Catching Up with the Royals

Spirit Studios

Catching Up With the Royals is a weekly podcast about the British royal family, taking you beyond the pomp and pageantry to uncover what’s really happening behind the headlines of the House of Windsor. Each week, reformed republican Reverend Richard Coles and royal expert Emily Andrews share their take on the latest royal news - from the moments everyone is talking about, to the stories quietly unfolding behind palace walls. Drawing on Emily’s years of experience travelling the world with the British monarchy, alongside Richard’s fascination with royal relationships and history, the podcast offers informed insight and behind-the-scenes perspectives you won’t hear anywhere else. But it’s not just about the news. Catching Up With the Royals also dives deep into the defining moments of royal history - from legendary royal scandals that shocked the world to lesser-known royal traditions and protocols. Richard and Emily explore how the past of the British royal family continues to shape the monarchy today. You can listen to Catching Up With the Royals, the podcast for anyone interested in the British monarchy, wherever you get your podcasts. You can also watch the show on YouTube and stream it on 5. Have a question for Richard and Emily to discuss on the show? Email us at royals@spirit-studios.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episodes

  1. What Prince William REALLY Thinks About His Rift With Harry

    6H AGO

    What Prince William REALLY Thinks About His Rift With Harry

    This week on Catching Up with the Royals, we unpack the latest Royal Family drama, including the feud between Prince William and Prince Harry, the ongoing Prince Andrew scandal and how Princess Eugenie and Princess Beatrice are really feeling about their parents being dragged into the latest Jeffrey Epstein files. Reverend Richard Coles and Royal correspondent Emily Andrews answer your burning Royal Family questions, from hidden palace protocols to the growing rift between Prince William and Prince Harry. What is William’s perspective on the feud and is reconciliation still possible? We also explore the latest news surrounding Prince Andrew and discuss how his and Sarah Ferguson’s royal status continues to shape public opinion. Plus, we dive into the unbelievable true story behind ITV’s new drama The Lady, inspired by Sarah Ferguson’s former royal aide, Jane Andrews. New episodes drop every Thursday on Spotify, Apple or wherever you get your podcasts - plus you can watch each episode on YouTube! 📥 Got a Question? Send your questions for future episodes to: royals@spirit-studios.com Watch on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@CatchingUpWithTheRoyals 📱 Follow Catching Up With the Royals: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CatchingUpWithTheRoyals  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/catchingupwiththeroyals/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    44 min
  2. Will the Epstein Scandal Destroy the Royal Family?

    6D AGO

    Will the Epstein Scandal Destroy the Royal Family?

    It’s been a dramatic week for the British Royal Family - fresh headlines about Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor have been at the forefront of the fallout from the latest Epstein files release. In this week’s episode Richard and Emily will be giving you the full low down of the developing Andrew scandal, discuss the Palace’s response so far and explore what this could mean for Prince Andrew’s future - including his relationship with King Charles and the wider royal family. Plus - after jetting off to Saudi Arabia with Prince William and Princess Kate, Emily will be sharing her behind-the-scenes insight into what the mood is really like inside royal circles as the Prince Andrew scandal unfolds and the family navigates this latest controversy. Also, have you ever wondered what it’s really like to date Prince William or Prince Harry? Well look no further, because this week we're also celebrating Valentine’s Day on Catching Up with the Royals as we dive into the secretive world of royal dating, romance and relationships. Richard and Emily explore what it’s really like to be romantically involved with a member of the British Royal Family - from intense media scrutiny and strict palace protocol to the pressures of dating under the global spotlight. They delve into the most fascinating royal love stories in British history, from iconic palace power couples to the realities of trying to date someone from one of the most famous families in the world. Plus, Emily reveals a surprising personal story about encountering a newly single Prince William in a nightclub - and what happened next! If you’re fascinated by royal relationships, royal romance, and life behind palace doors, this episode is not to be missed. New episodes drop every Thursday on Spotify, Apple or wherever you get your podcasts - plus you can watch each episode on YouTube! Watch on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@CatchingUpWithTheRoyals 📥 Got a Question? Send your questions for future episodes to: royals@spirit-studios.com 📱 Follow Catching Up With the Royals: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CatchingUpWithTheRoyals  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/catchingupwiththeroyals/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    45 min
  3. Do the Royals Hate the Press?

    FEB 5

    Do the Royals Hate the Press?

    Do the British Royal Family actually hate the press? Who really controls the narrative behind palace walls? In this deep dive episode, Richard and Emily explore the Royal Family’s long-standing relationship with the media, from the monarchy’s biggest modern PR disasters to the evolution of palace spin. We examine how Princess Diana’s media coverage reshaped royal reporting forever, the lasting impact of constant press scrutiny on figures like Prince Harry, Meghan Markle, and Prince William, and whether the monarchy can survive in an era of 24-hour news, social media, and relentless public attention. Behind the headlines and beyond the press releases, this is the truth about royal media power. New episodes every Thursday on Spotify, Apple or wherever you get your podcasts - plus, you can watch each episode on YouTube. Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CatchingUpWiththeRoyals Follows us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/catchingupwiththeroyals Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CatchingUpWiththeRoyals Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    43 min
  4. Prince Harry’s War, Andrew’s Exile & the Trump Dilemma

    JAN 29

    Prince Harry’s War, Andrew’s Exile & the Trump Dilemma

    Welcome to Catching Up with the Royals, your weekly dose of British Royal Family news, hosted by Reverend Richard Coles and Royal correspondent Emily Andrews. Is 2026 the year of a Royal Reset? Will Prince Harry rekindle his relationship with King Charles as his battle with the media intensifies? And what does the future hold for the monarchy as Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is sent packing? Each week, Richard and Emily unpack the biggest Royal headlines and insider stories. In this episode, they spill the royal tea on Prince William and Kate Middleton’s tactile displays of affection during their Scotland visit, the truth behind rumours that Princess Eugenie has cut ties with her father, and the diplomatic dilemma facing King Charles and Queen Camilla over a possible invitation from President Donald Trump. New episodes every Thursday. Watch and stream Saturday's on 5. Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CatchingUpWithTheRoyals Watch on 5: https://www.channel5.com/ Follow us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/catchingupwiththeroyals/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/CatchingUpWithTheRoyals  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    44 min

  5. JAN 26

    Introducing... Catching Up with the Royals

    Welcome to Catching Up with the Royals - a new weekly Royal Family podcast hosted by Reverend Richard Coles and royal correspondent Emily Andrews. Each week, Richard Coles and Emily Andrews go beyond the Royal news headlines to deliver exclusive royal insight and expert analysis on what’s really happening behind the scenes of the British Royal Family - from King Charles and Prince William to Harry and Meghan and the wider House of Windsor. Join Richard and Emily every Thursday as they share their take on the latest royal news, gossip, and palace intrigue. From the stories everyone is talking about to the developments quietly unfolding behind palace walls, this show offers informed commentary you won’t find elsewhere. Emily’s years travelling with King Charles, Prince William and the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, combined with Richard’s passion for royal history and his own royal connections, bring listeners trusted insight and insider perspectives. The show also explores the defining moments of Royal Family history, including famous royal scandals, hidden traditions, and long-standing palace protocols. By connecting past events to today’s monarchy, Catching Up with the Royals reveals how history continues to shape the modern Royal Family. If you have a burning Royal question for Richard and Emily get in touch by emailing royals@spirit-studios.com Follow us Catching Up with the Royals on: https://www.instagram.com/catchingupwiththeroyals Watch Catching Up with the Royals on our YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/@CatchingUpWithTheRoyals Tune in every Saturday at 1:55pm on 5: https://www.channel5.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1 min

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Catching Up With the Royals is a weekly podcast about the British royal family, taking you beyond the pomp and pageantry to uncover what’s really happening behind the headlines of the House of Windsor. Each week, reformed republican Reverend Richard Coles and royal expert Emily Andrews share their take on the latest royal news - from the moments everyone is talking about, to the stories quietly unfolding behind palace walls. Drawing on Emily’s years of experience travelling the world with the British monarchy, alongside Richard’s fascination with royal relationships and history, the podcast offers informed insight and behind-the-scenes perspectives you won’t hear anywhere else. But it’s not just about the news. Catching Up With the Royals also dives deep into the defining moments of royal history - from legendary royal scandals that shocked the world to lesser-known royal traditions and protocols. Richard and Emily explore how the past of the British royal family continues to shape the monarchy today. You can listen to Catching Up With the Royals, the podcast for anyone interested in the British monarchy, wherever you get your podcasts. You can also watch the show on YouTube and stream it on 5. Have a question for Richard and Emily to discuss on the show? Email us at royals@spirit-studios.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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