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I’m delighted to welcome Michele Marra of @Behind The Throne Substack to The Vintage Read Show.
Michele is a retired United States Air Force veteran, a former Human Resources executive, and a long‑time researcher of monarchies, with a particular focus on the British royal family.

Her work on the Invictus Games isn’t about tearing anything down. It’s about asking the questions that should have been asked years ago:

Is the money being spent wisely?

Is the structure fit for purpose?

Is it fulfilling its mission to veterans, or serving someone else?

Together, we take a forensic look at whether the increasingly bloated spectacle is still delivering for the people it claims to champion: the veterans who show up in good faith.

Tonight: 9.30 PM AEST, 7.30 AM EDT, 12.30PM UK.

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In relation to Dan Wakeford’s new revelations about Harry and Meghan…

He spent years effectively running a Sussex‑friendly propaganda arm.

I don’t doubt he’s a good journalist or a perfectly pleasant bloke, but that doesn’t erase the record. If someone helped shape and amplify a narrative that caused real damage, then they don’t get a free pass because they’ve suddenly had a change of heart.

If he wants credibility now, he’d need to explain, properly, why he made those decisions, what influenced them, and what exactly triggered this sudden clarity.

Because I’m always wary of people who “see the light” after the wreckage is already done. And I’m even warier when that enlightenment arrives via Meghan’s friends!

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This is the final comment I will ever make on the Andrew Lownie situation.

This is not a “war” or a “drama.” For goodness’ sake, I spoke to MY audience, in a careful, respectful way, as I always do.

Facts:

• I’ve been working with Andrew since 2024. Years.
• I’ve invested a significant amount of time presenting his research professionally.
• I’ve interviewed him about all of his books, not just the latest.
• My audience includes many people who own his entire catalogue and genuinely enjoy his work, and our conversations.


I was speaking to them, on my channel and my X account, to offer context and balance from my perspective.
Where else am I supposed to speak to my own audience? Or is that suddenly not allowed?

Now I have ring‑ins I’ve never seen before telling me I can’t comment on my own platform, abusing me for having a different view, accusing me of “whipping up drama,” inventing things I never said, and spinning conspiracy theories that I’m part of some imaginary plot.

How dare you.

Enough.

I was talking to the people who tune in for our interviews and who are excited about the new paperback.
That’s it. That’s the whole story.

Got it? Good.
Now go and bully someone else.

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I have been swotting up for my interview with Michele Marra tomorrow. For those concerned, we are going in a slightly different direction to the wonderful work of Rachel The Curious Pilot, so do not fear, we aren’t just pinching her budget work. Michele has done her own research and expanded the story, which I will hopefully, help her to tell!
If all goes to plan, it will be posted Wed 9.30 PM AEST.
I wouldn’t miss it. 😎
🤗❤️ Shauna x

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A very exciting week coming up with Robert Hardman, Michele Marra, Behind The Throne, and Paula Froelich!
Plus a deep dive LIVE tomorrow night.
I can’t wait. 🤗❤️🍿
Shauna x

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I saw @Laurentheinsider’s video about Andrew Lownie. I love her work, so this isn’t a criticism of her in any way.

However, on behalf of my friend…

I’ve been rejected by his official PR/publicity arm many times over the years, including just last week. I never took it personally. It’s simply how the publishing machine works in the lead‑up to a release.

What he was trying to give Lauren was an honest explanation of how major‑publisher publicity teams operate and how they make decisions. That’s not his personal view of anyone, and it’s certainly not a judgement of people who are willing to hear the truth.

Publicity teams weigh every demographic because they only get one shot at a launch. It’s a business calculation, not a moral one.

He’s now being trolled over a private conversation, and it’s deeply unfair.

I hope you’ll consider the context I’ve shared.

Love to all
Shauna x

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Why doesn’t the King strip Harry and Meghan’s titles?
It’s the question I get more than any other…so, I went delving on your behalf and what I found truly surprised me. Join me LIVE Tuesday 9.15 PM AEST, 12.15 PM UK, 7.15 AM EST.

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Very excited to chat with Michele Marra from @Behind The Throne Substack this week on The Vintage Read Show! Her posts on the Invictus Games budget have really expanded the story in a very meaningful way, building on the great work by @Paula Froelich: Uncensored and Rachel the Curious Pilot.
We record Wednesday so look for it near the end of next week.
Shauna x

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I am off line for 3 days! Reading, researching and engaging in real life! 😂❤️ See you next week xxx

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