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Catching Up with the Royals

Catching Up with the Royals

By: Spirit Studios
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Catching Up With the Royals is a weekly podcast about the British royal family, taking you beyond the pomp and pageantry to uncover what’s really happening behind the headlines of the House of Windsor.


Each week, reformed republican Reverend Richard Coles and royal expert Emily Andrews share their take on the latest royal news - from the moments everyone is talking about, to the stories quietly unfolding behind palace walls. Drawing on Emily’s years of experience travelling the world with the British monarchy, alongside Richard’s fascination with royal relationships and history, the podcast offers informed insight and behind-the-scenes perspectives you won’t hear anywhere else.


But it’s not just about the news. Catching Up With the Royals also dives deep into the defining moments of royal history - from legendary royal scandals that shocked the world to lesser-known royal traditions and protocols. Richard and Emily explore how the past of the British royal family continues to shape the monarchy today.


You can listen to Catching Up With the Royals, the podcast for anyone interested in the British monarchy, wherever you get your podcasts. You can also watch the show on YouTube and stream it on 5.


Have a question for Richard and Emily to discuss on the show? Email us at royals@spirit-studios.com

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Episodes
  • The Truth About Dating a Royal!
    Feb 12 2026

    Ever wondered what it’s really like to date Prince William or Prince Harry? This week’s Valentine’s Day special of Catching Up with the Royals dives inside the secretive world of royal dating, romance and relationships.


    Reverend Richard Coles and Royal Correspondent Emily Andrews explore what it’s really like to be romantically involved with a member of the British Royal Family - from intense media scrutiny and strict palace protocol to the pressures of dating under the global spotlight.


    They delve into the most fascinating royal love stories in British history, from iconic palace power couples to the realities of trying to date someone from one of the most famous families in the world. Plus, Emily reveals a surprising personal story about encountering a newly single Prince William in a nightclub - and what happened next!


    If you’re fascinated by royal relationships, royal romance, and life behind palace doors, this episode is not to be missed.


    New episodes drop every Thursday on Spotify, Apple or wherever you get your podcasts - plus you can watch each episode on YouTube!


    Watch on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@CatchingUpWithTheRoyals


    📥 Got a Question? Send your questions for future episodes to: royals@spirit-studios.com


    📱 Follow Catching Up With the Royals:

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    45 mins
  • Do the Royals Hate the Press?
    Feb 5 2026

    Do the British Royal Family actually hate the press? Who really controls the narrative behind palace walls?


    In this deep dive episode, Richard and Emily explore the Royal Family’s long-standing relationship with the media, from the monarchy’s biggest modern PR disasters to the evolution of palace spin.


    We examine how Princess Diana’s media coverage reshaped royal reporting forever, the lasting impact of constant press scrutiny on figures like Prince Harry, Meghan Markle, and Prince William, and whether the monarchy can survive in an era of 24-hour news, social media, and relentless public attention. Behind the headlines and beyond the press releases, this is the truth about royal media power.


    New episodes every Thursday on Spotify, Apple or wherever you get your podcasts - plus, you can watch each episode on YouTube.


    Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CatchingUpWiththeRoyals


    Follows us!


    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/catchingupwiththeroyals


    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CatchingUpWiththeRoyals

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    43 mins
  • Prince Harry’s War, Andrew’s Exile & the Trump Dilemma
    Jan 29 2026

    Welcome to Catching Up with the Royals, your weekly dose of British Royal Family news, hosted by Reverend Richard Coles and Royal correspondent Emily Andrews.


    Is 2026 the year of a Royal Reset? Will Prince Harry rekindle his relationship with King Charles as his battle with the media intensifies? And what does the future hold for the monarchy as Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is sent packing?


    Each week, Richard and Emily unpack the biggest Royal headlines and insider stories. In this episode, they spill the royal tea on Prince William and Kate Middleton’s tactile displays of affection during their Scotland visit, the truth behind rumours that Princess Eugenie has cut ties with her father, and the diplomatic dilemma facing King Charles and Queen Camilla over a possible invitation from President Donald Trump.


    New episodes every Thursday. Watch and stream Saturday's on 5.


    Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CatchingUpWithTheRoyals

    Watch on 5: https://www.channel5.com/


    Follow us!


    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/catchingupwiththeroyals/

    Facebook: www.facebook.com/CatchingUpWithTheRoyals

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    44 mins
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