Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, is venturing into a new chapter of podcasting, using her platform to share intimate personal stories.
After parting ways with Spotify, Meghan has joined forces with Lemonada Media, a network founded by women.
Lemonada Media will not only distribute Meghan’s current podcast series but also oversee her upcoming Fresh Podcast series.
Sources close to Meghan reveal that she plans to delve deep into introspection and explore various facets of her personal life through her podcast dialogues.
Unlike her previous show, which heavily featured celebrity guests, Meghan now aims to move beyond star-studded interviews.
According to insiders who spoke with US Weekly, Meghan’s focus for her new podcast is primarily on philanthropic content.
She views herself as more inclined towards academic discussions rather than mere entertainment.
While she won’t shy away from having some celebrities on her show, Meghan’s podcast will not be driven solely by celebrity appearances.
For fans of the royal family, Meghan’s podcast journey seems to be facing a celebrity dilemma, with attracting A-listers proving to be a challenging feat.
The enigmatic allure surrounding Meghan Markle appears to create a barrier rather than a draw for celebrities to participate in her podcast.
The scarcity of friendly interactions with renowned figures and the lack of positive endorsements suggest a unique magnetism that repels celebrities.
The challenge lies not in Meghan’s storytelling abilities but in convincing others to share the spotlight with her.
Despite her efforts, it seems that even A-list celebrities are hesitant to engage with Meghan Markle.
Recent reports suggest that she has been struggling to find individuals willing to work for her podcast without compensation.
Critics have scrutinized Meghan’s podcast venture, labeling it as weak and questioning her partnership with Lemonada Media.
Some skeptics have even gone as far as calling Meghan the worst podcaster ever.
In a contrasting podcast landscape, Queen Camilla has launched her own podcast titled The Queen’s Reading Room Podcast.
Unlike Meghan’s mysterious approach, Camilla’s project is transparent, inviting listeners to explore the literary world alongside global literacy heroes.
While Meghan’s intentions are commendable, her podcast’s track record has faced setbacks, leading to her departure from Spotify after just one season.
The fallout with Spotify was reportedly due to a lack of sufficient content production by Archwolf, Meghan’s previous podcast team.
The situation escalated when Bill Simmons, a prominent figure at Spotify, criticized Harry and Meghan on his own podcast.
Adding to the drama, the couple failed to trademark the name Archetypes, causing further complications in their podcasting journey.
Now, Meghan is embarking on a fresh start with Lemonada Media, a company that seems to be picking up the pieces left by Spotify.
Jeremy Zimmer from the United Talent Agency has been candid in his assessment, stating that Meghan Markle may not possess the necessary talent for audio productions.
Despite her fame, Meghan’s podcasting reputation is at stake as she navigates this new phase in her career.
As she forges ahead with Lemonada Media, only time will tell if Meghan can overcome the challenges and establish herself as a formidable force in the podcasting world.