The first full year of the Carolean era is (nearly) complete. The history books will remember the sparkle and fanfare of the coronation - but right now the rift with the Sussexes which has dominated the beginning and end of the year casts a heavy shadow. 

Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers and his boss, Mirror editor Alison Phillips, to discuss a rollercoaster year.

They reflect on the state of the family, their work and their relationships, pick their Royal of the year - and share their hopes and expectations for the Firm in 2024.

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2023 review of a rollercoaster royal year: Coronation, family dramas and the end of the beginning

New era, new name: Welcome to Pod Save The King, the award-winning Royal podcast from the Daily Mirror.

The Royal family is finding its way in a new era. Following the death of Queen Elizabeth II, King Charles III began his reign alongside Camilla, The Queen Consort. William and Kate became Prince and Princess of Wales. As the family changes, rifts remain with Harry and Meghan across the Atlantic and Prince Andrew is still in the aftermath of the Newsnight interview. There is joy too, as Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis grow up both in and out of the public eye, and the Tindalls, Beatrice and Eugenie find their own ways.

Expect behind the scenes details, fashion, travel, causes, politics and society, plus interviews with people who can provide a particular insight into your favourite Royals, their work and their place in Britain today. “Lively discussions with a wide-ranging appeal. Refreshingly informal, totally unstuffy and a thoroughly modern take on all things royal. And it’s funny too.” - the Press Awards Judges, who named Pod Save The King Lifestyle Podcast of the Year.

Your regular companions are Host Ann Gripper and Royal Editor Russell Myers. You can join the conversation about the podcast on Instagram and Twitter for a chance to hear your comments on the show, and follow @MirrorRoyal or subscribe to our Royal Newsletter for all the latest.

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The King returned to public duties with a visit to a cancer centre this week - with the Queen by his side, just as she was in the photo released to announce his return. 
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss the milestone moment and a busy royal week. 
They also chat about Princess Charlotte’s birthday picture and William and Kate’s anniversary photo, plus Sophie’s visit to Ukraine and Harry’s upcoming Invictus adventures.  
And the Mirror’s royal features editor Jennifer Newton joins to share what happened when Prince William visited her home town of Seaham.
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Smiles all round as King Charles makes his comeback

With some royal engagements, great photos and cute moments, it has been an almost normal royal week. 
But the release of Prince Louis’s birthday photo and the Duchess of Edinburgh’s Beatles moment both felt different in the current royal circumstances. 
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Mirror royal features writer Jennifer Newton to talk about Louis and Sophie’s eye-catching moments, and Camilla’s extremely striking look. 
They also reflect on Prince William’s return to work, some new honours with old-fashioned titles and where Prince Harry calls home.
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Picture perfect birthday boy Prince Louis plus Camilla and Sophie’s camera moments

Queen Camilla returned to work after her Easter break by hosting a round table conversation with young Changemakers working with domestic abuse charity Safe Lives. 
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers, who was at Buckingham Palace for the event and shares the sights, sounds and discussions. 
They also discuss the Sussexes’ jam and polo adventures, the King and Kate’s recoveries, Prince William’s days out and the 88-year-old Duke of Kent handing over his role as colonel of the Scots Guards after 50 years.
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Inside Buckingham Palace with Camilla

Edward VIII caused a constitutional crisis with his abdication, dismay with his wartime associations and an ongoing headache to the royal family.  
Today, Prince Andrew and Prince Harry’s very different exits from their roles as working royals provide their own ongoing challenges.
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by historian and author Alexander Larman to reflect on the echoes between then and now - including a powerful video message and royal memoirs that made uncomfortable reading. 
Power and Glory: Elizabeth II and the Rebirth of Royalty by Alexander Larman is out now, published by Weidenfeld & Nicolson

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Prince Harry, Prince Andrew and echoes of the Duke of Windsor

King Charles was reunited with the public on Easter Sunday as he followed the traditional Windsor service with a walkabout. 
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to look back on the royals’ Easter outing while the Princess of Wales continues to recuperate privately with her family. 
They also reflect on Harry and Meghan’s latest appearances, the Prince Andrew Netflix drama and whether both the Sussex and York camps have learned some important lessons.
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2023 review of a rollercoaster royal year: Coronation, family dramas and the end of the beginning

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