The Royal Watcher Podcast
by The Royal Watcher
Join Saad Salman (Founder and Editor of The Royal Watcher and Sam Gillespie (Editor of The Beau Monde) in the new Royal Watcher Podcast where we discuss our shared love of Royalty, including current, past and future royal events, royal jewels, fashion and all other royal related topics! #RoyalWatcherPodcast
Episodes
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French Crown Jewels stolen from the Louvre
Nine priceless items from the French Crown Jewels have been stolen by masked robbers from the Galerie d'Apollon of the Musée du Louvre! Empress Eugénie’s Pearl Tiara, the Tiara, Necklace and Earrings of the Orléans Sapphire Parure, Empress Marie-Louise’s Emerald Parure, Empress Eugénie’s Diamond...
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Jewels of the Countess of Airlie on Auction
The heirloom Airlie Tiara, Verdura Brooches, 20th-century Jewels and Cases and a Fabergé Paper Knife from the late Countess of Airlie are going on Auction at Lyon & Turnbull in London next week. Thank You to Sarah Duncan and the team at Lyon & Turnbull for inviting us to view the Tiara, and to...
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Royal Tiaras at the American State Banquet at Windsor Castle
We are back to discuss the Royal and Noble Tiaras worn at last week’s State Banquet held by the British Royal Family for American President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump at Windsor Castle! Link:...
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Royal Jewels in the Cartier Exhibition at the Victoria & Albert Museum
We are back to discuss our special private view of the iconic Jewels from Royal and Noble Collections on display in the highly anticipated Cartier Exhibition at the Victoria & Albert Museum in London! Link:...
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Royal Jewels at the ‘Edwardians: Age of Elegance’ Exhibit at Buckingham Palace
Magnificent Jewels from Queen Alexandra and Queen Mary are on display alongside Fabergé Objects and Paintings by Winterhalter and Tuxen in the ‘Edwardians: Age of Elegance’ Exhibition at the King’s Gallery at Buckingham Palace. We had the pleasure to be invited to the press preview for the highly...
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Royal Tiaras of December 2024
Our Scandinavian Friends Jakob and Kaspar joined Saad (Editor of The Royal Watcher) and Sam (Editor of The Beau Monde) to discuss the 20 Royal and Noble Tiaras worn by Royal Ladies this month, for the Qatar State Visit to the United Kingdom, the Oman State Visit to Belgium, the Egyptian State…
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I found Queen Mary's lost Diamond Lozenge Bandeau in Malaysia
We have a very exciting discovery to share with you! Queen Mary's lost Diamond Lozenge Bandeau, last worn by Princess Margaret, has been in the collection of Tengku Ampuan (Queen) Azizah of Pahang for the past 36 years, which we both discovered at the Palace last night while I am in the Sultanate...
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Royal Guests at the Wedding of Princess Theodora of Greece
Our friend Kaspar joined Saad Salman (Editor of The Royal Watcher) and Sam Gillespie (Editor of The Beau Monde) to discuss the Royal Guests at the Wedding of Princess Theodora of Greece and Denmark at the Metropolitan Cathedral of Athens! Link:...
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Royal and Noble Jewels of the State Opening of Parliament
Saad (The Royal Watcher) and Sam (The Beau Monde) discuss how the British Peeresses glittered in their Heirloom Tiaras (possibly for the last time) as King Charles and Queen Camilla presided over the State Opening of Parliament in the Chamber of the House of Lords. Link:...
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Tiaras at the Japanese State Banquet
Saad (The Royal Watcher) and Sam (The Beau Monde) discuss spectacular Royal and Noble Jewels on display as King Charles and Queen Camilla hosted a glittering State Banquet for Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako of Japan at Buckingham Palace last week! Link:...
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Discussing the Spanish State Visit to the Netherlands with Birgit
Saad (Editor of The Royal Watcher) was joined by Dutch anti-monarchy Royal Historian Birgit (@birgit.marie on TikTok) for a wonderful conversation discussing the spectacular Spanish State Visit to the Netherlands, and the deep cultural and historical links between the two Kingdoms and their...
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Cartier: Islamic Inspiration and Modern Design
I flew to Abu Dhabi last week just to see the magnificent Tiaras on display at the ‘Cartier: Islamic Inspiration and Modern Design’ Exhibit at the Louvre Abu Dhabi, which included the Duke and Duchess of Gloucester's spectacular Cartier India Tiara, among a series of splendid jewels. You can see...
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Kate has Cancer
Eminent Royal Watcher Sarah (nyc.royalwatcher) joined Sam and Saad to discuss the devastating announcement that Catherine, the Princess of Wales has cancer, which is the culmination of weeks of unhinged speculation on Social Media. Sarah is @nyc.royalwatcher on Instagram. You can find us on…
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Leave Kate Alone - The Continuing of the Controversy surrounding Kate Middleton/Catherine, Princess of Wales
This week, eminent Royal Watcher Sarah (nyc.royalwatcher) joined Saad (The Royal Watcher) and Sam (The Beau Monde) as we discuss the outrageous online narrative surrounding the Princess of Wales this week, and how it has impacted Royal Watching. Sarah is @nyc.royalwatcher on Instagram. You can…
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Royal Guests at King Constantine’s Memorial Service
This week, Saad (The Royal Watcher) and Sam (The Beau Monde) discuss the Royal Guests and Relatives at King Constantine’s Memorial Service at St George’s Chapel, Windsor Castle, as well as the Greek Royal Family’s deep ties with Royal Families from around Europe. You can find us on social media…
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'Where is Kate?' - The Current Controversy surrounding Kate Middleton/Catherine, Princess of Wales
This week, Saad & Sam are joined by eminent Royal Watcher Sarah (nyc.royalwatcher) as we discuss the current controversy surrounding Kate Middleton/Catherine, Princess of Wales, her privacy and the speed of the current social media landscape and how it has impacted Royal Watching.
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Proclamation of King Frederik X of Denmark
Special Guests Jakob and Kaspar joined Saad Salman (Editor of The Royal Watcher) and Sam Gillespie (Editor of The Beau Monde) to recall their experiences of being in Copenhagen for the Proclamation of King Frederik X of Denmark following the Abdication of Queen Margrethe II. Jakob is @Jakreg76 on...
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Queen Margrethe of Denmark is Abdicating!
Our old friend Jakob joined Saad (The Royal Watcher) and Sam (The Beau Monde) to discuss the shocking news that Queen Margrethe II of Denmark is abdicating the Danish Throne after a Reign of 52 years. She will be succeeded by Crown Prince Frederik, who will become King Frederik X Link:...
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The Royal Highlights of 2023
2023 was a year full of major Royal Milestones, with a grand Jubilee, several Birthdays and Royal Weddings, solemn Funerals and the first British Coronation in seven decades, so we discuss all the Royal Highlights of 2023! Link: https://royalwatcherblog.com/2023/12/30/royal-highlights-2023/ You…
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Royal Jewels at Le Bal des Débutantes
We discuss all the spectacular Royal and Noble Jewels worn by the Royal and Noble Débutantes at the Le Bal des Débutantes at the Shangri La Hotel in Paris! Link: https://royalwatcherblog.com/2023/11/26/le-bal-debutantes-2023/ You can find us on social media as ‘The Royal Watcher’...
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The Wedding of Infanta Maria Francisca de Bragança
This episode, Saad Salman (Editor of The Royal Watcher) and Sam Gillespie (Editor of The Beau Monde) were joined by Assistant Editor David Rato (Spanish Royal Jewels) for a delightful conversation about the Royal Guests, the splendid Ceremony and the heirloom Tiara and Jewels at the Wedding of...
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Royal Tiaras at the Korean State Banquet
We discuss all the spectacular Royal and Noble Tiaras worn by the British Royal Ladies and the Aristocracy for the Korean State Banquet at Buckingham Palace! Link: https://royalwatcherblog.com/2023/11/22/royal-tiaras-at-the-korean-state-banquet-at-buckingham-palace/ You can find us on social…
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Royal Tiaras from the Spanish State Visit to Denmark
This episode, we discuss all the details and the Tiaras of the Danish Royal Family hosting King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia of Spain on their State Visit to Denmark! You can find us on social media as ‘The Royal Watcher’ [@saadsalman719 on Twitter and @the_royal_watcher on Instagram], as well as…
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Royal and Noble Tiaras at the State Opening of Parliament
This episode, we discuss all the spectacular Royal and Noble Jewels worn for King Charles and Queen Camilla's first State Opening of Parliament! You can find us on social media as ‘The Royal Watcher’ [@saadsalman719 on Twitter and @the_royal_watcher on Instagram], as well as on...
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Prince Christian of Denmark’s 18th Birthday Gala
Special Guests Jakob and Kaspar joined Saad Salman (Editor of The Royal Watcher) and Sam Gillespie (Editor of The Beau Monde) to have a delightful conversation about the Royal Guests and their Tiaras at Prince Christian of Denmark’s 18th Birthday Gala Dinner. Jakob is @Jakreg76 on Twitter and...
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British State Visit to France and Royal Weddings
Saad Salman (Editor of The Royal Watcher) and Sam Gillespie (Editor of The Beau Monde) discuss King Charles and Queen Camilla's State Visit to France as well as the Wedding of Princess Teresita of Saxony and Count Béryl de Saporta Wedding of Archduke Alexander of Austria and Countess Natacha...
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King Carl XVI Gustaf’s Golden Jubilee Celebrations
Saad Salman (Editor of The Royal Watcher) and Sam Gillespie (Editor of The Beau Monde) were joined by special guests Jakob and Kaspar to discuss all the details around the Swedish King’s spectacular Golden Jubilee Celebrations as well as Queen Margrethe II of Denmark’s role in Netflix’s…
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Discussing the Coronation of King Charles and Queen Camilla
Saad Salman (Editor of The Royal Watcher) and Sam Gillespie (Editor of The Beau Monde) were joined by special guest Jakob to discuss the discuss the Coronation of King Charles and Queen Camilla, revisiting all the details of the big day and our experiences of being in London for the Coronation…
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Discussing the Jordanian Royal Wedding
This episode, Saad Salman (Editor of The Royal Watcher) and Sam Gillespie (Editor of The Beau Monde) discuss all the details of the Bridal Couple, the Royal Guests and their Tiaras at the Wedding of Crown Prince Hussein of Jordan and Rajwa Al Saif, followed by the spectacular Banquet at the Al...
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The Wedding of Prince Ludwig of Bavaria
This episode, Saad Salman (Editor of The Royal Watcher) and Sam Gillespie (Editor of The Beau Monde) had a wonderful conversation with Stefan (Royal Travel and Events) about his experiences covering the Wedding of Prince Ludwig of Bavaria in Munich, as well as a discussion of the Royal Guests and...
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We met the Queen of Malaysia!
This episode, Saad Salman (Editor of The Royal Watcher) and Sam Gillespie (Editor of The Beau Monde) share the details of their extraordinary meeting with the Queen of Malaysia at the Malaysian High Commission in London earlier this month, as part on an exhibition on Malaysian Heritage Crafts.…
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Details of the Coronation of King Charles and Queen Camilla
This episode, Saad Salman (Editor of The Royal Watcher) and Sam Gillespie (Editor of The Beau Monde) had a fun discussion looking at all the details that have been released ahead of the Coronation of King Charles and Queen Camilla, discussing the dress code, the carriages, the Crown Jewels and…
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Royal Roundup with ‘Not A Royal Expert’
This episode, Saad Salman (Editor of The Royal Watcher) and Sam Gillespie (Editor of The Beau Monde) had a lovely conversation with the delightful Charlie (‘Not A Royal Expert’), discussing new Royal Titles, recent State Visits, Funerals and the Royal Wedding in Jordan. Charlie is…
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Jewellery Conversation with Oliver and Zuleika Gerrish
This episode, Saad Salman (Editor of The Royal Watcher) and Sam Gillespie (Editor of The Beau Monde) were joined by the delightful Oliver and Zuleika Gerrish of Parkin & Gerrish to discuss Royal Collections, fascinating Family Heritage and Antique Jewels on Sale at Parkin & Gerrish. Oliver is...
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The Dutch Royal Tour of the Caribbean
This week, Saad (Editor of The Royal Watcher) was joined by Dutch anti-monarchy Royal Historian Birgit (@birgit.marie on TikTok) for a wonderful conversation discussing the Dutch Royal Family’s Tour of their Caribbean Territories and the serious threats faced by the Princess of Orange. You can…
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Luxembourg New Year’s Reception and Dutch Royal Tour of the Caribbean
This week, Saad Salman (Editor of The Royal Watcher) and Sam Gillespie (Editor of The Beau Monde) to discuss the Luxembourg New Years Reception and Dutch Royal Tour of the Caribbean. You can find us on social media as ‘The Royal Watcher’ [@saadsalman719 on Twitter and @the_royal_watcher on...
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Royal New Year Receptions
This week, Saad Salman (Editor of The Royal Watcher) and Sam Gillespie (Editor of The Beau Monde) were joined by special guest Kaspar to discuss the Jewels and Outfits of this year’s Danish New Year’s Banquet, the Japanese New Year’s Reception, the first New Year’s Levée, the second New Year’s...
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Episode 5 | Nobel Prize Tiaras
This week, Saad Salman (Editor of The Royal Watcher) and Sam Gillespie (Editor of The Beau Monde) were joined by repeat guest Jakob to discuss the Tiaras and Outfits of this year’s Nobel Prize Ceremony and the King’s Dinner for Nobel Laureates. Jakob is @Jakreg76 on Twitter! You can find us on...
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Diplomatic Reception at Buckingham Palace
This week, Saad Salman (Founder and Editor of The Royal Watcher) and Sam Gillespie (Editor of The Beau Monde) were joined by Allie (of The Royalty Nerd) to discuss the Tiaras and Outfits of this year’s Diplomatic Reception at Buckingham Palace. Allie is The Royalty Nerd on TikTok, Twitter, and on...
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Episode 3 | State Banquet Tiaras
In the newest episode of The Royal Watcher Podcast, Saad Salman (Founder and Editor of The Royal Watcher) and Sam Gillespie (Editor of The Beau Monde) discuss all the Royal Tiaras worn last week, for the Netherland-America Foundation Ball, the South African State Visit to Britain, the Guildhall...
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Episode 2 | Royal Jewels in Season 5 of The Crown
Welcome back to Episode 2 of The Royal Watcher Podcast. This week, Saad Salman (Founder and Editor of The Royal Watcher) and Sam Gillespie (Editor of The Beau Monde) discuss the latest season the hit Netflix series The Crown, focusing on the many bejewelled replicas featured and how accurate the...
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Episode 1 | Welcome Back
After a gap of two years, The Royal Watcher Podcast is back again and better than ever. This time I’m joined by our new co-host Sam Gillespie (Editor of The Beau Monde), and in our first episode of this new season, we discuss the Death of Queen Elizabeth II (including my visit to Buckingham…
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Episode 10 | Discussing The Crown
This episode, I'm joined by my longtime friend Tyler Reagan as we discuss the Season 4 of Netflix's The Crown and also talk about how the themes portrayed in the show reflect real-life events in the Royal Family. Tyler is not a Royal Watcher, but we've had many lively discussions about the Royal...
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Episode 8 | Romanian Royal Special
This episode, I'm joined by a special guest Andrei (@robertsandrei), as we discussed the unique role the Romanian Royal Family has created for themselves in a Republic, the immense respect and admiration for the late King Micheal (who was born on this day 99 years ago), and what may happen in the...
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Episode 7 | Royal Roundup of Summer 2020
This episode, I'm joined by frequent contributor Gabriel Aquino (@g_aquino1) on a special Royal Roundup of Summer 2020, in which we discuss King Juan Carlos' self-imposed exile, Princess Anne's 70th Birthday, and the latest activities (and our views) on the Duke and Duchess of Sussex among a...
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Episode 6 | Princess Beatrice Wedding Special
This episode, I'm joined again by my longtime royal watching friend Jakob as we discuss everything about Princess Beatrice's Wedding, from the Dress, to the Tiara, and the Royal Guests that could have been, so listen to our very special chat! You can find me on social media as ‘The Royal Watcher’...
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Episode 5 | May 2020 Royal Roundup with Colin
This episode, I'm joined by Colin Walsh of @worldofmonarchy, as we discuss the royal events of May 2020, including the Royal Baby in Luxembourg and the VE Day 75th Anniversary, and also talk about some past, cancelled, and future royal occasions! You can find me on social media as ‘The Royal...
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Episode 4 | Motivation and Mental Health with The Danial Teaches Experience
This episode, I'm joined by my wonderful friend Danial Mirsajedin of the 'Danial Teaches Experience' who talks about Motivation and Mental Health during the current pandemic and how you can stay positive and inspired during this crisis. Go check out my interview on his Podcast and Youtube…
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Episode 3 | Queen Margrethe Birthday Special with Kaspar and Gabriel
This week, I am joined by Kaspar (@kallespalace) and frequent contributor Gabriel Aquino (@g_aquino1) on The Royal Watcher Podcast to discuss all the modified events around Queen Margrethe’s 80th Birthday along with a really fun conversation about Royal Orders and Jewels. You can find me on…
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Join Saad Salman (Founder and Editor of The Royal Watcher and Sam Gillespie (Editor of The Beau Monde) in the new Royal Watcher Podcast where we discuss our shared love of Royalty, including current, past and future royal events, royal jewels, fashion and all other royal related topics! #RoyalWatcherPodcast
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