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Royally Obsessed

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Hear ye, hear ye! We're Royally Obsessed, the podcast for all things royal! Hosts Rachel Bowie and Roberta Fiorito chat about the latest news from Buckingham Palace, Kensington Palace, Montecito and beyond. From exciting guests—like Princess Diana's former private secretary Patrick Jephson, Tina Brown, Andrew Morton and more—to detailed dissections of royal fashion, it's like gabbing with your Kate Middleton-obsessed friends every week over a cocktail. New episodes air every Thursday.

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Episodes

LONDON CALLING!

And just like that, it’s the Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III this weekend. Your cohosts are off to London to experience this historic occasion firsthand, and are over-the-moon thrilled at the opportunity to do so (and to meet some of you in person while there!). But we couldn’t leave without giving you the scoop on all the royal news of the past week (a day early—yippee!), so tune in to our Corrie Preview and our final Corrie Corner™, plus the Waleses in Wales, Charlotte’s ballerina b...

May 03, 202335 minSeason 2Ep. 160

Lettergate and Tampongate + Special Guest, Filmmaker Tom Jennings

Welp, this is not the royal grab bag of news we expected to cover one week before the Coronation of King Charles III, yet here we are! This week, we discuss Meghan and Charles’s short-lived pen pal status, the NGN phone hacking news, Tom Parker Bowles and Emily Maitlis, Louis’s birthday party and so much more. We’re also joined by friend of the pod Tom Jennings, producer of Diana: In Her Own Words , to discuss his new NatGeo documentary, Charles: In His Own Words , out this weekend. Grab a Corri...

Apr 27, 20231 hrSeason 2Ep. 159

The Solo Sussex Stopover

Did you miss us?! We’re back with Coronation updates (and the end of the will they/won’t they saga—praise be!), a royal red manicure that had everyone in a tizzy, Queen Camilla’s contradictions, Corrie quiche, an exciting musical lineup and a royal concert invite. We also toast to what would’ve been the late Queen’s 97th birthday. Grab a glass of gin and Dubonnet and tune in! -- Presented by PureWow and Gallery Media Group. Follow all the royal news at purewow.com/royals . Shop Royally Obsessed ...

Apr 20, 202330 minSeason 2Ep. 158

Prince Philip Reflections + Special Guest Tessa Dunlop

This week, while we reflect on the two year anniversary of the Duke of Edinburgh's passing, we're throwing out our typical episode script and focusing on a new book, Elizabeth & Philip: A Story of Young Love, Marriage, and Monarchy , by historian and royal commentator Dr. Tessa Dunlop. Was the 73-year love story a fairytale romance...or something less ideal? And what does it tell us about the modern royals' marriages? Tune in to find out! -- Presented by PureWow and Gallery Media Group. Foll...

Apr 13, 202324 minSeason 2Ep. 157

You’re Invited to the Corrie! + Special Guest Daniela Relph

This week, we have some *major* coronation updates. Plus, we tapped BBC royal correspondent Daniela Relph for ‘Coronation 101’, where she answers all of our most burning Corrie Qs. Also in this episode: a Germany state visit wrap-up, a big history moment for Meghan (and her May plans), an Easter-themed cocktail, those AI generated images and more! -- Presented by PureWow and Gallery Media Group. Follow all the royal news at purewow.com/royals . Shop Royally Obsessed sweatshirts and totes at shop...

Apr 06, 202341 minSeason 2Ep. 156

Poland, London, Germany and Not France…Oh My!

Welcome to Around the World in 1 Week: Royal Edition. In this episode, we metaphorically traverse the globe with the royals, from Prince William’s surprise pop-in to Poland and Prince Harry in London to King Charles’s state visit to Germany (and canceled France plans). Also: royal family impersonators, a staff shakeup for the Waleses, Lady Margarita, more details about our coronation meetup, a poignant royal flash back to 2002 and SO much more. Grab a beer and tune in! -- Presented by PureWow an...

Mar 30, 202329 minSeason 2Ep. 155

March Middletoness

Gather ‘round for your weekly royal news. Up first: a very happy birthday to Princess Eugenie, and a look back at Beatrice’s COVID cancellations for royal history. We also have Colonel Catherine—at your service—for the royals’ St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, Mothering Sunday, Andrew cosplay, The Crown , Charles Spencer throwing shade, kids at the Corrie and so much more! Grab a double vodka soda with extra lime and tune in! -- Presented by PureWow and Gallery Media Group. Follow all the royal ne...

Mar 23, 202328 minSeason 2Ep. 154

For Tig and Title + Special Guest Chris Jackson, Getty Images Photographer

This week, we’re catching up on the Oscars, looking forward to St. Patrick’s Day and discussing Commonwealth ~fashun~. Also: a rumination on Prince and Princess titles, Ted Lasso (!!!), new Crown images from season 6 and a flashback to the Caribbean tour. Then we’re joined by special guest and royal photographer Chris Jackson, whose new book, Charles III: A King and His Queen , is out in April and available now for preorder. Grab a St. Patty’s Day cocktail and tune in! -- Presented by PureWow an...

Mar 16, 202349 minSeason 2Ep. 153

Big Week for Royal Redheads

Harry, Lilibet, Fergie—it’s been a banner week for royal gingers. In this episode: Rachel and Roberta’s royal night out in NYC to see the Duchess of York, Princess Lilibet’s christening news, Prince Harry and Dr. Gabor Maté in conversation, Kate in camo, an emailed Save the Date, a historic avalanche and so much more. Grab a Bemelmans martini and tune in! -- Presented by PureWow and Gallery Media Group. Follow all the royal news at purewow.com/royals . Shop Royally Obsessed sweatshirts and totes...

Mar 09, 202336 minSeason 2Ep. 152

The Princess and the Frogmore

Hear ye! Hear ye! In this week’s episode of the pod, the ladies chat about Harry and Meghan’s eviction from Frogmore (aka…Frog-less), the Waleses in Wales, Kate on the spin leaderboard and so much more. The Corrie Corner includes Camilla’s title change and coronation gown designer, concert updates and Diana’s brother weighs in. Also, Friends , Jane Austen, Colbert and coats: there’s no royal stone left unturned. Grab a ~pink Aperol spritz~ and tune in! -- Presented by PureWow and Gallery Media G...

Mar 02, 202328 minSeason 2Ep. 151

For the Love of Gloves

A royal welcome back to the podcast! This week: the Prince and Princess of Wales at the BAFTAs, a mysterious Instagram account, a King Charles-being-stubborn royal history moment, the Queen Consort fraternizing (again) with the press, hats off for *that* tux and the BEATLES ARE BACK?! And you know we always leave time for the Corrie Corner™. Grab a mimosa and tune in! -- Presented by PureWow and Gallery Media Group. Follow all the royal news at purewow.com/royals . Shop Royally Obsessed sweatshi...

Feb 23, 202328 minSeason 2Ep. 150

Consorts, Concerts, COVID & Cullinans (Say That 5 Times Fast)

Thanks for joining us for another episode of Royally Obsessed! This week in royal news: Cam has COVID for a second time, and she’s getting crowned…with controversy. There’s also the upcoming BAFTAs, a Queen Elizabeth II tribute, Charles’s feet, the BeeGees and more. Grab a Golden Mask cocktail and tune in! -- Presented by PureWow and Gallery Media Group. Follow all the royal news at purewow.com/royals . Shop Royally Obsessed sweatshirts and totes at shop.royallyobsessed.com . Follow us on Instag...

Feb 16, 202327 minSeason 2Ep. 149

Bonus: Diana’s Eagles Jacket *Almost* Didn’t Happen

Just in time for the Super Bowl, the ladies are joined by Marnie Schneider, granddaughter of Leonard Tose, ahem, the former owner of the Philadelphia Eagles who also happened to be the one to gift Princess Diana her custom Eagles jacket. She's sharing the inside scoop on how Diana came to receive the jacket, who created her custom version and why she believes the iconic style deserves a place in the hall of fame. Go Birds! -- Presented by PureWow and Gallery Media Group. Follow all the royal new...

Feb 10, 202311 minSeason 2Ep. 148

Ballbreakers & Vow Renewals + Special Guest Clive Irving

Happy Super Bowl and/or Valentine’s Day to those who celebrate! This week, the ladies are joined by Clive Irving, royal columnist for the Daily Beast , former managing editor of the Sunday Times and author of The Last Queen , to discuss what would’ve been the Queen’s 71st year on the throne (and all that’s happened since her death in September). Plus, romcom references, new hires, Scoop casting news, a very special birthday and more. Grab a Yuengling and tune in! -- Presented by PureWow and Gall...

Feb 09, 202342 minSeason 2Ep. 148

The Shape of Clay

This week, Rachel and Roberta discuss the very important royal anniversary happening next week. Also: Kate’s new early years campaign, the archbishop caught in a royal family feud, Prince Andrew’s bathtub bomb, red pantsuits, the Archewell Impact Report, Valentine’s Day plans (plus a code for 20% off a gorgeous set of blooms from Farmgirl Flowers ) and more. Grab a Spiced Mule (for the Spice Girl x coronation rumors, obviously) and tune in! -- Presented by PureWow and Gallery Media Group. Follow...

Feb 02, 202338 minSeason 2Ep. 147

100 Days ’Til Chuck Is Crowned

The “corrie” countdown begins! Also, Princess Eugenie’s happy news, and Prince Andrew’s very bad news. This week, we also have a few more Spare reflections, and TV shows to look forward to in the spring (that have nothing—or everything?!—to do with the royals). Plus, “GO BIRDS!” said Princess Diana, sort of… Grab a “Purple Lady” and tune in! -- Presented by PureWow and Gallery Media Group. Follow all the royal news at purewow.com/royals . Shop Royally Obsessed sweatshirts and totes at shop.royal...

Jan 26, 202332 minSeason 2Ep. 146

Windsors as Usual + Special Guest Omid Scobie

This week, the ladies are joined by Omid Scobie, author of Finding Freedom and his upcoming book, Endgame , to make sense of Prince Harry’s Spare, the leaks, the Sussexes’ next move, whether rumors of a royal reconciliation are true and where the monarchy goes from here. We’re also getting back to business as usual (or…is it?) for Kate, Willy and the gang, plus Suits v. the Palace, Andrew’s fall from grace and being an Anne stan. Grab a rosé spritz and tune in! -- Presented by PureWow and Galler...

Jan 19, 202349 minSeason 2Ep. 145

The Prince of Prose

Warning: Spare spoilers ahead! This week, Rachel and Roberta dive into Harry’s memoir, officially released this week, from much-needed context to its most surprising revelations. There’s also his TV interviews, some sus social media from ghostwriter J.R. Moehringer, flooding in California, silence from the royals, and Kate’s quiet 41st birthday. Plus, King Charles’s first overseas state visit, what’s next from the Sussexes and their potential appearance at the coronation. Grab a Queen Mum—approv...

Jan 12, 202345 minSeason 2Ep. 144

A Very Harry New Year

Happy New Year, RoRos! This week, the ladies recap the royals’ holiday, from the return of the church walk and the carol concert to Charles’s first Christmas message as King. We also dive into Harry’s memoir chatter, and the Sussexes’ strategy overall. Plus, an Edward and Sophie flashback, a George drawing, all the royal content and more. Grab a non-alcoholic aperitif and join us! -- Presented by PureWow and Gallery Media Group. Follow all the royal news at purewow.com/royals . Shop Royally Obse...

Jan 05, 202335 minSeason 2Ep. 143

A Royal 2022 in Review

While this year was one of the hardest for us (R.I.P. Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II), there was also a lot of JOY. Before we turn the page on 2022 and enter the next royal chapter, the ladies take a look back at the biggest moments of the last 12 months…in under 10 minutes. Until next year, GOD SAVE THE POD! -- Presented by PureWow and Gallery Media Group. Follow all the royal news at purewow.com/royals . Shop Royally Obsessed sweatshirts and totes at shop.royallyobsessed.com . Follow us on Ins...

Dec 29, 202211 minSeason 2Ep. 142

Where The Sun Don’t Shine

Happy Holidays, RoRos! This week, your cohosts discuss the downright disturbing Jeremy Clarkson debacle, the royals’ Christmas plans (and how to watch the carol concert from home!) and revisit the Netflix docuseries now that they’ve had a bit more time to process. There’s also a flashback to the media’s missteps for the Queen’s Christmas speech in 1992, a Princess Anne shoutout and more. Grab something festive and tune in! -- Presented by PureWow and Gallery Media Group. Follow all the royal new...

Dec 22, 202231 minSeason 2Ep. 141

Christmas and Conflict

This week, Rachel and Roberta discuss part two of the Sussexes’ Netflix docuseries, breaking down the final three episodes as Harry and Meghan pull no punches. There’s also the carol concert, the royals’ Christmas cards, Diana and Charles on the set of James Bond and so much more. Grab some coffee and tune in! -- Presented by PureWow and Gallery Media Group. Follow all the royal news at purewow.com/royals . Shop Royally Obsessed sweatshirts and totes at shop.royallyobsessed.com . Follow us on In...

Dec 15, 202246 minSeason 2Ep. 140

Decoding the Docuseries

This week, the ladies are breaking down everything you need to know about Netflix’s ‘Harry & Meghan’ docuseries, which they got up early to watch (hence our episode release delay). The love story, the tragedy, the fallout—whether you plan to tune in or not, you’ll want to hear our take. They’re also chatting about the Diplomatic Corps Reception, the Ripple of Hope Awards, Lady Susan Hussey, the Christmas Carol Concert and more. Grab a massive glass of something strong and tune in. -- Present...

Dec 08, 202247 minSeason 2Ep. 139

Bonus Episode: From Boston with Love

A quick download of our trip to Boston for the Prince and Princess of Wales’s royal visit, from seeing Will & Kate in person and our ‘A Toast to Earthshot’ event at Rothy’s featuring special guest Elizabeth Holmes to the Earthshot Awards green carpet and ceremony—and the Netflix trailer drop. Grab a glass of wine and tune in! Full episode coming this Thursday. -- Presented by PureWow and Gallery Media Group. Follow all the royal news at purewow.com/royals . Shop Royally Obsessed sweatshirts ...

Dec 05, 202222 minSeason 2Ep. 138

The British Are Coming!

This week, the ladies are packing their bags and headed to BOSTON! Before that, they have time to catch up on the royal news they missed, like the State Banquet, the Queen’s rumored health issues and the Sussexes’ docuseries date. We also flashback to Kate and Will’s last trip to the U.S. exactly 8 years ago, a Prince Andrew musical, Charlotte’s potential new title and more. Grab a glass of The Pale rosé and tune in! -- Presented by PureWow and Gallery Media Group. Follow all the royal news at p...

Dec 01, 202237 minSeason 2Ep. 138

*Special Thanksgiving Episode*: ‘The Crown’ Season 5

This Thanksgiving, we are so thankful for each other and all of you—our lovely, hilarious, smart and generous audience. Cheers to you! We’re also thankful for season five of The Crown , and in this special episode we break down the casting, the big questions, the moments we fact-checked and the best and worst alongside special guest Tariro Mzezewa , contributor to The New York Times , The Cut , CN Traveler , and the author of this thoughtful piece ("For the African Women Who Love Diana, ‘The Cro...

Nov 24, 202236 minSeason 2Ep. 137

Regency, Remembrance & Rothy’s + Special Guest Andrew Morton

This week on the pod, the ladies have a new intro and a whole lot of royal news to discuss. First up: our event in Boston for Earthshot (we can’t wait to meet our Boston-based listeners!), Remembrance Day proceedings and a birthday gift for Chuck in the form of his siblings getting a new title. Then we’re joined by Andrew Morton, Diana’s biographer (**and new Crown character**) about his new book, The Queen: Her Life . There’s also Britney Spears and Mariah Carey, a Crown fact check and more. Gr...

Nov 17, 202248 minSeason 2Ep. 136

We Can Already Smell the Emmys

Happy Crown Week to all who celebrate—but no spoilers to be found here! The ladies are excited to dive into season five, but there’s also other major TV news: listen in for the potential date of the Sussex docuseries (also on Netflix). The Waleses are back in full force, and we also have a special Earthshot announcement for our Boston RoRos. Plus, a look back at Charles and Diana’s visit to the U.S., an unEGGceptable walkabout and more. Grab the PFC (Peak Fall Cocktail) and tune in! -- Presented...

Nov 10, 202235 minSeason 2Ep. 135

Reality Show Royalty + Special Guest Amanda Matta

This week, the ladies are joined by queen of social media Amanda Matta, aka @matta_of_fact on TikTok and Instagram , to discuss more about Spare , Archetypes, how she got her start in royal commentary and more. They’re also discussing all your incredible royal-themed Halloween costumes, William and Kate’s return to work, Mike Tindall’s reality show realized, Princess Margaret’s sad state of affairs, mom guilt, Matthew Perry and more. Grab a massive glass of red, bundle up for fall and tune in! -...

Nov 03, 202238 minSeason 2Ep. 134

Bonus Episode: In Harry’s Spare Time

The ladies of Royally Obsessed couldn’t wait another minute to debrief about Prince Harry’s big memoir news. The title, the cover and the release date are finally here—so naturally they had to call each other up and discuss. But don’t forget, today’s regular episode has all the royal news you need to know, like ‘The Crown’ trailer, a royal pizza ad and more. You don’t wanna miss either! -- Presented by PureWow and Gallery Media Group. Follow all the royal news at purewow.com/royals. Shop Royally...

Oct 27, 20225 minSeason 2Ep. 134
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