Even The Royals
Princess Ubolratana of Thailand: Royal Regrets | 25
May 13, 2024
Princess Ubolratana of Thailand reflects on her decision to give up her royal status for love, only to regret it later. She navigates tense conversations with her family, defies royal expectations in a sailboat race, and struggles for acceptance and reconnection. Despite facing tragedies like the tsunami, she continues to redefine her role through charity work, acting, and political aspirations.
44:03
Episode guests
AI Summary
AI Chapters
Episode notes
Podcast summary created with Snipd AI
Quick takeaways
- Princess Ubolratana bravely chose love over royal status, facing family disapproval and personal challenges.
- Ubolratana navigates life post-royalty with resilience, embracing academia, motherhood, and advocacy amidst family estrangement.
Deep dives
Ubon Ratana's Decision to Resign from Royalty and Marry Peter
In 1972, 21-year-old Princess Ubon Ratana makes a life-altering decision to marry American citizen Peter and resign from her royal duties. This choice, driven by love, leads to her giving up her princess title and facing disapproval from her royal family. Despite the hardships and family tensions, Ubon Ratana embraces her new life outside the palace, setting the stage for challenging personal and professional journeys.
Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts
Save insights instantly, chat with episodes, and build lasting knowledge - all powered by AI.
