Off With Their Headlines

The Kennedys, the Windsors, and Terrible Nicknames (ft. Caroline Hallemann) 03.06.2026 1t 2min

Meredith “Millennial” Constant is BACK, and we are catching up with all things royal: their health struggles, their wedding plans, and their nicknames for one another.We’re also sitting down with author Caroline Hallemann to discuss her new book, The Kennedys and the Windsors, out now wherever you buy books. It’s the glittering story of two iconic families whose lives, ambitions, and respective reigns have mirrored each other in surprising ways. ______________________________New episodes every Wednesday and Friday! Listen early & ad-free on Patreon, where you’ll also find exclusive bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/OffWithTheirHeadlines Watch video episodes for free (a few days later) on YouTube.Feedback or questions? Send us a message at @offwiththeirheadlines on IG, or email us at offwiththeirheadlines@gmail.com______________________________Find us on socials:Meredith: Substack | YouTube | TikTok | Instagram Amanda: TikTok | Instagram | Substack | YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Royal Romance and a King-Sized Collection of Takes (ft. Sarah Wendell) 29.05.2026 1t 58min

Amanda is joined by guest host Sarah Wendell, co-founder of the blog Smart Bitches, Trashy Books and host of the podcast Smart Podcast, Trashy Books. In this supersized Friday News Dump, we’ll muse over topics ranging from royal romance tropes to royal health complications perhaps being used as shields against negative coverage.We’ll also break down comments made by royal in-law Mike Tindall about Prince Harry, comments made by the Princess of Wales about Bob the Builder, and comments made by Prince William about (gasp!) scones.Find Sarah at https://smartbitchestrashybooks.com/ or @smartbitches on IG. Sarah is also the author of novella Lighting the Flames and the book Everything I Know About Love, I Learned from Romance Novels, and is the co-author of Beyond Heaving Bosoms: the Smart Bitches’ Guide to Romance Novels. Sarah’s royal romance recs: Red White and Royal Blue - Casey McQuistonFalling Hard for the Royal Guard - Megan Clawson (lives inside Tower of London)The Royal We and/or The Heir Affair - Jessica Morgan, Heather CocksRoyals - Rachel Hawkins Her Royal Highness - Rachel HawkinsCheeky Royal - Nana MaloneA Princess in Theory - Alyssa ColeRoyal Holiday - Jasmine Guillory Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spring 2026 Mailbag 27.05.2026 38min

What would we advise royals in crisis as their PR experts? What does a "global statesman" actually look like? And WHAT is going to happen with Harry and Meghan's titles? It's that time again - time to answer your most burning questions! Thanks for some incredible submissions this time around.Plus, for the first time, we've reserved the spiciest and like, the funnest! answers for "below the fold" (AKA behind the Patreon paywall). ______________________________New episodes every Wednesday and Friday! Listen early & ad-free on Patreon, where you’ll also find exclusive bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/OffWithTheirHeadlines Watch video episodes for free (a few days later) on YouTube.Feedback or questions? Send us a message at @offwiththeirheadlines on IG, or email us at offwiththeirheadlines@gmail.com______________________________Find us on socials:Meredith: Substack | YouTube | TikTok | Instagram Amanda: TikTok | Instagram | Substack | YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Slim Pickins and The Windsor Affair (ft. Melanie Benjamin) 22.05.2026 43min

A brief Friday News Dump for your feeds - despite the bare bones state of royal news today! Plus, Amanda and Meredith sit down with historical fiction author Melanie Benjamin to discuss her new novel, THE WINDSOR AFFAIR. It's a juicy retelling of the legendary feud between Wallis Simpson and Elizabeth Bowes Lyon, the Queen Mother, out June 2nd, 2026. Pre-order wherever you buy books!Melanie is the author of the New York Times bestselling novels THE SWANS OF FIFTH AVENUE and THE AVIATOR'S WIFE, as well as the national bestseller ALICE I HAVE BEEN, and THE AUTOBIOGRAPHY OF MRS. TOM THUMB, THE GIRLS IN THE PICTURE, MISTRESS OF THE RITZ , THE CHILDREN'S BLIZZARD and CALIFORNIA GOLDEN. You can follow along with her at https://melaniebenjamin.substack.com/She also recommends readers check out The Original by Priya Parmar, My Lottery Dream Home on HGTV, videos of baby goats, and T+C Magazine's Book recs: https://www.townandcountrymag.com/best-books-to-read/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

One Normal Human Man vs. Royal Drama (ft. SHANE) 20.05.2026 1t 6min

What if we covered royal news with the baseline knowledge of…an average American? In an OWTH first, we are welcoming a guest host with approximately zero royal knowledge under his belt: Shane! Amanda’s husband lends his expertise to the week’s royal news stories, including reports about Prince William selling parts of the Duchy of Cornwall; Meghan, Duchess of Sussex in Geneva with the W.H.O.; and some surprisingly underperforming royal protection officers.Plus, can Shane Solve Royal Drama? We’ll put him to the test to resolve some of the monarchy’s most talked-about scandals in the last few years!______________________________New episodes every Wednesday and Friday! Listen early & ad-free on Patreon, where you’ll also find exclusive bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/OffWithTheirHeadlines Watch video episodes for free (a few days later) on YouTube.Feedback or questions? Send us a message at @offwiththeirheadlines on IG, or email us at offwiththeirheadlines@gmail.com______________________________Find us on socials:Meredith: Substack | YouTube | TikTok | Instagram Amanda: TikTok | Instagram | Substack | YouTube  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

05.15.2026 Friday News Dump 15.05.2026 43min

Kate's Italian trip and the fashion, State Opening of Parliament Chat, and Prince Harry's op-ed in the New Statesman - what else could you ask for in one episode! ______________________________New episodes every Wednesday and Friday! Listen early & ad-free on Patreon, where you’ll also find exclusive bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/OffWithTheirHeadlines Watch video episodes for free (a few days later) on YouTube.Feedback or questions? Send us a message at @offwiththeirheadlines on IG, or email us at offwiththeirheadlines@gmail.com______________________________Find us on socials:Meredith: Substack | YouTube | TikTok | Instagram Amanda: TikTok | Instagram | Substack | YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Too Piccola for Palace Drama 13.05.2026 1t

This week, we ask an important question: is the royal family simply… too little, too piccola for all this drama?We break down Princess Kate’s upcoming trip to Italy and what it could signal about her return to a more international royal role after a disrupted year. From there, we discuss the royal family’s tributes to Sir David Attenborough on his 100th birthday and whether Prince William’s Earthshot ambitions worked their way into his.We also unpack fresh reports about William’s temper resurfacing in the press, a truly eyebrow-raising story suggesting Queen Camilla and William have united against the Yorks, and a surprising claim that last week's attack on Andrew MBW has implications for Prince Harry's security.Then it’s on to lighter fare: garden party fashion and...what may happen with the King’s possible postponed Speech from the Throne as Keir Starmer faces growing opposition within his own party. (We tried!)Grab a Pimms or an espresso martini and join us for this week’s royal roundup!______________________________New episodes every Wednesday and Friday! Listen early & ad-free on Patreon, where you’ll also find exclusive bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/OffWithTheirHeadlines Watch video episodes for free (a few days later) on YouTube.Feedback or questions? Send us a message at @offwiththeirheadlines on IG, or email us at offwiththeirheadlines@gmail.com______________________________Find us on socials:Meredith: Substack | YouTube | TikTok | Instagram Amanda: TikTok | Instagram | Substack | YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

05.08.26 Friday News Dump ft. Fortesa Latifi 08.05.2026 54min

Fortesa Latifi is an LA-based journalist and the author of “Like, Follow, Subscribe: Influencer Kids and the Cost of a Childhood Online.” Find it wherever books are sold, and keep up with Fortesa at https://www.fortesalatifi.com/ ______________________________New episodes every Wednesday and Friday! Listen early & ad-free on Patreon, where you’ll also find exclusive bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/OffWithTheirHeadlines Watch video episodes for free (a few days later) on YouTube.Feedback or questions? Send us a message at @offwiththeirheadlines on IG, or email us at offwiththeirheadlines@gmail.com______________________________Find us on socials:Meredith: Substack | YouTube | TikTok | Instagram Amanda: TikTok | Instagram | Substack | YouTube______________________________Chani Nicholas is giving our listeners 30–day all access passes to the CHANI app to further explore astrology and themselves! Use the code HEADLINES30. New users can get a 30-day free trial on the iOS CHANI App - visit https://www.chani.com/app to download! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Royal News Ripe for the Picking 06.05.2026 51min

With King Charles’ U.S. visit complete, we are revisiting some of the other royal stories out there this past week. We have a new “star” (not secret weapon!) of the British Royal Family, a Royal baby announcement, coverage of Prince William’s taxes (and what’s missing from the conversation). Plus, a Meghan spotting in the Windy City, the official color of Ascot, and no, they steered clear of white (cough Pantone Cloud Dancer cough) and more! ______________________________New episodes every Wednesday and Friday! Listen early & ad-free on Patreon, where you’ll also find exclusive bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/OffWithTheirHeadlines Watch video episodes for free (a few days later) on YouTube.Feedback or questions? Send us a message at @offwiththeirheadlines on IG, or email us at offwiththeirheadlines@gmail.comChani Nicholas is giving our listeners 30–day all access passes to the CHANI app to further explore astrology and themselves! Use the code HEADLINES30. New users can get a 30-day free trial on the iOS CHANI App - visit https://www.chani.com/app to download!______________________________Find us on socials:Meredith: Substack | YouTube | TikTok | Instagram Amanda: TikTok | Instagram | Substack | YouTube  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

5.01.26 Friday News Dump (ft. Chani Nicholas!) 01.05.2026 45min

It’s a very special Friday News Dump - not only are Amanda and Meredith debriefing the royal visit to the US (which is finally over), we’re also joined by the exquisite Chani Nicholas to break down some astrology content recently reshared by Meghan, Duchess of Sussex! Chani Nicholas is a New York Times best-selling author and astrologer with a community of over one million monthly readers at chani.com. She has been a counseling astrologer for more than 20 years, guiding people to discover and live out their life’s purpose through understanding their birth chart. She has been featured in the New York Times, the Los Angeles Times, Rolling Stone, the New Yorker, the Atlantic, and multiple Netflix series.TY CHANI !!!!! She’s giving our listeners 30–day all access passes to the CHANI app to further explore astrology and themselves! Use the code HEADLINES30. New users can get a 30-day free trial on the iOS CHANI App - visit https://www.chani.com/app to download!______________________________New episodes every Wednesday and Friday! Listen early & ad-free on Patreon, where you’ll also find exclusive bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/OffWithTheirHeadlines Watch video episodes for free (a few days later) on YouTube.Feedback or questions? Send us a message at @offwiththeirheadlines on IG, or email us at offwiththeirheadlines@gmail.com______________________________Find us on socials:Meredith: Substack | YouTube | TikTok | Instagram Amanda: TikTok | Instagram | Substack | YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Royal Soft Power, Served Stateside 29.04.2026 56min

This week’s episode is all about King Charles III and Queen Camilla’s much-anticipated visit to the U.S. Can they save the “special relationship?” Does King Charles….have JOKES? Before that, we touch on recent comments from Prince Harry during his time in Ukraine last week, and how they set the tone heading into a week of high-profile royal appearances this side of the Atlantic.______________________________New episodes every Wednesday and Friday! Listen early & ad-free on Patreon, where you’ll also find exclusive bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/OffWithTheirHeadlines Watch video episodes for free (a few days later) on YouTube.Feedback or questions? Send us a message at @offwiththeirheadlines on IG, or email us at offwiththeirheadlines@gmail.com______________________________Join Amanda in London - Oct. 2026Join Amanda for German + Czech Christmas Markets - Dec. 2026______________________________Find us on socials:Meredith: Substack | YouTube | TikTok | Instagram Amanda: TikTok | Instagram | Substack | YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

4.24.26 Friday News Dump! 24.04.2026 27min

Happy Friday!Today we are celebrating Louis' birthday.Other than that (A)I hate it here...yes of convo is largely dedicated to AI. From recent video manipulation in a Harry and Meghan article to Will's "dad" joke about AI replacing the actual drivers at an engagement he went on this week, AI is everywhere and Reece Witherspoon wants to explore it, y'all!For more on the Reece Witherspoon dramz, check out Meredith Lynch here. ---------------------------------New episodes every Wednesday and Friday! Listen early & ad-free on Patreon, where you’ll also find exclusive bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/OffWithTheirHeadlines Watch video episodes for free (a few days later) on YouTube.Feedback or questions? Send us a message at @offwiththeirheadlines on IG, or email us at offwiththeirheadlines@gmail.com______________________________Find us on socials:Meredith: Substack | YouTube | TikTok | Instagram Amanda: TikTok | Instagram | Substack | YouTube  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

QEII’s 100th Birthday: Who Controls the Story? 22.04.2026 55min

We’re wrapping up the Sussexes’ Australia tour and the media narratives that followed before diving into some truly baffling coverage about Meghan “risking backlash” by… referencing her own children in her latest As Ever launch.From there, we turn to the legacy of Queen Elizabeth II, marking what would have been her 100th birthday. We look at how the royal family chose to commemorate the moment, the role of the Royal Collection Trust (including the souvenirs on offer), and what it all tells us about how royal memory is shaped…and sold. The collections we reference: https://www.royalcollectionshop.co.uk/queen-elizabeth-ii-centenary-collection/view-all.html Plus, thoughts on the announcement of the Queen’s official biographer. What we can realistically expect from a history that’s been institutionally authorized?______________________________New episodes every Wednesday and Friday! Listen early & ad-free on Patreon, where you’ll also find exclusive bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/OffWithTheirHeadlines Watch video episodes for free (a few days later) on YouTube.Feedback or questions? Send us a message at @offwiththeirheadlines on IG, or email us at offwiththeirheadlines@gmail.com______________________________Find us on socials:Meredith: Substack | YouTube | TikTok | Instagram Amanda: TikTok | Instagram | Substack | YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Friday News Dump! 4.17.26 17.04.2026 26min

Not sure if you've heard, but Harry and Meghan are in Australia!We spent most of the episode discussing their business/philanthropy trip down under and the media coverage as well as the news of a Fergie spotting in the wild, a Danish dismissal over a dachshund, what's Wills been up to, and more! New episodes every Wednesday and Friday! Listen early & ad-free on Patreon, where you’ll also find exclusive bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/OffWithTheirHeadlines Watch video episodes for free (a few days later) on YouTube.Feedback or questions? Send us a message at @offwiththeirheadlines on IG, or email us at offwiththeirheadlines@gmail.com______________________________Join Amanda in London - Oct. 2026Join Amanda for German + Czech Christmas Markets - Dec. 2026______________________________Find us on socials:Meredith: Substack | YouTube | TikTok | Instagram Amanda: TikTok | Instagram | Substack | YouTube  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Sussex Tour and the Royal Spin Cycle on Overdrive 15.04.2026 56min

Amanda is back from boots on the ground royal coverage in Philadelphia, and we’re diving straight into the royal spin machine! We dig into reports that Prince William privately reached out to Prince Andrew with condolences…despite months of briefings suggesting he’s pushed for a harder line. So which is it?Plus: the media coverage of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s Australia trip…where a  “muted reception” somehow meant large crowds, public safety gets reframed as “taxpayer-funded security,” and a business trip becomes “cashing in.” We had to revisit a few very 2018 royal body language analysis articles for good measure.______________________________New episodes every Wednesday and Friday! Listen early & ad-free on Patreon, where you’ll also find exclusive bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/OffWithTheirHeadlines Watch video episodes for free (a few days later) on YouTube.Feedback or questions? Send us a message at @offwiththeirheadlines on IG, or email us at offwiththeirheadlines@gmail.com______________________________Join Amanda in London - Oct. 2026Join Amanda for German + Czech Christmas Markets - Dec. 2026______________________________Find us on socials:Meredith: Substack | YouTube | TikTok | Instagram Amanda: TikTok | Instagram | Substack | YouTube  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

4.10.26 Friday News Dump! 10.04.2026 34min

Does taking your brand international mean you are flopping stateside? According to one bananas article it does!This week we're discussing the new framing of Prince Edward's Easter visit with his pervy brother, the Daily Mail + going after Beatrice's husband Count (?) Chocula Edo, bizarre article about Meghan's "As Ever" business ahead of her and Prince Harry's AU tour, a new segment, and more!00:00 - 6:24 Housekeeping, update on QE Bottle Buddy Project6:26 - 15:42 New angle on Edward speaking with his brother Andrew, plus new Andrew allegations in recent books. 15:44 -   22:26  Edo's Italian Aristocratic heritage22:27 - 28:17  As Ever International Article + Amanda’s candle review28:18 -  end  NEW SEGMENTHave a great weekend! Don't forget the Spring Mailbag episode is out now over on Patreon.com/offwiththeirheadlines.x, Meredith & AmandaNew episodes every Wednesday and Friday! Listen early & ad-free on Patreon, where you’ll also find exclusive bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/OffWithTheirHeadlines Watch video episodes for free (a few days later) on YouTube.Feedback or questions? Send us a message at @offwiththeirheadlines on IG, or email us at offwiththeirheadlines@gmail.com______________________________Join Amanda in London - Oct. 2026Join Amanda for German + Czech Christmas Markets - Dec. 2026______________________________Find us on socials:Meredith: Substack | YouTube | TikTok | Instagram Amanda: TikTok | Instagram | Substack | YouTube  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Royal Easter 2026 (and One Rotten Egg) 08.04.2026 56min

After a restful Easter break, we’re back to discuss how the royals showed up (or didn’t) on Sunday, what they wore, what they ate, and how the completely normal British press is dealing with Harry, Meghan, and the Sussex kids *checks notes* …existing! at the same time.Plus, former palace assistant Natasha Archer has launched her styling consultancy after exiting royal life. But she’s not just another stylist…she does admin support, too. ______________________________New episodes every Wednesday and Friday! Listen early & ad-free on Patreon, where you’ll also find exclusive bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/OffWithTheirHeadlines Watch video episodes for free (a few days later) on YouTube.Feedback or questions? Send us a message at @offwiththeirheadlines on IG, or email us at offwiththeirheadlines@gmail.com______________________________Join Amanda in London - Oct. 2026Join Amanda for German + Czech Christmas Markets - Dec. 2026______________________________Find us on socials:Meredith: Substack | YouTube | TikTok | Instagram Amanda: TikTok | Instagram | Substack | YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

4.3.26 Friday News Dump! 03.04.2026 35min

(Note: This Friday News Dump was recorded mid-week.)Happy Friday! In this episode we discuss the upcoming wedding of the century, some bunny(ies) that are NOT invited to Easter Services with the Royal Family, cringy Facebook messages (remember FB flirting?), Prince Harry's trial, and finally we take it back to 2007 and a tabloid piece about Prince William and Kate's breakup at the time. Astrologer Debbie was on the case! You go Debbie!Timestamps:00:00 - 4:38 Housekeeping/Peter & Harriet Announce Their Wedding Date4:39 – 11:37 Easter Services, Beatrice + Eugenie 11:38 - 21:54 Prince Harry Trial and them text messages21:55 - end  Older Kate Articles 2007New episodes every Wednesday and Friday! Listen early & ad-free on Patreon, where you’ll also find exclusive bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/OffWithTheirHeadlines Watch video episodes for free (a few days later) on YouTube.Feedback or questions? Send us a message at @offwiththeirheadlines on IG, or email us at offwiththeirheadlines@gmail.com______________________________Join Amanda in London - Oct. 2026Join Amanda for German + Czech Christmas Markets - Dec. 2026______________________________Find us on socials:Meredith: Substack | YouTube | TikTok | Instagram Amanda: TikTok | Instagram | Substack | YouTube  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you not embarrassed? 01.04.2026 43min

We have a doozy for you this week: embarrassing state visits, embarrassing articles from the UK domestic royal rota captain, and just...everything about Thomas Markle, Sr. (but ESPECIALLY the latest "exclusive" from Caroline Graham about his new relationship with a Filipina nurse 35 years his junior).______________________________New episodes every Wednesday and Friday! Listen early & ad-free on Patreon, where you’ll also find exclusive bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/OffWithTheirHeadlines Watch video episodes for free (a few days later) on YouTube.Feedback or questions? Send us a message at @offwiththeirheadlines on IG, or email us at offwiththeirheadlines@gmail.com______________________________Join Amanda in London - Oct. 2026Join Amanda for German + Czech Christmas Markets - Dec. 2026______________________________Find us on socials:Meredith: Substack | YouTube | TikTok | Instagram Amanda: TikTok | Instagram | Substack | YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

3.27.26 Friday News Dump! 27.03.2026 35min

Today, Amanda and I caught up on the latest from Prince Harry's phone hacking trial, the way Prince William is "owning the wokes" by not attending Church regularly (according to one op. ed.), enthronement day fashion from Kate, Prince Harry & Meghan's new scripted drama, and a convo and further investigation into comments we received about Meghan's participation and the question of payment in a Wellness Event in the couples' upcoming trip to AU.Enjoy! Don't forget, the bonus episode is out now and it's all about Crown Princess of Norway, Mette-Marit's, 20 minute interview about her relationship with Jeffrey Epstein.Timestamps:00:00- 1:32 Housekeeping1:33 - 7:45 Gavin Burrows’ testimony in Prince Harry Phone Hacking Case7:50 - 13:10 Op. Ed. on Prince William’s Owning the wokes with his faith13:10 - 19:53 Archbishop of Canterbury enthronement, Kate Fashion, etc. 19:58 - end All things Sussex: Netflix Polo Scripted Drama, Separating truth, rumor, and tackling some of the criticism from a recent episode about Prince Harry and Meghan’s upcoming trip to AUNew episodes every Wednesday and Friday! Listen early & ad-free on Patreon, where you’ll also find exclusive bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/OffWithTheirHeadlines Watch video episodes for free (a few days later) on YouTube.Feedback or questions? Send us a message at @offwiththeirheadlines on IG, or email us at offwiththeirheadlines@gmail.com______________________________Join Amanda in London - Oct. 2026Join Amanda for German + Czech Christmas Markets - Dec. 2026______________________________Find us on socials:Meredith: Substack | YouTube | TikTok | Instagram Amanda: TikTok | Instagram | Substack | YouTube  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.