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Palace Confidential

Daily Mail 58 episodes Nov 5, 2026

A weekly podcast from the Daily Mail covering news, views, and scandals about the British Royal Family. Hosted by royal experts Richard Eden and Rebecca English, along with broadcaster Jo Elvin, the show unpacks headlines and offers behind-the-scenes insights. Topics include Prince William, Kate Middleton, Prince Harry, Meghan Markle, and other royals.

Episodes

'CONTRADICTIONS!' Meghan & Harry's claims about Thomas Markle DON'T MAKE SENSE
'CONTRADICTIONS!' Meghan & Harry's claims about Thomas Markle DON'T MAKE SENSE Nov 5, 2026 48:53 As King Charles is rained on in the Caribbean, an even darker cloud looms over the monarchy.Has the King been left out to dry by Prime Minister Andy Burnham and his wavering position on whether to apologise over slavery? Thankfully, the Daily Mail's Royal Editor Rebecca English is on hand with all the details, taking us behind the scenes at the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Antig
'APOLOGISE!' Can King Charles AVERT Caribbean CRISIS?
'APOLOGISE!' Can King Charles AVERT Caribbean CRISIS? Oct 29, 2026 47:02 Thomas Markle Sr has been accused of hoarding child sex abuse images at his home in the Phillipines (allegations he has called 'sick lies').While Meghan Markle called the investigation into her father 'disturbing', Richard Eden, the Daily Mail's Diary Editor, asks whether the Duchess is 'weaponising' the news while Richard Kay, the newspaper's Senior Editor-at-Large
Does Prince Harry think we have FORGOTTEN what he's done?
Does Prince Harry think we have FORGOTTEN what he's done? Oct 22, 2026 53:22 New revelations from fashion designer Roland Mouret's detail an extraordinary fallout with Meghan Markle over the return of a designer dress and an embarrassing mix-up with Princess Catherine, that caused the Duchess of Sussex to 'ERUPT'. Richard Eden explains why this reveals more than it might seem.The panel also examine the suggestion made by Prince Harry that he wants to 'to wo
'THEY'RE VILE TROLLS!' Royal expert HITS OUT at Sussex Squad
'THEY'RE VILE TROLLS!' Royal expert HITS OUT at Sussex Squad Oct 12, 2026 1:00:22 Is Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor attempting a COMEBACK after his High Court triumph? Will Meghan Markle be apologising to Princess Catherine over what was said in the Oprah interview? And why is the King's trip to the Caribbean looking like it's a long way from paradise?On this unmissable episode of Palace Confidential, Rebecca English, Richard Eden and Robert Hardman break down the latest ro
'TASTE OF THEIR OWN MEDICINE!' Prince Harry & Meghan HURT by King's statement
'TASTE OF THEIR OWN MEDICINE!' Prince Harry & Meghan HURT by King's statement Sep 29, 2026 51:52 In an extraordinary letter, it seems King Charles has finally given Prince Harry and Meghan Markle a taste of their own medicine, that's according to the Daily Mail's Royal Editor Rebecca English. The monarch emphasised that the Sussexes should be treated as 'private citizens' upon their return to the UK and not as working members of the Royal Family. Rebecca breaks down what the l
'SPITTING BLOOD!' Prince Harry STILL wants an APOLOGY from the Royal Family
'SPITTING BLOOD!' Prince Harry STILL wants an APOLOGY from the Royal Family Sep 7, 2026 1:10:35 President Donald Trump has shared his damning verdict on Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's UK return - but do our experts agree?Richard Kay, the Daily Mail's Senior Editor-at-Large, speculates that the Sussexes fled from America rather than leaving of their own volition. This seems to be backed up by the accounts of their Montecito neighbours.He also argues that William should reconcile with his br
Should Prince William be the 'BIGGER MAN' and welcome Prince Harry to the UK? | Palace Confidential
Should Prince William be the 'BIGGER MAN' and welcome Prince Harry to the UK? | Palace Confidential Aug 28, 2026 1:02:16 Prince Harry, Meghan Markle and their children have officially landed in the UK - but what do our royal experts say is the 'one real motivation' behind their move?Rebecca English, the Daily Mail's Royal Editor, shuts down the notion that Prince William should be the 'bigger man' by extending a hand of friendship to the Sussexes. She also reiterates that the King did not know about his son's return
'MAJOR THREAT!' Prince Harry & Meghan Markle's SHOCK return | Palace Confidential
'MAJOR THREAT!' Prince Harry & Meghan Markle's SHOCK return | Palace Confidential Aug 21, 2026 58:13 Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are moving back to the UK with their children Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet. This is everything we know so far.Reacting to the shocking update, Richard Eden, the Daily Mail's Diary Editor, argues that the return of the Sussexes poses a 'major threat to the monarchy, leaving King Charles in a tricky position.Columnist Sarah Vine agrees and suggests that Prince Ha
How William & Catherine BEAT Harry & Meghan in America | Palace Confidential
How William & Catherine BEAT Harry & Meghan in America | Palace Confidential Aug 7, 2026 41:51 On this unmissable episode of Palace Confidential, Richard Eden, the Daily Mail's Diary Editor, explains how William and Catherine have beaten Harry and Meghan on their own turf, proving who REALLY has won the popularity war between the couples.As Princess Eugenie gives birth to her third child in Portugal, Richard Kay, the Daily Mail's Senior Editor-at-Large, questions whether she will EVER retur
'EXPLOITATIVE!' Experts give verdict on Meghan's picture near Diana's grave
'EXPLOITATIVE!' Experts give verdict on Meghan's picture near Diana's grave Jul 31, 2026 51:39 It appears that Prince Harry, Meghan Markle, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet laid flowers on Diana's grave during their stay at Althorp. And we only know this because of the Duchess of Sussex herself...Rebecca English, the Daily Mail's Royal Editor, slams the photographs on Meghan's Instagram as 'exploitative' and 'hypocritical'. What will appear on her account next? Perhaps pictures of Highgro
'WATCH YOUR BACK! Royal expert WARNS Buckingham Palace about Harry & Meghan
'WATCH YOUR BACK! Royal expert WARNS Buckingham Palace about Harry & Meghan Jul 24, 2026 50:46 On this packed episode of Palace Confidential, Rebecca English, the Daily Mail's Royal Editor, breaks down Prince Harry & Meghan Markle's 'plan' to reverse Megxit - and why it involves their Portuguese holiday home.Reacting to a report that Meghan was upset about the controversy surrounding her family's recent trip to the UK, Richard Eden, the newspaper's Diary Editor, brands it 'nonsense', ar
King Charles 'TESTS' Prince Harry & Meghan Markle?
King Charles 'TESTS' Prince Harry & Meghan Markle? Jul 17, 2026 39:51 Prince Harry, Meghan Markle, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet were invited to Highgrove for a reunion with King Charles. That meeting has everyone talking - but what was the crucial role that Queen Camilla played in it all? The Daily Mail's Senior Editor-at-Large Richard Kay discusses the theories here.Richard Eden, the Daily Mail's Diary Editor, also details the 'test' that Buckingham Palace ha

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