Pod Save The Queen

As the royal family deals with a shocking race row, Russell Myers dials in from Boston to catch-up with Zoe Forsey on two weeks worth of royal news. In a slightly chaotic episode thanks to several bits of breaking news, we discuss the Prince and Princess of Wales’ trip basketball date night and the engagements so far as they prepare for the Earthshot Prize Ceremony, as well as the trailer for Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s Netflix documentary. We talk in detail about domestic abuse charity founder Ngozi Fulani’s upsetting claims that she was “interrogated” by the Queen’s closest confidant during a trip to Buckingham Palace. There’s also an update on the Paddington Bears left in tribute to the Queen, showbiz editor tells us what Mike and Tindall got up to at the I’m A Celeb afterparties and find out why Russell wasn’t allowed to join Princess Anne on her trip to the Falklands Islands. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Queen’s reign was defined by her strength and continuity, with her beloved Prince Philip by her side every step of the way. People aspired to their love story, especially their closeness and their loyalty - but will they feel the same about King Charles? Zoe Forsey speaks to historian Dr Tessa Dunlop, author of Elizabeth and Philip, to discuss how we’re seeing the end of the ‘Family Monarch’ and what could potentially come next - both for Charles and Queen Camilla, and King William and Queen Catherine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we’ve seen the unexpected row between Prince William and actor Micheal Sheen over the Welsh World Cup team and King Charles give himself a very exciting 74th birthday present. The royals were out in force to mark Remembrance Sunday, with Prince Harry marking the day in the US with a moving letter about losing a parent. Princess Kate and Sophie Wessex have also been out and about, and Mike Tindall shared a hilarious story about slut-dropping in front of Princess Anne (we kid you not…). Zoe Forsey and Russell Myers also debunk some of the big storylines from season five of The Crown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s been a tough week for the Royal Family, with the latest season of The Crown hitting our screens and King Charles being egged during an engagement in York. Zoe Forsey and Russell Myers also discuss Prince William’s chat with England football legends and Kate’s cute poppy moment with an adorable little boy. Showbiz editor Mark Jefferies dials in from the Australian jungle to give us an update on Mike Tindall on I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here, and Meghan hints at her Duchess Difficult nickname on the latest episode of her podcast. We also look ahead to Remembrance Sunday and how it will change under King Charles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After 20 years, I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here has it’s first Royal campmate - Mike Tindall! Zara’s husband is heading into the Jungle this weekend, so Zoe Forsey and Russell Myers are joined by the Mirror’s Showbiz Editor Mark Jefferies to get all the latest. King Charles also picked up a new royal title this week, while the Prince and Princess of Wales returned to work after the half term break. Russell also clears up all the confusion about the royals attending the World Cup next month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

King Charles is only a few weeks into his reign, but he’s already appointed his first Prime Minister. In a Monarch ‘first’ that he probably wasn’t expecting quite so soon, Charles accepted Liz Truss’ resignation and asked Rishi Sunak to take her place during an Audience filled with royal tradition this week. But it’s not been all politics this week as King Charles is also appearing on BBC TV show Repair Shop, taking two family heirlooms to the expert for a make-over. Zoe Forsey and Russell Myers also discuss Princess Anne’s tour of Uganda, Meghan Markle’s latest podcast and a potential change to Prince Harry and Prince Andrew’s royal roles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Things are feeling very Hollywood on this week’s pod, with Zoe Forsey and Russell Myers discussing a lot of royal showbiz news. There’s another bombshell interview from Meghan Markle, in which she discusses the Queen’s death and Harry’s favourite restaurant, and a new episode of her podcast, in which Meghan reveals why she quit her job on Deal on No Deal. Russell has been out and about this week, joining Queen Camilla as she chatted to popstar Dua Lipa, while one cheeky schoolboy had a very cheeky reply when his pal asked King Charles how old he was. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s the first episode of Pod Save The King as Zoe Forsey and Russell Myers catch up on the last few weeks of royal news. As King Charles settles into his new role, we discuss our new coins and post boxes, as well as that slightly awkward remark at his first Audience with Liz Truss. We also go over what we know about the coronation so far and the scandal around Camilla’s crown. Kate and William have hit the ground running in their new roles as the Prince and Princess of Wales with several interesting engagements. Over in the US, Harry has spoken to his dad about Archie and Lili’s HRH titles - but it seems a lot is still unresolved. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is our final episode as Pod Save The Queen before we rebrand to reflect King Charles’ reign. We wanted the final show under the Queen’s name to be yours, as our listeners and our podcast family. Zoe Forsey and Daniel Jackson read through your tributes and memories of the Queen, dating back to the start of her 70-year reign. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Since the Queen’s death, countless celebrities have shared previously untold stories of their encounters with the Queen - from an unfortunate cheese incident to a touching jewellery gesture. Zoe Forsey is joined in the studio by Daniel Jackson to go through some of the brilliant tales and tributes we’ve heard to the late Monarch. We also discuss the Queen’s death certificate, which was released shortly before we sat down to record, and visitors beginning to visit her final resting place. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After yet another historic week, Zoe Forsey and Russell Myers reflect on the Queen’s funeral. They discuss the pomp and ceremony of the day, the moving tributes and the personal touches added by the royal family to ensure their ‘Gan-Gan’ had the perfect send off. And of course, they couldn’t not talk about The Queue (and The Queue for The Queue), the most British of British tributes to a Monarch who served her country for 70 years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Queen Elizabeth II passed away at Balmoral on Thursday, September 8. Her death comes in her Jubilee year after dedicating 70 years of her life to the Crown. Her oldest son and heir becomes King Charles III. After a historic few days, Zoe Forsey and Russell Myers sit down to reflect on the sad news as the world mourns. We talk through what has happened in the days since and what will happen in the lead up to the State Funeral, as well as the emotional statements put out by members of the royal family so far. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As Princess Diana’s police protection officer, Ken Wharfe saw a side to the royal that very few people knew. He spent his working days with Diana and her two mischievous sons, William and Harry, doing day-to-day activities like the school run and days out. To mark the launch of his new book Diana: Remembering the Princess, released to mark the 25th anniversary of her tragic death, Ken sits down with Zoe Forsey to share his memories of his old boss and his thoughts on the royal family today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meghan Markle's controversial interview with The Cut has been the royal talking point of the week, and there is a lot for Zoe Forsey and Russell Myers to talk through. There is also the second episode of her Archetypes podcast and another update on Prince Harry's security row. We look ahead to the 25th anniversary of Princess Diana's death. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meghan’s first podcast finally drops and a new school for Cambridge childrenAfter a very, very long wait the first episode of Meghan Markle’s Spotify podcast - Archetypes - has finally dropped. Zoe Forsey and Russell Myers share their thoughts on the 58-minute audio, which is an interview with Serena Williams. In the debut episode, Meghan reveals Archie had a near escape from a fire in his bedroom during the royal tour of South Africa. The other big news of the week is an announcement from Kensington Palace about Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis’s new Windsor school - Lambrook. We discuss everything we know about the very, very fancy school so far as well as the Cambridges’ new home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Biographer Tom Bower’s latest book, Revenge: Meghan, Harry and the war between the Windsors, has been causing a storm since it hit bookshops last month (JULY), with bombshell after bombshell about the royal family. On this week’s episode host Zoe Forsey sits down with Tom to talk about the highly-anticipated book, which claims Meghan ‘threw tea in the air’ and alleges that Harry was far from pleased with his family’s small role in the Platinum Jubilee celebrations. Tom also lifts the lid on what it’s like to write a royal biography and explains how his research changed his perception of The Firm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Following the Duchess of Cornwall’s 75th birthday, Zoe Forsey sits down with royal expert Ingrid Seward to discuss our future Queen Consort. Public opinion of Camilla has changed a lot over the past 25 years, and she's gone from one of the most hated women in the country to a popular member of The Firm. Ingrid recalls meeting Camilla over the years and shares her thoughts on her future. We also discuss her relationship with other members of the royal family, including the tough bond she has with Prince Harry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's been a very sporty week for the royals! Zoe Forsey and Russell Myers sit down to look back at the Cambridges’ day out at the Commonwealth Games, which was Princess Charlotte's first official engagement without her big brother George. Proud mum Kate also revealed her daughter’s favourite sport and Charlotte got to meet some exciting stars. She also sent a special good luck message to England’s Lionesses ahead of their Euro 2022 Final - and Prince William couldn't hide his excitement when the Ladies finally brought football home! We also look ahead to the royals’ summer and what’s happening with the Cambridge family's move to Windsor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Zoe Forsey is joined by the Mirror’s royal writer, Jennifer Newton, to discuss the latest book sending shockwaves through the royal family - Tom Bower’s Revenge: Meghan, Harry And The War between the Windsors. The biographer makes a series of claims about Meghan Markle, Prince Harry and the rest of The Firm, including that there were rows at the Queen’s Jubilee, a Strictly Come Dancing pitch and a bizarre accusation against Victoria Bekham. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Zoe Forsey and Russell Myers sit down to chat about Camilla’s low-key 75th birthday, the Queen’s surprise outing and a very, very hot royal trip to Cornwall. We also ponder over the mysterious Prince Andrew photo which a BBC employee says will rock the Royal Family if it’s ever made public. Prince Harry gave a speech at the UN this week and there is a new Meghan Markle book hitting the shelves, which includes a number of claims including that she “threw tea in the air”. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices