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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Behind the scenes at Harry’s High Court showdown

Charlene, Chris, Lizzie, and Royal Commentator Afua Hagan unpack Harry's emotionally charged week fighting the Daily Mail's publisher in court. After Prince Harry gave evidence against the publisher of the Daily Mail, Charlene White is joined by Royal Editor Chris Ship, Royal Expert Lizzie Robinson, and Royal Commentator Afua Hagan to unpack what we've learnt and what might come next. Chris was in court as Prince Harry became almost overwhelmed with emotion, fighting back tears as he described how the press had made his wife's life "an absolute misery". Harry is one of seven claimants bringing this group action against the Daily Mail's Publisher Associated Newspapers Ltd (ANL), including Elton John, Liz Hurley and Baroness Doreen Lawrence, the mother of the murdered teenager Stephen Lawrence. They all claim ANL had written articles based on information, which was gathered unlawfully, like phone hacking, phone tapping and blagging. Associated Newspapers Limited denies the claims of wrongdoing and says the articles were based on 'legitimate sources' and 'carefully curated contacts'. The team explain why Prince Harry has chosen to fight the case now, why it's different from his previous legal battles with the press, and what happens if he wins. Also this week on Talking Royals: Where is Meghan? The Duchess of Sussex was not in the UK with Harry - indeed, the Prince has always said he would not bring his family back to Britain without his full personal security being reinstated. Now the pair are off to Sundance Film Festival, where they executive produced a documentary about Girl Scouts selling cookies. Plus, what's going on with Princess Eugenie and her father Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor? Reports suggest Eugenie has cut off all contact with him following a series of allegations relating to his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein - allegations he strongly denies. Meanwhile, the Prince and Princess of Wales were up in Scotland where they tried their hands at curling - and Kate managed to style out a precarious moment where she lost her balance on the ice! And, hot on the heels of a popular online trend: What was the Royal Family doing in 2016? We take a look back at the best photos of the year - from Harry and Meghan's third date in Botswana to the Queen's 90th birthday to Prince George's meeting with President Obama.

28 min
JAN 16

The secrets of the Royals' most iconic fashion looks

Charles may be King of England, but who is the King or Queen of royal fashion? How do Royals choose what they wear day-to-day? What is the most iconic Royal fashion moment ever? And just how influential was Princess Diana as a style icon? On Talking Royals this week, Charlene White is joined by Royal Editor Chris Ship, Royal Expert Lizzie Robinson, and Omi from fashion label Vin + Omi. The fashion brand has created pioneering fabrics and clothing from waste from the King’s royal estate. He tells us how the King loved their work so much that he would send boxes of his weeds to them during lockdown! The panel shares their favourite royal fashion moments - from Charles in pink to Kate's stunning coronation dress, and of course Diana's 'athleisure' look. Meanwhile, as workers prepare Marsh Farm, the rumoured next home for Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, when will he move out of Windsor and into Sandringham? On Thursday, the Prince of Wales traded in his suit for a flat cap and made his way to Herefordshire to raise awareness of rural mental health as patron of We Are Farming Minds. Plus, did you catch the Duchess of Edinburgh’s personal essay in the Daily Telegraph? Sophie is royal patron of Plan International and wrote to mark and raise awareness of 1000 days of war in Sudan.

34 min
JAN 9

Will 2026 see Meghan and family return to Britain with Prince Harry?

What does 2026 have in store for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle? Where will Prince George go to secondary school? And what do you do when a senior Royal catches you speeding round Buckingham Palace? On Talking Royals this week, Charlene White is joined by Royal Editor Chris Ship, Royal Expert Lizzie Robinson, and presenter and WellChild ambassador Laura Hamilton. The panel discusses Prince Harry’s forthcoming return to the UK for his court case against the publisher of the Daily Mail. Plus, the continuing debate over whether he will regain his publicly funded security, and if he does, will it pave the way for more visits from Meghan and the children - and a new relationship for them with their grandfather, the King? Laura also shares her experience sharing a stage with Prince Harry and a memorable run-in with Prince Philip. Looking ahead, the team explores what could be in store for the Royal Family in 2026, including where Prince George may attend secondary school. Elsewhere, the Prince and Princess of Wales have carried out their first public engagement of the year, visiting Charing Cross Hospital. To mark her 44th birthday, the Princess of Wales also released the final instalment of her Mother Nature series, featuring her walking through a wintry landscape. Plus, in a Talking Royals exclusive, we reveal rare, never-before-seen footage from Charles and Diana’s wedding in 1981.

29 min
2025-12-19

Talking Royals Quiz of the Year 2025

What tune did King Charles play on a carrot? What did Kate and Melania get up to during President Trump's state visit? Which UK radio station did Meghan Markle say she missed? Welcome to the second edition of the Talking Royals Christmas Quiz. Over five rounds of questions about the past year in the world of the Royal Family, Charlene White puts four experts - and you at home - to the test. You can play along with friends and family - and keep score to see how you fare against Chris' and Lizzie's teams.

40 min
2025-12-12

King Charles reveals 'good news' on cancer treatment: Everything we know now

On Talking Royals this week, Charlene White is joined by our Royal Editor Chris Ship, Royal Expert Lizzie Robinson, and social media Royal Commentator Amanda Matta. They discuss the King’s rare and deeply personal message as part of this year's Stand Up To Cancer campaign - as he continues to recover from his own cancer diagnosis. In his biggest update yet, he revealed his treatment will continue - but it will be reduced in 2026. He said: "Today I am able to share with you the good news that thanks to early diagnosis, effective intervention and adherence to ‘doctors’ orders’, my own schedule of cancer treatment can be reduced in the New Year," Charles said in his video message. "This milestone is both a personal blessing and a testimony to the remarkable advances that have been made in cancer care in recent years." Also on this week's Talking Royals: Prince Harry’s security arrangements will be reassessed in a move that could pave the way for him to bring his family to the UK on future visits. Could Charles soon be seeing more of his grandchildren? A letter from Meghan to her estranged father Thomas Markle as he heals from a recent leg amputation. We look at rare footage of a baby Prince William taking his first steps in front of cameras, alongside Diana and Charles. And we go inside the Queen's visit to the set of one of her favourite shows - Rivals - based on the novel by her late, great friend, Dame Jilly Cooper.

38 min
2025-12-05

Royals host lavish state banquet: What's it like cooking for the King?

On Talking Royals this week, Charlene White is joined by our Royal Editor Chris Ship, Royal Expert Lizzie Robinson and special guest, chef Francesco Mazzei. One of the leading Italian chefs in the country, Francesco cooked for the King and Queen, as well as a host of stars in Highgrove in February - in a feast to celebrate UK-Italian relations. He explains how he was blown away by the King’s knowledge of food and ingredients - and his interest in how they were all sourced. Plus, the first look at Kate's fifth ‘Together at Christmas’ carol service at Westminster Abbey. This year's theme was love, and it was on show as Kate was joined by her whole family. And - there can't be a state banquet without a royal cocktail, which means the team have once again recreated the King's mixologists' latest German-themed tipple.

29 min
2025-11-28

The King's Pranks: Former royal butler reveals secrets of life inside the Royal Household

On Talking Royals this week, Charlene White is joined by our Royal Editor Chris Ship, Royal Expert Lizzie Robinson and former royal butler Grant Harrold . Otherwise known as ‘The Royal Butler, Grant reveals all about the secrets of life inside the Royal Household, including the King’s penchant for a prank and the inside story of Will and Kate’s courtship. Plus, Chris and Lizzie explain more about the King’s Foundation after visiting its headquarters at Dumfries House – where Chris also had a VERY close encounter with a sheep… And – we get a look at what Harry and Meghan have been up to in the US for Thanksgiving – although some have called the cooking techniques into question.

35 min
2025-11-21

Another first on Kate's return from cancer treatment as she delivers speech

On Talking Royals this week, Charlene White is joined by our Royal Editor Chris Ship and Royal Expert Lizzie Robinson. They discuss the Princess of Wales’s busy week at work as she continues her gradual return after cancer treatment - which involved her first speech, and a reunion with Paddington the Bear. Plus, we take a look back at some of the best Royal Variety Performance meet-and-greet moments, and the best crossovers of superstars and monarchs. And - a sneak-peak of life in Meghan and Harry's house at Christmas, as a new trailer is released for the Duchess of Sussex's festive Netflix show.

30 min

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36 Ratings

Great show, but stop interrupting!

2024-03-03

Nanner93!

Lovely show. But I can’t help but be bothered by all of the times this gentleman interrupts his partner. Just some constructive criticism, it’s a great show.
Interruptus

2025-01-25

jjenm9

Great content, really knowledgable hosts. I echo the review that Chris interrupts too much. Let your co-Host finish her thought please! You lost a star for that ! But i will keep listening, w fingers crossed. UPDATE: Chris, PLEASE STOP INTERRUPTING, i will no longer listen, it is so disrespectful of your (female) co-host
Sound is Inconsistent

2021-06-19

Maddikin

I enjoy the commentary in this podcast, but recently Chris has been hard to hear as if he has changed microphones. It’s as if he’s relying on a built-in laptop mic that is too far away.
Enough

2023-01-06

#Teamboth

I have not tuned into this Podcast in several years. Out of curiosity I listened to a few minutes of the commentary on Prince Harry’s book. Had I been to give zero stars and right a review I would have done so. Flippant, dismissive sad relics. Happily deleting this podcast from my library.

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.