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Spain's future Queen, Princess Leonor, has turned 18! It's the last big 18th birthday till 2030, and we've got a recap of all the best bits for you. Get the low down on the speeches, the fashion, and what the event tells us about Leonor's future. LINKS See the fashion from the day: https://www.hellomagazine.com/fashion/royal-style/506302/princess-leonor-wears-white-power-suit-comin...

5th November 1605. Guy Fawkes waits in a cellar with 36 barrels of gunpowder, preparing to blow up the King. But did you know this event is still celebrated every year in the UK 400 years later? This week we explore the infamous Gunpowder Plot, from its royal roots to its impact on modern revolutions. LINKS Follow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow...

We're back and we're diving into the biggest event in recent weeks: Prince Christian of Denmark's 18th birthday bash. What did the birthday boy get up to, how does it compare to other celebrations, and what does it say about Christian's future? LINKS All the fashion at the gala: https://ufonomore.com/blog/2023/10/15/prince-christians-18th-birthday-gala-dinner English transcript of...

This week we're talking about the royal rota. No, not the rival podcast, but the system the British press use to cover the royals! Does it work? How does it compare to other royal families? And are the royals sticking to the rules? LINKS Follow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Grace: https://princesscatherinemiddleton.net/ and https://www.ins...

Awkward, shy eccentric or a playboy with a weakness for pretty girls and fast cars? As Carl Gustaf marks 50 years as King of Sweden we explore the man behind the title, from early tragedies to shocking scandals. We also recap the highlights from the family's Jubilee celebrations. LINKS Official photos from the Jubilee: https://pressbilder.kungahuset.se/portals/search Carl Gustaf as a young man...

While the press focuses on Albert and Charlene's marriage, are they overlooking the real threat to the royal family? This week we take you through the dramatic corruption scandal sending shockwaves through Monaco. In lighter news we also review the surprise podcast appearance from Anne, William and Kate. LINKS The Good, The Bad and the Rugby video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zG3i9...

As we reach the anniversary of the day our podcast accidentally killed the Queen, we're taking a look back at the highs and lows of King Charles III's first year on the throne. LINKS Follow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Grace: https://princesscatherinemiddleton.net/ and https://www.instagram.com/_kmiddy/ Follow Jessica: https://duchess...

This week we're sharing our honest thoughts on Prince William's controversial decision not to go to Australia for the Women's World Cup. And following her recent birthday, we take a deep dive into the fascinating life of Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit. LINKS Follow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Grace: https://princesscathe...

In this globetrotting episode we share the latest dramatic twist in the Thai royal succession crisis, review the plans for Prince Christian of Denmark's 18th birthday, and discuss the bonanza of new military positions in the British royal family. LINKS The full British military position press release: Further Military Appointments for Members of the Royal Family | The Royal Family Follow the p...

It's time for a deep dive into the Luxembourg royals. From family feuds and bitter divorces to constitutional crises - the country may be tiny but the drama is big! And in our latest Mythbuster, we analyse the claim Kate and William meeting at St Andrews was part of a plot by Carole Middleton. LINKS Follow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Gra...

How rich are the British royals? Where does their money come from? And who still gets taxpayer funding? As the Brits release their annual financial report, we answer your burning questions about the Windsors and their money. LINKS The royal family's annual accounts: Financial reports 2022-23 | The Royal Family Follow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast...

In our jam packed episode this week we share our first impressions of Prince William's splashy new homelessness project, fill you in on the big life updates from the young royals of Scandinavia, and react to the Dutch King's historic apology for slavery. LINKS Follow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Grace: https://princesscatherinemiddleton.net/ ...

From Maxima and Mathilde to William and Hussein, there are countless royal besties. This week we take a look at royal friendships: How do we know if they're real? Where do they come from? And does it matter if royals get on? LINKS Follow the podcast:  onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/  or  https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Grace:  https://princesscatherinemiddleton.net/  and  https://www.inst...

This week we chat about the newest royal baby - Princess Eugenie's son - and his very unexpected name! And, following Prince Harry's latest bombshell court case, we explore the roots of the royal phone hacking scandal and the changing relationship between the press and the Windsors. LINKS First photos of Eugenie's new baby: https://www.instagram.com/p/CtHP0o6o6oi/?utm_source=ig_web_cop...

It's a royal wedding special! Your two favourite royal podcasters delve into the recent wedding of Jordan's Crown Prince Hussein and Rajwa Al Saif, discussing everything from the fashion to the musical performances to the surprise guests LINKS Looks at the royal wedding ceremony: The Wedding of Crown Prince Hussein and Rajwa Al Saif - Ceremony — UFO No More Looks at the royal wedding recep...

In a time of growing instability and division, how does a 1000 year old institution like the royal family stay relevant? This week we discuss how to modernise the British monarchy, sharing our big ideas for how to update everything from titles to money. LINKS Follow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Grace: https://princesscatherinemiddleton.net/ a...

After months of build up, the big day has finally happened! This week we do a debrief on Charles and Camilla's Coronation, sharing our thoughts on what worked, what didn't, and how we joined in the celebrations. LINKS Watch the Coronation: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g8HVnAXZI1I Follow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Grace: https://...

It's our pre-Coronation special! With only a few days to go, we give you the low down on all the weird and wonderful traditions you can expect to see at King Charles's Coronation, compare his plans to the late Queen's big day in 1953, and share the best times to take a tea/toilet break! LINKS The Liturgy for the Coronation: https://www.churchofengland.org/coronation/liturgy Follow the...

We're back with a jam packed episode! This week we're talking about the two new royal babies, King Charles and Queen Camilla's tour of Germany, and the latest news and rumours about the Coronation. LINKS First photos of Prince Francois: Premières photos du Prince François | Cour grand-ducale (monarchie.lu) King Charles's speech in Germany: His Majesty The King's speech at the G...

This week is all about the Prince and Princess of Wales! We discuss William's surprise visit to Poland to support the people of Ukraine and share our honest thoughts on Kate's new early years project. LINKS Follow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Grace: https://princesscatherinemiddleton.net/ and https://www.instagram.com/_kmiddy/ Follow...

The monarchy and the military seem like a match made in heaven. But why are they so closely connected? And how do royals keep this bond so strong? This week, Grace and Jessica explore these questions and more. We also turn our attention to fashion as we review Princess Iman of Jordan's wedding look. LINKS Princess Iman's wedding dress and henna party dress: https://www.tatler.com/article/p...

Sweden and Britain continue to dominate the podcast! We discuss the shock news that Princess Madeleine's family are returning to Sweden and share our thoughts on the long awaited updates about the Sussex children and Prince Edward's titles.  LINKS Follow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Grace: https://princesscatherinemiddleton.net/ and http...

Following last week's episode, Grace and Jessica follow up on the new developments in the British royal family's housing shuffle and discuss Harry and Meghan's eviction from Frogmore Cottage. We also review Prince Oscar of Sweden's 7th birthday photos and compare them to his sister's recent pictures.  LINKS Prince Oscar's birthday photos: H.K.H. Prins Oscar 7 år | Kungahuset Follow the p...

This week Grace and Jessica analyse the flood of recent stories about King Charles kicking his brother Prince Andrew out of his mansion, helping you to unpick the fact from the fiction. And in happier news we review Princess Estelle of Sweden's new birthday photo! LINKS Princess Estelle's birthday photo: Kungahuset Pressbilder / Royal Court Press Photos - Details for "H.K.H. Prinsessan Estelle fyl...

Grace and Jessica are back! This week we're talking about the latest news on King Charles's coronation, reacting to Princess Martha-Louise of Norway's controversial interview, and reviewing Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel's tour of Australia and New Zealand.  LINKS King Charles's coronation emblem: The Coronation Emblem | The Royal Family Princess Martha-Louise's interview: Min sann...