Talking Royals

Talking Royals

The podcast about the British royal family from ITV News. Every week, our Royal Editor Chris Ship and Royal Expert Lizzie Robinson join Charlene White to look back at the big stories they've been out covering over the last seven days, sharing their insight and bringing you interviews with a range of guests.

Episodes

February 27, 2026 30 mins

In this week’s episode of Talking Royals, Charlene, Chris and Lizzie discuss whether Meghan and Harry should have ever been allowed to leave the royal family. And is the Palace now missing that Meghan Markle magic?

Charlene, Chris and Lizzie recorded this episode right after Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s surprise trip to Jordan made global headlines — including reports that they were “snubbed” by the Jordanian royal family. The B...

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It’s the photo that will define a moment in history for the royal family. A press photographer captured the split second that the former Prince Andrew was driven away from a Norfolk police station after being arrested.

So how was the iconic photo of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor captured? Our royal experts, Chris and Lizzie, tell Charlene everything they have learned about that moment, the historic arrest and release of a former Prince...

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Historic scenes in Sandringham, as Andrew Mountbatten Windsor is arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office. Our royal experts talk through what we know, and what this means for the royal family.

Plain-clothed police officers were seen arriving at the royal property, before Thames Valley Police confirmed the news of an arrest.

Shortly afterwards, King Charles III released an unprecedented statement expressing his 'deepest c...

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What happened when Prince William decided to speak out on Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s connection to Jeffrey Epstein? And did the statement go far enough?

Listen as Chris and Lizzie describe how it all unfolded, while they were in Saudi Arabia with Prince William. They talk us through how they found out that Kensington Palace, and Buckingham Palace, decided to end the royal wall of silence, addressing the allegations against the fo...

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As the latest Epstein files uncover more claims about Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, the former Prince moves out of his royal mansion in the dead of the night. But who told him it was time to go?

Our royal experts delve into the latest drop, and question whether the late Queen Elizabeth II could have done more to intervene after allegations against her son?

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor strenuously denies all allegations of wrongdoing.

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Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is facing intense scrutiny after the latest release of three million Jeffrey Epstein files.

Charlene, Chris and Lizzie have recorded this special episode on what the latest #Epstein revelations mean for the former Prince, and how it will impact the wider #royal family.

Previously unseen photos appear to show Andrew crouched over an unidentified woman. The undated images have no caption but appear to show th...

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Did the King intervene after Donald Trump’s comments on NATO troops in Afghanistan?

After an unexpected u-turn from Donald Trump on the British Army’s role in the war, many people questioned whether the King had personally spoken to the White House. Charlene, Chris and Lizzie explain what really happened between King Charles and the US President.

Plus, we’ve got all the backstage details from the first ever film premiere held at a r...

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Charlene, Chris, Lizzie, and Royal Commentator Afua Hagan unpack Harry's emotionally charged week fighting the Daily Mail's publisher in court.

After Prince Harry gave evidence against the publisher of the Daily Mail, Charlene White is joined by Royal Editor Chris Ship, Royal Expert Lizzie Robinson, and Royal Commentator Afua Hagan to unpack what we've learnt and what might come next.

Chris was in court as Prince Harry became almost ...
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Charles may be King of England, but who is the King or Queen of royal fashion? How do Royals choose what they wear day-to-day?

What is the most iconic Royal fashion moment ever?

And just how influential was Princess Diana as a style icon?

On Talking Royals this week, Charlene White is joined by Royal Editor Chris Ship, Royal Expert Lizzie Robinson, and Omi from fashion label Vin + Omi.

The fashion brand has created pioneering fabrics a...
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What does 2026 have in store for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle?

Where will Prince George go to secondary school?

And what do you do when a senior Royal catches you speeding round Buckingham Palace?

On Talking Royals this week, Charlene White is joined by Royal Editor Chris Ship, Royal Expert Lizzie Robinson, and presenter and WellChild ambassador Laura Hamilton.

The panel discusses Prince Harry’s forthcoming return to the UK for his c...
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December 19, 2025 39 mins
What tune did King Charles play on a carrot? 

What did Kate and Melania get up to during President Trump's state visit?

Which UK radio station did Meghan Markle say she missed?
 
Welcome to the second edition of the Talking Royals Christmas Quiz. Over five rounds of questions about the past year in the world of the Royal Family, Charlene White puts four experts - and you at home - to the test.
 
You can play along with friends and family...
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On Talking Royals this week, Charlene White is joined by our Royal Editor Chris Ship, Royal Expert Lizzie Robinson, and social media Royal Commentator Amanda Matta. They discuss the King’s rare and deeply personal message as part of this year's Stand Up To Cancer campaign - as he continues to recover from his own cancer diagnosis. In his biggest update yet, he revealed his treatment will continue - but it will be reduced in 2026.  ...
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On Talking Royals this week, Charlene White is joined by our Royal Editor Chris Ship, Royal Expert Lizzie Robinson and special guest, chef Francesco Mazzei.

One of the leading Italian chefs in the country, Francesco cooked for the King and Queen, as well as a host of stars in Highgrove in February - in a feast to celebrate UK-Italian relations. He explains how he was blown away by the King’s knowledge of food and ingredients - and h...
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On Talking Royals this week, Charlene White is joined by our Royal Editor Chris Ship, Royal Expert Lizzie Robinson and former royal butler Grant Harrold .

Otherwise known as ‘The Royal Butler, Grant reveals all about the secrets of life inside the Royal Household, including the King’s penchant for a prank and the inside story of Will and Kate’s courtship. Plus, Chris and Lizzie explain more about the King’s Foundation after visiting...
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On Talking Royals this week, Charlene White is joined by our Royal Editor Chris Ship and Royal Expert Lizzie Robinson.

They discuss the Princess of Wales’s busy week at work as she continues her gradual return after cancer treatment - which involved her first speech, and a reunion with Paddington the Bear.

Plus, we take a look back at some of the best Royal Variety Performance meet-and-greet moments, and the best crossovers of supers...
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On Talking Royals this week, Charlene White is joined by our Royal Editor Chris Ship, Royal Expert Lizzie Robinson, and King's Trust Ambassador Anna Williamson.

They discuss Prince George stepping up at Remembrance commemorations and Prince William’s revealing interview about parenting.

Plus, Anna’s hilarious first meeting with the King.
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On Talking Royals this week, Charlene White is joined by our Royal Editor Chris Ship and Producer Lizzie Robinson all the way from COP30 in Brazil, as well as the survivalist and broadcaster Ray Mears.

They discuss William’s attendance at the Earthshot awards in Rio and the Royals' dedication to the climate crisis at COP30.

The calls for Andrew Mountbatten Windsor to testify over his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.

And how Spud Man, recruite...
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After that dramatic statement confirming Prince Andrew will no longer be a Prince, the panel answers all your questions on what happens now, for him and his family.

Royal Editor Chris Ship, Royal Expert Lizzie Robinson, and guest Dr Ranj join Charlene White to analyse the statement and the reaction.
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In this week's Talking Royals, Charlene is joined by Royal Editor Chris Ship, Royal Expert Lizzie Robinson, and former Press Secretary to the late Queen, Ailsa Anderson. 

The panel discusses the growing pressure on Prince Andrew to leave the Royal Lodge.

Why the King’s moment of prayer with the Pope this week was so significant.

Plus, a look back at William and Kate’s engagement, and that iconic interview they gave, 15 years on.
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In this week's Talking Royals, Lucrezia Millarini is joined by Royal Editor Chris Ship, Royal Expert Lizzie Robinson, and Royal Reporter for news.com Australia, Brontë Coy.

The panel discusses Prince Andrew's announcement to stop using his remaining titles and honours, including the Duke of York, in the wake of the Epstein scandal.

And, why history will be made when the King visits the Vatican next week. The team looks back at some a...
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