Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s podcasting agreement with Spotify has come to a conclusion, concluding with just one series being produced. The streaming giant unveiled its collaboration with the Duke and Duchess of Sussex in late 2020, following their decision to step away from their royal duties and embark on a new chapter in California.

While the exact financial terms of the deal were not publicly disclosed, media sources estimated its value to be in the range of $20 million or more. Meghan’s podcast, titled “Archetypes”, focused on dismantling societal labels that impede women’s progress. The series comprised 12 episodes featuring notable guests such as Deepika Padukone, Paris Hilton and Sophie Grégoire Trudeau. In recognition of her podcasting efforts, Meghan received the esteemed title of top Entertainment Podcast Host at the Gracie Awards in March.

Spotify and Archewell Audio jointly announced the conclusion of their partnership for future podcast series. The reasons behind this decision were not revealed, although reports suggest that the couple did not meet certain productivity targets required to receive the full financial benefits of the agreement.

Beyond podcasting, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have pursued various lucrative ventures since their relocation to the United States. They secured a deal with Netflix for a documentary series, and Prince Harry’s memoir, titled “Spare”, generated significant attention for its candid revelations about his strained relationship with his father and the wider royal family. Additionally, Prince Harry has been actively engaged in legal battles against British tabloid publications, making headlines as the first royal in over a century to provide testimony in court.