The Royal Beat

Kate Thornton and the panel reflect upon the historic weekend of His Majesty King Charles III's coronation. From military splendour and family drama, to crownings and the inaugural balcony appearance, we embark on the ultimate debrief of this incredible event. Plus, a look at an interview with the Princess Royal which slipped somewhat under the radar in the days leading up to the coronation - w…

Kate Thornton and the panel discuss the King's royal residence shake-up as he settles into his reign. Who is Angela Kelly, and why has she been moved out of Windsor? And will King Charles force Prince Andrew to vacate Royal Lodge? Plus, with a recent survey suggesting the Princess of Wales might be edging her husband in the popularity stakes, we ask how Prince William feels about his wife's sta…

Prince Harry's back - and this time, he's been on the witness stand. Kate and the panel discuss the main takeaways from the prince taking on the British tabloids in court. Plus, the King's been on holiday! The panel explore his Transylvanian ties, as well as taking a deep dive into the royal family of Jordan, following the Waleses' appearance at the Crown Prince's wedding.

Kate Thornton and the panel look back on the pomp and pageantry of the King's first Official Birthday as monarch. From the origins of Trooping the Colour, to His Majesty's impressive horsemanship and the latest balcony appearance, we debrief on how his inaugural birthday parade played out. Plus, we ask what impact Prince William may be able to have on the issue of homelessness, and as Royal Asc…

Kate Thornton and the panel reflect on the special service held in Scotland this week to mark the King's coronation, as well as reviewing the Waleses' incredibly busy work schedules and asking: what is the secret to their success? Plus, with reports having emerged of some powerful staff within palace walls, we get to know a bit more about these key players in the royal household, and exactly how…

The panel discuss what has been a busy few weeks for the royals, as they begin to look towards the future, and forge the way ahead. From Queen Camilla's low-key birthday celebrations, to Prince William taking charge of the Duchy of Cornwall and considering, alongside the Princess of Wales, what their eldest son's royal education will look like now he's turning ten - we break down all the key de…

With the royal family due to return to their Balmoral estate in Scotland for the first time since the late Queen Elizabeth's passing, Kate Thornton leads the panel in a discussion of what traditions the King will, and won't, be maintaining this summer. Plus, with both Prince William and Prince Harry's sustainability projects making headlines, we look at the common ground between the two brothers…

As Princess Anne turns 73, Kate Thornton and the panel look back on the fascinating life of this indomitable royal; from her trailblazing ways, to her steely calm in the face of danger. Plus, with Prince William beating the U.S. President in a recent popularity poll, we ask if the royal family's international reputation has officially weathered the storm of the Sussexes' departure. And with Pri…

On the 26th anniversary of Princess Diana's death, Kate and the panel take a look back on her extraordinary life; aided by photographs taken by Arthur Edwards MBE. Plus, we explore the main take-aways from Prince Harry's new 'Heart of Invictus' documentary, and with Prince William facing criticism for not attending the Women's World Cup Final, while the King finally sees the back of the "Cash fo…

As King Charles celebrates one year since his ascension to the throne, Kate Thornton and the panel look back on the first 12 months of his reign, highlighting the key moments, and looking forward to what the next year holds in store for the Monarch. Plus, one year since the late Queen passed away, we reflect on where we all were on that historic day, and look back on her 70 years on the throne…

With the King and Queen's State Visit to France, and Prince William's trip to New York for the Earthshot Prize, Kate Thornton and the panel discuss the success of the royals' recent forays onto the world stage. Plus, with the Waleses recruiting for a new CEO to join their staff, the panel analyse how the couple are taking ownership of their roles.

Kate Thornton and the panel discuss the new Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh; Prince Edward and his wife Sophie, and ask whether they are, in fact, the unsung heroes of the working royal line up. Plus, a look at the parallel events held by the Waleses and Sussexes for World Mental Health Day, and with the Netflix series 'The Crown' due to return next month, the panel analyse what we know so far abo…

Kate Thornton and the panel take a look at the current House of Windsor and discuss whether the King must make some drastic changes if he is to secure the place - and relevance - of the monarchy in a modern age. Plus, as King Charles prepares for his first State Visit to the Commonwealth since acceding to the throne, the panel examine attitudes towards the royal family in these key nations arou…

It's a week of formalities for King Charles who made his first official Commonwealth State visit, travelling to Kenya with Queen Camilla. On his return, His Majesty attended his first State Opening of Parliament, before ending his busy week with his 75th birthday celebrations. Meanwhile, Prince William's been rubbing shoulders with celebrities at the third Earthshot Prize ceremony in Singapore. …

Kate Thornton and the panel discuss the truth behind the latest series of 'The Crown'. What really happened in the weeks leading up to the tragic death of Princess Diana and how the royals may be feeling about their portrayal on screen.

On this week's show we explore how a new royal book has been raising questions and eyebrows and unearthing old rifts. The release of 'Endgame', the latest book by Sussex biographer Omid Scobie has questioned if the royal family have what it takes to save the monarchy? Joining Kate in the Studio is The Daily Mirror’s Royal Editor Russell Myers, and Sunday Times Royal Editor Roya Nikkhah as well …

Prince Harry has had a victory in court this week in the first of one of his three phone hacking cases against the British press. We take a look back at the highs and lows of the Windsors' year from the Coronation to the to the shocking reveal of the alleged 'Royal Racist' in Omid Scobie's book 'Endgame'. Kate is joined in the studio by The Sun’s Royal Editor, Matt Wilkinson, The Daily Mail’s…

Historian Gareth Russell joins us as host. We take a look at how the royals celebrated the festive season at Sandringham and what milestone events will be on the cards for 2024. Our experts reveal how the Palace will be feeling in light of documents naming Prince Andrew relating to Jeffrey Epstein released this week. Joining Gareth in the studio is Newsweek’s chief royal correspondent Jack Ro…

The panel discuss the shock news of both the King and Princess of Wales requiring medical attention in hospital. Our expert guests reflect on new details revealed about the final moments before the late Queen's death in a brand new royal book.

On this weeks episode of The Royal Beat we get an update on the health of the King and the Princess of Wales as they both recover from surgery who which surprising royal is stepping up in their place. Host Kate Thornton is joined by Vanity Fair’s royal editor, Katie Nicholl, The Sun’s royal editor Matt Wilkinson and journalist and royal commentator Afua Hagan.