Meghan Markle is kicking off 2025 with an ambitious lineup of personal and professional ventures, including the launch of her new podcast Confessions of a Female Founder, her Netflix cooking series With Love, Meghan, and the expansion of her lifestyle brand As Ever. While Meghan’s projects are drawing impressive viewership numbers, the critical reception has been far less favorable.
According to royal commentators, Meghan may be struggling to establish a firm connection with a core audience. Despite being one of the most talked-about public figures, her recent media ventures have received what some call “harsh reviews.”
Speaking on The Sun Royal Exclusive, GB News royal correspondent Cameron Walker noted that both the podcast and Netflix series have been met with “pretty scathing” feedback. “Although it ranked number 10 on Spotify and the Netflix series also reached the top 10, the question remains—are viewers tuning in because they genuinely enjoy Meghan’s content, or because they love to hate her?”
Confessions of a Female Founder, an eight-episode podcast produced in collaboration with Lemonada Media, delves into Meghan’s experiences navigating the world of entrepreneurship. While it features high-profile guests, royal editor Matt Wilkinson pointed out the content is heavily “US-focused,” with all her interviewees so far being based in America.
Cameron Walker also raised an interesting point about Meghan’s polarizing image: “Is the UK audience still obsessed with Meghan in a critical way, while the US just doesn’t care anymore?” The sentiment reflects the ongoing divide in public opinion between Meghan’s British critics and her American fan base.
For context, Meghan and Prince Harry relocated to California in 2020 with their two children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, after stepping down as senior members of the British royal family. Since then, Meghan has taken bold steps to define her own identity outside the royal institution.
Whether these new projects will eventually win over critics or continue to spark debate, one thing is certain — Meghan remains at the center of public attention.