Meghan Markle's Podcast Debuts, Faces Mixed Reactions

Meghan Markle's latest podcast, 'Confessions of a Female Founder,' debuted with mixed reactions, ranking well on Apple Podcasts but struggling on Spotify, where it only managed 19th overall on the U.S. charts. While it reached the top 10 on Apple, securing the number one spot in the business category, critics have largely panned the podcast, labeling it as 'mindless' and 'sycophantic.' Public opinion appears divided, with a poll showing 97% of respondents not interested in a second season. The podcast features discussions with female founders, including Bumble's Whitney Wolfe Herd, touching on topics like postpartum preeclampsia and the challenges of entrepreneurship. Despite its initial chart success, the podcast's reception highlights ongoing scrutiny of Markle's media ventures following her and Prince Harry's contentious history with Spotify.