Palace Intrigue : King Charles, Meghan Markle and all the Royal Family gossip

Palace Intrigue : King Charles, Meghan Markle and all the Royal Family gossip

Every day the British royal family makes news. Palace Intrigue gives you the real story — the politics, the feuds, the scandals, and the moments the Palace press office hopes you'll miss. Hosted by John McDermott, Palace Intrigue covers King Charles, Queen Camilla, Prince William, Kate Middleton, Prince Harry, Meghan Markle, and the full cast of the world's most famous family — every day, in real time. If you're looking for a royal family podcast, a daily British royal news show, or the closest thing to The Crown continuing in real time, this is your show. Follow wherever you listen to podcasts

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America 250: How the Crown Learned from Losing America

July 3, 2026 • 7 mins
The monarchy that King Charles the Third serves today is very different from the monarchy that lost America in 1776. This episode traces how the lessons of the American Revolution shaped the Crown’s relationship with Canada, Australia, New Zealand and eventually the modern Commonwealth. It is the story of how the monarchy adapted after one of the greatest defeats in its history.

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Kate’s Meghan Nightmare? Sussex Return Rumors Put Palace on Edge

July 3, 2026 • 8 mins
New reports claim the Princess of Wales is deeply uneasy about the possibility of Meghan Markle returning to Britain and potentially appearing at Wimbledon during the Sussexes’ expected July visit. We look at why Kate and William are said to remain wary, why King Charles may be more open to reconciliation, and how Palace aides are reportedly trying to avoid any public snub narrative. Plus: Catherine quietly donates to an elev...
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America 250: The Americans Who Stayed Loyal to the King

July 2, 2026 • 8 mins
Not every American joined the Revolution. Hundreds of thousands remained loyal to King George the Third. From William Franklin, the son of Benjamin Franklin, to royal governors, merchants and ordinary citizens, this episode examines the Americans who chose the Crown over independence and what their stories reveal about the monarchy’s view of the Revolution.

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Harry’s UK Trip in Jeopardy as Security Dispute Escalates - Plus Kate’s Remarkable Three Peaks Challenge

July 2, 2026 • 9 mins
Prince Harry’s plans to bring Meghan, Prince Archie, and Princess Lilibet to Britain have reportedly been thrown into doubt after a government decision involving police protection outside royal residences. We examine the latest reporting from The Guardian, why Harry believes the family’s security remains unresolved, and what it could mean for a long-awaited reunion with King Charles.

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America 250: The Day the Declaration of Independence Reached the Palace

July 1, 2026 • 9 mins
The Declaration of Independence was approved in Philadelphia on July 4, 1776. Weeks later, the news finally crossed the Atlantic. How did King George the Third react? What did London’s newspapers report? And when did the Palace realize the colonies were no longer seeking compromise but independence? Palace Intrigue follows the Declaration’s journey from Philadelphia to the British court.

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Is Prince William Really Richer Than King Charles?

July 1, 2026 • 9 mins
New royal financial figures have sparked an unexpected question: is Prince William now wealthier than the King? We explain the £1.2 billion Duchy of Cornwall, why William’s fortune isn’t quite what it seems, and why critics say King Charles’ “slimmed-down monarchy” is costing more than ever. Plus, Piers Morgan weighs in on Prince Harry’s expected return to Britain, and new reports claim Netflix c...
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America 250: Was King George III Really a Tyrant?

June 30, 2026 • 9 mins
The Declaration of Independence portrayed King George the Third as a tyrant. But was he? This episode looks at the real king behind the revolutionary rhetoric, the constitutional limits on royal power, and how George the Third became one of the most controversial figures in American history. Part of Palace Intrigue’s America 250 series exploring the Revolution through a royal lens.

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Should King Charles Live in Buckingham Palace? The Debate Gets Heated

June 30, 2026 • 9 mins
Should Britain’s monarch actually live in Buckingham Palace? The debate over King Charles’ historic decision to remain at Clarence House intensifies as commentators question everything from the £369 million palace renovation to the cost of the modern monarchy. We also explore why Charles may have quietly changed the future for King William, new speculation that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle could visit Princess Diana&r...
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America 250: Why King George III Lost America

June 29, 2026 • 11 mins
As America prepares to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, Palace Intrigue begins a special series examining the American Revolution through the eyes of the British Royal Family. In this episode, we explore why King George the Third believed the colonies could still be saved, what he misunderstood about the growing independence movement, and how one of the greatest setbacks in royal history unfolded....
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Why King Charles Will Never Live in Buckingham Palace

June 29, 2026 • 10 mins
King Charles has made one of the biggest decisions of his reign. Despite a £370 million renovation, Buckingham Palace will not become his home, ending a tradition that dates back to Queen Victoria. We explain why Charles and Queen Camilla are staying at Clarence House, why the King became the first modern monarch to reveal his personal tax bill, what Prince William’s financial disclosures reveal, and what the latest Sovereign...
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Harry, Meghan and the Kids' UK Visit, Starmer Resigns as PM, King Charles's Horse Finishes Last at Ascot

June 28, 2026 • 11 mins
HARRY & MEGHAN'S UK VISIT NEARS DIANA'S ALTHORP, STARMER RESIGNS, MONARCHY SUPPORT HITS A 30-YEAR LOW

The BBC-confirmed visit of Harry, Meghan, Archie and Lilibet to Britain dominates the week, with speculation centering on Althorp — Diana's burial place — and an unresolved security question after Harry lost his police-protection challenge. Camilla is reported to oppose any "leniency" toward the Sussexes. Sir...
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The Man Queen Elizabeth Didn’t Marry, Marilyn Monroe Meets the Queen, and Charles’ Legacy Gifts

June 28, 2026 • 9 mins
Before Prince Philip, the Queen Mother reportedly had another husband in mind for Princess Elizabeth. We explore the royal road not taken and how Philip ultimately changed the monarchy forever. Then, the fascinating story of Marilyn Monroe’s long-awaited meeting with Queen Elizabeth the Second, including the lipstick mishap the Queen never forgot. Plus, reports that King Charles is acquiring deeply personal heirlooms for Quee...
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Prince William’s Secret Escapes, Princess Diana’s Letter, and Mike Tindall the Royal Asset

June 27, 2026 • 8 mins
What does Prince William do when he wants to escape royal life? Reports reveal secret barbecues, trusted friends, disguises, and even an occasional Welsh accent. We also examine claims that William plans to modernize the monarchy for a new generation. Plus, a newly surfaced letter from Princess Diana offers a moving reflection on William and Harry’s future, a new book compares Meghan Markle’s royal experience to Carolyn...
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Crown and Controversy - 18. Heir To The Throne

June 27, 2026 • 16 mins
Prince George's christening at Windsor Castle welcomes the future king into the Church of England while demonstrating his parents' commitment to balancing royal tradition with modern family values.

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Prince William’s Fury over Kate mocking, Prince Harry’s Spotlight Problem, and a Royal Family Robbery

June 26, 2026 • 7 mins
Prince William is reportedly furious after online critics mocked Princess Catherine’s landmark return to international duties in Italy. We look at the claims that attacks on Kate struck a nerve with the future King. Plus, fresh concerns over Catherine’s medical privacy following the London Clinic records scandal, a royal commentator argues Queen Camilla’s remarkable rehabilitation offers lessons for Meghan Markle,...
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Kate Warned to Protect Family from Meghan Markle as Meghan’s Basket Video Gets Roasted

June 26, 2026 • 7 mins
A new round of royal drama unfolds as Meghan Markle’s latest Instagram-style video draws ridicule from critics, Kate supporters push back against reconciliation talk, and broadcaster Gabby Logan reveals the surprising fallout from calling the Princess of Wales “Kate Middleton.” Plus, why one royal historian says Prince Harry is beginning to resemble one of the monarchy’s most tragic figures: Edward VIII.
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Heatwave Halts Changing of the Guard, Harry and Meghan to stay at Diana's home?

June 25, 2026 • 8 mins
Britain’s scorching heatwave has forced the cancellation of the Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle, bringing one of the monarchy’s most iconic traditions to a standstill. Meanwhile, King Charles meets members of the Afghan Refugee Women’s Cricket Team and hears dramatic firsthand accounts of their escape from Taliban-controlled Afghanistan.

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Meghan’s Invictus Fashion Questions, is Harriet copying Kate, and a Monarchy Warning Sign

June 25, 2026 • 8 mins
Fresh questions are being raised about Meghan Markle’s business ventures after reports claimed she may be earning commissions from fashion purchases linked to outfits worn at Invictus Games events. Critics are asking whether commercial activity and charitable causes are becoming too closely intertwined, while sources suggest Prince Harry is uncomfortable with the attention.

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July 10: The Day Harry and Meghan's Return Could Dominate the Royal Headlines

June 24, 2026 • 8 mins
Prince Harry’s expected return to Britain is drawing closer, and all eyes are on July 10. With Harry expected in Birmingham for an Invictus Games event and Prince William hosting his annual charity polo match, the royal calendar may be setting up another chapter in the ongoing story of two brothers living very different lives. Reports suggest tensions remain high behind palace walls, with claims that Queen Camilla remains dee...
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Harry and Meghan’s UK Visit Splits the Palace as Andrew Clings to Royal Status

June 24, 2026 • 8 mins
A new Daily Beast analysis suggests Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s expected UK visit may be exposing deeper divisions inside King Charles’s household, with reported palace “hawks” and “doves” split over reconciliation. Phil Dampier says the visit could test public opinion, while other reports claim Meghan may see Queen Camilla as a possible bridge back to the family. Plus, questions swirl over ...
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