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16/06/2025

War, Stones and Metals!

When the Stone Age met the Bronze Age? It's time for Tom to explore the profound impact of alloys on a clash of Stone and Bronze Age technologies in battle. Who would have thought blending copper and tin would have such an impact on human history! How are alloys created? What properties made them useful? And what transformative role did they play in ancient toolmaking and modern engineering? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

16/06/2025

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9 min
20/12/2025

We three kings: George, William and Charles reshape the Crown

In a poignant visit to a homeless charity, Prince William this week introduced his son Prince George to the family business by taking him to one of Diana’s most cherished charities. So what does this mean for the way in which the two future Kings are shaping the monarchy? In a year marked by illness, family strain and intense scrutiny, the institution is under more pressure than ever before. But there’s good news for the Windsors, too. King Charles gave a rare health update confirming his cancer treatment will be reduced in the New Year. Roya and Kate are joined by The Times health editor Eleanor Hayward to examine what these parallel moments reveal about leadership, inheritance, and how the future of the Crown is being shaped in real time. Presenters: Roya Nikkhah, royal editor for The Sunday Times, and Kate Mansey, royal editor of The Times Contributor: Eleanor Hayward, health editor of The Times Producer: Robert Wallace Editor: Stephen Titherington Image: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

20/12/2025

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32 min
29/11/2025

Do Epstein files threaten US relationship with Royals?

This week, three royal stories converge in America. Andrew’s ties to Epstein reach Congress, King Charles is reportedly planning a high-profile state visit, and Prince Harry is already there - recasting his role from Montecito. President Trump has signed the Epstein Files Transparency Act, but has the monarchy’s handling of Andrew emboldened American lawmakers? And is the British royal family still America’s favourite foreign soap opera? Roya Nikkhah is joined by Mark Landler of The New York Times, and Chiara Brown of The Times. Presenter: Roya Nikkhah, royal editor for the Sunday Times Contributors: Mark Landler, London bureau chief of The New York Times; Chiara Brown, commissioning editor at The Times Luxx. Producer: Robert Wallace Editor: Stephen Titherington Photo: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

29/11/2025

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34 min
12/06/2025

Trooping the Colour, William the Statesman, and Trump’s State Visit

This week, we head to Horse Guards Parade for Trooping the Colour as King Charles marks a quiet but significant shift—retiring from horseback for the event. The Prince of Wales steps further into statesman territory, and Roya and Kate discuss his recent visit to Monaco alongside international heads of state, signalling a growing global presence. Plus, they look ahead to two headline-grabbing moments: President Trump’s second state visit to the UK and David Beckham’s long-awaited knighthood. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

12/06/2025

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24 min
22 JAN

The Prince vs the press: emotional Harry gives evidence in High Court

Prince Harry has been in the High Court this week in a major privacy case against Associated Newspapers Ltd, the publisher of the Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday. Roya reports from court as Harry gives evidence and the paper’s lawyers push back on claims of unlawful information gathering. Meanwhile, Kate has been in Scotland with the rest of the royal family, as the working monarchy keeps its distance. Plus, royal diplomacy is back in the spotlight: Kensington Palace confirms the Prince of Wales will make his first official visit to Saudi Arabia next month, as questions swirl over the timing - and politics - of the much anticipated US state visit. Image: Getty Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

22 Jan

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28 min
14/02/2025

Prince Harry’s subtle jibe? And the King’s rare joint appearance with PM Keir Starmer

Prince Harry and Meghan’s appearance at the Invictus Games has sparked speculation that the Duke of Sussex may have taken a subtle swipe at US President Donald Trump in his opening speech. And this week, the King dipped his toes in politics making a rare joint public appearance with Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Deputy PM Angela Rayner. And he managed to fit in a secret visit to the opera and a football club. Get in touch: theroyals@thetimes.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

14/02/2025

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28 min
19/06/2025

Inside the glamorous world of Royal Ascot

Roya and Kate take you with them as they attend Royal Ascot 2025—a dazzling celebration where time-honoured traditions, powerful thoroughbreds, and extravagant hats take centre stage. While Ascot Racecourse hosts nearly a month of racing each year, its crown jewel is the Royal Meeting each June, a highlight of the royal summer calendar. Join Roya and Kate as they go behind the scenes of this horse-racing extravaganza, speaking with some of the people who can explain the connection between the Royal Family, horse racing and fashion. You’ll hear from racing journalist Brough Scott, MBE; the late Queen’s Press Secretary Ailsa Anderson, LVO; Ascot Creative Director Daniel Fletcher; and an extraordinary father-daughter racing duo, Jamie and Saffie Osborne. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

19/06/2025

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36 min
04/12/2025

Chicken Wars: Can KFC still rule the roost? With KFC's Rob Swain

Fried chicken is booming in Britain - the market is now worth over £3bn a year. Up and down high streets, a whole new generation of fast food chicken restaurants have sprung up, buzzy US imports like Wingstop and Dave’s Hot Chicken, putting pressure on the established brands. In part, it’s down to Gen Z enthusiasm, driven by pop culture hits like Chicken Shop Date as well as viral ASMR videos of crunching, chewing and sizzling. So how can the market leader and established brand KFC maintain its dominance? And what does the fried chicken boom tell us about the way Britain - and British diets - are changing ? Guest: Rob Swain, General Manager, KFC UK & IrelandHosts: Hannah Prevett, Associate Business Editor, The Sunday TimesDominic O’Connell, columnist, The Times & business correspondent, Times Radio Producer: Miriam Hall Senior Producer: Julia Johnson Development Editor: Sandra Shmueli Executive Producer: Kate Ford Get in touch: thebusiness@thetimes.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

04/12/2025

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41 min
17/01/2025

Kate opens up about her cancer, William’s pint with Villa fans

Roya and Kate talk about the Princess of Wales’s emotional visit to the Royal Marsden Hospital where she had her cancer treatment. Meanwhile, the Prince of Wales’s paid tribute to the nation’s paramedics and still found time to talk to football fans over a pint in a Wetherspoon pub. And why Meghan, Duchess of Sussex has postponed her Netflix TV show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

17/01/2025

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29 min
29/11/2024

Inside the Palace refurb & Harry's Racy Netflix Doc

What the Buckingham Palace refurb means for the monarchy, an extraordinary video is released by Prince Harry and a special tribute to the teenager who inspired the Princess of Wales. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

29/11/2024

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26 min

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War, Stones and Metals!

We three kings: George, William and Charles reshape the Crown

Do Epstein files threaten US relationship with Royals?

Trooping the Colour, William the Statesman, and Trump’s State Visit

The Prince vs the press: emotional Harry gives evidence in High Court

Prince Harry’s subtle jibe? And the King’s rare joint appearance with PM Keir Starmer

Inside the glamorous world of Royal Ascot

Chicken Wars: Can KFC still rule the roost? With KFC's Rob Swain

Kate opens up about her cancer, William’s pint with Villa fans

Inside the Palace refurb & Harry's Racy Netflix Doc

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