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On Heir

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Do you get your Dukes and your Earls confused? Ever wondered if that scandalous story you heard about a royal is true? Confused about the latest royal headlines? Jessica and Grace welcome you to On Heir, the podcast where two cynical Brits discuss the latest royal news and the truth behind the stories. New episodes every Thursday at 5pm GMT
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Episodes

23) "Born to wear ball gowns"

Grace and Jessica are back, discussing what the Queen's absence from the State Opening of Parliament means for the future of the British monarchy and recapping her fiery night at the Royal Windsor Horse Show. We also review some of the latest outfits from our favourite royal fashionistas in Sweden, the UK and Spain. Follow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Grace: https://princesscatherinemiddleton.net/ and https://www.instagram.com/_kmiddy/ Foll...

May 26, 202258 minSeason 1Ep. 23

22) "Orla McStuffins Sparkle Fairydog"

Grace and Jessica discuss the Norwegian Crown Princely couple's visit to Sweden aka the big royal sleepover, catch up on the latest antics from the little royals, and explain how a balcony has caused yet another drama for the Windsors. Follow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Grace: https://princesscatherinemiddleton.net/ and https://www.instagram.com/_kmiddy/ Follow Jessica: https://duchessofostergotlands.tumblr.com/ and https://www.instagram.c...

May 12, 202258 minSeason 1Ep. 22

21) "The garlic bread to the royal family's pizza"

This week Grace and Jessica finally tackle royal social media: the good, the bad, and the incompetent. We also discuss the most orange party in the world, the Dutch King's Day, and why Prince Daniel is now Doctor Daniel! Follow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Grace: https://princesscatherinemiddleton.net/ and https://www.instagram.com/_kmiddy/ Follow Jessica: https://duchessofostergotlands.tumblr.com/ and https://www.instagram.com/howtodressli...

May 05, 202257 minSeason 1Ep. 21

20) "How to train your royal"

Now the royals have finally decided to end their holidays, Grace and Jessica bring back their usual light bites - covering the return of Princess Charlene, various Easter celebrations, and the recent bonanza of birthday photos - and analyse the different ways royal families introduce the kids to official duties. Follow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Grace: https://princesscatherinemiddleton.net/ and https://www.instagram.com/_kmiddy/ Follow J...

Apr 28, 202257 minSeason 1Ep. 20

19) "Super special secret edition"

This week we're talking about bling! As the royals have been fairly quiet lately, we bring you a special mini-episode all about our favourite tiaras. And this week Spotify listeners can view our first ever video podcast which shows you the tiaras Grace and Jessica are discussing. Follow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Grace: https://princesscatherinemiddleton.net/ and https://www.instagram.com/_kmiddy/ Follow Jessica: https://duchessofostergot...

Apr 21, 202218 min

18) "A real life soap opera"

Harry and William, Felipe and Cristina, Charles and Andrew: are royal siblings doomed to have a tense relationship or is it all just clickbait? Grace and Jessica explore the reality behind the age old tension between the "heir and the spare" and discuss how a long sibling rivalry has had dramatic consequences for the royal family of Jordan this month. Follow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Grace: https://princesscatherinemiddleton.net/ and htt...

Apr 14, 202257 min

17) "Crying in a McDonalds"

Grace and Jessica explore the dark side of royal life through the stories of three women: Princess Haya, Sheikha Shamsa and Sheikha Latifa, all of whom have allegedly been abused by the powerful ruler of Dubai. We also review the memorial service for Prince Philip, including Prince Andrew's starring role. Follow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Grace: https://princesscatherinemiddleton.net/ and https://www.instagram.com/_kmiddy/ Follow Jessica:...

Apr 07, 202258 minSeason 1Ep. 17

16) "We're going to need to rebrand"

It's the tour that everyone's been talking about! In this special episode, Grace and Jessica take on the Cambridges' trip to the Caribbean. We discuss the colonialism accusations and review the highlights and low points of the tour. Follow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Grace: https://princesscatherinemiddleton.net/ and https://www.instagram.com/_kmiddy/ Follow Jessica: https://duchessofostergotlands.tumblr.com/ and https://www.instagram.com/...

Mar 31, 202258 minSeason 1Ep. 16

15) "The birth of Tour Kate"

To mark Kate and William's Caribbean visit, we take you through our Top 5 Cambridge tours ever: which one will come out on top? We also discuss some of the latest royal headlines, from the revelations in Princess Aiko of Japan's birthday press conference to the Belgian Royal Family's groundbreaking response to the Ukrainian crisis. Follow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Grace: https://princesscatherinemiddleton.net/ and https://www.instagram.c...

Mar 24, 202259 minSeason 1Ep. 15

14) "We're gonna name names"

Do royals pay rent? Why does the public fund renovations for some homes and not others? Your two favourite cynical Brits answer these questions and more as we explain everything you need to know about royal homes! We also catch up on the royal responses to Ukraine and share our unfiltered views on Prince William's controversial comments about the situation... Follow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Grace: https://princesscatherinemiddleton.net/...

Mar 17, 202258 minSeason 1Ep. 14

13) "I told Daddy no"

Another legal scandal involving the Queen's son has hit the royal family - and this time it's not about Andrew! Grace and Jessica take you through the police investigation into Prince Charles's charity. We also take a look at the ways royals have responded to the ongoing crisis in Ukraine, and review the recent birthday photos of Sweden's young royals. Follow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Grace: https://princesscatherinemiddleton.net/ and ht...

Mar 10, 202258 minSeason 1Ep. 13

12) "17 bags of Haribo"

Your two favourite cynical Brits are back and this week we're sharing our honest thoughts on The Duchess of Cambridge's visit to Denmark and busting some myths about Prince Andrew's settlement. In the wake of the Swedish Court's surprising statement about Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel's marriage, we also explore how royals should respond to scandals. Is it better to speak up or stay quiet? Follow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Gra...

Mar 03, 202255 minSeason 1Ep. 12

11) "These dangerous women"

How do royal families decide who gets to be the next monarch? Which surprising countries still favour boys over girls? We answer all these questions and more as we focus on the line of succession in this week's episode. We also discuss the ups and downs of Prince William's visit to the UAE, and talk through some of the recent headlines from around the world. Follow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Grace: https://princesscatherinemiddleton.net/ ...

Feb 17, 202258 minSeason 1Ep. 11

10) "The Queen's attempt to derail this podcast"

This week we discuss the never ending 50th birthday celebrations of Denmark's Crown Princess Mary, explore the latest royal headlines from around the world, and share our views on the Queen's shocking announcement about Camilla's future title. Follow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Grace: https://princesscatherinemiddleton.net/ and https://www.instagram.com/_kmiddy/ Follow Jessica: https://duchessofostergotlands.tumblr.com/ and https://www.ins...

Feb 10, 202255 minSeason 1Ep. 10

9) "Is Kate going to have to pretend she loves golf?"

This week we discuss the 18th birthday celebrations of Norway's Princess Ingrid Alexandra and, with the news that Harry and Meghan's patronages may finally be reallocated, we share our thoughts on who should get what and pitch how we'd reform the patronage system (if the Palace is listening...). Follow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Grace: https://princesscatherinemiddleton.net/ and https://www.instagram.com/_kmiddy/ Follow Jessica: https://d...

Feb 03, 202255 minSeason 1Ep. 10

8) "Our infamous Prince Andrew episode"

Your two favourite cynical Brits take on Pizza Express aficionado Prince Andrew's recent scandals. We answer our listeners' burning questions on everything from the ins and outs of the court case to the royal family's response, and explore what the future might hold for Andrew and the royals. Follow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Grace: https://princesscatherinemiddleton.net/ and https://www.instagram.com/_kmiddy/ Follow Jessica: https://duch...

Jan 27, 202254 minSeason 1Ep. 8

7) “They inspire a terrified respect in me”

Grace and Jessica talk chivalry - not the King Arthur kind - as they delve into the Honours system, give you the lowdown on Jubilees, and explore the life of Denmark’s chain smoking, art loving Queen Margrethe. Follow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Grace: https://princesscatherinemiddleton.net/ and https://www.instagram.com/_kmiddy/ Follow Jessica: https://duchessofostergotlands.tumblr.com/ and https://www.instagram.com/howtodresslikeaprinces...

Jan 20, 202254 minSeason 1Ep. 7

6) "Everybody loves a pocket dress"

Co-Hosts Grace and Jessica return and in this first episode we are looking back at 2021! Join us to find out who wore a wardrobe worth over $116,000 last year and which royal's work rate in 2021 most surprised us. We also share our thoughts on The Duchess of Cambridge's 40th birthday photoshoot. Follow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Grace: https://princesscatherinemiddleton.net/ and https://www.instagram.com/_kmiddy/ Follow Jessica: https://d...

Jan 13, 202258 minSeason 1Ep. 6

5) “I’d love to see the Pope in a tiara”

As the festive season is upon us, Grace and Jessica look at the relationship between royals and religion - and explore the last headlines and scandals of the year. Follow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Grace: https://princesscatherinemiddleton.net/ and https://www.instagram.com/_kmiddy/ Follow Jessica: https://duchessofostergotlands.tumblr.com/ and https://www.instagram.com/howtodresslikeaprincess/

Dec 22, 202153 minSeason 1Ep. 5

4) "We fell in love over an oil spill"

As the royals start to slow down for the festive period, Grace and Jessica take a deep dive in to the many, many, many scandals of the Spanish royal family and talk through some of the latest events from the British and Swedish royal families. Follow the Podcast: https://onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Grace: https://princesscatherinemiddleton.net/ and https://www.instagram.com/_kmiddy/ Follow Jessica: https://duchessofostergotlands.tumblr.com/ and https:/...

Dec 16, 202156 minSeason 1Ep. 4

3) "We want Christmas back, let's have a monarchy"

In their latest episode, co-hosts Grace and Jessica explore Barbados's decision to ditch the Queen, mispronounce the names of half of Europe's royals, and discuss the future of the Japanese Imperial Family following Princess Aiko's 20th birthday. Follow the Podcast: https://onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Grace: https://princesscatherinemiddleton.net/ and https://www.instagram.com/_kmiddy/ Follow Jessica: https://duchessofostergotlands.tumblr.com/ and http...

Dec 09, 202157 minSeason 1Ep. 3

2) “A battle between the two blandest institutions in the country”

Co-hosts Grace and Jessica tackle the unfolding war between the British royal family and the BBC and, following the recent State Visit from Spain to Sweden, ask: what is the point of a State Visit? They also take a quick tour around some of the recent royal headlines from around the world. Follow the Podcast: https://onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Grace: https://princesscatherinemiddleton.net/ and https://www.instagram.com/_kmiddy/ Follow Jessica: https:/...

Dec 02, 202157 minSeason 1Ep. 2

1) "A bad cherry on top of a bad cake"

WE KNOW THE AUDIO QUALITY IS POOR - WE DIDN’T KNOW WHAT WE WERE DOING. IT GETS BETTER IN FUTURE EPISODES! In the first episode of their brand new podcast co-hosts Grace and Jessica look at the recent health crises of Queen Elizabeth II and Monaco's Princess Charlene, asking how much the public are entitled to know about the private lives of the royals. They also take a quick tour around some of the recent headlines. Follow the Podcast: https://onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ Follow Grace: https://prin...

Nov 24, 202157 minSeason 1Ep. 1
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