Palace Intrigue : King Charles, Meghan Markle and all the Royal Family gossip

The birth of Prince George Alexander Louis on July twenty second, two thousand and thirteen creates worldwide celebration, but his first public appearance on the hospital steps marks the beginning of a lifetime under unprecedented scrutiny.

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 Shark Media network.

Why did Prince Harry leave the Royal Family?

It is one of the most searched royal questions in the world, but the answer is far more complicated than a single argument, a single interview, or a single decision.

In this special episode, we trace the full story of Prince Harry's departure from royal life, beginning with the death of Princess Diana in 1997 and the lasting impact it had on his relationship with the media, the monarchy, and public life itself.

We examine Harry's unique position as the "spare" to Prince William, his military service, the creation of the Invictus Games, and the challenges of building an identity inside an institution designed around the future king. We explore how William's marriage to Catherine and the births of Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis gradually changed Harry's place within the Royal Family and raised difficult questions about his long-term role.

The episode also looks at Meghan Markle's arrival in royal life, the excitement that surrounded their engagement and wedding, the growing media scrutiny, Harry's belief that history was repeating itself, and the increasing tensions between the Sussexes, Buckingham Palace, and Kensington Palace.

We revisit the South Africa interview that shocked royal watchers, the breakdown of the "Fab Four," the Sandringham Summit, and the dramatic events that led to Harry and Meghan stepping back as senior working royals in early 2020.

Finally, we examine the years that followed: the Oprah interview, the Netflix documentary, Spare, the ongoing security battle, the fractured relationships with King Charles and Prince William, and the debate that continues to divide royal observers around the world.

Was it Meghan Markle? Was it Prince William? Was it the press? Was it the institution itself?

The answer is yes — and no.

This is the complete story of how Prince Harry's life inside the monarchy collided with the life he wanted outside it, and why one of the most popular members of the Royal Family ultimately chose to walk away.

Follow Palace Intrigue for daily coverage of the Royal Family, including King Charles, Queen Camilla, Prince William, Princess Catherine, Prince Harry, Meghan Markle, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, Prince Louis, and the biggest royal stories from around the world.

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 Shark Media network.

As Prince William gets ready to celebrate his birthday, royal commentators examine his relationship with Prince Harry and the future of the monarchy. We look at Meghan Markle's latest As Ever controversy, her appearance wearing more than $100,000 in jewelry including Princess Diana's famous Cartier watch, and reports that Princess Catherine has formed an important new friendship within the Royal Family. Plus, Japan's imperial succession crisis offers lessons for monarchies around the world, King Charles launches a new product line inspired by Princess Charlotte, and an unexpected royal protocol mishap leaves the King laughing.

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 Shark Media network.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are reportedly planning a return to the United Kingdom next month with Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, a visit that would mark the children’s first trip to Britain in four years. We look at the security questions surrounding the proposed visit, what it could mean for Harry’s ongoing relationship with King Charles, and whether long-awaited family reunions might finally take place.

Meanwhile, a new report claims Harry is growing increasingly frustrated as efforts to reconnect with his father remain stalled, with royal aides reportedly refusing to commit to dates or provide clarity about the King’s schedule.

In California, Meghan hosted friends for a game night while Harry made headlines at the NBA Finals in San Antonio. Plus, a listener comment comparing Prince William and Prince Harry earns a well-deserved mention.

At Royal Ascot, Mike Tindall once again proved why he remains one of the Royal Family’s most entertaining figures, using a miniature chocolate top hat to make King Charles laugh. The Princess of Wales returned to Royal Ascot for the first time in two years, arriving in a striking yellow outfit that royal watchers may have recognized from previous appearances. We also discuss Prince William’s role at the races and the surprise appearance of King Charles’s former bodyguard, Jag Khangura.
And finally, disappointment for the King and Queen on the track as their horse Reaching High went from contender to last-place finisher in one of Royal Ascot’s most dramatic reversals.

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 Shark Media network.

Prince George is heading to Eton College, ending years of speculation about where the future king would continue his education.
In this special episode, we take a deep dive into the decision made by Prince William and Princess Catherine, why Eton ultimately beat other options, and what the choice reveals about the future direction of the House of Windsor.

We explore what life is actually like inside Eton College, including academics, boarding life, sports, military training, music, societies, traditions, and the school’s role in educating generations of British leaders.

How will George’s life change this September? What did William’s own experience at Eton teach him? Why did the Wales family decide to keep George close to Windsor? And what might this decision mean for Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis in the years ahead?

This is your complete guide to Prince George’s next chapter and the school preparing a future king.

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 Shark Media network.