‘His Last Christmas?’ What does an Insider's quote about King Charles really mean?
An eyebrow-raising quote regarding King Charles. Our insider Deep Crown advises extreem caution.Meanwhile, the Germans were in town for a full-scale Windsor extravaganza: a glittering state banquet, a Black Forest–inspired cocktail, and Princess Catherine stealing the show (again) in white-tie and a tiara. The King and Queen even capped the visit with a chaotic, charming game of giant snakes and ladders. And in a rare fashion twist, Kate and Camilla broke long-standing royal protocol by turning up in matching shades of blue. We break down the drama, the diplomacy, and why this state visit ended with declarations of “unbelievable” hospitality — and a very enthusiastic “Happy Christmas!” from President Steinmeier.Hear our new show "Crown and Controversy: Prince Andrew" here.Check out "Palace Intrigue Presents: King WIlliam" here.👑 Follow our hit series Crown and Controversy! Season 1 is fully available now for everyone. Season 2 has new episodes every Sunday on the regular feed. GET THE FULL SEASON 2 BEFORE REGULAR LISTENERS as a subscriber! Hit that "UNINTERRUPTED LISTENING" Banner on the top of the Apple player. AND listen to Crown and Controversy "NORWAY'S ROYAL REBELS" here and get the full season as a premium subscriber now. 👑 The Palace Intrigue Social Hub is Live! Join the conversation on Facebook and Instagram or click the links to start your royal journey!
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Top 25 Royal Stories of 2025 Part Two: Wales Family Snubs Buckingham and Sussex – Kardashian Meltdown Explodes
In #10 through #6, William and Kate quietly ditch Buckingham Palace, the Sussexes spark Hollywood chaos at Kris Jenner’s birthday party, Meghan ignites a title-protocol firestorm, Kate’s hair transformation becomes a national talking point, and the biggest question of the year looms: will William strip the Sussex titles?Hear our new show "Crown and Controversy: Prince Andrew" here.Check out "Palace Intrigue Presents: King WIlliam" here.👑 Follow our hit series Crown and Controversy! Season 1 is fully available now for everyone. Season 2 has new episodes every Sunday on the regular feed. GET THE FULL SEASON 2 BEFORE REGULAR LISTENERS as a subscriber! Hit that "UNINTERRUPTED LISTENING" Banner on the top of the Apple player. AND listen to Crown and Controversy "NORWAY'S ROYAL REBELS" here and get the full season as a premium subscriber now. 👑 The Palace Intrigue Social Hub is Live! Join the conversation on Facebook and Instagram or click the links to start your royal journey!
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Crown and Controversy - 9. The Honeymoon
On Saturday we'll be sharing epsiodes of Crown and Controvery's first season. You can listen to the rest of Seaosn 1 and Season 2 in the Crown and Controversy feed AND you may also like Crown and Controversy: Norway.William and Kate escape to the secluded paradise of North Island in the Seychelles, where unprecedented security measures ensure complete privacy from the world's paparazzi. The palace maintains strict secrecy about their honeymoon location while the couple enjoys rare moments of normalcy away from royal protocol. Kate adapts to her new title and position while they build the foundation of their married life. As they return to Britain, the Queen offers specific advice about balancing duty with personal happiness in the years ahead.Hear our new show "Crown and Controversy: Prince Andrew" here.Check out "Palace Intrigue Presents: King WIlliam" here.👑 Follow our hit series Crown and Controversy! Season 1 is fully available now for everyone. Season 2 has new episodes every Sunday on the regular feed. GET THE FULL SEASON 2 BEFORE REGULAR LISTENERS as a subscriber! Hit that "UNINTERRUPTED LISTENING" Banner on the top of the Apple player. AND listen to Crown and Controversy "NORWAY'S ROYAL REBELS" here and get the full season as a premium subscriber now. 👑 The Palace Intrigue Social Hub is Live! Join the conversation on Facebook and Instagram or click the links to start your royal journey!
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Top 25 Royal Stories of 2025 Part One: Royal Year From Hell as Sussex Staff Flee and Charles Faces New Health Fears
From Montecito staffers bolting to Princess Anne unexpectedly going viral, the royal rollercoaster started early. We count down #25 to #11, including Netflix slicing the Sussex deal, Harry drowning in lawsuits, Meghan’s Paris limo fiasco, and growing concern over King Charles’ health. These are the stories the royals wish we’d stop bringing up.Hear our new show "Crown and Controversy: Prince Andrew" here.Check out "Palace Intrigue Presents: King WIlliam" here.👑 Follow our hit series Crown and Controversy! Season 1 is fully available now for everyone. Season 2 has new episodes every Sunday on the regular feed. GET THE FULL SEASON 2 BEFORE REGULAR LISTENERS as a subscriber! Hit that "UNINTERRUPTED LISTENING" Banner on the top of the Apple player. AND listen to Crown and Controversy "NORWAY'S ROYAL REBELS" here and get the full season as a premium subscriber now. 👑 The Palace Intrigue Social Hub is Live! Join the conversation on Facebook and Instagram or click the links to start your royal journey!
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**BONUS**Meghan’ Markle's Dad Fights for Life — Duchess Stays Mum and Sells Chocolate Bars
A wild Friday in Royal World: Meghan Markle’s estranged father is in intensive care after a life-saving leg amputation, with doctors calling the next few days “critical.” Family members are begging the Duchess for compassion — but the silence from Montecito is deafening. Royal insiders say the optics are disastrous, especially as Meghan promotes new floral-wrapped chocolate bars and Harry cracks jokes about President Trump on Colbert. We break down the Markle family emergency, the PR blowback, and the latest chaos as the Sussexes close out a brutally rough week.Hear our new show "Crown and Controversy: Prince Andrew" here.Check out "Palace Intrigue Presents: King WIlliam" here.👑 Follow our hit series Crown and Controversy! Season 1 is fully available now for everyone. Season 2 has new episodes every Sunday on the regular feed. GET THE FULL SEASON 2 BEFORE REGULAR LISTENERS as a subscriber! Hit that "UNINTERRUPTED LISTENING" Banner on the top of the Apple player. AND listen to Crown and Controversy "NORWAY'S ROYAL REBELS" here and get the full season as a premium subscriber now. 👑 The Palace Intrigue Social Hub is Live! Join the conversation on Facebook and Instagram or click the links to start your royal journey!
About Palace Intrigue : Kate Middleton - Meghan & Harry - Prince Andrew - Royal Family gossip
Palace Intrigue is your daily royal family podcast, diving deep into the modern-day drama, power struggles, and scandals shaping the future of the monarchy.From Prince Andrew’s latest controversies and the fallout shaking the royal institution, to Prince William’s expanding role as he quietly prepares for the throne, we cover every turn in the Windsor storyline — including the continuing turbulence surrounding Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, whose lives outside the palace remain a source of fascination and tension. We also track King Charles’ health and its impact on the crown, as well as Princess Kate Middleton’s recovery and what it means for the family’s public image.It’s a monarchy in transition — one navigating legacy, loyalty, and relentless media scrutiny. Think of it as The Crown: Season 17 — only this time, it’s happening in real life.Follow now for daily episodes filled with royal news, inside analysis, and the real stories behind the palace walls.
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