The Royal Report for Sunday May 15, 2011 - Royal Wedding Dress Designers

Tune in to the next episode of The Royal Report on Sunday May 15, 2011 at 9:00PM ET (North America)

The topic will be: What do Norman Hartnell, David and Elizabeth Emmanuel, Lindka Cierach, Molyneux, Mainbocher, and Mme Handley Seymour have in common? All of them designed memorable royal wedding dresses. Sarah Burton from the House of Alexander McQueen has just joined those illustrious ranks. On this episode, a look back at royal wedding dress designers

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The Royal Report for Sunday April 24, 2011 - Can the Royal Wedding set the course for the monarchy?

Prince William & Kate Middleton's wedding day on April 29th is touted to be one of televisions most historic moments. With an increasing cynicism towards the British Royal Family, can this wedding set the course for the monarchy?

Also on this episode: a surprise announcement from me, just how far will people go to escape the royal wedding coverage? Could Kate already be pregnant? Can this wedding cure cavities?

Find out by listening to this episode: Can the royal wedding set the course for the monarchy?

Publications mentioned

Hello! Canada Weekly No 215 25 April 2011

Star Magazine - April 25, 2011 Cover story: Pregnant Bride - A Baby for William and Kate

The Faster Times

From My Royal Collection

The Royal Book of Lists: An Irreverent Romp through British Royal History

Note: There will be no episode of The Royal Report for Sunday May 1st.

Tune in to the next episode of The Royal Report on Sunday May 8, 2011 at 9:00PM ET (North America)

The topic will be: Royal Wedding Recap

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The Royal Wedding Report for Sunday April 17, 2011

There is less than two weeks to go until Prince William and Kate Middleton's wedding on April 29th. On this episode of The Royal Wedding Report, a recap of the details surrounding this historic event.

Also: Which couple look so deliriously happy that their heads will explode? Why did Prince William bring his granny to work? Who is the latest person touted as the wedding dress? Where is Kate spending her wedding night?

Find out on this episode:

The Royal Wedding Report - April edition

Publications mentioned

Hello! Canada Weekly No 214 18 April 2011

From My Royal Collection

Royal Weddings (Shire Library)

Links Discussed (Note: All Links open in a new window)

Handbag.com - Royal Wedding 2011

Ceremonial Timings for the Royal Wedding

George Michael - You and I - Royal Wedding Song

The Prince William and Miss Catherine Middleton Charitable Gift Fund

Tune in to the next episode of The Royal Report on Sunday April 24, 2011 at 9:00PM ET.

The topic will be: Can Prince William, Catherine Middleton and their royal wedding save the monarchy?

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The Royal Report for Sunday April 10, 2011 - Royal Wedding Traditions

British Royal Weddings are steeped in tradition, some going back to Queen Victoria's time. One such tradition is the bride arriving at her wedding by the Glass Coach. Bride-to-be Kate Middleton has decided to arrive by car instead. How many more royal traditions are there for her to break?  Find out on this episode.

The Royal Report - Royal Wedding Traditions

Publications discussed

Hello! Canada Weekly No 213 11 April 2011

Doomed Queens: Royal Women Who Met Bad Ends, From Cleopatra to Princess Di

From My Royal Collection

Royal Weddings - A Very Peculiar History(Cherished Library)

Tune in to the next episode of The Royal Report on Sunday April 17, 2011 at 9:00PM EST (North America)

The topic will be: The Royal Wedding Report - April edition

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The Royal Report for Sunday April 3, 2011 - Celebrated Royal Marriages

Is ET really watching the wedding? Where can you find the best spot along the procession route to watch the royal wedding over people's heads? Is Ellen DeGeneres trying to get an invitation? Can Prince Andrew get airmiles while taking a bus? Whose royal diaries read like a bad romance novel?

Find out on this episode:

Celebrated Royal Marriages

Publication mentioned

Hello! Canada Weekly No 212 4 April 2011

From My Royal Collection

The Royal Wedding For Dummies

The British Monarchy For Dummies

Website mentioned

World of Royalty

Royal Wedding Apps

The Royal Wedding by Hello!

Weakest Link Royal Wedding Edition

Tune in to the next episode of The Royal Report on Sunday April 10, 2011 at 9:00PM EST (North America)

The topic will be: Royal Wedding Traditions

© Marilyn Braun 2011

The Royal Wedding Report for Sunday March 13, 2011

Which royal could become the next star in a reasonably priced car? Should Kate get a nose job? Want to join the royal wedding tat army?

Find out on this episode:

The Royal Wedding Report - March edition

Publications discussed

Hello! Canada Weekly No 209 14 March 2011

Entertainment Weekly #1144 March 4, 2011

Majesty Magazine Vol 32 No 2

People Magazine March 7, 2011

From My Royal Collection

Making of a Queen by Linda Doeser

Television show mentioned

Top Gear UK

Blogs and Websites mentioned

Royal Wedding Tat

The Alternative Royal Wedding Invite

Million Wishes Wedding

Tune in to the next episode of The Royal Report on Sunday March 20, 2011 at 9:00PM EST (North America).

The topic will be: Royal Focus: Buckingham Palace

© Marilyn Braun 2011

The Royal Report for Sunday March 6, 2011 - The royals and the movies

Does Princess Anne need to have work done? What does Prince William have in common with Sarah Ferguson? Which actress was nominated twice for the same role? What movie does Princess Beatrice have a cameo in?

Find out on this episode:

The Royals & the movies

Publications mentioned

Hello! Canada Weekly No 208 7 March 2011

From My Royal Collection

Life: Remembering Grace (Great Photographers Series)

Resources used to research this episode

Epinions: The 10 Best Royalty Movies

Only Good Movies Blog - Good movie featuring Royals

Unofficial Royalty Pages: British Kings and Queen's - A Royal Filmography

Movie Maniacs - Royals Behaving Badly

The Royal  Forums: Royalty (Fictional & Real) in Fictional Movies

Tune in to the next episode of The Royal Report on Sunday March 13, 2011 at 9:00PM EST (North America)

The topic will be: The Royal Wedding Report - March edition

© Marilyn Braun 2011

The Royal Report for Sunday February 27, 2011 - Royal Focus - Windsor Castle

Tonight's episode has been postponed. It will be uploaded later on this week.

Sorry!

Tune in to the next episode of The Royal Report on Sunday February 27, 2011 at 9:00PM EST (North America)

The topic wil be: Royal Focus - Windsor Castle

© Marilyn Braun 2011

The Royal Report for Sunday February 20, 2011 - Royal Memorabilia

Red squirrels for breakfast? Will Prince Harry appear on Glee? Can the Queen finally go back to wearing yellow? Who believes they have the largest collection of royal memorabilia in the world?

Find out on this episode

Royal Commemorative Items and Collectibles

Publications mentioned

Hello! Canada Weekly No 206 21 February 2011

Tatler - February - Special Collectors' issue

Blogs mentioned

World of Royalty

From My Royal Collection

THE COUNTRY LIFE BOOK OF THE ROYAL SILVER JUBILEE

Commemorative Items mentioned

Aynsley China - Engagement Collection 2010

Royal Mint - Royal Engagement Coins

Tune in to the next episode of The Royal Report on Sunday February 27, 2011 at 9:00PM EST (North America)

The topic will be: Royal Focus: Windsor Castle

© Marilyn Braun 2011

The Royal Wedding Report for Sunday February 13, 2011

On this episode, a song for William & Kate. How many gifts of cattle is too many? Testing out the Alarm Royale app. Is there a boyscout badge for kidnapping? Why is Prince Philip falling apart?

Find out on this episode:

The Royal Wedding Report - February edition

Publications & articles mentioned

Hello! Canada Weekly No 205 14 February 2011

The Toronto Star - Fit for a Queen

From someone else's royal collection

The housekeeper's Diary: Charles and Diana Before the Breakup by Wendy Berry

App Mentioned

Alarm Royale Royal Wedding Alarm Clock - Available on iTunes

Song:

William & Kate by Norm Strauss and Andrew Smith. Performed by Anne Vriend Available for download on iTunes.

Thanks to Christine at Scully Love Promo and Roadmap Music

Tune in to the next episode of The Royal Report on Sunday February 20, 2011 at 9:00PM EST (North America)

The topic will be: Royal Souvenirs and Collectibles

The Royal Report for Sunday January 30, 2011 - Westminster Abbey and the Royal Family

On this episode, new ways to enjoy the royal wedding with a friend, who is waging war on 'moronic muzak'? On his wedding day, what potentially controversial item will Prince William be wearing under his military uniform?

Find out on this episode:

The Royal Report - Westminster Abbey and The Royal Family

Publications mentioned

Hello! Canada Weekly No 203 31 January 2011

Royalty Monthly - January/February 2011

Majesty Magazine Volume 32 No 1

From My Royal Collection

THE ROYAL ENCYCLOPEDIA.

Resources used to research this episode:

Westminster Abbey - Official Site

The Official Site of the British Monarchy

Crown and Country: A Personal Guide to Royal London by Edward Wessex

Atlas of royal Britain

Two Centuries of Royal Weddings by Christopher Warwick

Tune in to the next episode of The Royal Report on Sunday February 6, 2011 9:00PM EST (North America)

The topic will be: Should the Royal Family get jobs?

The Royal Report for Sunday January 23, 2011 - William, Kate and the spectre of Diana

Will there be three people in William and Kate's marriage? Is Chelsy Davy indifferent to royal warrants? Would a buzz-cut have hastened a royal engagement? What does Fergie have that Oprah doesn't?

Find out on this episode:

Prince William, Kate Middleton and the spectre of Diana

Publications discussed

Hello! Canada Weekly No 202 24 January 2011

Websites and blogs mentioned

World of Royalty Website

World of Royalty Blog

From My Royal Collection

Diana, Unseen Archives by Alison Gauntlett

Tune in to the next episode of The Royal Report on Sunday January 30, 2011 at 9:00PM EST (North America)

The topic will be: Royal Focus - Westminster Abbey

© Marilyn Braun 2011

The Royal Wedding Report for Sunday January 16, 2011

What was the first royal scandal of 2011? Was Kate destined for greatness as a child? Should Carole and Pippa Middleton ever leave their house again? What does William & Kate's commemorative wedding china have in common with royal flushes?
Find out on this episode:

The Royal Wedding Report - January Edition

Publications discussed

Hello! Canada Weekly No 198 13 December 2010 - Cover story - The Real Kate

Hello! Canada Weekly No 201 17 January 2011

Websites mentioned

Westminster Abbey - Royal Weddings

From My Royal Collection

Grace Kelly: Icon of Style to Royal Bride (Philadelphia Museum of Art)

Tune in to the next episode of The Royal Report for Sunday January 23, 2011 at 9:00PM EST (North America)

The topic will be: William & Kate and the spectre of Diana. Will there be three people in their marriage too

© Marilyn Braun 2011

The Royal Report for Sunday January 9, 2011 - the 2010 Royal Year in review

What major news stories happened in 2010? Fergie's cash for access scandal, the Queen's first great-grandchild, Prince William's first official tour, and the long awaited engagement announcement of Prince William to his girlfriend Kate Middleton. But what else happened in 2010? Find out on this episode!

You can listen to the episode here

Resources used to compile this episode:

World of Royalty Blog

Netty's Royalty Page

Tune in to the next episode of The Royal Report on Sunday January 16, 2011 at 9:00PM EST (North America)

The topic will be: The Royal Wedding Report - January edition

© Marilyn Braun 2011

The Royal Report for Sunday December19, 2010 - The best of Prince William & Kate Middleton episodes

In honor of Prince William & Kate Middleton's recent royal engagement, on this episode a look back at the best of William & Kate episodes.

You can listen to the episode here

Tune in to the next episode of The Royal Report on Sunday January 9, 2010 at 9:00PM EST (North America)

The topic will be: 2010 - The Royal Year in review

© Marilyn Braun 2010

The Royal Report for Sunday December 5, 2010 - Should the crown bypass Prince Charles and go to Prince William?

Doubts have been cast on whether Prince Charles should inherit the throne. Many people favor the crown bypassing Prince Charles altogether and go to Prince William. Should William inherit the throne instead of Charles?

Also on this episode: I wave my royal magic wand, Why is Peter Phillips walking on egg-shells? Weird royal collectibles and the people who buy them, creepy royal wedding plans and am I on the verge of becoming a monarchist?

Listen to the episode to find out:

Should the Crown go to Prince William instead of Prince Charles?

Publications discussed

Hello! Canada Weekly No 197 6 December 2010

Blogs mentioned

World of Royalty Blog

Links mentioned

The Prince of Wales - At Work

From My Royal Collection

Cecil Beaton: The Royal Portraits

Tune in to the next episode of The Royal Report on Sunday Decmeber 19th, 2010 - 9:00PM EST (North America)

The topic will be: The best of Prince William & Kate Middleton episodes

© Marilyn Braun 2010

The Royal Report for Sunday October 3, 2010- Is Kate Middleton suitable for the royal family?

Kate Middleton has been dating Prince William for eight years. There has been much discussion surrounding whether or not she is suitable for the royal family. Is she suitable for the royal family?

Listen to the episode to find out:

Is Kate Middleton suitable for the royal family?

Publications mentioned

Hello! Canada Weekly No 189 4 october 2010

Blogs mentioned

British Royal Wedding

Videos mentioned

In Private - In Public: The Prince and Princess of Wales [VHS]

From My Royal Collection

In the Royal Manner: Expert Advice on Etiquette and Entertaining from the Former Butler to Diana, Princess of Wales by Paul Burrell

There will be no episode next week. Tune in to the next episode of The Royal Report on Sunday October 17, 2010 at 9:00PM EST

Topic to be determined

© Marilyn Braun 2010

The Royal Report for Sunday September 19, 2010 - The Life and times of Prince Andrew, Duke of York

On this episode, a look back at the life and times of Prince Andrew, Duke of York.

Listen to the episode here

Publications mentioned

Hello! Canada Weekly No 187 20 September 2010

Toronto Star July 29, 1981

Hamilton Spectator July 30, 1981

From My Royal Collection

H. R. H. Prince Andrew by Anwar Hussein

Website Mentioned

The Duke of York - The UK's Special Representative for International Trade and Investment

Resources used to research this episode

The Official Site of the British Monarchy

Prince Andrew by Nicholas Courtney

Royal Heritage Series: The Story Of Prince Andrew

Prince Andrew and Prince Edward by Lornie Leete-Hodge

The Queen's Children by Donald Edgar

Little Princes: From Cradle to Crown by Sue Arnold



Tune in to the next episode of The Royal Report on Sunday September 26, 2010 at 9:00PM EST (North America)

The topic will be: The wit, the wisdom, a look back at the life of Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh

© Marilyn Braun 2010

The Royal Report for Sunday September 12, 2010 - Prince William and Kate Middleton rumors - Fact or fiction?

Recently there has been a lot of news surrounding when Prince William and Kate Middleton will get married. Followed by reported 'denials'.

Are these rumors fact or fiction?

Listen to the episode to find out

Publications mentioned

Hello! Canada Weekly No 186 13 September 2010

Films discussed

Toronto International Film Festival - 2010 Films - King's Speech

CBC - The Queen in 3D

From My Royal Collection

Debrett's Book of Royal Children by Charles Kidd & Patrick Montague-Smith

Tune in to the next episode of The Royal Report on Sunday September 19, 2010 at 9:00PM EST (North America)

The topic will be: Royal Focus: Prince Andrew, The Duke of York

© Marilyn Braun 2010

Win a copy of Someday My Prince Will Come by Jerramy Fine

The Sunday September 5th, 2010 episode of The Royal Report featured an interview with Jerramy Fine, author of the book Someday My Prince Will Come, the True Adventures of a Wannabe Princess.

Listen to the episode to find out how you can win a copy of her book.

The Royal Report for Sunday September 5th, 2010 - An Interview With Jerramy Fine

© Marilyn Braun 2010