Buckingham Palace is one of the most famous buildings in the world - but what is it like to be invited in for an evening reception with the King?

Zena Hawley, agenda editor at the Derby Telegraph, joins Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper to take listeners inside the palace gates and last week’s reception for regional media, where she reminisced with Charles about covering his visit to the city in 1981. 

Ann also caught up with Mirror deputy royal editor Jennifer Newton on the latest in the Sentebale row, the king’s health, Mothering Sunday celebrations, an exciting Homewards visit to Aberdeen and just how much you pay for jam.

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Prince Harry founded Sentebale with his friend Prince Seeiso of Lesotho to help children impacted by the country’s HIV crisis. Now they have both resigned, along with other trustees, with hard-hitting statements.

Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Mirror deputy royal editor Jennifer Newton to discuss the fallout. And Mirror royal editor Russell Myers drops in, fresh from his trip to Estonia with Prince William.

The team also reflect on Prince William’s meet-up with Kaleb Cooper and other young farmers, Princess Beatrice’s personal essay, Princess Eugenie’s birthday and the King and Queen’s latest outings.

Photo: Aaron Chown/PA Wire

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The Princess of Wales was reunited with the Irish Guards for the St Patrick’s Day parade - and a cheeky half pint of Guinness. 

Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Mirror deputy royal editor Jennifer Newton to discuss the fashion, formalities and fun of a favourite Kate event - and Mirror royal editor Russell Myers gives his update from Estonia as Prince William visits. 

Ann and Jen also reflect on the Wales’ rugby outing, William talking about his love of football and some upbeat engagements for the royal family in the spring sunshine. 

They also discuss the latest on the Sussexes, with the ongoing battle over Harry’s visa and the announcement of Meghan’s new podcast.

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The Commonwealth Day service brought a royal reunion for the new Fab Four, as King Charles and Queen Camilla were joined by the Prince and Princess of Wales for the celebrations. 

Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Mirror deputy royal editor Jennifer Newton to reflect on the importance of the day and dissect the King’s playlist choices.

They also discuss how the royals marked International Women’s Day, Meghan’s With Love series being recommissioned and William’s football outings. 

Plus they look ahead to a big week with the Waleses in Cardiff for the rugby, Kate resuming St Patrick’s Day duties and William on an important international visit.

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When British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer sat down with Donald Trump in the Oval Office, a letter from King Charles with a very special invitation set the meeting off on just the right note. 

But after Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s fiery run-in with the US President the next day, he was given a warm welcome by the King at Sandringham at short notice. 

Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss the King’s big political week. 

They also discuss Meghan’s new Netflix show and share listeners’ reviews, as well as reflecting on Prince William’s poignant visit to the Royal Berkshire Hospital five years on from Covid and his video message in Welsh for St David’s Day.

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The Prince and Princess of Wales took the train to Pontypridd for a first joint visit to Wales since 2023 - and looked delighted to be back. 

Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal features writer Jennifer Newton to discuss William and Kate’s loved up day out.

The King and Queen also enjoyed a joint outing this week, with a laugh-filled visit to the Darjeeling Express restaurant ahead of Ramadan. 

Plus the countdown is on to Meghan’s Netflix show launching, and the team reflect on what we learned from Jason Knauf’s 60 Minutes interview.

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Kate gave an insight into her family time with the kids as she shared portraits they had created, with some excellent artistic skills on display. 

The Waleses are now enjoying some more quality time together on a family sunshine break in Mustique to make the most of half term.

Meanwhile for the Sussexes, Meghan has revealed her American Riviera Orchard business venture is now rebranded As Ever, while Prince Harry received an outpouring of appreciation at the Invictus Games. 

Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Mirror royal features writer Jennifer Newton to catch up on all the royal latest, including Valentine’s posts, flag protocol and bringing theatre to the Palace.

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The royal family’s schedule is definitely back in full swing, and the Princess of Wales is playing a big part. 

Kate travelled to HMP Styal to see how mothers are supported in caring for their babies while serving their sentences.

Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss a busy week of engagements for the royals. 

Russell was at Buckingham Palace for the King’s meeting of interfaith leaders, and Charles has also been to Cornwall, hosted an Italian themed Highgrove dinner and got involved with American football on a visit to the Tottenham Hotspur stadium, where Beyonce is playing this summer. 

The team also catch up on Prince William and Camilla’s engagements plus reflect on the Edinburghs’ visit to Nepal and Princess Anne's return to the hospital where she was a patient. 

And the Mirror’s Jennifer Newton provides a round-up of Harry and Meghan’s Invictus adventures.

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The Princess of Wales joined primary school pupils on their minibus to the National Portrait Gallery for a “brilliant” day out. 

Kate explored a trail developed with the Shaping Us framework shared by her Early Years project. 

Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Mirror royal editor Russell Myers as they reflect on Kate’s latest engagement in her return to work. 

They also look ahead to the King and Queen’s visit to Italy, and discuss the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh’s higher profile on their current Nepal trip. 

Meghan’s selfie video about her good deed raises eyebrows and Prince Andrew has another round of problems in his in-tray.

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The King paid his respects at Auschwitz as he joined Holocaust Memorial Day commemorations on the 80th anniversary of the death camp’s liberation. 

And Prince William and Kate reconnected with old friends as they paid their respects at a London ceremony. 

Mirror royal editor Russell Myers was alongside the King on his tour of Auschwitz and joins Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper to reflect on the visit’s lasting impact. 

They also catch up on Prince William and Kate’s increasingly busy schedule, and celebrate the arrival of a new royal baby.

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