The Royalist
The Royalist is a podcast by The Daily Beast that delves into the secrets, scandals, and intrigues of the British royal family. Hosted by royal correspondent Tom Sykes, it features expert guests and covers topics from feuds and fashion to haunted palaces. New episodes are released every Wednesday.
Episodes
Tragic Harry Just wants to Come Home
On this week's episode of The Royalist, host Tom Sykes dives into explosive new claims that Prince Harry regrets leaving royal life and has been secretly hoping Prince William would need him again. Plus, Tom breaks down the growing power struggle between King Charles and William, the controversy surrounding Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie's royal housing arrangements, and sits down with for
Exclusive: Harry and Meghan's Fury at Home's Fate
Host Tom Sykes unpacks his exclusive report on Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's fury over the fate of Frogmore Cottage, the royal home gifted to them by Queen Elizabeth II. Plus, Daily Mail columnist Alison Boshoff joins the show to reveal what Peter Phillips' upcoming wedding guest list says about the state of the royal family—and whether Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie are caught in the c
Surprise Truth About Meghan's Clash With Queen: Author
On today’s episode of The Royalist with Tom Sykes, shocking new details emerge about Meghan Markle’s behind-the-scenes clashes with Queen Elizabeth II — including the truth behind the infamous “Tiara Gate” drama. Tom is joined by Paula Froelich (@paulafroelich, https://thescoopwithpaulafroelich.substack.com/) to unpack the latest royal tensions, why Prince William’s relatable “dad next door” image
How Preaching Meghan Exposed Her Own Hypocrisy
Tom Sykes is joined by Daily Mail showbiz editor Alison Boshoff and royal biographer Christopher Andersen for one of the juiciest episodes of The Royalist yet. From Meghan Markle’s controversial Geneva appearance and growing criticism of her “scattergun” philanthropy, to the shocking collapse of Harry and Meghan’s celebrity friendships, nothing is off limits. Plus, Christopher Andersen discusses h
New Claims Blow Andrew Epstein Royal Coverup Apart
On this week’s episode of The Royalist, Tom dives deep into the latest royal controversies — from King Charles’ apparent push to rehabilitate the York family to Prince Harry’s awkward attempt to join the celebrations for David Attenborough’s 100th birthday. Tom breaks down why Princess Eugenie’s pregnancy announcement has sparked fresh backlash, questions whether the monarchy is repeating the same
Why Desperate Meghan is Spiraling
Dive into a jam-packed episode of The Royalist, hosted by Tom Sykes, as he unpacks the latest drama, strategy, and controversy surrounding the British royal family. From Princess Charlotte’s carefully curated birthday portrait—and what it reveals about Prince William and Kate Middleton’s evolving PR playbook—to a deep-dive with NewsNation's Paula Froelich (Substack: Paula Froelich: Uncensored, You
Secrets of Trump's Weird Royal Fetish Exposed
King Charles heads to America for a historic and highly controversial state visit with Donald Trump—and the timing could not be more explosive. Guest host Hugh Dougherty breaks down the political tension, security fears, and royal stakes surrounding the trip before Tom Sykes sits down with acclaimed royal author Robert Hardman. Hardman reveals what Trump privately said about Queen Elizabeth, why h
Meghan's Staff Expose Shocking Way She Treats Them
The Royalist reveals astonishing accounts from Meghan Markle's former staff of the reality of working with the Duchess of Sussex. Tom Sykes has all the details on his revelations from the people who know what life is like being at the beck and call of Meghan, who was caught on camera glaring at a staffer during her tour of Australia. He’s joined by Vanity Fair’s Katie Nicholl to reveal the remarka
Plum Sykes Reveals Queen Elizabeth Fashion Secrets
In this episode of The Royalist, Tom Sykes dives into the latest royal drama as Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s Australia tour spirals into controversy, with insider commentary from NewsNation's Paula Froelich (Substack: https://thescoopwithpaulafroelich.sub..., Youtube: / @paulafroelich ) unpacking the backlash and behind-the-scenes chaos. Royal biographer Hugo Vickers offers a rare, intimat
I Know Sordid Secrets of Andrew's Epstein Parties
In this episode of The Royalist, host Tom Sykes is joined by fashion expert Plum Sykes (Substack: plumsykes.substack.com), NewsNation's Paula Froelich (Substack: https://thescoopwithpaulafroelich.sub..., Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@PaulaFroelich), and royal biographer Robert Jobson for a wide-ranging and deeply revealing look inside the modern monarchy. From the carefully orchestrated Easter
This Is Meghan & Harry's Jaw-Dropping Netflix Haul
This week on The Royalist, Tom Sykes dives headfirst into the chaos, and it’s one of those episodes where every segment somehow tops the last. Plum Sykes breaks down the unexpectedly chic reinvention of Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie (and just how much it’s costing), while NewsNation's Paula Froelich (@pfro, YouTube: @PaulaFroelich) unpacks the eyebrow-raising decision for King Charles III to hea
Tom Bower: This Is How Harry Can Come Home—Alone
Dive into royal chaos as Tom Sykes breaks down a week of jaw-dropping headlines—from iconic fashion throwbacks in “Royal Fashion with Plum Sykes” to behind-the-scenes tensions shaking royal marriages. Joined by NewsNations, Paula Froelich (@pfro, YouTube: @PaulaFroelich) the episode spills insider tea on scandal, strategy, and the shifting power dynamics threatening the monarchy. Plus, a deep-div
Why King Charles Must Abdicate Now: Andrew Lownie
In this debut episode of The Royalist, host Tom Sykes dives straight into the biggest royal scandals of the moment with a blockbuster interview featuring royal biographer Andrew Lownie, who explains why the fallout from Prince Andrew and Jeffrey Epstein revelations could pose an unprecedented crisis for King Charles III and the monarchy—and gives his extraordinary solution. Iconic fashion editor P
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