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The latest news on the drama that is the British royal family.

Providing the inside story on Charles and Camilla, William and Kate, Harry and Meghan (and more!), The Times and The Sunday Times' royal editors Kate Mansey and Roya Nikkhah bring you the untold stories of what's really going on during the reign of King Charles III.

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Questions are being raised about Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie’s royal titles amid renewed attention on the monarchy following the Epstein files and the arrest of their father, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor. Roya Nikkhah and Kate Mansey discuss... more

As King Charles and senior royals gathered for Commonwealth Day, the monarchy faced pressure on two fronts: domestic protests over Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, and MPs questioning whether the King’s US state visit should still go ahead amid Donald Tru... more

A fortnight on from Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s arrest on suspicion of misconduct in public office, the crisis has shifted into constitutional territory — with Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer saying the Government is “looking at options” on the line... more

In an extraordinary break with convention, this week MPs were allowed to debate Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s conduct and his relationship with paedophile Jeffrey Epstein in the Commons. A week after his arrest on suspicion of misconduct in public off... more

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Sir Peter Westmacott
Former British ambassador to the United States and former Deputy Private Secretary to the King
The Royal Household / UK Government
Episode: King's state visit could be “problematic” warns former US ambassador
Russell Myers
Royal Editor of The Daily Mirror and author of William & Catherine, The Intimate Inside Story
Daily Mirror
Episode: "Rude, arrogant and entitled" - MPs criticise Andrew in the Commons
Tony Juniper
Environmentalist and co-author of the book Harmony
Episode: Bonus episode: Why Charles became the climate king
Catherine Philp
World Affairs Editor of The Times
The Times
Episode: How the Andrew scandal overshadowed Prince William's Saudi trip
Caroline Wheeler
Political editor of The Sunday Times and co-host of The Times political podcast The State of It
The Sunday Times
Episode: Epstein files: time for Andrew to testify?
Katy Balls
Washington editor for The Times and host of The State of It USA
The Times
Episode: Is the King Britain's Trump card?
Jeremy Griffin
Executive Editor of The Times and Times Radio
The Times
Episode: 2026 and the Crown's next tests
Andrew Lownie
Author and biographer
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Episode: Andrew, Epstein and the royal story of 2025
Aubrey Allegretti
Chief political correspondent for The Times
The Times
Episode: Andrew, Epstein and the royal story of 2025

Hosts

Roya Nikkhah
Roya Nikkhah is Royal Editor for The Sunday Times and a co-host focused on delivering insights into royal affairs and their implications.
Kate Mansey
Kate Mansey is Royal Editor for The Times and co-host, specializing in critical analysis of the royal family and its public perception.

Reviews

3.8 out of 5 stars from 217 ratings
  • Boring

    Unfortunately, this podcast relies almost entirely on personal opinion rather than actual reporting. The ongoing fixation on Harry and Meghan, Netflix, Spare, and past interviews feels repetitive and dated. It’s time to move on ladies. Is Meghan coming to the UK? Will she be liked by the public? I wonder if she will be booed? Totally boring podcast and Meghan haters!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    IndianDelight
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Question

    Love your pod cast. Is there a reason why all the royals can’t live in Windsor castle or Buckingham palace? I love the royals and a big reason why I would visit London on vacation. I would think they bring in loads of tourists. Has anyone checked into how much tourism they bring in? Thank you

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nanc0328
    United States4 months ago
  • Best Royal Podcast

    The podcast has really picked up in the last few months, offering high level info and analysis that puts it in a different space from other royal podcasts on offer. Keep up the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    billiamwakespeare
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Informative and not stufy

    Hello from France. Love all the info but sometimes I would like a small reminder of the basics to better understand for us that are not yet specialist. Thanks !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    French_Mouse
    France4 months ago
  • Refreshing Perspective

    I enjoy listening to this podcast because it seems to be very objective. I like hearing directly from someone who participates in the Royal Rota and the interpretation and significance of certain events and details. I know when something important happens that I can turn to this podcast to understand some of the reasons and significance of what it means for the future.

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    Habit Forming 2
    United States5 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the informative and balanced nature of discussions, often highlighting the insightful analysis of royal dynamics.
Some feedback indicates a desire for deeper dives into less-covered topics, suggesting that while the podcast is engaging, there's room for enhancing the insight offered.
The hosts are recognized for their journalistic expertise, which lends credibility to the conversations about current events in royal affairs.
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King's state visit could be “problematic” warns former US ambassador
Q: Do you think it should go ahead?
The decision is ultimately government-driven and contingent on the war context and public opinion; the monarchy's role is to follow the prime minister's advice while reflecting the public mood, making postponement or cancellation possible if it serves the national interest.
Andrew arrested: a new crisis for the Crown
Q: What was your reaction to how you saw the scenes play out this morning?
It was overwhelming, truly an extraordinary revelation, as it is the first time something like this has happened since the arrest of Charles I in the 17th century.
Epstein files: time for Andrew to testify?
Q: What has been the feeling around Westminster following this scandal and the latest tranche of documents that we saw released on Friday night?
There has been a notable shift allowing MPs to criticize the Royal Family, especially concerning Andrew's situation.
The King courts Europe and MPs investigate Crown Estate
Q: Do you think going forward, the royal family is going to have to justify itself more to the public?
Given the current scrutiny and the cost of living crisis, the royal family will face increased pressure to justify its purpose and financial arrangements.
The King courts Europe and MPs investigate Crown Estate
Q: How do you think this compares to other European royal families in terms of value for money?
In other monarchies, there is always pressure to justify their existence to the public, and they have to work significantly harder to maintain their status.

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This podcast offers insightful commentary and analysis on the latest developments surrounding the British royal family, emphasizing the dynamic relationships and challenges faced by its members. Notable discussions include the scrutiny surrounding Prince Andrew's scandals, King Charles III's evolving role, and the impacts of public sentiment on the monarchy's image. The hosts, who are seasoned royal editors, engage with guests who bring expertise in royal affairs, journalism, and public health, providing listeners with a multifaceted view of contemporary royal issues, their historical context, and potential future ramifications. Notably, the conversational format and the hosts' journalistic backgrounds contribute to a balanced presentation ... more

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1. Sir Peter Westmacott
2. Russell Myers
3. Tony Juniper
4. Catherine Philp
5. Caroline Wheeler
6. Katy Balls
7. Jeremy Griffin
8. Andrew Lownie

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