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Princess of Wales photo frenzy as Palace loses control
The “madness of social media” over Kate’s extended absence from the public eye has reached new levels of insanity. Sharing a sweet Mother’s Day photo of Kate and the children taken by Prince William should have been a reassuring moment - instead the edited image represented a PR disaster and sent the rumour mill into a whole new spiral. Since then there has been video of the Prince and Princess of Wales at a Windsor farm shop and an investigation into an alleged breach of Kate’s medical records - while the royals attempt to Keep Calm and Carry On. Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers, who broke the story of the medical records investigation, to try to make sense of it all - and what happens next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

King Charles, his mum and how their relationship shapes today’s royal family
Charles was the longest serving royal apprentice in British history as his mother reigned for 70 years. Their relationship was not always easy, but they shared a unique bond. Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Ingrid Seward, editor in chief of Majesty Magazine and hugely respected royal writer and biographer whose latest book My Mother and I focuses on the King and late Queen’s relationship. They also discuss what the King learned about parenting, how daughters-in-law have brought them both challenges and what the Queen would made of Charles’s reign so far. Plus Ingrid answers listeners’ questions - and there is a new question of the week. My Mother and I: The Inside Story of the King and our late Queen, by Ingrid Seward - published by Simon & Schuster Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Missing Kate is just too much for social media
The Princess of Wales is continuing her recovery from abdominal surgery - but social media has gone into hyperdrive during her absence from royal duties and the public eye. Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Mirror online features editor Zoe Forsey to discuss Kensington Palace’s decision to speak out as wild rumours spiralled and a Trooping the Colour announcement added to the confusion. They also reflect on the King’s continuing official duties, Prince William’s ongoing inability to pull a pint and the early stages of Kate’s uncle Gary Goldsmith’s time in the Celebrity Big Brother house. Plus listeners give their views on Prince Harry’s security arrangements, Zoe shares what she made of the royals during her time in New York and there is a new question of the week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Prince William returns to Middle East issues
Prince William’s latest engagement with the Middle East crisis came with a visit to London’s Western Marble Arch synagogue - where he told people “anti-Semitism has no place in society”. Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss William's work on the Middle East and share readers’ verdicts. They also discuss the royals’ ongoing commitment to Ukraine, as Olena Zelenska met Queen Camilla, and the court verdict on Prince Harry’s security provision. Plus they reflect on the Princess of Wales’ ongoing absence and William’s short notice cancellation, the King’s get well messages and Prince Andrew’s prominent memorial appearance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Harry’s hopes for royal return and William tackles the big problems
Prince Harry and Meghan hit the slopes in Whistler, Canada, to mark a year to go until the first winter Invictus Games. An interview with Good Morning America and reports he would be willing to return to royal duties - at least on a temporary basis - shed new light on the current state of his relationship with his family. In the UK, Prince William hit the BAFTA red carpet but also took a major step forward in his mission to tackle homelessness - and issued a powerful statement on the situation in Gaza. Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss the estranged brothers’ weeks, update on the King’s health as he continues his cancer treatment and share listeners’ creative suggestions for Ann and Russell’s coats of arms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Charles and Camilla still smiling and Sussex website makes waves
The King shared a message of thanks and gave a big wave to Sandringham visitors at the weekend as he adjusts to life as a cancer patient. But Prince Harry and Meghan are in the spotlight too after launching their new Sussex.com website. Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers - fresh from an engagement with Queen Camilla. They discuss the King’s progress, the Waleses’ Sandringham stay and the Sussexes’ very royal rebrand, as well as sharing listeners’ assessments of the prospect of Harry reconciling with his family. *** Pod Save the King is a Reach production for the Mirror. It is presented by Ann Gripper, and edited by Daniel J. McLaughlin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

King’s cancer diagnosis brings Harry home
Charles III’s has begun treatment for an undisclosed form of cancer - and has seen Prince Harry in person for the first time in months. Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss the impact of the shock news, the choreography behind the scenes ahead of the announcement and what happens next. They also reflect on the Duke of Sussex’s brief visit, Prince William’s return to work as Kate continues her recovery and how Camilla, Anne and the royals are pulling together. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Camilla takes a welcome lead as King and Kate recuperate
The King and the Princess of Wales are safely home from their hospital stays to continue their rest and recovery. With William supporting Kate and the children, that has put Camilla in the solo spotlight like never before - and she is thriving. Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss how the recovering royals are getting on and the way the Queen is coming into her own. They also reflect on Sophie’s frank conversation about periods and share listeners’ views on what the main role of the royal family should be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A new approach to royal health challenges
The Queen has been keeping the royal show on the road as the Princess of Wales continues her recovery from surgery while Prince William runs things at home, and the King awaits treatment of his own. But the royal family are missing three of their four major players - and will be for some time to come. And this week Sarah Ferguson revealed the latest blow to her own health. Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to reflect on events so far - and the longer term impact of the key royals' enforced time out. They also discuss changes to the family members who could stand in for the King, and Prince Edward’s big but low key trip. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kate and Charles’ shock health news
The Princess of Wales and King Charles shared major health updates on the same day - with the news Kate will require lengthy recuperation after major abdominal surgery a particular shock. Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Mirror royal features writer Jennifer Newton to discuss the impact of the news, praise for Charles’ openness about treatment for an enlarged prostate and what it means for the Firm as Prince William also steps back from royal duties to care for his family. They also discuss the revelations in Robert Hardman’s new book on the King and the handing over of the throne in Denmark, as Queen Margrethe abdicated in favour of Frederik X. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Prince Andrew saga shows no signs of ending
It’s a New Year but the same old problems for the royal family - as unsealed court papers return the Jeffrey Epstein case and Prince Andrew to the headlines. Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss where the latest round of revelations leave the Duke of York and the Firm. They also reflect on the first episode of the Queen’s Reading Room podcast and celebrate the Princess of Wales’s birthday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Royals make Christmas a festive family occasion
The royal family were out in force at Sandringham on Christmas Day on a joyful outing to church, with Mia Tindall and the Wales children stealing the show. Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to look back on the festive season’s royal highlights. They reflect on King Charles’ powerful Christmas message, royal TV highlights and what the family’s New Year messages told us about the Firm. Plus they get their teeth into the discussion of the royal family’s ‘main’ role and whether Empire has any place in Britain’s honours system today. And they look further afield with the surprise abdication of Denmark’s Queen Margrethe. Wishing our listeners all the best for 2024. * Send us your thoughts on the show @podsave on Instagram. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2023 review of a rollercoaster royal year: Coronation, family dramas and the end of the beginning
The first full year of the Carolean era is (nearly) complete. The history books will remember the sparkle and fanfare of the coronation - but right now the rift with the Sussexes which has dominated the beginning and end of the year casts a heavy shadow. Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers and his boss, Mirror editor Alison Phillips, to discuss a rollercoaster year. They reflect on the state of the family, their work and their relationships, pick their Royal of the year - and share their hopes and expectations for the Firm in 2024. *** Pod Save the King is a Reach production. It is presented by Ann Gripper, and edited by Daniel J. McLaughlin. Photo: Christopher Furlong/Getty Images Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Royals kick off Christmas celebrations
The royal family gathered for its annual pre-Christmas lunch this week - but at Windsor Castle rather than Buckingham Palace. Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Mirror Online royal features writer Jennifer Newton to discuss the royals’ festive celebrations so far, the traditions to come at Christmas and Kate’s family throwback photo. They also look ahead to the BBC documentary on Charles’ coronation year, enjoy Camilla’s sword-wielding outing and Meghan Markle's extra moment, and reflect on Prince William’s last minute trip. Merry Christmas to all our listeners - don’t miss Pod Save the King’s review of the year, out next Thursday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Royals switch to Christmas sparkle after Endgame row
The Princess of Wales wowed in maximum glamour as the royal show went on after she and King Charles were named as the royals alleged to have talked about Archie’s skin colour. And now the royals are in Christmas mode, taking festive opportunities to highlight key causes - while Prince Harry and Meghan Markle shared an update on their Archewell Foundation’s progress. Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss how the dust has settled after the Endgame row. They also talk the politics of wedding invitations, royal Christmas cards, the hardest working royals and the difference a royal visit can really make. * Send your messages and questions for our royal review of the year to @podsave on Instagram. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kings and Queens: Charles continues 1200 years of resilience and adaptability
King Charles III has the weight not just of his mother’s long reign behind him, but 1,200 years of history. Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by writer, broadcaster and podcaster Iain Dale, editor of Kings and Queens featuring an essay on each of the English and British monarchs since Alfred the Great - and a few who come with an asterisk. They discuss the past emotional year of royal history, why Charles’s reign has got off to a better start than expected, what makes a memorable monarch and the resilience and adaptability the monarchy has shown to survive this long. *** Pod Save the King is a Reach production. It is presented by Ann Gripper, and edited by Daniel J. McLaughlin. Image: Ranald Mackechnie/Handout via REUTERS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Endgame reignites racism row
Omid Scobie had already set headlines swirling with his new book Endgame, but the Dutch translation seemingly naming two royals as discussing Archie’s skin colour took things up another level. Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss the fallout. They also share listeners’ thoughts on the book, discuss the royals’ latest appearances and say a fond goodbye to producer Dan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

K-Midd and K-Pop as Korea State Visit sparkles
White tie, tiaras and K-pop superstars made for a memorable banquet night in this week’s State Visit. Queen Camilla, the Princess of Wales, Princess Royal and Duchess of Edinburgh were a picture of elegance, and every outfit came with a special slice of history. Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to relive the highlights, discuss its impact and lament some missed song and dance opportunities. They also reflect on Sarah Ferguson’s latest TV gig, Kate’s Children In Need opener and whether the Sussexes could be at Sandringham this Christmas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Prince Harry’s birthday connection with dad King Charles
Prince Harry has barely spoken to his father in recent months - but King Charles’ 75th birthday might just mark a new start. Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss what did and didn’t happen as part of the King’s birthday celebrations, and what it means for royal relations - particularly as a new book revisits painful parts of the royals’ family relationships. They also discuss the Prince and Princess of Wales’s big projects, Remembrance weekend and the new series of The Crown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

King’s Speech is a spectacle but not the whole story
Charles III gave his first King’s Speech to Parliament this week - but it is other recent addresses that tell us far more about him. Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss Charles’ address to the politicians with words provided by a divisive Government and the view of the country he shared in his recent Mansion House speech. They also reflect on the State visit to Kenya, the Earthshot prize and Meghan and Harry’s private jet flight to a Katy Perry concert. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

King Charles and Queen Camilla's State Visit to Kenya
Royal Editor Rusell Myers and Royal Photographer Ian Vogler join King Charles and Queen Camilla on their State Visit to Kenya. They discuss the Royal tour, share behind-the-scenes details and Charles' keynote speech. ...And there's mention of a new addition to Family Myers. (Congrats Russ!) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kate brings stardust as royals engage in passion projects
The Princess of Wales made eye-catching fashion choices for visits to mark Mental Health Week - but it was the subtle details that really showed her class. Pod Save The King host Ann Gripper hears from Laycie Beck, the NottinghamshireLive reporter who covered Kate’s visit to the city and shares why it will live long in her memory. And Mirror royal writer Jennifer Newton returns to the show to catch up on William and Kate’s work, Meghan and Harry’s New York appearance and Princess Eugenie’s podcast appearances - plus we share listener thoughts on the York sisters. Next week: Mirror royal editor Russell Myers and Ian Vogler join King Charles and Queen Camilla in Kenya Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After Elizabeth: Can the Monarchy Save Itself?
For most people, Queen Elizabeth II’s reign was their only experience of the British monarchy until her death last year - but will more of the same work in the Carolean era? The royal family has repeatedly reinvented itself over the centuries, and with support for the institution falling among young people, historian Dr Ed Owens believes the time is ripe for another royal stepchange. He joins Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper to discuss his new book After Elizabeth: Can the Monarchy Save Itself?, the challenges facing King Charles III and why people should not assume Prince William is the royal best placed to drive the change needed. After Elizabeth: Can the Monarchy Save Itself? by Dr Ed Owens, published by Bloomsbury, is out now Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Contagiously confident Kate and Charles playing the King
Charles, Camilla, William and Kate are a year into their new roles - so how are they settling in? Pod Save The King host Ann Gripper is joined by body language expert and longtime royal watcher Judi James to look at how they have changed since becoming King and Queen and Prince and Princess of Wales. They also discuss how Meghan and Harry are finding their not-so-new life outside the royal family. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Waleses keep a promise and the royal family's missing secret weapons
The Prince and Princess of Wales have had a busy week - and engaged on two issues that have been major themes for the royal family this year. But with the slimmed down royal family, William and Kate could do with some reinforcements. Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper and Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers reflect on how Princess Beatrice, who spoke powerfully about dyslexia this week, and Princess Eugenie could have been real royal assets - and why things are only just getting going for the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh. They also discuss Prince Andrew's Royal Lodge challenge and how Fergie is coming into her own. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

King Charles a statesman on a mission - but what next for the Waleses?
King Charles and Queen Camilla's state visit to France was a roaring success, and showed Charles is still ready to make his voice heard on issues that matter. Prince William and Kate have built major long-term projects around issues they care about deeply and believe can make a difference - but are they making an impact as Prince and Princess of Wales? With the royal family's year of transition over, Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss all the latest royal news - and why he'd like William and Kate to up their game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The King and Queen's French State Visit
Delayed due to the riots, the state visit of King Charles and Queen Camilla to France finally happened this week. As Macron rolled out the red carpet, Russell Myers and Ian Vogler recorded a special episode of Pod Save The King behind the scenes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Waleses and Sussexes get sporty
William, Kate, Meghan and Harry have all been in the thick of major sporting events over the last week - with the Waleses in France to cheer Wales and England to Rugby World Cup wins and the Sussexes celebrating the Invictus Games family. Pod Save The King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to talk through the latest royal news. They also reflect on Kate’s prison visit, Princess Anne stealing the show alongside the Waleses when the trio joined Mike Tindall for his podcast and look ahead to the King’s State visit to France. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New royal term begins a year on from the Queen’s death
The beginning of a new school year always feels like a reset moment whatever your age - and for the royal family, as it coincides with the first anniversary of the Queen’s death, doubly so this year. Pod Save the Queen host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to reflect on where we are a year on from that sad and historic day, and what we have to look forward to as the royals (and our podcast team) return to work after their summer breaks. They also catch up on the highlights of the royal summer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Meghan and Harry return with an old friend
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have shared a happy video of themselves making calls to young people making a difference in technology. But Meghan and Harry are not the only ones who are back, back, back - Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Zoe Forsey, who hosted the show for 18 months while Ann was on leave. Zoe is now on her own American adventure as deputy editor of the Mirror US, which launched this week. In the last episode before Pod Save The King’s summer break, the team catches up on Meghan and Harry, burger boy Prince William and his planned trip to New York - and whether the Prince of Wales is letting the side down by not wearing a kilt. We will be back in September - make sure you are subscribed to get the next episode when it lands. See what else Zoe has been working on at www.themirror.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

King Charles’ reign so far from Wales, Scotland and Northern Irish points of view
King Charles may be king of the United Kingdom, but the nations which make up the UK have different relationships to the union - and to the royal family. With the ceremonies that marked the start of King Charles’ reign complete after he received the Honours of Scotland, what is the verdict so far on the Carolean era from Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland? Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper talks to Paul Hutcheon, political editor on Scotland’s Daily Record, Steffan Rhys, editor of Wales Online, and Jilly Beattie, features editor in Belfast to hear their perspectives on the new King - and the new Prince and Princess of Wales. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wales family Wimbledon outing and major debates on Prince George’s future
Prince William, Kate, George and Charlotte had front-row seats for an epic finish to the Wimbledon Championships - we don’t blame Prince Louis for being upset to miss out! But what will Prince George’s future look like in the years before he becomes King? Will he - and should he - have a military role? And what about boarding school? Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to look back on the Wales family outings to Wimbledon and the Air Tattoo and discuss Prince George’s options. Ann also catches up with Cornwall Live photojournalist Greg Martin, who joined King Charles and Camilla’s day out in St Ives last week. Follow him on Facebook at www.facebook.com/gregmartinphotojournalist to see his photos and enjoy a look at Cornwall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Biden hangs out with King Charles at Windsor
President Biden met up with the King for the first time since missing Charles’s coronation - and they looked like old friends. Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to reflect on the visit and what they could - and should - have talked about. They also catch up on Camilla at Wimbledon, William and Kate’s polo day out and untangle the Crown Estate finances. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

King Charles gets his Scottish crown
Charles traveled to Edinburgh for his Scottish coronation this week - and fitted in a reunion with the royal yacht Britannia as well. Pod Save The King host Ann Gripper is joined by the Daily Mirror’s Jennifer Newton and the Daily Record’s Sarah Vesty, who was with the crowds lining the streets, to hear about the celebrations, the outfits and the protests. They also discuss William and Kate’s sporting days out at the Ashes and Wimbledon, and the marking of 75 years of the NHS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Waleses serve up treats as royal accounts are published
The royal family’s annual accounts have been published, with expenses rising to £107million. Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss where the money was spent - and where they are economising. They also look at Prince William’s big project to tackle homelessness and Kate’s tennis session with Roger Federer ahead of Wimbledon. And there are get well soon wishes for the Duchess of York as she recovers from her mastectomy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Grand royal days out and grand plans
The royal family have had their glad rags on again (and again) this week as Trooping the Colour, Garter Day and Royal Ascot provided plenty of opportunities for family get togethers. And Prince William’s big interview announcing his mission to end homelessness demonstrated the Firm’s ambition to make sure there is a point as well as pomp. Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss William’s plans and reflect on the grand royal occasions, as well as what the end of the Spotify deal means for the Sussexes. And longtime listener Deb Stratas shares her experience of being at Saturday’s Trooping the Colour - and tips for Canadian listeners on how to get tickets to royal events. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Trooping into a collaborative future
The Duchess of Edinburgh joined Prince William for a film premiere this week in a combination that excited many royal fans. Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers, who explains why it is a sign of how the royal family is set to work in future The team also look ahead to the first Trooping the Colour and Royal Ascot events since the death of Queen Elizabeth II. And Russell also shares his reflections on the coronation and why we will never see its like again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Royal wedding glamour and a new addition to the family
It's been a while since we got to see a royal wedding in the UK - so we loved getting a look in to how the Jordanian royals do it as the Prince and Princess of Wales flew the flag for the UK. Pod Save The King host Ann Gripper is joined by the Mirror's royal features writer Jennifer Newton to look back at the glamorous event, which featured some incredible fashion and some surprising guests. They also welcome Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank's second son Ernest, and look back on Kate's latest #ShapingUs engagements. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kate and William share the spotlight
The Prince and Princess of Wales are finishing half term week with a royal wedding break away from the children, as they join the celebrations in Jordan. But they can reflect on the positive impacts of their recent work at home. Pod Save The King host Ann Gripper is joined by Express digital royal editor Emily Ferguson to talk about William's visit to QPR football club and some upcoming football dates he may have his eye on, and Kate putting the spotlight on kinship care. Plus Emily shares her coronation balcony experience. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wales family put best foot forward from behind the scenes
The royal family are back in the swing of things after the coronation - but it has been far from smooth sailing. A woman has died after being hit by one of the Duchess of Edinburgh’s police outriders and Meghan and Harry accused the paparazzi over a “near catastrophic” car chase after an awards ceremony. But the Princess of Wales has caught the eye for all the right reasons with her engagements, with children front and centre - and the family’s behind the scenes coronation film. Pod Save The King host Ann Gripper is joined by Mirror royal reporter Jennifer Newton to discuss all the latest royal news. Plus Ann talks to Neil Stevenson, whose firm NEJ Stevenson created the coronation chairs, about being a warrant holder and designing for royalty. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The King is Dead, Long Live the King and what the Edwardian era tells us
Like King Charles III, his great great grandfather Edward VII spent decades as the Prince of Wales while his mother was on the throne. Queen Victoria had her doubts about her eldest son Bertie’s potential as King, but he went on to a successful and popular reign. Martin Williams, author of The King is Dead, Long Live the King, joins Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper to reflect on the beginning and end of that Edwardian era and its echoes as we leave the Elizabethan age behind. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

King Charles III's coronation weekend
The United Kingdom has seen its first coronation for 70 years - and King Charles III and Queen Camilla officially have their crowns. Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper looks back on the celebrations with Daily Mirror editor Alison Phillips, who was in Westminster Abbey for the ceremony. They reflect on the sights, sounds and lasting impact of an event which was full of tradition - and how it fits into today's world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russell Myers looks back at the life of King Charles
bonusFrom his marriage to Princess Diana, the exit of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle as working royals, and the death of the late Queen Elizabeth II, these are the moments that formed who King Charles is today. Add your coronation message to our interactive map at https://kingcharlescoronationcelebration.com Order your 164-page King Charles III and Queen Camilla coronation collector's edition from our online shop Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cheers to the start of Coronation celebrations
We’ve had the midnight rehearsal as troops paraded through London’s streets, now it’s time for the real thing as we celebrate the coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla this weekend. Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers, fresh from the King’s first garden party, to discuss all the final details and reflect on the mood ahead of the big day. They also discuss William and Kate’s pub visit, Princess Anne’s big interview and round up the royal updates. We also hear how Mirror lifestyle writer Saffron Otter got on making the coronation trifle. And in our second spotlight on volunteering, Samaritans chair Keith Leslie talks about the King’s long patronage of the charity for people in crisis. Add your coronation message to our interactive map at https://kingcharlescoronationcelebration.com Order your 164-page King Charles III and Queen Camilla coronation collector's edition from our online shop Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Coronation (and Eurovision!) countdown as royal moments caught on camera - plus Camilla as patron
Details of the coronation are coming out thick and fast, but there is still royal business to do too. The King and Queen were in Liverpool as part of the build-up to another major event coming in May: the Eurovision Song Contest. Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to catch up on all the royal latest, including the timetable for the coronation, a special role for Princess Anne and some controversial guests. They also reflect on the photos released to mark Prince Louis and the late Queen's birthdays, and Harry and Meghan's kisscam moment. Plus, as volunteering is put at the heart of the coronation celebrations, Ann turns the spotlight on what Camilla is like as a royal patron in an interview with Peter Laurie, CEO of Battersea Dogs and Cats Home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Prince Harry's solo coronation trip - and the all important quiche
Coronation updates are coming thick and fast as we count down to the big day. The Sussexes have confirmed Prince Harry is coming but Meghan, Archie and Lillibet are not - with other guests and the first acts of the concert line-up also confirmed. Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to catch up on all the coronation issues and discuss the biggest talking points. Plus podcast listeners and Mirror Online lifestyle editor Courtney Pochin give their verdict on the coronation quiche. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Crown, The Church and The Coronation
When the late Queen died, Charles not only became King, he became head of the Church of England. Elizabeth II had spoken very personally of her faith on a number of occasions, and church events are a huge part of the royal calendar, whether it is the Commonwealth Day service or the family’s traditional Easter and Christmas gatherings at Windsor and Sandringham. The Rt Revd Dr Graham Tomlin, former Bishop of Kensington and now running the CofE’s Centre for Cultural Witness programme, joins Pod Save The King host Ann Gripper to explore the relationship between the royal family and the church. They also reflect on the religious significance of the coronation, its regalia and the impact of the change in Sovereign on the Church. Explore more church perspectives on the coronation on the Centre for Cultural Witness's www.seenandunseen.com website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's Queen Camilla on the Coronation invitations - but who is on the balcony?
The grand invitations for the coronation of King Charles III feature symbolic flowers and emblems - and the confirmation the Consort is being dropped from Camilla's title. Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers who had the inside scoop on who is - and who isn't - going to be on the Buckingham Palace balcony to discuss all the latest coronation details. They also reflect on the King and Queen (Consort)'s State visit to Germany, the Maundy money tradition and what we can look forward to over Easter weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
King Charles III's first State visit
Charles and Camilla were meant to be in France for their first State visit - but it was called off amid protests on the streets against retirement reforms. So instead it is Germany who are first to host the new King and Queen Consort. Returning Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined in the studio by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers - who also sends in an update from Berlin with photographer Ian Vogler. They also talk about Prince Harry's return to the UK, the Demise Honours and Prince William's visit to Poland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ann returns and Zoe's off across the pond
bonusA familiar voice returns to the hosting throne! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices