Meghan Markle’s ‘Archetypes’ Podcast Won’t Return for 2nd Season as Spotify Deal Ends
16.06.2023 - 13:15
/ usmagazine.com
Meghan Markle‘s podcast, “Archetypes,” will not be back for a second season despite its initial success as she and Prince Harry leave Spotify behind.
In a joint statement with the streaming platform, the couple’s Archewell Audio company noted to Deadline on Thursday, June 15: “Spotify and Archewell Audio have mutually agreed to part ways and are proud of the series we made together.”
A representative from WME talent agency — with whom the Duchess of Sussex, 41, signed earlier this year — echoed Meghan’s pride in her work in a statement to the Wall Street Journal. “The team behind Archetypes remain proud of the podcast they created at Spotify. Meghan is continuing to develop more content for the Archetypes audience on another platform,” the rep noted.
The Suits alum and Harry, 38, inked a $20 million deal with Spotify in late 2020 after stepping down from their roles as senior members of the royal family. Through the exclusive partnership, Archewell Audio intended to “produce programming that uplifts and entertains audiences around the world” and “spotlight diverse perspectives and voices,” per the brand’s website.
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Meghan’s podcast debuted in August 2022 and was a quick hit among fans, becoming the No. 1 podcast in the United States, United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand and Canada within days of its premiere.
Throughout the show’s first season — which featured only 12 episodes — Meghan sat down with a wide range of guests including Mariah Carey, Serena Williams, Paris Hilton, Andy Cohen and more.
In her final episode, the Bench author sent a loving shout-out to her listeners who helped make “Archetypes” such a positive experience. “Thank you for listening and