The Royalist https://www.daylightmedia.com en They have glittering palaces, unreal fortunes, medieval crowns, and weird traditions. But what really makes the British royal family tick? Hidden secrets, unreal scandals, bitter feuds, wild rivalries, fantastic fashion… and, of course, corgis. Now Tom Sykes, the royal correspondent whose fearless reporting has delivered scoop after scoop on the Windsors is cracking open all the family’s secrets in an unmissable podcast: The Royalist. Nothing is off limits as Tom and his best-connected experts spill every drop of royal tea. From paranoid princes and disgraced dukes to haunted palaces and diva designers, this is insight into the royals people used to lose their heads to get. Make a royal appointment to join Tom in the throne room for The Royalist, every Wednesday. https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/d7fd2fee-1a4a-11f1-9851-6346afcc315f/image/0503233cbc281b694fef4c5ae892378a.png?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress The Royalist https://www.daylightmedia.com episodic The Daily Beast They have glittering palaces, unreal fortunes, medieval crowns, and weird traditions. But what really makes the British royal family tick? Hidden secrets, unreal scandals, bitter feuds, wild rivalries, fantastic fashion… and, of course, corgis. Now Tom Sykes, the royal correspondent whose fearless reporting has delivered scoop after scoop on the Windsors is cracking open all the family’s secrets in an unmissable podcast: The Royalist. Nothing is off limits as Tom and his best-connected experts spill every drop of royal tea. From paranoid princes and disgraced dukes to haunted palaces and diva designers, this is insight into the royals people used to lose their heads to get. Make a royal appointment to join Tom in the throne room for The Royalist, every Wednesday. They have glittering palaces, unreal fortunes, medieval crowns, and weird traditions. But what really makes the British royal family tick? Hidden secrets, unreal scandals, bitter feuds, wild rivalries, fantastic fashion… and, of course, corgis. Now Tom Sykes, the royal correspondent whose fearless reporting has delivered scoop after scoop on the Windsors is cracking open all the family’s secrets in an unmissable podcast: The Royalist. Nothing is off limits as Tom and his best-connected experts spill every drop of royal tea. From paranoid princes and disgraced dukes to haunted palaces and diva designers, this is insight into the royals people used to lose their heads to get. Make a royal appointment to join Tom in the throne room for The Royalist, every Wednesday.

]]> The Daily Beast podcasts@qcodemedia.com Secrets of Trump's Weird Royal Fetish Exposed King Charles heads to America for a historic and highly controversial state visit with Donald Trump—and the timing could not be more explosive. Guest host Hugh Dougherty breaks down the political tension, security fears, and royal stakes surrounding the trip before Tom Sykes sits down with acclaimed royal author Robert Hardman. Hardman reveals what Trump privately said about Queen Elizabeth, why he believes Trump deeply respects the monarchy, and how Prince Andrew’s stunning downfall became one of the greatest royal humiliations in modern history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Wed, 29 Apr 2026 04:00:00 -0000 full 1 7 The Daily Beast King Charles heads to America for a historic and highly controversial state visit with Donald Trump—and the timing could not be more explosive. Guest host Hugh Dougherty breaks down the political tension, security fears, and royal stakes surrounding the trip before Tom Sykes sits down with acclaimed royal author Robert Hardman. Hardman reveals what Trump privately said about Queen Elizabeth, why he believes Trump deeply respects the monarchy, and how Prince Andrew’s stunning downfall became one of the greatest royal humiliations in modern history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices King Charles heads to America for a historic and highly controversial state visit with Donald Trump—and the timing could not be more explosive. Guest host Hugh Dougherty breaks down the political tension, security fears, and royal stakes surrounding the trip before Tom Sykes sits down with acclaimed royal author Robert Hardman. Hardman reveals what Trump privately said about Queen Elizabeth, why he believes Trump deeply respects the monarchy, and how Prince Andrew’s stunning downfall became one of the greatest royal humiliations in modern history.

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]]> 2811 Meghan's Staff Expose Shocking Way She Treats Them The Royalist reveals astonishing accounts from Meghan Markle's former staff of the reality of working with the Duchess of Sussex. Tom Sykes has all the details on his revelations from the people who know what life is like being at the beck and call of Meghan, who was caught on camera glaring at a staffer during her tour of Australia. He’s joined by Vanity Fair’s Katie Nicholl to reveal the remarkable story of Queen Elizabeth II’s closest confidante, Angela Kelly, and closes with “Tea with Tom” alongside NewsNation's Paula Froelich (Substack: Paula Froelich: Uncensored, YouTube: @PaulaFroelich) to unpack Meghan’s latest ventures, royal tensions, and Sarah Ferguson’s headline-making return.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Wed, 22 Apr 2026 04:00:00 -0000 full 1 6 The Daily Beast The Royalist reveals astonishing accounts from Meghan Markle's former staff of the reality of working with the Duchess of Sussex. Tom Sykes has all the details on his revelations from the people who know what life is like being at the beck and call of Meghan, who was caught on camera glaring at a staffer during her tour of Australia. He’s joined by Vanity Fair’s Katie Nicholl to reveal the remarkable story of Queen Elizabeth II’s closest confidante, Angela Kelly, and closes with “Tea with Tom” alongside NewsNation's Paula Froelich (Substack: Paula Froelich: Uncensored, YouTube: @PaulaFroelich) to unpack Meghan’s latest ventures, royal tensions, and Sarah Ferguson’s headline-making return.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices The Royalist reveals astonishing accounts from Meghan Markle's former staff of the reality of working with the Duchess of Sussex. Tom Sykes has all the details on his revelations from the people who know what life is like being at the beck and call of Meghan, who was caught on camera glaring at a staffer during her tour of Australia. He’s joined by Vanity Fair’s Katie Nicholl to reveal the remarkable story of Queen Elizabeth II’s closest confidante, Angela Kelly, and closes with “Tea with Tom” alongside NewsNation's Paula Froelich (Substack: Paula Froelich: Uncensored, YouTube: @PaulaFroelich) to unpack Meghan’s latest ventures, royal tensions, and Sarah Ferguson’s headline-making return.  

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]]> 3996 Plum Sykes Reveals Queen Elizabeth Fashion Secrets In this episode of The Royalist, Tom Sykes dives into the latest royal drama as Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s Australia tour spirals into controversy, with insider commentary from NewsNation's Paula Froelich (Substack: https://thescoopwithpaulafroelich.sub..., Youtube:    / @paulafroelich  ) unpacking the backlash and behind-the-scenes chaos. Royal biographer Hugo Vickers offers a rare, intimate look at Queen Elizabeth II—sharing personal memories, her sharp wit, and the emotional toll of Megxit. Plus, Plum Sykes (Substack: plumsykes.substack.com) takes listeners inside a stunning new exhibition celebrating the Queen’s iconic style, revealing how fashion helped shape her enduring legacy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Wed, 15 Apr 2026 04:00:00 -0000 full 1 5 The Daily Beast In this episode of The Royalist, Tom Sykes dives into the latest royal drama as Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s Australia tour spirals into controversy, with insider commentary from NewsNation's Paula Froelich (Substack: https://thescoopwithpaulafroelich.sub..., Youtube:    / @paulafroelich  ) unpacking the backlash and behind-the-scenes chaos. Royal biographer Hugo Vickers offers a rare, intimate look at Queen Elizabeth II—sharing personal memories, her sharp wit, and the emotional toll of Megxit. Plus, Plum Sykes (Substack: plumsykes.substack.com) takes listeners inside a stunning new exhibition celebrating the Queen’s iconic style, revealing how fashion helped shape her enduring legacy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices In this episode of The Royalist, Tom Sykes dives into the latest royal drama as Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s Australia tour spirals into controversy, with insider commentary from NewsNation's Paula Froelich (Substack: https://thescoopwithpaulafroelich.sub..., Youtube:    / @paulafroelich  ) unpacking the backlash and behind-the-scenes chaos. Royal biographer Hugo Vickers offers a rare, intimate look at Queen Elizabeth II—sharing personal memories, her sharp wit, and the emotional toll of Megxit. Plus, Plum Sykes (Substack: plumsykes.substack.com) takes listeners inside a stunning new exhibition celebrating the Queen’s iconic style, revealing how fashion helped shape her enduring legacy.

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]]> 3637 I Know Sordid Secrets of Andrew's Epstein Parties In this episode of The Royalist, host Tom Sykes is joined by fashion expert Plum Sykes (Substack: plumsykes.substack.com), NewsNation's Paula Froelich (Substack: https://thescoopwithpaulafroelich.sub..., Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@PaulaFroelich), and royal biographer Robert Jobson for a wide-ranging and deeply revealing look inside the modern monarchy. From the carefully orchestrated Easter Sunday appearance—where Princess Catherine, Princess Charlotte, and the royal family projected unity through fashion and tradition—to behind-the-scenes drama involving Prince Andrew, Prince Edward, and the ongoing questions of who’s “in” and “out,” the episode blends sharp commentary with insider detail. The conversation then turns more serious, unpacking tensions surrounding Prince Harry, King Charles, and Prince William, as well as explosive new revelations about palace intrigue, scandals, and the future of the monarchy. Equal parts witty, gossipy, and incisive, this episode offers a compelling snapshot of a royal family navigating public pressure, private conflict, and a rapidly changing era. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Wed, 08 Apr 2026 04:00:00 -0000 full 1 4 The Daily Beast In this episode of The Royalist, host Tom Sykes is joined by fashion expert Plum Sykes (Substack: plumsykes.substack.com), NewsNation's Paula Froelich (Substack: https://thescoopwithpaulafroelich.sub..., Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@PaulaFroelich), and royal biographer Robert Jobson for a wide-ranging and deeply revealing look inside the modern monarchy. From the carefully orchestrated Easter Sunday appearance—where Princess Catherine, Princess Charlotte, and the royal family projected unity through fashion and tradition—to behind-the-scenes drama involving Prince Andrew, Prince Edward, and the ongoing questions of who’s “in” and “out,” the episode blends sharp commentary with insider detail. The conversation then turns more serious, unpacking tensions surrounding Prince Harry, King Charles, and Prince William, as well as explosive new revelations about palace intrigue, scandals, and the future of the monarchy. Equal parts witty, gossipy, and incisive, this episode offers a compelling snapshot of a royal family navigating public pressure, private conflict, and a rapidly changing era. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices In this episode of The Royalist, host Tom Sykes is joined by fashion expert Plum Sykes (Substack: plumsykes.substack.com), NewsNation's Paula Froelich (Substack: https://thescoopwithpaulafroelich.sub..., Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@PaulaFroelich), and royal biographer Robert Jobson for a wide-ranging and deeply revealing look inside the modern monarchy. From the carefully orchestrated Easter Sunday appearance—where Princess Catherine, Princess Charlotte, and the royal family projected unity through fashion and tradition—to behind-the-scenes drama involving Prince Andrew, Prince Edward, and the ongoing questions of who’s “in” and “out,” the episode blends sharp commentary with insider detail. The conversation then turns more serious, unpacking tensions surrounding Prince Harry, King Charles, and Prince William, as well as explosive new revelations about palace intrigue, scandals, and the future of the monarchy. Equal parts witty, gossipy, and incisive, this episode offers a compelling snapshot of a royal family navigating public pressure, private conflict, and a rapidly changing era.

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]]> 4178 This Is Meghan & Harry's Jaw-Dropping Netflix Haul This week on The Royalist, Tom Sykes dives headfirst into the chaos, and it’s one of those episodes where every segment somehow tops the last. Plum Sykes breaks down the unexpectedly chic reinvention of Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie (and just how much it’s costing), while NewsNation's Paula Froelich (@pfro, YouTube: @PaulaFroelich) unpacks the eyebrow-raising decision for King Charles III to head to the U.S. amid growing tensions involving Donald Trump. Then it all builds to a must-hear “Royal Roast” with Matt Donnelly, who pulls back the curtain on Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s rocky Netflix era of big ambitions, bigger egos, and a behind-the-scenes scramble that’s raising serious eyebrows across Hollywood.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Wed, 01 Apr 2026 04:00:00 -0000 full 1 3 The Daily Beast This week on The Royalist, Tom Sykes dives headfirst into the chaos, and it’s one of those episodes where every segment somehow tops the last. Plum Sykes breaks down the unexpectedly chic reinvention of Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie (and just how much it’s costing), while NewsNation's Paula Froelich (@pfro, YouTube: @PaulaFroelich) unpacks the eyebrow-raising decision for King Charles III to head to the U.S. amid growing tensions involving Donald Trump. Then it all builds to a must-hear “Royal Roast” with Matt Donnelly, who pulls back the curtain on Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s rocky Netflix era of big ambitions, bigger egos, and a behind-the-scenes scramble that’s raising serious eyebrows across Hollywood.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices This week on The Royalist, Tom Sykes dives headfirst into the chaos, and it’s one of those episodes where every segment somehow tops the last. Plum Sykes breaks down the unexpectedly chic reinvention of Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie (and just how much it’s costing), while NewsNation's Paula Froelich (@pfro, YouTube: @PaulaFroelich) unpacks the eyebrow-raising decision for King Charles III to head to the U.S. amid growing tensions involving Donald Trump. Then it all builds to a must-hear “Royal Roast” with Matt Donnelly, who pulls back the curtain on Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s rocky Netflix era of big ambitions, bigger egos, and a behind-the-scenes scramble that’s raising serious eyebrows across Hollywood. 

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]]> 4123 Tom Bower: This Is How Harry Can Come Home—Alone Dive into royal chaos as Tom Sykes breaks down a week of jaw-dropping headlines—from iconic fashion throwbacks in “Royal Fashion with Plum Sykes” to behind-the-scenes tensions shaking royal marriages. Joined by NewsNations, Paula Froelich (@pfro, YouTube: @PaulaFroelich)‬ the episode spills insider tea on scandal, strategy, and the shifting power dynamics threatening the monarchy. Plus, a deep-dive with biographer Tom Bower reveals explosive new claims about Meghan and Harry’s unraveling empire. If you think the royal drama has peaked… think again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Wed, 25 Mar 2026 04:00:00 -0000 full 1 2 The Daily Beast Dive into royal chaos as Tom Sykes breaks down a week of jaw-dropping headlines—from iconic fashion throwbacks in “Royal Fashion with Plum Sykes” to behind-the-scenes tensions shaking royal marriages. Joined by NewsNations, Paula Froelich (@pfro, YouTube: @PaulaFroelich)‬ the episode spills insider tea on scandal, strategy, and the shifting power dynamics threatening the monarchy. Plus, a deep-dive with biographer Tom Bower reveals explosive new claims about Meghan and Harry’s unraveling empire. If you think the royal drama has peaked… think again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Dive into royal chaos as Tom Sykes breaks down a week of jaw-dropping headlines—from iconic fashion throwbacks in “Royal Fashion with Plum Sykes” to behind-the-scenes tensions shaking royal marriages. Joined by NewsNations, Paula Froelich (@pfro, YouTube: @PaulaFroelich)‬ the episode spills insider tea on scandal, strategy, and the shifting power dynamics threatening the monarchy. Plus, a deep-dive with biographer Tom Bower reveals explosive new claims about Meghan and Harry’s unraveling empire. If you think the royal drama has peaked… think again.

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]]> 3848 Why King Charles Must Abdicate Now: Andrew Lownie In this debut episode of The Royalist, host Tom Sykes dives straight into the biggest royal scandals of the moment with a blockbuster interview featuring royal biographer Andrew Lownie, who explains why the fallout from Prince Andrew and Jeffrey Epstein revelations could pose an unprecedented crisis for King Charles III and the monarchy—and gives his extraordinary solution. Iconic fashion editor Plum Sykes reports after the Cheltenham Festival with behind-the-scenes royal fashion and society gossip, while NewsNation's Senior Story Editor Paula Froelich spills the latest tea on Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. Finally, Australian commentator Shauna Kay joins Tom for a fiery “Royal Roast” breaking down the backlash to Meghan and Harry’s controversial Australia plans. It’s a jam-packed first episode full of scoops, sharp commentary, and the royal drama everyone is talking about. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Wed, 18 Mar 2026 04:00:00 -0000 full 1 1 The Daily Beast In this debut episode of The Royalist, host Tom Sykes dives straight into the biggest royal scandals of the moment with a blockbuster interview featuring royal biographer Andrew Lownie, who explains why the fallout from Prince Andrew and Jeffrey Epstein revelations could pose an unprecedented crisis for King Charles III and the monarchy—and gives his extraordinary solution. Iconic fashion editor Plum Sykes reports after the Cheltenham Festival with behind-the-scenes royal fashion and society gossip, while NewsNation's Senior Story Editor Paula Froelich spills the latest tea on Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. Finally, Australian commentator Shauna Kay joins Tom for a fiery “Royal Roast” breaking down the backlash to Meghan and Harry’s controversial Australia plans. It’s a jam-packed first episode full of scoops, sharp commentary, and the royal drama everyone is talking about. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices In this debut episode of The Royalist, host Tom Sykes dives straight into the biggest royal scandals of the moment with a blockbuster interview featuring royal biographer Andrew Lownie, who explains why the fallout from Prince Andrew and Jeffrey Epstein revelations could pose an unprecedented crisis for King Charles III and the monarchy—and gives his extraordinary solution. Iconic fashion editor Plum Sykes reports after the Cheltenham Festival with behind-the-scenes royal fashion and society gossip, while NewsNation's Senior Story Editor Paula Froelich spills the latest tea on Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. Finally, Australian commentator Shauna Kay joins Tom for a fiery “Royal Roast” breaking down the backlash to Meghan and Harry’s controversial Australia plans. It’s a jam-packed first episode full of scoops, sharp commentary, and the royal drama everyone is talking about.

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]]> 3868 Coming Soon - The Royalist Subscribe now - first episode coming 3/18/26 on podcast platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Fri, 13 Mar 2026 04:00:00 -0000 trailer The Daily Beast Subscribe now - first episode coming 3/18/26 on podcast platforms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Subscribe now - first episode coming 3/18/26 on podcast platforms.

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