Shauna Kay From The Vintage Read | Ep.74 | The Scandal Mongers Podcast
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2 ай бұрынIn this special episode Andrew and Phil speak with Shauna Kay, whose family of Australian based podcasts, The Vintage Read, has been a huge success in the last year or so. We have many friends and ideas in common, along with a shared fascination for all things literary, scandalous...and very often royal!
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@waywardrachel9637 2 ай бұрын
Whoever says Meghan carry a lot of weight in America doesn't live in America. American here.
@andrewlownie2033 2 ай бұрын
Very interesting. I agree she's blown it in US.
@fibanocci314 2 ай бұрын
American who agrees. She's too connected to the royals for the serious anti-monarchy people to take her beyond her complaints, too against the monarchy and the Markles for anybody who believes strongly in family and loyalty and tradition, too narcissistic for any narcissistic whose purposes are at a cross to hers. The only people she's really got are the people who allow their compassion to override everything else and narcissists (in the short term) who are holding her up to normalize their own behaviour. Which after all is a fairly small percentage of the population. They are just unfortunately VERY LOUD.
@lauriespencer4132 2 ай бұрын
Exactly. 🇺🇸
@jameydupuy9280 2 ай бұрын
I'm American, too. Mist people I know, that even know who she is, think they are both a joke. Just laughingstocks and ridiculed. 😂 I think the biggest joke was that she was a bug actress. She was barely a D rate actress.
@karenleavitt7241 Ай бұрын
No one likes her here in America!
@Happinc 2 ай бұрын
My husband met a fascinating ex Etonian in Singapore last year in the course of a business deal. This chap was in the same year as Prince William & he reported over a fascinating long lunch conversation that William was a head down, non pretentious good sort of bloke, keen to fit in & a prince amongst MANY international princes who went to Eton, but he said that the younger brother was quite an upstart & quite unpopular at the school… Thought I would share just this little contributory anecdote which proves to me that Harry is jealous malicious little brother whose purpose is definitely to rise above his brother at any cost. The Markle connection has been a true meeting of the minds! Great conversation! 🫶🏽🦘🦘🦘🇦🇺🐨
@jaym6870 2 ай бұрын
This tidbit about Harry has been shared by a few writers….i can’t remember who they were, but I know I have read this before. So the writers were not wrong!
@MandySam13 2 ай бұрын
Well that’s interesting and not at all surprising. Harry seems quote unpleasant just like his uncle A. Entitled and arrogant who thinks he deserves things for who he was born as, not what he contributes? That’s why both of them ask for special treatment and free security etc at the expense of the tax payer while they are no longer working royals? Harry wants it for his overseas based family which is even worse than Andrew who lives in the UK? I always got the impression from accounts and from observation that William is a serious guy. Harry is jealous and nasty. Thanks for sharing.
@philmcraig Ай бұрын
Thanks and yes that’s quite a convincing anecdote i have to say 😊
@andrewlownie2033 Ай бұрын
Very interesting. Thanks for sharing.
@Always_Thinking Ай бұрын
Great anecdote 😊
@kyliedavies1695 2 ай бұрын
Love Shauna she’s a fellow Queenslander and she is erudite, entertaining and a very clever timeline researcher- and she’s funny!
@thevintageread 2 ай бұрын
Thanks Mum 😂 No seriously I appreciate it! ❤
@andrewlownie2033 2 ай бұрын
I agree. I'm learning lots from her podcasts.
@JustinCase-ui9qy 2 ай бұрын
She’s great! Only vaguely knew the name “The Vintage Read”, probably bc these gents mentioned her, but am thoroughly impressed with her. Sharp, eloquent, and quite personable. You’ve a fan here in Texas!
@Woofersgalore 2 ай бұрын
Yes.. skilled, talented and funny. I think she is totally brilliant. A great Aussie. All the best from 🇬🇧
@Polopony 2 ай бұрын
She's also a really good analyst of events. She logically constructs timelines and follows things back to their origins in a really clear and rational way, she brings in additional information from other reading that she's done - because she is not only widely read, but very retentive, so she puts things together brilliantly.
@MargaretM-vd7bb 2 ай бұрын
I don’t believe Nigeria was a success. Suppose to be about Invictus, turned into the Mean show. Love Shauna , great show. Thankyou all.❤️🌻
@imanicoppola-v5n 2 ай бұрын
Nigerians would say otherwise! The sooner the Commonwealth cut ties with the RF the better.
@fibanocci314 2 ай бұрын
I suppose that depends on whether you believe it was actually meant to be about Invictus or about Meghan in the first place. Of the goal was to make Meghan seem special and like a princess, then it was a success, at least in the short term. I believe that was the actual goal and Invictus was merely an excuse to showcase Meghan as it has been for a few years.
@enkisdaughter4795 Ай бұрын
Doesn’t everything become the Roachel show?
@sabsmcdabs7139 Ай бұрын
The latest speech by the Nigerian first lady suggests it wasn't the success they are trying to tell us it is!
@annatjienilsen539 Ай бұрын
@@imanicoppola-v5n It is clear that you have a total misconception about the commonwealth much like Markle do. From comments and a few podcasts lead by real Nigerians it is actually the opposite of whatmyou are saying.
@louisetrott5532 2 ай бұрын
Isn't Shauna delightful! We love her here in Australia!
@barbraluce5706 2 ай бұрын
Hmmm, the Daily Mail??? They run a lot of pro-Meggsie drivel.
@Bindi728 2 ай бұрын
Yes we do! Besides M&H there are so many more interesting topics to talk and more importantly laugh about Louise!
@Joanna7428 2 ай бұрын
Yes she is! We love her on the other side of the world, live from the UK ❤
@user-rw7vh6hf1h Ай бұрын
We love her in the UK, too ❤
@Ronnie-lu7uo Ай бұрын
Shauna and Vintage read is so Good.I always feel like it's a being with Friends, having a Goss.Always interesting when she reviews books,best yet .Enjoying this Scandal Ms + Aussie Shauna.love❤
@robertawitty1533 2 ай бұрын
Yes yes yes on Shauna as a regular!!!
@philmcraig 2 ай бұрын
Done! Thanks Roberta😊
@barbraluce5706 2 ай бұрын
@philmcraig, thank you! You will reap many more subscribers!!!
@Peonyrose-sk4bz 2 ай бұрын
Definitely.
@christinechandler5690 2 ай бұрын
Shauna is such good company, intelligent and friendly. She is well balanced with her opinions and, above all, funny.
@philmcraig 2 ай бұрын
Agreed!! 😊
@patiyer4134 2 ай бұрын
What a great podcast today. I enjoyed having my morning coffee listening to it. One of the things that makes Shauna stand out is the fact that she actually does a lot of research. Her research skills are pretty amazing if you listen to some of her podcasts, whether, the Royals or anything else. It’s apparent that she reads a lot of different sources, combs the Web, and presents sometimes perplexing but very interesting theories about things and that is the sign of a good critical thinker. I for one look will forward to a regular appearance as one of your guests. By the way, I am from the US.
@philmcraig 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for joining us Pat and for the lovely comment. We’re going to make this Anglo-Australian trio last I hope! 🇬🇧🇦🇺🇺🇸
@andrewlownie2033 2 ай бұрын
I agree. So few people who comment on royals bother to do that.
@l.h.2543 2 ай бұрын
So true! I really appreciate Shauna’s well thought out podcasts. She does not succumb to conspiracy theories for cheap clicks.
@barbraluce5706 2 ай бұрын
I appreciate the fact that Shauna is fair minded and non judgemental. I applaud that. Her research and her attitude puts her head and shoulders above many other KZfaqrs.
@edanacichanowicz1711 2 ай бұрын
Yes. Shauna as regular splendid idea!
@nicky3989 2 ай бұрын
Love Shauna and I never miss one of her reviews.
@thevintageread 2 ай бұрын
That’s lovely Nicky, thank you ❤
@andrewlownie2033 2 ай бұрын
Agree. Perceptive and informed.
@Woofersgalore 2 ай бұрын
Yes, she’s top notch
@SOSensoryGardens 2 ай бұрын
This was great. Canada loves Shaunna too 🇨🇦💕
@oghoghomakinde7892 Ай бұрын
I love her too ❤
@nilopnkontrak8210 2 ай бұрын
Love Shauna. She is a delight ❤
@AspenCreekLarkspur Ай бұрын
I’m an American and Meghan is so unpopular here that any endorsement of Biden would be an additional liability to him. Almost everyone is on to her dishonesty, even my younger sister who used to love her.
@grits4658 17 күн бұрын
I’m American and you’re 100% correct❣️🇺🇸
@shardy5426 2 ай бұрын
I'm a regular follower of Shauna's Vintage Read. I"m enjoying this podcast. It's very refreshing to hear discussions with reasonable views from both sides. Very good podcast.
@philmcraig 2 ай бұрын
Really great to see people enjoying that aspect of it - thanks so much 😊
@chocobunny925 2 ай бұрын
Me too!
@lauriespencer4132 2 ай бұрын
This was so enjoyable to watch.
@shariz2998 2 ай бұрын
As a former Canadian living in the US I am interested in Royal goings on, however the majority of my friends pay no attention to Harry and Meghan. When I mentioned something about them to my husband he looked blank and said, “ Who.” She would be a liability to any presidential candidate in the USA.
@looloo4029 Ай бұрын
I think she would trample over any presidential candidate to put herself in the spotlight and in the number one position.
@BarbaraZook-fv2bo 2 ай бұрын
I’m an American and Megan doesn’t carry any weight politically. We as a nation don’t seem to like celebrity endorsements . They are seen as superficial and uneducated and self serving. Hi Shauna it’s always great to see and hear you!
@lisica8458 Ай бұрын
The exception to your great comment is Trump. It seems unlikely that he could have ever been elected president the first (hopefully ONLY) time if he had not been on The Apprentice, which gave him name recognition and created the fable of him being a great businessman. Even though Hillary Clinton won the popular vote in 2016, it's astounding that enough voters fell for the illusion Trump created on a TV show to have tipped the electoral college in his favor.
@JenMaram63 2 ай бұрын
"The art of civilized disagreement" Could have listened to you three all day. Thanks.
@lisajn958 2 ай бұрын
Shauna is amazing! All class!
@Fiona86555 2 ай бұрын
Shauna’s brilliant, she always has good evidence behind her opinions.
@user-ns8su7mh9h 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for inviting Shauna to your podcast, so pleased you've found and following her podcasts. Welcome to the community. N.Z. 🌿
@andrewlownie2033 2 ай бұрын
We hope to work together more
@kyliedavies1695 2 ай бұрын
Yes please more Shauna once a month
@user-xq4yr7xu1z 2 ай бұрын
I agree with Shauna. Meghan just isn't that important and she's a liability. There's all this talk about Meghan getting into politics. I'm American and I have heard next to nothing about Meghan getting into politics.
@philmcraig 2 ай бұрын
Interesting tho some columnists have been speculating on it I think
@andrewlownie2033 2 ай бұрын
@@philmcraig I think it's some way off. She wants to make money first.
@robertawitty1533 2 ай бұрын
Maybe she cozy ups to some of the big folks but I know they see right through her. The last incident where Gavin new son came to her defense was politically motivated for himself - he’s running for governor again against his AG and needed to make him wrong. There is another explanation that Gordon Getty intervened.
@katemyer1955 2 ай бұрын
She exploited all of Ken Sunshine’s connections when she was with his PR firm. Remember Hillary saying she met with Megan, and the fake tour of NY where they met with DiBlasio? And lobbying the U.S. senate using her UK title and a $5 Starbucks card? Gavin Newsome making a bs statement about their public charity. Not to mention the voting speech she & Harry recorded. I think she wants to be in politics, but as usual, doesn’t want to do the hard work.
@katemyer1955 2 ай бұрын
I think Meg wants to be in politics, but isn’t interested in doing the hard work. Ken Sunshine, of SunshineSachs- her former PR company, is extremely heavily connected in the DNC. That is how she got Hillary to mention her name, met DiBlasio, connected with the NY senator Gillibrand to lobby using her UK title and a $5 Starbucks card, bought that award from Andrew Cuomo’s ex-wife, Kerry Kennedy, got Liz Garbus to direct the NF show, and met Gloria Steinem. I’m guessing she burned her bridges with Sunshine, which is why Eric Adams didn’t stick with the line about the catastrophic car crash, and why she’s been cozying up to Newsom instead of the NY based politicos as of late. I don’t think she could win a school board seat with the Santa Barbara County at this point, but I would actually respect the effort if she did.
@RobinGH Ай бұрын
Shauna was a delight! I loved how you all discussed your differing opinions without anybody getting sneering or defensive.
@philmcraig Ай бұрын
Thanks for noticing Robin! 😊
@oceanreefer2626 2 ай бұрын
I love Shauna and I think it would be great for you to have her on regularly.
@kravenscroft4133 2 ай бұрын
Shauna is my favourite You Tuber...she is better than most investigative journalists out there and has an amazing ability to winkle out the most often overlooked details and connect the dots. She is self depreciating and greatly entertaining. Phil you need to investigate into the opinions of Nigerians on what they thought of the Nigeria tour. It was anything but a success from their point of view.
@philmcraig 2 ай бұрын
Fair point - and thanks for watching 😊
@jaym6870 2 ай бұрын
Oh my, I was just about to say this, but I found your comment first. I couldn’t agree with you more. She is also my top KZfaqr in terms of investigative reporting and spot-on analysis based on facts. I follow many, and she is the best. A close second, for me, is Lost Beyond Pluto. Followed by SueMe.
@yoo-hoo-anyone-there- Ай бұрын
You know, if that's how Nigeria treats ordinary citizens, like Mr. and Mrs. Markle, when they visit, I'm booking myself a ticket. I'm already dreaming of 5 star hotels, thousands of dollars for a new wardrobe and jewelry, getting my face on magazine covers and TV and all sorts of other goodies. I had no idea that Nigerians are so welcoming to mere tourists. All you have to do is stay there for 3 days, that's it, to qualify. I can hardly wait.
@BIBLE-UNBUTCHERED 2 ай бұрын
Shauna is a great guest. Very well rounded. Excellent choice gentlemen
@philmcraig 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching 😊
@BIBLE-UNBUTCHERED 2 ай бұрын
@@philmcraig Paula M (KZfaq channel) is extremely well informed on the Spanish Royal Family if you were currently looking to do them. Best wishes
@philmcraig 2 ай бұрын
@@BIBLE-UNBUTCHERED will look into that thanks ☺️
@barbraluce5706 2 ай бұрын
@@philmcraig, beware there. Paula M is getting her info from a book by Queen Letizia 's former brother-in-law. Paula really speculates quite a lot, so much so I unsubscribed to her after she claimed, without proof, Meghan called her
@yoo-hoo-anyone-there- Ай бұрын
@@philmcraig NO NO NO - Not Paula M. She does no research on anything, she merely regurgitates what she hears others say. No integrity whatsoever. Also, she's a grifter. Having said as much on other channels who've mentioned her name and including her own channel, replies I've received are many. This is not just my opinion alone. Shauna had her as a guest not long ago. I can't motivate myself to watch Paula M. anymore but I did voice my opinion to Shauna. I wonder if the episode was well received. You may want to ask Shauna about that if you are seriously considering inviting Paula M. Shauna is such a nice person and very magnanimous, perhaps she had a good experience with that woman. If so, fine and dandy.
@minnroo 2 ай бұрын
You have just appeared in my algorithm because of Shauna. I can’t believe you’ve so many past episodes with people I follow. 👑😌
@philmcraig 2 ай бұрын
Welcome! Lots of great conversations to explore I hope 😊
@oghoghomakinde7892 Ай бұрын
Me too...I'll definitely listen to their other chats
@philmcraig 2 ай бұрын
Welcome to our first episode with Shauna!! 😊
@barbraluce5706 2 ай бұрын
Her beauty and wit add greatly to your panel.
@philmcraig 2 ай бұрын
@@barbraluce5706 can’t argue with that!!
@martizavala6713 2 ай бұрын
Love Shauna because she investigates, re-reads books and has an incredible memory. She regularly re-considers her position and is open-minded. In addition to that, she is humble. Her intelligence and polite manner shown to be far superior to you , Phil, when you interrupted every sentence in the first portion of the podcast and when you dismissed her theories by referring to the photograph which she said she did not include in her theory. It showed you as egotistical and perhaps "threatened" by an intelligent woman. Sad.
@philmcraig 2 ай бұрын
@@martizavala6713 sorry Marti it’s hard to debate on a trans hemisphere zoom but I would never want to disparage Shauna or any of the people we’re lucky enough to interview. Next time she appears - and I think we’re still friends - I’ll try not to be prickly or pushy
@BrendaHutchinson-tp5zu 2 ай бұрын
@philmcraig please continue to be prickly and pushy. On your podcast we expect nothing less.
@JumpAndStretch 2 ай бұрын
Aussie here. The art of civilised disagreement, indeed. A very enjoyable podcast with Shauna, who is well-informed, fair and articulate. A monthly catch-up sounds great. I think Harry is completely fine with what Meghan does; in many ways, she acts out his true thoughts and feelings. I find surrogacy plausible. Harry and Meghan have demonstrated ruthlessness when it comes to the family and getting what they want. I can also see them simply playing games with the media. That said, Meghan crouching in a deep squat at 8 months cannot be explained.
@user-js8gp1vi5g 2 ай бұрын
Please have Shauna on as a regular guest. There can never be enough talk about books...
@Craig-te4wu 2 ай бұрын
Done!!
@andrewlownie2033 2 ай бұрын
We plan to.
@barbraluce5706 2 ай бұрын
Hear, hear!!
@ooigniss 2 ай бұрын
Shauna is in a league of her own!
@Cooksongrl 2 ай бұрын
Oh American here & there's no way Meghan's endorsement would help Biden. While I'm biased I can say Americans really have a problem with the attacks on his family & it looks awful one of us couldn't hack it in the RF , the netflix show made them look awful etc. Shauna's nieche imo is she comes at the Royal Family bringing insight closer to the truth through books. Most others are just surface. The dog story you shared a perfect example! I'm book lover and former journalist & this skill is invaluable.
@Alexaklr Ай бұрын
Most Americans had no idea who Meghan Markle was before the announcement that she was engaged to Harry. When reports said Harry was marrying the American actress, the vast majority of us asked, "Who?" She's on Suits. "What's Suits?" Then we learned it was a cable TV series. Most people shrugged. Obviously she wasn't a household name. I believe she still isn't. Meghan supporting Biden? Well, I'm afraid that won't win him many points. Let's face it, Meghan is no Grace Kelly, but she may be closer in popularity to Mrs. Wallis Simpson.
@Liz.M1460 2 ай бұрын
Enjoyed this one! Hi Shauna! Sip!
@vic58195 2 ай бұрын
As an American, I can assure you Meghan is character poison. No legit candidate would touch her. Shauna’s right, when contacting congress at their private phones, were 1) why do I care about a woman not from my district thinking she could lobby me, 2) how did she get my private number, and 3) laughing at her audacity “ hello, this is the Duchess of Sussex…🤣” You only need to look at her exclusion from all the A players. Named grifters and “biggest losers” didn’t help.
@philmcraig 2 ай бұрын
So many Americans saying this on here today.
@lauriedenham5634 2 ай бұрын
Thank you for having Shauna on your show. I watch everything she does. A collaboration would be fabulous.
@jonathanbrewer7072 2 ай бұрын
Shauna is a smart and lovely lady.
@kyliedavies1695 2 ай бұрын
It’s funny I probably live less than 150 kilometres from Shauna but when watching her you’re very aware she’s speaking to an international audience and you don’t mind at all and funnily she sometimes drops in little Australian idioms. So that’s our little treat - for her Australian audience
@philmcraig 2 ай бұрын
150 k is a HUGE distance for a Pom!
@kyliedavies1695 2 ай бұрын
@@philmcraig Phil thank you for commenting love your show - yes I know re the distance but in Australia particularly Qld we measure distance colloquially in driving hours usually. So I’m on the Sunshine Coast. I think Shauna is in Brisbane. Typically we would say “how far is it?” And the answer would be “oh it’s only an hour away” - on a highway at 100km/hr. Queensland as you know (you said you’ve been to Australia a few times) is enormous. I think it’s 3000km+ northern tip down to the Qld border. And wide east west too. But there’s a lot of nothing in there. 😂 I was amazed at how close villages are together in England. It’s so beautiful over there.
@philmcraig 2 ай бұрын
@@kyliedavies1695 I remember when we lived in Sydney and friends would drive to Canberra and back in a day and think nothing of it! Tho in QLD terms that’s not a long drive. I miss Oz, especially QLD and NT where we had so many great holidays
@kyliedavies1695 2 ай бұрын
@@philmcraig time for a return trip! Come and see the Mary Valley that’s where we are moving to
@greencloud2225 2 ай бұрын
@@philmcraigit’s just about one side of Brisbane to the other!
@viviennemargaretprescott9717 2 ай бұрын
Shauna you are brilliant as always. Tell it as it is about the Markle woman.
@karenlabanaro7701 2 ай бұрын
Shauna is awesome, I listen to her book reviews on The Vintage Read. I am so glad you had her on today, very enjoyable and great conversation!
@philmcraig 2 ай бұрын
Really pleasing to see so many warm comments like this on here today. Thanks Karen.
@KnutFan 2 ай бұрын
More 👏🏼 Shauna 👏🏼 Yes!👏🏼
@philmcraig 2 ай бұрын
You got it Betsy 😊
@JustinCase-ui9qy 2 ай бұрын
37:55 exactly! The lack of journalistic investigation regarding all the inconsistencies is the most telling detail that we are being lied to. Sure, the wind was blowing her dress creating an illusion, but we STILL haven’t seen these kids in focused sharp vid/photo in YEARS.
@andrewlownie2033 2 ай бұрын
I personally think there is a story here even if not the one we are expecting.
@gingerroot8906 2 ай бұрын
MM is saving the children for paid appearances only.
@MsWileyfox 2 ай бұрын
As an American, I agree with Shauna that M does not have much political influence in America. If she endorses Biden, so what? Who cares? Who’s Meghan Markle. A large portion of Americans simply don’t care about the Harkles at all, nor are they interested in the Royal family. Another large portion do not like them because of their behaviors, sense of entitlement, and lack of family values. In fact, many Americans are sick of celebrities sticking their nose into politics and endorsing candidates.
@DelaniaAndTheDogs Ай бұрын
Well said. 👍
@judeli9237 Ай бұрын
Do you mean the British royal family are entitled and have no family values? They are heavily scrutinised by the public and their accounts are open book. Their work schedule is packed and easily involve public and charity services more than 300x a year, many of them over 60 years of age. The late queen and the king welcome world leaders for the uk and do more good in the commonwealth. They are much loved by the brits than most politicians, celebs and KOL who doesn’t really contribute to society. So please don’t let Harry and his wife make you think this is what the British royals behave.
@crazydays7 2 ай бұрын
I am a faithful follower and “Sipper” with Shauna! I now have found you two blokes. Well done!
@andrewlownie2033 2 ай бұрын
Delighted to have you with us.
@Gilly99949 2 ай бұрын
Shauna’s book reviews and in depth research is brilliant. Great guest, thank you.
@philmcraig 2 ай бұрын
Our pleasure 😊
@bluezauza 2 ай бұрын
Great podcast! Shauna is polite, informed, funny, and fits perfectly with the two of you.
@andrewlownie2033 2 ай бұрын
Thanks. Good to have our own instincts confirmed.
@supremacy2040 2 ай бұрын
Loved this interview, thank you! One thing I think many of us have noticed about Harry and Meghan is just how messy they are in every venture they do. Regardless of the amazing circles they get to be part of just from Harry’s status alone, it’s the fact they have such a hard time utilising such amazing opportunities & it comes across as their “right” not their “luck” to be grateful for. Especially when we hear so much about how late to events they are, how they don’t value the time of others as they think their presence is enough. This is why they ring so hollow for so many.
@andrewlownie2033 2 ай бұрын
I agree they are not as smart as they think they are.
@patriciahamm3943 2 ай бұрын
Love Shauna because she a very good researcher and interviewer.
@ellianemartinez5038 Ай бұрын
What a wonderful idea to include Shauna! I ‘m Shauna’s number 1 Peruvian fan.
@philmcraig Ай бұрын
Thanks Elliane 🇵🇪🇦🇺🇬🇧😊
@lindsaybradley300 2 ай бұрын
I love listening to Shauna. She has a remarkable ability to make us feel like we are in her bedroom talking to her. I adore her videos. 🇨🇦
@philmcraig 2 ай бұрын
So do we Lindsay! Thanks for checking us out 😊
@andrewlownie2033 2 ай бұрын
I like she thinks deeply about subject and researches it.
@Always_Thinking Ай бұрын
I love her tales of younger days. When she reviews a book she adds so many details & connections that are important & I would not know otherwise!
@lizann3058 Ай бұрын
Hoping "our" Shauna gets a regular spot on your show. Well done!
@philmcraig Ай бұрын
It’s a done deal 😊
@biancadavis19 2 ай бұрын
I’m from Australia & love Shauna. So glad to see her flourishing. She is so funny, reasonable and handles the whole H&M drama with a sense of humour and not a bone of nastiness. A skill akin to walking a tightrope when it comes to unravelling the chaos those two love to create. She is a brilliant storyteller and her deep dive into different books is fascinating. I’m surprised she hasn’t been contacted by Audible to narrate books! This was my first time listening to your podcast and am excited to check out more - and read your books!
@philmcraig 2 ай бұрын
What a lovely comment. Thanks so much Bianca. And Welcome!
@EtaSjelleMeTresje 2 ай бұрын
Shauna is great. She is an amazing storyteller and can make me go buy books that I really wouldn´t have picked myself. I know this was a warm-up, but more talk about books :)
@philmcraig 2 ай бұрын
Next time for certain! Thanks for watching
@junemcrae8393 Ай бұрын
What a fabulous interview with Shauna I love watching her 😮
@philmcraig Ай бұрын
Thanks so much June 😊
@kwp8524 2 ай бұрын
I agree there’s definitely something to the theory that Harry found in Meghan the perfect enabler, excuse, and yes - weapon - to unleash his pent-up rage and in meting maximum damage to his family. Not only to score one for his late mother, but also to settle work-related grievances (e.g., I believe he felt it unfair that the best projects went to his brother).
@philmcraig 2 ай бұрын
Yup!
@andrewlownie2033 2 ай бұрын
Shades of Edward & Wallis
@lizziestevenson1908 Ай бұрын
But isn't it so unreasonable and childish, at nearly 40, not to come to some understand of his parent's relationship? She was badly let down but she was a Royalist and heavily manipulated the media. Does he respect that? Wonder just what points he thinks he's scoring with any of it. I think he'll grow old full of regrets, but of course he'll need to grow up on the way. He looks miserable more often than not.
@yoo-hoo-anyone-there- Ай бұрын
I agree with all that you've said. I have a theory to add. Before Harry met Meghan and while the fab 3 were close (Harry, Catherine, William), you can clearly see the infatuation Harry had for Catherine. If you look at the photos you often see him gazing at her, in that special way, when Catherine and William couldn't see him. He often positioned himself beside, and perhaps a half foot behind Catherine. Then Meghan comes along. Has anyone ever noticed the similarity between her and the Princess? I have, this is only my own observation. Same height, same hair, same face shape, same build, and a few more. I think Harry thought "ah, here, my very own Kate". Besides, the sex was probably intense as it would have been a big draw. However, it was probably soon withdrawn. Prince Stupid marries Evil. Meghan changes right away and exposes her true colors. Proceeds to create chaos. Prince Stupid doesn't catch on, he's still in 7th heaven.6 years later now. Is Prince Stupid still infatuated or are his eyes slowly opening up and is his lazy, hazy brain starting to realize that something is wrong but being stupid, Prince Stupid still can't quite put his finger on it? Maybe it's coming to him that his wife isn't like Kate at all.
@philmcraig Ай бұрын
@@yoo-hoo-anyone-there- reads like the plot of a Hitchcock film!
@linrienterprises-wx2vv 2 ай бұрын
Love Shawna's show too.
@andrewlownie2033 2 ай бұрын
So do we.
@etch-a-sketch 2 ай бұрын
LOVE Shauna! She’s clever, funny and makes excellent observations on what she reads. Great that you had her on your show. Also, you compliment one another‘s shows! 😊And yes, Phil, „The art of civilized disagreement“ is so important today. You two and Shauna are able to walk that tightrope. 🌟
@philmcraig 2 ай бұрын
Thanks so much!
@andrewlownie2033 2 ай бұрын
The dream team.
@sabsmcdabs7139 Ай бұрын
Shauna is great! Wonderful chat and interviewee. Love her channel and research into the inconsistencies
@lbradley6311 Ай бұрын
I love listening to Shauna. Please make her a regular on your show.
@philmcraig Ай бұрын
Done!
@michelleb3698 2 ай бұрын
A reliably interesting and entertaining conversation. I’m a huge admirer of the podcast.
@philmcraig 2 ай бұрын
Great to hear Michelle and we want to do it again 😊
@thevintageread 2 ай бұрын
I was sad when it ended!
@andrewlownie2033 2 ай бұрын
Thanks so much. You can see we plainly enjoyed it too.
@svatisingh1 Ай бұрын
I'm from Shauna's audience - this was brilliant! Now having a look at your other videos - I just subscribed :))
@philmcraig Ай бұрын
Thanks so much and welcome Svati😊😊
@nicolaclarke7369 2 ай бұрын
LOVED this episode, I love the vintage read and if you all got together once a month, it would be dynamite!
@philmcraig 2 ай бұрын
That’s the plan Nicola 😊
@nicolaclarke7369 2 ай бұрын
@@philmcraig I wait with bated breath
@MarianneOz 2 ай бұрын
I came here from Heretics and I’m also a sub of Shauna. I’ve almost gone through your back catalogue. I absolutely love the respect everyone shows to differing opinions. Phil, you will be the outsider supporting MM. Most of us see her as a very disturbed personality with a transparent agenda. Sure other royals have monetised their connection to the RF but what really upsets us is her treatment of both families - discarded completely. Their poor children have now been isolated from their larger family relationships, forever. Who does that? She is a very nasty person and Harry has lost a great deal from his relationship with her. Her treatment of elderly family members is also very troubling. We have all seen this and it will be impossible for them to rebrand after this. Time, in this case, will not change our opinion.
@philmcraig 2 ай бұрын
Fair points Marianne and thanks so much for what you say about our commitment to respecting different opinions!
@Sage-Em 2 ай бұрын
But not just that Marianne. There are stronger arguments. Such as, none of the other royals are ABUSING royal titles for their own PERSONAL financial and reputational GAIN. They are not actively PROMOTING THEMSELVES. Markle is. Furthermore, none of the other royals have packed up and fled to another country under false pretences. Markle has. Not only has she used false accusations of discrimination against people to enact her own personal vendetta, but she doesn't reside in England, is not a British citizen, and has abandoned her duties. Doesn't bother to acknowledge the Sussex county. Doesn't understand the significance of her title. There's a lot more to this.
@lt_nugget Ай бұрын
Also, King Charles’s Highgrove jam profits go to charity.
@cathyalfini8801 2 ай бұрын
Enjoyed this episode immensely....big YES for more Shauna. Ciao from Italy.
@philmcraig 2 ай бұрын
Grazia from London😊
@crazyplantlady7985 2 ай бұрын
I came here after Shauna mentioned the interview on her channel. Shauna is great; balanced, intelligent, fun, does her homework and just such a joy to watch in all her formats. I thought Andrew was ok for a leftie, but I do think Phil is so pro mm that he can't see what is in front of him. I may check in again, certainly if Shauna is in again. I did like the interaction with all 3 of you and the balanced and respectful way you interacted considering the different opinions. That in itself was very refreshing. To see differing view points without people getting in a lather was wonderful. A main reason why I stay away from some channels - I truly detest that people can't express differing opinions without one or the other getting aggressive. Hope your channel does well.
@jaym6870 2 ай бұрын
I was about to say the same about Phil. I can’t understand how he can be pro MM and H after what they had done to their families and friends, and especially to the late Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip.
@diannescott7192 2 ай бұрын
What a fantastic conversation to listen to. Such a treat. Phil tell your friends in Australia Meghan did something similar here to visiting people at the Australian fires. When the school shooting in Uvalde happened Meghan hightailed it to Texas… with a Netflix camera crew. Look at the pictures of her looking at the video of her laying flowers at the school to make sure they got good footage. That is their problem. They aren’t genuine. Everything they do is performative. At this point you can’t say Harry isn’t. He’s using Invictus as his ticket to “bigger and better” things like Nigeria.
@philmcraig 2 ай бұрын
That very kind of you Dianne. And yes I think the sense of everything being staged for cameras is a problem for team Montecito😊
@cherfromtn8225 Ай бұрын
Another general comment on YT was from someone who lives in California at the time they had a natural disaster. One local famous person (they gave the name, but I don't remember it) got his friends together, bought a bunch of meat and spent all night barbequing it-- taking turns tending the smoker. In the morning, Meghan turned up with a $20 salad and made sure she got plenty of photos. The detail in this person's story made it sound authentic, and it would be in keeping with Meghan's past actions. She is selling her "brand" as a caring person. It is all about her image, not any real actions.
@andersonomo597 2 ай бұрын
Shauna has such a pithy unique perspective and Phil's new mic is cream on top of what I anticipated to be a brilliant episode! Just into the first minutes and settling in for an enjoyable session! Cheers from Sydney Oz!
@philmcraig 2 ай бұрын
Sending best wishes from London to my favourite city (and former home)
@susanpook58 2 ай бұрын
Hello from Queensland. 🇦🇺 Really looking forward to this !
@philmcraig 2 ай бұрын
@@susanpook58 Thanks Susan. We love an outspoken Queenslander (are there any other kinds?)
@thevintageread 2 ай бұрын
I love Phil’s new mic too!
@susanpook58 2 ай бұрын
@@philmcraig there's all kinds in Queensland, lol. We call a spade a spade that's for sure 🙂. But I have British roots , my grandparents came from Buckinghamshire. . Hence the interest in the Royals for many years now and love books on them . But did NOT read Spare. Left that up to Shauna 😉
@GerryFromKerry400 2 ай бұрын
Have just really enjoyed this podcast. Shauna has a wonderful energy and shows great insight together with an incredible appetite for information and understanding. I think the moral is there’s always more to the story. Well done 👏
@philmcraig 2 ай бұрын
G'Day Gerry (as @thevintageread might say) and many thanks
@sarakovanda1188 2 ай бұрын
If I could hit the like button a million times I would! This will be a multiple times watch for me. Love all three of you and love your show ❤❤❤
@philmcraig 2 ай бұрын
Many thanks Sara !
@thevintageread 2 ай бұрын
I love their show too…especially when I get to hang out with them! 😂
@andrewlownie2033 2 ай бұрын
@@thevintageread We're a good fit.
@krisy-in-italy 2 ай бұрын
I must agree! My first time here thanks to Shauna but will be subscribing for sure. ❤
@philmcraig 2 ай бұрын
@@krisy-in-italy Grazia 🇮🇹🇬🇧❤️
@TinaJesse859 2 ай бұрын
Bunny boiler story ha!
@philmcraig 2 ай бұрын
😮
@thevintageread 2 ай бұрын
😂 I can see it!
@barbraluce5706 2 ай бұрын
Andrew's book The Traitor King is splendid. It would be a great interview, Shauna
@philmcraig 2 ай бұрын
His ego is going to 💥
@barbraluce5706 2 ай бұрын
@@philmcraig, it may explode further. Our book club starts on The Mountbattens on Friday. We all enjoyed The Traitor King so much.
@northeything8568 2 ай бұрын
Cheere Denise did it and is on 'The Mountbattens' now. She is very good too.
@angelapatton2755 2 ай бұрын
Excellent episode! I thoroughly enjoy The Vintage Read Show. She is very in depth when reviewing books.
@philmcraig 2 ай бұрын
Thanks Angela 😊
@andrewlownie2033 2 ай бұрын
It's a great podcast.
@angelapatton2755 2 ай бұрын
@@andrewlownie2033 Agreed. I’ve discovered new books to read from her channel.
@angelapatton2755 2 ай бұрын
@@philmcraig You’re welcome. I am very intrigued by regular collaborations.
@LydiaMoorehead-nu5xm 2 ай бұрын
Shauna is the BEST! Have her on more!!
@giovannamoruzzi3734 2 ай бұрын
Great chat. Absolutely loved it as you seemed to get on very well and the exchange of differing opinions was very healthy with you challenging each other and clarifying your opinions.
@Craig-te4wu 2 ай бұрын
That means a lot thanks!
@andrewlownie2033 2 ай бұрын
Yes I thought a good mix of views.
@user-xi6sl5ne2b Ай бұрын
Yes do a monthly podcast with Shauna.
@alicat1958 2 ай бұрын
I thoroughly enjoyed the show. Shauna is a favorite of mine. You all covered many things. I liked how you interviewed her and she had questions of her own. I think she would be a wonderful addition to your show to bring her on monthly. Great dialog amongst you 3. I also look forward to her review of your books. Congrats on a successful interview today!!
@philmcraig 2 ай бұрын
Many thanks Ali it was a real pleasure to do it 😊
@joanneel9708 Ай бұрын
When Shauna Laughs, It’s Contagious….and We Don’t Have many Laughs today, So Her Shows Are WONDERFUL ❤👏👏👏❤️
@paulalyus9237 2 ай бұрын
You three are a very good mix, this was very enjoyable thank you 👏 Regarding the pregnancy rumours, one thing that I do find interesting is that there are countless videos and comments on the internet that dismiss both pregnancies as fake and that insist the Sussex children are surrogate births or even that they’re hired child actors and for how litigious Harry and Meghan are, they have never even threatened to sue anyone that makes the videos or comments about them. Also, Harry has spoken about the rumours that he’s not Charles real son and how the stories made him feel, yet he’s seemingly allowing rumours about his own children to spread and fester around the world. It’s a bizarre situation that neither Harry nor Meghan are attempting to fix x
@philmcraig 2 ай бұрын
Many thanks for watching and commenting Paula. I do agree that there are bizarre elements to the story, tho my natural skepticism still wins out. But who knows?
@rhyslynjones5817 Ай бұрын
This is one of the most civil, enjoyable conversations between Andrew, Phillip & Shauna that I’ve seen to date on all of the Podcasts i’ve viewed thus far. I wish Andrew & Phillip the very best and I’ll be going back to look at their other broadcasts. Good luck fellas!!!
@philmcraig Ай бұрын
We so appreciate that Rhyslyn and I hope you enjoy the earlier episodes too 😊
@EiramH1112 Ай бұрын
I could listen to Shauna all day
@katherineallard6782 2 ай бұрын
I enjoyed this - I came here via Shauna but this colab was excellent. It’s good to hear balanced views, like you say, even if they differ sometimes. It’s refreshing not to have it descend into arguments and ego like so much debate/discussions these days.
@philmcraig 2 ай бұрын
Thanks Katherine that’s v much what we want to do here 😊
@ThreeLs2011 2 ай бұрын
Great Episode. Love watching Shauna's videos. Very entertaining and informative.
@philmcraig 2 ай бұрын
Thanks Toula 😊
@kpfus9441 2 ай бұрын
US viewer here. I discovered Shauna’s channel a month or so ago - a book review broadcast. She has now led me to you two. I’d enjoy some collaborative episodes from the three of you.
@debbieclark7031 2 ай бұрын
This was very entertaining and informative. I hope you do this again, I really enjoyed the conversation.
@philmcraig 2 ай бұрын
Completed to hear that Debbie. Was a bit of an experiment for all of us 😊
@jackiegould1569 Ай бұрын
Oh well done for getting Shauna on! She is great and her book reviews are brilliant - as are her gossips - SIP
@philmcraig Ай бұрын
Indeed they are and we so enjoyed meeting her. She’s getting one of our mugs to SIP from too! 😊
@jackiegould1569 Ай бұрын
@@philmcraig Oh thats lovely - I look forward to seeing it on Gossip before Bed!
@Bindi728 2 ай бұрын
Just so enjoyable this three way is fun informative and entertaining! Yes 👏🏻 please monthly guest!!! We are huge Shauna fans from Australia and fans of you two!
@philmcraig 2 ай бұрын
Lovely to hear that Bindi thanks 😊
@user-fyv9y79wv 2 ай бұрын
I am soo looking forward to this podcast with Shauna. xx Phil your audio is better with the new mics.
@philmcraig 2 ай бұрын
Hurrah!!
@linrienterprises-wx2vv 2 ай бұрын
The blood scandal was world-wide! And people are still suffering.
@user-rw7vh6hf1h Ай бұрын
Absolutely LOVE Shauna ❤ She does great research and is also such fun.
@lisalivingston6473 2 ай бұрын
I am a recent subscriber to Shauna's channel, so I migrated to your podcast to hear your interview with her. I really enjoyed it - well done! I agree with you, Phil, that people have seemed to have lost the ability to disagree with each other without becoming judgmental and disagreeable. Civil debate is quite healthy, and I often seek out people that I may disagree with, because I usually find that I learn something new and interesting. I think our colleges and universities need to concentrate on teaching the art of effective debating. I also believe that many of our schools missed an opportunity with the recent pro-Palestinian protests to nurture and encourage its students to engage in an open dialogue. Too often we hunker down in our personal echo-chambers and refuse to consider other viewpoints and opinions. I'm definitely going to check out some of your other podcasts. P. S. As an American, I respectfully disagree with you, Phil, on Harry's "43% Nigerian" wife's popularity in the U.S. Most people I know cannot tolerate her and actually admire the royal family (which is quite unexpected considering our past history in breaking away from Britain - LOL)!
@philmcraig 2 ай бұрын
Welcome Lisa and thanks for the lovely and v smart comment! 😊
@burlyq1314 2 ай бұрын
I LOVE Shauna! She introduced me to you two! Will follow you and hope the collaboration continues! Hi from the USA!
@philmcraig 2 ай бұрын
Thanks so much 😊
@jillal-fuhaid1763 2 ай бұрын
Sip one & all, & do try making ginger marmalade, it’s a winner. Sip ! 😁
@thevintageread 2 ай бұрын
Sip 😂
@terinn7115 Ай бұрын
I liked hearing Shauna, at least.
@MaryMaryMBS 2 ай бұрын
Great chat, the three of you are quite natural together. I enjoyed and have subscribed to hear more from you. Take care
@philmcraig 2 ай бұрын
Many thanks Mary we do love a good discussion!! 😊
@caroshmarow Ай бұрын
Australian here & new subscriber. Big fan of Shauna’s which is how I found your Podcast. People in her comments section were writing extremely positive reviews about your content.
@philmcraig Ай бұрын
Welcome Caroline and we're so pleased that some of Shauna's subscribers are checking out our shows too!
@chanelfitzgerald Ай бұрын
Really enjoyable episode, please have Shauna on again. It's so true when the interview goes smooth and each other is allowed to talk it becomes really enjoyable.
@philmcraig Ай бұрын
Thanks Chanel and yes we want this to be a regular thing....and we're going on her show too soon!
@valetta202 2 ай бұрын
Love Shauna, love you 2.
@philmcraig 2 ай бұрын
Cheers Valletta 😊
@thevintageread 2 ай бұрын
Thanks! ❤
@andrewlownie2033 2 ай бұрын
I have high hopes for our collaboration.
@dianekappus8044 Ай бұрын
Love Shauna and your converstion with her was so fascinating. Loved the back and forth with questions on both sides by 3 knowledgeable dedicated researchers. Thank you for one of the best podcasts.
@philmcraig Ай бұрын
Our pleasure Diane and thanks for watching 😊
@vasundajay Ай бұрын
I love Andrew Lownie! Oh I hope Shawna can interview him about his book “Traitor king” and how he researches stuff… I’m here for it. Best podcast ever!
@kathyevans2968 2 ай бұрын
How genuine, likeable & interesting you all are chatting together about literary & investigative discussions!! This was full of thought provoking, logical and intelligent lines of reasoning! You brought out the best in Shauna, who’s an absolute gem.
@philmcraig 2 ай бұрын
What a lovely comment. Thanks so much Kathy - and yes, a gem indeed!
@andrewlownie2033 2 ай бұрын
So glad you enjoyed
@louisetrott5532 2 ай бұрын
Another fantastic episode, I hang out for these podcasts!!
@oniebaloney 2 ай бұрын
i came for shauna but i am staying for you both 🥰
@andrewlownie2033 2 ай бұрын
Great. Hope you enjoy the back catalogue.
@ruthmaynard5772 2 ай бұрын
Very entertaining conversation!
@philmcraig 2 ай бұрын
Thanks Ruth 😊
@user-bc1hg9ex9u 2 ай бұрын
Good evening from Melbourne Australia…!
@philmcraig 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for staying up!!
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