On Heir

This week we're starting off with a positive, uncontroversial topic - the 10 royals we most dislike! And, inspired by Prince William's big appearance on the Graham Norton Show, we're looking at talk show appearances by the British royals. LINKS Follow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Grace: https://princesscatherinemiddleton.net/ and...

In this spooky Halloween special, we are breaking out our cauldrons and talking about witchcraft! From its early pagan roots to the peak of the witch hunting hysteria, we'll explore how and why the royal response to sorcery changed over time and how the obsession with royal witches still shapes discussions today. LINKS Follow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onhe...

It's time for another episode where we answer questions from our wonderful listeners! This week we'll be talking about everything from King Charles's controversial interest in alternative medicine to the royal moments which most surprised us. LINKS Follow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Grace: https://princesscatherinemiddleton.net/...

What unites Ex-Prince Andrew, Princess Märtha Louise of Norway, and two anonymous Liechtenstein princes? They've all launched - or threatened to launch - legal action in recent months! This week we're looking at royals and lawsuits. We'll be covering some of the most interesting and important royal legal actions and exploring whether lawsuits do more harm than good. LINKS Follow the po...

Just a few weeks after Liechtenstein announced they'd be giving women equal rights to the throne, their surprise decision has unleashed chaos in the Princely Family. This week we're catching up on the true extent of the changes and the family rift it's caused. On a lighter note we'll also be taking traits from Europe's existing royal families to build our own dream monarchies....

Royal style has been a talking point for centuries so this week we're taking a closer look at royals and fashion. We'll be exploring whether royal wardrobes have become a distraction from their work and whether they're too expensive, and we'll be looking at how their choices intersect with bigger questions around the environment, human rights and diplomacy. LINKS Follow the podcast...

We've somehow ended up with our second episode focusing on Norway's King Harald and the UK's Prince Harry! Join us as we take you through the most moving and memorable moments from King Harald's recent funeral, before we dive into the fall out following King Charles's letter about the status of the Sussexes. LINKS Follow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagr...

Prince George officially started at Eton College this week, but the decision to send him to one of the most expensive private schools in the country has not gone down well with everyone. Join us as we explore the evolution of royal schooling and the arguments for and against Eton. LINKS Follow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Grace: https://princ...

On 28th August, King Harald V passed away after 35 years as Norway's monarch. Join us this week as we break down Harald's final days, why he was so beloved both at home and abroad, and what his death means for Norway's scandal-plagued monarchy. LINKS Follow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Grace: https://princesscatherinemiddleton.net...

The usually quiet summer period has been interrupted by some huge plot twists! First up we're diving into what's really behind Liechtenstein's surprise decision to give women equal rights to the throne, and then we're tackling Harry and Meghan's move back to the UK. Join us to hear our theories about why they're making the move now and how we feel about it. LINKS Follow the...

In late July, King Charles met with the UK's new Prime Minister and so this week we're covering some of the most notable relationships between the monarch and the PM, the two most powerful figures in the UK. Which monarch was so close to their Prime Minister there were rumours of an affair? And did the late Queen really have a bitter feud with Margaret Thatcher? Join us to find out. LINKS...

While we wait for the end of the slow summer season, we're answering more questions from our wonderful listeners. This time we're discussing, amongst other things, whether there should be more of a focus on royal men's fashion, and we'll be debating an age old question : are William and Catherine doing enough work? LINKS Follow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheir...

Princess Margaret's grandson Samuel Chatto is engaged, but it's his fiancee Eleanor who is our episode inspiration this week. She made history when she was invited to join the royal family's Christmas walk, breaking the previous tradition that only fiancees and spouses could join. So this week we're looking at how royal families handle the awkward dating phase - from the couples wh...

This week we are kicking off with an update on the Japanese Imperial Family's succession crisis which may finally be resolved after decades of debating. And back in the UK, following intense reactions to Queen Camilla's controversial meeting with JK Rowling, we're exploring the challenges of maintaining a neutral monarchy in the modern world. LINKS Follow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or...

We're back with another Q&A episode! Join us as we answer questions from our brilliant listeners, discussing what happens when royals marry other royals and whether Harry and William will ever reconcile. LINKS Follow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Grace: https://princesscatherinemiddleton.net/ and https://www.instagram.com/_kmiddy/ Foll...

The Crown Princess of Norway's son Marius Borg Høiby generated global headlines when he was charged with dozens of violent crimes against women. As the royal trial of the century has drawn to a close - for now - we take you through the trial, the verdict, and the royal family's response. LINKS Follow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Grace: https:...

It's a royal wedding special this week! First up we're bring you our take on the wedding of Princess Anne's son Peter Phillips and his bride Harriet. And inspired by the celebrations, we'll be sharing what our own dream royal weddings would look like. LINKS Follow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Grace: https://princesscatherinemi...

Prince William recently announced some big changes at the Duchy of Cornwall, the property portfolio which provides his income. This week we'll be taking a look at the parts of the story the press have missed and exploring the other changes William might someday make as King. LINKS Follow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Grace: https://princes...

7:30pm on 1st June 2001. The royal family of Nepal gather for a regular family dinner party. By the end of the evening, nine family members would be murdered in an event which sent shockwaves through Nepal. This week, to mark the 25th anniversary, we're exploring the truth behind the Nepalese royal massacre, from the early warning signs to the lingering conspiracy theories. LINKS Follow the po...

It's time for another Q&A episode! Join us as we answer some questions from our brilliant listeners, covering everything from why throne rooms fell out of fashion to whether royals are getting more boring. LINKS Follow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Grace: https://princesscatherinemiddleton.net/ and https://www.instagram.com/_kmiddy/ Fo...

This week is all about the British royals. We're starting off with the royal baby news from Princess Eugenie and breaking out our name guesses, before we dive into the weird and wonderful traditions of the State Opening of Parliament. What happens, why does it happen, and is it fit for the modern world? LINKS Follow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast...

We're catching up on recent news we've missed with three "light bites"! We'll be critiquing the planned statues of Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip, checking in on the big education news from the young royals, and dissecting King Charles's historic speeches during the US State Visit. LINKS Follow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodca...

It's been 15 years since Catherine Middleton married Prince William and in her honour we're continuing our two parter on her life as a royal. This week we're focusing on more recent years, spanning from the rift with Harry and Meghan to her battle with cancer and everything in between. LINKS Follow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Gra...

As we prepare to celebrate 15 years of the Princess of Wales (formerly Duchess of Cambridge) we are kicking off a two parter dedicated to all things Kate. We'll be looking back at her earliest years as a royal, picking out highlights and delving into how the public and press viewed her. LINKS Follow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Grace: htt...

Inspired by the upcoming 15th anniversary of the Princess of Wales being a royal, we're imagining what we would do if we were to marry into a royal family. From what kind of patronages we'd take on to how we'd charm the press and the public, join us as we play pretend princesses! LINKS Follow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Grace: ht...