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LIVE episode: More on Andrew Mountbatten Windsor
We went live to talk about the ongoing investigation and the papers exploring Andrew's appointment as trade representative. This episode is presented as recorded without major editing.
Royal roundup May 2026 - is William a Christian, the ageing working Royals and Charles goes stateside
As William attempts to reassure the public that he is committed to the Church of England, others raise questions about his ability to serve as supreme governor.The working Royals assembled to mark…
The Sussex situation, May 2026
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are rarely out of the news. Recent months have seen critics decry the "failure" of their commercial ventures. Harry has intervened in global politics and the duchess…
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and the ongoing saga
We recap the latest events and reactions in the ever-unfolding drama around the former Duke of York. As revelations continue to surface we analyse the consequences for the wider Royal family and the…
RHG reacts to Andrew's arrest
Unedited and unpolished. What does this mean for Andrew? What does this mean for the monarchy?
Royal Roundup Dec 2025-Jan 2026: The Royals at Xmas, the Queen speaks out, a little love for Meghan
Christmas represents a high-profile time in the Royal calendar, as the world watches the family make their way to church on Christmas Day. Recent weeks however, have also given us plenty of…
The vagaries and history of Royal titles: With Jason Loch
The King's decision to strip Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor of all Royal accolades has raised serious questions about the way styles and titles work in Britain. We had the pleasure of catching up with…
Royal Roundup November 2025: The Royals remember, money matters and justice for Diana
November was another busy month in Royal news. Royal commentator James Taylor joins RHG creator Gareth Streeter to discuss the stories that hit headlines in recent weeks.Following the Andrew…
The Andrew formerly known as "Prince" - a Royal History Geeks special charting the fall of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor
To prevent our October 2025 "Royal roundup" being dominated by the fall of the Yorks, we have devoted an entire bonus episode to the topic.We discuss the events that led up to Andrew's fall, the…
Royal roundup October 2025: a King defends faith and a Prince summons change
The King and Queen make an historic visit to the Vatican with the King, head of the Church of England praying publicly with the Bishop of Rome. William gives a controversial - and unexpected - …
Royal roundup: Sept 2025 - one Donald, two Dukes, three Duchesses and 5000 years of female monarchy
Join us as we review the Royal comings and goings of September 2025.From the sad death of the Duchess of Kent to the bells and whistles of Trump's state visits, September was saturated with Royal…
Q&A: the Abdication crisis
In the final part of our series on the Abdication crisis of 1936, we answer your questions.With Royal History Geeks creator, Gareth Streeter and Royal commentator, James Taylor.
"Why is he so weak?" Part 8 of our series on the Abdication crisis
The reign of King Edward VIII is over. Now, the newly created Duke of Windsor begins his exile. Painfully for Edward, he must wait several long months before he can make Wallis his Duchess. This…
"Impossible to carry" - part 7 of our series on the Abdication crisis
After six weeks of build up, it is finally time to explore the actual Abdication of Edward VIII - the only truly voluntary surrendering of the throne in history.It this episode, RHG founder Gareth…
"A pretty kettle of fish" - part 6 of our Abdication crisis series
In this episode we pause the continuity of the crisis to take a look at how the events of 1936 affected members of the Royal family.Despite it having huge repercussions on their lives, Britain's…
"The King's Party" - part 5 of our Abdication crisis series
When the story of the King's relationship with the twice-divorced Wallis Simpson broke in the British press, Edward VIII believed his abdication was inevitable. But for a brief moment on the 4th and…
"No, Prime Minister" - part 4 of our Abdication crisis series
As Wallis Simpson awaits her divorce hearing, the Prime Minister, Stanley Baldwin, pleads with Edward VIII to change course. From that moment, the relationship between the King and Mrs Simpson…
Your questions answered (Twixmas special)
What are your burning Royal history questions? Over twixmas, Gareth will do his best to answer them...
The summer of love - part 3 of our series on the Abdication crisis
As the events of 1936 heat up, the King abandons the traditional Balmoral summer for a pleasure cruise of the Balkans. The world media goes crazy for pictures of the King and Mrs Simpson. The…
Long live the King! Part 2 of our series on the Abdication crisis, featuring Adrian Phillips
The second part in our series on the Abdication crisis of 1936. Edward VIII ascends the throne and immediately begins a subtle but determined campaign to position Wallis Simpson as his consort. But…
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Royal History Geeks has published 36 episodes since October 2024, covering topics in Documentary, History.
Royal History Geeks is currently moderate with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 1h 11m.
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