THE ROYAL BEAT

THE ROYAL BEAT

True Royalty TV’s topical royal chat show, hosted by Kate Thornton and featuring three guest experts, from royal newspaper editors to former Palace insiders to historians specializing in monarchy. Every episode goes behind the headlines to bring to viewers fresh, detailed insight into the biggest royal stories from the UK and around the world.

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  • The Royal Beat - Collection: Princess Anne at 75

    S1 Ep6: On The Royal Beat - Collection, as the Princess Royal turns 75, we dedicate the show to her life and royal duty. Known for her no-nonsense approach and tireless work ethic, Princess Anne has redefined modern monarchy through decades of unwavering service. From a competitive equestrian to ...

  • The Royal Beat - Collection: The Royal Matriarch - The Queen Mother

    S1 Ep5: On The Royal Beat - Collection, to mark the 125th anniversary of her birth, this episode celebrates the Queen Mother's extraordinary life. Royal experts and historians trace her journey from reluctant duchess to beloved matriarch, examining her enduring impact on the monarchy. They also u...

  • The Royal Beat - Collection: A Scottish Love Affair

    S1 Ep4: On this episode of The Royal Beat - Collection, as the royals head to Scotland for their summer break, the experts discuss the late Queen's connection to Balmoral as well as Prince William and Princess Catherine's recent trip to the Hebrides and the annual Holyrood Week.

  • The Royal Beat - Collection: Catherine & William - Future King and Queen

    S1 Ep3: On this episode of The Royal Beat - Collection, after Princess Catherine’s cancer diagnosis, we discuss her recovery, return to work, and how she and Prince William have navigated this difficult period in their relationship. The expert guests will also give their insight on how they’re do...

  • The Royal Beat - Book Club: The Real Sophie - Her Life Revealed

    Series 2, Episode 8: The Royal Beat - Book Club uncovers fascinating stories, salacious scandals and highlights individuals that have shaped the monarchy in years gone by. In this show hosted by Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen, our experts discuss the life of Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh. From her early ...

  • The Royal Beat: Becks & The King: A Knight At Last!

    Series 7, Episode 16: The Royal Beat takes you to the heart of royal matters and dissects the latest news about the monarchy. In this episode our experts discuss the relationship between the King and Sir David Beckham as the former footballer finally receives a Knighthood, as well as looking into...

  • The Royal Beat - Collection: Meghan - A New Chapter

    S1 Ep2: On this episode of The Royal Beat - Collection, five years on from leaving the Royal Family, Meghan has started a new chapter focusing on her entrepreneurial endeavours. From podcasts and television to jam and flower sprinkles, unpack the Duchess of Sussex’s recent business ventures and f...

  • The Royal Beat - Collection: State Visits - A Royal Charm Offensive

    S1 Ep1: With President Macron's State Visit to the UK just days away, on this episode of The Royal Beat - Collection, find out how King Charles has navigated politics and diplomacy on previous international visits. From banquets to gifts, the show also uncovers the ways the UK and other nations c...

  • The Royal Beat - Back In Time: The Duke of Monmouth: The Royal Rebel

    Series 2, Episode 8: The Royal Beat - Back in Time uncovers fascinating stories, salacious scandals and highlights individuals that have shaped the monarchy in years gone by. In this episode, we discuss the fascinating life of the Duke of Monmouth, from his chaotic childhood to his military explo...

  • The Royal Beat - Book Club: Royal Private Lives

    Series 2, Episode 7: The Royal Beat - Book Club is the go-to show for choosing your next royal read. Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen presents the show and is joined by the author of 'Strangers and Intimates: The Rise and Fall of Private Life' Dr Tiffany Jenkins as well as historian Dr Tessa Dunlop and ro...

  • The Royal Beat: Charles & Camilla: Pomp, Pageantry and Politics

    Series 7, Episode 15: The Royal Beat takes you to the heart of royal matters and dissects the latest news about the monarchy - with experts brimming with knowledge. In this episode we dissect the King and Queen’s recent visit to Canada, as well as find out how Prince William plans “to bring about...

  • The Royal Beat - Back In Time: Royal Statues: Stories Set in Stone

    Series 2, Episode 7: The Royal Beat - Back in Time uncovers fascinating stories, salacious scandals and highlights individuals that have shaped the monarchy in years gone by. In this episode, uncover the fascinating history of some of Britain's most iconic royal statues, from Richard I to the pro...

  • The Royal Beat: The Royals in Full Bloom

    Series 7, Episode 14: The Royal Beat takes you to the heart of royal matters and dissects the latest news about the monarchy - with experts brimming with knowledge. In this episode there’s plenty to unearth - from the King and Queen's visit to the Chelsea Flower Show, to the monarchs' upcoming vi...

  • The Royal Beat - Book Club: William & Harry's Feud

    Series 2, Episode 6: The Royal Beat - Book Club is the go-to show for choosing your next royal read. Katie Nicholl guest presents the show and is joined by the author of 'William and Harry: The Biography of the Two Princes' Ingrid Seward as well as the Mail on Sunday's Editor at Large Charlotte G...

  • The Royal Beat: Royals Lead VE Day Celebrations

    Series 7, Episode 13: The Royal Beat takes you to the heart of royal matters and dissects the latest news about the monarchy. Kate Thornton presents the show and is joined by The Mirror's Royal Editor Russell Myers, Royal Contributor for The Washington Post Sarah Hewson and Royal Commentator for ...

  • The Royal Beat - Back In Time: The History of Coronations

    Series 2, Episode 6: The Royal Beat - Back in Time uncovers fascinating stories, salacious scandals and highlights individuals that have shaped the monarchy in years gone by. Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen hosts the show and is joined by historian Gareth Russell, Royal Central’s Editor June Woolerton an...

  • The Royal Beat: The Royals Pay Tribute to Pope Francis

    Series 7, Episode 12: The Royal Beat takes you to the heart of royal matters and dissects the latest news about the monarchy - with experts brimming with knowledge. Kate Thornton presents the show and is joined by Royal Editor for ITV News Chris Ship, Royal Commentator at NBC News Daisy McAndrew ...

  • The Royal Beat - Book Club: The Royal Palaces: Secrets and Scandals

    Series 2, Episode 5: The Royal Beat - Book Club is the go-to show for choosing your next royal read. Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen presents the show and is joined by the author of 'The Royal Palaces: Secrets and Scandals' Professor Kate Williams, as well as historians Nicola Tallis and Nathen Amin. In ...

  • The Royal Beat: Prince Harry's Back In Court

    Series 7, Episode 11: The Royal Beat takes you to the heart of royal matters and dissects the latest news about the monarchy - with experts brimming with knowledge. Katie Nicholl guest presents the show and is joined by Chief Royal Correspondent at Newsweek Jack Royston, former Press Secretary to...

  • The Royal Beat - Back In Time: The King's Painter

    Series 2, Episode 5: The Royal Beat - Back in Time uncovers fascinating stories, salacious scandals and highlights individuals that have shaped the monarchy in years gone by. Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen hosts the show and is joined by author of 'Holbein: The Ambassadors' Tracy Borman as well as histo...

  • The Royal Beat: Meghan's New Podcast

    Series 7, Episode 10: The Royal Beat takes you to the heart of royal matters and dissects the latest news about the monarchy - with experts brimming with knowledge. Kate Thornton presents the show and is joined by The Mirror's Royal Editor Russell Myers, Royal Editor for The Sunday Times Roya Nik...

  • The Royal Beat - Book Club: A History of Royal Jubilees

    Series 2, Episode 4: On this episode of The Royal Beat - Book Club, get your flags at the ready and put the bunting up as Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen dives into June Woolerton's book - A History of British Royal Jubilees. Along with the author, royal commentator Wesley Kerr and former press secretary...

  • The Royal Beat: The Verdict On Meghan's New Series

    Series 7, Episode 9: The Royal Beat takes you to the heart of royal matters and dissects the latest news about the monarchy - with experts brimming with knowledge. Kate Thornton presents the show and is joined by three royal editors - The Times' Kate Mansey, The Sun's Matt Wilkinson and HELLO! Ma...

  • The Royal Beat - Back In Time: James Stuart and His 'Favourites'

    Series 2, Episode 4: The Royal Beat - Back in Time uncovers fascinating stories, salacious scandals and highlights individuals that have shaped the monarchy in years gone by. Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen hosts the show and is joined by three historians, Dr Elizabeth Norton, Nicola Tallis and author of...