The Duke of Sussex is said to have approached the comedy podcast himself ahead of a special episode to promote the Invictus Games. Image credit (Instagram)
Prince Harry personally initiated the idea of appearing on a comedy radio show hosted by a former England rugby player during his recent trip to the UK. Behind-the-scenes footage from the build-up to the episode has provided an unprecedented insight into how the high-profile interview was put together and the casual tone the King adopted for the special recording.According to a video titled “We Invited Prince Harry.” “It’s already coming out,” the podcast hosts were gearing up for a special edition ahead of the upcoming Invictus Games. The duo, made up of rugby player Joe Marler and comedian Jake Bhardwaj, were preparing to film ‘Joe Marler Will See You Now’, which is being described as the hit comedy show.During the behind-the-scenes footage, Bhardwaj introduced the setup by mentioning that they were one year away from the Invictus Games and preparing to talk to someone “very special.”
Visibly distraught, Marler admitted that he felt unable to say the guest’s name out loud, describing the situation as “crazy.”When Bhardwaj joked that the royal visitor was “not Voldemort” and would not appear out of nowhere, Marler finally announced the guest: “It’s Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex. The Duke of my county.”
The royal joked about his hair color and embraced the light show format during the interview. Image credit (Instagram)
The surprising revelation of Prince Harry’s involvementAs the two hosts brainstormed interview topics, the tone remained distinctly irreverent.
Marler suggested asking the Duke provocative questions without backing down. It’s at this moment that Bhardwaj dropped a major revelation about how the episode was put together.“I don’t think we should change anything we do on the podcast, because he was the one who had the idea to come on,” Bhardwaj said, explaining that the duke had personally requested to be on the show. Marler immediately agreed with this sentiment, stating that they should maintain the usual chaotic nature of the show since Harry started the appearance himself.
Prince Harry’s participation in the podcast
As soon as the prince sat down in the studio, the conversation immediately took on a comedic tone. The Duke of Sussex took part in the show’s usual admissions questionnaire, during which he shocked the hosts by revealing his full official name: “Henry Charles Albert David,” along with his unexpected title and surname: “Jickie.”
The Duke combined humor with honest discussion as he supported the upcoming Invictus Games on the comedy podcast. Image credit (Instagram)
The light banter continued when Marler asked Prince Harry what people get wrong about him most often.
“I’m not a ginger,” replied the prince, with characteristic good humour. When a surprised Marler wondered if people had really gotten it wrong, the Duke replied: “Yes. People think I’m a ginger, but I’m more like a sunset, like a reddish brown.”This remark sparked laughter from the production crew, leading the Duke to jokingly complain about his experiences in his student years. “I’m going to need therapy after this,” he laughed, explaining his willingness to engage in self-deprecating humor throughout the recording.
Serious discussion with J. J. Chalmers
The episode also touched on more substantive ground as the Duke was joined by his close friend and former Invictus competitor JJ Chalmers. The duo discussed trauma, grief, and the role Prince Harry’s children play in keeping him grounded, shifting the tone from comedy to a more meaningful conversation.The special closed on a cheerful note, combining humor and emotion through a cultural quiz and song with a bit of nostalgia. Starting his own podcast underscored the Duke’s commitment to supporting the Invictus Games and meeting audiences in unconventional venues other than the traditional royal stage.