The Prince Andrew Distraction: the unwanted gift that keeps giving
Charlotte Foster, royal reporter for the Daily Mirror, tells Jennifer Newton how two weeks of scandal for the former Duke of York is enough to fill a year of news.
They discuss Prince Andrew and Fergie’s uncertain status at the Royal Lodge, and the distraction from work of other members of the Royal Family.
Jennifer and Charlotte also look at the King’s “moving and emotional” visit to the Vatican with Queen Camilla, where they met Pope Leo XIV for the first time.
Alongside the family dramas and historic visits, the Pod Save the King duo also discuss Harry and Megan’s “date night” at an LA Dodgers game, and the Duke of Sussex’s “cringe and awkward” appearance on comedian Hasan Minhaj’s podcast.
They also preview William’s visit to Brazil for this year’s Earthshot Prize and World Leaders Summit at COP30 next week.
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Prince William’s smiles with Kate and tears with Rhian
The Prince and Princess of Wales had a fun, action-packed visit to Northern Ireland in a classic William and Kate outing.
And William’s emotional chat with Rhian Mannings as the Royal Foundation launched a National Suicide Prevention Network made a real impact.
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers (yes, he’s back!) to reflect on a Royal Family in touch with their emotions and determined to help people driving change.
They also catch up on the prospects for royal tours as the King and Kate continue their recoveries after being diagnosed with cancer, and Russell’s assessment of Prince Harry’s relationship with his family after that long awaited meeting.
Plus they catch up on the rest of the week’s royal news, and mark the end of an era.
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Kate champions power of connections and royals double down on passion projects
The Princess of Wales has made Early Years her signature work - and this week co-authored an essay about the dangers of screens causing an “epidemic of disconnection”.
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Mirror deputy royal editor Jennifer Newton to discuss Kate’s latest contribution.
And with Sophie’s recent visit to Congo, the announcement of this year’s Earthshot finalists, a new documentary about the King’s nature work and Harry and Meghan’s mental health work being recognised with an award, royal passion projects shone through this week’s royal schedule.
Plus the team catch up on Meghan’s Paris Fashion Week trip and Kate’s joyful visit to RAF Coningsby and its Typhoon fighter jets.
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Prince William the tour guide and Prince Harry vs the men in grey suits
The Prince of Wales is used to hosting visitors at Windsor Castle - but this time it was all on camera.
Prince William was joined by Eugene Levy for an episode of his Reluctant Traveller Apple TV show and the pair discussed the past, the future and how William sees the world.
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Mirror deputy royal editor Jennifer Newton to discuss the details.
They also reflect on Princess Anne’s visit to Ukraine and how Prince Harry’s reunion with King Charles has already descended into a briefing battle.
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William and Kate return to Southport, Fergie cancelled and a window on Australia
The murder of three young girls at a Taylor Swift dance class in Southport last year had a deep impact on the country. This week, the Prince and Princess of Wales visited their schools to see how the communities are recovering.
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper and Mirror royal reporter Charlotte Foster reflect on why William and Kate’s return matters.
And they also discuss the latest strand of the royal Epstein scandal, as a leaked email from the Duchess of York from 2011 led to multiple charities dropping their association with her.
They also catch up on Edward and Sophie’s adventures in Japan and a 116-year-old admirer of King Charles.
And with Charlotte having moved to the UK from Australia earlier this year, they discuss views of the royal family Down Under and whether it is on the road to being a Republic.
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About Pod Save The King - Royal family news, interviews and fashion
New era, new name: Welcome to Pod Save The King, the award-winning Royal podcast from the Daily Mirror.
The Royal family is finding its way in a new era. Following the death of Queen Elizabeth II, King Charles III began his reign alongside Camilla, The Queen Consort. William and Kate became Prince and Princess of Wales. As the family changes, rifts remain with Harry and Meghan across the Atlantic and Prince Andrew is still in the aftermath of the Newsnight interview. There is joy too, as Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis grow up both in and out of the public eye, and the Tindalls, Beatrice and Eugenie find their own ways.
Expect behind the scenes details, fashion, travel, causes, politics and society, plus interviews with people who can provide a particular insight into your favourite Royals, their work and their place in Britain today. “Lively discussions with a wide-ranging appeal. Refreshingly informal, totally unstuffy and a thoroughly modern take on all things royal. And it’s funny too.” - the Press Awards Judges, who named Pod Save The King Lifestyle Podcast of the Year.
Your regular companions are Host Ann Gripper and Royal Editor Russell Myers. You can join the conversation about the podcast on Instagram and Twitter for a chance to hear your comments on the show, and follow @MirrorRoyal or subscribe to our Royal Newsletter for all the latest.
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