"Apple TV+ is not generally thought of as the people's princess of streaming television. ( That's obviously Peacock.) Just in case there was ever any doubt, though, the new season of The Reluctant Traveler With Eugene Levy doubles down on the Apple TV+ identity as a destination for comfortable institutionalism with an entire episode devoted to an interview with Prince William."
"A producer hands Levy an envelope with an invitation handwritten by William, and Levy is apparently completely surprised that this was in fact the entire conceit of the episode. Somehow, he still arrives for the conversation the next day with a laundry list of reassuring questions designed to put William's totally normal dorky dad-guy mode on full display. Sure, maybethis wasn't a carefully orchestrated public relations salvo with the"
Apple TV+ positions itself as a venue for comfortable institutionalism by featuring a full episode centered on Prince William. A producer delivers an envelope containing a handwritten invitation from William, prompting Eugene Levy to conduct a congenial conversation. Levy asks reassuring, dad-focused questions that showcase William’s awkward, dorky dad persona. William arrives at Windsor Castle on an electric scooter, claims a puncture, and compliments Levy on American Pie. The episode includes abundant voice-over commentary that frames scenes as warm and relatable. Moments emphasize a modern, approachable royal persona while maintaining traditional sensibilities.
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