Just when it seemed like we could take a breather from the endless Meghan Markle media spectacle, she resurfaces—this time armed with a podcast, promising a mix of girl talk and business wisdom. Her latest endeavor, Confessions of a Female Founder, marks yet another reinvention in her ever-expanding portfolio of self-importance.
This grand new project comes courtesy of Lemonada Media, the platform she joined after her $20 million Spotify deal mysteriously evaporated into thin air. Perhaps it was because Archetypes failed to captivate audiences, or maybe it was the lack of demand for more of her TED Talk-style musings. Whatever the reason, Meghan has now emerged from the ashes of that failed venture, once again positioning herself as a dispenser of wisdom for the masses.
So, what groundbreaking content awaits listeners? According to Meghan’s own words in the podcast trailer, the show will delve into sleepless nights, lessons learned, and laser focus. Because, of course, nothing screams relatable entrepreneurship quite like a woman who married into royalty and effortlessly lands multi-million-dollar deals. To add to the excitement, guests will offer deep, thought-provoking insights such as, "I'm broke, and no one is calling me," and "I'd rather stand for something than sell a whole ton of product and stand for nothing." Earth-shattering revelations, truly.
But don't be fooled—this isn’t just a business podcast. Meghan makes sure to sprinkle in a touch of personal intrigue, casually prying into a guest’s love life with, "Are you saying you’re not single now? Have I missed something in the past couple of weeks?" Because, naturally, no podcast is complete without a dash of gossip. And then, the grand finale of the trailer: "Let's do this, ladies!" Inspiring? Maybe. Cringe-inducing? Absolutely. This is, after all, the same woman who once likened a curtsy to a scene from Medieval Times yet now wants us to believe she’s just one of the girls, rallying the troops with an empowering pep talk.
This latest podcast is merely another installment in Meghan’s relentless content empire. In just the past few months, she’s given us a Netflix series, influencer-style Instagram posts complete with curated fashion links, an alleged feud with Gwyneth Paltrow, and endless rebranding efforts. And that’s not even counting the revival of Aro and the never-ending PR blitz ensuring her name remains in the headlines. Even the most devoted royal watchers are struggling to keep up with the Markle Marathon.
And yet, despite all this effort, it seems no one is actually talking about her projects. World of Lemonade (or WLM, if you want to make it sound chic) has barely made a blip on the pop culture radar, and this new podcast appears to be heading in the same direction. Aside from a small circle of devoted Sussex fans, is anyone really tuning in?
Then there’s the most baffling moment of all—Meghan describing her show as "not Shark Tank… think of this as Dolphin Tank. These are very friendly waters." What does that even mean? Are we supposed to feel comforted that no one will be torn apart in this Meghan-curated safe space? Or is this just another attempt at quirky branding that, much like Archetypes, will quietly fade away after a season?
Even the guest list, or lack thereof, raises eyebrows. The show is limited to just eight episodes. Is that really all she could manage? Are female founders eager to chat with her, or is this merely an echo chamber of her Santa Barbara social circle? Expect a few bookstore-owning friends and some familiar celebrity acquaintances who owe her a favor.
The desperation is hard to ignore. Perhaps the money is running out. And despite her ongoing efforts to reinvent herself as a powerhouse entrepreneur, the reality remains: Meghan Markle’s most successful business move was marrying a prince.
