Kate Skips Ascot, William Teams with Cate Blanchett, and Meghan Goes Full Kardashian

Kate Middleton’s Royal Ascot absence raised eyebrows—until insiders cleared up a carriage list confusion and revealed she’s simply taking things slow post-Trooping the Colour. Meanwhile, Prince William joined Cate Blanchett in Norwich to spotlight sustainable fashion innovation. And over in Montecito, Meghan Markle gears up to unveil her new wine and cocktail brand, with reports of a rosé launch, ready-to-drink cocktails, and flower-infused gin. Vanity Fair and the Mail weigh in, and Meghan's team is already calling her viral video content a “win.” Plus, what else might be coming from American Riviera Orchard?To become a premium subscriber (no ads and no feed drops) visit caloroga.com/plus. For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple Podcasts app which says UNINTERRUPTED LISTENING. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. You also get 25+ other shows on the network ad-free! 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