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THE WEEK THE LAW AND THE CROWD DISAGREED: ANDREW WINS A WARRANT, HARRY HEARS THE BOOS, AND THE MONARCHY GOES BACK TO ABERFAN

A High Court judge quashed the warrants police used to search Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s homes after Thames Valley Police conceded they were obtained under the wrong provision — and in the same breath made clear it ends nothing: the investigation continues and police are applying to keep what they seized. Days earlier, at Welford Road, Harry’s face went up on the big screen at the Leicester–Gloucester match and a section of the crowd booed, as his paid MasterClass on grieving Diana went live. Mark Francis on the gap between a verdict and a reputation. Plus Meghan in London with Malala, the Sussexes back in Nottingham, and three royals travelling to Aberfan sixty years on.

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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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Princess Diana's brother, Earl Spencer, has delivered a surprising verdict on the 2021 film Spencer, praising Kristen Stewart's portrayal of his sister while dismissing the movie itself.
Speaking with journalist Tina Brown, Charles Spencer says Stewart captured Diana's spirit despite looking little like her. He describes her performance as extraordinary but calls the film “terrible.”
Spencer also reveals that he has never watched Netflix's The Crown, despite the show's prominent portrayal of Diana.

Meanwhile, Hollywood legend Michael Douglas has shared intimate memories of his friendship with Princess Diana.

In his memoir, One Helluva Ride, Douglas recalls sitting beside Diana at a charity screening of Wall Street and apologizing for the film's language. Diana laughed off his concerns, and Douglas remembers their time together as an unusually personal connection.

He also describes a private dinner conversation that convinced him Diana was deeply unhappy in her marriage and wanted a different life.

Elsewhere, Zara Tindall has opened up about growing up with demanding parents and the pressure she experienced while training as an equestrian.

Zara says her father, Mark Phillips, rarely offered praise and could be a tough coach. Now raising three children of her own, she is trying to take a gentler approach.

And Princess Margaret's former lady-in-waiting, Lady Anne Glenconner, has revealed the rather unpleasant reason Margaret disliked champagne. According to Glenconner, the princess believed it made people's breath smell terrible.

Her new memoir also includes extraordinary childhood memories of playing with Princess Margaret and Queen Elizabeth, along with an unusual wartime scheme involving Adolf Hitler.
Meanwhile, King Charles's beloved Highgrove gardens contain two touching memorials to his late Jack Russell, Tigga. We explore the King's gardening passions, the restored childhood treehouse built for William and Harry, and the wildflower meadow he has cultivated for decades.
Finally, an exhibition celebrating Queen Elizabeth's wardrobe has become so popular that its run has been extended. The late Queen's enduring appeal is particularly strong in France, where millions continue to follow British royal history.

Questions this episode answers: What does Earl Spencer think of Kristen Stewart's portrayal of Princess Diana? Why did Diana's brother call Spencer a terrible film? Has Earl Spencer watched The Crown? What did Michael Douglas reveal about Princess Diana? Why did Douglas apologize to Diana during Wall Street? Was Diana unhappy in her marriage? What did Zara Tindall say about her father, Mark Phillips? Why did Princess Margaret dislike champagne? What childhood memories did Lady Anne Glenconner share? How does King Charles remember his dog Tigga? And why is Queen Elizabeth still so popular in France?

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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 William and Princess Catherine are reportedly taking a different approach to royal life, choosing to enjoy their public engagements while refusing to get drawn into the controversies surrounding Prince Harry, Meghan Markle and Andrew Mountbatten Windsor.

According to the Mirror’s royal editor Russell Myers, William and Kate are letting their work speak for itself rather than responding to the latest family disputes. The couple appear determined to have some fun along the way, presenting a more relaxed public image as they prepare for their future roles.

Royal author Ingrid Seward suggests Catherine could also play an important role in shaping a more modest monarchy when William becomes king. Her new book raises questions about whether the couple will maintain the Royal Family’s extensive collection of residences or choose a less extravagant approach.

Seward also reveals details of Kate’s childhood, including family adventure holidays in the Lake District that involved gathering firewood and bathing in tin baths.

And what is Kate really like behind palace doors?

Royal correspondent Emily Andrews says the private Catherine is much more playful than her formal public appearances might suggest. She recalls a practical joke during William and Kate’s 2014 visit to Australia, when Kate slipped a plastic spider into the lap of an unsuspecting aide who was frightened of spiders.

We also learn the Princess of Wales’s secret to drinking tea elegantly. According to etiquette expert Laura Windsor, Kate looks down into her cup rather than over its rim. And we revisit Prince Philip’s advice to Catherine about handling royal attention, including his warning that she was representing the monarchy rather than becoming a celebrity.

Meanwhile, Prince William has delivered a personal message for World Mental Health Day, urging people to reach out to anyone they fear may be struggling. William and Catherine have also supported a new toolkit designed to help sporting organizations recognize warning signs and begin potentially lifesaving conversations.

William has also helped launch a community emergency preparedness initiative, sharing a lighthearted moment with a woman whose home flooded while she was watching television.
And finally, William has quietly donated approximately $6,700 to former Royal Marine Dave “Dinger” Bell, who spent 327 consecutive days rowing alone across the Pacific and Indian oceans. The donation appeared under the name “William Wales,” a surname the prince previously used during his school and military years.

Questions this episode answers: Why are William and Kate refusing to discuss Harry, Meghan and Andrew? Is Catherine helping William plan a more modest monarchy? What was Kate Middleton’s childhood really like? Does Princess Catherine have a secret mischievous side? What practical joke did Kate play on a royal aide? What is Kate’s secret to drinking tea elegantly? What advice did Prince Philip give Catherine about being a royal? What did Prince William say about mental health and suicide prevention? How is William helping communities prepare for emergencies? Why did William donate $6,700 to a former Royal Marine? And why does Prince William sometimes use the name William 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.

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King WIlliam Season 3

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Diana dies in a Paris tunnel, fleeing paparazzi with her new boyfriend Dodi Fayed. Charles flies to Paris to bring her body home. He must tell William and Harry their mother is dead. The nation's grief is overwhelming, the anger at the royal family palpable. Charles walks behind Diana's coffin with his traumatized sons. His guilt about the failed marriage will haunt him forever. The ghost of Diana will shape everything that follows.

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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

One of Hollywood's most powerful executives has confirmed that he personally stepped away from managing Meghan Markle's career.

Ari Emanuel, the former head of William Morris Endeavor, told Megyn Kelly that he decided to stop personally representing the Duchess of Sussex because he had too many other professional commitments.

Emanuel insists the decision was not a reflection of Meghan's prospects, saying other agents at WME continue to represent her and that she is being booked for television and reality projects. However, he declined to identify any upcoming productions.

Meanwhile, Meghan's appearances at Soho Farmhouse are reportedly generating complaints from nearby residents.

Journalist Daisy McAndrew says a local WhatsApp group has been buzzing with stories about alleged special treatment and security arrangements surrounding Meghan's visits. McAndrew acknowledges that some of the accounts are fourth- or fifth-hand, making their reliability difficult to assess.

There are also renewed calls for Harry and Meghan to apologize publicly for their criticism of the Royal Family.

Express columnist Emily Wright argues that a private apology would not be enough and suggests the Sussexes should either issue a formal public statement or submit to a challenging television interview.

And Meghan's $148 advent calendar has sparked an unexpected controversy involving British clergy.

Former royal press secretary Dickie Arbiter and broadcaster Jeremy Kyle have criticized the Sussexes and their supporters following online attacks directed at people questioning the luxury product's price.

Journalist Antonia Hoyle also describes receiving days of personal abuse after writing a humorous column comparing Meghan's carefully presented country lifestyle with her own experiences in rural England.

But there is a surprising charitable twist. The controversy has helped boost sales of a much cheaper Christmas calendar supporting the Leprosy Mission, a charity once associated with Princess Diana.

Meanwhile, Meghan's $100 charity sweatshirt has reportedly sold out following its launch, with additional orders now being accepted.

And a Bentley once used by Queen Elizabeth the Second has gone up for auction. The luxury vehicle originally featured a specially designed tray for the late Queen's handbag, although the unusual accessory was removed before the car entered private ownership.

Questions this episode answers: Why did Ari Emanuel stop personally representing Meghan Markle? Is Meghan still signed with WME? Does Meghan have new television projects coming? Why are residents near Soho Farmhouse reportedly complaining about Meghan? Should Harry and Meghan apologize publicly to the Royal Family? Why is Meghan's advent calendar causing controversy? What did Dickie Arbiter say about the Sussexes? Why are journalists and clergymen criticizing Meghan's supporters? Did Meghan's charity sweatshirt sell out? How did Princess Diana's former charity benefit from the controversy? And what unusual feature did Queen Elizabeth's Bentley once have?

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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