Pod Save The King

Princess Diana’s wedding dress is on display at Kensington Palace - and Pod Save the Queen can take you on a guided tour.
The Royal Style in the Making exhibition explores the relationship between the designer and its royal wearer through different characters and eras, with Diana’s wedding gown appearing alongside a design for the Queen Mother’s coronation gown and work undertaken for the Queen - as well as giving us a glimpse of the designers’ workings.
Pod Save the Queen host Ann Gripper reunites with Amber Graafland, the show’s former chief fashionista, to meet exhibition curator Matthew Storey for a very special visit.
From fabulous dresses to typewritten embargoed press releases about the outfits and handwritten thank you notes from the royals themselves, they find much to fascinate - and are sure you will too.
Plan your visit to Kensington Palace at https://www.hrp.org.uk/kensington-palace/visit

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Westminster Abbey is the scene for many grand royal occasions - from coronations to weddings and funerals.
In the year of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge’s 10th wedding anniversary, the Abbey is offering tours which take visitors through their wedding day journey.
Pod Save the Queen host Ann Gripper and Mirror online features editor Zoe Forsey were welcomed to the Abbey by Duncan Jeffery, who oversaw all the media arrangements on William and Kate’s wedding day.
They explore the Abbey’s ancient and modern history, see the coronation chair and relive highlights from the royal wedding.
Plan your visit to the Abbey at https://www.westminster-abbey.org/

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As the royal family head off on their summer break, it is an opportunity to take stock of a turbulent year so far.
Pod Save the Queen host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss the royal week, from a new cartoon whose portrayal of the royal children has caused a stir to Sarah Ferguson’s high drama fashion shoot and interview.
And Mirror fashionista Sarah Bradbury joins to discuss the dazzling Dolce & Gabbana dresses worn by Kitty Spencer for her Italian wedding.

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The Duke of Sussex has confirmed he is writing a memoir - focused not on ‘the prince he was born but the man he has become’.
The announcement puts further strain on his relationship with his family given his criticisms in interviews so far.
Pod Save the Queen host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor to discuss the prospect of Harry’s book.
They also talk about the doubts raised over whether the title of Duke of Edinburgh will pass to Prince Edward as expected, Prince William’s renewed call to tackle racism directed at footballers in the aftermath of England’s Euro 2020 final defeat and the latest royal visits.
Plus they celebrate some exciting podcast news.

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Scotland and Wales have had a number of recent royal visits - and it is not all down to other travel options being limited by the pandemic.
But how are the royal family seen across the Welsh and Scottish borders?
In the week Prince William, Kate and George cheered England’s football team on in the Euro 2020 semi-final, Pod Save the Queen host Ann Gripper is joined by Welsh and Scottish based colleagues to reflect on the royals’ relationship with their nations. The Daily Record’s Bev Lyons provides the Scottish perspective, while WalesOnline’s Cathy Owen represents the Principality.
They discuss the importance of royal visits, whether titles really matter and the enduring memory of Diana, Princess of Wales.

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The Queen marked the 73rd anniversary of the founding of the NHS by awarding the organisation the George Cross.
Prince William joined a thanksgiving service and hosted a tea party - but Kate missed the celebrations after being sent to Covid jail.
Charles and Camilla also shared their thank yous to the NHS ahead of their visit to Wales.
Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to reflect on the Queen’s very special recognition of the health service.
They also talk about Kate’s Wimbledon visit, catch up on all the latest royal news - and manage not to jinx the England football team.

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Princes William and Harry came together on what would have been their mother’s 60th birthday to unveil a statue honouring her memory.
The giant likeness of Princess Diana with three children has been installed in Kensington Palace’s sunken garden, with the brothers in the spotlight just as much as the statue given the strain on their relationship in recent months.
Pod Save the Queen host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss the event.
They also discuss the Sovereign Grant, the latest on the Platinum Jubilee plans, the Cambridges’ big night out at the football, more royal visits to Scotland and the Queen’s verdict on (now ex) Health Secretary Matt Hancock.

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The Duchess of Cambridge has formalised her commitment to early years development with the launch of The Royal Foundation Centre for Early Childhood.
Pod Save the Queen host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss the significance of the landmark project.
They also talk the Queen’s return to Royal Ascot, birthday and Father’s Day celebrations, the Duchess of Cambridge’s visit to the Natural History Museum’s Urban Nature Project and the latest on Meghan and Harry.

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Key royals deployed to Cornwall last week as they joined world leaders at the G7 summit.
The Queen, Charles, Camilla, William and Kate joined forces for some soft diplomacy, important issues and plenty of laughs which were the talk of the event.
Pod Save the Queen host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers and deputy political editor Ben Glaze, who was in Cornwall for the summit.
They discuss how the royals can wow the biggest names on the world stage, the fallout from US President Joe Biden’s candour after taking tea with the Queen at Windsor Castle, Kate’s lasting connection with Jill Biden - and why Prince Charles could follow Dr Biden’s example as First Lady.
They also talk Trooping the Colour, Ascot, Sophie Wessex’s big interview and Ben provides insight into how the Queen’s Birthday Honours are awarded.

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Meghan and Harry have announced the arrival of their baby daughter - and her very special name, which has already caused much debate.
She will be known as Lili, but is named for the Queen’s nickname and Harry’s mum Diana, Princess of Wales.
Pod Save the Queen host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss reaction to the name (including sharing plenty of listener reactions) and what the Queen knew.
They also reflect on what would have been Prince Philip’s 100th birthday and the window the Wessexes gave into their life in recent interviews.

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