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HARRY and Meghan have landed a £30million deal with Spotify for their own podcast - adding to their £100million Netflix win.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex giggled about having “podcast voices” and even hummed Christmas songs during a heavily scripted three-minute trailer.

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have today launched their own Spotify podcastCredit: Getty Images - Getty

The trailer was uploaded to Spotify today with the couple excitedly speaking about the stories they wanted to shareCredit: Spotify

The Archewell Audio podcast, which begins later this month, is the pair’s latest lucrative deal since they split from the Royal Family and vowed to become financially independent.

One insider said: “Meghan was the driving force behind it. The initial multi-year deal is worth in excess of £30million with a view to extending it within six months.”

Spotify says it will “uplift and entertain audiences”.

In today's trailer for the podcast, Harry says: "Shall we start? Ladies first?"

A giggling Meghan replies, telling her husband: "No, say it because I think it sounds really nice with your accent."

ON THE HEIR

Prince Harry then says: "Hi guys, I'm Harry" before Meghan adds: "And I'm Meghan" - with the pair choosing not to use their royal titles.

Meghan, 39, then says with a more serious tone: “One of the things my husband and I have always talked about is our passion for meeting people and hearing their stories.

“And no matter what the story they usually offer an understanding of where someone else is coming from and, in some way, remind you of a story about yourself.”

Harry, 36, added: “And that is what this story is all about.

“To bring forward different perspectives and voices that perhaps you haven’t heard before and find our common ground.

“Because when that happens change really is possible.”

Shall we start? Ladies first?"
Prince Harry speaking on his brand-new podcast

It is not known how much their Spotify contract is worth but US comedian Joe Rogan signed a $100million (£75million) deal in May this year.

In the chirpy podcast intro, the couple also imitated church bells and said: "We can't wait to share it with you and will be out later this month."

Harry then urged people to sign up to the podcast and touched on the pandemic which has caused "so much pain".

He said: "So many people have suffered so much pain this year, experiencing loss and a huge amount of uncertainty but it feels worth mentioning that 2020 has connected us in ways we could never have imagined.

"Through endless acts of compassion and kindness. So here's what you need to do, tap follow right now.

"Go ahead, go on. Tap, follow and that way you won't miss out and you'll be able to hear new shows on Archewell Audio as soon as they drop."

LUCRATIVE DEAL

Announcing their newest venture, the couple said in a statement: "What we love about podcasting is that it reminds all of us to take a moment and to really listen, to connect to one another without distraction.

"With the challenges of 2020, there has never been a more important time to do so, because when we hear each other, and hear each other’s stories, we are reminded of how interconnected we all are."

It is available on the streaming service, accompanied by a short description which reads: "Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex and Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, present Archewell Audio. Coming soon to Spotify."

Their podcast will be available for free through Spotify - which also offers more than 1.5million titles such as "The Michelle Obama Podcast".

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex may live in California but the power of their voices rests in their status as citizens of the world."
Dawn Ostroff, Spotify’s chief content

Their first installment will be a holiday special featuring "stories of hope and compassion" to celebrate the new year.

Dawn Ostroff, Spotify’s chief content and advertising business officer, said: "The Duke and Duchess of Sussex may live in California but the power of their voices rests in their status as citizens of the world.

"That they are embracing the extraordinary capacity of podcasts on Spotify while also seeking to elevate underrepresented voices is a testament to their appreciation for the potential of audio storytelling."

The Obamas have signed a similar Spotify deal to Harry and Meghan.

It comes after Meghan reportedly "angered the Palace" by getting Oprah Winfrey to flog her coffee investment on Instagram, insiders have claimed.

Meghan and Harry's podcast intro

Meghan and Harry have launched their own podcast - sharing the news with a short audio clip...

Harry: Shall we start? no? Ladies first?

Meghan: No, say it because I think it sounds really nice with your accent.

Harry: What, Archewell Audio.

Meghan: I mean...

Harry: Really?

Meghan: Shall we...?

Harry: Let's do it. All right guys, I'm Harry.

Meghan: And I'm Meghan. One of the things my husband and I have always talked about is our passion for meeting people and hearing their stories. And no matter what the story, they usually offer you an understand of where someone else is coming from and at the same time remind you in someway of a story about yourself.

Harry: And that's what this project is all about - to bring forward different perspectives and voices that perhaps you haven't heard before and find our common ground, because when that happens change really is possible.

Meghan: And you know this is also a moment to celebrate kindness and compassion, something we saw in so many places this year and which will underlie everything you hear from Archewell Audio. So that's what we're up to and first up...

Harry: is a holiday special!

Meghan and Harry: ding ding ding ding!

Harry: We can't wait to share it with you, it will be out later this month.

Meghan: We are talking to some amazing people. They're going to share their memories which have helped shape the past year which we know has been a difficult one for everyone.

Harry: So many people have been through so much pain this year. Experiencing loss, a huge amount of uncertainty but it feels worth acknowledging that 2020 has connected us in ways we never could have imagined through endless acts of compassion and kindness.

Meghan: And what really matters is clear now more than ever.

Harry: So here's what you need to do - tap follow right now, go ahead, go on, tap follow and that way you wont miss out you'll be hear new shows as soon as they drop.

Meghan: We're so excited so follow and listen for free, only on Spotify. we'll meet you back here soon.

Harry: Happy Holidays!

Meghan: Cheers

Harry: And welcome to Archewell Audio

Meghan (giggling): Oh! he has a podcast voice!

Palace insiders told that there were "more than a few raised eyebrows" as it emerged that the Duchess of Sussex had invested in the oat-milk latte start-up Clevr Blends.

It is not the first time the couple have embraced audio - with Prince Harry editing a Radio 4 episode in 2017.

Meghan also snagged her first post-Royal gig this year, providing the voiceover for a Disney Plus documentary about elephants.

The Suits actress scored the gig after her husband was filmed appearing to tout his wife for voiceover work with Bob Iger, the then Disney chief, at the Lion King premiere.

When Prince Harry and Meghan Markle quit the Royal Family in January, the couple announced their plans to become "financially independent" while still "continuing to uphold the values of Her Majesty."

The Duchess has reportedly started "building a portfolio of startup investments" - and sent her A-list pal Oprah Winfrey a package of coffee samples to try earlier this week.

The TV host, 66, took to Instagram to thank a mystery neighbour named as “M” for gifting her a basket full of latte mixes.

The couple moved to Southern California with their infant son Archie this year after stepping back from royal duties in January.