
Talking Royals
The podcast about the British royal family from ITV News. Every week, our Royal Editor Chris Ship and Royal Expert Lizzie Robinson join Charlene White to look back at the big stories they've been out covering over the last seven days, sharing their insight and bringing you interviews with a range of guests.
Episodes

Should cameras be allowed to film Prince George's first day at Eton?
Prince George is a teenager! So, as he prepares to start his new school, the Talking Royals team discuss how the future King is being shielded from the spotlight. And it might be royal tradition - but is it right that Prince George's first day at Eton is filmed, or should he be allowed more privacy?So, what is the young prince really like, behind closed doors? And we take a look back at some of th
How did Meghan, Archie and Lilibet manage to completely avoid the UK media?
On this week’s Talking Royals, Chris reveals a little-known fact about the Sussex family trip to the UK…Plus, how did Meghan, Archive and Lilibet avoid the cameras the entire time they were here?And, it was a packed week for Catherine and William who managed to fit in several engagements, with a surprise appearance from Prince George and Charlotte too… But was there a reason they were keeping so b
Will Harry, Meghan and the children reunite with King Charles?
Chris and Lizzie join Charlene to discuss the royal question everyone is asking: Where are Meghan and her children?With rumours flying that the Duchess has landed in the UK, ready for a secret family reunion, the team run through what we know about the Sussex's ongoing plans. And will Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet finally spend some time with their grandfather, the King?

'He lost convincingly' - Expert reaction to Harry’s privacy case defeat to Mail publisher
Prince Harry, Sir Elton John and five others' claims over alleged unlawful information gathering by Daily Mail publisher Associated Newspapers have been dismissed at the High Court.Chris and Lizzie join Charlene to talk about the decision, which comes as the Duke of Sussex visits the UK to mark one year until the Invictus Games which will be held in Birmingham next summer.

The Princess of Wales' 'amazing' surprise for young boy on a mountain
The Princess of Wales has completed the Three Peaks Challenge to raise money in support of the hospital where she was treated for cancer and "explore life beyond diagnosis".Kate revealed in a message on social media that she had successfully taken on the trek, not only as a physical endeavour but “to give something back” and raise awareness of the wider impact of serious illness.The team react to
Revealed: The 'six terrorist plots' Prince Harry's team say make Britain unsafe for his family
We have seen a highly sensitive security report which states that Prince Harry is the focus of six terrorist plots, five of which originated in the UK.The report, commissioned by Harry's own private security firm, details dozens of threats and potential attacks facing the Duke and Duchess of Sussex and includes an al-Qaeda document which called for his assassination.The revelations come as the Duk
The King makes shock announcement about the future of Buckingham Palace
Should the King be living at Buckingham Palace, especially after the taxpayer shelled out £369 million on refurbishing it?That's one of many questions Charlene, Chris and Lizzie tackle on this week's episode of Talking Royals. So, as the King announces he and the Queen will be making Clarence House their permanent residence, what is the point of Buckingham Palace now?Plus – how will the rest of th
Our royal experts react to all the best moments from Ascot 2026
With the royals’ summer season in full swing, Talking Royals are ringside at the races for a very special episode from Royal Ascot! The team have all the behind-the-scenes details from the high society event of the year… On Day One of Ascot, the King and Queen were joined for the iconic carriage procession by the new Mr and Mrs Peter Phillips, fresh from their royal wedding celebrations. So who wo

The behind-the-scenes gossip from the royal wedding of the year
Peter Phillips and Harriet Sperling have tied the knot at a modest royal wedding that gained major attention with the arrival of the King and Queen and the Prince and Princess of Wales.But also notably, Princess Beatrice and Eugenie were in public attendance to see Princess Anne's son marry NHS nurse Harriet at the private ceremony.In this episode of Talking Royals, Charlene, Chris and Lizzie disc
Surprising new details about Andrew, Beatrice, Eugenie and others’ rent arrangements
The former prince, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, has been earning money by subletting properties in the grounds of his former home in Windsor.The arrangements for the lease of his home, Royal Lodge, from which he was ejected by the King last year, have been revealed in a new report, which also shows his daughters don't pay any rent on their homes inside royal palaces.On this episode of Talking Royal
William and Kate's royal mansions, secret tax bill and big plans for a financial shake-up
This week on Talking Royals, Chris and Lizzie discuss all things Prince and Princess of Wales..As the Prince of Wales announces significant changes to his financial portfolio, we investigate how rich William and Kate really are, how many houses they have, whether they pay tax...And what is their vision for the future of the monarchy's finances?Plus, we analyse a rare personal interview with Prince
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor: Police investigation update
The former Prince Andrew, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, is being investigated for sexual offences as part of the original investigation into misconduct in public office, by Thames Valley Police.Our royal experts, Chris and Lizzie, update Charlene on everything we need to know about this development in the investigation into the former Prince.So what does this update mean? How did we end up here? And

What Kate's trip to Italy tells us about the future Queen
The Princess of Wales is embarking on a new "global mission”, as she makes her first overseas royal trip since her cancer diagnosis.Chris and Lizzie are on the road again, as Kate got to work in the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy, learning about early years education. The trip has being described as a “huge moment” for the Princess of Wales.The future Queen had not been on an international work tr

Princess of Wales to make first foreign trip since cancer diagnosis - so why now?
We've had some significant news from Kensington Palace, this week... Catherine, Princess of Wales will make her first solo foreign trip since her cancer diagnosis.Fresh from travelling with King Charles to the USA to meet Donald Trump, and Prince Harry in Ukraine, the team are back together for one week only...So with Chris and Lizzie back in the studio, it seemed the perfect time to discuss these
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor allegedly threatened at Sandringham: All the key details
In this special Talking Royals episode, the team react to the news that police have arrested a man near Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's home.Chris, Lizzie and Charlene recorded the episode shortly after Norfolk Police released a statement confirming that an armed man with "an offensive weapon" had been detained near his home.Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor moved to the Sandringham Estate earlier this year
Prince Harry: Royal Experts Answer Your Most Asked Questions
Our royal experts tackle the internet’s most searched questions about Prince Harry—from the topical to the truly surprising. In this episode of Talking Royals, our royal experts Chris, Lizzie and Charlene break down viral Google queries and reveal what we actually know about the Duke of Sussex. The episode explores some of the most frequently asked questions about Prince Harry, including why he st
Prince George: Royal Experts Answer Your Most Asked Questions
Our royal experts tackle the internet’s most searched questions about Prince George—from the serious to the downright bizarre…In this episode of Talking Royals, our royal experts Chris, Lizzie and Charlene break down viral Google queries and reveal what we actually know about the future king.The video explores whether Prince George could theoretically become king as a child, before taking a closer
All the moments you might have missed from the King's state visit with Donald Trump
Did the King perform a diplomatic masterclass or could it come back to bite him? This week, Chris and Lizzie join Charlene from Washington DC where they have been covering King Charles's state visit to America, to mark 250 years of US independence. The royal team travelled straight from Ukraine, where they had been exclusively filming with Prince Harry. After landing in Washington DC, they have co
What was it like behind the scenes on Prince Harry’s secret trip of Ukraine?
Royal Editor Chris Ship and Royal Expert Lizzie Robinson are the only two broadcast journalists that were allowed into Ukraine to cover Prince Harry's secret trip.They reveal all about how they entered a warzone with a royal, what would happen in the event of an attack and why they had to keep it all a secret.On his visit to Ukraine Harry followed the footsteps of his mother and her work with the
King Charles' special tribute to his late mother
On what would have been Queen Elizabeth II's 100th birthday, Talking Royals brings you this special episode as King Charles releases a tribute to his late mother.In a video statement, the King said that "much about the times we now live in I suspect may have troubled her deeply, but I take heart from her belief that goodness will always prevail."Chris and Lizzie join Charlene to discuss Charles' t
Is the criticism of Harry and Meghan's Australia tour unfair?
Was Harry and Meghan's trip to Australia really "a cash-grabbing, money-making exercise"? This week, the Talking Politics team discuss whether the Sussexes tour Down Under felt uncomfortable, due to the combination of charitable and commercial opportunities. Harry and Meghan kicked off the visit by dropping into a hospital in Melbourne, where they met sick children, their families and medical staf
How did the late Queen really feel about Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor?
The Talking Royals team are back! This week, Charlene, Chris and Lizzie discuss Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's absence from the recent Easter Service.Plus, in this week's episode we're joined by esteemed royal biographer Hugo Vickers, who has written a book to mark the 100th anniversary of the late Queen’s birth. He recalls Queen Elizabeth’s distress and concern about the future of her son, Andrew M
Could Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie lose their titles after Andrew's arrest?
Have Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie been quietly sidelined by the King? Could they be stripped of their royal titles? And where is Fergie? Join our royal experts for their weekly conversation covering all the significant royal topics of the week.Chris, Lizzie and Lucrezia discuss how the two sisters' reputation has been affected by the arrest of their father, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor. Beatrice
Behind the scenes at the stunning state visit: All the royal details you missed
What were the hidden details you might have missed from the royals' Nigerian state banquet? The Talking Royals team delve into what really happens when the King plays host at Windsor Castle.From Princess Kate's stunning banquet gown, to the King holding hands with the Nigerian President, plus everything that the guests ate and drank.And what did TikTok icon 'Bus Aunty' say to the monarch, when she
Previously-unseen photo of Andrew, Epstein and Mandelson uncovered
An extraordinary never-before-seen photo uncovered by ITV News shows Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, Jeffrey Epstein and Lord Mandelson together for the first time.The photo is thought to have been taken sometime between 1999 and 2000, before Epstein was imprisoned in 2008 for soliciting prostitution from a minor. It was released as part of the Epstein files.The image shows Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor

Royal photographer reveals how he captured his most iconic Royal Family images
Royal photographer Chris Jackson joins Charlene, Chris and Lizzie to discuss his long career taking many of the most iconic photographs in modern Royal history.He talks through the pressure of getting the perfect photos of the King, late Queen, and others - and capturing the Royal Family's highest and lowest moments.Also - with the US-Israel entering war with Iran this week, what does it mean for
Did the royal family make a mistake letting Harry and Meghan walk away?
In this week’s episode of Talking Royals, Charlene, Chris and Lizzie discuss whether Meghan and Harry should have ever been allowed to leave the royal family. And is the Palace now missing that Meghan Markle magic?Charlene, Chris and Lizzie recorded this episode right after Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s surprise trip to Jordan made global headlines — including reports that they were “snubbed” b
How was this iconic image of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor leaving a police station captured?
It’s the photo that will define a moment in history for the royal family. A press photographer captured the split second that the former Prince Andrew was driven away from a Norfolk police station after being arrested.So how was the iconic photo of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor captured? Our royal experts, Chris and Lizzie, tell Charlene everything they have learned about that moment, the historic ar
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrest: How it all unfolded
Historic scenes in Sandringham, as Andrew Mountbatten Windsor is arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office. Our royal experts talk through what we know, and what this means for the royal family.Plain-clothed police officers were seen arriving at the royal property, before Thames Valley Police confirmed the news of an arrest.Shortly afterwards, King Charles III released an unprecedented

Did the Palace response to the Andrew-Epstein allegations go far enough?
What happened when Prince William decided to speak out on Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s connection to Jeffrey Epstein? And did the statement go far enough? Listen as Chris and Lizzie describe how it all unfolded, while they were in Saudi Arabia with Prince William. They talk us through how they found out that Kensington Palace, and Buckingham Palace, decided to end the royal wall of silence, addres
Is this the biggest royal scandal in living memory?
As the latest Epstein files uncover more claims about Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, the former Prince moves out of his royal mansion in the dead of the night. But who told him it was time to go?Our royal experts delve into the latest drop, and question whether the late Queen Elizabeth II could have done more to intervene after allegations against her son?Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor strenuously denies
Andrew and Fergie face intense scrutiny after latest Epstein files
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is facing intense scrutiny after the latest release of three million Jeffrey Epstein files.Charlene, Chris and Lizzie have recorded this special episode on what the latest #Epstein revelations mean for the former Prince, and how it will impact the wider #royal family.Previously unseen photos appear to show Andrew crouched over an unidentified woman. The undated images ha
Did Donald Trump get a ticking off from the King?
Did the King intervene after Donald Trump’s comments on NATO troops in Afghanistan?After an unexpected u-turn from Donald Trump on the British Army’s role in the war, many people questioned whether the King had personally spoken to the White House. Charlene, Chris and Lizzie explain what really happened between King Charles and the US President.Plus, we’ve got all the backstage details from the f

Behind the scenes at Harry’s High Court showdown
Charlene, Chris, Lizzie, and Royal Commentator Afua Hagan unpack Harry's emotionally charged week fighting the Daily Mail's publisher in court.After Prince Harry gave evidence against the publisher of the Daily Mail, Charlene White is joined by Royal Editor Chris Ship, Royal Expert Lizzie Robinson, and Royal Commentator Afua Hagan to unpack what we've learnt and what might come next.Chris was in c

The secrets of the Royals' most iconic fashion looks
Charles may be King of England, but who is the King or Queen of royal fashion? How do Royals choose what they wear day-to-day?What is the most iconic Royal fashion moment ever?And just how influential was Princess Diana as a style icon?On Talking Royals this week, Charlene White is joined by Royal Editor Chris Ship, Royal Expert Lizzie Robinson, and Omi from fashion label Vin + Omi.The fashion bra

Will 2026 see Meghan and family return to Britain with Prince Harry?
What does 2026 have in store for Prince Harry and Meghan Markle?Where will Prince George go to secondary school?And what do you do when a senior Royal catches you speeding round Buckingham Palace?On Talking Royals this week, Charlene White is joined by Royal Editor Chris Ship, Royal Expert Lizzie Robinson, and presenter and WellChild ambassador Laura Hamilton.The panel discusses Prince Harry’s for

Talking Royals Quiz of the Year 2025
What tune did King Charles play on a carrot? What did Kate and Melania get up to during President Trump's state visit?Which UK radio station did Meghan Markle say she missed? Welcome to the second edition of the Talking Royals Christmas Quiz. Over five rounds of questions about the past year in the world of the Royal Family, Charlene White puts four experts - and you at home - to the test. You can

King Charles reveals 'good news' on cancer treatment: Everything we know now
On Talking Royals this week, Charlene White is joined by our Royal Editor Chris Ship, Royal Expert Lizzie Robinson, and social media Royal Commentator Amanda Matta. They discuss the King’s rare and deeply personal message as part of this year's Stand Up To Cancer campaign - as he continues to recover from his own cancer diagnosis. In his biggest update yet, he revealed his treatment will continue

Royals host lavish state banquet: What's it like cooking for the King?
On Talking Royals this week, Charlene White is joined by our Royal Editor Chris Ship, Royal Expert Lizzie Robinson and special guest, chef Francesco Mazzei.One of the leading Italian chefs in the country, Francesco cooked for the King and Queen, as well as a host of stars in Highgrove in February - in a feast to celebrate UK-Italian relations. He explains how he was blown away by the King’s knowle

The King's Pranks: Former royal butler reveals secrets of life inside the Royal Household
On Talking Royals this week, Charlene White is joined by our Royal Editor Chris Ship, Royal Expert Lizzie Robinson and former royal butler Grant Harrold .Otherwise known as ‘The Royal Butler, Grant reveals all about the secrets of life inside the Royal Household, including the King’s penchant for a prank and the inside story of Will and Kate’s courtship. Plus, Chris and Lizzie explain more about t

Another first on Kate's return from cancer treatment as she delivers speech
On Talking Royals this week, Charlene White is joined by our Royal Editor Chris Ship and Royal Expert Lizzie Robinson.They discuss the Princess of Wales’s busy week at work as she continues her gradual return after cancer treatment - which involved her first speech, and a reunion with Paddington the Bear.Plus, we take a look back at some of the best Royal Variety Performance meet-and-greet moments

How Prince George is stepping up in the Royal Family aged 12
On Talking Royals this week, Charlene White is joined by our Royal Editor Chris Ship, Royal Expert Lizzie Robinson, and King's Trust Ambassador Anna Williamson.They discuss Prince George stepping up at Remembrance commemorations and Prince William’s revealing interview about parenting.Plus, Anna’s hilarious first meeting with the King.

Behind the scenes in Brazil as Prince William delivers royal wakeup call
On Talking Royals this week, Charlene White is joined by our Royal Editor Chris Ship and Producer Lizzie Robinson all the way from COP30 in Brazil, as well as the survivalist and broadcaster Ray Mears.They discuss William’s attendance at the Earthshot awards in Rio and the Royals' dedication to the climate crisis at COP30.The calls for Andrew Mountbatten Windsor to testify over his ties to Jeffrey

Andrew is no longer a Prince, what happens next?
After that dramatic statement confirming Prince Andrew will no longer be a Prince, the panel answers all your questions on what happens now, for him and his family.Royal Editor Chris Ship, Royal Expert Lizzie Robinson, and guest Dr Ranj join Charlene White to analyse the statement and the reaction.

Pressure on the Palace to get Prince Andrew to leave Royal Lodge
In this week's Talking Royals, Charlene is joined by Royal Editor Chris Ship, Royal Expert Lizzie Robinson, and former Press Secretary to the late Queen, Ailsa Anderson. The panel discusses the growing pressure on Prince Andrew to leave the Royal Lodge.Why the King’s moment of prayer with the Pope this week was so significant.Plus, a look back at William and Kate’s engagement, and that iconic inte

Prince Andrew gives up Duke of York title and honours
In this week's Talking Royals, Lucrezia Millarini is joined by Royal Editor Chris Ship, Royal Expert Lizzie Robinson, and Royal Reporter for news.com Australia, Brontë Coy.The panel discusses Prince Andrew's announcement to stop using his remaining titles and honours, including the Duke of York, in the wake of the Epstein scandal.And, why history will be made when the King visits the Vatican next

Is your phone ruining family time? The Princess of Wales thinks so...
In this week's Talking Royals, Lucrezia Millarini steps in for Charlene White and is joined by Royal Editor Chris Ship, Royal Expert Lizzie Robinson, and Historian Alice Loxton.The panel discusses the Princess of Wales' golden rule when it comes to quality family time.The team also looks at Prince William's emotional interview, where he fought back tears as he discussed the impact of suicide on lo

Prince William tells Eugene Levy how he would reign as King
This week on ITV’s Talking Politics, the panel analyses Prince William's most revealing interview in years.Speaking candidly to Eugene Levy during his programme, the Reluctant Traveler, the future King opens up about his hopes to change and modernise the Royal Family.Our royal editor Chris Ship, royal expert Lizzie Robinson and PR expert Nick Ede reflect on what we learn, what kind of King Willia

How do you solve a problem like Fergie and Andrew...?
On Talking Royals this week, Charlene White is joined by our Royal Editor Chris Ship, Producer Lizzie Robinson and The Telegraph's Royal Correspondent India McTaggart.They discuss how the royal household is dealing with Fergie after she was dropped by seven charities over alleged Epstein emails.Could Prince Harry be on his way back to the UK to take up part-time royal duties?And India talks about

Behind the scenes of Trump’s state visit
King Charles and the Royal family rolled out the red carpet for US President Donald Trump this week as he enjoyed an unprecedented second state visit to the UK. In this episode of Talking Royals, Charlene White gets a glimpse behind the scenes on how to cover a state visit from Royal Editor Chris Ship, Royal Producer Lizzie Robinson, and Comedian Russell Hicks.

Harry’s BIG WEEK BACK in the UK! But will it lead towards a Royal reconciliation?
Prince Harry has finally reunited with his father for the first time since King Charles' cancer diagnosis, as the prince returned to the UK this week.Their face-to-face meeting came as Harry took part in various charity events before heading to Ukraine with the British government’s blessing.So has Harry taken a step closer to rebuilding his relationship with the Royal Family? Or are relations too

Remembering the Duchess of Kent and her secret job. Plus the celebrity who got drunk with Prince William?
This week on Talking Royals, Charlene is joined by Chris and Lizzie and author Valentine Low.They discuss the late Duchess of Kent who has died aged 92. She secretly worked as a primary school music teacher in Hull for more than a decade. And Valentine Low chats revelations in his new book Power and the Palace. Plus; Kate, Wills and the downpour at the Natural History Museum. And the US celebrity

Is Harry & Meghan's Netflix deal over? And imagine having Queen Elizabeth as your boss
On this week's Talking Royals, the truth behind the rumours Harry and Meghan have been ditched by Netflix.Plus, what do the Royals get up to on their summer holidays?And a special guest tells us what it was really like to work for the late Queen.

King Charles and Prince Harry’s ‘peace summit’, and Queen Camilla’s quirky - but practical - birthday gift
This week on Talking Royals, Charlene is joined by Chris and Lizzie to discuss the not-so-secret meeting, or as Chris likes to call it ‘a coffee morning’, bringing together King Charles and Prince Harry’s teams in London. Does this signal progress in mending the fractured relationship?And, Prince Harry returns to Angola, once again retracing the steps of his mother Princess Diana. Plus, Queen Cami

Macron's Royal charm offensive, Prince Andrew back in the headlines and taste testing the banquet menu
This week on Talking Royals, Charlene asks Chris and Lizzie about their busy week covering President Macron's state visit, and finds out that it's not all as glamorous as it seems.And, Prince Andrew's return to the headlines after the FBI dropped its Epstein investigation. Does it mean we could be about to see much more of the Duke?Plus, the state banquet menu is put to the taste test. Want to get

Kate's life after treatment, end of the line for the Royal Train and William's team talk
This week on Talking Royals, Charlene is joined by Chris and Lizzie to discuss Kate's very personal chat about her cancer recovery.And, why are the Royal Train's days numbered?Plus, William joins the Lionesses as the Euros kick off. Want to get in touch with the team? Email talkingroyals@itv.com.

Tension between Buckingham Palace and Downing Street over Trump? Plus Prince William’s puppy problems
This week on Talking Royals, Charlene is joined by Chris and journalist Afua Acheampong-Hagan to discuss Donald Trump's 'unprecedented' second state visit.And, a design is picked for Queen Elizabeth's memorial. So why was it picked and why were others rejected?Plus, Prince William’s puppy problems. Want to get in touch with the team? Email talkingroyals@itv.com.

Princess Kate misses Royal Ascot, and Prince Harry and Meghan’s new family video
This week on Talking Royals, Charlene asks Chris and Lizzie about their eventful day at Ascot, and the notable face that was missing from the royal procession.And, the team looks back at how a book about Princess Diana caused shockwaves during another Royal Ascot.Plus, Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, gives a fresh glimpse into her and Prince Harry’s family life. Want to get in touch with the tea

Prince William and Sir David Attenborough join forces on the environment, and Charlene’s surprise for Chris!
This week on Talking Royals, Charlene asks Lizzie about her trip to Monaco following Prince William as he draws inspiration from Sir David Attenborough to issue a rallying call to save our oceans. Meanwhile, after a week of ITV News’ extensive Antarctica coverage, the team digs through the archives to find an interview with Princess Anne there back in 2007.And the team chat about what the Princess

Meghan and Harry show off their dance moves and William's Duchy vision. Plus Chris' surprising Jubilee stories
This week on Talking Royals, Charlene, Chris and Lizzie check out Meghan and Harry's dance moves after the couple shared a video from hospital just before she gave birth to Lilibet four years ago.Meanwhile, Prince William has been setting out his vision for the Duchy of Cornwall and Queen Camilla is set for a surprising new role of her own.Plus, Chris reveals the surprising stories about how he ce

King Charles in Canada: What will Trump make of it, and what's behind his apparent displays of emotion?
Royal Editor Chris Ship and Royal Producer Lizzie Robinson are in Canada, having followed the King's visit - his first as monarch and the first time in almost 70 years that the British monarch has opened the Canadian parliament. Charlene White joins them to discuss whether Trump will now have second thoughts about talking up Canada becoming a 51st state of the US, and whether Charles has successfu

Princess Eugenie opens up on her spinal surgery and what to look out for as the King heads to Canada
This week on Talking Royals, journalist Emily Andrews joins Chris and Charlene to discuss Princess Eugenie's candid interview about her childhood back surgery.The team also look ahead to the King and Queen's visit to Canada, where they will attend the State Opening of Parliament - the first time a monarch has done so since 1957.They also delve into the archives to look back at Princess Diana's May

Queen Elizabeth II's former private secretary on plans for memorial in her honour. Plus 'Megxit' meets 'Beckxit'
This week on Talking Royals, Chris and Lizzie have been to meet Queen Elizabeth's former private secretary, Lord Janvrin, to talk about plans for a national memorial to her.They spoke in St James's Park, close to Buckingham Palace, about how to best honour the late Queen after the final shortlist of designs was made public.Do you have a favourite design out of the final five? Let us know by emaili

VE Day 80: Prince George's standout role and a veteran's powerful message
This week on Talking Royals, the team discuss their personal highlights from the week's commemorations of the 80th anniversary of the end of World War Two in Europe.Charlene, Chris and Lizzie talk about Prince George's "most significant public engagement to date" and the emotional message from one veteran to today's world leaders.The team also discuss the announcement that the King and Queen are h

Bowelbabe Deborah James' parents on the King's "deeply personal" message, Meghan's emotional interview and Kate's chainsaw revelation
This week on Talking Royals we hear from Heather and Alistair James, the parents of the late cancer campaigner Dame Deborah James, after she inspired King Charles' personal message to people affected by cancer.Chris and Lizzie also update Charlene on their trip to the Isle of Mull with the Prince and Princess of Wales, where they found out a few surprising things about Kate.Plus, the team talk abo

The King's Italian "miracle", Chris and Lizzie pull a blinder of their own on tour PLUS the reviews are in for Meghan's podcast
The King and Queen's royal tour of Italy is over, but the Talking Royals team are still hard at work, with Chris and Lizzie securing an idyllic setting for this week's podcast.Charlene White dials in from home to catch up on all the gossip from their trip to Italy, including how the King wowed his hosts.The team also review another podcast - Meghan's Confessions of a Female Founder - and Prince Wi

Will Sentebale charity now be known for this bitter dispute?
The King is back at work this week and so are host Charlene White, Chris Ship and Lizzie Robinson to discuss it all.Why King Charles is determined to carry on with the work he loves, the latest on the bitter row at Sentebale.And the Talking Royals team flick through Meghan’s new range of products. Jam, Flower Sprinkles, Crepe Mix? What would they buy if they weren’t all sold out?

King's cancer update, Prince Harry's charity split and behind the scenes of Trigger Point with the Queen
Ahead of the main episode, Chris Ship and Lizzie Robinson jump in for an emergency extra recording, after Buckingham Palace revealed that King Charles went to hospital due to side effects from his cancer treatment.Charlene White joins them for the rest of the podcast, as the Talking Royals team discuss their trip to the set of drama Trigger Point with Queen Camilla to celebrate ITV's 70th annivers

Prince William rides a tank near Russia, a royal kidnap attempt and Kate enjoys St Patrick’s Day
“Everyone here is very worried about what they call their ‘hostile neighbour’ just over the border.”This week on Talking Royals, Chris Ship and Lizzie Robinson are in Estonia where Prince William rode in a tank less than 100 miles from the border with Russia.The team also look back to this week in 1974, when there was an attempted kidnapping of Princess Anne. And Charlene White speaks to Chris an

Comparing playlists with the King and a Commonwealth Day conundrum. Plus Charles's avalanche escape.
"I can definitely imagine the King getting down and boogying to all of those tracks"After King Charles released a playlist of his favourite songs, the Talking Royals team reveal what they've been listening to.Charlene White, Royal Editor Chris Ship and Royal Producer Lizzie Robinson also discuss the diplomatic tightrope the King is having to tread over Donald Trump's attacks on Canada, and Queen C

Meghan's Netflix show & the King's diplomatic bridge building
This is Talking Royals, our weekly podcast about the Royal Family. This week host, Geraint Vincent, ITV News' Royal Editor Chris Ship and Royal Producer Lizzie Robinson get up to speed with the latest royal stories from the palace and beyond. This week we react to the launch of the Duchess of Sussex's new Netflix show With Love, Meghan.And the King continues to walk a geopolitical tightrope as he

The Royals have more fun and Camilla eyes up some spandex
This is Talking Royals, our weekly podcast about the Royal Family. This week host, Charlene White and ITV News Royal Producer Lizzie Robinson catch you up to speed with the latest royal stories from the palace and beyond. This week Kate and William head to Wales for a welsh cake bake off. The King and Queen make a visit for Ramadan and leave with a takeaway.And Queen Camilla greets some spandex-cl

Meghan has a rebrand and William sends an out of office
This is Talking Royals, our weekly podcast about the Royal Family with ITV News Royal Editor Chris Ship and Royal Producer Lizzie Robinson.It's a quiet week for the Royals this half term as William skips the BAFTAs for a family holiday.Meghan rebrands her lifestyle business but people are quick to point out her logo seems fairly familiar.And guess who, as The Prince and Princess of Wales show off

The King takes to the pitch and Kate ends up behind bars
This is Talking Royals, our weekly podcast about the Royal Family with host, Charlene White, ITV News Royal Editor Chris Ship and Royal Producer Lizzie Robinson.It's been a busy week for the King as the team discuss his unnusual joint trip with the Prime Minister as well as his football skills at Tottenham Hotspur Statdium. Kate visits a mother and baby unit at a prison, but will the palace be tel

Princess Anne 'fills in the blanks' and Meghan splits opinion
This is Talking Royals, our weekly podcast about the Royal Family with host, Charlene White, ITV News' Royal Editor Chris Ship and Royal Producer Lizzie Robinson.Charlene's back and the team discuss Princess Anne's trip to the hospital she received care at last year. We see more of Kate as she goes on a school trip to the National Portrait Gallery. Meghan Markle's good deed splits opinion, and the

King's poignant visit to Auschwitz marking Holocaust Memorial Day
This is Talking Royals, our weekly podcast about the Royal Family with ITV News' Royal Editor Chris Ship and Royal Producer Lizzie Robinson.This week, Chris and Lizzie discuss their time travelling to Poland to cover the King's visit to Auschwitz.

Prince Harry settles and the newspapers apologise
This is Talking Royals, our weekly podcast about the Royal Family with ITV News' Royal Editor Chris Ship and Royal Producer Lizzie Robinson.This week, Chris and Lizzie discuss the news Prince Harry has settled his legal dispute with News Group Newspapers as they offer an 'unequivocal' apology for the intrusion into his life.

Kate's visit to her cancer treatment hospital
This is Talking Royals, our weekly podcast about the Royal Family with ITV News' Royal Editor Chris Ship and Royal Producer Lizzie Robinson.This week, Chris and Lizzie discuss the Princess of Wales' visit to the to the hospital where she had her cancer treatment.

Take the Talking Royals Christmas Quiz
This is Talking Royals, our weekly podcast about the Royal Family with ITV News' Royal Editor Chris Ship and Royal Producer Lizzie Robinson.This week, in a special edition for Christmas, Charlene White hosts a Talking Royals quiz, rounding up the major royal events of the year.Charlene is joined by ITV News Royal Editor, Chris Ship, ITV News Royal Producer, Lizzie Robinson and guests, Kate Mansey,

Prince Andrew and Yang Tengbo - What we know
This is Talking Royals, our weekly podcast about the Royal Family with ITV News' Royal Editor Chris Ship and Royal Producer Lizzie Robinson.This week, Chris and Lizzie discuss Prince Andrew and the implications his links with alleged Chinese spy Yang Tengbo.











