About this episode
This episode discusses King Charles's charm offensive in America amidst political tensions involving Donald Trump and British PM Keir Starmer.
The Americans are falling all over King Charles and Queen Camilla, with politicians giving the King a dozen standing ovations during his address to Congress. Charles is on a charm offensive, while Donald Trump wars with British PM Keir Starmer and Charles’ son Prince Harry. So, is it working? Our royal expert Richard Ferguson is here. Read more about this story at theaustralian.com.au and see the video by subscribing to our YouTube channel . Trump, Charles trade jokes in White House dinner speeches Charles warns against America 'turning inward' Commentary by Joe Kelly: Charles to America: our alliance must evolve – AUKUS and shared values in a new era Commentary by Jacquelin Magnay: King’s speech scripted by Starmer This episode of The Front is presented by Claire Harvey, produced by Kristen Amiet and edited by Tiffany Dimmack. Our team includes Lia Tsamoglou, Joshua Burton and Jasper Leak, who also composed our music. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
People in this episode
Host: Claire Harvey
Guest: Richard Ferguson
Topics covered
- royalty
- politics
- international relations
- media
- humor
- diplomacy
Keywords
- King Charles
- Donald Trump
- Queen Camilla
- Keir Starmer
- Prince Harry
- royal expert
- charm offensive
- Congress
- AUKUS
- diplomacy
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: The Australian, YouTube, AUKUS
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