Just when it seemed things had quieted down between Meghan Markle and the Royal Family, another storm appears to be brewing.
With a new product line on the horizon, Meghan—now going by Meghan Sussex—has stirred fresh controversy with yet another cryptic interview, this time on a podcast hosted by entrepreneur and Dragons’ Den star Emma Grede.
A Subtle Swipe with a Not-So-Subtle Message
Meghan’s appearance on Aspire With Emma Grede came just days before the launch of her “As Ever” lifestyle brand.
Naturally, the interview made headlines—not just for business reasons, but for what many interpreted as another dig at the Royal Family.
When Grede asked if she’d change anything about how her public story was told, Meghan, after a loaded pause, simply said: “Yes. I would ask people to tell the truth.”
It was a moment that felt less like a reflection and more like a direct shot.
That “Lie” From 2017—Still Unexplained
As the conversation continued, Meghan brought up a so-called “lie” that was told about her back in 2017—when she and Prince Harry were still dating.
She didn’t elaborate on what the alleged lie was or who said it, but she made it clear it still weighs on her.
Her longtime friend Serena Williams had apparently told her, “A lie can’t live forever.”
Meghan echoed that sentiment on the podcast, noting, “Eight years is a long time, but not forever.”
Echoes of the Oprah Interview Resurface
For those who followed the infamous Oprah Winfrey interview in 2021, this latest podcast moment felt like déjà vu.
Back then, Meghan suggested that a royal family member had questioned her unborn son Archie’s skin tone and implied that he was treated differently because of it.
Although Harry later walked back some of those claims—saying the press exaggerated Meghan’s words—the damage was done.
The interview caused global uproar and deeply shook the Royal Family’s public image.
“Perpetuating Falsehoods” and The Kate Crying Controversy
Meghan also used the Oprah platform to challenge what she called false stories—especially the infamous tale that she made Kate Middleton cry during wedding preparations.
Meghan claimed it was the other way around and stressed how important it was for “the truth” to come out.
Despite these accusations, Buckingham Palace has mostly stayed silent, keeping in line with Queen Elizabeth’s mantra: “Never complain, never explain.”
But insiders? They’re less reserved.
Royal Staff Are Still Bitter Behind the Scenes
Behind closed doors, palace insiders and former staff are reportedly still grappling with their own truths.
Many say they’d love to share what really happened during Harry and Meghan’s time as working royals—but they’re bound by non-disclosure agreements and a deep sense of duty.
Some former staffers, who jokingly refer to themselves as the “Sussex Survivors Club,” have described their experience as traumatic.
Several reportedly left their roles under pressure, alleging bullying behavior from Meghan—a claim her team has always firmly denied.
A Memoir Some Say Rewrote History
Even Prince Harry’s 2023 memoir Spare drew criticism from insiders who felt it distorted key events.
One former royal staffer admitted they used to feel sorry for Harry, but reading the book changed that.
“I was constantly thinking, ‘Hold on, Harry, it didn’t happen like that!’” they said.
And while not all insiders dealt directly with Meghan, those who did often share eerily similar accounts of frustration, mistreatment, or being left feeling emotionally wrecked.
Loyalty and Legal Gags Keep Many Quiet
So why don’t these insiders speak out? It’s not just the legal red tape.
For many, there’s a deeper sense of loyalty—to the Royal Family and to the late Queen’s values.
Their silence, they believe, is a form of personal integrity.
In contrast, Meghan and Harry’s decision to repeatedly share their side publicly has left some within royal circles baffled—and exasperated.
Meghan’s “Chapter of Joy” Sends Mixed Messages
These latest revelations come at a time when Meghan claims to be living her most “authentic” life in California.
She’s launched lifestyle projects, posted a lighthearted (and slightly bizarre) video of herself “twerking” before Lilibet’s birth, and spoken of embracing joy.
But those familiar with royal life are scratching their heads.
If she’s truly moved on, why revisit the past—again?
The Risk of Digging Too Deep
Many royal insiders feel that Meghan is risking more than she realizes by continuing to bring up her time in the monarchy.
As one put it, “If she digs too deep, she might not like what comes to the surface.”
So while the Sussexes may have built a brand around “truth” and “authenticity,” there are still a lot of people—bound by loyalty, contracts, or dignity—who remember a very different version of events.