True Royalty Podcast

How much of Catherine’s role as Princess of Wales has been shaped by Diana? Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen is joined by Daily Mirror Royal Editor Russell Myers and royal biographer Ingrid Seward to explore the very different paths Diana and Catherine took into royal life, how Diana helped redefine the modern monarchy, and whether her approach created a blueprint for William and Catherine today. They also...

Following Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s shock return to the UK, Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen is joined by Royal Editor of The Sun Matt Wilkinson and journalist and royal commentator Afua Hagan to ask what brought the Duke and Duchess of Sussex back to Britain after six years in California. After stepping back from royal duties and building a new life in America, Harry and Meghan’s return marks a dra...

Four years after the death of Queen Elizabeth II, Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen is joined by Royal Biographer and Photographer Ian Lloyd and former Press Secretary to Queen Elizabeth II, Ailsa Anderson, to reflect on her extraordinary life, reign and enduring legacy. From her final days at Balmoral and the carefully planned events following her death to the sense of duty that defined her 70-year reign,...

Windsor Castle has stood at the heart of the British monarchy for nearly 1,000 years. But what is it about this extraordinary royal residence that has kept generations of kings and queens coming back? Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen is joined by historians Dr Estelle Paranque and June Woolerton to explore the secrets, scandals and remarkable stories that have shaped the oldest and largest occupied castle...

Watch new episodes of True Royalty Originals TWO WEEKS EARLY at True Royalty TV. https://linkly.link/2maN9 West End star Ruthie Henshall joins Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen and royal biographer Ingrid Seward to look back on her remarkable relationship with Prince Edward. Ruthie shares how they first met while working in the theatre, what Edward was really like away from royal life, and her memories of h...

Following the shock news that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are moving back to the UK in September, this True Royalty Original - recorded before the announcement - takes on a whole new significance. Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen is joined by Matt Wilkinson, Royal Editor at The Sun, and Brontë Coy, Senior Royal Reporter at news.com.au, to ask whether the Sussexes could ever reverse Megxit and what a ret...

Balmoral has been the Royal Family’s private Scottish escape for generations - but behind its secluded walls lie stories of romance, scandal and tragedy. Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen is joined by historians Professor Kate Williams and Gareth Russell to uncover Balmoral’s extraordinary royal history, from Queen Victoria’s intense relationship with John Brown to Queen Elizabeth II’s lifelong love for the...

Following her graduation from the University of St Andrews, Lady Louise Windsor is entering a new chapter. But could the late Queen and Prince Philip’s granddaughter eventually take on a bigger role within the Royal Family? Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen is joined by historian June Woolerton and royal commentator Victoria Howard to discuss Louise’s famously down-to-earth approach to royal life, why she c...

After Prince Harry's chaotic return to the UK, Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen is joined by Russell Myers, Royal Editor of the Daily Mirror, and Chris Ship, Royal Editor of ITV News, to unpack one of the most turbulent periods of Harry's royal life. The panel explores why Harry was denied the level of security he wanted during his visit, the controversy surrounding Buckingham Palace accommodation, his lat...

The Fergie Files concludes with its most explosive chapter yet. Following the collapse of Sarah Ferguson's American media career, attention turns to the controversial friendships and associations that would cast a long shadow over the Duchess of York. Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen is joined by Charlotte Griffiths, Editor-at-Large of the Mail on Sunday, and Andrew Lownie, author of Entitled: The Rise and...

In Part Two of The Fergie Files, Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen is joined by royal journalist Richard Kay and former Royal Press Secretary Ailsa Anderson to examine Sarah Ferguson's life after her separation from Prince Andrew. Together, they revisit the infamous toe-sucking scandal that shocked the world, reveal what was happening behind the scenes at Balmoral, and explore how Fergie rebuilt her life wi...

In the first episode of our brand-new three-part series, The Fergie Files, Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen is joined by royal biographer Ingrid Seward and former royal photographer Ian Lloyd to explore the remarkable rise of Sarah Ferguson. Before the scandals that would later dominate headlines, Fergie was one of the Royal Family's brightest stars. Together, they revisit her privileged childhood, whirlwi...

Prince William is reshaping the monarchy- but is his latest strategy a bold step forward or a royal gamble? As the Prince of Wales looks to modernise the Duchy of Cornwall and redefine what it means to be a future King, Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen is joined by Royal Editor of The Sun Matt Wilkinson and Newsweek's Chief Royal Correspondent Jack Royston to examine whether William's vision can secure the...

After years of strained relations between Catherine, Princess of Wales and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, one question still lingers: is their relationship beyond repair? In this episode of True Royalty, host Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen is joined by historian Sarah Gristwood and author Catherine Mayer to examine the breakdown in one of the most talked-about relationships in modern royal history. From pala...

Following the release of the Epstein files, Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie have found themselves at the centre of one of the Royal Family’s most complex crises. For years, the York sisters largely stayed out of the spotlight. But as scrutiny surrounding Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson intensifies, questions are now being asked about the Princesses themselves, the people closest to them, and wher...

From Trooping the Colour and Royal Ascot to Wimbledon and Balmoral, the British summer season offers a fascinating glimpse into both the public spectacle and private traditions of the Royal Family. In this episode of True Royalty Originals, Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen is joined by royal biographer and Editor-in-Chief of Majesty Magazine, Ingrid Seward, and Senior Royal Reporter for News.com.au, Bronte...

Following the Princess of Wales' solo trip to Italy - her first international engagement since 2022 - this episode asks what the visit means for Catherine's next chapter. Host Laurence Llewellyn-Bowen is joined by Emily Nash, Royal Editor at Hello! Magazine, and Lizzie Robinson, Royal Journalist at ITV News, who accompanied Catherine to Reggio Emilia as she explored the city's pioneering approach...

Watch new episodes of True Royalty Originals TWO WEEKS EARLY at https://play.trueroyalty.tv/browse Buckingham Palace's announcement that Princess Eugenie is expecting her third child may have seemed routine. But for royal watchers, it raised a much bigger question. Why is King Charles still publicly supporting Beatrice and Eugenie as scrutiny surrounding Prince Andrew and the Epstein files continu...

Is Catherine Already The Most Powerful Woman In The Royal Family? As the Princess of Wales prepares for her future role as Queen, questions are growing about how Catherine is reshaping the monarchy and what kind of Queen Consort she will become. Host Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen is joined by historians Kate Williams and June Woolerton to explore the remarkable women who came before her, from Catherine...

Watch new episodes of True Royalty Originals TWO WEEKS EARLY at https://play.trueroyalty.tv/browse Why has Sarah Ferguson disappeared from public life? In the wake of the latest Jeffrey Epstein file releases and renewed investigations into Epstein’s London connections, questions continue to surround Prince Andrew, Sarah Ferguson and the York family. Host Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen is joined by former...

Watch new episodes of True Royalty Originals TWO WEEKS EARLY at https://play.trueroyalty.tv/browse Is Meghan Markle entering her influencer era? This True Royalty Original explores what’s next for Meghan Markle and Prince Harry following the Sussexes’ high-profile Australia tour. Host Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen is joined by News.com.au Senior Royal Reporter Brontë Coy and The Sun on Sunday’s Hannah H...

Watch new episodes of True Royalty Originals TWO WEEKS EARLY at https://play.trueroyalty.tv/browse Prince William and Kate Middleton’s royal wedding captured the world’s attention — but what really happened behind palace doors? To mark the 15th wedding anniversary of the Prince and Princess of Wales, Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen uncovers the untold stories, hidden tensions and royal wedding secrets beh...

Watch brand new episodes of True Royalty TV two weeks early at trueroyalty.tv During the week marking 100 years since the birth of Queen Elizabeth II, host Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen is joined by former Press Secretary to the late Queen, Ailsa Anderson, and royal author Robert Hardman to explore the woman behind the Crown. Drawing from Robert Hardman’s new book Elizabeth II: In Private. In Public. Th...

King Charles III and Queen Camilla are preparing for a major US state visit, where they will meet President Donald J. Trump at a pivotal moment in global politics. Marking the 250th anniversary of American independence, this historic trip comes amid heightened tensions between the UK and US, with international conflicts and diplomatic challenges shaping the agenda. What is usually a ceremonial occ...

Queen Elizabeth II’s style explained. What did her clothes really mean? This True Royalty Original examines 100 years of Queen Elizabeth II’s style, exploring how her wardrobe reflected identity, tradition and craftsmanship. From the use of bold colours designed to ensure visibility in public settings to carefully selected outfits for official engagements, her clothing choices were consistently co...