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Talking Royals
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The podcast about the British royal family from ITV News. Every week, our Royal Editor Chris Ship and Royal Expert Lizzie Robinson join Charlene White to look back at the big stories they've been out covering over the last seven days, sharing their insight and bringing you interviews with a range of guests.
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Our royal experts react to all the best moments from Ascot 2026
2w ago00:31:19Tap to summarizeWith the royals’ summer season in full swing, Talking Royals are ringside at the races for a very special episode from Royal Ascot! The team have all the behind-the-scenes details from the high society event of the year… On Day One of Ascot, the King and Queen were joined for the iconic carriage procession by the new Mr and Mrs Peter Phillips, fresh from their royal wedding celebrations. So who wore what? And what is the perfect colour to wear to Ascot? And what was Charlene’s hat disaster? Plus, the Trooping of the Colour controversy, as the Princess of Wales is caught giving a stern glare from the royal carriage. But who was the icy stare aimed at? And, Prince’s George’s new school is revealed…Our royal experts react to the big news.
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The behind-the-scenes gossip from the royal wedding of the year
2w ago00:32:05Tap to summarizePeter Phillips and Harriet Sperling have tied the knot at a modest royal wedding that gained major attention with the arrival of the King and Queen and the Prince and Princess of Wales.But also notably, Princess Beatrice and Eugenie were in public attendance to see Princess Anne's son marry NHS nurse Harriet at the private ceremony.In this episode of Talking Royals, Charlene, Chris and Lizzie discuss the family dynamics of their appearance, a day after news broke that the former Prince Andrew had been earning money by subletting properties of his former home in Windsor.The team reveal the behind-the-scenes gossip from the big day, as well as what they saw inside the church after the ceremony.The group also catch up on William's appearance at London Tech Week - where he fronted a new data-driven method to combat homelessness - and wonder whether England and Scotland's success at the FIFA World Cup could actually prove problematic for the football-mad Patron of the FA.
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Surprising new details about Andrew, Beatrice, Eugenie and others’ rent arrangements
3w ago00:29:07Tap to summarizeThe former prince, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, has been earning money by subletting properties in the grounds of his former home in Windsor.The arrangements for the lease of his home, Royal Lodge, from which he was ejected by the King last year, have been revealed in a new report, which also shows his daughters don't pay any rent on their homes inside royal palaces.On this episode of Talking Royals Charlene, Chris and Lizzie discuss how Andrew was able to charge rent on properties and keep the money for himself.Meanwhile the Princess of Wales was visiting a cancer centre on what was an emotional day for all involved.Meghan has released a new photo of her, Prince Harry, and Princess Lilibet to mark her daughter's fifth birthday.And we turn the clocks back all the way to 1991 to see what a royal school Sports Day looked like 35 years ago.
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William and Kate's royal mansions, secret tax bill and big plans for a financial shake-up
May 2800:31:54Tap to summarizeThis week on Talking Royals, Chris and Lizzie discuss all things Prince and Princess of Wales..As the Prince of Wales announces significant changes to his financial portfolio, we investigate how rich William and Kate really are, how many houses they have, whether they pay tax...And what is their vision for the future of the monarchy's finances?Plus, we analyse a rare personal interview with Prince William, in which he reveals how chaotic the family's school run can be, George's schooling arrangements and his pride at his wife's work into early years.
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Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor: Police investigation update
May 2200:24:25Tap to summarizeThe former Prince Andrew, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, is being investigated for sexual offences as part of the original investigation into misconduct in public office, by Thames Valley Police.Our royal experts, Chris and Lizzie, update Charlene on everything we need to know about this development in the investigation into the former Prince.So what does this update mean? How did we end up here? And what might happen next?Subscribe to ITV News on YouTube: http://bit.ly/2lOHmNjGet breaking news and more stories at http://www.itv.com/newsFollow ITV News on TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@itvnews?lang=enFollow ITV News on Instagram: / itvnews Follow ITV News on Facebook: / itvnews Follow ITV News on X: / itvnews
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What Kate's trip to Italy tells us about the future Queen
May 1400:26:59Tap to summarizeThe Princess of Wales is embarking on a new "global mission”, as she makes her first overseas royal trip since her cancer diagnosis.Chris and Lizzie are on the road again, as Kate got to work in the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy, learning about early years education. The trip has being described as a “huge moment” for the Princess of Wales.The future Queen had not been on an international work trip since 2022, and senior members of her team said that she is now "taking it up a gear” on this important Italian visit. She visited the town of Reggio Emilia, which has pioneered an approach to early childhood which is recognised around the world. The Princess was diagnosed with cancer in 2024, and much of her work went on hold during that time.
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Princess of Wales to make first foreign trip since cancer diagnosis - so why now?
May 800:29:23Tap to summarizeWe've had some significant news from Kensington Palace, this week... Catherine, Princess of Wales will make her first solo foreign trip since her cancer diagnosis.Fresh from travelling with King Charles to the USA to meet Donald Trump, and Prince Harry in Ukraine, the team are back together for one week only...So with Chris and Lizzie back in the studio, it seemed the perfect time to discuss these promising signals about the Princess of Wales's health.Because next week the Talking Royals team will travel to Northern Italy to cover Kate's trip to Reggio Emilia, on a "fact-finding" mission to learn about the city's unusual approach to early years education.Plus, in this episode, Charlene, Chris and Lizzie reflect on the success of the state visit to the USA and Bermuda, and the King's international diplomacy.The team react to news of a royal baby...After an official announcement that Princess Eugenie is expecting her third child, with her husband, Jack Brooksbank.And there's just time, to dive back into our archive and relive the moment the international media covered the birth of Archie Mountbatten-Windsor. To mark his seventh birthday, the team get nostalgic for the moment a beaming Prince Harry faced the press, on the day Meghan gave birth to their son.
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Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor allegedly threatened at Sandringham: All the key details
May 700:07:02Tap to summarizeIn this special Talking Royals episode, the team react to the news that police have arrested a man near Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's home.Chris, Lizzie and Charlene recorded the episode shortly after Norfolk Police released a statement confirming that an armed man with "an offensive weapon" had been detained near his home.Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor moved to the Sandringham Estate earlier this year, after he was reportedly evicted from Royal Lodge in Windsor. He lives in a five-bedroom house called Marsh Farm, which is 500 metres from the tiny village of Wolferton, and 4km from the King’s Sandringham House.
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Prince Harry: Royal Experts Answer Your Most Asked Questions
May 300:11:22Tap to summarizeOur royal experts tackle the internet’s most searched questions about Prince Harry—from the topical to the truly surprising. In this episode of Talking Royals, our royal experts Chris, Lizzie and Charlene break down viral Google queries and reveal what we actually know about the Duke of Sussex. The episode explores some of the most frequently asked questions about Prince Harry, including why he stepped back from royal duties and whether he could one day return to live in the UK. It also examines his royal titles, his life in California with Meghan, Duchess of Sussex and their children, and the ongoing public interest in his family, finances, and career beyond royal life.The discussion also looks at his relationship with the wider Royal Family, including King Charles and Queen Camilla, while addressing some of the internet’s more unusual and light-hearted questions. This is your ultimate guide to the most Googled questions about Prince Harry—answered. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more royal content. Write your questions in the comments—which royal should we cover next?
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Prince George: Royal Experts Answer Your Most Asked Questions
May 100:17:00Tap to summarizeOur royal experts tackle the internet’s most searched questions about Prince George—from the serious to the downright bizarre…In this episode of Talking Royals, our royal experts Chris, Lizzie and Charlene break down viral Google queries and reveal what we actually know about the future king.The video explores whether Prince George could theoretically become king as a child, before taking a closer look at his school life, including security arrangements and efforts to maintain a normal upbringing.It also covers his love of football and connection to Aston Villa, alongside insights from Prince William and Catherine, Princess of Wales, on parenting, technology, and screen time.The discussion addresses viral AI rumours—such as the claim involving Tom Jones—and looks ahead to questions around his future, including schooling, potential military service, and royal duties.It also offers lighter insights into his hobbies, from video games to music, including learning the electric guitar.This is your ultimate guide to the most Googled questions about Prince George—answered.Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more royal content.Write your questions in the comments—which royal should we cover next?
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