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Palace Intrigue: Harry, Meghan & the Crown. Royal Family News and Gossip.

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Prince William
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Princess Diana
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Kate Middleton
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Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor
Prince George
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Palace Intrigue is a daily podcast covering the British Royal Family, the stories, the power plays, and the people who define the monarchy.Right now, no story is bigger than Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's reported return to the United Kingdom. After years in Montecito and a historic departure that reshaped the Royal Family, Harry and Meghan are moving back to Britain with their children, seven-y... more

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Jason Collier
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Darren McGrady
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Princess Diana's former bodyguard
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Mark Francis
Host of Palace Intrigue, with recurring presence across episodes.
John McDermott
Host of Palace Intrigue; regular voice on royal discussions and updates.

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3.3 out of 5 stars from 819 ratings
  • Royal family summit

    Wouldn’t it be something if the family is gathered to welcome Harry and his family? Nothing surprises me anymore.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Glitterati Girl
    United Statesa month ago
  • Commercial

    Commercial you have to listen to, way too long to get a not interesting story.

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    Rene HCMC
    Netherlandsa month ago
  • July 26

    This is mostly a repeat if previous episode

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    2
    jjenm9
    Canada2 months ago
  • Too much H&M fake news

    It’s getting harder to listen to all of the pro-Harry propaganda. He’s not being welcomed back, he’s not respected nor respectful. A spoiled, petulant man child. The real hothead is Harry. There’s years of video evidence of his behavior.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    NickLaurensMom
    United States3 months ago
  • Harder on Meghan and Harry than Andrew and Fergie

    This podcast is obsessively critical of Meghan and Harry, while portraying Andrew and Fergie far more sympathetically. This feels really wrong.

    Apple Podcasts
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    pulchritudo
    United States4 months ago

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Gold was discovered at Sutter's Mill on the American River near Coloma, triggering the Gold Rush.
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Daily royal news and insider-style commentary track the British royal family with brisk, opinionated takes on politics, relationships, and public narratives. Episodes frequently center on power dynamics, media coverage, and personal scrutinies of key figures, weaving tabloid gossip with courtroom, charity, and ceremonial moments. A notable strength is the concise, fast-paced format that keeps listeners informed on current developments while offering sharp, sometimes provocative takes that attract a dedicated audience of royal-watchers and media junkies. The show is likely to appeal to listeners who want quick updates with strong viewpoints and behind-the-scenes context about palace life and public perception.

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