Americrown Dreams - A British Royal Family Podcast
SamfunnSelf-appointed royal correspondents Jenna and Katelyn discuss current events in the British Royal Family with a keen focus on the third generation of royals, The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, Prince Harry and the Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle.
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- 51 - Harry and Meghan’s Tour Part II: Fiji and Tonga (00:59:57)
On this week’s episode, Jenna and Katelyn continue their coverage of the Duke and Duchess of Sussexs’ first major tour--this time, discussing the couple’s stops in Fiji and Tonga. Tune in to hear all about what they were up to from October 23-26, including their romantic night at a private island resort, Meghan’s stunning formalwear, and Harry’s fun tropical shirt. But first, your hosts review the Dutch Royals’ state visit. It’s clear that Queen Maxima packed both her sartorial A-Game and some amazing jewels for her trip from the Netherlands. Not to be outdone, Duchess Kate donned *festoons* of diamonds and her standby tiara, along with her new orders and a controversial McQueen gown. Plus, we address the rumors of a schism at the Kensington Palace press office!
- 50 - G’Day, Harry and Meghan: Part I of the Duke and Duchess of Sussexs’ Tour (01:04:38)
Harry and Meghan kicked off their 16-day tour “down under” by announcing some big news, but that hasn’t had too much of an impact on their busy schedule! On this episode, Jenna and Katelyn review what the royals were up to on the first half of their visit to Oceania (October 16-22). Koalas! Dubbo! Macaroni necklace! Invictus! Plus, what the heck is a “Fluro Friday”? Tune in to find out, and to hear what your hosts have thought of Meghan’s wardrobe thus far!
- 49 - Baby Sussex On the Way: Meghan Markle is Pregnant and Princess Eugenie’s Wedding Recap (01:21:54)
BABY!!!!!!!!! Just when we thought we couldn’t ask for anything more from the Duke and Duchess of Sussex as they embark on a 16-day tour of the South Pacific, Harry and Meghan gift us all with a wonderful announcement: They’re expecting! Recorded the day the news broke, join Katelyn and Jenna as they discuss the signs they totally missed, speculate on the arrival date, and talk about whether the couple will make any changes to their grueling itinerary in light of the baby on board! Also on this episode, after a brief rundown of Kate’s October 10 appearance at the Victoria and Albert Museum, your hosts recap Eugenie’s big day! With the beautiful ceremony dress, surprising stunner of a tiara, and *fire emoji* groom’s glasses, the newlyweds looked amazing. The rest of the family, on the other hand, presented a mixed bag. Tune in to hear our thoughts on Fergie’s hat, Bea’s headband, the Duchess of Cambridge’s PDA with Prince William, Meghan’s coat of secrets, and the reappearance of all of Prince Harry’s exes.
- 48 - Kate Middleton Returns, Meghan Markle Visits Sussex and Princess Eugenie’s Wedding Predictions (00:58:18)
It’s almost time for another royal wedding! On October 12, it will be Princess Eugenie’s turn to walk down the aisle at St. George's. Join Jenna and Katelyn as they discuss the details of these nuptials and as they speculate on possible dress designers and tiaras for the younger York sister’s big day. Also in this episode, Kate is back in action and doing what she does best: wearing her Penelope Chilvers boots and talking to adorable children about nature! As for Harry and Meghan, they made their first visit to Sussex since becoming Duke and Duchess of the county. Tune in to hear all about their date with a rare copy of the Declaration of Independence, how Meghan’s outfit made us green with envy, and your hosts’ sighing over how freaking in love those two are! Hand holding!!!!! Ah!!
- 47 - Meghan Markle Goes Solo and Cooks for a Good Cause (01:04:51)
Join Jenna and Katelyn as they catch up on what Meghan Markle has been doing in her first 100 days as the Duchess of Sussex! In this episode, your hosts tell you where you can get a good look at Meghan’s gorgeous veil, discuss the new bundle of joy Harry and Meghan have brought home (spoiler, it’s a black lab!), review Meghan’s first solo outing, and spend some time swooning over Meghan’s wedding (guest) fashion, Doria’s shoes, and how handsome Harry looks, even when he’s stealing your samosas. Plus, we chat about the Duchess of Cambridge’s last unofficial event before her maternity leave ended. Are alice-band toppers Kate’s new staple? How does she keep Prince George from spilling things on his satin trousers?! Do they make adult versions of Princess Charlotte’s bridesmaids dress?!?? Tune in to hear all about it!
- 46 - Meghan Markle's New Home, Prince George Turns Five and Fergie's Fotos Returns! (00:54:18)
The royals are mostly still on vacation so Jenna and Katelyn discuss British Royal Family news before the Firm abandoned public life. There’s a lot of whys in our latest episode and we’ve got the answers! Camilla is eating ice cream with Judi Dench! Prince Charles is racing around his garden counting butterflies and we tell Jan (who?!) she needs to chill. Additionally, Harry and Meghan may have a new home and we review our favorite Instagram Mom’s continually baffling and amazing feed! Lastly, a certain adorable prince turned five and we share some (probably) terrible tips on how to get invited to Princess Eugenie’s wedding. So...come back Kate and Meghan!
- 45 - Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle Together at Tennis and Other Mid-July News (01:02:38)
On this week’s episode, Jenna and Katelyn talk about the happenings with the Royals from mid-July. Yes, this means your hosts talk about President Tr*mp’s visit to the UK. Listen to hear our thoughts on the Queen’s brooches, the supposed Brexit talk, and whether we think Princes Charles and William really refused to meet with him. *Looks up picture of Prince George in a bathrobe shaking President Obama’s hand* *deep breaths* *wistful gazing at what once was* *Ahem* After that, we move on to some much more fun and interesting events! The christening pictures! Harry and Meghan go to Dublin! Double Duchesses at Wimbledon (their sunglasses!!)!!! Finally, we wrap up the episode with coverage of Harry and Meghan’s visit to the exhibition in honor of Nelson Mandela’s 100th birthday. (Seriously, skip the first segment if you need to. We understand.)
- 44 - Prince Louis Is A Pagan Baby No More And We Review What Meghan Markle Is Wearing These Days! (01:05:35)
Jenna and Katelyn are back with a whirlwind review of some fun royal events. First up, your hosts talk all about Meghan’s fashionable forays to official engagements, as well as Royal Ascot and polo parties. And you know how the old song goes: “Louie, Louie / oh baby / take me to your christening!” Well, it happened! Little baby Louis put on the traditional lacy frock and showed off his cheeks to the world. Katelyn and Jenna discuss everyone’s outfits, the ceremony, and the godparents. In the final segment, we celebrate the Centenary of the Royal Air Force with all the senior Royals and William, Harry, Kate, and Meghan! Also in this episode, we give credit to the Queen’s youngest son, who has definitely inherited his mother’s penchant for pageantry, especially when it comes to unveiling things! Listen to hear all about Edward’s hereto unknown comedy chops!
- 43 - Meghan Markle’s Day Out With Her Majesty And Kate Middleton Appears For Trooping The Colour (00:53:57)
The honeymoon is over and everyone’s back to work! Not only are Jenna and Katelyn returning with a new episode, but the Royals are back in the thick of things. Join your hosts as they discuss this year’s Trooping the Colour, some upcoming trips for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, and some candid photos of Kate wrangling George and Charlotte while watching Wills play polo. Also in this episode: Is Meghan looking a bit...robotic? Has Harry taken on the role of Meghan’s stylist? And where the heck did they honeymoon?! Listen to hear our thoughts!
- 42 - Meghan Markle Designs Her Coat of Arms and Kate Middleton Delights in Zara (00:39:51)
There’s been a lot of news since Meghan and Harry’s wedding and this episode is just the start of catching up! On this episode, we discuss the Duchess of Sussex’s continued introduction into the Firm! She’s got her own Coat of Arms, a fantastic About Me page, and for her first Buckingham Palace garden party, Meghan goes full duchess. Also on the docket: a designer seems bitter she didn’t create Meghan’s dress, Kate is spotted with George and Charlotte, and where did Meghan and Harry go on honeymoon? Can we PLEASE come with?!
- 41 - Wedding Bells at Windsor - Prince Harry and Meghan Markle Say “I Do” (01:46:06)
On this episode, Jenna and Katelyn finally discuss all the details of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s big day! May 19 was sunny and warm in Windsor, and everything looked beautiful: the church, the flowers, the guests, the weird minibuses, and, last but not least, bride Meghan Markle. Here in the USA, in Katelyn’s basement, the sun had not risen, but your hosts were awake, sporting fascinators with their pajamas, and swooning over Prince Harry’s lip biting. It was a magical morning where we learned a lot about the power of love. Also: Bananas are psychic?! Join your hosts as we discuss what Meghan wore: the (surprise!) Givenchy dress, that stunning veil, and Queen Mary’s diamond bandeau, as well as some notable fashion choices made by the family and other guests. We also talk about the service, the ride through Windsor, and the KISS, followed by the reception looks and rumored happenings at Frogmore House.
- 40 - Harry & Meghan: A Royal Romance Reaction (00:57:42)
Ever since the engagement was announced, Jenna and Katelyn have been eagerly anticipating another event: the Lifetime movie! On Sunday, May 13, Lifetime aired Harry & Meghan: A Royal Romance, a two-hour dramatization of the couple’s love story. On this episode, your hosts discuss their thoughts on this cinematic masterpiece. Listen to hear about the amazing Parisa Fitz-Henley, the interesting portrayal of the Cambridges, and, of course, ghost-lion Diana. You can find us using #americrowndreamscometrue on our Instagram (@americrowndreams) / Facebook (@americrowndreams) / Twitter (@americrowndream). As always, get in touch at americrowndreams@gmail.com!
- 39 - Midnight Markle Madness and Final Royal Wedding Predictions (01:10:04)
It’s almost here! With only a few days until Harry and Meghan tie the knot, Jenna and Katelyn figured they’d revisit their wedding predictions and maybe discuss some of the final details announced by Kensington Palace. But the Markle family had different plans. Join your hosts as they talk about the developments that have no doubt sent the minds at KP reeling in the run up to the big day. In the second half of the episode, we go with our original plan and issue our final predictions for the dress, the tiara, and the couple’s potential title, all with a little help from some psychic fruit. Listen and see who is right: the fallible humans, or the all-knowing magical bananas? And on May 19, we will be live-blogging the festivities! Find us using #americrowndreamscometrue on our Instagram (@americrowndreams) / Facebook (@americrowndreams) / Twitter (@americrowndream). You can also, as always, get in touch at americrowndreams@gmail.com!
- 38 - Meghan Markle Forgoes A Maid Of Honor, And Tips For Your Own Royal Wedding Party! (01:11:26)
Listeners!! It’s happening!!!!! Wedding mania has taken over the podcast, putting other royals news on the back burner for a little bit. Join Jenna and Katelyn as they discuss the latest announcements from Kensington Palace about what we can expect for Harry and Meghan’s big day. William is the best man! Meghan’s parents will escort her to her Prince! The music! The carriage! And did Harry reveal the dress designer? Or is he just getting Meghan a nice wedding present from a British fashion label? We also take a great listener suggestion and talk about how you can celebrate the nuptials from the comfort of your own couch! For food and drinks, Katelyn has some tasty recipe recommendations, and Jenna provides some good tips for those of us who like to go the “pre-made” route. Your hosts also discuss the decor and attire for the event, as well as some fun games. Take note! Jenna and Katelyn will be live-blogging their party on social media! Follow #americrowndreamscometrue on Instagram @americrowndreams / Facebook @americrowndreams / Twitter @americrowndream. We would love for you to share your own plans for May 19 with us there, or you can email us: americrowndreams@gmail.com
- 37 - Louis Arthur Charles Cambridge (00:19:40)
With Harry and Meghan’s wedding only two weeks away, Jenna and Katelyn want to discuss the latest with the Cambridges before completely falling under the spell of royal wedding fever! Join your hosts as they share their quick takes on baby’s Louis’s name, his cheeks, and his adorable photo shoot with the newly 3 Charlotte.
- 36 - Royal Baby Cambridge Has Landed (00:37:19)
Jenna and Katelyn celebrate the birth of Kate Middleton and Prince William’s third child! Welcome to the world baby prince! Going over a timeline of the day, we learn that waving is Princess Charlotte’s favorite, Prince William is an expert, and once again Kate is an amazing human thanks to magic (and her glam squad). We also discuss the outfit Kate wore to debut her newborn son, the history of the birth announcement easel, a few messages of congratulations from around the world, and how a banana totally knew that this baby was a boy!
- 35 - The Royal Baby Watch Continues and More of Meghan Markle’s Wedding Preparations (00:49:51)
With only one month until Prince Harry’s wedding to Meghan Markle and a new royal baby due any day now, Jenna and Katelyn are back to discuss the latest in British royals news! Join your hosts as we review the logistics around the birth of Baby Cambridge #3 and the final preparations for the wedding, including Meghan’s recent trip to the U.S, the photographer, and an interesting attempt by Meghan’s relatives to capitalize on the wedding mania #greenery. And speaking of #greenery, we also talk about The Queen’s Green Planet, as well as Charles’s retro clothing, Harry and Meghan’s trip to Bath for Invictus trials, the first events of the Commonwealth meeting, and the Daily Mail’s fascination with feet.
- 34 - Baby Cambridge Three, What Will Your Name Be? (00:53:11)
April is here, and Jenna and Katelyn are breathlessly anticipating the arrival of Baby Cambridge Three! We are very excited for Will, Kate, George, and Charlotte to welcome a new bundle of joy to Kensington Palace. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have not announced whether they’re expecting a new prince or princess, but that has not stopped the press or the public from speculating on some possible names. On this episode, your hosts join in, discussing some history behind royal names, what the betting shops favor, and our own predictions.
- 33 - Kate Middleton In Her Natural Habitat And Meghan Markle Showers Us With Royal Wedding Updates! (00:53:14)
April showers bring May flowers—if by “showers” we mean floods of wedding updates! As May 19 draws nearer, Kensington Palace has been releasing more and more information about the upcoming nuptials of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. Listen to find out more about the cake, the flowers, and the very special role Harry has carved out for members and veterans of the armed forces! Also on this episode, Katelyn and Jenna go over the royals news for Easter week 2018. Join us as we discuss the Queen’s maundy money, Prince William’s investiture of Sir Ringo Starr, the Duchess of Cambridge’s last engagements before her maternity leave begins, and Harry and Meghan’s trip to Northern Ireland. Plus, “Wait(rose)-y Katey” and Lupo lives!!
- 32 - Tiara Time! Our Meghan Markle Wedding Sparkle Predictions (01:40:52)
This episode, we finally touch on one of our favorite parts of a royal wedding: the bridal tiara! Join Jenna and Katelyn as they discuss what British brides have worn in the past and predict whether Meghan will don a Royal Family heirloom like Kate Middleton did, a vintage piece like Princess Margaret, or whether a custom design will be her “something new.” In the news, Prince William is a rebel with a cause (playing dad soccer), the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge celebrated St. Patrick’s Day with their friend Domhnall, the Queen took the first official step to give consent to Prince Harry and Meghan’s wedding, and Harry has allegedly refused to sign a pre-nup!
- 31 - Meghan Markle Pledges Allegiance to the Anglican God (01:10:12)
Katelyn and Jenna are back to discuss what’s new with the British royals. This episode, the Queen shines in a bright gown, Will and Kate continue their typical charity circuit, and Meghan and Harry celebrate International Women’s Day with a trip to Birmingham. But your hosts were not stuck reporting only these more typical stories. Join us as we talk about the more fun/bizarre news, like how Meghan has now pledged her allegiance to Anglicanism, how the Commonwealth Day celebration involved the Royal Family (and Meghan Markle!) being serenaded by Liam Payne (??) singing John Mayer (????), some exciting developments from the set of the Lifetime movie, and an interesting souvenir to commemorate the upcoming nuptials. And nothing tops the crazy rumors that Duchess Kate isn’t the only one expecting a Windsor baby!! Tune in to hear all about it!
- 30 - Meghan Markle’s Hen Do and Prince William, Motorcycle Model (01:09:09)
On this episode, Jenna and Katelyn once again catch up on the news! From the Queen’s appearance at London Fashion Week alongside Anna Wintour, to William’s modelesque poses atop a motorbike, the British Royals have had a very fashionable few weeks. But the biggest excitement came from the first official appearance of the “Fab Four” at the Royal Foundation Forum event on February 28. Join your hosts as they discuss these events, the recent sartorial choices of Duchess Kate and Meghan Markle, and the latest wedding updates and gossip!
- 29 - Markle Sparkle and Air-Miles Andy (01:20:31)
After an post from our #InstagramMuse Sarah, Duchess of York, wishing her ex a happy birthday we take a quick look at Prince Andrew’s life and why he happens to have a whole tab on Wikipedia for his controversies. In our news segment we discuss The Cambridges at the BAFTAS, Kate and Sophie’s joint engagement for fashion, “Markle Sparkle,” and more!
- 28 - Meghan Markle’s Scottish Valentine and the Princes’ Exes (01:36:27)
In honor of Valentine’s Day, join Jenna and Katelyn as they discuss the love lives of Princes William and Harry. First, in the news segment, your hosts cover Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s romantic February 13 trip to Edinburgh, including updates on stag and hen dos, a pony, and tartan coats. Then, because Valentine’s Day isn’t always a happy holiday, we look at William and Harry’s less successful relationships and the women who preceded Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle. In other news, we talk about the Queen’s return to work, Duchess Kate’s busy schedule, Meghan Markle’s secret philanthropy, Harry’s solo rugby jaunt, and the latest wedding details! If you have any feedback or ideas for topics you’d like us to cover, get in touch! (email: americrowndreams@gmail.com / facebook: @americrowndreams / instagram: @americrowndreams / twitter: @americrowndream).
- 27 - The Cambridges take Scandinavia and Lifetime finds their Meghan Markle (01:10:30)
This episode, your hosts cover Will and Kate's Most recent jaunt in the realm of soft diplomacy: their trip to Sweden and Norway! With the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge back in the UK, Katelyn and Jenna review their trip, discussing the other royal families, Kate’s amazing cape, and glogg! We also react to the exciting news that the Prince Harry and Meghan Markle movie has been cast. If you have any feedback or ideas for topics you’d like us to cover, get in touch! (email: americrowndreams@gmail.com / facebook: @americrowndreams / instagram: @americrowndreams / twitter: @americrowndream).