Meghan Markle has officially launched her much-anticipated podcast series, Confessions of a Female Founder, with its premiere episode titled The Evolution of an Entrepreneur.
The Duchess of Sussex, now 43 and a mother of two, introduces listeners to a candid and personal conversation with Bumble founder Whitney Wolfe Herd, offering a glimpse into the struggles of building a business under public scrutiny.
In the first episode, Meghan and her longtime friend Wolfe Herd, 35, open up about the emotional, social, and professional challenges faced by female entrepreneurs. The pair touch on themes such as societal expectations, intense media attention, and the personal sacrifices often required in the pursuit of success. Meghan’s approach was warm and introspective, aiming to create a space where women founders could speak freely about their journeys.
However, the podcast’s debut has received mixed reviews. While fans praised Meghan for championing women-led narratives and giving voice to female founders, some royal commentators were less impressed. Appearing on The Sun’s Royal Exclusive, journalist Esther Krakue and royal correspondent Jack Royston criticized the episode for lacking depth and practical advice for aspiring entrepreneurs.
Royston remarked, “It was called The Evolution of an Entrepreneur, but there was not much there on how a business grows or what founders actually go through.” He also noted that Meghan missed opportunities to dig deeper into Wolfe Herd’s business insights, which could have added significant value to the conversation.
Adding to the media buzz, the release of Meghan’s podcast came just hours before Prince Harry appeared at the High Court in London, sparking speculation about the couple’s ongoing public engagement strategy.
Despite the criticism, Meghan appears committed to using her platform to spotlight female voices. As new episodes roll out, all eyes will be on how Meghan evolves her content and deepens the conversation around women in business.