In this episode we break down the Royal Family and all the current turmoil within the walls of Buckingham Palace. I have some thoughts.
We also discuss Cheer on Netflix and how it has become our new obsession and we’d like to become best friends with Monica.
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Show Notes:
– Trailer for Cheer on Netflix
– Cheer on Netflix (not for the children – the language is rough)
– Spirit Rise by our friend and favorite podcast guest Travis Cottrell on Apple Music
– Spirit Rise by our friend and favorite podcast guest Travis Cottrell on Spotify
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I think it’s pretty unfortunate you ignore all the racism that’s been thrown at Meghan. This is why she’s leaving, not because the royal duties are “too much.” For a small example, take a look at these tabloid headlines on how Meghan was treated differently than Kate on the exact same issues. These headlines barely scrape the surface of the very real racist vitriol that Meghan has had to deal with.
https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/ellievhall/meghan-markle-kate-middleton-double-standards-royal
These are really great examples of how the British press has treated MM far differently than they currently treat KM. I’m sure KM endured all kinds of crap from the British media in the years leading up to her marriage to Prince W, but I would wager the British press has been far worse with MM.
I wanted to add that I find it astonishing that the recently fired senior royal Prince Andrew has retained his HRH status, his dukedom and his publicly funded security. He basically got to retire early from royal life for ‘allegedly’ raping underage girls provided by Jeffrey Epstein. And Britons are MORE up in arms about SUSSEXIT. This whole ordeal must be such a gift for him and the Crown because it shifts the focus off of him and his predatory behavior that ultimately cost him his role in the RF and brought major embarrassment to his family. But sure, let’s pile on M&H.
Having said all of this, I’m not 100% team Sussex either. Yes, the British press has been awful to them. Yes, there’s a racist element at play. But, as Melanie said on the podcast, there are NUMEROUS documentaries, stories, books written that show what life is like as a Royal. And it’s definitely not all glamour and glitz. Princess Diana’s life alone is a giant red flag to anyone who may wish to sign up for this type of life. Meghan admitted in their recent documentary about how she had people try and warn her and she wouldn’t hear it. I’m sure even Harry tried to tell her what she should expect. She thought it would be ‘fair’ is such a naive statement from her IMO.
I really have a bad feeling this is all going to backfire on them. I have adored M&H as a couple, particularly early in their early days of their engagement and wedding. They appear to be so smitten with each other and it’s adorable and I’ve been thrilled for him especially. But I’m starting to get some not great vibes from MM. Is she using all of this AND Harry to get rich and famous on a global scale? Will people want to work with them now that Harry is not an active Royal? Maybe they will and maybe they’re gonna set the world on fire, but I have some doubts. I also get the sense that the Royal family has a sense this marriage will not last and that’s why they are being ‘agreeable’ to this arrangement. I think they believe Harry will come crawling back once this all implodes. Time will tell.
My feeling is there is a much, much bigger picture at play here that has culminated in Harry and Meghan stepping back from a senior position; not the same as abdicating entirely, which the press seems to be ignoring. Unless things change they are still royal, they just don’t want to rely on crown money or be scrutinized relentlessly by courtiers, and who could blame them? This is a game that has been going on since Charles’ seethed with jealousy over Diana eclipsing him, in his mind. His aids initiated a whispering campaign that was vile. These different aids compete against each other and are very territorial about the royals they serve. I had no idea there was such a hierarchy in Buckingham Palace among staff. Now, fast forward, to trying to make Charles and Camilla legitimatized in public opinion with the spotlight on them. No matter what they do, they are never going to erase that it should be Diana on the throne beside him. It’s my feeling, they liked the attention Meghan initially brought the royal family then feared it because the public rating numbers shocked courtiers after their first tour. So what happens? The negative press starts, with blatant lies and racist undertones, palace leaks, a smear campaign. It’s a repeat of Diana all over again. Who can blame Harry and Meghan for wanting to rid themselves of the false narratives they’ve publicly endured and basically told to disappear into the background at public event” I certainly don’t. Watch the Remembrance service tapes of 2019. The palace wanted to use them on their terms. Meghan and Harry have too much to do in this world to have their hands tied by jealous courtiers and other family members, in my opinion. They don’t seem tired and worn out from all the work, they seem tired of the sniping, falsehoods, maligning and being told what they can and cannot devote their hearts and time to.
I’m so over Harry and Meghan. I don’t think Harry knows what he’s gotten into and I think Meghan is a talented actress with a big ego.