True Royalty Podcast

This True Royalty Original explores the secrets—past and present—of the Sandringham Estate, the cherished countryside retreat where the Royal Family traditionally spend Christmas. Acquired by the monarchy in the 19th century, Sandringham has been the backdrop to key moments in royal history, from the final days of King George V to significant events in the life of Diana, Princess of Wales.Hosted by Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen, the programme features expert insights from royal historians Professor Kate Williams and Gareth Russell, who uncover the stories, traditions, and mysteries behind one of Britain’s most beloved royal estates.

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Royal Family's Christmas at Sandringham, this True Royalty Original looks back at the best and worst royal Christmases. From the excitement of Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, joining Prince Harry on the Christmas Day walk in 2018, to the tougher festive seasons faced by Diana, Princess of Wales, and Sarah Ferguson.Hosted by Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen, with expert insight from Robert Jobson and Charlotte Griffiths, the programme reveals what really happens at a royal Christmas, including why there is no seating plan for lunch.Watch two weeks earlier by subscribing to True Royalty TV.#RoyalFamily #Royal #Royals #PrinceWilliam #PrinceHarry #queenelizabeth #princesscatherine #princesskate #Princessdiana #KingCharles #MeghanMarkle #PrinceAndrew

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This year has been one of the most challenging of Catherine, Princess of Wales’ life. Yet her annual carol service, Together at Christmas at Westminster Abbey, has firmly established itself as the moment that officially launches the royal festive season.In this True Royalty Original programme, we trace Catherine’s remarkable journey from Duchess of Cambridge to Princess of Wales, and explore how her much loved carol concert has come to embody the values closest to her heart. Those values have taken on even greater significance following her cancer diagnosis in 2024.Hosted by Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen, the film features expert insight from Charlotte Griffiths, Editor at Large of the Mail on Sunday, and Emily Andrews, Royal Editor at woman&home, as they examine Catherine’s quiet strength and her steadying influence at the heart of the Royal Family.#RoyalFamily #Royal #Royals #PrinceWilliam #PrinceHarry #queenelizabeth #princesscatherine #princesskate #Princessdiana #KingCharles #MeghanMarkle #PrinceAndrew

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In the wake of their father, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, losing the title of Prince, this True Royalty Original explores the role of Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie in the Royal Family. Despite being non-working royals, they continue to represent the family at charity events and have received support from King Charles III.Host Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen is joined by @russelljmyers, Royal Editor at the Daily Mirror, and @katie_nicholl, Royal Correspondent for Vanity Fair, as they discuss how the princesses carefully navigate private life while staying connected to the family.#RoyalFamily #Royal #Royals #PrinceWilliam #PrinceHarry #queenelizabeth #princesscatherine #princesskate #Princessdiana #KingCharles #MeghanMarkle

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Following Meghan, Duchess of Sussex’s recent appearance at Kris Jenner’s 70th birthday party, this True Royalty Original unpacks her growing friendship with Kim Kardashian. With several mutual friends, including Kim’s business partner Emma Grede, expert guests explore which business ventures Meghan might pursue next.Host Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen is joined by Juliet Angus, star of Hayu’s The Real Housewives of London, and Nick Ede, Brand and Culture Expert who worked with Meghan before she met Prince Harry, to discuss how easy it will be for Meghan to replicate Kim’s commercial success.Catch the full discussion earlier by subscribing to True Royalty TV.#RoyalFamily #Royal #Royals #PrinceWilliam #PrinceHarry #queenelizabeth #PrincessCatherine #PrincessKate #PrincessDiana #KingCharles #MeghanMarkle #KimKardashian #TrueRoyalty

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Following King Charles III’s 77th birthday, this True Royalty Original delves into the plans the King is making for the future. Despite his cancer diagnosis nearly two years ago, King Charles has been busier than ever, travelling to Poland, Canada, Italy, and the Vatican, and making history by praying with Pope Leo XIV in the Sistine Chapel—the first public prayer between a British monarch and a pope in 500 years.

Host Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen is joined by Russell Myers, Royal Editor at the Daily Mirror, and Katie Nicholl, Royal Correspondent for Vanity Fair, to provide expert insights on how the King has used his illness to connect with fellow cancer patients and how he may be remembered 100 years from now.

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Six years on from Andrew Windsor‘s infamous BBC Newsnight interview, we tell the inside story of how the former prince defended his friendship with paedophile Jeffrey Epstein and the allegations made against him by Virginia Giuffre, one of the most prominent victims of Jeffrey Epstein's sex-trafficking ring.

In this True Royalty Original, host Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen is joined by Ailsa Anderson, Former Press Secretary to Queen Elizabeth II and Jack Royston, Chief Royal Correspondent for Newsweek who discuss the public fallout from the interview and reveal how further revelations have shed new light on Andrew’s testimony.

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She was the beloved Queen Mother to the public – but behind palace walls, it was a very different story. 👑From icy tensions with Princess Diana, to disapproval of Camilla Parker Bowles, and a deep-rooted dislike for Wallis Simpson, this episode dives into the Queen Mother’s most volatile royal relationships.Why did she clash with the women who shaped the modern monarchy? And how did these rivalries shape royal history?Watch the full episode now, exclusively on True Royalty TV – the home of royal documentaries. Don’t miss it.#RoyalFamily

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The Prince and Princess of Wales have brought forward the move-in date of their new home, Forest Lodge in Windsor Great Park, but what does this choice of residence say about them and the life they wish to lead?

In this True Royalty Original, host Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen is joined by Hannah Fernando, Group Editor of woman&home and Dr Ed Owens, Historian and Author to reveal all the secrets of this latest move and why upsizing from four-bedroom Adelaide Cottage to eight-bedroom Forest Lodge might not be an obvious choice for a future king.

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Why are Catherine and Meghan so often pitted against one another? This True Royalty Original delves into the comparison culture that has shaped their public relationship and asks whether media narratives helped fuel real-life tensions between the two duchesses. From expectations of sisterhood to the battle for headlines, we uncover how the ‘Team Kate vs Team Meghan’ mentality emerged and the toll it has taken on both women.Hosted by Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen, with insights from royal social media influencers Amanda Matta (TikTok) and Lydia Alty (YouTube), this programme explores how the rivalry plays out both in the press and online.Don’t miss this unmissable royal special — only on True Royalty TV.#RoyalFamily #Royal #Royals #PrinceWilliam #PrinceHarry #queenelizabeth #princesscatherine #princesskate #Princessdiana #KingCharles #MeghanMarkle #PrinceAndrew

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