What Happens If Britain Abolishes the Monarchy?

What Happens If Britain Abolishes the Monarchy?

There’s no shortage of royal events on the horizon, and Richard and Emily are here to cover them all, and more, in this week’s episode of Catching Up with the Royals. With Trooping the Colour 2026 fast approaching, we go behind the pomp and pageantry of the nearly 280-year-old royal tradition that celebrates the monarch’s official birthday. Richard and Emily explore the fascinating history and enduring legacy of one of the most iconic events in the royal calendar, while asking whether ceremonies like this still have a place in modern Britain. Speaking of shaking things up, we tackle a controversial viewer question: what would happen if Britain abolished the monarchy? Richard and Emily discuss the political, cultural, and economic ripple effects that could be felt across the UK (and around the world) if the royal family became private citizens, and debate whether Britain would be better off as a republic. With Royal Ascot and Wimbledon just around the corner, we also examine the royal family's long-standing connection to sport and ask whether the Windsors might be the most competitive family in the world. Plus, after answering a viewer question about the wedding of Prince William and Princess Catherine in a previous episode, we turn our attention to another unforgettable royal marriage: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s wedding. Emily shares what it was really like to attend one of the most talked-about royal events of the modern era. To round off the episode, we separate fact from fiction by exploring some of the most enduring myths and superstitions surrounding the British royal family. From royal rules and traditions to long-standing legends, Richard and Emily reveal what you should, and shouldn’t, believe about life inside the House of Windsor. ----------------------------------------------- 📥 Got a Question? Send your questions for future episodes to: royals@spirit-studios.com Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CatchingUpWithTheRoyals 📱 Follow Catching Up With the Royals: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CatchingUpWithTheRoyals  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/catchingupwiththeroyals/ ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

The Royals' Inner Circle: Friends, Betrayals and Trusted Nannies

From Princess Anne and Peter Phillips to royal friendships, nannies and Buckingham Palace secrets - Richard and Emily cover it all in this week's episode of Catching Up with the Royals. With Peter Phillips' wedding fast approaching we take a closer look at Princess Anne's famously close relationship with her children and explore the bond she shares with her son ahead of the latest royal wedding. We also delve into the royal family's inner circle, discussing the royals' closest friends, trusted confidants and the betrayals that have rocked the monarchy over the years. Plus, Richard and Emily ask which famous faces and mutual friends have quietly chosen sides in the ongoing Prince William and Prince Harry feud. The conversation then turns to the royal nannies who have helped raise generations of royals. From the qualifications required to work with the Royal Family to the prestigious training schools that supply royal childcare staff, Richard and Emily uncover the fascinating stories behind the people who spend some of the most time with the Windsors. Elsewhere, with Buckingham Palace's major refurbishment project still ongoing we explore the history, hidden features and little-known secrets of one of the most famous royal residences in the world. And finally, we tackle a viewer question: what perfumes and signature scents do members of the Royal Family wear, and can you really identify a royal by their fragrance? ----------------------------------------------- 📥 Got a Question? Send your questions for future episodes to: royals@spirit-studios.com Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CatchingUpWithTheRoyals 📱 Follow Catching Up With the Royals: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CatchingUpWithTheRoyals  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/catchingupwiththeroyals/ ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

The Royal Family’s New Battle: The AI Era & Harry's Rival Court

This week on Catching Up with the Royals Richard and Emily dive into royal scandals, family feuds, AI fake photos and what really happens at a royal palace garden party. It’s been more than 30 years since King Charles III (then Prince Charles) and Princess Diana announced their separation to the world - but what about the infamous “third person” in their marriage, Queen Camilla? While Charles and Camilla’s relationship is now firmly accepted within the royal family, Richard and Emily explore the hidden history of royal mistresses, extramarital relationships, and the women who have influenced the British monarchy behind palace walls for generations. Plus, we tackle one of the biggest royal questions of the moment: could Prince Harry’s upcoming return to the UK for the Invictus Games mark the beginning of a part-time return to royal life for both Harry and Meghan Markle? And if so, could the Duke and Duchess of Sussex become direct rivals to Prince William and Princess Catherine as the future of the monarchy unfolds? The pair also answer your royal viewer questions. After spotting strange AI-generated photos and videos of the royal family online, one listener asks how to tell what’s real and what’s fake. Richard and Emily discuss the rise of artificial intelligence, deepfake royal content, and how the monarchy may need to adapt in the digital age. And finally, with royal garden party season coming to a close, Emily reveals what it’s really like to attend a Buckingham Palace garden party - from royal etiquette and dress codes to the surprising behind-the-scenes details most people never hear about. ----------------------------------------------- 📥 Got a Question? Send your questions for future episodes to: royals@spirit-studios.com Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CatchingUpWithTheRoyals 📱 Follow Catching Up With the Royals: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CatchingUpWithTheRoyals  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/catchingupwiththeroyals/ ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Kate and William’s Big Decision Over Prince George

This week on Catching Up with the Royals Richard and Emily take a deep dive into King Charles III’s reign, the major decision facing Prince William and Catherine, Princess of Wales, the secrets behind royal fashion wardrobes and the fascinating world of royal security and protection. It has been more than three years since King Charles III became monarch, but how successful has his time on the throne been so far? Richard and Emily begin the episode by giving the King a royal report card, assessing his achievements, challenges and whether his first years on the throne have been a true crowning glory. With the summer holidays fast approaching the Prince and Princess of Wales have a big decision to make - where to send their eldest, Prince George, to school. After the couple have been spotted touring many different secondary schools, Richard and Emily weigh in on where they think the future heir to the throne will be enrolling this coming September, plus we look into how educating royals has changed over time. This week’s viewer questions focus on one of the most popular topics among royal fans: Catherine’s iconic style. Drawing on years of firsthand experience with the Princess of Wales, Emily reveals how Catherine’s outfits are selected, curated, and carefully stored, along with the lesser-known royal fashion rules and dress protocols that every member of the Royal Family is expected to follow. Our final viewer question asks about how exactly royal security and protection is funded, and how do the family decide which members get to receive it. In the wake of Prince Andrew’s arrest and Prince Harry’s stepping down as a working royal we explain how security is allocated, explore the moments when it has been taken away and Richard and Emily find themselves divided on who should receive royal levels of protection. ----------------------------------------------- 📥 Got a Question? Send your questions for future episodes to: royals@spirit-studios.com Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CatchingUpWithTheRoyals 📱 Follow Catching Up With the Royals: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CatchingUpWithTheRoyals  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/catchingupwiththeroyals/ ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

The Man Tasked With Ending Prince William’s Feud with Prince Harry

This week on Catching Up with the Royals, we’re diving into the biggest Royal family news - from royal rifts and rumours to priceless relics hidden within The Royal Collection. We begin with breaking Buckingham Palace news as a new figure enters King Charles’ inner circle. His latest private secretary, Theo Rycroft, is reportedly tasked with one major mission: helping repair the strained relationship between Prince William and Prince Harry. But could one man really ease the tensions between the Prince of Wales and the Duke of Sussex, or is Royal reconciliation still out of reach? Next, we turn to Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, as rumours circulate that she may be considering writing her own memoir following in Prince Harry’s footsteps. Should Meghan tell her side of the story, or stick to the Royal Family’s traditional “never complain, never explain” approach? We also explore the influential Hollywood circle around Meghan that includes Oprah Winfrey, Shonda Rhimes, Mellody Hobson and Nicole Avant, and how they could shape a potential publishing deal. Meanwhile, Catherine, Princess of Wales, embarks on a Royal visit to Italy - her first overseas engagement since her cancer diagnosis. We discuss what this milestone means for Kate and how it could signal a new chapter in how she and Prince William approach their future roles as King and Queen. We also unpack the ongoing “Kate Effect” and how her influence now extends far beyond fashion. Finally, we step inside The Royal Collection, one of the most valuable private collections in the world. From crown jewels and diamonds worth over £1 billion, to historical wine cellars, Leonardo da Vinci drawings, and royal wardrobes from generations past, Richard and Emily reveal some of the most extraordinary treasures owned by the British Royal Family. ----------------------------------------------- 📥 Got a Question? Send your questions for future episodes to: royals@spirit-studios.com Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CatchingUpWithTheRoyals 📱 Follow Catching Up With the Royals: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CatchingUpWithTheRoyals  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/catchingupwiththeroyals/ ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.