It was a busy week back to working royal duties and there was plenty of news to cover. We celebrate Kate's 44th birthday, discuss her first surprise royal engagement with Prince William, follow back up on The Times UK profile that allegedly upset King Charles and Camilla, before moving on to 2 equally insane Meghan, Duchess of Sussex stories, ending with William, Kate, and that chopper video.

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Hours worked or impact made? Visibility or substance? This week’s episode is all about how royal labor is defined, sold, and scrutinized…and why the metrics rarely tell the full story.

We unpack the news that Prince Harry has almost regained armed protection, revisit the long-running debate over the “hardest working royals” (and what the Court Circular really measures), and break down why claims about William and Kate “highlighting British excellence” in 2026 feel… redundant. Isn’t that…the job?

We also look at some tired (yet always amusing!) reporting around Meghan’s brand, and a round of 44th birthday coverage about Kate that reveals *checks notes* …very little.

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As a little treat we made the Friday News Dump a little longer this week...also because, there is a lot of news that's newsing!

Timestamps:

2:32 Andrew related cover pp by the Cabinet Office?

7:05 Archewell gets a rebrand amidst staffing changes.

21:48 Crown Princess Mette Marit of Norway may need a lung transplant.

29:50 Sandringham walk about // the Wales children and superfans.

36:11 Prince George does a royal engagement with his father.

39:10 Field sport controversies on Royal Estates

Thank you Patreon Press Secretaries: Molly, Nikki, Lulu, and Jessica! And to our Crown Jewel, Sir Christopher!

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In our final episode of 2025, we revisit some of the wildest stories of 2025. Kate's hair trick that left fans stunned? Princess Anne's emotional-support lipstick for William? Meghan's audacious demand to share a b-day with not one, but TWO important royal events? All of that plus, Mr. Of Fact drops by to give us a "normie" view of the big stories of the year (spoiler: they are extremely niche and we love him for it).

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The last News Dump of 2025! We are talking:

-Meghan, Duchess of Sussex's Spokesperson's comments to People mag about the GB News "apology" to her mother, Doria

-The charges against the Duke of Marlborough

-Our thoughts on the Royal Christmas cards this year

-The role of photojournalism re: The Vanity Fair close-up photo controversy

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So many royal-adjacent stories, so little real accountability. We’re checking in with one journalist whose apology to Meghan's mum could so easily have been avoided, another who clearly needs a journal for Christmas, an Earl who owes his girlfriend damages after she sued his ex-wife, and some updates from brothers King Charles and Prince Andrew. 

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It's days like today that the Friday News Dump was created. We cover King Charles III's pre-taped video announcement that aired Friday night on Channel 4 during a "Stand Up to Cancer" fundraiser and give our first impressions.

Other topics discussed:

-Princess Sophie's Epstein Link (and why she shouldn't be put in the same category as Andrew Mountbatten Windsor Fergie)

-Did Caroline Graham move in with Thomas Markle?

-Samantha Markle's X account makes an excellent case for banning AI.

One year of OWTH? Time for a GIVEAWAY! One winner will receive a bundle of our royal favorites. To enter: submit a 5 star written review for the podcast on Apple Podcasts, screenshot it, and send it to us at [email protected]. Enter by 9:00 am EST on Monday, 12/15/2025. The winner will be chosen and notified via email. Open to US and Canada residents!

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New episodes every Wednesday and Friday! 

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We’re digging into a packed set of royal stories this week, including several bananas articles that give a masterclass in the royal reframe.

Plus: Prince Harry gets a security appeal after all, Thomas Markle’s bizarre public plea to reconnect with Meghan, and a surprising story about the Duchy of Cornwall stepping into a trademark conflict over cultural ownership of...a term for vegetables?

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One year of OWTH? Time for a GIVEAWAY! One winner will receive a bundle of our royal favorites. To enter: submit a 5 star written review for the podcast on Apple Podcasts, screenshot it, and send it to us at [email protected]. Enter by 9:00 am EST on Monday, 12/15/2025. The winner will be chosen and notified via email. Open to US and Canada residents!

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Amanda asked for a chill episode...so they spoke about a diplomatic state visit and Meredith launched into a diatribe about the coverage of Meghan and her father.

But seriously, we get into a festive-ish mood, covering the "With Love, Meghan" holiday special, the German State Visit to the U.K., new (old) tiaras, Kate's fashion, a world salad of a letter to guests of the 'Karoling Koncert', and more. Enjoy!

One year of OWTH? Time for a GIVEAWAY! One winner will receive a bundle of our royal favorites. To enter: submit a 5 star written review for the podcast on Apple Podcasts, screenshot it, and send it to us at [email protected]. Enter by 9:00 am EST on Monday, 12/15/2025. The winner will be chosen and notified via email. Open to US and Canada residents!

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New episodes every Wednesday and Friday! 

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Feedback or questions? Send us a message at @offwiththeirheadlines on IG, or email us at [email protected]

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Thank you Patreon Press Secretaries: Molly, Nikki, Lulu, and Jessica! And to our Crown Jewel, Sir Christopher!

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The social season is in full swing, so we are showing up to the function with a mix of fashion critique, media analysis, and some eyebrow-raising palace updates.

New investigations into royal leases might reveal about transparency inside the Firm. Plus, a recap of “Le Bal,” the debutante event of the year—and our thoughts on the gowns, the vibes, and the very specific aesthetic choices

Plus, another round of Meghan Sussex dress discourse, proving the tabloids will turn anything into a controversy. And Andrew Lownie’s bizarre recent apology - was it inspired by pressure from royal circles?

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One year of OWTH? Time for a GIVEAWAY! One winner will receive a bundle of our royal favorites. To enter: submit a 5 star written review for the podcast on Apple Podcasts, screenshot it, and send it to us at [email protected]. Enter by 9:00 am EST on Monday, 12/15/2025. The winner will be chosen and notified via email. Open to US and Canada residents!

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New episodes every Wednesday and Friday! 

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Feedback or questions? Send us a message at @offwiththeirheadlines on IG, or email us at [email protected]

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