Pod Save The Queen

Prince Harry and the Cambridges back to business

Fri, 17 Jan 2020 05:00:25 GMT

After the Sandringham Summit, the royal family has returned to some kind of normality with a series of public engagements.Prince William and Kate were in Bradford, while the Duke of Sussex was at Buckingham Palace for the Rugby League World Cup draw ahead of next year's tournament.Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers (@rjmyers) was at both events and joins Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper (@anngripper) is joined to discuss how they went. He also updates on the latest negotiations for Meghan and Harry's new roles and move to Canada.Join the conversation about the episode on Instagram and Twitter @podsave - and subscribe to follow the unfolding royal family news. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Queen's Sandringham summit statement sets the tone of Sussexit

Tue, 14 Jan 2020 17:14:49 GMT

Prince Harry and Meghan surprised the royal family by announcing their plans to step back from senior royal roles and be financially independent - but those plans are still not fully formed.With tensions running high and the Duchess of Sussex having already flown back to Canada to rejoin baby Archie, the Queen summoned her grandson to a summit at Sandringham with his brother Prince William and dad Prince Charles.After a day of talks, the Queen released a very personal statement to update on the progress and what lies ahead.Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper (@anngripper) is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers (@rjmyers) to reflect on the progress since the first announcement and where the royal family go from here. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Harry and Meghan quit The Firm - now what?

Thu, 09 Jan 2020 15:40:52 GMT

Prince Harry and wife Meghan returned from their break in Canada - and delivered the bombshell news they are stepping back as senior royals.The statement released by the Duke and Duchess of Sussex said they intended to become "financially independent" and "carve out a progressive new role" within the royal family as they balance their time between the UK and North America.Pod Save the Queen host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss what the announcement means for the Sussexes and for the rest of the royal family.Have your say on the episode on Instagram @podsave. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Royal review of the year

Mon, 30 Dec 2019 02:00:00 GMT

The royal year got off to a rocky start with Prince Philip's car crash - and that was just the first of the bumps in the road. While the arrival of Prince Harry and Meghan's son Archie was a happy highlight, their struggles with dealing with their new roles, as well as the changed personal and working relationship with the Cambridges mean it has not been plain sailing. But it was Prince Andrew, and his ill-judged Newsnight interview compounding his ill-judged friendship with Jeffrey Epstein, which really rocked the boat at the end of the year. Pod Save the Queen host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers and Daily Mirror editor Alison Phillips to dissect a difficult year for the Queen. And photographer Ian Vogler picks his picture highlights. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Kate's royally fashionable year

Mon, 23 Dec 2019 02:00:00 GMT

The Duchess of Cambridge has been setting style trends for years - but she seemed to up her game yet again in 2020.The Pakistan tour was a highlight in her fashion year, but there have been lots of other outings to savour too.Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper is joined by fashion director Rivkie Baum, stylist Megan Rees and Daily Star online lifestyle editor Sophie Roberts to discuss how Kate got it so right this year.They also look ahead to the trends we can expect to see transferred to the high street. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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A Berry festive royal Christmas

Thu, 19 Dec 2019 16:11:52 GMT

The royal family have held their annual Christmas lunch at Buckingham Palace - next stop Sandringham for the big day itself. Pod Save The Queen host is joined by commentator Susie Boniface - aka FleetStreetFox - and Mirror Online lifestyle editor Zoe Forsey to discuss how the royals spend Christmas in London and Sandringham.They also look back on the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's festive documentary with Mary Berry. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Meeting the royal Twitterati

Thu, 12 Dec 2019 13:51:36 GMT

The new generation of royals have inspired a new generation of coverage - on social media.They have inspired blogs, Twitter accounts, Facebook groups and fan pages and Instagram feeds.Royal watchers have created their own online community - and their eagle eyes have added a new dimension for royal fans.Pod Save The Queen host @AnnGripper interviews the people behind three Twitter accounts which have added to her own enjoyment of following the royal: @japanese_ginger, @ufonomore and @whatkatewore.Join the discussion of the episode on the team's Instagram page @podsave. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Prince Andrew's accuser's Panorama moment - and we're on tour with William

Thu, 05 Dec 2019 14:23:28 GMT

Prince Andrew may have stepped back from his public role, but he is still very much in the headlines. After his disastrous BBC Newsnight interview (discussed in the previous episode), this week a new interview with his accuser Virginia Giuffre was broadcast on Panorama.Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to pick through the allegations, revelations and latest on the fallout. Russell dials in from Prince William's royal tour to Kuwait and Oman to update us on the Duke of Cambridge's second big Middle East visit as he continues to grow into the statesman role of a future king. Back home, wife Kate has a new patronage and Princess Anne became the talk of the internet after the NATO reception at Buckingham Palace, where she joined the Justin Trudeau gossip circle and made an epic shrug at her mum the Queen. Join the discussion of the episode on the team's Instagram page @podsave. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Prince Andrew gets the sack

Thu, 28 Nov 2019 13:19:24 GMT

Prince Andrew's former friendship with paedophile Jeffrey Epstein and allegations around the Duke of York's own behaviour have been an ongoing problem for the royal family. The scrutiny increased after Epstein was found hanged in his prison cell in August having been arrested the previous month on charges of trafficking dozens of underage girls. But the situation exploded after Andrew's decision to give a TV interview to BBC Newsnight. Days after the broadcast, Buckingham Palace announced he was stepping back from public duties. As the fallout continues, Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss the Queen firing her son, how the royal family are dealing with the situation and why the interview was such a disaster. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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The Crown season 3 special

Wed, 20 Nov 2019 19:46:40 GMT

Netflix hit series The Crown has returned for its highly anticipated third season, with Oscar winning actress Olivia Colman stepping into the role of Queen Elizabeth II.Host Zoe Forsey is joined by Netflix oracle Lewis Knight, TV editor Helen Kelly and Head of Lifestyle Laura O'Callaghan. The panel talk through season 3 episodes, the real life events and how they are portrayed in the show and take a spin through the fashions of the era. Contains spoilers for The Crown. Audio clip and image courtesy of Netflix For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Remembrance wrap-up and William goes green at Centrepoint

Thu, 14 Nov 2019 13:48:26 GMT

The royal family marked Remembrance weekend with moving ceremonies and some stunning outfits - with the Queen's tear dominating front pages. Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper is joined by royal editor Russell Myers, deputy fashion editor Rivkie Baum and lifestyle editor Zoe Forsey to reflect on the weekend's engagements. They also talk Prince William's snazzy green jacket for the Centrepoint gala, birthday boy Prince Charles highlighting climate change and royal Christmas plans. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Secrets of the Queen's dresser plus the Royals' role in Remembrance

Thu, 07 Nov 2019 15:30:06 GMT

Angela Kelly has worked for the Queen for 25 years - and been given rare permission to write a book about Her Majesty.Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper (@anngripper) is joined by Mirror Online lifestyle editor Zoe Forsey (@ZoeForsey) to discuss what we learn about the Queen and her relationship with her trusted confidante from The Other Side of the Coin: The Queen, the Dresser and the Wardrobe.And as the royal family begin their annual role leading Britain's commemorations in the lead up to Armistice Day, Ann is joined by Royal British Legion head of remembrance Catherine Davies to discuss that longstanding relationship and what the future holds.Join us to #PauseToRemember at 11am on November 11 by respecting a digital #TwoMinuteSilence For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Meghan Markle, race and racism

Thu, 31 Oct 2019 03:00:00 GMT

On marrying Prince Harry, Meghan became the first mixed race member of the royal familyThe Voice newspaper's online editor Leah Sinclair (@leahsinclairr) and Mirror columnist Eva Simpson (@evamsimpson) join host Ann Gripper to talk about the Duchess of Sussex's role in changing attitudes, how racism and rows have overshadowed special moments and why it is important to talk about race - even, or especially, if it is difficult. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Inside Kate and William's Pakistan tour - and the designer's view

Thu, 24 Oct 2019 19:00:00 GMT

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have completed a successful visit to Pakistan - and made the most of their plans being disrupted by a thunderstorm.Express royal editor Richard Palmer (@royalreporter), who was on the plane with the royals when it returned to Lahore after failing to land in Islamabad, makes his debut on Pod Save The Queen.He joins host Ann Gripper (@anngripper) and Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers (@rjmyers) to discuss the tour's successes and memorable moments. And designer Nauman Arfeen (@Nauman_Arfeen), the man behind Prince William's stunning sherwani, reveals how it came about and the impact the tour has had in Pakistan.Join the team on Instagram @podsave For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Meghan and Harry's candid Africa interviews

Thu, 24 Oct 2019 17:52:06 GMT

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex spoke frankly with ITV news anchor Tom Bradby on several occasions throughout their recent Africa tour. That became the documentary Harry & Meghan: An African Journey.They spoke of their struggles in the limelight, Harry's relationship with William and his mental health battle.Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper (@anngripper) is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers (@rjmyers) and Express royal correspondent Richard Palmer (@royalreporter) to discuss the documentary, the royal family's reaction and what it means for the future of the Sussexes.They also discuss the Channel 4 Dispatches investigation into Prince Andrew's friendship with sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Kate and William wow in Pakistan as Harry gets emotional

Wed, 16 Oct 2019 23:03:00 GMT

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have made a fine start to their royal visit to Pakistan - and it has certainly had the X Factor. Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper (@anngripper) is joined by Mirror royal editor Russell Myers (@rjmyers), style director Amber Graafland (@ambergraafland) and online lifestyle editor Zoe Forsey (@ZoeForsey) to discuss the tour so far, as the Cambridges tread in Diana's footsteps, just as Harry did on his visit to Angola. They also talk about Meghan and Harry's emotional night out at the Wellchild Awards, new information about baby Archie and a big week for the Queen - with the Mirror's head of politics Jason Beattie (@jbeattiemirror) giving his three minute insider's guide to the Queen's Speech.Sign up for our royal newsletter to get daily updates at www.mirror.co.uk/email - and don't miss this week's team photo at instagram.com/podsave For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Fashion special! Meghan Markle's Africa tourdrobe

Thu, 10 Oct 2019 14:27:24 GMT

This week's Pod Save the Queen is a fashion special as we look back at the Duchess of Sussex's best looks from her Africa Royal Tour. Host Ann Gripper and Fashion Director Amber Graafland are joined by special guests Megan Rees and Zoe Cripps.Meanwhile, Lifestyle Editor Zoe Forsey caught up with Hannah Lavery, who designed the white shirt dress Meghan wore on the second part of the tour, to find out what it's really like to have a royal wear one of your dresses. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Princess Beatrice engaged and Harry and Meghan's royal tour wrap-up

Thu, 03 Oct 2019 13:28:03 GMT

Another royal wedding is on the horizon after Princess Beatrice and Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi announced their engagement!Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror style director Amber Graafland and lifestyle editor Zoe Forsey to get excited about wedding plans and enjoy the engagement pictures and congratulations.Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers dials in from Johannesburg to share details from the final week of the tour, where he saw Prince Harry's Angola visit up close and witnessed the Sussexes' powerful speeches - and the reaction to their strongly worded statement. We also hear from Tim Conibear, founding director of Waves for Change, one of the organisations Meghan and Harry visited on the Cape Town leg of their trip.And with the Cambridges' recent engagements - and their royal tour to look ahead to, it's a real bumper episode. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Royal tour hits South Africa - with Archie, PDAs and powerful speeches

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 02:00:00 GMT

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's South Africa tour is well under way - and Archie has already stolen the show. But when we are not getting gooey-eyed over the very cute little prince, and what his besotted parents are telling us about him, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are turning their stellar star power on some very serious issues. Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers, who is with the tour in South Africa to hear about the difference they are making. And style director Amber Graafland and lifestyle editor Zoe Forsey are in London to talk all things fashion and what's making the news. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Meghan’s Smart Works collection, royal holidays and the final countdown to Tour

Thu, 19 Sep 2019 16:28:58 GMT

We’re now just a few days away from Meghan and Harry’s Africa Royal Tour, and the preparations are well underway. Royal Editor Russell Myers talks through his final preparations - including a last minute trip to the embassy and a visa panic.Amber Graafland spills the beans on Meghan’s Smart Works collection as one of the lucky guests at the sunny rooftop launch last week.Zoe Forsey and Ann Gripper also chat with the Mirror’s travel writer Julie Delahaye to hear all about the fun holidays the Royals went on over the summer. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Princess Charlotte starts school - and the royal summer break is over

Thu, 12 Sep 2019 02:00:00 GMT

You know summer is over when those back to school pictures show up on your Facebook - and this year one of the new students was Princess Charlotte. She joins big brother George at Thomas's Battersea, with their parents holding their hands on that all important first day (all immaculately turned out of course). The grown up royals are heading back to work too, after a summer break where the peace got interrupted by a row over Harry and Meghan using private jets, Prince Andrew's links with a pervert and politicians visiting Balmoral to ask the Queen to suspend parliament. And that means it's back to school for us too, with host Ann Gripper joined by show regulars Russell Myers, Amber Graafland and Zoe Forsey for the first episode of Season 3. They look ahead to Meghan's return to work with her capsule collection for Smartworks and the Sussexes' Africa tour, as well as reflecting on the first royal engagements of the new season. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Duchesses of summer style and an awful lot of sunglasses

Thu, 25 Jul 2019 02:00:00 GMT

Meghan Markle and Kate Middleton have been wowing with their summer style. In the final episode before Pod Save the Queen takes a summer break until September, show host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror style director Amber Graafland to look back on the Duchesses' recent summer looks. They talk key looks, how many pairs of sunglasses a girl needs (with very different answers) and the royal trends we can expect to see transferring to the high street. Plus they talk about Prince George's VERY cute sixth birthday photos. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Archie's christening and Wimbledon photo rows

Wed, 10 Jul 2019 23:01:58 GMT

The Royal Family came together this week to celebrate the christening of little Archie.Zoe Forsey, Russell Myers and Amber Graafland talk through those two gorgeous official snaps and all the little details you might have missed.We also discuss Meghan's controversial trip to Wimbledon with a photo ban and a LOT of empty seats. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Archie's private christening, challenging royal tours and Prince William's big LGBT+ visit

Thu, 04 Jul 2019 15:21:48 GMT

Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor will be christened in the Queen's chapel at Windsor Castle this weekend - but the heightened privacy around the ceremony has sparked some debate.One thing we do know is Meghan's family won't be there, as the family rift remains and the Duchess of Sussex seeks only positive role models for her son.Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper is joined by royal editor Russell Myers and lifestyle editor Zoe Forsey to discuss the christening plans, a busy week of royal visits, news of upcoming royal tours to Africa for the Sussexes and Pakistan for William and Kate, and Mike and Zara Tindall's affectionate appearance on Top Gear.They also catch up on William's historic visit to Albert Kennedy Trust, an LGBT homeless charity, and reflect on how much has changed for Meghan in a very short space of time. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Royal Ascot, Royal Foundation and The Frogmore Renovation

Wed, 26 Jun 2019 23:01:15 GMT

It's been a busy week for the Royal Family with one of their favourite events of the year - Royal Ascot. We've looked at all the best moments from the celebration (including a very, very funny moment from Mike Tindall) and Amber Graafland gives her fashion verdicts.Zoe Forsey steps into the host chair to chat with Royal Editor Russell Myer to explain exactly what all the figures from the Sovereign Grant actually mean, including how much the renovation work at Frogmore Cottage has cost the taxpayer and why we didn't get any numbers from Princess Eugenie's wedding.And the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's split from the Royal Foundation, the charity Princes William and Harry set up... Russell explains what this will mean for all the good causes they support.Pod Save The Queen is on Instagram, catch all the latest news with Mirror Royals and if you like what you hear, leave a review or subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Rainbow Queen writer Sali Hughes on royal fashion

Thu, 20 Jun 2019 02:00:00 GMT

Journalist and broadcaster Sali Hughes has admired the Queen since she was a little girl and has written a fabulous new book called Our Rainbow Queen. She met up with Daily Mirror fashion director Amber Graafland, a Pod Save The Queen regular - and as Amber is also a huge admirer of HRH they had a lot to talk about! They discuss the reasoning behind the Queen's iconic style choices and how colour has played such a huge role throughout her reign. From the neon outfit that she wore for her 90th birthday celebrations to her trusty Launer handbag, this week's Pod Save The Queen is a true celebration of our vibrant monarch's influential style. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Prince Louis steals Trooping The Colour show and Harry follows in Diana's footsteps

Thu, 13 Jun 2019 02:00:00 GMT

Trooping The Colour is a favourite fixture in the royal calendar as the Queen's family gather to celebrate her official birthday - complete with Buckingham Palace balcony photo and flypast.Prince Louis made his debut, joining George and Charlotte waving from the balcony at the planes and the crowds. And Meghan made her first appearance at an official engagement since Archie's arrival last month.Daily Mirror style director Amber Graafland casts her eye over the fashion while royal editor Russell Myers updates host Ann Gripper on the latest royal engagements - and Prince Harry's plans to visit Angola to carry on mum Diana's work on landmines. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Trumps and tiaras come to dinner at Buckingham Palace

Thu, 06 Jun 2019 02:00:00 GMT

Donald Trump has been hosted by the Queen for a State Visit to the UK - and joined the D-Day landing commemorations in Portsmouth. The formal visit meant a State Dinner at Buckingham Palace in white tie and ballgowns, with the Queen, Camilla and Kate bringing the bling with tiaras and royal regalia and First Lady Melania the picture of elegance. Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers was there - and he joins Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper and Mirror style director Amber Graafland to discuss all the goings on during the Trumps' UK stay. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Donald Trump's State Visit to the Queen is nearly here

Thu, 30 May 2019 02:00:00 GMT

The Queen will host US President Donald Trump for a State Visit next week - with all the pomp and circumstance that goes with it.After last year's non-State visit, where Trump and First Lady Melania visited the Queen at Windsor Castle, this will be a step up.But this is not just a royal visit, it is a political one too.Daily Mirror head of politics Jason Beattie and royal editor Russell Myers join Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper to discuss what we can expect in pageantry, politics and pitfalls - and the somewhat chaotic political situation the visitors will find in the UK.They also look ahead to Prince Harry visiting the opening game of the cricket World Cup, after meeting the teams' captains ahead of the Buckingham Palace garden party.If you enjoy this episode, catch up on Jason's previous appearance on Pod Save The Queen, where we discussed the politics of royal tours. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Private moments of Cambridges and Sussexes on camera - and royal wedding 3

Thu, 23 May 2019 02:00:00 GMT

We've seen the Sussexes and Cambridges as we've never seen them before this week - with behind the scenes pictures released of very special moments. Meghan and Harry posted a stunning series of black and white wedding photos to mark their anniversary, providing a whole new perspective on the royal wedding. Then we saw Prince Louis walking for the first time as he joined his brother George and sister Charlotte exploring the garden mum Kate has created for Chelsea Flower Show. Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers and style director Amber Graafland join Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper to discuss the new pictures. And they also talked about the third royal wedding at St George's Chapel inside a year, when Lady Gabriella Windsor married Thomas Kingston. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Prince William joins Mirror Next Gen youth takeover

Tue, 21 May 2019 23:43:10 GMT

Three teenagers got even more than they bargained for in their day working on a special Next Gen edition of the Mirror. Prince William had agreed to do a text message interview over the new Shout mental health support charity launched by Heads Together earlier this month.So Chloe Kennedy, 16, Jaspreet Khatkar, 17, and Arron Manning-Jack, 14, joined Royal Editor Russell Myers in quizzing the future king on bullying, mental health and young people.Afterwards they joined Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper to talk about their experience and how they see the royal family. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Heads Together for Mental Health Awareness Week and an Archie update

Wed, 15 May 2019 22:55:11 GMT

William, Kate and Harry started Heads Together three years ago to change the conversation on mental health.Initially, finding celebrities willing to add their voices was a struggle - now they are able to bring megastars like Katy Perry to the table, partly thanks to the candid conversations William and particularly Harry have had publicly about their own mental health struggles after the death of their mother, Princess Diana.In Mental Health Awareness Week, Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers and Gemma Sherlock, host of the all new mental health podcast 'No Really, I'm Fine', to discuss the royals' impact.And Zoe Forsey talks to Dave Smithson of Anxiety UK and Annie Belasco of Pandas Foundation about their work and the impact of being one of the 16 mental health related accounts followed on Instagram by @SussexRoyal.Plus the team catch up on Archie Mountbatten-Windsor's first few days, look ahead to Harry and Meghan's first anniversary, another royal wedding at Windsor and some major football dates for William. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Pod Save The Archie

Wed, 08 May 2019 20:30:16 GMT

The wait is finally over for expectant parents Meghan Markle and Prince Harry - and for the world. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex welcomed their baby son at 5.26am on May 6, just as the sun was rising. Harry excitedly shared the news a few hours later in an unexpected press call which did not go entirely to plan behind the scenes.Two days later, with Meghan alongside him, new dad Harry carried his baby out to introduce him to the world. Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper catches up with Daily Mirror Royal Editor Russell Myers about how events unfolded, while Richard Innes, co-host of the First Time Dads podcast, and style director Amber Graafland share their thoughts on the Sussexes' first days as parents. And with the news of the baby's name breaking late - and Meghan and Harry choosing not to give their son the courtesy title Earl or Dumbarton - Zoe Forsey provides an added update. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Happy Birthday Princess Charlotte and Royal Baby watch latest

Thu, 02 May 2019 14:35:55 GMT

Princess Charlotte turns four today - will her Sussex cousin be a birthday twin?As the wait for the arrival of Meghan and Harry's little one continue, Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers, who is in Windsor on baby watch, and royal writer Zoe Forsey.They discuss what Harry's Netherlands trip means for the arrival of the royal baby, royal visitors at Frogmore Cottage and Russell's special delivery to speed the baby's arrival.And as it's Princess Charlotte's birthday, the team discuss what we know about Charlotte so far - and Zoe gets some insight into royal birthday parties from Norland nanny expert Louise Heren, writer of British Nannies and the Great War. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Meghan and Harry's Africa plan and royal baby with a difference

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 02:00:44 GMT

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are doing things differently when it comes to the arrival of their royal baby.They won't be posing on the hospital steps, they are interested in hiring an American nanny - and plans are being drawn up which could see them working in Africa for several years.Pod Save the Queen host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers and style director Amber Graafland to discuss the latest on the Sussexes, the royals' Easter gathering and the newly released pictures of Prince Louis.They also discuss what Harry and Meghan's recent plans could mean for the kind of royals they will be, why they have such a unique opportunity to make a big impact - and the tightrope they will need to tread. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Victoria writer Daisy Goodwin on history vs drama, gender politics and modern echoes

Thu, 18 Apr 2019 10:00:59 GMT

SPOILER WARNING: This podcast was recorded just after Series 3, Episode 4, when London is hit by a cholera outbreak.Historical drama Victoria reigns supreme for ITV on Sunday nights - and has an empire abroad too on PBS and others.Writer Daisy Goodwin joins Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper to discuss where history and drama meet, and why you can still have spoilers when you are writing about history. They also discuss womens' limited power at the time, why the Victorian age fascinates and its echoes with Queen Elizabeth II's reign. But what would Victoria think of Brexit...? For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Meghan's baby bump holding and all the royal body language secrets

Thu, 11 Apr 2019 02:00:00 GMT

Meghan Markle's pregnancy has been notable for many things: the dramatic announcement as the royal tour began, the designer wardrobe - and cradling her bump throughout. The Duchess of Sussex has had a busy programme of engagements over the last few months, which have given royal watchers plenty of opportunities to observe how she is settling into royal life. Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper spoke to body language expert Judi James to discover why Meghan has been so keen to hold her bump - and the other signals the royals are sending. How has Prince Harry changed since Meghan's arrival? Do the Sussexes and the Cambridges get on? And how are William and Kate, Charles and Camilla's relationships in the month of their eighth and 14th wedding anniversaries? For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Baby Sussex is nearly here - what can we expect with the new royal baby?

Thu, 04 Apr 2019 16:10:50 GMT

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are about to become parents for the first time - but there is still plenty to do before the baby's arrival. Their new household is set up, they've moved into their Windsor home and already have their social media accounts up and running. And it has not yet been revealed where Baby Sussex will be making an appearance. Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper is joined by Mirror royal editor Russell Myers, style director Amber Graafland and writer Zoe Forsey to discuss what we do and don't know about the next royal arrival. They also discuss the pros and cons of royals' perfect poses on the hospital steps, what their life will be like in Windsor and what the baby might be called. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Fashion special! Meghan Markle's maternity wardrobe

Thu, 28 Mar 2019 10:00:00 GMT

Meghan Markle is now on maternity leave as she prepares for the imminent arrival of Baby Sussex. The Duchess seems to have sailed through her pregnancy, with a deluge of public engagements and no compromise on the high heels. Her maternity wardrobe is the envy of mums to be, with a host of bespoke pieces, designer labels - and a few classy high street choices too. Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror style director Amber Graafland, beauty writer Zoe Cripps and fashion assistant Megan Rees to pick their highlights. They discuss how Meghan has experimented with her style and evolved her hair and makeup as she settles in to her royal role before taking on another huge job: being a mum. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Meghan and Harry's new household

Mon, 18 Mar 2019 16:24:02 GMT

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have some big changes coming up: they are moving house, becoming parents - and setting up their own royal household.The Duke and Duchess of Sussex reportedly originally wanted an independent setup, but instead will have their office based at Buckingham Palace with the Queen's.The Kensington Palace staff seem set to remain with Prince William and Kate, but the Sussexes have hired a big name for their first appointment: Sara Latham, who worked on Hillary Clinton's Presidential campaign.Pod Save the Queen host Ann Gripper is joined by royal editor Russell Myers and style director Amber Graafland to discuss the big changes for the Fab Four.They also talk about recent royal visits to Morocco and Northern Ireland, as well as share readers' comments on their discussion of Meghan's baby shower.Send in your thoughts to podsavethequeen@trinitymirror.com and you could be featured on the next episode.Leave a review on iTunes, Acast or wherever you are listening - and don't forget to subscribe! For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Meghan's jetset week from New York baby shower to Morocco visit

Thu, 21 Feb 2019 17:49:50 GMT

With two months to go until her baby arrives, Meghan Markle shows no signs of slowing down just yet. The Duchess of Sussex flew to New York this week to enjoy a luxury baby shower with her showbiz friends, including Serena Williams, Priyanka Chopra and Abigail Spencer.Getting together with your friends before such a radical life change is always fun, and the American tradition has been catching on in the UK too, but the scale of the bash thrown for Meghan has drawn some criticism. Pod Save the Queen host Ann Gripper debates the issues with royal editor Russell Myers and reporter Zoe Forsey. And they look ahead to Meghan's trip to Morocco with Prince Harry, where protests around the anniversary of the Arab Spring have raised security concerns. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Kate the surprise speaker and red carpet queen in busy royal week

Thu, 14 Feb 2019 19:02:08 GMT

Kate Middleton has brought the wow factor this week.The Duchess of Cambridge dazzled in two beautiful designer dresses at the BAFTAs and 100 Women In Finance awards, not to mention a Chanel tweed suit for a mental health conference. But the speech she gave at a conference about mental health in education was extra special: personal and spontaneous.Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers brings the stories behind the royal engagements to this week’s Pod Save The Queen while style director Amber Graafland offers her fashion insights.Host Ann Gripper and the team also discuss Meghan Markle’s latest speech, engagements for William, Harry, Camilla and the Queen, and the returning headache of Thomas Markle. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Secrets of Princess Diana's fashion story

Fri, 08 Feb 2019 16:11:22 GMT

Princess Diana is a style icon - an unlikely destiny for a woman reputed to own only four outfits when she became engaged to Prince Charles.The story of how she transformed from a teenager who loved to borrow clothes from family and friends into a fashion inspiration is told in the Diana: Her Fashion Story exhibition at Kensington Palace.Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper and Daily Mirror style director Amber Graafland were lucky enough to be given a private guided tour by assistant curator Isabella Coraça.Join them as they walk through the exhibition for a fascinating insight into Diana’s style and how effectively she used her fashion choices to orchestrate her public image.The exhibition also explores the close relationship Diana developed with her favourite designers though original fashion sketches. Highlights include the Victor Edelstein gown Diana famously wore at the White House when she danced with John Travolta and a Versace dress worn in 1991 for a portrait taken by Patrick Demarchelier that was later featured on the cover of Harper’s Bazaar following her untimely death in 1997.The exhibition runs until February 17. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Fab Four go bananas for royal engagements

Wed, 06 Feb 2019 16:19:48 GMT

Meghan Markle is making the most of her time before she goes on maternity leave, with a string of royal engagements.The Duchess of Sussex's decision to write messages on bananas being given to sex workers caught the eye as she brought her spontaneity to Bristol.And it's been a busy time for husband Prince Harry too, as well as for Prince William and wife Kate as the Fab Four start 2019 at pace.Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers and style director Amber Graafland to discuss the impact the royals have had - and the missed opportunities.They also pick their best fashion moments from the recent engagements and look ahead to what comes next. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Prince Philip crashes into PR disaster

Mon, 21 Jan 2019 17:02:45 GMT

Prince Philip walked away after his Landrover was involved in a crash near the Sandringham estate - and straight into a PR disaster.The proudly independent Duke of Edinburgh has always loved driving. He has a reputation as a daredevil, even apparently threatening to throw the Queen out of the car when she didn't like the speed he was going.Initial relief that he walked away unscathed merged with concern for the 97-year-old continuing to drive. But his reappearance two days later driving without a seat belt caused anger, as has the treatment of the others involved in the collision.Pod Save the Queen host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss whether it is the end of the road for the Duke of Edinburgh behind the wheel. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Meghan Markle gets to work as patron

Thu, 10 Jan 2019 17:40:53 GMT

Meghan Markle has officially taken up her first four patronages - and made her first visit as patron.The Duchess of Sussex had been tipped to take over from the Queen as patron of the National Theatre, and also added roles working with an animal welfare charity, a charity helping women back into work and the Association of Commonwealth Universities.She kicked off her time as patron with a visit to Smart Works in West London.Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper was joined by royal correspondent Russell Myers and style director Amber Graafland to discuss Meghan's new jobs.They also discussed Prince William's visit to the London Air Ambulance, upcoming engagements for the Sussexes and Cambridges - plus the final scores for royal engagements and fashion bills in 2018. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Behind Meghan and Harry's move to Windsor

Fri, 21 Dec 2018 15:56:55 GMT

The royal family is assembling at Sandringham for Christmas, with the Sussexes and the Cambridge family among the guests.The family time comes during a period of increased attention on the relationship between William and Harry, Kate and Meghan after the announcement the newly-weds would be moving to Windsor, rather than staying at Kensington Palace. That news unleashed a swathe of claims of tensions between the couples and how palace staff find Meghan behind closed doors.And Thomas Markle's reappearance with a new interview hardly helps the festive spirit of peace and goodwill to all men.Daily Mirror royal correspondent Russell Myers joins Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper to discuss the tensions - and what the royals can look forward to at Christmas and beyond.Pod Save the Queen will return in January. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Up close with Prince Charles at 70

Thu, 15 Nov 2018 18:03:38 GMT

Prince Charles has celebrated his 70th birthday - and all but four of those years have been spent as king in waiting.When that time does eventually come, Charles will continue to use his network as a force for good (even if he will no longer meddle)."Neutral, but not neutered." That is the view of John Bridcut, who spent a year with the Prince of Wales for a BBC documentary to mark the milestone birthday and got a unique view of his life, work and family relationships.As well as following the Prince in his work, John interviewed Camilla, William and Harry to get their view on the public and private man.He joined Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper to share his behind the camera stories and reflect on the man who will be king.He also discussed how Charles has changed in the decade since his last big birthday, which he had also made a documentary about, and how Prince Harry is coming into his own.Pod Save The Queen is having a week off, but we'll be back shortly! For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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A Tusk Project night out and Harry and Meghan's double act

Fri, 09 Nov 2018 18:41:58 GMT

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle returned from their first royal tour last week - and left a lasting impression.The Duchess of Sussex showed she means business with a series of impressive speeches, and her presence is helping her husband evolve his own royal role for the years ahead.Fresh from his time with the royals Down Under, Daily Mirror royal correspondent Russell Myers joins Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper to discuss why the pair are so good together.They also reflect on Prince Charles turning 70 and his recent tour to Africa, William and Kate's appearance at the Tusk Awards and the importance of Remembrance events this weekend. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Royal tour fashion special: Hits, misses and an unsung hero

Wed, 31 Oct 2018 17:03:57 GMT

Meghan Markle has come through her first royal tour with flying colours - and an expanded wardrobe.A schedule which packed in 76 engagements in 16 days in four countries, including everything from welly-wanging to wreath-laying and dinner with a king, was always going to need a wide range of clothes.In all there were 39 outfits , featuring 29 dresses, six coats, eight bags, 17 pairs of shoes, three pairs of trousers, six blazers, two hats and three pairs of sunglasses, adding up to £60,000 . And that's before you get to jewellery.The Pod Save The Queen fashion team of Amber Graafland, Zoe Cripps and Megan Rees joined host Ann Gripper to discuss their favourite looks, the ones that missed the mark and what we learned about the Duchess's style on this tour. Plus Zoe identifies her unsung hero of the tour. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Our sneak preview of Meghan Markle's wedding dress exhibition

Fri, 26 Oct 2018 00:07:01 GMT

Meghan Markle's beautiful Givenchy wedding dress and incredible embroidered veil lived up to their billing for the wedding of the year.Now a new exhibition at Windsor Castle gives fans the chance to see the beautiful detail up close - and hear the Duchess of Sussex and Claire Waight Keller talking about its creation.Meghan and Harry both give their own accounts of key details for their wedding on the audio guide for A Royal Wedding: The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, which opens today.Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper and fashion director Amber Graafland joined a preview at Windsor Castle where curator Caroline de Guitaut talked them through the finer details.From hearing about the hours of painstaking work that went into the creation, to seeing details it's too easy to miss in photos, get up close with the exhibition with them. And visit yourself until January 6 (it's included with a Windsor Castle ticket) - or at Holyroodhouse from 14 June to 6 October next year. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Life on the Royal Tour with a royal baby on the way

Wed, 24 Oct 2018 14:31:22 GMT

The Royal Tour has been a huge success, with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle proving to be a big hit Down Under.The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have visited Australia for the Invictus Games, with additional trips to New Zealand, Tonga and Fiji.Meghan pulled out of a number of events at the weekend and on Monday, blaming tiredness as she is 14 weeks pregnant.Daily Mirror royal correspondent Russell Myers joins Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper to talk about what life is like on the road with the much-loved couple… and the demands a gruelling schedule is placing on the pregnant Duchess of Sussex. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Princess Eugenie perfect in Pilotto - Royal wedding fashion special

Fri, 12 Oct 2018 16:03:48 GMT

Princess Eugenie had a tough act to follow as she walked down the same aisle as Meghan Markle had done just five months ago.But the bride at the second royal wedding of the year had a show-stopping style of her own thanks to a gown by Peter Pilotto and an extravagant tiara from the royal collection .As Eugenie and her husband Jack Brooksbank celebrate their start to married life with friends and family, the Pod Save The Queen team discuss all the fashion details of their big day.They take in the details of the dress, plus Eugenie's hair and make up, not to mention Sarah Ferguson's hat, Princess Beatrice's maid of honour look and Kate and Meghan turning to favourite names. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Meghan and Harry's tour is going to be epic in every sense

Thu, 04 Oct 2018 18:20:45 GMT

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are tackling 76 engagements in 16 days on their visit to Australia, Fiji, Tonga and New Zealand - and details of their royal tour engagements are now in.The Duke and Duchess of Sussex will focus on youth leadership, social, economic and environmental challenges. But other themes running through their first royal tour include sport, mental health, theatre, women's empowerment and food as a force for community.Fresh from a briefing at Buckingham Palace, Daily Mirror royal correspondent Russell Myers joins Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper to pick out the highlights.They also discuss how Palace briefings work, Meghan and Harry's first official visit to Sussex and the Duchess of Cambridge's return to royal duties after maternity leave. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Meghan Markle takes some big solo steps

Fri, 28 Sep 2018 11:41:04 GMT

Meghan Markle has launched her first solo project - and her mum was there to see it.Doria Ragland joined her daughter and son-in-law Prince Harry for the celebration of the Together cookbook the Duchess has created with a community kitchen near Grenfell Tower.And there were more firsts for the Duchess of Sussex this week too, with her netball debut on her sportiest royal engagement yet, and her first royal engagement alone at a Royal Academy preview night.Mirror photographer Ian Vogler joins Pod Save the Queen host Ann Gripper to reflect on Meghan's solo steps.They also look ahead to the upcoming royal tour and reminisce about Ian's time on tour with the Cambridges in 2014. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Who will design Eugenie's dress? Royal wedding fashion special

Fri, 21 Sep 2018 14:42:50 GMT

Princess Eugenie will marry fiance Jack Brooksbank three weeks today in the second royal wedding of the year.The couple will tie the knot in St George's Chapel, Windsor - just as Prince Harry and Meghan did in May.After Meghan wowed in her Givenchy dress and spectacular veil, Eugenie has a hard act to follow.But Eugenie, who is ninth in line to the throne, clearly loves fashion and has developed her own style. She has already revealed the designer will be British based, but who will it be? Fashion director Amber Graafland joins Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper to run through the main contenders. They also reflect on their favourite Eugenie looks, tiara options and get mildly obsessed by her Alberta Ferretti look in Harpers Bazaar For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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We're excited for the Royal Tour and Royal Wedding extravaganza

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 14:01:42 GMT

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have returned from their summer break - and a night out at Hamilton is an ideal first day back at work.The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have a busy autumn to look forward to as they travel to Australia for the Invictus Games and a royal tour which also takes in New Zealand, Tonga and Fiji.Before that there is the not so small matter of Princess Eugenie's royal wedding to Jack Brooksbank, which is set to be a two-day extravaganza.Pod Save the Queen host Ann Gripper is joined by Russell Myers, Amber Graafland and Zoe Forsey to look ahead to an exciting few weeks.The royal podcast team also reflect on Meghan and Harry's recent appearances, Zara Tindall's recent interviews and Kate getting the George and Charlotte for going back to school. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Royal remembrance at Amiens and let's all go to Balmoral

Thu, 09 Aug 2018 16:44:50 GMT

Prince William was the royal representative at the commemoration service 100 years on from the Battle of Amiens. The battle was a turning point in World War One as the Allies combined ground and air force to push back the enemy, and the Duke of Cambridge was joined by Prime Minister Theresa May for a moving memorial at Amiens cathedral.Royal reporter Russell Myers was in northern France for the event and joins Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper to discuss the latest royalnews.They are also joined by fashion writer Danielle Stacey and travel writer Julie Delahaye to look back on Daisy Jenks' wedding to Charlie van Straubenzee, Eugenia and Beatrice's Vogue Interview and how the royals spend their summer holidays.And the team are taking a summer break too, returning in the autumn - subscribe to be the first to hear when Pod Save The Queen returns. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Thomas Markle and the Yorks get personal in public

Thu, 02 Aug 2018 16:14:21 GMT

Thomas Markle vowed he would not stay quiet until he was back in contact with daughter Meghan - and he has stayed true to his word.After yet another outspoken interview, there have been high level meetings at Kensington Palace on how to get the situation belatedly under control.But he is not the only one discussing deeply personal things with journalists. Princess Eugenie has appeared in Vogue with sister Beatrice, and Zara Tindall revealed the heartbreak of two miscarriages in a Sunday Times interview.Royal reporter Russell Myers and fashion director Amber Graafland join Pod Save The Queen Host Ann Gripper to discuss the royals getting personal in public.For Harry and Meghan, it is still very much the love bubble judging by their glamorous smooch at the polo - and they have a birthday day out at a friend's wedding to look forward to. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Thomas Markle the headache that won't go away

Wed, 18 Jul 2018 20:14:22 GMT

At what should be the happiest time of her life, Meghan Markle has an unwanted headache.Her dad Thomas has declared he will keep giving interviews until the royals break their silence in his latest bizarre bid to mend his relationship with his daughter, who he says has not returned his calls for two months.Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper is joined by Mirror columnist Alison Phillips, fashion directer Amber Graafland and reporter Russell Myers to discuss why the royal family have lost control of the situation, the impact it is (or isn't) having and what happens next.They also discuss Donald Trump's meeting with the Queen, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's visit to the Nelson Mandela exhibition, royals at the Wimbledon finals, the gorgeous pictures of Prince Louis's christening and plans for Princess Eugenie's wedding. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Fashion special: Dissecting Meghan's Irish tourdrobe and this week's other royal looks

Fri, 13 Jul 2018 16:20:16 GMT

Meghan Markle has completed her first royal visit abroad with Prince Harry - which meant we were able to enjoy her first tour-drobe.The Duchess of Sussex packed in four outfits in 24 hours on her visit to Ireland.With wall-to-wall designer labels rather than high street picks, the cost of the ensembles was eye-watering - and some of them divided opinion.Having already discussed the substance of Harry and Meghan's Dublin visit on Pod Save The Queen with Russell Myers, who travelled on the tour, the Mirror's fashion team join podcast host Ann Gripper to turn their attention to the tour's style.They also look back on Meghan's outfit for the RAF centenary, her nods to Audrey Hepburn and all the looks from Prince Louis's christening. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Up close with Meghan and Harry's Irish tour

Thu, 12 Jul 2018 16:18:55 GMT

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are the couple of the moment - and they took their showbiz glamour to Ireland for their first royal visit abroad.With political meetings, cultural events and inevitably a taste of Guinness, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex made a flying visit to Dublin this week.The Daily Mirror's Russell Myers, fresh from his trip to the Middle East with Prince William, joined them for a packed schedule. He joins Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper to discuss the royals' reception, their relationship and the people they met.They also reflect on Prince Louis' christening. Subscribe to the show to make sure you get part two of the Irish tour - dissecting Meghan's fashion choices. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Up close with Prince William's Middle East tour

Wed, 04 Jul 2018 16:36:09 GMT

What is Prince William like in person? How did the royal tour of the Middle East pan out? And what is it like to fly on the royal plane?Russell Myers (@rjmyers) joined the Duke of Cambridge on his historic visit to Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories, and he joins host Ann Gripper (@anngripper) to reflect on a trip set to have a long term impact on William's future priorities.The @MirrorRoyal team also look ahead to Prince Louis's christening and Meghan and Harry's visit to Ireland. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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William the peace envoy and Meghan's latest outing

Wed, 27 Jun 2018 16:54:07 GMT

Prince William's Middle East tour was already historic as the first official royal visit to Israel since the country's birth 70 years ago.But it took on even greater importance when Israeli President Reuven Rivelin gave the Duke of Cambridge a message of peace for the Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas.With a complicated history and tinderbox present, the Daily Mirror's head of politics Jason Beattie explains the context of William's visit in the latest episode of Pod Save The Queen.And reporter Russell Myers, who was in the room for William's meeting with the President, joins host Ann Gripper via Skype to provide an update from the tour itself.But in a podcast of two halves, there is still time to discuss the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's latest appearance. Meghan and Harry joined the Queen for a celebration of Commonwealth young leaders at Buckingham Palace yesterday.And more information about the newlyweds' Irish visit and the details of Prince Louis's christening. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Meghan Markle's love-in with the Queen - and Givenchy

Tue, 19 Jun 2018 18:46:27 GMT

Meghan Markle's first visit with the Queen went swimmingly, with the pair pictured in fits of laughter in Chester.And the Duchess of Sussex has made her Royal Ascot debut too, joining the grand royal family day outMeghan wore Givenchy for both outings, and Claire Waight Keller's designs look set to become a staple in her wardrobe.One month on from her wedding to Prince Harry she has taken to royal life with aplomb - but her dad Thomas popped up this week to throw a spanner in the works again with a TV interview.Daily Mirror fashion director Amber Graafland (@ambermirrorfash) and reporter Russell Myers (@rjmyers), who was with the royals in Cheshire, join Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper (@anngripper) to discuss an eventful week. They also discuss THAT Oscar de la Renta dress, Prince William's upcoming tour of the Middle East and the Tindalls' baby news. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Meghan makes her balcony debut with her Prince

Tue, 12 Jun 2018 19:12:45 GMT

Meghan Markle married her Prince in Windsor - but they enjoyed a belated Buckingham Palace balcony moment after Trooping the Colour.It may have been the formality of the Queen's birthday celebrations, but the new Duke and Duchess of Sussex's love still shone through.And Meghan kept her own sense of style too, with a customised hat and unusual dress.Amanda Dishaw, editor of the Meghan's Mirror and What Would Kate Do blogs, joins Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper to discuss Meghan's latest royal outing, her planned trip to Chester with the Queen and the Cambridges' day out at the polo.They also reflect on the impact Meghan's public life before Harry has on the level of interest in the newest royal, and how the USA and Canada have been covering her start in royal life. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Royal body language special: How Meghan has changed Harry - and will shake up the family

Mon, 04 Jun 2018 18:39:03 GMT

Meghan Markle wowed with her poise on her wedding day - while Prince Harry showed his nerves.The world was wrapped up in the beauty of the St George's Chapel service, the stunning bride, besotted groom and glamorous guests.But for body language expert Judi James there was an extra layer of fascination: what was happening below the surface.Judi joined Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper to discuss how Harry and Meghan's relationship has evolved, their loving wedding day moments and what was going on in their official wedding photos. They also discuss how William and Kate differ, Doria Ragland's place among the royals, Sarah Ferguson's (not so) big arrival, the constancy of the Queen and Prince Philip - and the infamous Charles and Diana engagement interview. Plus the coded signal the Queen sends with her handbag... For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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What the photographer saw at Harry and Meghan's wedding (and first engagement)

Thu, 24 May 2018 17:10:18 GMT

Prince Harry and wife Meghan were straight back on royal duty just three days after their wedding.The newly minted and newly wed Duke and Duchess of Sussex joined Prince Charles and Camilla for a garden party to mark Charles' 70th birthday on Tuesday.Daily Mirror photographer Ian Vogler was there, fresh from his stint on a Windsor rooftop for Saturday's royal wedding celebrations.He joined Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper to share his thoughts on two very different days.He also gives his photographer's verdict on Alexi Lubomirski's official wedding photos of Harry and Meghan. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Up close with Meghan and Harry's modern fairytale wedding

Mon, 21 May 2018 17:51:22 GMT

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle had promised a wedding that reflected them as a couple - and they totally delivered.The fairytale day exceeded all expectations and even the sun shone. From Meghan's dress to the raucous evening celebrations, it was a day filled with joy and love.Meghan's decision to ask Prince Charles to walk her down the aisle was entirely vindicated, as he put both the bride and her mother Doria at ease, and the guests' seating plan gave us an insight into who really is in the royals' inner circle.On her final day in the job, Daily Mirror royal correspondent Victoria Murphy joined Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper to dissect all the details and reveal what she saw in Windsor.Meghan's dress was a statement that she means business, and her working life as the Duchess of Sussex begins almost immediately. We reflect on the memories made on Saturday - and what lies ahead for the newly-weds. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Meghan Markle springs a surprise in Givenchy - wedding fashion special

Sat, 19 May 2018 17:21:32 GMT

Meghan Markle made a beautiful bride, as we knew she would - but her wedding dress designer came as a surprise.With Ralph & Russo, Stella McCartney and Erdem the names swirling in the air, Prince Harry's wife-to-be stepped out of her car to reveal an incredible Givenchy gown and veil created by Claire Waight Keller.The dress was perfectly understated, allowing other details in her look to shine through.MirrorFashion's Amber Graafland, Zoe Cripps and Danielle Stacey join Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper to dissect all the details of Meghan Markle's wedding day look. They also talk bridesmaids, page boys, the mother of the bride, best dressed celebrity wedding guests - and Kate re-wearing her outfit. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Harry and Meghan are getting married in the morning - and Charles will be at her side

Fri, 18 May 2018 17:49:41 GMT

Meghan Markle's mum was tipped to walk her down the aisle when her dad fell ill - but instead Prince Charles is stepping into the breach.But Prince Harry's bride is expected to walk part of the way with her bridesmaids and page boys before her father-in-law-to-be accompanies her on the last stage of her journey to the altar.Daily Mirror royal correspondent Victoria Murphy sends in her verdict from Windsor as Daily Mirror fashion director Amber Graafland joins Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper in the studio to reflect on the surprise choice, and the final details emerging for the big day. They also discuss what we can expect from Meghan Markle's wedding dress, the fashion moments to look out for and all the excitement as the royal wedding build-up reaches fever pitch. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Royal travel special: Windsor, wedding eve hotels and honeymoons

Wed, 16 May 2018 15:13:13 GMT

Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper is joined by the Daily Mirror consumer editor and Windsor regular Ruki Sayid and online travel writer Julie Delahaye to provide a flavour of what royal fans should look out for if they're heading to Windsor for the royal wedding and discuss ideal honeymoon options.What can visitors expect from Windsor? And what would you find at Coworth Park and Cliveden House Hotel if you decided to splash out on a visit? For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Meghan's dad throws plans into chaos - so now what?

Tue, 15 May 2018 16:23:00 GMT

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's best-laid plans have unravelled in the week of their royal wedding.Meghan's dad Thomas was due to walk her down the aisle at St George's Chapel on Saturday, a role officially confirmed at a royal briefing 10 days ago.But after it emerged he had apparently collaborated with a photographer for set-up pictures, and with reports of ill health too, he pulled out of coming to the UK for his daughter's big day.Daily Mirror royal correspondent Victoria Murphy joins Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper to discuss Thomas Markle's no-show, whether he could still be there and who might replace him alongside the bride.They reflect on how the news seemingly surprised Palace staff - and Meghan possibly finding out from website reports that her dad was not coming. Plus they talk about two men who do look set to be there, Prince Philip and Primate Michael Curry, and the wedding reception menu. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Timetables, tiaras - and are Ralph & Russo really designing Meghan Markle's wedding dress?

Tue, 08 May 2018 14:30:59 GMT

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding is just 11 days away - and the big questions are getting answered.We now know Meghan's dad Thomas will walk her down the aisle, but there is a special role for Meghan's mum too.But what will the bride wear for her big day? The chances of Ralph & Russo being behind the wedding dress of the year seem to be increasing.Daily Mirror royal correspondent Victoria Murphy joins Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper and fashion writer Danielle Stacey to discuss who will design the royal wedding dress - as well as the tiara options Meghan will be able to choose from.They also go through the details of the timetable for the big day, the nods to Princess Diana we already know about and how Meghan's dress will be kept secret on the big day.Plus they look back at the new pictures of Prince Louis and Princess Charlotte's birthday - plus how the newly-weds will delay their honeymoon. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Finally it’s Prince Louis - and Prince William is Harry’s best man

Tue, 01 May 2018 15:46:12 GMT

The royal baby arrived quickly - but then we had a long wait to discover his name.By the time we find out Prince William and Kate Middleton's third child would be called Louis Arthur Charles, Kensington Palace had announced some royal wedding news.William was confirmed as his brother's best man, saying he was "honoured" to get the job.Daily Mirror royal correspondent Victoria Murphy joins Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper to talk about the significance of both announcements - and the people involved.They discuss why the name announcement might have taken so long, who the newest royal is (and isn't) named after and the brotherly relationship between William and Harry.They also look back on William and Kate's wedding day and highlight some new royal memorabilia arrivals. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy

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Hello baby Cambridge 3 - tell us your name!

Wed, 25 Apr 2018 18:13:40 GMT

The Cambridge family are getting to know their new little prince - and hopefully at least they know his name.

Kate Middleton gave birth to her third child on Monday, and emerged looking extraordinarily poised and glamorous alongside Prince William a few hours later to introduce him to the world.

Princess Charlotte almost stole the show with her confident waving on a day she made history. And was Prince George being affectionate or an annoying big brother as they headed into the hospital to meet their little brother?

Daily Mirror royal correspondent Victoria Murphy and fashion director Amber Graafland join Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper to discuss all the Lindo Wing comings and goings and possible options for when the baby eventually gets his name.

They also reflect on Prince Charles' approval as head of the Commonwealth, Meghan Markle's latest appearances, including ANZAC Day - and the Queen's delight at Justin Trudeau and the State banquet.

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Meghan Markle brings California style as weather and engagement diary hot up

Wed, 18 Apr 2018 19:32:25 GMT

Meghan Markle put her own style stamp on royal duties once again as she joined Prince Harry for a Commonwealth event in London.

The bride-to-be smartened up a beach style dress with a blazer and killer heels - but have you ever seen a royal shrug a jacket on their shoulders like that?

Daily Mirror royal correspondent Victoria Murphy and fashion writer Danielle Stacey join Pod Save the Queen host Ann Gripper to discuss Harry and Meghan's growing royal role, with a flurry of engagements over the next week.

They reflect on the announcement of the wedding photographer and who isn't on the royal wedding guestlist, plus discuss the importance of the Commonwealth in Harry and Meghan's future roles.

As well as answering readers' questions on everything from the wedding party to Germaine Greer's comments about Meghan bolting, they look ahead to the Queen's birthday, discuss Prince Philip's recovery - and the death of the Queen's last corgi.

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What to expect from the arrival of royal baby number three

Tue, 10 Apr 2018 14:10:46 GMT

The parking suspension being in place outside the Lindo Wing can only mean one thing: it's royal baby time again.

So what happens next? Daily Mirror royal correspondent Victoria Murphy has visited the hospital to check the lie of the land and tells Pod Save the Queen host Ann Gripper what we can expect.

They also discuss why the Lindo Wing is such a popular choice for mums who go private, and why the NHS would not have been practical for a royal birth.

The ins and outs of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's charity choices for their wedding giftlist are discussed - and the one big difference from William and Kate's.

There is also time to reflect on Prince Charles and Camilla's Australian visit and why they spent their wedding anniversary apart, plus Prince Phillip's recovery from hip surgery.

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Royal family shows and no-shows for Easter

Tue, 03 Apr 2018 14:55:10 GMT

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle missed the royal family's Easter celebrations - and William and Kate nearly missed them too.

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge were late for Sunday's church service at St George's Chapel, Windsor. The pair arrived after the Queen - a real royal no-no.

Princess Eugenie and fiance Jack Brooksbank attended the service at the chapel, which will host both their wedding in October and that of Harry and Meghan in May.

Daily Mirror royal correspondent Victoria Murphy and fashion director Amber Graafland join Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper to discuss all the royal Easter celebrations, a very young driver and Prince Philip's absence.

Plus they dissect the latest royal wedding details, including the announcement of the flowers and armed forces' involvement - and Andrew Morton's new biography Meghan: A Hollywood Princess.

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Meghan has royal baby plans of her own as Kate goes on maternity leave

Wed, 28 Mar 2018 14:04:09 GMT

With her third child due next month, the Duchess of Cambridge is taking a break from official duties.

And Meghan Markle raised expectations of another royal birth before too long with her comments on her visit to Northern Ireland with fiance Prince Harry.

Daily Mirror royal correspondent Victoria Murphy and fashion director Amber Graafland join Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper to discuss the royal baby prospects, Kate's maternity fashion highlights and what the new baby might be called.

Plus they reflect on how the royal family will mark Easter at Windsor, the latest royal wedding news, the design of the official royal wedding china - and Amber's unexpected encounter with the Queen.

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Wedding cake for a new generation - and remembering Diana years with Jennie Bond

Thu, 22 Mar 2018 19:33:00 GMT

New details of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding have been announced this week: the wedding cake baker and invitation design .

With two royal weddings and a royal baby to look forward to in 2018, it is easy to forget the turmoil the royal family found itself in in the 1990s.

But those events are vividly recalled by Jennie Bond, whose time as BBC royal correspondent from 1989 to 2003 took in two royal break ups and the death of Princess Diana.

As a new biography of Prince Charles rakes up that difficult time, Jennie joins Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper to reflect on the annus horribilis of 1992, why Princess Diana still captivates - and why Camilla should be Queen.

They also discuss Harry and Meghan's blending of the modern and the traditional for their big day, which royal would be best in the I'm a Celebrity jungle and how listeners can be part of a wedding gift for Prince Harry and Meghan with The Crown From The Crowd project by Photobox.

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Meghan takes her place in royal pecking order - but who will walk her down the aisle?

Thu, 15 Mar 2018 18:21:53 GMT

Meghan Markle has completed her first official engagement with the Queen, joining the royal family for the Commonwealth Day service at Westminster Abbey.

Daily Mirror royal correspondent Victoria Murphy and fashion writer Danielle Stacey join Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper to discuss how it went, THAT moment when Harry made her laugh, the fashion highlights, who was made to sit further down the line and a first Commonwealth Day since Prince Philip retired.

They also debate candidates to walk Meghan down the aisle, the merits of getting your other half to teach you to drive and reflect on the Queen's official consent to the royal wedding.

Plus they discuss Harry's speech about mental health, which royal events are public and why Meghan isn't at all of them.

And there's also time for Zara Phillips at the Cheltenham Festival, Prince William not going to the World Cup and the upcoming TV movie of Harry & Meghan: The Royal Love Story.

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The rebranding of Meghan Markle - and two royal wedding milestones

Fri, 09 Mar 2018 18:31:06 GMT

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle headed to Birmingham this week as they continue their pre-wedding tour of the country.

There were hugs for schoolchildren, plenty of talk about the weather and some subtle changes to Meghan's style.

Daily Mirror royal correspondent Victoria Murphy was in Birmingham and joins fashion director Amber Graafland to discuss the visit with Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper.

Meghan's baptism and confirmation are reported to have taken place this week, and it is thought she had a pre wedding get together of friends too - so was that the hen do?

Plus the team look ahead to Meghan's first official engagement with the Queen.

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Meghan Markle sets out charity ambitions as Fab Four make their debut

Thu, 01 Mar 2018 15:55:13 GMT

The new Fab Four made their official debut as Meghan Markle joined fiance Prince Harry, Prince William and wife Kate for the Royal Foundation Forum.

With Meghan set to become the fourth patron as she marries into the royal family, the young royals discussed their charity initiative so far and their hopes for the future.

So what will Meghan bring to the foundation's work? How did the four get on on stage? And what did we learn from the first appearance of the Fab Four?

Plus we discuss royal security concerns after an envelope with white powder arrived at Kensington Palace, Kate's National Portrait Gallery work - and whether the Spice Girls are the band Meghan and Harry really, really want at their wedding.

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The Queen on the front row, Kate on the back foot - and latest on Meghan's dress

Wed, 21 Feb 2018 22:48:41 GMT

The Queen provided a fashion first this week by joining Vogue editor Anna Wintour on the front row of London Fashion Week.

And the Duchess of Cambridge and Sophie Wessex hosting a Commonwealth fashion showcase on her behalf at Buckingham Palace represented the royal family embracing the impact they already - sometimes reluctantly - have on fashion.

But did Kate make the right decision when it came to her Bafta Awards dress when actresses wore black for #TimesUp? What is the latest on Meghan Markle’s wedding dress? And how did reality TV star Millie Mackintosh end up helping plan Meghan’s big day?

Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper is joined by royal correspondent Victoria Murphy and fashion director Amber Graafland to discuss the week’s fashion talking points - plus Prince William’s motorbike escapade.

And they answer readers’ questions about Harry and Meghan’s upcoming royal wedding.

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Picture perfect Meghan Markle and a royal wedding behind the camera

Wed, 14 Feb 2018 18:40:49 GMT

Wedding pictures capture special memories of a couple's big day - but when it comes to a royal wedding, those pictures travel around the world.

Daily Mirror royal photographer Ian Vogler joins Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper to discuss life following the royals from behind the camera lens.

He shares his memories of covering William and Kate's wedding, looks ahead to Harry and Meghan's big day and reflects on how Meghan Markle is settling into royal life.

Plus there's the usual round-up of royal headlines.

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Feminist Meghan Markle uses a power suit to rewrite the royal fiancée rulebook

Mon, 05 Feb 2018 17:41:45 GMT

Feminist Meghan Markle suited up with the help of Alexander McQueen for her first evening engagement alongside Prince Harry at the Endeavour Fund Awards in London last week.

Her tailored outfit caused no distractions - a sleek, polished and empowered choice, according to the Daily Mirror's fashion and beauty director Amber Graafland.

Meanwhile, pregnant Kate divided opinion in some bold, floral numbers during her tour to Sweden and Norway. We discuss where she might have gone wrong.

With the expertise of the Daily Mirror's royal correspondent Victoria Murphy, stand-in host Lucy Clarke-Billings asks how successful the Scandi trip was for Britain, what impression Charles and Camilla gave during their appearance on This Morning and how Meghan is forging her own path.

Victoria also gives her opinion on whether Sarah 'Fergie' Ferguson has really been snubbed by Prince Harry and Meghan...

Plus a roundup of the latest royal news.

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William and Kate's royal tour with a political point

Wed, 31 Jan 2018 23:02:52 GMT

Prince William and Kate Middleton are on a royal tour to Sweden and Norway - but their visit is also a political one.

With Brexit looming, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge represent Britain's charm offensive to Europe.

But that doesn't mean the visit is all work, as they make friends with Sweden's Crown Princess Victoria and her husband Prince Daniel.

Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper is joined by royal correspondent Victoria Murphy, who is travelling with the Cambridges, and head of politics Jason Beattie to discuss where politics and the royal family meet.

How political are the royals allowed to be? How does the Queen fit in - and what does she make of her Prime Ministers? And how has William and Kate's visit to Sweden been going?

Plus they round up the latest rumours about Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding - including whether the bride might make a speech.

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Royal wedding bonanza as Princess Eugenie gets engaged

Wed, 24 Jan 2018 07:21:24 GMT

Princess Eugenie's engagement announcement adds another royal wedding to the calendar, hot on the heels of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's nuptials.

With the issue of how to pronounce Eugenie's name quickly dealt with, host Ann Gripper and Daily Mirror royal correspondent Victoria Murphy discuss Eugenie's relationship with fiance Jack Brooksbank, wedding plans, what the pair's role will be in the royal family and the unconventional relationship of Eugenie's parents Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson.

We also dissect Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's first trip to Wales, what it's like to work for the royal family as Harry and Meghan recruit staff, and how the Duchess of Cambridge's public speaking has come on from her early days as a royal.

And was Prince William trying to hide his haircut behind Harry and Meghan's Cardiff visit?

Plus there's a round-up of the latest royal news.

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Meghan Markle's wedding dress has already got us excited

Wed, 17 Jan 2018 17:32:17 GMT

Royal wedding dresses have set the trends for brides for years to come - and Meghan Markle's gown is set to spark a whole new wave of inspiration.

With the couple promising a traditional wedding with their own spin, anticipation is building for what Meghan will wear for her marriage to Prince Harry - and which designer will create her wedding dress.

So what do you wear to get married to the brother of a future king in a grand royal chapel ?

Mirror fashion director Amber Graafland and fashion writer Danielle Stacey join royal correspondent Victoria Murphy and host Ann Gripper to discuss what Meghan has worn already - and the clues for her wedding dress.

They name the designers they would like to see get the job, the symbols that might be included, discuss tiara options and look back on favourite royal wedding dresses from the past, as well as rounding up the latest royal news.

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What we learned from Meghan and Harry's visit to Brixton

Thu, 11 Jan 2018 12:55:34 GMT

Meghan Markle continued her royal learning curve as she joined fiance Prince Harry on Tuesday for a visit to Reprezent radio in Brixton, south west London.

Having wowed Nottingham days after their engagement was announced, Meghan and Harry made the short trip to Brixton, south west London, for their second official visit - and the reaction was similarly enthusiastic .

Daily Mirror royal correspondent Victoria Murphy was there to see the couple - and the reaction of the crowds.

She joined Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper to analyse how the event went, from Meghan's casual look to the polish she is already showing in royal duties.

The pair also talk through Meghan's decision to close down her social media accounts and how that squares with her identifying herself as a feminist, as well as rounding up the latest royal wedding news.

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Royal review of 2017 as Harry got engaged, Philip retired and Pippa got married

Thu, 28 Dec 2017 14:06:41 GMT

The Queen reflected on her year in her Christmas message, now our royal podcast team look back on their royal highlights from a year of change, as Prince Philip stepped down from royal duties, Prince Harry got engaged and the Cambridges moved to London.

But some things remain constant, as the Queen passed 65 years on the throne.

As the year ends, Pod Save The Queen looks back on the big events for four generations of the royal family and reflects on the lasting impact of Princess Diana, 20 years after her death.

Fashion director Amber Graafland joins Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper and Daily Mirror royal correspondent Victoria Murphy to bring her insight to the royal wardrobe choices, reflect on Kate’s style evolution and a move away from high street labels, as well as picking her favourite outfit of the year and discussing sister Pippa’s wedding dress

Victoria also gives an update on Meghan Markle's big Sandringham debut.

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Royal wedding bells for Meghan and Harry

Mon, 18 Dec 2017 19:46:01 GMT

The date is confirmed and the countdown is on to Prince Harry's wedding to Meghan Markle.

So subscribe to Pod Save The Queen, the new royal podcast from the Daily Mirror for all the excitement.

In the first episode, host Ann Gripper and Daily Mirror royal correspondent Victoria Murphy reflect on the date the couple have chosen, including that FA Cup clash, their decision to marry at St George's Chapel at Windsor, and first impressions of the new royal-to-be.

As Meghan prepares for Christmas with the in-laws, the show looks ahead to what she can expect - plus there is time to discuss Princess Charlotte starting at nursery and the Cambridges' Christmas card picture.

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Welcome to Pod Save the Queen - our new royal podcast

Mon, 18 Dec 2017 12:41:30 GMT

As Meghan Markle and Prince Harry plan their wedding, the Cambridges await the arrival of their third child and the royal family adapt to Prince Philip's retirement, there is plenty for royal watchers to be excited about. The new royal podcast from the Daily Mirror, presented by Ann Gripper and royal correspondent Victoria Murphy, will take you behind the scenes and bring you all the latest. Subscribe now to make sure you join us for regular updates focusing on all your favourite royals.

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