The Royalist

On this week’s episode of The Royalist, Tom dives deep into the latest royal controversies — from King Charles’ apparent push to rehabilitate the York family to Prince Harry’s awkward attempt to join the celebrations for David Attenborough’s 100th birthday. Tom breaks down why Princess Eugenie’s pregnancy announcement has sparked fresh backlash, questions whether the monarchy is repeating the same mistakes with Prince Andrew’s family, and delivers a brutal Royal Roast aimed squarely at Harry’s latest “word salad” tribute. Later, Newsnation’s entertainment and royal expert, Paula Froelich (@paulafroelich, https://thescoopwithpaulafroelich.substack.com/) joins for Tea with Tom to unpack the growing sponsorship crisis surrounding the Invictus Games, Meghan and Harry’s ongoing brand problems, and the palace’s reported attempts to reconcile Harry and Prince William. Then, in a jaw-dropping Royal Insider interview, investigative author Andrew Lownie returns to discuss explosive new revelations from the updated edition of his Prince Andrew book — including allegations involving intelligence networks, Epstein’s global connections, royal finances, and the growing pressure surrounding Andrew’s legal troubles. It’s a packed episode full of royal drama, scandal, insider reporting, and sharp analysis you won’t want to miss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dive into a jam-packed episode of The Royalist, hosted by Tom Sykes, as he unpacks the latest drama, strategy, and controversy surrounding the British royal family. From Princess Charlotte’s carefully curated birthday portrait—and what it reveals about Prince William and Kate Middleton’s evolving PR playbook—to a deep-dive with NewsNation's Paula Froelich (Substack: Paula Froelich: Uncensored, YouTube: @PaulaFroelich) into the troubling finances and mounting questions surrounding Prince Harry’s Invictus Games, no topic is off-limits. Tom also delivers a fiery “Royal Roast,” taking aim at Prince William over transparency concerns tied to his reported multimillion-dollar tax payments. Then, joined by Daily Mail showbiz reporter Alison Boshoff, the episode explores Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s struggles in Hollywood, from failed brand deals to growing tensions with major industry power players. Sharp, revealing, and packed with insider insight, this episode pulls back the curtain on the modern monarchy like never before. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

King Charles heads to America for a historic and highly controversial state visit with Donald Trump—and the timing could not be more explosive. Guest host Hugh Dougherty breaks down the political tension, security fears, and royal stakes surrounding the trip before Tom Sykes sits down with acclaimed royal author Robert Hardman. Hardman reveals what Trump privately said about Queen Elizabeth, why he believes Trump deeply respects the monarchy, and how Prince Andrew’s stunning downfall became one of the greatest royal humiliations in modern history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Royalist reveals astonishing accounts from Meghan Markle's former staff of the reality of working with the Duchess of Sussex. Tom Sykes has all the details on his revelations from the people who know what life is like being at the beck and call of Meghan, who was caught on camera glaring at a staffer during her tour of Australia. He’s joined by Vanity Fair’s Katie Nicholl to reveal the remarkable story of Queen Elizabeth II’s closest confidante, Angela Kelly, and closes with “Tea with Tom” alongside NewsNation's Paula Froelich (Substack: Paula Froelich: Uncensored, YouTube: @PaulaFroelich) to unpack Meghan’s latest ventures, royal tensions, and Sarah Ferguson’s headline-making return.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of The Royalist, Tom Sykes dives into the latest royal drama as Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s Australia tour spirals into controversy, with insider commentary from NewsNation's Paula Froelich (Substack: https://thescoopwithpaulafroelich.sub..., Youtube:    / @paulafroelich  ) unpacking the backlash and behind-the-scenes chaos. Royal biographer Hugo Vickers offers a rare, intimate look at Queen Elizabeth II—sharing personal memories, her sharp wit, and the emotional toll of Megxit. Plus, Plum Sykes (Substack: plumsykes.substack.com) takes listeners inside a stunning new exhibition celebrating the Queen’s iconic style, revealing how fashion helped shape her enduring legacy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of The Royalist, host Tom Sykes is joined by fashion expert Plum Sykes (Substack: plumsykes.substack.com), NewsNation's Paula Froelich (Substack: https://thescoopwithpaulafroelich.sub..., Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@PaulaFroelich), and royal biographer Robert Jobson for a wide-ranging and deeply revealing look inside the modern monarchy. From the carefully orchestrated Easter Sunday appearance—where Princess Catherine, Princess Charlotte, and the royal family projected unity through fashion and tradition—to behind-the-scenes drama involving Prince Andrew, Prince Edward, and the ongoing questions of who’s “in” and “out,” the episode blends sharp commentary with insider detail. The conversation then turns more serious, unpacking tensions surrounding Prince Harry, King Charles, and Prince William, as well as explosive new revelations about palace intrigue, scandals, and the future of the monarchy. Equal parts witty, gossipy, and incisive, this episode offers a compelling snapshot of a royal family navigating public pressure, private conflict, and a rapidly changing era. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on The Royalist, Tom Sykes dives headfirst into the chaos, and it’s one of those episodes where every segment somehow tops the last. Plum Sykes breaks down the unexpectedly chic reinvention of Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie (and just how much it’s costing), while NewsNation's Paula Froelich (@pfro, YouTube: @PaulaFroelich) unpacks the eyebrow-raising decision for King Charles III to head to the U.S. amid growing tensions involving Donald Trump. Then it all builds to a must-hear “Royal Roast” with Matt Donnelly, who pulls back the curtain on Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s rocky Netflix era of big ambitions, bigger egos, and a behind-the-scenes scramble that’s raising serious eyebrows across Hollywood.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dive into royal chaos as Tom Sykes breaks down a week of jaw-dropping headlines—from iconic fashion throwbacks in “Royal Fashion with Plum Sykes” to behind-the-scenes tensions shaking royal marriages. Joined by NewsNations, Paula Froelich (@pfro, YouTube: @PaulaFroelich)‬ the episode spills insider tea on scandal, strategy, and the shifting power dynamics threatening the monarchy. Plus, a deep-dive with biographer Tom Bower reveals explosive new claims about Meghan and Harry’s unraveling empire. If you think the royal drama has peaked… think again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this debut episode of The Royalist, host Tom Sykes dives straight into the biggest royal scandals of the moment with a blockbuster interview featuring royal biographer Andrew Lownie, who explains why the fallout from Prince Andrew and Jeffrey Epstein revelations could pose an unprecedented crisis for King Charles III and the monarchy—and gives his extraordinary solution. Iconic fashion editor Plum Sykes reports after the Cheltenham Festival with behind-the-scenes royal fashion and society gossip, while NewsNation's Senior Story Editor Paula Froelich spills the latest tea on Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. Finally, Australian commentator Shauna Kay joins Tom for a fiery “Royal Roast” breaking down the backlash to Meghan and Harry’s controversial Australia plans. It’s a jam-packed first episode full of scoops, sharp commentary, and the royal drama everyone is talking about. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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