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The Princess of Wales turned 43 today - and husband Prince William marked the occasion by sharing a personal message and new photo.

Pod Save the King host Ann Gripper and Mirror royal writer Jennifer Newton discuss the Waleses’ new approach, as well as other birthday messages and another potential milestone on Kate’s return to work.

The team discussed Meghan’s Instagram launch last week - and it has been busy since. They catch up on the newest looks inside Montecito life.

And it is five years since Harry and Meghan announced their plan to quit their royal roles (on their terms). How do things look in 2025?

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367 episodes

Happy Birthday Kate and five years on from Harry and Meghan’s royal exit

Pod Save The King - Royal family news, interviews and fashion

published about a year ago

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The Princess of Wales turned 43 today - and husband Prince William marked the occasion by sharing a personal message and new photo.

The team discussed Meghan’s Instagram launch last week - and it has been busy since. They catch up on the newest looks inside Montecito life.

And it is five years since Harry and Meghan announced their plan to quit their royal roles (on their terms). How do things look in 2025?

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

367 episodes

#News Talk #News #Meghan And Harry #Society #Reach

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27 days ago40:15

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7 weeks ago36:43

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8 weeks ago34:26

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