EPISODE · Feb 9, 2026 · 6 MIN
Ingrid Alexandra Says She’s “Going Crazy” as Mette-Marit Apologizes Again as Marius Borg Høiby Trial Swamps Norway Royals
from Crown and Controversy Norway - The Trial of Marius Borg Høiby - Crown Princess Mette-Marit · host Caloroga Shark Media / Crown and Controversy
Norway’s royal crisis deepens as Princess Ingrid Alexandra breaks royal protocol with an emotional Instagram post saying she’s “going crazy” amid relentless personal attacks. Her message lands as Crown Princess Mette-Marit issues yet another apology over her Epstein ties, admitting regret and acknowledging that parts of their correspondence do not reflect the person she wants to be. Crown Prince Haakon steps in to shield his family, saying his focus is “taking care of the flock,” while critics warn the family’s transparency is eroding trust rather than restoring it. Parliament moves to reaffirm the monarchy, but support is slipping, republican membership is surging, and even Norway’s prime minister has weighed in. As polls soften and public patience thins, Norway confronts an uncomfortable question: has its most relatable royal family finally lost control of the narrative?AI is sometimes used in the creation of this podcast, primarlily when used to translate and interpolate Norwegian language news soruces.You may also enjoy these other Royal Podcasts.Palace Intrigue - daily updates on the current British Ryal FamilyCrown and Controversy - British Royal Family after the TV Series The CrownKing William - The Crown in the FutureCrown and Controversy - King CharlesCrown and Controversy - Norway
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Norway’s royal crisis deepens as Princess Ingrid Alexandra breaks royal protocol with an emotional Instagram post saying she’s “going crazy” amid relentless personal attacks. Her message lands as Crown Princess Mette-Marit issues yet another apology over her Epstein ties, admitting regret and acknowledging that parts of their correspondence do not reflect the person she wants to be. Crown Prince Haakon steps in to shield his family, saying his focus is “taking care of the flock,” while critics warn the family’s transparency is eroding trust rather than restoring it. Parliament moves to reaffirm the monarchy, but support is slipping, republican membership is surging, and even Norway’s prime minister has weighed in. As polls soften and public patience thins, Norway confronts an uncomfortable question: has its most relatable royal family finally lost control of the narrative?AI is sometimes used in the creation of this podcast, primarlily when used to translate and interpolate Norwegian language news soruces.You may also enjoy these other Royal Podcasts.Palace Intrigue - daily updates on the current British Ryal FamilyCrown and Controversy - British Royal Family after the TV Series The CrownKing William - The Crown in the FutureCrown and Controversy - King CharlesCrown and Controversy - Norway
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