Palace Intrigue : Royal Family gossip

Palace Intrigue : Royal Family gossip

Palace Intrigue is a daily podcast covering the British Royal Family, including King Charles the Third, Prince William, Kate Middleton, Prince Harry, and Meghan Markle From Prince Andrew’s latest controversies and the fallout shaking the royal institution, to Prince William’s expanding role as he quietly prepares for the throne, we cover every turn in the Windsor storyline — including the continuing turbulence surrounding Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, whose lives outside the palace remain a source of fascination and tension. We also track King Charles’ health and its impact on the crown, as well as Princess Kate Middleton’s recovery and what it means for the family’s public image. It’s a monarchy in transition — one navigating legacy, loyalty, and relentless media scrutiny. Think of it as The Crown: Season 17 — only this time, it’s happening in real life. Follow now for daily episodes filled with royal news, inside analysis, and the real stories behind the palace walls.

Episodes

Marius Borg Høiby Denies Drugging Accuser as “Rape” Searches Hit Court, While King Charles Gets Heckled Over Andrew

February 6, 2026 • 8 mins
The Marius Borg Høiby trial got uglier fast. Prosecutors pressed the Crown Princess’s son on whether he drugged a woman ahead of an alleged 2018 assault. Høiby flatly denied it, admitted he knows about drugs like ketamine and could probably obtain them, then tried to brush off eyebrow-raising phone searches including “rape,” telling the court he’d looked up “a lot of weird stuff.”

Back in Britain, King Charles was heckled on a walka...
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Harry’s Surprise New Pal Elizabeth Hurley - double date soon? PLUS Meghan’s $62 Chocolate “Love Letter

February 6, 2026 • 9 mins
A strange new London storyline: insiders say Prince Harry “hit it off” with Elizabeth Hurley while both were in the city tied to legal action against Associated Newspapers, and talk has already turned to double-date plans involving Meghan Markle and Hurley’s partner Billy Ray Cyrus.

Plus, a former nanny for Prince Archie describes meeting Harry at Frogmore expecting royal formality, only to find him in jeans, a T-shirt and barefoot,...
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Meghan Markle’s As Ever “Overstock” Drama Hits Netflix, as Marius Borg Høiby Trial Turns Brutal

February 5, 2026 • 10 mins
Page Six claims Meghan Markle’s As Ever products were stored at Netflix HQ and that staff were taking items home for free amid alleged overstock, with sources disputing whether the remaining items were consumer inventory or just promo freebies. A reported website glitch also sparked chatter about huge unsold quantities, while Meghan’s chocolate prices jump from $12 to $14 and a Valentine’s bundle rings in at $185.

Then the mood turn...
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Andrew Booted From Royal Lodge After Epstein Bombshells, as New Claims and Pressure to Testify Explode

February 5, 2026 • 11 mins
Prince Andrew has officially moved out of Royal Lodge after King Charles the Third ordered him to surrender the lease, with the exit reportedly rushed forward as fresh Epstein-linked revelations hit the front pages. Sources say Andrew traveled to Norfolk “under the cover of darkness,” while movers continue clearing the Windsor property in stages.

The pressure is also rising on the legal front. A lawyer for Epstein survivors says a s...
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Marius Borg Høiby Pleads Not Guilty as Norway’s Royal Trial Turns Darker

February 4, 2026 • 10 mins
Norway’s most explosive royal scandal deepened as Marius Borg Høiby, the son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit, appeared in Oslo District Court and pleaded not guilty to four counts of rape. Prosecutors laid out a sweeping indictment totaling thirty eight charges, including allegations of abuse, secret filming, drug offenses and repeated restraining order violations. Høiby admitted guilt to several lesser charges while denying the most...
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Fergie’s Cringe Epstein Emails Explode, Dragging Beatrice and Eugenie Into Royal Damage Control

February 4, 2026 • 10 mins
Newly released Jeffrey Epstein files have delivered another deeply embarrassing blow to the House of York, placing Sarah Ferguson — and her daughters Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie — back under an unforgiving spotlight. The emails, sent years after Epstein’s 2008 conviction, show Ferguson expressing warmth, loyalty and dependence on the disgraced financier, with language critics say is impossible to reconcile with his criminal rec...
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Meghan Markle Mocked for Audrey Hepburn Look as Harry Bristles Over Social Media and Spotlight

February 3, 2026 • 8 mins
Meghan Markle faces fresh online ridicule after unveiling a new black-and-white image for her As Ever brand, with critics accusing her of cosplaying Audrey Hepburn — and others comparing her to Inspector Gadget. Prince Harry is also mocked after being announced as a keynote speaker at a major privacy conference, fueling questions about his standalone appeal. Behind the scenes, sources say tensions are flaring again over Meghan’s so...
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Marius Borg Høiby Trial Begins as Epstein Ties Haunt Norway’s Crown Princess

February 3, 2026 • 12 mins
Norway’s royal family faces unprecedented scrutiny as Marius Borg Høiby, the adult son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit, appears in court on dozens of serious criminal charges, including multiple rape allegations. Although Høiby holds no royal title, the scale of the case has shaken a monarchy long considered scandal-free, forcing Crown Prince Haakon to publicly distance the institution while emphasizing faith in the rule of law. The ...
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Price Harry Mocked Over Court Sketches - turns out he's balding

February 2, 2026 • 9 mins
Prince Harry is reportedly left shaken after unflattering court sketches from his High Court appearance go viral, sparking widespread mockery online. Security experts weigh in on whether the Duke should pursue a restraining order against a known stalker as concerns grow over his safety during UK visits. The episode also explores claims that Harry prioritizes keeping Meghan happy amid slipping popularity, his renewed focus on Africa...
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King Charles Scrambles Over Andrew Housing Mess as William Cheers Football

February 2, 2026 • 9 mins
King Charles may be forced to rethink plans to move Prince Andrew into a modest farmhouse on the Sandringham estate after reports of security headaches, pest problems, and Andrew himself branding the property “poky.” As insiders warn that both Andrew and Sarah Ferguson may need to lower expectations — or even leave the UK entirely — commentators also caution Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie about the reputational risks of sta...
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Sundance Empty Seats, Harry vs Trump, and the Most Brutal Fight Yet. The week in royal news with Mark Francis

February 1, 2026 • 14 mins
Harry/Meghan at Sundance for Cookie Queens screening—Page Six reports 150 seats reserved for high-paying pass holders left unclaimed, 60 seats unoccupied throughout. Insider: "For Harry to go from the hearing—and pleading for privacy—to then go to Sundance just days after is nuts." Previous day's screening (Olivia Wilde's The Invite) turned away 100 ticket holders after selling out.

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Andrew’s Epstein Cover Story Collapses as Palace Emails and Photos Emerge

February 1, 2026 • 9 mins
Newly released U.S. Department of Justice documents reveal a far deeper and longer-running relationship between Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein than previously acknowledged, including emails exchanged well after Andrew publicly claimed he had cut ties. The correspondence shows Epstein being invited to Buckingham Palace for “lots of privacy,” discussions about meeting women, financial contacts d...
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Why Did Prince William Skip The King's Premiere and What It Says About the Royals

January 31, 2026 • 8 mins
Questions swirl after Prince William and Kate are noticeably absent from the premiere of King Charles’ new environmental documentary at Windsor Castle, with commentators asking whether the missed appearance signals deeper family strain. Meanwhile, renewed scrutiny follows a magazine profile positioning Kate as a future queen, prompting debate over timing and optics with Queen Camilla. The episode also looks at growing speculation o...
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Crown and Controversy - Prince Andrew - 7. The Family Reckoning

January 31, 2026 • 15 mins
After the Queen’s death in 2022, Charles inherited not only the crown — but his brother’s scandal. The new king faced an impossible choice: protect the family or protect the throne. With William’s firm backing, Charles moved quietly but decisively to isolate Andrew. Invitations stopped coming. Funding was cut. The doors of Buckingham Palace closed. Behind the scenes, the monarchy was cleansing itself to survive another century.



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Sussex Marriage Strain as Harry and Meghan Reportedly Clash Over the Kids

January 30, 2026 • 9 mins
Meghan and Harry face renewed criticism after their film Cookie Queens credits list them by their Sussex titles, reigniting debate over commercial use of royal branding. Radar Online then claims the couple’s most serious private disagreement centres on how visible their children should be, with sources saying Harry wants tighter boundaries while Meghan favours a carefully managed level of exposure. Insiders warn the issue remains u...
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Kim Kardashian Confirms Harry and Meghan Demanded Kris Jenner Party Photos Be Pulled

January 30, 2026 • 8 mins
Kim Kardashian confirms that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle personally asked for photos of them at Kris Jenner’s Beverly Hills birthday party to be taken down after realizing the images clashed with Remembrance Day, triggering a brief Hollywood “photo-gate.” Ben Mulroney offers a rare update on where things stand between Meghan and his wife Jessica Mulroney after years of fallout rumors. Meanwhile, reports say Meghan’s long-anticip...
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Would Meghan Markle Melt Down Diana’s Jewels if the Marriage Cracks?

January 29, 2026 • 9 mins
Media reports Meghan has privately discussed the long-term future of Princess Diana’s jewellery, including the idea of refashioning pieces into a symbolic ring, while stressing it does not signal an imminent split. Harry is also seen visiting Santa Barbara fire stations with Watch Duty, highlighting support for first responders.

Meanwhile, sources say a frightening encounter with a known fixated individual during a High Court appear...
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Meghan’s As Ever Valentine Launch, the Wickless Candle Mystery, and New Reports of Sussex Friction

January 29, 2026 • 9 mins
Meghan Markle unveils As Ever’s first Valentine’s Day collection, featuring Strawberry Spread now sold on its own, the return of Raspberry Spread, and gift-style bundles with keepsake packaging. U.S. shipping cutoffs are posted for February 2, but the products still aren’t available to customers in the United Kingdom, and not everything sold out instantly. We also have a viral-ish unboxing clip from podcast host Dana Bowling, who c...
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Harry ‘Angry’ at Meghan Markle Over Afghanistan Post, As Ever Tease, New Invictus Awards, and Andrew’s Marsh Farm Mood

January 28, 2026 • 8 mins
Radar Online claims Harry is privately furious after Meghan posted a photo from his Afghanistan service alongside Invictus imagery, timed just after Harry rebuked President Trump’s comments about NATO troops. Sources allege Harry feels his military record is being pulled into a political moment and worries it could bring unwanted attention while he’s already under scrutiny. Meanwhile Meghan teases a new As Ever jam drop with a thro...
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Camilla vs Kate - Charles Wants the Feud Over!

January 28, 2026 • 9 mins
Radar Online claims Queen Camilla is feeling territorial about Kate’s future role, with sources alleging palace figures have warned Camilla that Catherine will one day be queen and future “perks and influence” will shift accordingly. The report also links the tension to Kate’s headline-grabbing tiara moment at a recent state banquet. Separate reporting says King Charles is pushing senior royals to end the Harry and William feud, wi...
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