We uncover the true nature of Meghan's envy unleashed in the wake of Harry dominating headlines with a shocking interview featuring Putin and Trump. Brace yourself, for the crockery is flying in Montecito.
Reports have emerged that Prince Harry had ambitious plans for his podcast, hoping to interview the likes of Vladimir Putin, Zuckerberg, and Trump. He wanted to delve into their childhood, seeking to understand how they became the influential figures they are today.
The Duke of Sussex even had the audacity to consider a conversation with Pope Francis about religion, leaving many scratching their heads in disbelief. But alas, these grand plans were not meant to be. Spotify, the streaming giant, decided to scrap Harry and Meghan's podcast archetypes after just one series.
The Raw couple's audio production company, Actual Audio, and Spotify released a joint statement announcing their parting of ways. It seems that their ambition fell short, unable to meet productivity benchmarks required for the full payout of the reported 15 million pound deal.
Bill Simmons, head of podcast innovation and monetization at Spotify, didn't hold back his criticism. In an episode of his own podcast, he labeled Harry and Meghan as "the effing grifters" and expressed his regret for not launching his podcast with them instead. The comments are a brutal blow to the couple's aspirations and cast doubts on their credibility in the podcasting world.
Now the question arises, what does the future hold for Meghan Markle after failing on a global scale? Royal correspondent Kinsey Scofield believes that Meghan will have to resort to becoming an influencer. You heard that right.
The Duchess, who once stood on the world stage, is now expected to create digital content to maintain her relevance. It's a hard pill to swallow for someone who sought to redefine her role and impact. Today marks a low point for Meghan and Harry as they struggle to come to terms with their identity and determine the next steps.
The cancellation of the Netflix project, Pearl, before it even materialized, and now being kicked to the curb by Spotify in front of the entire world, these are trying times for the couple. It seems that the allure of royalty and the promises of grandeur have given way to a harsh reality.