Talking Royals

Chris and Lizzie discuss what the Queen and the most senior members of the Royal Family got up to when they went to Cornwall for the G7 summit. The three-day event saw world leaders and royals gather by the coast to discuss climate change, education and other global issues. The Duchess of Cambridge met with US First Lady Jill Biden at a small school, Prince Charles delivered an important speech on...

Producer Lizzie Robinson takes over this week to interview royal photographer Arthur Edwards. Arthur Edwards has photographed the royal family since the 1970s, from Princess Diana's wedding to spending three hours inside a fake pillar at Prince Philip's funeral. He discusses the race to photograph Prince William after he was born, what he thinks of Kate's camera skills and why he misses Prince Har...

Chris and Lizzie discuss the Duke and Duchess' trip to Scotland. Prince William and Kate headed back to the town where they first met, enjoyed a special drive-in cinema screening for NHS staff and even gave land yachting a go. We hear from five-year-old Mila Sneddon - who was one of the finalists in the Duchess' 'Hold Still' project - about what it was like to meet a 'real life princess'. Chris an...

Chris and Lizzie discuss Lord Dyson’s investigation into how BBC Panorama obtained their interview with Princess Diana in 1995. We hear from former employees about the now infamous interview and what Prince William and Prince Harry want to happen next. Also this week, Prince Harry opened up about his mental health journey for a new Apple TV series 'The Me You Can’t See. He chatted to Oprah about t...

Chris and Lizzie discuss the Queen's first major public ceremonial duty since the death of the Duke of Edinburgh. Her Majesty attended a scaled-back ceremony for the State Opening of Parliament where she set out the government's agenda for the new session. Chris and Lizzie also discuss how the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge marked Mental Health Awareness week, Prince Charles' chat with the staff wh...

Chris and Lizzie are joined by five-year-old 'Hold Still' finalist Mila Sneddon to discuss the special conversation she had with the Duchess of Cambridge. The chat was posted on the Cambridges' new YouTube channel ahead of Kate's photography book release. Meghan Markle also announced she is working on her first book inspired by her son Archie who turned two this week. Royal author Robert Jobson jo...

Chris and Lizzie discuss the royal family's return to public duties after the death of The Duke of Edinburgh. 7NEWS Australia Europe Bureau Chief Hugh Whitfield joins the episode to discuss how he reported the funeral and if Australia's relationship with the royals has changed over the years. Chris and Lizzie also discuss Prince Charles' message of support to India, birthday celebrations and Willi...

Chris and Lizzie discuss The Duke of Edinburgh's funeral service and how he will be remembered. ITV News broadcast a special programme for the funeral of the Duke of Edinburgh on Saturday 17 April with coverage from across the UK. We look at how Prince Philip planned his final farewell from a Land Rover hearse to his hand-picked selection of music. Chris and Lizzie also discuss how The Queen's bir...

In this special edition of podcast, Chris and Lizzie report from Windsor following the death of HRH The Duke of Edinburgh. Prince Philip passed away aged 99, having dedicated decades of his life to royal duty and serving the nation at the monarch’s side. As people across the world mourn the loss of the Queen's "strength and stay", Chris and Lizzie discuss his life, legacy and the plans to remember...

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...