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It's another round of “Kate Is Wonderful” coverage, beginning with HELLO!'s praise for the Princess of Wales and her supposedly perfect royal curtsy during the Sultan of Oman's state visit.
But behind the compliments lies a bigger question: How much should the Royal Family try to appear ordinary?

Royal historians explain why William and Catherine's domestic anecdotes, Camilla's descriptions of quiet evenings with King Charles and carefully shared family moments are part of a centuries-old balancing act between relatability and royal mystique.

Kate's yellow state banquet gown also receives a glowing technical assessment from designer Amanda Wakeley, who explains the challenges of creating a dress suitable for a major royal occasion.

Meanwhile, Prince William is reportedly preparing significant changes for his eventual reign. The Prince of Wales has said he wants to question established traditions and make the monarchy more relevant, while insiders suggest he has little patience for doing things simply because they've always been done that way.

And royal author Robert Jobson reveals how Carole Middleton became an important source of emotional and practical support for William during Catherine's health challenges. According to Jobson, Carole helped care for George, Charlotte and Louis, kept the family's freezer stocked and even took William to the pub when he needed someone to talk to.

Questions this episode answers:
Why is Kate Middleton being praised for her royal curtsy?
How did Princess Catherine greet the Sultan of Oman?
Why are William and Kate trying to make the monarchy more relatable?
What do royal historians say about the importance of royal mystique?
What has Queen Camilla revealed about her private life with King Charles?
Why did Kate Middleton's yellow state banquet gown attract so much attention?
What changes does Prince William want to make when he becomes king?
Will King William abandon traditional royal protocols?
Why does William question the phrase “We've always done it this way”?
How did Carole Middleton support Prince William during Kate's cancer treatment?
Did Carole Middleton take Prince William to the pub for private conversations?
What role does Carole Middleton play in George, Charlotte and Louis' lives?
Will Carole Middleton become the Queen Mother when Kate becomes queen?

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Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Media network.

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Harry and Meghan announce they're stepping back from royal duties. Charles tries to negotiate, but Harry is resolute. The Oprah interview airs in March 2021, with Harry revealing that Charles stopped taking his calls and cut him off financially. Charles feels betrayed—he thought he was protecting the institution. Harry feels abandoned—he thought his father would protect him and Meghan. The rift mirrors Charles's own relationship with his parents. History repeating itself.

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Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Media network.

Also check out new seasons of

King WIlliam Season 3

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Did Prince William get jealous when Tom Cruise showered Kate Middleton with compliments? Radar Online claims the Prince of Wales was privately irritated after Cruise praised Catherine's beauty, personality and stunning purple gown at a London movie premiere. The alleged “jealous hissy fit” comes from unnamed sources.

William also revealed that he tried to move Travis Kelce out of a backstage photograph with Taylor Swift, George and Charlotte at Wembley, unaware of the significance of Swift posting her boyfriend on Instagram.

Meanwhile, Take That will perform in India for the first time at William's Earthshot Prize ceremony, and the prince has been invited onto an Aston Villa fan's YouTube channel after admitting he posts anonymously on football forums.

There's also the charming story of a young man who mistook Prince William for the singer Prince and wanted him to perform Purple Rain.

Plus, Helen Mirren recalls being too intimidated by Prince Philip to ask for milk with her tea, Lady Glenconner remembers Princess Margaret's childhood mischief, and Princess Anne laughs off an introduction that accidentally identified her as the Prince of Wales.

Questions this episode answers:
Did Prince William get jealous of Tom Cruise complimenting Kate Middleton?
What did Tom Cruise say about Princess Catherine?
Why did Prince William try to move Travis Kelce out of a Taylor Swift photograph?
Was William part of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's Instagram relationship milestone?
Is Take That performing at Prince William's Earthshot Prize ceremony?
Does Prince William secretly post on Aston Villa fan forums?
Why did someone mistake Prince William for the singer Prince?
What did Helen Mirren find awkward about having tea with Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip?
What was Princess Margaret like as a mischievous child?
Why was Princess Anne accidentally introduced as the Prince of Wales?

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Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Media network.

Also check out new seasons of

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are facing a fresh round of criticism from British commentators questioning their royal status, public appearances and financial future.

In The Times, Shaun Watson offers a satirical guide to spotting a “Real Working Royal” versus a “Fake Royal,” targeting the Sussexes' interviews, lifestyle products, family photographs and attempts to maintain a royal public profile.

The Guardian's Emma Brockes goes further, comparing Harry's recent GQ interview and public appearances to David Brent from The Office. Meanwhile, Australian columnist Daniela Elser questions how the Sussexes will continue funding their expensive lifestyle, suggesting a documentary about Princess Diana could be Harry's next major commercial success.
New anonymous-source reports also claim Meghan enjoyed comparisons with Kate Middleton following her Nottingham visit, while another account alleges the Princess of Wales has reached her breaking point over Harry and Meghan's return to Britain. Neither account establishes what Catherine privately thinks.

And in a lighter story, personalized British license plates resembling Harry and Meghan's names have reportedly sold for approximately $8,000 combined.

Questions this episode answers:
Why are British commentators calling Prince Harry and Meghan Markle “fake royals”?
What is the difference between working royals and the Sussexes?
Why did The Guardian compare Prince Harry to David Brent from The Office?
What criticism is Harry facing over his GQ interview and grief MasterClass?
How will Prince Harry and Meghan Markle make money in the future?
Is Prince Harry making a documentary about Princess Diana?
Are Harry and Meghan reportedly looking for a $19 million British home?
Could Meghan Markle return to acting?
Did Meghan's Nottingham visit make her more popular than Kate Middleton?
Is Kate Middleton reportedly upset about Harry and Meghan's return to Britain?
How much did the Harry and Meghan-inspired license plates sell for?

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Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Media network.

Also check out new seasons of

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Crown and Controversy: Kate Middleton

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Actor Vinnie Jones has declared that King Charles should have stepped aside after Queen Elizabeth's death and allowed Prince William and Kate Middleton to take the throne.

Speaking to Louis Theroux, Jones described himself as a committed royalist but questioned the changes that allowed Charles and Camilla to marry.

Meanwhile, Prince Harry is reportedly worried that Princess Eugenie is distancing herself from him and Meghan Markle. Anonymous sources claim the Sussexes want to understand why one of their closest royal relationships may be cooling.

The fallout from allegations against Meghan's father continues, with unnamed sources describing Harry and Meghan's anger at criticism of her earlier silence. Meghan's niece has defended her decision to keep her children away from Thomas Markle, who denies the allegations.

Royal commentator Tom Sykes has also questioned Meghan's account of her mental health struggles during her time as a working royal.

Elsewhere, the volunteer involved in Meghan's much-discussed Nottingham food bank exchange has been identified as a former solicitor and brewery owner, while reports examine the price of Meghan's designer wardrobe.

And an unfortunate scheduling coincidence means the closing ceremony of Harry's 2027 Invictus Games will fall on Queen Camilla's eightieth birthday.

Questions this episode answers:
Why does Vinnie Jones believe King Charles should have stepped aside?
What did Vinnie Jones say about William and Kate becoming king and queen?
Is Princess Eugenie distancing herself from Prince Harry?
Why is Harry reportedly worried about losing Eugenie's friendship?
What has Meghan Markle's niece said about the allegations against Thomas Markle?
Why is Tom Sykes criticizing Meghan's Oprah Winfrey interview?
Who was the volunteer involved in Meghan's Nottingham food bank exchange?
How much did Meghan Markle's recent designer outfits reportedly cost?
Will the 2027 Invictus Games clash with Queen Camilla's eightieth birthday?

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Palace Intrigue is a daily British royal family podcast covering King Charles, Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, Kate Middleton and the House of Windsor. New episodes every day. Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Part of the Caloroga Media network.

Also check out new seasons of

King WIlliam Season 3

Crown and Controversy Season 4

Crown and Controversy: Kate Middleton