Kate’s very personal day out, William’s Homewards progress and dissecting royal finances
The Princess of Wales shared her most personal update yet on her cancer recovery as she helped plant a wellbeing garden at Colchester Hospital.
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss the impact and timing of her appearance.
Plus they talk about Russell’s trip to Sheffield with the Prince of Wales as William marked the second anniversary of his Homewards initiative to end homelessness, and the state of the royal family finances in the annual Sovereign Grant report.
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President Trump’s State visit comes early
King Charles had hoped for an informal meeting with Donald Trump ahead of an historic second State visit. But the 45th and 47th US President will go straight to maximum with a full invitation with all the trappings for this September.
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss the announcement, the diplomacy around it and what comes next, as well as the latest Windsor visit of Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
They also look at the Wales' week, where Kate remains out of the spotlight after her Ascot withdrawal while birthday boy Prince William has turned his attention to Earthshot and London climate action week, with Homewards next in the calendar - and we’ve all gone doolally for the puppies.
Plus the team welcome the selection of the memorial for the late Queen, puzzle over passports and get thirsty for rosé.
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Kate’s dramatic Royal Ascot no-show after shining in Trooping and Garter Day sun
Just 20 minutes after Royal Ascot had announced the Princess of Wales was expected at the racecourse, Kensington Palace confirmed she would not be attending after all.
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper and Mirror royal editor Russell Myers discuss the dramatic no-show.
They also look back on two big events in the royal calendar: Trooping the Colour and Garter Day, including what the lip readers saw.
Plus they celebrate Sir Becks and the birthday honours, and a lot of love on Father’s Day.
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Royal social media under the spotlight
Social media platforms have changed the way we all communicate - and that goes for the royals as well.
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Mirror head of social creative Gully Burrows to take a closer look at how the royal family uses the internet to build its brand and how they win at social.
They discuss key moments, missteps and the royal who really should have their own social account.
Pod Save the King is a Reach Studio produced, presented by Ann Gripper and produced by Daniel J. McLaughlin.
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King Charles’s warm welcome in strong, free Canada
King Charles has made a brief first visit to Canada as sovereign - but the whistlestop trip really made a mark.
Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper is joined by Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to reflect on the historic visit, Charles’ speech at the opening of Parliament and an extra warm welcome from Canadians as they face challenges from President Trump.
Ann is also joined by Mirror deputy royal editor Jennifer Newton to catch up on the royals’ response to the shock events in Liverpool, Meghan’s honeys and a new role for Princess Eugenie.
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Über Pod Save The King - Royal family news, interviews and fashion
New era, new name: Welcome to Pod Save The King, the award-winning Royal podcast from the Daily Mirror.
The Royal family is finding its way in a new era. Following the death of Queen Elizabeth II, King Charles III began his reign alongside Camilla, The Queen Consort. William and Kate became Prince and Princess of Wales. As the family changes, rifts remain with Harry and Meghan across the Atlantic and Prince Andrew is still in the aftermath of the Newsnight interview. There is joy too, as Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis grow up both in and out of the public eye, and the Tindalls, Beatrice and Eugenie find their own ways.
Expect behind the scenes details, fashion, travel, causes, politics and society, plus interviews with people who can provide a particular insight into your favourite Royals, their work and their place in Britain today. “Lively discussions with a wide-ranging appeal. Refreshingly informal, totally unstuffy and a thoroughly modern take on all things royal. And it’s funny too.” - the Press Awards Judges, who named Pod Save The King Lifestyle Podcast of the Year.
Your regular companions are Host Ann Gripper and Royal Editor Russell Myers. You can join the conversation about the podcast on Instagram and Twitter for a chance to hear your comments on the show, and follow @MirrorRoyal or subscribe to our Royal Newsletter for all the latest.
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