Show notes
In this episode of Heirs and Spares, Kinsey Schofield and Rupert Bell unpack the latest royal headlines from both sides of the Atlantic, beginning with the Prince and Princess of Wales’ family outing to the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. The pair discuss the growing confidence of Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and scene-stealing Prince Louis, whose giggles and Welsh cycling bucket hat won over spectators. They also break down Prince William’s relatable “embarrassing dad” moment after George hilariously rejected the idea of his parents riding a tandem bicycle around the velodrome. Kinsey and Rupert explore why these authentic family interactions continue to strengthen the Waleses’ public image and what they reveal about the future of the monarchy.The conversation then turns to reports that Prince Harry hopes King Charles will attend next summer’s Invictus Games in Birmingham, with the hosts examining what such an appearance would symbolize given the King’s constitutional role as Head of the British Armed Forces and the ongoing tensions within the royal family. Finally, they discuss Meghan Markle’s latest promotional appearance for Cookie Queens, questioning whether her involvement with a documentary centered on young Girl Scouts represents a genuine passion project or a carefully timed effort to reshape her public image following years of damaging allegations.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

