Kaylah Walton
The podcast project launched by Prince Harry and Meghan Markle faced significant challenges, notably the withdrawal of high-profile guests like Taylor Swift and Beyoncé, according to a report from Vanity Fair.
This detailed article suggests that while Meghan reached out to numerous influential figures, many declined to participate, and Harry‘s unconventional ideas for the podcast further complicated matters.
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex entered into an £18 million agreement with Spotify for the podcast, which unfortunately ended after just three years, with minimal audience engagement.
Sources indicate that unlike other celebrity podcast hosts who simply speak freely, the royal couple aimed for a broader and more complex theme but struggled with concrete content.
Unique Podcast Concepts from Prince Harry
Harry reportedly suggested some unique ideas, such as weekly reviews of hot chocolate and interviewing figures like Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump on their perceived sociopathy.
Moreover, Meghan found it challenging to pursue a singular vision, often causing her to alter or dilute concepts, leading to late-stage reworks of episodes during production, as detailed in the article.
Eventually, Meghan launched her podcast named ‘Archetypes’, but she faced difficulties attracting the influential women she hoped to host. Notable figures like Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, and Megan Thee Stallion reportedly declined her invitations.
Due to a shortage of guests, unclear themes, and complications with Spotify’s team, the podcast was eventually canceled, leaving Meghan and Harry in search of new ventures.
