Meghan Markle Launches Podcast Amid Copying Allegations

Meghan Markle is set to launch her new podcast, 'Confessions of a Female Founder,' on April 8, nearly two years after her previous Spotify deal ended amid criticism. The podcast, produced in partnership with Lemonada Media, aims to feature conversations with successful women entrepreneurs, sharing their insights and experiences. However, Markle has faced backlash online, with critics accusing her of copying the title and concept from existing podcasts like 'Confessions of a CEO' and 'Confessions of a Founder.' Supporters of Markle argue that the similarities are coincidental, reflecting the crowded nature of the podcast industry. Despite the controversy, Markle expresses enthusiasm for the project, describing it as eye-opening and fun. This new venture follows her previous podcast 'Archetypes,' which ended after just one season due to unmet productivity expectations from Spotify.