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Talking Royals

Talking Royals

ITV News 280 Episodes Jul 24, 2026

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?
Should cameras be allowed to film Prince George's first day at Eton? Jul 24, 2026 29:54 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?
How did Meghan, Archie and Lilibet manage to completely avoid the UK media? Jul 17, 2026 29:32 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?
Will Harry, Meghan and the children reunite with King Charles? Jul 10, 2026 22:13 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
'He lost convincingly' - Expert reaction to Harry’s privacy case defeat to Mail publisher Jul 7, 2026 17:40 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' 'amazing' surprise for young boy on a mountain Jul 5, 2026 14:52 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
Revealed: The 'six terrorist plots' Prince Harry's team say make Britain unsafe for his family Jul 2, 2026 24:09 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
The King makes shock announcement about the future of Buckingham Palace Jun 26, 2026 40:55 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
Our royal experts react to all the best moments from Ascot 2026 Jun 18, 2026 31:19 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
The behind-the-scenes gossip from the royal wedding of the year Jun 12, 2026 32:05 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
Surprising new details about Andrew, Beatrice, Eugenie and others’ rent arrangements Jun 5, 2026 29:07 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
William and Kate's royal mansions, secret tax bill and big plans for a financial shake-up May 28, 2026 31:54 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
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor: Police investigation update May 22, 2026 24:25 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

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