4. Briefings, leaks and whispers

Where do royal journalists get their information from?

An episode of the Harry, Meghan and the Media podcast, hosted by BBC Sounds, titled "4. Briefings, leaks and whispers" was published on January 6, 2022 and runs 40 minutes.

January 6, 2022 ·40m · Harry, Meghan and the Media

0:00 / 0:00

Summary

Where do royal journalists get their information from? Coverage of the royal family is full of cryptic references to “contacts, “palace insiders” and “well-placed sources”. In a world where almost everything is off the record, can we ever separate fact from spin?This five part series asks you to question what you think about Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. Why did the coverage of Meghan Markle turn so sour, so quickly? Why did the story turn from the fairy tale wedding of a Prince and his new type of Princess, to a tale of so-called ‘duelling duchesses’? In this series, you’ll hear from the people who wrote this very modern drama: the reporters, columnists and broadcasters who shape public opinion on royalty. Allegations of sexism, racism and strategic leaks – we examine them all. Presenter: Amol Rajan Producer: Phoebe KeaneWe used material from: The Jeremy Vine Show, ITN Productions Lorraine, ITV Loose Women, ITV The 3rd hour of Today, NBC News Sky News Inside Edition

Episode Description

Where do royal journalists get their information from? Coverage of the royal family is full of cryptic references to “contacts, “palace insiders” and “well-placed sources”. In a world where almost everything is off the record, can we ever separate fact from spin?

This five part series asks you to question what you think about Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. Why did the coverage of Meghan Markle turn so sour, so quickly? Why did the story turn from the fairy tale wedding of a Prince and his new type of Princess, to a tale of so-called ‘duelling duchesses’?

In this series, you’ll hear from the people who wrote this very modern drama: the reporters, columnists and broadcasters who shape public opinion on royalty. Allegations of sexism, racism and strategic leaks – we examine them all. Presenter: Amol Rajan Producer: Phoebe Keane

We used material from: The Jeremy Vine Show, ITN Productions Lorraine, ITV Loose Women, ITV The 3rd hour of Today, NBC News Sky News Inside Edition

Share this episode

Similar Episodes

Meghan Markle Accused Of Hurting Queen Elizabeth II

Apr 9, 2026 ·29m

Meghan Markle, Prince Harry Feud And King Charles US Visit

Apr 8, 2026 ·12m

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor Row, Royal Rift And Sussex Cash Clash

Apr 7, 2026 ·9m

Prince Andrew Investigation: Royal Crisis Deepens At Sandringham

Apr 7, 2026 ·15m

Harry and Meghan BEGGED for Privacy But Are Still Posting Pics

Apr 6, 2026 ·12m

Prince Andrew Crisis Deepens As CPS Advice Sought

Apr 2, 2026 ·7m

Similar Podcasts

Meghan Markle - Audio Biography Inception Point Ai Meghan Markle's career journey, from her early days as a briefcase model on "Deal or No Deal" to her roles as a Netflix producer and podcast host, has been diverse and occasionally challenging. This timeline highlights her experiences, from speaking out against gender stereotypes to her acting career, blogging, humanitarian work, royal engagement, and ventures into content production. It also touches on her departure from royal duties, her successful book "The Bench," and her podcast "Archetypes." Meghan's commitment to charity and her collaboration with Prince Harry in media production are central themes, along with their recent business endeavors and the conclusion of their Spotify deal. The Royal Tea TalkTV Get the latest Royal Family news, interviews and insider analysis every week on The Royal Tea - the must-listen podcast for everything Buckingham Palace and beyond.Featuring the best Talk interviews and highlights from across the schedule, we bring you sharp discussion, expert guests and the biggest royal talking points dominating the headlines. From King Charles and Queen Camilla to the Prince and Princess of Wales, and the ongoing drama surrounding Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, no story is off limits.We also track the fallout from the disgraced former Prince, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor.Expect exclusive commentary, big royal debates, and must-hear moments from Talk’s presenters — all in one place.For the best royal insight, gossip and analysis, subscribe to The Royal Tea and stay ahead of the story.God Save The King! Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' r Harry Potter Saved My Life Harriet Morris Unexpected life lessons from The Boy Who Lived. Every episode, superfan Harriet Morris looks at one character, spell, invention or place from the magical world of Harry Potter (and related works) and asks: what hidden soul-saving teachings are there to help us navigate and dismantle anxiety, depression and the curveballs that life has a habit of throwing at us?As you will see, Winky the house elf, Draco Malfoy and the time turner all have as much to teach us about reclaiming our power as does Harry himself.Harry didn't literally save Harriet's life, but this more than any other work helped her recover from compulsive eating . Harry Potter Podcast hpfreunde.de ... zaubert Magie in Dein Ohr!

URL copied to clipboard!