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SMT Coronation Podcast Ep 3: Operation Golden Orb
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SMT Coronation Podcast Ep 3: Operation Golden Orb

Elizabeth shares everything we know so far about the crowning of King Charles III. What is his vision for the day and which family members have roles in the ceremony? But mostly: Will we see tiaras!

Charles, shown in 2016 with Camilla following the State Opening of Parliament, will be crowned on May 6. (Photo by Richard Pohle /WPA Pool via Getty Images)

With a week and a half until King Charles III’s coronation — can you believe it? — I thought it was time to take a look at what we can expect on May 6.

The new sovereign wants this major moment in royal history to reflect his vision for a “smaller, more modern monarchy,” according to the Telegraph. So what does that mean? From the music and fashion, to the controversies and (so-called) snubs, this third episode of the So Many Thoughts Coronation Podcast has all the details we know — so far.

Along with my thoughts, you’ll hear from royal biographer Sally Bedell Smith and historian Marlene Koenig, as well as Emily Nash, royal editor of Hello! magazine, and Victoria Murphy, a contributing editor at Town & Country. Consider this your comprehensive coronation guide.

👑 ICYMI: Here are links to Episode 1: What is a Coronation? and Episode 2: A Look Back at Queen Elizabeth II’s Crowning

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This episode of the So Many Thoughts Coronation Podcast was produced by Zoë Marcus, with editing and sound design by Ronnie Polidoro. The podcast logo features an illustration of St. Edward’s Crown from 1937 via Getty Images.

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So Many Thoughts
The So Many Thoughts Coronation Podcast
With the crowning of King Charles III right around the corner, host Elizabeth Holmes is looking back at the history of the ceremony, looking ahead to the main event, and sharing thought-provoking conversations along the way.