It’s been a worrying week with further concerns over the Queen’s health, so royal editor Russell Myers updates host Zoe Forsey on everything we know so far. While the Monarch is missing COP26, we look ahead to next week’s event and what we can expect from Prince Charles, Camilla and the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. And for the first time in far, far too long, we’re very excited to say we have some royal tour news and we discuss the Cambridges' very fancy start to their half-term holiday. We al...
Oct 28, 2021•45 min
We begin this week’s episode by discussing the Queen’s decision to cancel her trip to Northern Ireland on medical advice, with royal editor Russell Myers sharing the latest updates from the Palace with host Zoe Forsey. We also chatt about Prince William’s brilliant Earthshot Prize Ceremony, focusing on the inspiring winners, sustainable fashion (including the Duke’s green velvet blazer and 20-year-old trousers) and Kate’s speech. There is also a controversial comment from the Queen and her decis...
Oct 21, 2021•49 min
It’s been a busy week for the royals, so lots for host Zoe Forsey and royal editor Russell Myers to discuss. The Queen returned to Buckingham Palace for her first major engagement since the beginning of the pandemic, writing a secret message that will travel around the world. She stayed in London to attend a service at Westminster Abbey, where she was spotted using a walking stick. Meanwhile, Prince Charles chatted to the BBC and Princess Eugenie and husband Jack marked their third wedding anniv...
Oct 14, 2021•42 min
This week, the Mirror’s royal editor joins host Zoe Forsey to talk about the Queen and Prince Charles’s day out, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge’s trip to Northern Ireland (complete with giant spider and a snake) and Sophie Wessex’s powerful words on the menopause. There is also an update on Prince Andrew and we learn the sweet meaning behind the name Princess Beatrice picked for her baby girl. Sarah Bradbury shares her thoughts on Kate’s bright purple suit, or as Russell calls it, her Quality...
Oct 07, 2021•50 min
The Duchess of Cambridge has wowed at two very different events in two very different outfits this week. Kate brought full red carpet glamour to the James Bond premiere at the Royal Albert Hall - days after sporting a mini tennis outfit as she hit the court with Emma Raducanu and Britain’s other US Open champions. Meanwhile, on the other side of the Atlantic, Meghan and Harry embarked on a New York visit with plenty of echoes of a royal tour. Pod Save the Queen host Ann Gripper is joined by Dail...
Sep 30, 2021•50 min
Prince Philip would have been 100 in June, and preparations were already well under way for his birthday celebrations before he passed away in April. That included a documentary reflecting on his life, which has been updated as a tribute to his life - with contributions from his children and grandchildren. Pod Save the Queen host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers, who shares his highlights. They also discuss the latest announcements about the Queen’s Platinum Jubil...
Sep 23, 2021•43 min
Sarah Ferguson has written a romantic novel Her Heart For A Compass - but what was it like working with the Duchess of York?Zoe Forsey talked to co-author Marguerite Kaye about it all.And Zoe also joins Pod Save the Queen host Ann Gripper, along with Mirror fashionista Sarah Bradbury to look back on two royal(esque) weddings as Princess Alexandra’s granddaughter and Kate’s brother James Middleton got married (not to each other!) and the royals’ enjoyment of Emma Raducanu’s stunning US Open win.M...
Sep 16, 2021•40 min
The Queen may be 95, but talking about plans for her death is just not the done thing. But a leak inquiry is now being considered after a political website published details of what will happen when that day sadly comes - and in the days that follow. Pod Save the Queen host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss why it has caused such a stir. They also catch up on the latest on Prince Andrew, questions for Prince Charles over honours and whether Meghan and Ha...
Sep 09, 2021•39 min
Virginia Giuffre has filed a civil case against Prince Andrew - and the clock is now running to get the papers served. She accuses the Duke of York of assaulting her in New York, London and the Caribbean. Andrew has always denied any wrongdoing.Pod Save the Queen host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to talk about the case and where it goes next - and catch up on the details of the royal summer. They also discuss Meghan’s 40th birthday initiative, the Cambridges’ ...
Sep 02, 2021•48 min
This week we’re joined in the virtual Pod Save the Queen Studio by the incredibly talented co-creator and cast of a new stage show about all our favourite royals - The Windsors: Endgame. Co-creator Bert Tyler-Moore talks about writing the characters of Prince Charles, the Duchess of Cambridge and Meghan Markle, while the show’s stars - Tom Durrant Pritchard, Tracy Ann Oberman and Harry Enfield give a bit of an insight into the West End newcomer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone....
Aug 26, 2021•44 min
In recent months, Sophie, Countess of Wessex, has stepped further into the royal spotlight to fill the gap left by other members of The Firm. As well as her incredible style, we’ve loved learning more about her important charity work so invited Monica Smith and Olivia Curno into the (virtual) Pod Save the Queen recording studio for this week’s show. They chat to Mirror Online's features editor, Zoe Forsey, about The Vision Foundation, which Sophie is Patron of. The sight loss charity does vital ...
Aug 19, 2021•28 min
Princess Diana’s wedding dress is on display at Kensington Palace - and Pod Save the Queen can take you on a guided tour. The Royal Style in the Making exhibition explores the relationship between the designer and its royal wearer through different characters and eras, with Diana’s wedding gown appearing alongside a design for the Queen Mother’s coronation gown and work undertaken for the Queen - as well as giving us a glimpse of the designers’ workings. Pod Save the Queen host Ann Gripper reuni...
Aug 12, 2021•1 hr 22 min
Westminster Abbey is the scene for many grand royal occasions - from coronations to weddings and funerals. In the year of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge’s 10th wedding anniversary, the Abbey is offering tours which take visitors through their wedding day journey. Pod Save the Queen host Ann Gripper and Mirror online features editor Zoe Forsey were welcomed to the Abbey by Duncan Jeffery, who oversaw all the media arrangements on William and Kate’s wedding day. They explore the Abbey’s ancient...
Aug 05, 2021•55 min
As the royal family head off on their summer break, it is an opportunity to take stock of a turbulent year so far. Pod Save the Queen host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss the royal week, from a new cartoon whose portrayal of the royal children has caused a stir to Sarah Ferguson’s high drama fashion shoot and interview. And Mirror fashionista Sarah Bradbury joins to discuss the dazzling Dolce & Gabbana dresses worn by Kitty Spencer for her Italian wedd...
Jul 30, 2021•54 min
The Duke of Sussex has confirmed he is writing a memoir - focused not on ‘the prince he was born but the man he has become’. The announcement puts further strain on his relationship with his family given his criticisms in interviews so far. Pod Save the Queen host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor to discuss the prospect of Harry’s book. They also talk about the doubts raised over whether the title of Duke of Edinburgh will pass to Prince Edward as expected, Prince William’s ren...
Jul 22, 2021•1 hr 4 min
Scotland and Wales have had a number of recent royal visits - and it is not all down to other travel options being limited by the pandemic. But how are the royal family seen across the Welsh and Scottish borders? In the week Prince William, Kate and George cheered England’s football team on in the Euro 2020 semi-final, Pod Save the Queen host Ann Gripper is joined by Welsh and Scottish based colleagues to reflect on the royals’ relationship with their nations. The Daily Record’s Bev Lyons provid...
Jul 15, 2021•1 hr
The Queen marked the 73rd anniversary of the founding of the NHS by awarding the organisation the George Cross. Prince William joined a thanksgiving service and hosted a tea party - but Kate missed the celebrations after being sent to Covid jail. Charles and Camilla also shared their thank yous to the NHS ahead of their visit to Wales. Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to reflect on the Queen’s very special recognition of the health service....
Jul 08, 2021•35 min
Princes William and Harry came together on what would have been their mother’s 60th birthday to unveil a statue honouring her memory. The giant likeness of Princess Diana with three children has been installed in Kensington Palace’s sunken garden, with the brothers in the spotlight just as much as the statue given the strain on their relationship in recent months.Pod Save the Queen host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss the event. They also discuss the S...
Jul 02, 2021•59 min
The Duchess of Cambridge has formalised her commitment to early years development with the launch of The Royal Foundation Centre for Early Childhood.Pod Save the Queen host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss the significance of the landmark project. They also talk the Queen’s return to Royal Ascot, birthday and Father’s Day celebrations, the Duchess of Cambridge’s visit to the Natural History Museum’s Urban Nature Project and the latest on Meghan and Harr...
Jun 24, 2021•46 min
Key royals deployed to Cornwall last week as they joined world leaders at the G7 summit. The Queen, Charles, Camilla, William and Kate joined forces for some soft diplomacy, important issues and plenty of laughs which were the talk of the event. Pod Save the Queen host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers and deputy political editor Ben Glaze, who was in Cornwall for the summit. They discuss how the royals can wow the biggest names on the world stage, the fallout from...
Jun 17, 2021•57 min
Meghan and Harry have announced the arrival of their baby daughter - and her very special name, which has already caused much debate. She will be known as Lili, but is named for the Queen’s nickname and Harry’s mum Diana, Princess of Wales. Pod Save the Queen host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss reaction to the name (including sharing plenty of listener reactions) and what the Queen knew. They also reflect on what would have been Prince Philip’s 100th ...
Jun 10, 2021•52 min
The Queen is set for a record-breaking milestone in 2022 as the first sovereign to celebrate 70 years on the throne - and the initial plans for the UK and Commonwealth celebrations have now been shared. Pod Save the Queen host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to get excited about an extra day off, talk through the plans and compare it to past jubilee celebrations. They also look back on the Duke and Duchess of Cambridges’ action-packed visit to Scotland, their vac...
Jun 03, 2021•58 min
Princess Diana asked her voice coach not to publish a book about her until both William and Harry were married.The Princess – who died in 1997 when her sons were 15 and 12 – told Stewart Pearce to wait "until after the boys are married".Pearce, the author of Diana The Voice of Change, revealed: "Diana said to me shortly before she died, 'Wouldn’t it be amazing if all of the work that we’ve done together became a book, but if you do, please don’t publish it until after the boys are married.'"Life...
May 27, 2021•35 min
When Meghan and Harry married in Windsor in 2018, few could have anticipated the path their lives have taken. Whatever those changes, mental health remains a key mission for the Sussexes - and for William and Kate.Pod Save the Queen host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss the latest royal news, while Mirror columnist Darren Lewis gives his perspective on an extraordinary three years for the Sussexes.From the joyful baby news shared by Princess Beatrice an...
May 20, 2021•1 hr 41 min
The Queen attending Parliament to give her speech was a step towards some kind of normality - even if it was a stripped back ceremony. Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss a busy week of royal engagements, from Charles and Camilla accompanying Her Majesty to Meghan’s VaxLive video and Harry’s podcast appearance. They also talk about the Cambridges’ social media switches, the latest phase of Kate’s Hold Still project and celebrating A...
May 13, 2021•45 min
Kate's photos to mark the birthdays of her children have become a royal fixture. But the picture of Princess Charlotte as she turned six was not shared on the Kensington Palace account as Prince William joined football in a temporary social media boycott.Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to talk Charlotte's birthday, the social media suspension - and the arrival of the Cambridges on YouTube. They also discuss William and Kate's latest engage...
May 06, 2021•49 min
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have celebrated their 10th wedding anniversary with portrait photos and a family video with George, Charlotte and Louis.Pod Save the Queen host Ann Gripper talks with Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers about their marking of the occasion and how 10 years of married (and royal) life have treated them, and Mirror royal photographer Ian Vogler shares his recollections of the big day.Kate has carved out a clear role for herself in the royal family, and Mirror O...
Apr 29, 2021•1 hr 17 min
The sun shone at Windsor as the royal family united to grieve the death of Prince Philip. The funeral procession and service designed by the Duke of Edinburgh was a grand display - but also an opportunity for the 30 mourners able to attend to say their goodbyes. And the conversation between Princes William and Harry as they made their way back to Windsor Castle raised hopes for the beginning of a reconciliation. Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell M...
Apr 20, 2021•59 min
The Duke of Edinburgh passed away peacefully at Windsor Castle at the age of 99 on Friday - leaving a huge void for the Queen. Their bond over 73 years of marriage, and his presence as her “strength and stay” have been a huge part of the Queen’s reign. And the whole royal family will feel the absence of a unique character who was head of the family, just as the Queen is head of The Firm.Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers and the Mirror’s onli...
Apr 13, 2021•1 hr 7 min
Prince Charles and the Queen were reunited in the garden of Frogmore House in photos released by the palace at Easter.And on the west coast of California, Prince Harry was pictured playing with his dog on the beach. Pod Save The Queen host Ann Gripper is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers to discuss the stories behind the pictures, and a poll that highlights differing attitudes to whether Charles, William or even Harry should succeed the Queen. They also talk about the latest roya...
Apr 08, 2021•1 hr 7 min
