He separated himself from something very special and exclusive, a typical thought that the grass was greener on the other side. This in itself is not a bad thing. If he had kept quiet, neither he nor we would be where we are today. Nobody blamed him for leaving; he is a human who has the right to decide. However, the way in which he did everything, all for a woman he didn't even know, was terrible. We only get a certain amount of time with our families and friends. Treasure them while they are here. Don't have regrets after the fact because they will last a lifetime. ✨️
What an interesting discussion on a subject I'd never considered before. I don't know how you continue to find such engaging guests but please keep them coming.
Unbelievable! Outrageous! So very interesting. Another book I have to get. They are piling up…..I hope it will be a long hard winter, so I have time to read them all.
Thank you Phil, I enjoyed your talk with Sara and was very interested in her research concerning the female detectives I am definitely going to purchase this book.
Loved this podcast! I In Birmingham, in the 1960s, a friend of my family was a policeman's wife and the Ch.Constable turn down permission for her to take a job, but he allowed her to volunteer to take up the same work. The reason given for the Ch.Constable's refusal was that she needed be there to look after him when he came home. This had a very negative effect on the woman's marriage and she felt a lifelong resentment about being denied the chance for a career, just because of her husbands employment.
I cant resist your podcasts Phil....they're always so revealing! So many topics, so much variety, best education I've found on TH-cam. Don't stop broadcasting please. @philmcraig
This has been my favorite podcast ever since I discovered it, probably because I am a social historian with a taste for scandal.😀 Fascinating guest and topic today. Boy do you deserve more listeners. So sorry to see Andrew Lownie depart, and so glad you are continuing.
Thank you for spotlighting a little known historical era. Women detectives literally took their lives in their own hands to uncover crimes. At a time when women were supposed to be vapid and pretty, the bravery of the ladies was extroidinary. As for Harry, I agree with you on most points. I do not like or approve of his behavior, but he is in an extremely personal, desperate situation. I believe if he knew his life would turn out the way it has, he would have made either a different choice or moved slowly. He is and will always be royal. He's made a huge error in judgment whilst placating his wife. Hopefully, he can get back to himself one day. We all deserve understanding and a little forgiveness. Though I don't think many people consider him forgivable for the way he treated his grandparents, especially. That period is very difficult to make peace with. Thank you for another wonderful, informative show.
Hello Phil, thank you for a very entertaining chat with Sara. As to your Harry segment, I will show him more support just as soon as he finds the balls to speak out on behalf of the Baka people so mistreated by the agents of his organisation, African Parks.
So looking forward to hearing Simon Heffer talk about the abdication. And maybe he will mention the influence of the Archbishop of the Canterbury Cosmo Lang who wanted to save us from a playboy King and stop the nation being divided by marrying a divorcee. The past is a foreign country. We did things differently back then ...
I have the same view as you Phil regarding Harry. I find it hard to dislike him even though I don't like some of the things he has done. There is, I believe, a real good side to him. I understand why some people have strong negative opinions regarding him but I really dislike the intolerance towards differing opinions because it just shuts down any real conversation. The relationship between Harry and William may never be what it once was but who knows what the future will bring. I am old enough to remember how hated Camilla was and never would I have imagined she could ever have been Queen but I went from being a hater to someone really likes her.
Hey Phil , enjoy hearing your thoughts . I used to like Harry , after he showed the world his true self I don’t respect him I don’t care to support his endeavors . Harry has stated he doesn’t want to be apart of the ‘ institution’ and he has focused on damaging the Monarchy. What a lovely guest today ❗️I’m looking forward to seeing you chat with Shauna .
Thanks Amy, and lovely to hear from you. Think I’ll leave the royals alone for a while! And yes Sara was a terrific guest and her book is both original and fascinating- someone should make a documentary series out of it!
Officially Guy Burgess died of a heart attack after traumatic liver failure in a hospital in Moscow. Natural causes ? Or was it murder ? His completed memoir mysteriously disappeared as indeed did his boyfriend.
What I adore about you Phil, is you’re a reasonably, fair gentleman. Don’t ever become jaundiced like the other Podcasters who can’t rise above the BS. I can remember when they all were against the now Queen and now they’re all over her like butter on popcorn.
Something sticks in my mind. On a previous podcast, our good presenter, said the controversial tell all memoir Spare by Henry Windsor is , and I quote, ' full of lies '. Maybe Phil could be specific, please. On a personal note , I was impressed with the Prince's quotations from the meta physical thinkers, first generation shrinks, shakespeare, Dickens, Latin gnomics, etc.
How did this podcast go by so quickly? I'm buying Sara's book. What an interesting topic. Phil, you should be a literary agent, I've got Kindle and book stores on speed dial. I say this sincerely- Harry and Meghan are good at connecting with crowds. If they had understood their personal strengths and weaknesses and listened to good advice there would be a place for them in public life. They've just been so directionless, so ham handed and spiteful it's hard to imagine them as representatives for anything but their own interests.
You're forgetting they actually had devices on them to try snd catch the RF out, two dreadful ppl who should stay in America and not come bk, I never want to see him back here and I never ever want her, her character is rotten and it oozes from her.
Don't expect everyone to agree and I also accept that he's been the main aggressor here - in the last few years anyway. But looking back deeper into the past - as I have with my Diana work - it's not so clear cut IMO
I'm not actually sure what you are talking about, all I can see is Harry using Africa to be relevant again and I find it utterly sick. He doesn't do anything for other people he does it for himself.
Fair point and all feedback valuable Natoyia - I might focus more on my interviews and less on the modern day royals going forward. Thanks for watching 😊
Keeping my fingers crossed the forthcoming podcast will hopefully shed some light to the old chestnut have we bought into the JF Kennedy myth ? It might help. And if I may, will be interesting and significant to hear the sources cited.
You are naive. He does the same things he used to do to improve his image and because he simply has nothing else. Everything he has done in the last few years has failed. Spare made him money, but it ultimately destroyed his reputation and his relationship with his family. I think he's slowly waking up, but things will never be the same again. His smile used to seem genuine, now all I see is emptiness.
@@philmcraig Harry might worm his way back into the country's good books but I'll hazard a guess that he has forever blown it with his brother. He went too far.
@@philmcraigThe difference is that Camilla kept her trap shut and didn’t say anything publicly or publish anything that could be thrown back at her. She suffered largely in silence, which is why many of us have a lot of respect for her. Harry on the other hand has shown his true character through his words and actions, and I for one will not forget this behaviour leading up to the Queen’s death. His refusal of her invitation to visit her is just one example.
Quite early in life I worked out that there are some women who are supremely clever, there are some men who use those clever women’s produce to further their own careers. And there are a huge group of men who will keep it all a secret in order the thrive. It is a large part of inequality and I believe always has been. Every layer of society benefits from women’s skills but women don’t always get the credit.
Heh Phil I enjoy Scandal Mongers. What has happened to Andrew Lownie, your partner in Scandal? Megan has never had the first clue about how a Royal behaves. Long past time she got dumped but I don't see him ever integrated back into the Royal Family. How can he ever possibly rebuild trust with his family? I can imagine anyone feeling the slightest bit comfortable to open up in front of him. I wouldn't want someone who has displayed such an abysmal lack of maturity and judgement back in the Royal fold.
Thanks for watching - I explain at the end of episode 83 that Andrew decided to stop really because he’s got too busy with his writing and running a literary agency - but we’re still mates and he will be back now and again! 😊
Total agree with you. That Harry had an horrible time after Diane’s dead. And that he do not like Camilla and his father total understand. But to put you family up the rubbish belt so openly, is disgusting. And no excuse. And then what has William done he suffered the same way maybe more.
Michael 'whispering death ' Holding. Fantastic bowler. Silky smooth run up. Poetry in motion. If I was facing this legend, I would wisely pop in a couple of boxes. 😉
@@jimb9063 Always felt sympathy for the West Indies wicket keeper having to keep to the likes of Joel Garner, Malcolm Marshall, Andy Roberts, and Michael Holding ! I was surprised to hear Andy Roberts was the quickest of the quartet as I assumed it would be Holding.
Over the years sledging has become a fine art in the gentleman's game of cricket. Sophisticated and cultured. In Antigua 2003, the Australian cricketing legend Glen McGrath sledged the West Indies batsman Sarwan with , ' What does Lara's [ West Indies captain and arguably greatest batsman the world has known ] dick taste like ? ' Sarwan retorted , ' I don't know. Why don't you ask your wife ? ' Cricket - the gentleman's game.
@@jonathanbrewer7072 Yes, no let up. Possibly the hardest hands in the world! Quite the variety as well as scary pace in that quartet, considering the difference between where MM and JG let go of the ball and the subsequent nature of the bounce.
Brian Johnson reputedly quipped The bowlers [ Michael ] Holding, the batmans [ Peter ] Willey. Oval '76. I thought it was a yarn however there's no conclusive evidence either way.
I hope the book is as interesting as this podcast, I have it on my wish list. You are right Phil regarding families, I just watch an old doc "Prince Charles at 70" and Harry was very engaging, now he is a loud mouth schnook I wish he wasn't jumping on every band wagon he comes across it looks very insincere.
Very interesting. I'm an American and I know how bad the Kennedy's were and still are. Including the women. All the information has been out there for many years. Thanks Phil. I can't believe that I don't have your book on Diana. I purchased so many trying to figure her out. I was never a fan of her at all. I'll purchase yours because I like you and I am sure it will be interesting. Sorry I didn't make it through the hole cricket episode. 😂❤ Until next time
The Housekeeper s Diary is an excellent book. By Wendy Berry . I've read all the Diana books too but this one was recently read through by The Vintage Read TH-cam channel creator Shauna. Quite an eye opener!
@@susanpook58 I got the book because of Shauna and I purchased the Royal Secrets and Royal service about a year ago when she recommended them."Sip" to you ❤️
No problem with Harry going off on his own. as someone who lives in a relm country i would not accept him back. He has made his thoughts and feelings clear this area, so yes come back into his family up to them. The RF is not a busness where you come in and out of, it is a RF with contitutional position, not a place for someone who can't make it in the real world can flop in and out of as if its a rehab place.
Thank you for this. Very entertaining. There was a BBC documentary called Scandalous Women (some generous soul has posted it on YT) where the first part talks about Caroline Norton's plight. The way that highly intelligent woman was treated by her brutal husband was horrendous. As for harry (doesn't deserve a capital), I do hope that his tormented soul finds some peace while he goes about his royal (???!!!) tours but I still think he's a spineless grifting dolt with an Oedipus complex who has done more damage to his mother's memory than any tabloid. I appreciate your forgiving nature and should he find his way back into the fold, I hope he takes up residence a few time zones away. Tristan da Cunha comes to mind; I think it still flies the British flag and it is in the middle of the South Atlantic.
I clicked on to watch the interview and didn't expect some waffle about Harry first. I can't see the connection myself but since you brought the subject up, if he can reconcile with his family that's an entirely private affair. If he was my son or brother I doubt I'd be so forgiving. However, the late Queen was very clear, there can be no half in half out. He cannot be allowed to merch the monarchy. If that were to happen the UK would become a republic quicker that you can say God Save the King. But to the main event, it was fascinating to hear about the female detectives. I'm hoping to attend Sara's talk at Toppings in St Andrews in person and have so many questions for her. Thank you for sharing this interview and if you drop the Harry propaganda i may even subscribe in the future.
Really enjoyed this❤ (a personal interest of mine) and yes Phil u can be in love with someone uv never met. I've been in love with Boo Radley for 46 yrs😂😂
Thank you Phil, you're promoted (or relegated!) to after lunch clean up during the T20 WC, especially for India Pakistan. Many more strings to your bow than we realised. Must have been an amazing moment hearing your parents music and Mum singing when out clubbing! Get hold of the bands and see if they'll do a little plug for the podcast. What's the worst they could tell you, to stick underpants on your head, pencils up your nose, and say wibble?!! Getting repetitive, but can only say great guest and conversation yet again. Like last week there's themes of the terrible things that can happen when power imbalances occur, only seemingly (hopefully) on a much broader scale in the period covered. It's interesting to learn that it's not just the stereotypical lack of agency for women at this time. Perhaps that attitude has been a little unhelpful if maybe well meaning to a degree. More a case of lack of recognition for what was done, both in the roles they did carry out, and in the general down grading of what they were "supposed" to be doing at the same time. Possibly worse than the idea of "just" being tied to the sink and not being "allowed" to participate. In one way, the attitude taken must have been enormously helpful for women to be effective in roles it was presumed they wouldn't be doing, while not getting any of the credit deserved. Women of history = George Smiley sans pension.
Thanks
Very much appreciated once again Alison 😊
I never thought of women detectives playing such an amazing role. Im definitely buying this book.
Thanks!
My monthly subscription 😉
@@Meanookit’s very much appreciated and thanks so much for it!!😊
He separated himself from something very special and exclusive, a typical thought that the grass was greener on the other side. This in itself is not a bad thing. If he had kept quiet, neither he nor we would be where we are today. Nobody blamed him for leaving; he is a human who has the right to decide. However, the way in which he did everything, all for a woman he didn't even know, was terrible. We only get a certain amount of time with our families and friends. Treasure them while they are here. Don't have regrets after the fact because they will last a lifetime. ✨️
That's very moving and humane and I 100% agree!
The way he treated his grandparents when they were both very ill and near end of life is beyonc forgiveness. It is elder abuse. 💙🇨🇦
Ohhh Philllllll were you the Spare in your family or something?
@@dangerkittyfilms busted
What an interesting discussion on a subject I'd never considered before. I don't know how you continue to find such engaging guests but please keep them coming.
Thanks Nick - and it's easy. I just beg!
Not only a great bowler, but an able batsman with a Test best of 78. Michael Holding. ( The bowlers Holding, the batsman Willy. Alas, never said ).
Unbelievable! Outrageous! So very interesting. Another book I have to get. They are piling up…..I hope it will be a long hard winter, so I have time to read them all.
Sara will love to read this! 😊
Thank you Phil, I enjoyed your talk with Sara and was very interested in her research concerning the female detectives I am definitely going to purchase this book.
My work here is done! Thanks so much for watching! 😊
Loved this podcast! I
In Birmingham, in the 1960s, a friend of my family was a policeman's wife and the Ch.Constable turn down permission for her to take a job, but he allowed her to volunteer to take up the same work.
The reason given for the Ch.Constable's refusal was that she needed be there to look after him when he came home.
This had a very negative effect on the woman's marriage and she felt a lifelong resentment about being denied the chance for a career, just because of her husbands employment.
Sadly common I fear. Thanks so much for watching and commenting Jan 😊
I cant resist your podcasts Phil....they're always so revealing! So many topics, so much variety, best education I've found on TH-cam. Don't stop broadcasting please. @philmcraig
@@janwhite6038 Deal!
Best news l've heard all week. Thank you.
This has been my favorite podcast ever since I discovered it, probably because I am a social historian with a taste for scandal.😀 Fascinating guest and topic today. Boy do you deserve more listeners. So sorry to see Andrew Lownie depart, and so glad you are continuing.
What a very generous comment and thanks! Please spread the word if you can! 😊
Thank you for spotlighting a little known historical era. Women detectives literally took their lives in their own hands to uncover crimes. At a time when women were supposed to be vapid and pretty, the bravery of the ladies was extroidinary.
As for Harry, I agree with you on most points. I do not like or approve of his behavior, but he is in an extremely personal, desperate situation. I believe if he knew his life would turn out the way it has, he would have made either a different choice or moved slowly. He is and will always be royal. He's made a huge error in judgment whilst placating his wife. Hopefully, he can get back to himself one day. We all deserve understanding and a little forgiveness. Though I don't think many people consider him forgivable for the way he treated his grandparents, especially. That period is very difficult to make peace with.
Thank you for another wonderful, informative show.
And thank you Sharon for a smart and thoughtful comment! I’m so glad you enjoyed Sara !😊
Hello Phil, thank you for a very entertaining chat with Sara. As to your Harry segment, I will show him more support just as soon as he finds the balls to speak out on behalf of the Baka people so mistreated by the agents of his organisation, African Parks.
I’d like to see that too - thanks for watching Sally😊
So looking forward to hearing Simon Heffer talk about the abdication. And maybe he will mention the influence of the Archbishop of the Canterbury Cosmo Lang who wanted to save us from a playboy King and stop the nation being divided by marrying a divorcee.
The past is a foreign country. We did things differently back then ...
I have the same view as you Phil regarding Harry. I find it hard to dislike him even though I don't like some of the things he has done. There is, I believe, a real good side to him. I understand why some people have strong negative opinions regarding him but I really dislike the intolerance towards differing opinions because it just shuts down any real conversation. The relationship between Harry and William may never be what it once was but who knows what the future will bring. I am old enough to remember how hated Camilla was and never would I have imagined she could ever have been Queen but I went from being a hater to someone really likes her.
That’s pretty much exactly how I see it too. Thanks for watching and for the lovely long comment 😊
We have to show Harry some mercy. I don’t think he was thinking right since he met Meghan. Hope he gats away from her. Have always loved Harry.
Hey Phil , enjoy hearing your thoughts . I used to like Harry , after he showed the world his true self I don’t respect him I don’t care to support his endeavors . Harry has stated he doesn’t want to be apart of the ‘ institution’ and he has focused on damaging the Monarchy. What a lovely guest today ❗️I’m looking forward to seeing you chat with Shauna .
Thanks Amy, and lovely to hear from you. Think I’ll leave the royals alone for a while! And yes Sara was a terrific guest and her book is both original and fascinating- someone should make a documentary series out of it!
Officially Guy Burgess died of a heart attack after traumatic liver failure in a hospital in Moscow. Natural causes ? Or was it murder ? His completed memoir mysteriously disappeared as indeed did his boyfriend.
What I adore about you Phil, is you’re a reasonably, fair gentleman. Don’t ever become jaundiced like the other Podcasters who can’t rise above the BS. I can remember when they all were against the now Queen and now they’re all over her like butter on popcorn.
I do appreciate that Rhyslyn - time can heal all kinds of things as we’ve all seen in our own lives and those of many public figures 😊
Something sticks in my mind. On a previous podcast, our good presenter, said the controversial tell all memoir Spare by Henry Windsor is , and I quote, ' full of lies '. Maybe Phil could be specific, please. On a personal note , I was impressed with the Prince's quotations from the meta physical thinkers, first generation shrinks, shakespeare, Dickens, Latin gnomics, etc.
How did this podcast go by so quickly? I'm buying Sara's book. What an interesting topic. Phil, you should be a literary agent, I've got Kindle and book stores on speed dial.
I say this sincerely- Harry and Meghan are good at connecting with crowds. If they had understood their personal strengths and weaknesses and listened to good advice there would be a place for them in public life. They've just been so directionless, so ham handed and spiteful it's hard to imagine them as representatives for anything but their own interests.
I can see how it looks like that now I admit. Things can change.😊
You're forgetting they actually had devices on them to try snd catch the RF out, two dreadful ppl who should stay in America and not come bk, I never want to see him back here and I never ever want her, her character is rotten and it oozes from her.
Don't expect everyone to agree and I also accept that he's been the main aggressor here - in the last few years anyway. But looking back deeper into the past - as I have with my Diana work - it's not so clear cut IMO
@philmcraig I don't expect everyone to agree I'm not that dense yet.
Yes disgusting two faced behaviour when you consider the court case he is dragging through the Courts re bugging, etc.
@@KarenRobson-t6h I agree with him on those - if nothing else!
Hi Phil, great to join you again,cant wait to get into this interview. ❤ from Australia ❤
Welcome Dale! 😊
Hi Phil , now this week's podcast was very good so amazing the way the Police treated women in history .
Thanks Wendy - I love conversations like this and Sara’s book is a treat 😊
@@philmcraig When I go into Town ( Oxford ) I shall purchase the book .LOL .
@@WendyPearce-z3j that will make Sara’s day!
I'm not actually sure what you are talking about, all I can see is Harry using Africa to be relevant again and I find it utterly sick.
He doesn't do anything for other people he does it for himself.
Fair point and all feedback valuable Natoyia - I might focus more on my interviews and less on the modern day royals going forward. Thanks for watching 😊
Keeping my fingers crossed the forthcoming podcast will hopefully shed some light to the old chestnut have we bought into the JF Kennedy myth ? It might help.
And if I may, will be interesting and significant to hear the sources cited.
You are naive. He does the same things he used to do to improve his image and because he simply has nothing else. Everything he has done in the last few years has failed. Spare made him money, but it ultimately destroyed his reputation and his relationship with his family. I think he's slowly waking up, but things will never be the same again. His smile used to seem genuine, now all I see is emptiness.
I am almost certainly being naive - but stranger things have happened. Camilla's acceptance for example...Nobody would have predicted that in the 90s
@@philmcraig Harry might worm his way back into the country's good books but I'll hazard a guess that he has forever blown it with his brother. He went too far.
@@nicolawood9534 It would be a big thing to forgive I do agree - but for a man destined to lead a church, maybe achievable
@@philmcraigThe difference is that Camilla kept her trap shut and didn’t say anything publicly or publish anything that could be thrown back at her. She suffered largely in silence, which is why many of us have a lot of respect for her.
Harry on the other hand has shown his true character through his words and actions, and I for one will not forget this behaviour leading up to the Queen’s death. His refusal of her invitation to visit her is just one example.
@@ynys_mon6928 That’s true tho Camilla’s regular conversations with the editor of the Sun are little known - he told me all about them for my book!
So agree with you about Prince Harry.so much written over the top .
Thanks Jim😊
Quite early in life I worked out that there are some women who are supremely clever, there are some men who use those clever women’s produce to further their own careers. And there are a huge group of men who will keep it all a secret in order the thrive. It is a large part of inequality and I believe always has been. Every layer of society benefits from women’s skills but women don’t always get the credit.
Wise words! Thanks for them Rikki 😊
Heh Phil I enjoy Scandal Mongers. What has happened to Andrew Lownie, your partner in Scandal? Megan has never had the first clue about how a Royal behaves. Long past time she got dumped but I don't see him ever integrated back into the Royal Family. How can he ever possibly rebuild trust with his family? I can imagine anyone feeling the slightest bit comfortable to open up in front of him. I wouldn't want someone who has displayed such an abysmal lack of maturity and judgement back in the Royal fold.
Thanks for watching - I explain at the end of episode 83 that Andrew decided to stop really because he’s got too busy with his writing and running a literary agency - but we’re still mates and he will be back now and again! 😊
Total agree with you. That Harry had an horrible time after Diane’s dead. And that he do not like Camilla and his father total understand. But to put you family up the rubbish belt so openly, is disgusting. And no excuse. And then what has William done he suffered the same way maybe more.
Yes I think that’s fair Jacqueline
Michael 'whispering death ' Holding. Fantastic bowler. Silky smooth run up. Poetry in motion. If I was facing this legend, I would wisely pop in a couple of boxes. 😉
I think it would be daunting enough trying to keep wicket when he was bowling. That's close enough!
@@jimb9063 Always felt sympathy for the West Indies wicket keeper having to keep to the likes of Joel Garner, Malcolm Marshall, Andy Roberts, and Michael Holding ! I was surprised to hear Andy Roberts was the quickest of the quartet as I assumed it would be Holding.
Over the years sledging has become a fine art in the gentleman's game of cricket. Sophisticated and cultured. In Antigua 2003, the Australian cricketing legend Glen McGrath sledged the West Indies batsman Sarwan with , ' What does Lara's [ West Indies captain and arguably greatest batsman the world has known ] dick taste like ? '
Sarwan retorted , ' I don't know. Why don't you ask your wife ? '
Cricket - the gentleman's game.
@@jonathanbrewer7072 Yes, no let up. Possibly the hardest hands in the world!
Quite the variety as well as scary pace in that quartet, considering the difference between where MM and JG let go of the ball and the subsequent nature of the bounce.
Kind of like being raped as a child and then being told to forget because best for family
Thank you Sara and Phil.
( I was quietly hoping for The Case of the Missing Andrew Lownie to be solved by Sara and Phil. )
Brian Johnson reputedly quipped The bowlers [ Michael ] Holding, the batmans [ Peter ] Willey. Oval '76. I thought it was a yarn however there's no conclusive evidence either way.
I love the stories of yesteryear, especially the Victorian ones.
That's lovely to read - Thanks for watching
Excellent podcast 👏🏻 👌🏻
I hope the book is as interesting as this podcast, I have it on my wish list. You are right Phil regarding families, I just watch an old doc "Prince Charles at 70" and Harry was very engaging, now he is a loud mouth schnook I wish he wasn't jumping on every band wagon he comes across it looks very insincere.
Thanks so much Rita - and i think you’d really enjoy it 😊
Lovely surprise😊
Very entertaining 👏 😊
Thanks Taylor - I loved talking to Sara and her book is a treat
Very interesting. I'm an American and I know how bad the Kennedy's were and still are. Including the women. All the information has been out there for many years. Thanks Phil. I can't believe that I don't have your book on Diana. I purchased so many trying to figure her out. I was never a fan of her at all. I'll purchase yours because I like you and I am sure it will be interesting. Sorry I didn't make it through the hole cricket episode. 😂❤ Until next time
The Housekeeper s Diary is an excellent book. By Wendy Berry . I've read all the Diana books too but this one was recently read through by The Vintage Read TH-cam channel creator Shauna. Quite an eye opener!
@@susanpook58 I got the book because of Shauna and I purchased the Royal Secrets and Royal service about a year ago when she recommended them."Sip" to you ❤️
Many thanks Claire and I hope you find the book interesting - it's not the usual take on her that I can promise!
No problem with Harry going off on his own. as someone who lives in a relm country i would not accept him back. He has made his thoughts and feelings clear this area, so yes come back into his family up to them. The RF is not a busness where you come in and out of, it is a RF with contitutional position, not a place for someone who can't make it in the real world can flop in and out of as if its a rehab place.
I totally get that Cheryl and I think most people on here would agree with you 100%. Thanks for watching and commenting 😊
Thank you for this. Very entertaining. There was a BBC documentary called Scandalous Women (some generous soul has posted it on YT) where the first part talks about Caroline Norton's plight. The way that highly intelligent woman was treated by her brutal husband was horrendous.
As for harry (doesn't deserve a capital), I do hope that his tormented soul finds some peace while he goes about his royal (???!!!) tours but I still think he's a spineless grifting dolt with an Oedipus complex who has done more damage to his mother's memory than any tabloid. I appreciate your forgiving nature and should he find his way back into the fold, I hope he takes up residence a few time zones away. Tristan da Cunha comes to mind; I think it still flies the British flag and it is in the middle of the South Atlantic.
What a lovely comment Giovanna and yes the last outposts of the old Empire maybe fitting for him! At least initially 😊
Thanks for this info👍🩷
Is it true that he was just Fayed and added Al to make himself sound more impressive. ?
Yes- the rags to riches story as told in The Crown is largely true 😊
I clicked on to watch the interview and didn't expect some waffle about Harry first. I can't see the connection myself but since you brought the subject up, if he can reconcile with his family that's an entirely private affair. If he was my son or brother I doubt I'd be so forgiving. However, the late Queen was very clear, there can be no half in half out. He cannot be allowed to merch the monarchy. If that were to happen the UK would become a republic quicker that you can say God Save the King.
But to the main event, it was fascinating to hear about the female detectives. I'm hoping to attend Sara's talk at Toppings in St Andrews in person and have so many questions for her. Thank you for sharing this interview and if you drop the Harry propaganda i may even subscribe in the future.
Message received Naomi and thanks for watching. Sara was a terrific guest and her book is sparkling. As for Harry… definitely not for a week or so! 😊
Really enjoyed this❤ (a personal interest of mine) and yes Phil u can be in love with someone uv never met. I've been in love with Boo Radley for 46 yrs😂😂
I’m going to be talking about Angela A LOT next year! ❤. Thanks for watching Susan 😊
Thank you Phil, you're promoted (or relegated!) to after lunch clean up during the T20 WC, especially for India Pakistan.
Many more strings to your bow than we realised. Must have been an amazing moment hearing your parents music and Mum singing when out clubbing! Get hold of the bands and see if they'll do a little plug for the podcast. What's the worst they could tell you, to stick underpants on your head, pencils up your nose, and say wibble?!!
Getting repetitive, but can only say great guest and conversation yet again.
Like last week there's themes of the terrible things that can happen when power imbalances occur, only seemingly (hopefully) on a much broader scale in the period covered.
It's interesting to learn that it's not just the stereotypical lack of agency for women at this time. Perhaps that attitude has been a little unhelpful if maybe well meaning to a degree. More a case of lack of recognition for what was done, both in the roles they did carry out, and in the general down grading of what they were "supposed" to be doing at the same time. Possibly worse than the idea of "just" being tied to the sink and not being "allowed" to participate.
In one way, the attitude taken must have been enormously helpful for women to be effective in roles it was presumed they wouldn't be doing, while not getting any of the credit deserved.
Women of history = George Smiley sans pension.
George Smiley with no pension - love it! So pleased to be promoted as well, and yes it’s definitely a promotion!! 😊
I wonder how a woman from Edinburgh got such a strong English accent? I think an Edinburgh accent is just gorgeous. Shame she lost it.
She’s based in St Andrews which is probably 75% English students! Thanks for watching Magenta😊
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Still got the pierced ear Phil?
Still sometimes use it too!!
@@PhilCraig-Writing in those days that was quite radical, how times have changed….. it’s still cool 😎 though :)