The Royal Beat

The Royal Beat panel discuss new details revealed about King Charles' coronation, and how he's navigating difficult political waters.

The Royal Beat discusses the challenges that face the new King as his reign begins. We also look at whether the new Netflix series threatens to destabilize the firm, and why Harry is trying to make last minute changes to his memoirs. Plus, we cover the new Prince and Princess of Wales as they pay their first visit to Wales!

The Royal Beat looks back over the extraordinary state funeral of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. This episode covers the pomp and ceremony, the tradition and the emotion, and the controversies emerging as the dust settles. Plus we look at whether relations between Harry and William have thawed after two weeks in each other's company, and we discuss how King Charles III, and the Prince and Pr...

This special episode covers the days leading up to the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth, the public reaction to her coffin as it has journeyed down to London from Balmoral, the new King's first address, and the other royal family members who have stepped into new roles, leading the country and the world through grief. Kate Thornton is joined in the studio by Newsweek's chief royal correspo...

On this week's episode we discuss Meghan's explosive new interview to mark the launch of her new podcast, Archewell, and the series' revealing first two episodes! Plus, one of the Queen's oldest personal roles is changing for the first time in her reign, how William and Harry marked 25 years since the death of their beloved mother, Princess Diana, and Prince Charles's new job!

On this episode we discuss the latest news that Harry & Meghan will be returning to the UK in September, the first visit since their appearance at the Queen’s Jubilee back in June. We discuss the upcoming 25 anniversary of the death of Diana, Princess of Wales and the new documentary series that aims to lay to rest many of the conspiracy theories that continue to obscure the truth of what happ...

On this episode we uncover the reasons why the Windsors love their Balmoral break so much. And, as Prince George celebrates his ninth birthday, how are William and Kate navigating a new stage in his life as fourth in line to the throne? Plus, Harry celebrates a victory in his long running court battle to secure UK police protection, and Prince Charles's Charitable Foundation is hit with more ...

07/22/2022 An explosive book about Harry and Meghan hits the shelves, the Cambridges attract criticism over their travel choices and a new film about Andrew will make uncomfortable viewing for the Firm. On this week's episode, Kate is joined by The Mirror's Royal Editor Russell Myers, Royal Editor of The Sunday Times Roya Nikkhah, and Emily Nash, Royal Editor of Hello!

07/08/2022 As the Royal Household releases their annual finance report, The Royal Beat discusses which royals spent what, when, and why. Plus, have conclusions about how bullying allegations against the Duchess of Sussex were handled been covered up? And, as Prince William and Prince Harry mark their mother's birthday separately, we look at how each of Diana's sons has continued her legacy.

As William celebrates his 40th birthday, we discuss the prince, heir & father he has become. Plus, are Prince Charles and the Cambridges pushing the boundaries of political neutrality? And has Prince Andrew finally come around to the idea that his life in the public eye is over for good? We discuss all this and more with The Queen's former press secretary Dickie Arbiter, Majesty Magazine's In...

On this episode of The Royal Beat, we look back at the highlights from the Platinum Jubilee weekend, and forward to the next era of the reign. Kate is joined by Vanity Fair's Katie Nicholl, royal biographer Hugo Vickers, and Duncan Larcombe, former royal editor of The Sun.

The Royal Beat celebrates The Platinum Jubilee! We discuss plans for four days of festivities across the UK, and look back at Her Majesty's glorious seventy years on the throne. This week, Kate Thornton is joined by The Sun's former royal editor, Duncan Larcombe, the Press Association's royal correspondent Alan jones, and royal historian, Tessa Dunlop.

Prince Charles steps into the role of monarch at the State Opening of Parliament, as health issues force the Queen to pull out. We hear what this means for her attendance at the Jubilee celebrations, and discuss which royals have and have not made the guest list for the iconic Buckingham Palace balcony appearance. Plus, Hugo Vickers, co-author of the Duke of Kent's new memoirs, discusses why o...

04/29/2022 Robert Jobson, royal journalist and author of a new book Prince William At 40, reveals all about the Duke of Cambridge as he approaches a new decade; the experiences that have shaped him, his temperament, and his growing sense of destiny. The panel also discusses Harry's equally strong sense of purpose, and the very different path he's taken. As well as Robert, this week Kate is...

04/15/2022 As the Queen pulls out of the Maundy Thursday service, one of the 'most rewarding' annual dates in her calendar, we look back at a royal Easter tradition dating back to the Middle Ages. Our guests also discuss how Princess Anne managed a smoother Jubilee tour than her nephew, Prince William. This week Kate is joined by Daily Mirror royal editor Russell Myers, royal journalist and h...

This week's show looks back at Prince Philip's life, as his family lead a memorial service commemorating legacy, and forward to challenges ahead for William and Kate following their controversial Caribbean tour. Kate is joined by Vanity Fair's Katie Nicholl, journalist and biographer Robert Jobson, and former royal editor of The Sun, Duncan Larcombe.

This week we discuss the importance of the Commonwealth to the Queen & vice versa. Plus, the spotlight's on Sophie and Edward; can they rise to the occasion? And what happened when Camilla met the actress who plays her in The Crown? Kate is joined by Russell Myers, royal editor of the Daily Mirror, Hello's royal editor Emily Nash, and Alan Jones, royal correspondent for the national press a...

04/03/2022 - As the Queen recovers from covid, the spotlight falls on the Duchesses of Cornwall and Cambridge. Our panel discusses how they have risen to the moment, whether Camilla can ever shake off the ghost of Princess Diana, and whether we can expect baby Cambridge number four. This week we are joined by royal journalist and biographer Robert Jobson, former royal editor of the Sun Duncan...

02/18/2022 -Shock news on the Prince Andrew case, plus the panel discusses the Queen's Jubilee wish for Camilla to take the title Queen Consort.

02/04/2022 - Marking the 70th Anniversary of accession day, The Royal Beat discusses the reign and death of King George VI. The show also reveals how the Queen usually commemorates the occasion, and why this year will be a little different. Host Kate Thornton is joined by journalist and broadcaster Wesley Kerr, editor in chief of Majesty Magazine, Ingrid Seward, and historian Tessa Dunlop.

01/21/2022 - The Royal Beat takes a deep dive into Prince Andrew's fall from grace. We discuss how his legal position has gone from bad to worse, and look at the royal family's decision to publicly distance themselves. Show regulars Russell Myers (Mirror royal editor) & Roya Nikkhah (Sunday Times royal editor) are joined by royal commentator Victoria Arbiter who gives us the lowdown from the US...

01/06/2022 - This week's Royal Beat looks ahead to 2022! From the Cambridges turning 40 to Prince Andrew's ongoing trial, the Jubilee celebrations to Harry's book, the stage is set for a historic, headline-generating year.

12/22/2021 - On The Royal Beat Christmas Special the panel discusses the highs and lows of a very turbulent year for the Windsors. They also look at royal festive traditions over the centuries, and the way they have shaped our celebrations today.

12/17/2021 - On this week's very festive edition of the Royal Beat we discuss Kate's Carol Concert for heroes of the covid crisis, and we take a look at Royal Christmas cards old and new. Plus, William opens up during a very personal new podcast episode.