Royal editor Russell Myers is in Brazil with Daily Mirror photographer Ian Vogler, following Prince William on his visit for the Cop30 climate summit.

In this special episode recorded both in Belém and Rio de Janeiro, Russell and Ian chat about being star stuck by football legend Cafu at the Maracanã Stadium, visiting the Christ the Redeemer statue and Sugarloaf Mountain, and Ian's interaction with pop superstar Shawn Mendes.

With Earthshot at the halfway point of its ten-year plan, the Pod Save the King duo also discuss the Prince of Wales' environmental statesmanship, and potential future destinations for the "showbiz and razzmatazz" ceremony.

The ongoing fallout from Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, the former Prince and Duke of York, eventually comes up in conversation, and how the Waleses are handling their controversial family member.

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Charlotte Foster, royal reporter for the Daily Mirror, tells Jennifer Newton how two weeks of scandal for the former Duke of York is enough to fill a year of news.

They discuss Prince Andrew and Fergie’s uncertain status at the Royal Lodge, and the distraction from work of other members of the Royal Family.

Jennifer and Charlotte also look at the King’s “moving and emotional” visit to the Vatican with Queen Camilla, where they met Pope Leo XIV for the first time.

Alongside the family dramas and historic visits, the Pod Save the King duo also discuss Harry and Megan’s “date night” at an LA Dodgers game, and the Duke of Sussex’s “cringe and awkward” appearance on comedian Hasan Minhaj’s podcast.

They also preview William’s visit to Brazil for this year’s Earthshot Prize and World Leaders Summit at COP30 next week.

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The Prince and Princess of Wales had a fun, action-packed visit to Northern Ireland in a classic William and Kate outing.

And William’s emotional chat with Rhian Mannings as the Royal Foundation launched a National Suicide Prevention Network made a real impact.

Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers (yes, he’s back!) to reflect on a Royal Family in touch with their emotions and determined to help people driving change.

They also catch up on the prospects for royal tours as the King and Kate continue their recoveries after being diagnosed with cancer, and Russell’s assessment of Prince Harry’s relationship with his family after that long awaited meeting. 

Plus they catch up on the rest of the week’s royal news, and mark the end of an era.

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The Princess of Wales has made Early Years her signature work - and this week co-authored an essay about the dangers of screens causing an “epidemic of disconnection”. 

Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Mirror deputy royal editor Jennifer Newton to discuss Kate’s latest contribution.

And with Sophie’s recent visit to Congo, the announcement of this year’s Earthshot finalists, a new documentary about the King’s nature work and Harry and Meghan’s mental health work being recognised with an award, royal passion projects shone through this week’s royal schedule. 

Plus the team catch up on Meghan’s Paris Fashion Week trip and Kate’s joyful visit to RAF Coningsby and its Typhoon fighter jets.

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The Prince of Wales is used to hosting visitors at Windsor Castle - but this time it was all on camera.

Prince William was joined by Eugene Levy for an episode of his Reluctant Traveller Apple TV show and the pair discussed the past, the future and how William sees the world.

Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Mirror deputy royal editor Jennifer Newton to discuss the details.

They also reflect on Princess Anne’s visit to Ukraine and how Prince Harry’s reunion with King Charles has already descended into a briefing battle.

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The murder of three young girls at a Taylor Swift dance class in Southport last year had a deep impact on the country. This week, the Prince and Princess of Wales visited their schools to see how the communities are recovering.

Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper and Mirror royal reporter Charlotte Foster reflect on why William and Kate’s return matters.

And they also discuss the latest strand of the royal Epstein scandal, as a leaked email from the Duchess of York from 2011 led to multiple charities dropping their association with her.

They also catch up on Edward and Sophie’s adventures in Japan and a 116-year-old admirer of King Charles.

And with Charlotte having moved to the UK from Australia earlier this year, they discuss views of the royal family Down Under and whether it is on the road to being a Republic.

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President Trump’s second State visit showcased not just the pomp and pageantry of royal life but the very Special relationship between the USA and the UK.  

Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Mirror deputy royal editor Jennifer Newton to reflect on a formal occasion with a sense of informality - even in the grandeur of a white tie State Banquet. 
They chat the fashion, the friendliness and the gifts, as well as looking back on Prince Harry’s private tea with King Charles and the funeral of the Duchess of Kent.

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This week, Daily Mirror deputy royal editor Jennifer Newton is joined by her colleague from across the Atlantic, Brigid Brown, royal reporter for Daily Express US.

They discuss Donald Trump's upcoming state visit to the UK, how the Royals are viewed in the US, and potential family reconciliation after Harry visited King Charles at Clarence House - their first face-to-face meeting for 19 months.

Pod Save the King is a Reach Studio production for the Daily Mirror. It is presented by Jennifer Newton, and produced by Daniel J. McLaughlin.

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Summer is officially over, children are (just about) back at school and the royals are back at work. 

But there have been big changes over the summer, with the Prince and Princess of Wales’s house move confirmed and a new phase for Meghan and Harry’s Netflix deal. 

Plus a very special moment as a WW2 veteran tore up the VJ Day script and left the King and Queen in tears. 

Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Mirror deputy royal editor Jennifer Newton to catch up on all the summer news, discuss William and Kate’s “forever home” Forest Lodge and what the move means for the future as well as the royals’ first outings of the new term.

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Prince William and Princess Charlotte endured the agony and ecstasy of every England fan as they cheered the Lionesses to a win at the final of Euro 2025. 

And while William was able to offer his congratulations on the pitch, Princess Beatrice and her family joined the crowds welcoming the champions home in front of Buckingham Palace. 

Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Mirror deputy royal editor Jennifer Newton to reflect on a very special Daddy-daughter day out, and what the future holds for the Wales children. 

They also discuss the Princess of Wales’s new mini exhibition with the V&A East, and a new initiative in the Homewards project.

NOTE: Pod Save the King will return in September after our summer break.

In the meantime, check out all of the latest royal news on the Daily Mirror.

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