Talking Royals

Chris and Lizzie discuss the Queen's first public engagement since lockdown measures eased. Her Majesty took part in a ceremony to mark the centenary of the Royal Australian Air Force.  Also this week, English Heritage announced Princess Diana will be honoured with a Blue Plaque for her charity work. Curatorial Director Anna Eavis joins the podcast to talk about the importance of recognising and c...

Chris and Lizzie discuss Prince Harry's new jobs and how the royals marked the lockdown anniversary. The dust has barely settled on the Harry and Meghan interview with Oprah but the Duke has already announced he's got two new jobs.  Harry has been appointed chief impact officer at US mental health firm BetterUp as well as a commissioner at the Aspen Institute to tackle misinformation. He also made...

Chris and Lizzie discuss the Duke of Edinburgh's return to Windsor Castle after a month-long stay in hospital. On a visit to a London vaccination centre, Prince Charles said he was "thrilled" by the news and had spoken to his father several times. It was also revealed the Charles had spoken to son Harry following the bombshell interview with Oprah Winfrey. American TV presenter Gayle King weighed...

Chris and Lizzie discuss the fallout from the Prince Harry and Meghan interview with Oprah Winfrey. In the explosive primetime special, the duke and duchess revealed the struggles they faced while they were working members of the royal family. Shocking revelations about Meghan’s mental health, Harry’s fractured relationship with his father Prince Charles and allegations of racism within the Royal...

Chris and Lizzie breakdown the teaser clips from the upcoming Prince Harry and Meghan interview with Oprah Winfrey. The explosive 2-hour special will air in the US this Sunday and on ITV the following day. We also hear from The Times journalist Valentine Low about the allegations of bullying made against the Duchess of Sussex. Chris and Lizzie also discuss the Duke of Edinburgh's recovery, Prince...

In this episode, Chris and Lizzie discuss updates on the Duke of Edinburgh, who remains in hospital as he receives treatment for an infection. They discuss what's next for Harry and Meghan after the couple confirmed to the Queen that they will not be returning as working members of The Royal Family. We hear how Princess Eugenie and husband Jack Brooksbank introduced their new baby boy to the world...

Chris and Lizzie discuss Prince Harry and Meghan's baby announcement. A spokesperson for the couple shared a touching photo confirming the news that Archie is going to be a big brother. It was also announced that the royal couple would been interviewed by TV host Oprah Winfrey in their first sit down chat since leaving the UK. Chris and Lizzie also discuss the news Prince Philip has been admitted...

Chris and Lizzie discuss Meghan's legal victory against the Mail on Sunday after they published a “personal and private” letter she had written to her father. Meghan shared a statement after the ruling thanking Prince Harry and called it a "comprehensive win". Chris and Lizzie also discuss claims the Queen tried to hide her wealth, Prince Charles and Camilla's coronavirus jabs and Princess Eugenie...

Chris and Lizzie discuss why a 1969 documentary on the royal family has been kept hidden for so many years after it appeared on YouTube last month. The film gave a behind-the-scenes look at life behind palace walls and it has even featured in the latest series of Netflix's The Crown. But why was it swiftly taken off the video-sharing platform? After the sad news of Captain Sir Tom Moore's death, w...

Chris and Lizzie discuss how the royals marked Holocaust Memorial Day. Chief Executive of the Holocaust Educational Trust Karen Pollock joins us to discuss Prince Charles’ moving speech on remembering the tragedies of the Auschwitz and Kate’s catch-up with Holocaust survivors Zigi and Manfred. Chris and Lizzie also discuss Prince Harry’s interview on social media reform, how the Cambridge’s celebr...

Chris and Lizzie discuss Meghan's legal battle with the Mail on Sunday which had a two-day virtual hearing this week. The Duchess is suing the newspaper for breach of privacy and copyright over private letters. It was revealed that former members of palace staff are willing to give evidence at trial which has been pencilled in for October. Chris and Lizzie also discuss Prince William's chat with N...

Chris and Lizzie discuss The Queen and Duke of Edinburgh's coronavirus vaccination. Buckingham Palace shared the news over speculation whether or not her Majesty would receive the jab despite being in the second highest priority group to get the vaccine. Prince Charles also announced his new Earth charter 'Terra Carta', which he hopes will encourage businesses to reduce their carbon emissions and...

A year on from their announcement to quit as senior royals, Harry and Meghan are still making headlines. The royal couple's non-profit organisation Archewell has started to grow, with the first episode of their new podcast series already live - and featuring a very special guest. But the Sussexes weren't the only royals kicking off 2021 with an exciting new project. The Duchess of Cornwall announc...

In this episode Chris and Lizzie discuss the Cambridges' family outing to the pantomime. In the first red carpet engagement as a family of five, William and Kate visited the London Palladium with their three children - Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis - to watch a special performance for key workers and their loves ones. Chris and Lizzie also discuss Harry and Meghan's first fora...

Chris and Lizzie discuss Prince William and Kate's festive tour of Britain. The Cambridge's got into the Christmas spirit by surprising schoolchildren, care home residents and food bank volunteers across Britain. But their mission to thank key workers received a bit of a frosty reception as some questioned whether their journey was necessary and Covid safe. Chris and Lizzie also discuss the Queen'...

Chris and Lizzie discuss Kate's 5 Big Questions on the early years and why Prince Charles and Camilla went clubbing. Prince Charles and Duchess of Cornwall showed their support for London's nightlife with a visit to the famous 100 Club where they watched a live performance. Chris and Lizzie also discuss the latest royal Christmas plans, Prince Harry's involvement in a new Netflix-style streaming s...

Chris and Lizzie discuss the news Meghan suffered a miscarriage earlier this year. The Duchess wrote an article in the NY Times about the heartbreak of losing a child and why we should commit to asking others if they're ok - something ITV Newsreader Tom Bradby did when she was touring Africa as a new mum. We hear from motherhood app Peanut co-founder Michelle Kennedy and the Diana Award CEO Tessy...

Chris and Lizzie discuss the investigation into the BBC Panorama Princess Diana interview from 1995. Princess Diana’s friend Rosa Monckton MBE shares her thoughts on the explosive interview and why the investigation is so important. Chris and Lizzie also discuss the latest in the Meghan Markle court case against The Mail on Sunday, the Queen and Duke of Edinburgh’s wedding anniversary and we look...

Chris and Lizzie discuss how the Royal Family marked Remembrance week. Prince Charles followed in his great-grandfather’s footsteps to lay a wreath at the Unknown Warrior's grave, while the Cambridges spoke to military personnel and their families. 
 Prince Harry and Meghan held a private service in Los Angeles - but should they have brought a photographer with them? Chris and Lizzie also discuss...

Chris and Lizzie discuss the news Prince William contracted coronavirus back in April. Another of the Queen's grandchildren made coronavirus headlines this week as an app promoted by Zara Tindall has been accused of mis-selling antibody tests. Chris and Lizzie also discuss Prince Charles’ interview for British Vogue, Camilla’s visit to the Field of Remembrance and Earl Spencer's demand for an inqu...

In this week’s episode, Chris and Lizzie look at Camilla's elephant project in memory of her brother. The Duchess has been working with her late brother's charity Elephant Family to help get people to adopt their impressive statues. We hear from author Jilly Cooper about why she's supporting the cause and what she thinks the giant figures get up to at night. Camilla also spent the week with the me...

Chris and Lizzie discuss the Cambridge’s visit to London. Prince William followed in his mother’s footsteps to lay a foundation stone at The Royal Marsden hospital, while Kate helped launch the Hold Still photographic exhibition on display across the UK. We hear from Sami Ayad who spoke to the Duchess after a photo of him made the final select few for the lockdown project. The Duke and Duchess als...

Chris and Lizzie discuss Prince Harry and Meghan's busy week of interviews. The US-based couple joined activist Malala Yousafzai to discuss female education, talked on a teen podcast about the “almost unsurvivable” online abuse they receive, and Meghan spoke to a magazine about why she left social media. Chris and Lizzie also discuss the Queen's first public engagement since lockdown as she and Pr...

This is The Royal Rota - our weekly podcast about the royal family, with ITV News Royal Editor Chris Ship and Producer Lizzie Robinson. In this week’s audio-only episode, Chris and Lizzie discuss Prince William’s mission to reverse the drastic effects of climate change. Documentary 'Prince William: A Planet for Us All' aired on ITV this week, showing the Prince's environmental work across parts of...

Chris and Lizzie discuss Sir David Attenborough's visit to the Kensington Palace. The naturalist visited the Cambridges for a private screening of his upcoming nature documentary, had a climate crisis catch up with Prince William and even gave Prince George a special gift. Also this week, we check-in with Kate who tested her marshmallow toasting skills at a Scout event to mark her becoming the joi...