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entertainment1 year ago

"Meghan Markle Secures New Podcast Deal Post-Spotify Split"

Meghan Markle has announced a new podcasting venture with Lemonada Media, following the end of her partnership with Spotify. She will be re-releasing her previous podcast, Archetypes, and expressed excitement about supporting a female-founded company. The Duchess of Sussex and Prince Harry have also given occasional insight into their family life with their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet. Meghan is set to release her first children's book, "The Bench," which celebrates fatherhood from a mother's perspective.

celebrity-news2 years ago

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry Speak Out Against Cheap Shots and Criticism

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are reportedly fed up with the constant negative feedback and criticism they have been receiving. Recent examples include comments from United Talent Agency's CEO and a Spotify executive. The couple is focused on their next chapter and has exciting projects in the pipeline. There was also behind-the-scenes drama with the end of their Spotify deal, as the company failed to release a statement praising Meghan's work. However, their deal with Netflix remains intact, with upcoming projects including the documentary series "Heart of Invictus."

entertainment2 years ago

The Latest on Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's Struggles with Fame and Trademarks

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's attempt to trademark "Archetypes" for their production company, Archewell Audio, has failed as their request was denied due to an existing trademark by Archetypes LLC. The couple's plans to release more audiovisual content under that name might be at risk after their contract with Spotify was abruptly ended due to not meeting productivity benchmarks.

business2 years ago

Trevor Noah joins Spotify for exclusive podcast series

Spotify has signed a weekly podcast deal with comedian Trevor Noah, while parting ways with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's Archewell Audio. The unnamed podcast, set to launch later this year, will "feature in-depth and freewheeling conversations between Trevor and some of the most influential and interesting figures around the world." Spotify has been streamlining its podcast division after spending $1 billion pushing into the podcast market over the past four years. The company is also reportedly planning to roll out a more expensive, premium subscription tier that will feature improved audio capabilities and more access to audiobooks.

entertainment2 years ago

Meghan Markle's Podcast Interviews Conducted by Staffers

Meghan Markle's podcast interviews were allegedly conducted by staffers with her questions edited in afterwards, according to sources. This comes after Spotify and Archewell Audio mutually agreed to part ways. The split has caused controversy, with a leading Spotify figure branding the couple "fucking grifters." Markle has also been accused of allegedly bullying her staff.

royalty2 years ago

Royal Family's Father's Day Celebrations Amidst Rift and Remembrance.

King Charles III paid tribute to "Dads everywhere" on Father's Day by sharing a special photograph of his sons, Prince Charles and Prince Harry, from their youth. The inclusion of Harry in the post comes amid an ongoing rift between the Duke and the rest of the royal family. Harry and Meghan Markle have repeatedly aired their grievances with the royal family through interviews, their Netflix series, and the Duke's recent memoir, Spare. The Sussexes have also parted ways with Spotify less than a year after debuting their podcast Archetypes, despite landing a multi-year partnership with the audio streaming service for $200m (£156m).

entertainment2 years ago

"Spotify Exec Slams Harry and Meghan's Podcast Deal as a Failure"

Spotify executive Bill Simmons called Prince Harry and Meghan "grifters" after their partnership with the streaming platform came to an end. The partnership with Harry and Meghan's production company Archewell Audio was originally described as a "multiyear partnership," but resulted in just one, 12-episode series of the podcast "Archetypes." The deal was widely reported to be worth around $20 million. Spotify and Archewell Audio said in a joint statement that they have mutually agreed to part ways.

entertainment2 years ago

Spotify ends podcast deal with Harry and Meghan's production company.

Spotify and Prince Harry and Meghan's production company, Archewell Audio, have ended their multiyear podcasting deal after the creation of Meghan's 12-episode podcast "Archetypes" last year. The reason behind the decision remains unclear, but it comes weeks after Spotify announced job cuts of 200 people. The couple have signed a number of lucrative deals since stepping back from the royal family in 2020, including a six-hour documentary series they produced for Netflix and Harry's controversial memoir "Spare."

business2 years ago

The Unraveling of Harry and Meghan's Spotify Deal.

Spotify and Archewell Audio have ended their commercial partnership after producing only one episode of their podcast series. The joint statement did not provide any details on why the deal was terminated. The partnership was announced in December 2020 and was focused on producing podcasts and shows that share "uplifting and entertaining stories" with Spotify's audience. The couple also has a multiyear deal with Netflix to produce children's programming, documentaries, feature films, and scripted shows.

entertainment2 years ago

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle end podcast deal with Spotify after one season.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's deal with Spotify to produce podcasts under their Archewell Audio imprint has come to an end after just one series, "Archetypes." The decision means that the podcast will not be renewed for a second season. The couple's deal with Spotify was reported to have been made in 2020 for a reported $20 million.

entertainment2 years ago

Harry and Meghan end podcast deal with Spotify.

Archewell Audio, the company of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, has ended its multi-year partnership with Spotify after producing only one series and a holiday special. The couple's series, "Archetypes," featured Meghan's interviews with celebrity guests including Serena Williams, Mariah Carey, Paris Hilton, and Trevor Noah. The announcement comes two weeks after Spotify cut 200 jobs within its podcast unit. Harry and Meghan have signed multiple deals to produce content with several of the world's biggest streaming services, including a multi-year deal with Netflix.

entertainment2 years ago

Spotify Ends Meghan Markle's 'Archetypes' Podcast

Spotify has reportedly not renewed Archetypes, the podcast from Archewell Audio, the platform co-founded by Meghan Markle and Prince Harry, for a second season. The podcast was part of a multiyear exclusive deal with Spotify, which is expected to come to an end due to the low output compared to other exclusive Spotify deals. The team behind Archetypes is proud of the podcast they created and Meghan is continuing to develop more content for the Archetypes audience on another platform.

entertainment2 years ago

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle End Spotify and Podcast Deals.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's exclusive podcast deal with Spotify is likely ending after delivering just one show under the agreement. The couple is reportedly looking for a new home for their audio projects, and Spotify expected more content from Archewell Audio. The company's mission is to produce programming that uplifts and entertains audiences around the world, spotlights diverse perspectives and voices, and builds community through shared experience, narratives, and values. The end of the pact is unrelated to Spotify's recent restructuring of its podcast operations.