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EPISODE · Apr 1, 2026 · 25 MIN

Inside Buckingham Palace's new media strategy

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Buckingham Palace has appointed a royal correspondent as the King’s new press secretary – what does this reveal about how King Charles wants to run his media operation? Roya Nikkhah and Kate Mansey are joined by former palace press secretary Ailsa Anderson to explore what Rhiannon Mills' hire says about Palace communications at a moment of intense scrutiny, faster news cycles and growing pressure.So, what should a modern media approach for the monarchy look like? And does the late Queen's “never complain, never explain” mantra still work?The US state visit has been confirmed. What issues do you think the King should discuss with President Trump? Get in touch: [email protected]: GettyProducer: Robert WallaceExecutive Producer: Priyanka Deladia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Buckingham Palace has appointed a royal correspondent as the King’s new press secretary – what does this reveal about how King Charles wants to run his media operation? Roya Nikkhah and Kate Mansey are joined by former palace press secretary Ailsa Anderson to explore what Rhiannon Mills' hire says about Palace communications at a moment of intense scrutiny, faster news cycles and growing pressure.So, what should a modern media approach for the monarchy look like? And does the late Queen's “never complain, never explain” mantra still work?The US state visit has been confirmed. What issues do you think the King should discuss with President Trump? Get in touch: [email protected]: GettyProducer: Robert WallaceExecutive Producer: Priyanka Deladia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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