but his first day is quickly overshadowed by a blunt reminder from King Charles that Harry and Meghan are not working royals. The Sussexes say they were surprised by how the guidance was released, while palace sources insist their team received it in advance. Plus, Prince William prepares to represent the King at King Harald the Fifth's funeral in Norway, Meghan pays tribute to Gloria Steinem, social media critics seize on one of her photographs, and new sightings at Soho Farmhouse fuel speculation about the Sussexes' life in the Cotswolds.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/palace-intrigue-harry-meghan-the-crown-royal-family-news-and-gossip--4522904/support.Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.

Harry and Meghan's return to Britain fuels another wave of royal reaction, with Camilla Tominey arguing the Sussexes must choose between embracing their Windsor connections and continuing their grievances against the monarchy. Sarah Vine declares Queen Camilla, Princess Catherine, Duchess Sophie and Princess Anne the Royal Family's new “Fab Four,” while a PR expert offers Harry and Meghan some striking advice: come home quietly and let Britain get bored with them. Plus, Meghan's reported feud with Victoria Beckham, claims Princess Eugenie is wary of mixing friendship with Meghan's business interests, criticism of the Sussexes' campaigning, and questions about whether Sarah Ferguson knew about their return before the public did.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/palace-intrigue-harry-meghan-the-crown-royal-family-news-and-gossip--4522904/support.Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.

Prince George begins a major new chapter at Eton College, putting Prince William's carefully cultivated image as a modern, relatable future King under fresh scrutiny. At the same time, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet are reportedly starting school in Britain, with parents reminded of strict rules protecting children from photographs, social media posts and unwanted attention as Meghan's concerns about the school run resurface. Plus, questions are raised about Queen Camilla's sister receiving consultancy work from the King's Foundation, the monarchy's core public funding is set to rise to nearly one hundred million pounds, and one financial expert calculates that Harry and Meghan's UK return could potentially generate millions in British taxes.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/palace-intrigue-harry-meghan-the-crown-royal-family-news-and-gossip--4522904/support.Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.

Meghan Markle's return to Britain could reportedly put her back into the same social orbit as former friend Victoria Beckham, with claims their relationship remains deeply strained years after the Sussex-Beckham falling-out. Meanwhile, another report claims Harry and Meghan abandoned plans for a star-studded California farewell party after celebrity friends proved difficult to pin down. We also look at whether the Sussexes will avoid a potentially explosive Sandringham Christmas by returning to California with Doria Ragland, what could happen to their forty-million-dollar Montecito mansion, Meghan's reported demands for a nine-bedroom UK home and studio, and warnings that her return could eventually produce another royal tell-all.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/palace-intrigue-harry-meghan-the-crown-royal-family-news-and-gossip--4522904/support.Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.

Extraordinary new rumors claim King Charles has cut Prince William out of his personal will and could leave an estimated two-billion-dollar fortune to Prince Harry instead,  although the dramatic claim comes entirely from unnamed sources. Meanwhile, Heat reports William is threatening to skip Christmas at Sandringham if Harry and Meghan are invited, with the Prince of Wales allegedly saying he would rather stay away than pretend the family feud is over. Plus, Sarah Vine unloads on Harry's return, new claims suggest Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie have moved away from the Sussexes, and another European royal wedding is on the way with Prince Georg of Liechtenstein's engagement.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/palace-intrigue-harry-meghan-the-crown-royal-family-news-and-gossip--4522904/support.Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.

NINE BEDROOMS AND NO PUBLIC FOOTPATHS: INSIDE THE SUSSEX HOUSE HUNT — AND THE POWER HARRY HAS WITHOUT A TITLEMark Francis on a week when a man with no royal role became the most disruptive force in the family. Harry and Meghan are staying indefinitely at a wealthy friend's empty house on the edge of the Cotswolds while they hunt for a permanent home; three sources say nothing has been signed on the £12 million property reported elsewhere. The brief: nine bedrooms, room for a film studio, extensive grounds and no public rights of way. Plus: why William still won't be in the same room, what Princess Anne has reportedly told both nephews, and Deep Crown's rankings placing Harry second.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/palace-intrigue-harry-meghan-the-crown-royal-family-news-and-gossip--4522904/support.Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.

Prince Harry's security battle takes a serious new turn amid reports his lawyers accused the head of the royal protection committee of failing to pass along information about an al Qaeda threat against him. Former senior police officials argue Harry's threat level remains substantial and question why he does not receive the protection afforded to other high-profile figures, even as critics mock the Sussexes for returning to a country Harry previously described as unsafe for his family. We examine the reported terrorist threats, the latest RAVEC assessment and what Harry and Meghan's return means for their protection. Plus, Lady Louise Windsor's relationship with Felix da Silva-Clamp appears increasingly serious as speculation grows that King William could eventually ask her to become a working royal.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/palace-intrigue-harry-meghan-the-crown-royal-family-news-and-gossip--4522904/support.Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.

Prince Harry's return to Britain could fundamentally change his feud with Prince William as both brothers compete — intentionally or otherwise — for their place in Princess Diana's legacy. With Harry expected at the Diana Award and William reportedly staying away, commentators warn that Harry can increasingly present himself as the brother willing to reconcile while William risks becoming the brother who refuses to show up. Princess Anne is reportedly trying to end the feud, Princess Catherine is said to worry about its effect on William, and a future Spencer family wedding could finally put the brothers in the same room. Plus, Thomas Markle reacts to Meghan leaving America without his ever having met Archie and Lilibet.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/palace-intrigue-harry-meghan-the-crown-royal-family-news-and-gossip--4522904/support.Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.

As Harry's plane touches down at Heathrow, Mike and Zara Tindall make their debut as working royals with a children's sports initiative in Cardiff. Their natural warmth and authentic engagement generate exactly the kind of positive coverage the monarchy has been desperate for, while Harry's mysterious silence in London creates a competing narrative that the palace watches with growing unease.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/palace-intrigue-harry-meghan-the-crown-royal-family-news-and-gossip--4522904/support.Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.

A new idea for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's life in Britain is emerging: “private royals plus,” with the Sussexes remaining non-working royals while potentially joining King Charles and the family for occasions such as Christmas at Sandringham. But Prince William and Princess Catherine may present the biggest obstacle. Royal insiders also warn that Harry and Meghan's UK appearances will now require greater coordination with Buckingham Palace, while critics demand strict boundaries preventing any revival of the old half-in, half-out model. Plus, Mark Dolan attacks the Sussexes' latest reinvention, speculation continues about Meghan's acting future and another possible book, and the New York Times asks whether America ever really needed actual royalty.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/palace-intrigue-harry-meghan-the-crown-royal-family-news-and-gossip--4522904/support.Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.

Prince William is reportedly deeply unsettled by Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's return to Britain, with sources claiming he sought assurances from King Charles that the Sussexes will not resume royal duties. Andrew Morton says Harry's physical presence in Britain puts new pressure on William to reconcile, while Royal Insider Deep Crown argues Harry has suddenly acquired a new kind of power simply by being back on royal territory. Plus, claims Charles may benefit from the Sussex headlines distracting from Andrew, reports of tension involving Queen Camilla and Princess Catherine, and a provocative argument that Harry and Meghan were once the Royal Family's greatest opportunity to modernize the monarchy.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/palace-intrigue-harry-meghan-the-crown-royal-family-news-and-gossip--4522904/support.Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.

It's a strange day in royal news. King Charles is losing Lieutenant Colonel Jonny Thompson — the famously photogenic senior equerry once declared “exceedingly handsome” by Martha Stewart — as he prepares to leave royal and military service. Prince William gets an equally unusual honor when Robert Irwin names a twelve-foot Australian crocodile after him, while Queen Camilla nearly lands a cameo on Only Murders in the Building. Plus, Harry and Meghan sharply deny reports they'll attend an upcoming Diana Award dinner, Meghan launches a new As Ever sparkling wine while taking heat over her suspiciously pristine gardening, and Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor faces a direct accusation from a U.S. congressman as reports suggest he's enjoying the French Riviera — and may even be shopping for a home there.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/palace-intrigue-harry-meghan-the-crown-royal-family-news-and-gossip--4522904/support.Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.

Reports say Prince William and Princess Catherine are determined to focus on their family, public roles and the future rather than Harry and Meghan's return to Britain. Plus, Catherine could join William for the Earthshot Prize in India, commentators debate whether Kate could ever trust Meghan again, fresh anonymous-source claims suggest tensions between William and King Charles over Harry and Andrew, Jennie Bond says any reconciliation ultimately depends on William, Camilla is suddenly said to be softening toward the Sussexes, and speculation resurfaces that Harry may want royal access for another book. Meanwhile, an Australian chef dismisses Meghan's MasterChef appearance and a former Royal Ballet dancer recalls his painfully awkward first meeting with Charles and Camilla.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/palace-intrigue-harry-meghan-the-crown-royal-family-news-and-gossip--4522904/support.Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are reportedly staying indefinitely at a wealthy friend's property while searching for a permanent British home, with Meghan said to want nine bedrooms and studio space and Harry prioritizing privacy and extensive grounds. Friends describe the move as “Finding Freedom 2” and say Archie and Lilibet's education and a more outdoors-focused childhood are central to the decision. But reports also claim Harry still expects an apology from the Royal Family and remains angry about the same issues that fueled Megxit. Plus, Meghan could make an early UK appearance at a Princess Diana event, while neighbors in Montecito offer a less-than-sentimental farewell to the Sussexes' California chapter.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/palace-intrigue-harry-meghan-the-crown-royal-family-news-and-gossip--4522904/support.Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.

Norway's new King Haakon the Eighth leads the Royal Family in mourning following the death of his father, King Harald the Fifth, at age eighty-nine. We have the full plans for King Harald's September ninth state funeral at Oslo Cathedral, the procession through Oslo and his burial at Akershus Fortress alongside his father and grandfather. Queen Mette-Marit misses a memorial service as she continues recovering from her lung transplant, while European royals prepare to travel to Norway for the funeral. Plus, King Haakon prepares for a defining moment of his new reign as he appears before the Storting to swear his constitutional Oath of Allegiance.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/palace-intrigue-harry-meghan-the-crown-royal-family-news-and-gossip--4522904/support.Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is reportedly relieved that Harry and Meghan's return has shifted attention away from his own troubles, while a new film prepares to dramatize the scandal surrounding him. Plus, Sarah Ferguson is said to be returning to Britain and considering a major television interview, Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie face fresh speculation over whether they should give up their titles, critics question Eugenie's tribute to Queen Elizabeth in her new baby's name, and we revisit the extraordinary story of King Charles reportedly erupting over David Beckham's private Buckingham Palace photographs.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/palace-intrigue-harry-meghan-the-crown-royal-family-news-and-gossip--4522904/support.Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.

A new claim says King Charles wanted Prince William to join his July reconciliation meeting with Prince Harry at Highgrove, but William refused — despite reportedly being only twenty minutes away. Plus, Harry and Meghan spend their final California weekend with friends and family before returning to Britain, reports suggest billionaire Ian Wace may be helping with the move, the Sussexes are said to be avoiding any clash with Prince George's first day at Eton, television insiders pour cold water on the idea that Meghan's acting career explains the relocation, and one columnist asks the obvious question: why don't the Duke and Duchess of Sussex actually move to Sussex?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/palace-intrigue-harry-meghan-the-crown-royal-family-news-and-gossip--4522904/support.Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.

Could Meghan Markle and Kim Kardashian be competing for a role in Guy Ritchie's The Gentlemen? Is Meghan genuinely returning to acting—or are both sides using the media to influence negotiations as the Netflix series launches its second season?Reports suggest Harry and Meghan may also be considering projects with the BBC and other British broadcasters. Could Prince Harry build his own television career? Richard Osman proposes putting him on The Wheel or creating a feel-good series called Harry's Special Forces, pairing the Duke with military veterans on community projects.Plus, does Gayle King know that Meghan's return may be temporary? Can the “old Harry” win back the British public? Could he eventually become a wingman to King William? And how much will it cost the Sussexes to maintain homes in Montecito, Portugal and Britain while paying for security, staff, international travel and Harry's legal obligations?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/palace-intrigue-harry-meghan-the-crown-royal-family-news-and-gossip--4522904/support.Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.

Is Meghan Markle truly moving back to Britain—or has she agreed only to a six-month experiment with an exit strategy? Harry and Meghan's representatives acknowledge that the Sussexes do not know whether their UK stay will last six months, one year or longer.We examine a new assessment of their California years: Which Sussex projects succeeded? Why did nothing match the enormous audience for Harry & Meghan? What happened to their Netflix, Spotify and As Ever partnerships—and how much money might the couple have personally retained from their entertainment deals?Plus, are Harry and Meghan returning to protect the royal titles and commercial value attached to Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet? Could King William remove those titles? And how will Queen Camilla handle Harry's return after he called her “dangerous” while promoting Spare?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/palace-intrigue-harry-meghan-the-crown-royal-family-news-and-gossip--4522904/support.Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.

Who is Norway's new king, and what happens to the Royal Family after the death of King Harald V? Crown Prince Haakon has become King Haakon VIII—but Norway will not hold a British-style coronation. Could the new king instead have a consecration ceremony at Nidaros Cathedral, and what royal traditions will mark the beginning of his reign?Princess Ingrid Alexandra, 22, is now Crown Princess and heir apparent. Could she become Norway's first reigning queen in more than 600 years? Why is she ahead of her younger brother, Prince Sverre Magnus, while Haakon inherited the throne ahead of his older sister, Princess Märtha Louise? And why is Marius Borg Høiby not included in Norway's line of succession?We explain the complete Norwegian succession, the shortage of working royals and the growing responsibilities facing Crown Princess Ingrid Alexandra. Plus, can King Haakon and Queen Mette-Marit stabilize a monarchy damaged by health concerns, the Marius Borg Høiby criminal case and the Jeffrey Epstein controversy? King Haakon has kept the royal motto “All for Norway”—but can he preserve the popularity and national trust built by his father?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/palace-intrigue-harry-meghan-the-crown-royal-family-news-and-gossip--4522904/support.Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.

HARRY AND MEGHAN ARE HOME — AND THE WEEK EVERYONE TRIED TO SELL A PIECE OF DIANAMark Francis on the week the rumour became a runway. The Sussexes flew privately into Birmingham before midday Wednesday with Archie, 7, and Lilibet, 5, and their dogs; the chickens stayed in Montecito. They'll live at a private property in the Cotswolds as non-working royals, with the children starting British schools next week. There was no visible police presence at the airport, and nobody will say who is paying for protection. Plus: twenty-nine years since Paris, Earl Spencer's memoir, a Reagan Library exhibition, and the costs order in the Daily Mail case.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/palace-intrigue-harry-meghan-the-crown-royal-family-news-and-gossip--4522904/support.Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.

Could the Spencer family provide Prince Harry, Meghan Markle, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet with the family network they have lost within the House of Windsor? We examine Harry's relationships with Earl Spencer, Lady Sarah McCorquodale, Lady Jane Fellowes and Diana's extended family—and why the Spencers may represent one of the few remaining bridges between Harry and Prince William.Princess Diana's niece Lady Eliza Spencer says she is delighted to have the Sussexes back in Britain. Could her approaching wedding bring both of Diana's sons together?Plus, a newly discovered letter reveals Diana's hope that William and Harry would learn to communicate “on a deep level.” Could the 30th anniversary of her death finally inspire a reconciliation—or has William decided that Harry belongs permanently in his past?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/palace-intrigue-harry-meghan-the-crown-royal-family-news-and-gossip--4522904/support.Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.

When and where will King Harald V's funeral take place? Will the service be held at Oslo Cathedral, and will Norway's late monarch be buried in the Royal Mausoleum at Akershus Fortress?As Norway prepares to say goodbye to its king, we examine the traditions, ceremonies and royal precedents likely to shape the coming days.What is the Norwegian sprinkling-of-earth ritual? Who designed the secret $2 million joint sarcophagus for King Harald and Queen Sonja? Why has its appearance remained hidden—and could it finally be revealed at the funeral?King Charles III leads an outpouring of international tributes, remembering Harald as a beloved relative and friend. We also hear from Sweden's King Carl XVI Gustaf, Denmark's King Frederik and Queen Mary, the Dutch, Spanish and Belgian royal families, NATO, the European Union, Ukraine and Pope Leo. Plus, what happens constitutionally after a Norwegian monarch dies—and why did Haakon become King Haakon VIII at the exact moment of his father's death?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/palace-intrigue-harry-meghan-the-crown-royal-family-news-and-gossip--4522904/support.Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.

What will Earl Spencer reveal about Princess Diana in his new memoir, Swan Song: Diana, My Sister? Which accepted stories does he consider untrue—and could his account reopen painful questions for King Charles III, Queen Camilla and the Royal Family?Published ahead of the 30th anniversary of Diana's death, the book promises Charles Spencer's personal account of his sister's childhood, marriage, extraordinary public life and the chaotic days following her death in Paris. Former BBC royal correspondent Jennie Bond believes it could become an important historical record, while biographer Tom Bower claims Spencer remains furious with Charles, unsympathetic toward Prince William and strongly supportive of Prince Harry.Plus, a major new Princess Diana exhibition is coming to California. What will be displayed at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library? How is Diana's famous John Travolta dress being reunited with Nancy Reagan's White House gown? And what do Diana's childhood clothes, handwritten letters, record collection and recreated spare wedding dress reveal about the woman behind the global icon?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/palace-intrigue-harry-meghan-the-crown-royal-family-news-and-gossip--4522904/support.Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.

The Villa Park photographs of a genuinely happy King go viral with overwhelming public approval. But even as William savors his successful rule-breaking, his secure phone delivers news that changes every calculation: Prince Harry is coming to London. Three days, a deliberately vague agenda, and a palace on high alert as William must decide whether to engage his brother as family or manage him as a media risk.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/palace-intrigue-harry-meghan-the-crown-royal-family-news-and-gossip--4522904/support.Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.

Did Meghan Markle borrow another lifestyle idea from Martha Stewart? Critics are comparing As Ever's blackberry loaf and jam-infused frosting with a recent Martha Stewart recipe—but is this genuine copying or simply another round of online Meghan criticism?We examine why the disappointing performance of Cookie Queens has revived questions about the Sussexes' commercial appeal. Can Harry and Meghan still turn enormous media attention into paying customers? Does Meghan have a visibility problem—or a perception problem that overwhelms every product, television program and film carrying her name?Plus: Why has Prince Harry stopped directing money from Princess Diana's memorial fund to Sentebale? Where is his share going now? Does Meghan believe both Harry and Prince William must apologize before the brothers reconcile? And why does former England rugby star Joe Marler remain firmly “Team Harry” despite the social-media backlash surrounding the Duke of Sussex?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/palace-intrigue-harry-meghan-the-crown-royal-family-news-and-gossip--4522904/support.Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.

Who was King Harald V of Norway, and why was he so loved by the Norwegian people? Norway's monarch has died at 89 after more than 35 years on the throne, bringing one of the longest and most consequential reigns in modern Norwegian history to an end. His son has immediately succeeded him as King Haakon VIII, while Princess Ingrid Alexandra is now heir to the throne.We look back at Harald's childhood exile during World War II, his nine-year fight to marry Queen Sonja, his three Olympic appearances and his determination to modernize the Norwegian monarchy without destabilizing it. How did King Harald respond to the 2011 Norway attacks? Why did he describe marrying for love as a human right? How did he handle the controversies involving Princess Märtha Louise, Durek Verrett and Crown Princess Mette-Marit's son Marius Borg Høiby?From his famous inclusive speech about Norwegian identity to his refusal to abdicate despite serious health problems, this is the full story of King Harald V's life, family, reign and legacy—and what his death means for Norway's Royal Family.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/palace-intrigue-harry-meghan-the-crown-royal-family-news-and-gossip--4522904/support.Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.

How much did Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's private flight back to Britain cost? What was its environmental impact—and where have the Duke and Duchess of Sussex taken Prince Archie, Princess Lilibet and their dogs after landing in Birmingham?New clues suggest the Sussexes may have settled near Chipping Norton in the northern Cotswolds, placing them close to King Charles III at Highgrove. How do local residents feel about Harry and Meghan becoming their neighbors—and could Sussex tourism create a Jeremy Clarkson-style traffic problem?Plus, Meghan faces criticism after As Ever continued promoting its new Spiced Apple Butter following Dolly Parton's death; a source makes new claims about the Duchess's difficulty hiring Montecito housekeepers; and King Charles announces a major Caribbean tour amid speculation about his health.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/palace-intrigue-harry-meghan-the-crown-royal-family-news-and-gossip--4522904/support.Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.

King Charles began his traditional Balmoral stay with a reunion with the famously unpredictable Shetland pony Corporal Cruachan, while one columnist wonders whether the Royal Family's enormous collection of barely used properties could eventually wind up on Airbnb. Plus, newlyweds Peter Phillips and Harriet Sperling make their Balmoral debut, a former royal chef recalls Prince Philip at the barbecue and Princess Anne in the kitchen, and we meet William and Harry's rarely discussed stepsister Laura Lopes — whose children haveBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/palace-intrigue-harry-meghan-the-crown-royal-family-news-and-gossip--4522904/support.Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.

King Harald V of Norway is in an “extremely serious” condition at Oslo University Hospital, with Queen Sonja, Crown Prince Haakon, Crown Princess Mette-Marit and other members of the Norwegian Royal Family gathering at his bedside. Crown Prince Haakon is serving as regent, while Norway's prime minister has cancelled foreign travel as concern grows over the eighty-nine-year-old monarch.We look at the latest on King Harald's health, his fifty-eight-year marriage to Queen Sonja, his thirty-five-year reign, Haakon's role as regent and what the eventual succession would mean for the Norwegian monarchy. We also examine the extraordinary challenges facing Crown Prince Haakon and Mette-Marit as Norway confronts the possibility of its first change of monarch since 1991.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/palace-intrigue-harry-meghan-the-crown-royal-family-news-and-gossip--4522904/support.Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Shark Media network.