Meghan Markle is gearing up for a triumphant return to the podcasting scene in February 2024.
Following her departure from Spotify, Leonard Media has taken the reins, poised to distribute Meghan's podcast archetypes across various major podcast platforms. Notably, Meghan is embarking on a new podcast collaboration with the company, where she will take on the role of host.
In a statement shared on the website, Meghan expressed her excitement for this fresh venture, highlighting her support for a female-founded company and its captivating lineup of thought-provoking and entertaining podcasts. It's an exciting way to kick off the year. Although Meghan has revealed little about the specifics of the new project, dubbed "Dynamic Podcast," the genre or content remains undisclosed.
However, amidst the buzz surrounding Meghan's upcoming podcast, there are indications that it may encounter challenges. Negative comments flooded Leonard's Instagram post about the collaboration, revealing skepticism about Meghan's podcasting prowess. Furthermore, Meghan's track record with previous podcast projects, including "Archetypes," has been less than stellar, casting doubt on the success of her latest endeavor.
Reports suggest that Hollywood stars have declined Meghan's invitations to appear as guests, underscoring potential hurdles in attracting notable figures for interviews. Rumors even circulate that Meghan approached Zoe Saldana as a potential guest, but as of yet, there's been no response. Saldana, a prominent actor in Hollywood, highlights the challenges Meghan faces in securing high-profile guests. Past incidents, such as Meghan's PR team allegedly fabricating a friendship with Saldana, could add further complexity to the situation.
Despite Meghan's connections to notable figures like Tyler Perry, Ellen DeGeneres, and Oprah Winfrey, her standing in Hollywood appears to be waning. The controversy surrounding Meghan's affiliation with Leonard Media and her efforts to revitalize her Hollywood career through podcasting are unlikely to leave a lasting impression on the industry.
In the finale of "Archetypes" Season 1, which would turn out to be the last installment of the podcast, Meghan reflected on everything she had learned along the way, not just about her guests but also about herself. "I feel seen. I'd never considered that in using my voice, I would feel seen. But I do," Meghan said in the November 29th, 2023, episode.
Quoting Greek poet Dinos Christianopoulos, Meghan shared, "What didn't you do to bury me, but you forgot that I was a seed." This poignant message resonated with her listeners, offering a glimpse into Meghan's perspective on her journey.
Speaking to the UK's "Sun," royal biographer and commentator Duncan Larcombe suggested that Meghan's quote may have been a subtle commentary on royal life. "I'm sure that it was a veiled reference to the restrictions of the royal family," he said. "It's a clever way of doing it because she's not directly saying something people can still read into it what they like."
