Meghan Markle vows to be ‘myself’ in new and ‘unfiltered’ podcast on Spotify

In a promotional video shared on Twitter, the Duchess of Sussex, 41, stated “individuals ought to count on the actual me on this” somewhat than what they see by way of the lens of the media.

The visitor on her first episode was shut pal and tennis famous person Serena Williams, 40.

They mentioned the double customary ladies face when they’re labelled “bold” in addition to the ripple impact this has on the remainder of their lives.

Markle stated: “I don’t bear in mind ever personally feeling the destructive connotation behind the phrase bold till I began courting my now husband.”

Williams additionally reveals that Markle’s husband, Prince Harry, helped her together with her choice to retire from tennis lengthy earlier than it was introduced, spending round an hour discussing the difficulty together with her.

“He was making an attempt to knock some sense into me,” Williams stated.

The 23-time Grand Slam champion informed Markle she needed her to know what it meant to have “your assist, and for H’s assist, for all the things as a result of… it’s been exhausting”.

The Duke of Sussex additionally makes a quick look within the episode, complimenting Williams on her hair which he labels “a terrific vibe”.

The subsequent Archetypes podcast – a part of the Sussexes’ multi-million-pound cope with Spotify – will function the mum-of-two in dialog with singer Mariah Carey.