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.

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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Prince William’s smiles with Kate and tears with Rhian

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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Kate champions power of connections and royals double down on passion projects

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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Prince William the tour guide and Prince Harry vs the men in grey suits

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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William and Kate return to Southport, Fergie cancelled and a window on Australia

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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A very Special State visit

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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The Special Relationship: how are the Royals viewed in the US?

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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William and Kate’s big summer move as royals return to work

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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Lionesses roared to victory by Charlotte, William and Beatrice

With Prince George celebrating his 12th birthday this week, Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror deputy royal editor Jennifer Newton to discuss the young prince's growing involvement in public life for the royals.

The duo are also hankering for an invitation to the Princess Royal's low-key birthday celebration in August.

Whilst they wait for the golden ticket through the post, Ann and Jen will be cheering on the Lionesses this weekend, who face Spain in the final of the Women's Euros. Could there be a family outing for the Waleses for Sunday's big game?

Plus, the Pod Save the King team discuss what items of the late Queen they would like to see on display at the 'Queen Elizabeth II: Her Life in Style' at Buckingham Palace next year.



Photo: Josh Shinner
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School's out! What does the Royal Family's report card look like?

The Duchess of Edinburgh delivered the King’s message to the memorial service marking 30 years since the Srebrenica massacre. 

Daily Mirror deputy royal editor Jennifer Newton was in Bosnia to see Sophie’s work up close, and joins Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper to share what she saw of the Duchess’s very human approach to royal life. 

They also discuss Prince Harry’s visit to Angola and the meeting between his PR team and the King’s communications secretary. 

Plus they enjoy the Waleses’ Wimbledon outing, Camilla’s birthday and Idris Elba’s latest royal collaboration.
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Joining Sophie Edinburgh in Bosnia

The Princess of Wales played a full part in this week’s State visit by French President Emmanuel Macron, dishing out a double dose of stylish fashion diplomacy in the process. 

Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Mirror royal editor Russell Myers, who was in Windsor for the ceremonies. 

They discuss the hard and soft politics of this special neighbourly relationship, the gifts, the handshakes and the guests. 

They also have an eye on a sporting summer, a new Royal Collection exhibition and the end of the FBI’s Epstein investigation.
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An amicale French State visit as Kate shines in New Looks

The Princess of Wales shared her most personal update yet on her cancer recovery as she helped plant a wellbeing garden at Colchester Hospital.

Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss the impact and timing of her appearance.

Plus they talk about Russell’s trip to Sheffield with the Prince of Wales as William marked the second anniversary of his Homewards initiative to end homelessness, and the state of the royal family finances in the annual Sovereign Grant report.
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Kate’s very personal day out, William’s Homewards progress and dissecting royal finances

King Charles had hoped for an informal meeting with Donald Trump ahead of an historic second State visit. But the 45th and 47th US President will go straight to maximum with a full invitation with all the trappings for this September. 

Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss the announcement, the diplomacy around it and what comes next, as well as the latest Windsor visit of Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

They also look at the Wales' week, where Kate remains out of the spotlight after her Ascot withdrawal while birthday boy Prince William has turned his attention to Earthshot and London climate action week, with Homewards next in the calendar - and we’ve all gone doolally for the puppies.  

Plus the team welcome the selection of the memorial for the late Queen, puzzle over passports and get thirsty for rosé.
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President Trump’s State visit comes early

Just 20 minutes after Royal Ascot had announced the Princess of Wales was expected at the racecourse, Kensington Palace confirmed she would not be attending after all. 

Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper and Mirror royal editor Russell Myers discuss the dramatic no-show. 

They also look back on two big events in the royal calendar: Trooping the Colour and Garter Day, including what the lip readers saw. 

Plus they celebrate Sir Becks and the birthday honours, and a lot of love on Father’s Day.
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Kate’s dramatic Royal Ascot no-show after shining in Trooping and Garter Day sun

This week, Russell Myers, Royal Editor at the Daily Mirror, leads the discussion on the latest royal news, including Prince William's trip to Monaco, Harry and Meghan's balance between privacy and public life, and the King's  "faultless" firing technique during a visit to the home of the Royal Artillery.

He is joined by the Mirror's Jennifer Newton, as they ask: are we suffering from royal fatigue? 

Russell and Jen preview the Trooping of the Colour, discuss the Prince of Wales' environmental advocacy, and twerking royals. Yes, twerking.

Pod Save the King is a Reach Studio production for the Daily Mirror, edited by Daniel J. McLaughlin.

(Photo: Richard Pohle - WPA Pool/Getty Images)
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Twerking, Disneyland and the big guns

Social media platforms have changed the way we all communicate - and that goes for the royals as well. 

Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Mirror head of social creative Gully Burrows to take a closer look at how the royal family uses the internet to build its brand and how they win at social. 

They discuss key moments, missteps and the royal who really should have their own social account.



Pod Save the King is a Reach Studio produced, presented by Ann Gripper and produced by Daniel J. McLaughlin.
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Royal social media under the spotlight

King Charles has made a brief first visit to Canada as sovereign - but the whistlestop trip really made a mark. 

Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to reflect on the historic visit, Charles’ speech at the opening of Parliament and an extra warm welcome from Canadians as they face challenges from President Trump.

Ann is also joined by Mirror deputy royal editor Jennifer Newton to catch up on the royals’ response to the shock events in Liverpool, Meghan’s honeys and a new role for Princess Eugenie.
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King Charles’s warm welcome in strong, free Canada

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex celebrated their seventh wedding anniversary this week, with Meghan sharing an intimate collection of photos to mark the occasion. 

And the Princess of Wales had a wedding throwback moment as she caught up with old friends at a garden party. 

Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Mirror deputy royal editor Jennifer Newton to discuss whether Kate’s fashion choice was pure coincidence and pore over Meghan’s photo selections. 

They also catch up on royal days out at the Chelsea Flower Show, plus royal trips to Bradford, Leith, Wembley and more.
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Hats off to Kate and Meghan’s royal memories

After a busy week of VE Day commemorations culminating in addressing a concert on Horse Guards Parade, King Charles shows no sign of letting up the pace. 

Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss the King’s busy schedule - with a lightning trip to Canada and a State visit from Emmanuel Macron to look forward to as well. 

They also reflect on the Princess of Wales’s new Mother Nature film series and her appearance to present a major fashion award, as well as royal family approval ratings and Meghan and Harry’s concert era.
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Royal rose Kate’s fashion moment and King Charles keeps up the pace

The royal family has led the nation’s commemorations 80 years on from VE Day - and Prince George stepped up in his biggest royal duty yet. 

Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers, who was at the Buckingham Palace tea party for veterans where Prince George marked the real start of his royal life, to reflect on how the nation remembered. 

They also dissect Prince Harry’s lengthy BBC interview after losing the appeal to have his UK security restored and catch up on a bumper week of royal news, from the shortlist for the memorial to the late Queen to the York sisters’ podcast appearance talking about their mum.
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Prince George’s big VE Day moment as Prince Harry hits out again

The Prince and Princess of Wales spent their 10th wedding anniversary visiting the stunning Inner Hebrides. 

The Lord and Lady of the Isles - as they are titled there - visited Mull and Iona on a stunning and loved up visit which was also a trip down memory lane. 

Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers, who joined William and Kate on their tour, to discuss the highlights. 

They also reflect on the King’s most open comments yet about his cancer, the resurfacing of Meghan’s HRH and monogram - and whether a blue suit is acceptable at a funeral.
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Kate and William’s island PDAs and Meghan’s HRH makes a comeback

Ann Gripper and Russell Myers are back, discussing all things relevantly and recently royal this week.

They mull over William and Kate's visit to the Isle of Mull in Scotland. The Pod Save the King duo also discuss the Royal Family's approach to privacy, and the King's response to the passing of Pope Francis.
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Mulling over royal trips: how William and Kate are covered on their holidays

Last week, the boys (Russell Myers and Ian Vogler) were on tour in Italy, and this week, it's the girls back in charge again with Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper joined by Daily Mirror deputy royal editor Jennifer Newton.

Prince William has many titles and roles - the Prince of Wales being just one of them - and he added football pundit to that list, giving his take on his beloved Aston Villa during their Champions League clash with PSG. Ann and Jen explain why they were impressed by his live TV appearance on TNT Sports.

Plus Kate visited the Lake District with the Scouts, connecting with nature. Ann tells Jen why she could watch the Princess of Wales exploring nature all day. 

They also chat about Meghan's new podcast, Confessions of a Female Founder, Prince Harry's recent visit to Ukraine, and the upcoming Easter celebrations and commemorations for VE Day.
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Kate gets back to nature and Meghan lands her podcast

Pod Save the King is reporting from Italy this week, as we join Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers and photographer extraordinaire Ian Vogler on a train journey heading from Ravenna to Rome.

Summing up the four-day state visit, our roving royal reporters discuss the "double act" of King Charles and Queen Camilla, who have also been celebrating their 20th wedding anniversary during the Italy trip.

They discuss the King's address to the Italian parliament, his cancer treatment, and his "relentless" work ethic.

Photo: Chris Jackson/Getty Images
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Pod Save the King in Italy: the "pizza and pasta" of King Charles and Queen Camilla's four-day state visit

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.

Pod Save the King is a Reach Studio production, edited by Daniel J. McLaughlin.
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Meeting the King for bubbly at Buckingham Palace

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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Prince Harry’s dramatic new split and William builds his statesman status

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.

Image: Eddie Mulholland/Daily Telegraph/PA Wire
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Kate’s happy St Patrick’s Day return and William’s Estonia visit

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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King Charles dances to Commonwealth beat on their biggest day so far this year

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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King Charles in political spotlight as Meghan jams on Netflix

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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William and Kate make happy Wales return

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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Kate’s arty kids and Meghan’s As Ever rebrand as royals share the love

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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Kate gets prison time and the King is bigger than Beyonce

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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Kate’s picture perfect school day out - and passports at the ready

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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King’s tears at Auschwitz and Kate reconnects with old friends on Holocaust Memorial Day

Prince William has been patron of Centrepoint for 20 years - an enduring relationship which has contributed to the development of his Homewards project. 
Mirror royal editor Russell Myers was with the Prince of Wales for his latest engagement with the charity and joins Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper to share how the visit went. 
They also enjoy the Duchess of Edinburgh’s birthday portraits, as well as the King, Queen and Princess Anne’s engagements. 
Plus they reflect on Prince Harry’s court win and Vanity Fair’s in depth look at the Sussexes’ relationship and life after the royal family.
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Prince William keeps homelessness and Centrepoint centre stage

The Princess of Wales took another step in her “new normal” this week with her first solo engagement since being diagnosed with cancer. 
Kate returned to the Royal Marsden Hospital, where she was treated last year, to meet patients having chemotherapy. 
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to reflect on the poignant visit where Kate shared candid details of her experience. 
They also catch up on Prince William’s visit to Birmingham, where he fitted in a trip to the pub with football fans alongside appearing at a paramedics conference, and discuss the unfair criticism of Meghan and Harry’s wish to help in the wake of the LA wildfires.
Plus there is lots to look ahead to as the King prepares for his first foreign visit of the year.
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Kate shares details of her cancer journey on poignant hospital visit

The Princess of Wales turned 43 today - and husband Prince William marked the occasion by sharing a personal message and new photo. 
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper and Mirror royal writer Jennifer Newton discuss the Waleses’ new approach, as well as other birthday messages and another potential milestone on Kate’s return to work. 
The team discussed Meghan’s Instagram launch last week - and it has been busy since. They catch up on the newest looks inside Montecito life. 
And it is five years since Harry and Meghan announced their plan to quit their royal roles (on their terms). How do things look in 2025?
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Happy Birthday Kate and five years on from Harry and Meghan’s royal exit

The royals gathered at Sandringham for their traditional Christmas festivities at the end of a rollercoaster year. 
And it was the King and Princess of Wales who gave voice to the love and light that brings hope throughout the year in their Christmas messages. 
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Mirror royal writer Jennifer Newton to look back on the festive season. 
They also look ahead to 2025 and what Meghan’s return to social media could mean.
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Kate and Charles light up Christmas and there’s a royal surprise start to 2025

Any plans the royal family had for 2024 were being swiftly redrawn within the first few weeks as the Princess of Wales had planned abdominal surgery and the King had treatment for an enlarged prostate. 
Then came the news Charles needed cancer treatment - and then, after weeks of increasingly wild speculation on social media, Kate’s video sharing she was also being treated for cancer. 
During the spring, as Prince William looked after his family, it was Queen Camilla who was the face of the royal family keeping calm and carrying on. 
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper and Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers reflect on a dramatic year and the lasting impact it will have on the royal family. 
They look at what the future holds for Prince Andrew after he added another scandal to his collection as he was linked with an alleged Chinese spy, and assess how 2024 turned out for Prince Harry and Meghan.  
They also discuss why the Edinburghs and Princess Anne remain in the background despite the absence of some of the major royals.
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Royal 2024 in review: Kate and King’s cancer battles as Camilla steps up in a year that has changed the Firm

The Duke of York is embroiled in another scandal - this time involving an alleged Chinese spy who had established close connections with the prince. 
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to examine what we know so far and why it meant even Prince Andrew realised he had to give the royal Christmas celebrations a miss. 
They also chat about Meghan and Harry’s Happy Holidays card, and why Sussex fans should not get their hopes up of seeing more of Archie and Lilibet any time soon, plus round up the royals’ Christmas engagements and what is coming up.
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Spy intrigue cancels Prince Andrew’s Christmas

The Princess of Wales has hosted her annual community carol service at Westminster Abbey, spreading love and empathy at Christmas.
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss Kate’s big family outing.
They also reflect on Prince William’s meeting with Donald Trump at the reopening of Notre Dame cathedral and Kate’s credentials to rival the US President elect to be named as time person of the year.
They also round up the royals’ other festive engagements and look ahead to a major family gathering at Sandringham.
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Kate’s Christmas carol service gives us all a festive hug

The Princess of Wales was part of the official welcoming party for Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and the first of his three wives, Sheikha Jawaher, for this week’s state visit - but it was Queen Camilla who joined the banquet festivities.
With Kate continuing her gradual return to duties after chemotherapy for cancer treatment and Camilla recovering from pneumonia it made for a royal job share.
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers, who was at Buckingham Palace as the visitors saw royal collection treasures related to Qatar.
The PSTK team also discuss the latest separate appearances by Prince Harry and Meghan Markle and how the mood music has changed about a potential Christmas visit by the Sussexes. 
They also reflect on the windows the royals are giving into their worlds, the countdown to Christmas and enduring royal commitments.
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Kate and Camilla share the load of Qatar state visit

The Prince of Wales looked at home on Salisbury plain when he joined the Welsh Guards’ training - but climate change and homelessness are where he is shaking things up.
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss William’s latest visits - and Prince Louis’ hobby.
They also reflect on the too brief life of Liz Hatton, the keen photographer hugged close by Kate who has died from cancer aged just 17.
Plus the team look ahead to next week’s State visit, the King’s upcoming travel plans and Christmas, as well as the difference Camilla and Sophie hope to make to the lives of women and girls.
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Prince William the disrupter bangs the drum for change

The diplomatic corps reception at Buckingham Palace is always a key royal milestone on the countdown to Christmas - and an opportunity for tiaras and glamour. 
Princess Kate missed it this time around as she continues her recovery from cancer treatment, but Prince William (and beard) joined the King and Queen for the big event. 
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to talk through the week’s royal news - and dig into the detail of William’s very personal interview in South Africa as well as reaction to Camilla’s documentary on domestic abuse. 
They also talk the coronation food project and a new security scare at Windsor Castle.
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No Kate, but Prince William’s beard makes white tie debut as Camilla rejoins King on the rota

A TV documentary this week put a welcome spotlight on Queen Camilla’s work on domestic abuse - showing again how the new Firm are working to make a difference on major issues.
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Mirror royal features writer Jennifer Newton to discuss the documentary’s impact, and catch up on a busy royal week. 
Camilla missed the Remembrance weekend events, but Princess Kate was able to be at the Albert Hall and the Cenotaph marking another milestone in her recovery and return to duties. 
And there were milestones to celebrate for Lady Louise, who turned 21, and King Charles - who looked very sprightly on the eve of his 76th birthday as he attended the Gladiator II premiere. 
Plus they reflect on Prince William’s comments about his “hardest year”, and his plans to do royal with a ‘small r’.
Pod Save the King is a Reach Studio production for the Daily Mirror, edited by Daniel J. McLaughlin
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Queen Camilla’s domestic abuse documentary, Remembrance weekend and the King’s Gladiator moment

Pod Save the King is in South Africa this week with Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers and photographer Ian Vogler reporting from Cape Town.
Our roving royal reporters have been following William's visit for the Earthshot Prize, the prestigious environmental awards he set up in 2020.
Russell and Ian discuss the emotional language used by the Prince of Wales in his "searingly honest" interview about his "hardest year", where he spoke candidly about the difficulties his family has faced with their recent health diagnoses.
They also chat about William's growing role as a statesman and diplomat, including his meeting with the South African president Cyril Ramaphosa, with Ian describing it as "less tiaras and crowns, and more firm handshakes and big conversations on big issues".
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Pod Save the King in South Africa: less tiaras and crowns, more firm handshakes and big conversations

The King and Queen were able to relax in an Indian spa on their return home from Samoa and reflect on a successful tour. 
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers, as he makes a whistlestop return to the UK before heading to South Africa for Prince William’s Earthshot prize. 
They reflect on Charles and Camilla’s adventures in Australia and Samoa, and what comes next.
Plus they discuss a new documentary focusing on Prince Williams Homewards project to tackle homelessness - and look ahead to another exciting documentary focused on Camilla’s work.
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William’s big projects take centre stage after Charles’ tour success

Our roving royal reporters are still Down Under, providing insight on how the Royal Visit is going for Charles and Camilla.
Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers is once again joined by photographer Ian Vogler, as they chat about the reception the King and Queen have received in Australia: from the heckles in Parliament House to the warm welcome in Samoa.
And they preview the upcoming Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting, discussing what issues will be brought up, including Charles' passion to combat climate change.
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From the heckles in Parliament House to the warm welcome in Samoa: how is the Royal Visit to Australia being received?

Pod Save the King comes to you from Australia this week with Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers and photographer Ian Vogler discussing the upcoming Royal Visit.
They discuss the Republican movement in Australia, state premiers boycotting a reception with the King, and the repatriation of Indigenous artefacts.
The timing is also interesting for Australian prime minister Anthony Albanese, a sworn republican, who has been under fire recently. What can we expect from the meeting between Albanese and the King?
And was Charles - when he was the Prince of Wales - taking the biscuit by not taking the Lamington cake on his last visit to New South Wales in 2018?
You can get the slice of the action (sorry) from Russell and Ian in their update from the Royal Visit.
Pod Save the King is a Reach Studio production, edited by Daniel J. McLaughlin.
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Pod Save the King in Australia: what can we expect from Charles and Camilla's royal visit?

A photo of the the Princess of Wales hugging a fellow cancer patient captured a special moment and shared its emotion with everyone who saw it. 
While Kate has completed her cancer treatment and is looking forward to the future with hope, teenager Liz Hatton is making the most of the time she has left. 
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by the Mirror’s royal features writer Jennifer Newton to reflect on the big bucket list items Liz ticked off at Windsor Castle.
The team also enjoy the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh’s busy week, including a nostalgic trip to Malta, get riled about a red dress and enjoy Fergie on the Coronation Street cobbles.
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Kate’s hug with cancer patient speaks a thousand words

Prince Harry returned to the UK for the Wellchild Awards, but there was no meet up with his dad or brother. 
But Prince William did enjoy one reunion - as he teamed up with former England football captain David Beckham to celebrate London Air Ambulance’s two new helicopters. 
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss the brothers’ different paths - plus Princess Beatrice’s baby news and whether their cousins could be the ones who could bridge the gap between William and Harry. 
Plus Express royal editor Emily Ferguson shares an update from her day out to see Will and Becks.
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Wills and Becks, Harry’s solo UK trip and a new royal baby

The Prince and Princess of Wales left the children at home for a weekend up in Balmoral - the perfect chance to catch up with the King and Queen on royal plans. 
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to mull what the senior royals could have been discussing. 
And on the other side of the Atlantic, Prince Harry has been highlighting issues close to his heart in a series of appearances in New York, including mental health - something Kate’s brother James Middleton also shines a light on this week with the release of his very personal memoir.
Mirror royal features writer Jennifer Newton interviewed James and joins the show to share details of their chat. Warning: you may end up wanting a dog.
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Kate and William’s Balmoral escape plus Harry and James talk mental health and the love of dogs

The Princess of Wales shared the welcome news she has completed her chemotherapy with an intimate family video - and has carried out her first official duty. 
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper and Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers reunite after their summer break to discuss the welcome news and how Kate chose to share it. 
They also catch up on a summer of royal headlines and highlights, from the King’s visit to Southport after the tragic murder of three young girls became an excuse for far-right riots to the arrivals of rescue chickens at Highgrove and the royal family’s birthday messages for Prince Harry as well as the latest Prince Andrew dramatisation.
There is a return for question of the week, as plans begin for a memorial to the late Queen - plus William is not the only one to have grown a summer beard…
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Kate’s welcome return, plus beards, chickens and birthday messages

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have given a new TV interview to launch Archewell’s Parents’ Network, tackling children’s safety online. 
In the UK the royal family are on their summer break - or at the Olympics - but another danger of the online world has surfaced in the riots which have hit British cities. 
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss Meghan and Harry’s new venture, their upcoming trip to Colombia and the royals’ response to events at home. 
They also reflect on Prince William’s new Homelessness: Reframed exhibition and the positive news about the Wales’s summer holiday plans. 

Pod Save the King is now taking a summer break until September


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Meghan and Harry’s new launch as royal family break for summer

The royal family publishes its accounts each year - showing taxpayers some of the detail of what they are getting for their money. 
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Mirror royal features writer Jennifer Newton to share the bits that caught their eye. .
They also have major job envy as Princess Anne gets stuck into the Olympic action, and ponder what the Invictus Games coming back to the UK means for Prince Harry and the rest of the family given the ongoing tensions.
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Royal finances, Princess Anne’s Olympic gold rush and Harry’s Invictus returns

When Prince Charles posed for portraits during September’s royal visit to France, no one imagined one would be used to announce he was being treated for cancer just a few months later - least of all the photographer. 
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Samir Hussein, who took that photo - and also took the famous ‘umbrella photo’ of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle on their farewell visit as working royals. 
Samir shares the stories behind those photos, what it was like growing up as his photographer dad Anwar travelled the world with Princess Diana, how he ended up following in his footsteps, how the royal family is changing and what it is really like to work with them. 
The Princess Diana Exhibition: Accredited Access runs until September 2nd at Dockside Vaults, London. Tickets are available from princessdiana.london and cost from £17

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Capturing royals for the ages is a family affair

The Princess of Wales received a rapturous reception on Wimbledon’s Centre Court as she kept a favourite date in her diary amid her ongoing cancer treatment. 
While Kate enjoyed her girls’ day out with Charlotte and Pippa, William and George were cheering on the England football team in Germany. 
And the King and Queen were in Jersey and Guernsey, then got their full regalia on for the State Opening of Parliament on their return. 
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers, who was in the Channel Islands for the royal visit, to catch up on a busy few days - plus Princess Anne’s welcome return after her hospital stay.
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Kate and William’s sporting weekend and Charles and Camilla’s busy week

The Buckingham Palace balcony has seen so many iconic moments, from coronation cheers to wedding kisses - and Prince Louis’ Trooping flypast faces. 
Now the King has made new parts of Buckingham Palace open to the public. 
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers, who was given a preview tour ahead of the summer opening. 
Russell also reports from his latest engagement with Queen Camilla at Clarence House, plus the team look back on the arrival of the King’s third Prime Minister and catch up on Prince William’s big homelessness project - and everyone gets excited about all the sport.
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Up close with the Buckingham Palace balcony

Zoe Forsey is in the host's chair this week, as Ann Gripper takes some well deserved time off, and she is joined by the Mirror's royal editor Russell Myers.

The general election is naturally dominating the headlines - and Zoe and Russell discuss what will happen tomorrow from a royal point of view when the results are announced.

They also discuss Royal Week in Scotland, the Princess Royal's recovery after her horse injury, and William being a Swiftie.
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Royal Week in Scotland is interrupted by the General Election

The Queen’s Gallery at Buckingham Palace is now the King’s Gallery - and Pod Save the King was there for the press view of its summer exhibition. 
Host Ann Gripper joined Daily Mirror royal editor and BP regular Russell Myers at Royal Portraits: A Century of Photography to see photos by Rankin, Cecil Beaton, Annie Leibovitz and many more, mixing art, history and intimate family life. They also see the Princess of Wales is far from the first royal portrait photographer to manipulate her pictures. 
And Ann is joined by curator Alessandro Nasini, who shares his highlights and gives an insight into working with the royal archives.
* Royal Portraits: A Century of Photography is at The King’s Gallery, Buckingham Palace until 6 October

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Unseen royal photo portraits make a Buckingham Palace debut

Trooping the Colour is always a highlight in the royal calendar - but it was a real red letter day this year as the Princess of Wales made her first official appearance since Christmas.
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss Kate’s return and the very personal statement released on the eve of the event. 
They also reflect on how Trooping went for the rest of the family, particularly as the King continues his own cancer treatment, and enjoy Royal Ascot and Garter Day.
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Princess of Wales’ Trooping return brings smiles all around

The Princess of Wales became Colonel of the Irish Guards last year and should have taken their salute at the warm-up event for Trooping the Colour. 
Instead, as she continues her cancer treatment, she sent a message ahead of their big day. 
Kate also missed the society wedding of the year as the Duke of Grosvenor married Olivia Henson at Chester Cathedral last Friday. 
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Mirror royal features writer Jennifer Newton to discuss the big events and look ahead to the King’s summer birthday celebration. 
They also reflect on some windows into Prince William’s world and get almost as excited about sport as Mike Tindall.
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Kate’s heartfelt message, a society wedding and royal sporting adventures

When King Charles was starting to think about his return from cancer treatment, being able to join the D-Day 80th anniversary commemorations was at the top of his list. 
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to reflect on a poignant series of events in Britain and France, where the King was joined by Queen Camilla and Prince William. 
They also look ahead to Trooping the Colour, including the latest update on the Princess of Wales’s health as she continues her own cancer treatment, as well as the Japanese State Visit - and Prince Andrew’s home improvements.
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Royals join poignant D-Day commemorations

The royal family were just getting back into the swing of visits with King Charles returning to public duty after cancer treatment and Prince William at work again as Kate continues her cancer treatment. 
Then Prime Minister Rishi Sunak visited Buckingham Palace and then told the country he was calling a general election. 
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss politics’ impact on royal diaries, and the plans, including D-Day commemorations, which will be going ahead. 
They also catch up on Russell’s soggy visit to a Buckingham Palace garden party, where the Tindalls and Yorks kept Prince William company, the latest from the Princess of Wales’s Early Childhood Foundation and an imminent society wedding.
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Royal diaries rearranged again - by a general election

The King seems to be making up for lost time after his enforced break from public engagements due to cancer treatment, packing his diary with events.
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss Charles’ varied schedule, with investitures, a garden party, a service at St Paul’s and the unveiling of a new official portrait - which listeners had plenty of opinions on too. 
The King also had a joint engagement with Prince William as he handed over a colonel-in-chief role, while William enjoyed a sunny trip to Cornwall and Scilly. 
Plus the team reflect on Prince Harry and Meghan’s non-royal tour of Nigeria.
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King Charles’ diary hots up and William hits the beach

Prince Harry marked 10 years of the Invictus Games at a service in London - but the King’s schedule did not allow for a meet-up. 
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Ann Gripper to discuss Harry’s UK trip, the emotional service and what it all means for the royal family. 
They also reflect on the start of garden party season, horsey outings and the review of royal patronages.
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Harry returns but there’s no family reunion

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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King Charles gives Easter cheer with Windsor walkabout

When the Princess of Wales decided to tell the world why she had been missing from public view - and that she would need to take longer away from the spotlight - she chose to do it in person. 
Kate shared the news of her cancer diagnosis in a recorded video message she had written herself. 
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss the unprecedented announcement and its impact. 
They also reflect on reaction to the news, Camilla’s continued composure as she leads the line for the royals and Charles’s return for the Easter Sunday service.  
Add your message for Kate to our map of good wishes from around the world at www.goodluckkate.co.uk


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Kate’s video message announcing her cancer touches hearts

The “madness of social media” over Kate’s extended absence from the public eye has reached new levels of insanity.
Sharing a sweet Mother’s Day photo of Kate and the children taken by Prince William should have been a reassuring moment - instead the edited image represented a PR disaster and sent the rumour mill into a whole new spiral. 
Since then there has been video of the Prince and Princess of Wales at a Windsor farm shop and an investigation into an alleged breach of Kate’s medical records - while the royals attempt to Keep Calm and Carry On. 
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers, who broke the story of the medical records investigation, to try to make sense of it all - and what happens next.
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Princess of Wales photo frenzy as Palace loses control

Charles was the longest serving royal apprentice in British history as his mother reigned for 70 years. 
Their relationship was not always easy, but they shared a unique bond. 
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Ingrid Seward, editor in chief of Majesty Magazine and hugely respected royal writer and biographer whose latest book My Mother and I focuses on the King and late Queen’s relationship.
They also discuss what the King learned about parenting, how daughters-in-law have brought them both challenges and what the Queen would made of Charles’s reign so far.
Plus Ingrid answers listeners’ questions - and there is a new question of the week. 
My Mother and I: The Inside Story of the King and our late Queen, by Ingrid Seward - published by Simon & Schuster

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King Charles, his mum and how their relationship shapes today’s royal family

The Princess of Wales is continuing her recovery from abdominal surgery - but social media has gone into hyperdrive during her absence from royal duties and the public eye. 
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Mirror online features editor Zoe Forsey to discuss Kensington Palace’s decision to speak out as wild rumours spiralled and a Trooping the Colour announcement added to the confusion. 
They also reflect on the King’s continuing official duties, Prince William’s ongoing inability to pull a pint and the early stages of Kate’s uncle Gary Goldsmith’s time in the Celebrity Big Brother house. 
Plus listeners give their views on Prince Harry’s security arrangements, Zoe shares what she made of the royals during her time in New York and there is a new question of the week.
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Missing Kate is just too much for social media

Prince William’s latest engagement with the Middle East crisis came with a visit to London’s Western Marble Arch synagogue - where he told people “anti-Semitism has no place in society”.
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss William's work on the Middle East and share readers’ verdicts. 
They also discuss the royals’ ongoing commitment to Ukraine, as Olena Zelenska met Queen Camilla, and the court verdict on Prince Harry’s security provision. 
Plus they reflect on the Princess of Wales’ ongoing absence and William’s short notice cancellation, the King’s get well messages and Prince Andrew’s prominent memorial appearance.
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Prince William returns to Middle East issues

Prince Harry and Meghan hit the slopes in Whistler, Canada, to mark a year to go until the first winter Invictus Games. An interview with Good Morning America and reports he would be willing to return to royal duties - at least on a temporary basis - shed new light on the current state of his relationship with his family. 
In the UK, Prince William hit the BAFTA red carpet but also took a major step forward in his mission to tackle homelessness - and issued a powerful statement on the situation in Gaza. 
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss the estranged brothers’ weeks, update on the King’s health as he continues his cancer treatment and share listeners’ creative suggestions for Ann and Russell’s coats of arms.
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Harry’s hopes for royal return and William tackles the big problems

The King shared a message of thanks and gave a big wave to Sandringham visitors at the weekend as he adjusts to life as a cancer patient. 
But Prince Harry and Meghan are in the spotlight too after launching their new Sussex.com website. 
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers - fresh from an engagement with Queen Camilla. 
They discuss the King’s progress, the Waleses’ Sandringham stay and the Sussexes’ very royal rebrand, as well as sharing listeners’ assessments of the prospect of Harry reconciling with his family.
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Charles and Camilla still smiling and Sussex website makes waves

Charles III’s has begun treatment for an undisclosed form of cancer - and has seen Prince Harry in person for the first time in months.
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss the impact of the shock news, the choreography behind the scenes ahead of the announcement and what happens next. 
They also reflect on the Duke of Sussex’s brief visit, Prince William’s return to work as Kate continues her recovery and how Camilla, Anne and the royals are pulling together.
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King’s cancer diagnosis brings Harry home

The King and the Princess of Wales are safely home from their hospital stays to continue their rest and recovery. With William supporting Kate and the children, that has put Camilla in the solo spotlight like never before - and she is thriving. 
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss how the recovering royals are getting on and the way the Queen is coming into her own.
They also reflect on Sophie’s frank conversation about periods and share listeners’ views on what the main role of the royal family should be.
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Camilla takes a welcome lead as King and Kate recuperate

The Queen has been keeping the royal show on the road as the Princess of Wales continues her recovery from surgery while Prince William runs things at home, and the King awaits treatment of his own. But the royal family are missing three of their four major players - and will be for some time to come. 
And this week Sarah Ferguson revealed the latest blow to her own health. 
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to reflect on events so far - and the longer term impact of the key royals' enforced time out. 
They also discuss changes to the family members who could stand in for the King, and Prince Edward’s big but low key trip.
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A new approach to royal health challenges

The Princess of Wales and King Charles shared major health updates on the same day - with the news Kate will require lengthy recuperation after major abdominal surgery a particular shock. 
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Mirror royal features writer Jennifer Newton to discuss the impact of the news, praise for Charles’ openness about treatment for an enlarged prostate and what it means for the Firm as Prince William also steps back from royal duties to care for his family. 
They also discuss the revelations in Robert Hardman’s new book on the King and the handing over of the throne in Denmark, as Queen Margrethe abdicated in favour of Frederik X.
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Kate and Charles’ shock health news

It’s a New Year but the same old problems for the royal family - as unsealed court papers return the Jeffrey Epstein case and Prince Andrew to the headlines. 
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss where the latest round of revelations leave the Duke of York and the Firm. 
They also reflect on the first episode of the Queen’s Reading Room podcast and celebrate the Princess of Wales’s birthday.
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Prince Andrew saga shows no signs of ending

The royal family were out in force at Sandringham on Christmas Day on a joyful outing to church, with Mia Tindall and the Wales children stealing the show. 
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to look back on the festive season’s royal highlights. 
They reflect on King Charles’ powerful Christmas message, royal TV highlights and what the family’s New Year messages told us about the Firm. Plus they get their teeth into the discussion of the royal family’s ‘main’ role and whether Empire has any place in Britain’s honours system today.
And they look further afield with the surprise abdication of Denmark’s Queen Margrethe.
Wishing our listeners all the best for 2024. 
* Send us your thoughts on the show @podsave on Instagram.
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Royals make Christmas a festive family occasion

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

The royal family gathered for its annual pre-Christmas lunch this week - but at Windsor Castle rather than Buckingham Palace. 
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Mirror Online royal features writer Jennifer Newton to discuss the royals’ festive celebrations so far, the traditions to come at Christmas and Kate’s family throwback photo. 
They also look ahead to the BBC documentary on Charles’ coronation year, enjoy Camilla’s sword-wielding outing and Meghan Markle's extra moment, and reflect on Prince William’s last minute trip.
Merry Christmas to all our listeners - don’t miss Pod Save the King’s review of the year, out next Thursday.


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Royals kick off Christmas celebrations

The Princess of Wales wowed in maximum glamour as the royal show went on after she and King Charles were named as the royals alleged to have talked about Archie’s skin colour.

And now the royals are in Christmas mode, taking festive opportunities to highlight key causes - while Prince Harry and Meghan Markle shared an update on their Archewell Foundation’s progress.

Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss how the dust has settled after the Endgame row.

They also talk the politics of wedding invitations, royal Christmas cards, the hardest working royals and the difference a royal visit can really make.

* Send your messages and questions for our royal review of the year to @podsave on Instagram.
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Royals switch to Christmas sparkle after Endgame row

King Charles III has the weight not just of his mother’s long reign behind him, but 1,200 years of history.
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by writer, broadcaster and podcaster Iain Dale, editor of Kings and Queens featuring an essay on each of the English and British monarchs since Alfred the Great - and a few who come with an asterisk.
They discuss the past emotional year of royal history, why Charles’s reign has got off to a better start than expected, what makes a memorable monarch and the resilience and adaptability the monarchy has shown to survive this long.
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Kings and Queens: Charles continues 1200 years of resilience and adaptability

Omid Scobie had already set headlines swirling with his new book Endgame, but the Dutch translation seemingly naming two royals as discussing Archie’s skin colour took things up another level.

Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss the fallout.

They also share listeners’ thoughts on the book, discuss the royals’ latest appearances and say a fond goodbye to producer Dan.
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Endgame reignites racism row

White tie, tiaras and K-pop superstars made for a memorable banquet night in this week’s State Visit.
Queen Camilla, the Princess of Wales, Princess Royal and Duchess of Edinburgh were a picture of elegance, and every outfit came with a special slice of history.
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to relive the highlights, discuss its impact and lament some missed song and dance opportunities.
They also reflect on Sarah Ferguson’s latest TV gig, Kate’s Children In Need opener and whether the Sussexes could be at Sandringham this Christmas.
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K-Midd and K-Pop as Korea State Visit sparkles

Prince Harry has barely spoken to his father in recent months - but King Charles’ 75th birthday might just mark a new start.
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss what did and didn’t happen as part of the King’s birthday celebrations, and what it means for royal relations - particularly as a new book revisits painful parts of the royals’ family relationships.
They also discuss the Prince and Princess of Wales’s big projects, Remembrance weekend and the new series of The Crown.
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Prince Harry’s birthday connection with dad King Charles

Charles III gave his first King’s Speech to Parliament this week - but it is other recent addresses that tell us far more about him.
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss Charles’ address to the politicians with words provided by a divisive Government and the view of the country he shared in his recent Mansion House speech.
They also reflect on the State visit to Kenya, the Earthshot prize and Meghan and Harry’s private jet flight to a Katy Perry concert.
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King’s Speech is a spectacle but not the whole story

Royal Editor Rusell Myers and Royal Photographer Ian Vogler join King Charles and Queen Camilla on their State Visit to Kenya. They discuss the Royal tour, share behind-the-scenes details and Charles' keynote speech.

...And there's mention of a new addition to Family Myers. (Congrats Russ!)
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King Charles and Queen Camilla's State Visit to Kenya

The Princess of Wales made eye-catching fashion choices for visits to mark Mental Health Week - but it was the subtle details that really showed her class. 
Pod Save The King host Ann Gripper hears from Laycie Beck, the NottinghamshireLive reporter who covered Kate’s visit to the city and shares why it will live long in her memory. 
And Mirror royal writer Jennifer Newton returns to the show to catch up on William and Kate’s work, Meghan and Harry’s New York appearance and Princess Eugenie’s podcast appearances - plus we share listener thoughts on the York sisters. 
Next week: Mirror royal editor Russell Myers and Ian Vogler join King Charles and Queen Camilla in Kenya

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Kate brings stardust as royals engage in passion projects

For most people, Queen Elizabeth II’s reign was their only experience of the British monarchy until her death last year - but will more of the same work in the Carolean era?
The royal family has repeatedly reinvented itself over the centuries, and with support for the institution falling among young people, historian Dr Ed Owens believes the time is ripe for another royal stepchange.
He joins Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper to discuss his new book After Elizabeth: Can the Monarchy Save Itself?, the challenges facing King Charles III and why people should not assume Prince William is the royal best placed to drive the change needed.
After Elizabeth: Can the Monarchy Save Itself? by Dr Ed Owens, published by Bloomsbury, is out now
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After Elizabeth: Can the Monarchy Save Itself?

Charles, Camilla, William and Kate are a year into their new roles - so how are they settling in?
Pod Save The King host Ann Gripper is joined by body language expert and longtime royal watcher Judi James to look at how they have changed since becoming King and Queen and Prince and Princess of Wales.
They also discuss how Meghan and Harry are finding their not-so-new life outside the royal family.
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Contagiously confident Kate and Charles playing the King

The Prince and Princess of Wales have had a busy week - and engaged on two issues that have been major themes for the royal family this year.
But with the slimmed down royal family, William and Kate could do with some reinforcements.
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper and Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers reflect on how Princess Beatrice, who spoke powerfully about dyslexia this week, and Princess Eugenie could have been real royal assets - and why things are only just getting going for the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh.
They also discuss Prince Andrew's Royal Lodge challenge and how Fergie is coming into her own.
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Waleses keep a promise and the royal family's missing secret weapons

King Charles and Queen Camilla's state visit to France was a roaring success, and showed Charles is still ready to make his voice heard on issues that matter.
Prince William and Kate have built major long-term projects around issues they care about deeply and believe can make a difference - but are they making an impact as Prince and Princess of Wales?
With the royal family's year of transition over, Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss all the latest royal news - and why he'd like William and Kate to up their game.
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King Charles a statesman on a mission - but what next for the Waleses?

Delayed due to the riots, the state visit of King Charles and Queen Camilla to France finally happened this week. As Macron rolled out the red carpet, Russell Myers and Ian Vogler recorded a special episode of Pod Save The King behind the scenes.
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The King and Queen's French State Visit

William, Kate, Meghan and Harry have all been in the thick of major sporting events over the last week - with the Waleses in France to cheer Wales and England to Rugby World Cup wins and the Sussexes celebrating the Invictus Games family.
Pod Save The King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to talk through the latest royal news.
They also reflect on Kate’s prison visit, Princess Anne stealing the show alongside the Waleses when the trio joined Mike Tindall for his podcast and look ahead to the King’s State visit to France.
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