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Queen Camilla to Launch Podcast Series in 2024
In an exciting development, Queen Camilla is set to venture into the world of podcasting, following in the footsteps of other royals such as Meghan Markle and Sarah Ferguson.
The Queen's new podcast series, scheduled to debut in January 2024, will be a collaboration with her charity, The Reading Room.
This initiative aims to promote literacy and the joy of reading on a global scale.
Joining forces with Vicky Perrin, the CEO of The Reading Room, Queen Camilla will co-host the podcast, titled “Royal Pancakes.”
The lineup of guests for the show includes esteemed personalities like Dame Joanna Lumley and Sir Ian Rankin, promising engaging and insightful discussions.
While Queen Camilla is making her podcasting debut, she is not the first royal to explore this medium.
Earlier this year, Sarah Ferguson, the Duchess of York, launched her own podcast series, Tea Talks, alongside her friend Sarah Thompson.
However, one of the most notable royal podcast endeavors was Meghan Markle's Archetypes.
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry entered the podcasting realm in 2022 with their series on Spotify.
Despite initial excitement, Archetypes faced a premature end after just one season, as Spotify and Artual Audio decided to part ways.
Speculation arose regarding the quality and quantity of content produced by the Sussexes, with Spotify CEO Daniel Ek acknowledging the need for innovation and evolution in the podcasting landscape.
The Queen's Reading Room podcast promises to take listeners on a literary journey, exploring the favorite books of guests and celebrities.
Queen Camilla will also share her book recommendations, enhancing the experience for avid readers and book enthusiasts.
Vicky Perrin expressed her enthusiasm for the podcast, highlighting the power of book recommendations from admired individuals in sparking new literary adventures.
The podcast industry continues to evolve, with royal figures like Queen Camilla embracing the medium to connect with audiences in innovative ways.
As the launch date approaches, anticipation grows for the debut of “Royal Pancakes” and the enriching conversations it will bring to listeners worldwide.
Through this podcast, Queen Camilla seeks to inspire a love for literature and ignite imaginations with captivating stories and book recommendations.