188) "Frankenstein's Monarchy"

This week we're starting off with a positive, uncontroversial topic - the 10 royals we most dislike! And, inspired by Prince William's big appearance on the Graham Norton Show, we're looking at talk show appearances by the British royals. LINKSFollow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Grace: https://princesscatherinemiddleton.net/ and https://www.instagram.com/_kmiddy/ Follow Jessica: https://duchessofostergotlands.tumblr.com/ and https://www.instagram.com/howtodresslikeaprincess/Send us a voice message: https://www.speakpipe.com/onheirpodcast

In this spooky Halloween special, we are breaking out our cauldrons and talking about witchcraft! From its early pagan roots to the peak of the witch hunting hysteria, we'll explore how and why the royal response to sorcery changed over time and how the obsession with royal witches still shapes discussions today. LINKSFollow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Grace: https://princesscatherinemiddleton.net/ and https://www.instagram.com/_kmiddy/ Follow Jessica: https://duchessofostergotlands.tumblr.com/ and https://www.instagram.com/howtodresslikeaprincess/Send us a voice message: https://www.speakpipe.com/onheirpodcast

It's time for another episode where we answer questions from our wonderful listeners! This week we'll be talking about everything from King Charles's controversial interest in alternative medicine to the royal moments which most surprised us. LINKSFollow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Grace: https://princesscatherinemiddleton.net/ and https://www.instagram.com/_kmiddy/ Follow Jessica: https://duchessofostergotlands.tumblr.com/ and https://www.instagram.com/howtodresslikeaprincess/Send us a voice message: https://www.speakpipe.com/onheirpodcast

What unites Ex-Prince Andrew, Princess Märtha Louise of Norway, and two anonymous Liechtenstein princes? They've all launched - or threatened to launch - legal action in recent months! This week we're looking at royals and lawsuits. We'll be covering some of the most interesting and important royal legal actions and exploring whether lawsuits do more harm than good. LINKSFollow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Grace: https://princesscatherinemiddleton.net/ and https://www.instagram.com/_kmiddy/ Follow Jessica: https://duchessofostergotlands.tumblr.com/ and https://www.instagram.com/howtodresslikeaprincess/Send us a voice message: https://www.speakpipe.com/onheirpodcast

Just a few weeks after Liechtenstein announced they'd be giving women equal rights to the throne, their surprise decision has unleashed chaos in the Princely Family. This week we're catching up on the true extent of the changes and the family rift it's caused. On a lighter note we'll also be taking traits from Europe's existing royal families to build our own dream monarchies. LINKSFollow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Grace: https://princesscatherinemiddleton.net/ and https://www.instagram.com/_kmiddy/ Follow Jessica: https://duchessofostergotlands.tumblr.com/ and https://www.instagram.com/howtodresslikeaprincess/Send us a voice message: https://www.speakpipe.com/onheirpodcast

Royal style has been a talking point for centuries so this week we're taking a closer look at royals and fashion. We'll be exploring whether royal wardrobes have become a distraction from their work and whether they're too expensive, and we'll be looking at how their choices intersect with bigger questions around the environment, human rights and diplomacy. LINKSFollow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Grace: https://princesscatherinemiddleton.net/ and https://www.instagram.com/_kmiddy/ Follow Jessica: https://duchessofostergotlands.tumblr.com/ and https://www.instagram.com/howtodresslikeaprincess/Send us a voice message: https://www.speakpipe.com/onheirpodcast

We've somehow ended up with our second episode focusing on Norway's King Harald and the UK's Prince Harry! Join us as we take you through the most moving and memorable moments from King Harald's recent funeral, before we dive into the fall out following King Charles's letter about the status of the Sussexes.LINKSFollow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Grace: https://princesscatherinemiddleton.net/ and https://www.instagram.com/_kmiddy/ Follow Jessica: https://duchessofostergotlands.tumblr.com/ and https://www.instagram.com/howtodresslikeaprincess/Send us a voice message: https://www.speakpipe.com/onheirpodcast

Prince George officially started at Eton College this week, but the decision to send him to one of the most expensive private schools in the country has not gone down well with everyone. Join us as we explore the evolution of royal schooling and the arguments for and against Eton.LINKSFollow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Grace: https://princesscatherinemiddleton.net/ and https://www.instagram.com/_kmiddy/ Follow Jessica: https://duchessofostergotlands.tumblr.com/ and https://www.instagram.com/howtodresslikeaprincess/Send us a voice message: https://www.speakpipe.com/onheirpodcast

On 28th August, King Harald V passed away after 35 years as Norway's monarch. Join us this week as we break down Harald's final days, why he was so beloved both at home and abroad, and what his death means for Norway's scandal-plagued monarchy. LINKSFollow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Grace: https://princesscatherinemiddleton.net/ and https://www.instagram.com/_kmiddy/ Follow Jessica: https://duchessofostergotlands.tumblr.com/ and https://www.instagram.com/howtodresslikeaprincess/Send us a voice message: https://www.speakpipe.com/onheirpodcast

The usually quiet summer period has been interrupted by some huge plot twists! First up we're diving into what's really behind Liechtenstein's surprise decision to give women equal rights to the throne, and then we're tackling Harry and Meghan's move back to the UK. Join us to hear our theories about why they're making the move now and how we feel about it. LINKSFollow the podcast: onheirpodcast.tumblr.com/ or https://instagram.com/onheirpodcast Follow Grace: https://princesscatherinemiddleton.net/ and https://www.instagram.com/_kmiddy/ Follow Jessica: https://duchessofostergotlands.tumblr.com/ and https://www.instagram.com/howtodresslikeaprincess/Send us a voice message: https://www.speakpipe.com/onheirpodcast