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Off With Their Headlines

Amanda Matta and Meredith Constant

Off With Their Headlines! Join media critic Meredith Constant and royal commentator Amanda Matta as they bring a fresh, fearless perspective to modern news & culture. Tune in each week to unpack the latest royal news, dissect media narratives, and break down the most compelling conversations of the moment. Unapologetic, incisive, and razor-sharp.Fresh episodes air every single week! Listen early & ad-free on Patreon, where you’ll also find exclusive bonus content.Questions? Send us a

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1:02:07

Heirs Across the Globe

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2025/07/10

Step beyond the British Isles and meet some of the world’s *other* royal heirs from! From Spain to Sweden, we’re discussing five future faces of monarchy this week. Plus: a troubling report out of Norway involving the (allegedly) wayward son of a crown princess.Over on Patreon this week, you’ll find a breakdown of new reporting on royal finances, a candid conversation about As Ever’s summer drops, and some royal fashion chat from the French State Visit to Windsor this

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1:05:38

Patreon PREVIEW: The Princess Diaries Recap

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2025/07/03

Enjoy this Patreon episode from the vault, in which Amanda and Meredith rewatched The Princess Diaries 1 & 2. We had the MOST royally good time breaking down these films of our childhood. We're talking Mia Thermopolis’ glow-up, the charm of Garry Marshall movies (Meredith has SEVERAL recs), Lana getting coned, Genovian politics, and the chaotic nostalgia of 2000s makeover scenes.New episodes every week! Listen early & ad-free on Patreon, where you’ll also find exclusive bonus content, early

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1:08:05

America’s Sweethearts, Britain’s Headlines

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2025/06/26

This week on Off With Their Headlines, we’re breaking down some intentionally misleading royal coverage and diving into the media’s framing of Prince William’s 43rd birthday. Does the coverage reveal anything new about his evolving image?More on William's Gemini/Cancer cusp: https://mattaoffact.substack.com/p/prince-williams-gemini-cancer-cuspThen we switch gears with some media recs to span the entire spectrum of summer vibes - whether you're into historical drama, juicy docs (yes, Meredith is

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1:01:36

Pomp, Protests, and Public Image

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2025/06/19

This week on Off With Their Headlines...we’re breaking down Trooping the Colour from all sides: the Republic protests, the optics of royal spectacle vs. Trump-style “birthday parades,” and of course, a closer look at the fashion moments that stole the show.We also unpack the news that Kate pulled out of Royal Ascot, with the Palace emphasizing her need to “find the right balance” in her return to public life post-treatment. And over in Montecito, Meghan’s standout podcast appearance with Emma Grede

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1:17:20

The Royal Gossip Mill + Blind Items (ft....

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2025/06/12

This week, we’re chatting with FluentlyForward about royal blind items! Shannon (@fluentlyforward) walks us through the history of the blind item, as well as the juiciest royal blinds from history (CW: explicit language).Amanda also made an appearance on FF a few weeks back to discuss Meghan’s business moves and time in the public eye. Listen here!And in the spirit of speculation, gossip, and rumor, we also have briefings on all the latest royal stories. What are King Charles’ doctors saying about

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43:58

Rival Courts for Modern Royals (Part 2)

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2025/06/05

This week, we’re wrapping up our deep dive into rival royal courts—with a focus on the evolving (and sometimes tense) dynamic between King Charles and Prince William. Whose press secretaries are really calling the shots…and how is the press playing off the dynamic?Plus, an eye-roll for the ages as we zoom in on a headline no one asked for: the “controversy” around the Sussexes naming their daughter Lilibet…four years later.Time Stamps:2:59 - "New" "exclusive" on Lilibet's name...controversy

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49:13

A King in Canada: May Coffee Talk

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2025/05/29

g Charles III touched down in Canada for a whirlwind visit—wondering ‘why now?’ We break down the timing, the messaging behind his Speech from the Throne, and what it all signals about the monarchy’s current diplomatic strategy.Then: a surprising royal baby announcement...sort of. We also check in on Meghan Sussex's brand, plus Flora Vesterberg’s personal revelation as she shares her autism diagnosis with the public. _________________________________New episodes every week! Listen early &

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53:00

Rival Courts for Modern Royals (Part 1)

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2025/05/22

We’ve been teasing this topic for aaaages and it’s finally time! Amanda and Meredith are strapping in to discuss the rival courts that seem to be taking shape for the reign of KCII. This week, we’re exploring the historic precedent for a lacking “united front” between monarch and heir.Plus, what a bestselling Swedish author told Amanda about the royal family this week, and an incisive breakdown of the news that Pres. Joe Biden has been diagnosed with cancer from

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59:30

This Royal's Job is "Nature"

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2025/05/15

This week, we're digging into the royal family’s long-standing love affair with homeopathy and alternative healing—a fascination that feels newly relevant as King Charles continues cancer treatment and the Princess of Wales promotes...well, just “nature.” What does it mean when wellness trends collide with royal PR?We also take a detour to the Cannes Film Festival, where a new dress code banning nudity and “voluminous” styles has us asking: who gets to decide what elegance entails? And finally, say

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53:57

From Headlines to Hemlines

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2025/05/08

This episode, we’re keeping one eye on the red carpet, and the other on the Vatican, as Pope Watch 2025 heats up with the start of the papal conclave. We break down what’s at stake, plus take a stylish detour with our Met Gala fashion review—who nailed the tailoring brief and who phoned it in?In royal news, we unpack the latest on Prince Harry’s RAVEC decision and other headline-grabbing moments from the House of Windsor. As always, we’re looking at how media coverage shapes public perception of the

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1:03:33

Charles in Charge: 2 Year Coronation Special

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2025/05/01

This week we took a stroll down memory lane and revisited the coronation of the "eldest boy", King Charles III. Amanda provides a timeline of events, Meredith shows how the media is rehashing old stories behind paywalls, and we discuss some of the moments we'd forgotten about (a certain pair of heels worn by Rose Hanbury, the "what qualifies as a tiara" debate, and of course, the memes. We also put the "will she or won't she" around Meghan + the kids attending the coronation with some additional

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55:16

From Windsor to Rome: Archewell, Easter, and a Pope's...

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2025/04/23

We are country-hopping in this episode, from news of Pope Francis's passing in Rome, The Wales's Windsor no-show at Easter services, and our first (and hopefully last) convo on all of our Archewell thoughts (timeline included!)New episodes every single week! Listen early & ad-free on Patreon, where you’ll also find exclusive bonus content, early access to our videos and more. Watch video episodes for free (one week later) on YouTube.Feedback or questions? Send us a message at

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1:04:37

April Coffee Talk

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2025/04/17

It's time for another chatty episode to catch up on all things media, culture, and royals!Everything from royal tours to Katy Perry’s 11 minute trip to space is on the agenda this week. We even catch up with the latest conservative fantasies in Evie Magazine.New episodes every single week! Listen early & ad-free on Patreon, where you’ll also find exclusive bonus content, early access to our videos and more. Watch video episodes for free (one week later) on YouTube.Feedback or questions? Send us

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1:15:24

Trad Wifery and Jam That’s Not Jam (with Jo Piazza)

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2025/04/10

Meredith and Amanda are joined by bestselling author and journalist Jo Piazza for a juicy deep dive into the trad wife trend, Meghan Markle’s complicated place within it, and the cultural forces shaping how we talk about modern womanhood.We also unpack Meghan’s As Ever brand launch (yes, we both ordered the jam and the flower sprinkles), plus the latest legal moves in Prince Harry’s RAVEC case.A smart, spicy episode you won’t want to miss!Keep up with Jo on IG: @jopiazzaauthor | Pre-order ‘Everyone

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53:51

Blue Bloods and Signature Scents (with InRoyalNews)

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2025/04/03

Meredith and Amanda are joined by guest host Everett - AKA @InRoyalNews - to discuss niche internet fame, signature fragrances, and (of course) the juiciest royal stories that we just can’t stop thinking about.We also discuss the news that Prince Harry has stepped back from his charity, Sentebale, amidst a boardroom battle. For a more in-depth breakdown of that developing story, tune into our Patreon exclusive bonus episode at https://www.patreon.com/c/OffWithTheirHeadlinesAnd be sure to follow

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39:10

Mailbag #1

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2025/03/27

Our very first Mailbag Episode is here! 📨 You sent the questions, and we’ve got the answers. We’re tackling everything from Kate Middleton’s personality (lol yikes) to whether William and Harry could ever reconcile. We also dive into Meghan’s biggest "flaws" (in our opinion!!), address a wild blind item about Princess Charlene of Monaco, and dish on how we handle internet fame—as well as the most memorable fan interactions we’ve had.Want to weigh in on the next Q&A? Join the Off With Their

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1:00:20

Women Be Talkin'

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2025/03/20

This week, we’re yapping about how the media frames women’s issues, from the rise of Evie magazine (founded in 2019 to “empower” women with “traditional” values) to Meghan Markle’s latest pivot—a podcast about female entrepreneurs.Might Meghan’s new project help reclaim the narrative from these regressive takes on womanhood?New episodes every single week! Listen early & ad-free on Patreon, where you’ll also find exclusive bonus content, early access to our videos and more. Watch video episodes

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51:24

Crowns, Critics, & Conclaves

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2025/03/13

In this episode…dive into how the royals are marking Commonwealth Day 2025—including a playlist from King Charles to spark joy (we have thoughts). Then, the reactions to ‘With Love, Meghan.’ Who’s praising it, who’s panning it, and what does it mean for Meghan’s evolving public image?And we know you were wondering…who are the current front runners to be the next pope? Amanda unpacks the growing buzz around a potential papal conclave this year.Want more? On Patreon, we go deeper into Meghan’s Netflix

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55:07

March Coffee Talk

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2025/03/06

This week, Amanda and Meredith are serving up a chatty episode covering all the latest headlines.First, Meghan Markle’s PEOPLE interview and the pre-launch buzz around her new Netflix show—what’s being said, and what’s being left unsaid? Then, the political theater unfolding between the UK and the US—from whispers of a second Trump state visit to the royal embrace of President Zelenskyy after that disastrous Oval Office meeting.And finally, a little fashion tea: Oscars 2025 style moments! The hits,

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56:30

Royal News, Not Legal Advice (with Reb Masel)

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2025/02/27

This week, Amanda and Meredith are joined by attorney and internet sensation Reb Masel to break down the latest in both royal and legal absurdity. First up: the wild (and wildly untrue) stories about Prince Harry’s "deportation." Then, the overblown discourse around Meghan Markle’s trademarks for ARO and As Ever—because somehow, filing paperwork is now a scandal?Finally, we shift gears to the legal fights that actually matter—and let Reb break down Trump’s executive orders, as well as the (real)

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