How the Royal household is preparing for President Trump’s visit
Welcome to The Royals where this week Kate Mansey is exploring State Visits past and present. Pomp, pageantry and sumptuous banquets await Donald Trump, but what really goes on behind the scenes to ensure a successful State Visit? And what can the politically astute King Charles learn from his late mother’s achievements? Kate talks to royal historian and author Robert Hardman to explain the political machinations fuelling the public spectacle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Royal Ascot’s double act as Roya meets the Osbornes - Jamie and Saffie
Roya is at Royal Ascot where she was joined by a lively double act, trainer Jamie Osborne and his jockey daughter, rising star Saffie Osborne. From family business banter to riding for the royals, the Osbornes share their frank views, their humour and offer a glimpse into the highs and lows of the sport of Kings and Queens.Recorded 17th June 2025. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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From Princess Diana to republicanism: How the Royal landscape has changed
Roya is joined by Channel 5’s royal correspondent Simon Vigar for a candid look at the changing nature of 'The Firm' and their relationship with the press. Simon shares his insider stories, from being insulted by the public after Princess Diana's death to travelling with royals on watershed tours. Together, they discuss the challenges of access to the royal family, the royals' relationship with Netflix and a notable absence at VJ Day. Plus with polls suggesting that a quarter of the British public would rather leave the monarchy behind, and the monarchy's secrecy over money Simon has a question for the King. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Prince Andrew and an 'explosive' new biography
This week on The Royals, Kate Mansey speaks to royal biographer Andrew Lownie whose allegations in his new book - Entitled: The Rise and Fall of the House of York - have been described just about everywhere as 'explosive'. From trade envoy trips to connections with Jeffrey Epstein, Lownie outlines claims of institutional cover ups, financial secrecy, and royal resistance to scrutiny. And The Times Investigations reporter George Greenwood reveals why it's so difficult to obtain information from the government about the royal family, and what it could mean for public trust in 'The Firm'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The King’s Tour artists: painting the royal visits
Roya gets an exclusive first look at The King’s Tour: Artists at Buckingham Palace - a remarkable exhibition showcasing never-before-seen artworks from King Charles's personal collection. Curator Kate Heard shares insights into how artists were invited on royal tours to capture intimate behind-the-scenes moments and fleeting stories. Roya also meets Susannah Fiennes, an artist who joined the King on historic visits to Hong Kong, Oman and the Falklands and recalls the challenge of using watercolours in one of the hottest places on Earth.The King’s Tours Artists runs at the Palace until September the 28th, 2025. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Roya and Kate take you behind the palace gates for the latest news on the upstairs downstairs drama that is the English royal family. Providing the inside scoop on Charles and Camilla, William and Kate, Harry and Meghan (and more!), Roya Nikkhah and Kate Mansey have an unmatched insight as the royal editors of The Times and The Sunday Times.Join us weekly as we lift the curtain and reveal what's really going on during the reign of King Charles III - and why all this matters. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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