Crown And Controversy - 1. The Engagement

On Saturday we'll be sharing epsiodes of Crown and Controvery's first season. You can listen to the rest of Seaosn 1 and Season 2 in the Crown and Controversy feed AND you may also like Crown and Controversy: Norway. In November 2010, Prince William proposed to Kate Middleton—and the monarchy’s future shifted forever. But this royal fairytale had its shadows: a university romance tested by separation, the media’s “Waity Katie” taunts, and the ever-present ghost of Princess Diana. In our premiere episode, we trace the couple’s long road to engagement—from St Andrews to a remote cabin in Kenya—and unpack the pressures, symbolism, and modern stakes behind the sapphire ring that once belonged to William’s mother. As the royal institution searched for relevance in the 21st century, could a commoner from Bucklebury carry the Crown forward? Get episodes of Palace Intrigue by becommming a paid subscriber on Apple Podcasts. Click the button that says uninterrupted listening. Just $5 a month, and that includes many ofther shows on the Caloroga Shark network. Royal Books: William and Catherine: The Monarchy's New Era: The Inside Story The Royal Insider: My Life with the Queen, the King and Princess Diana