Build a Prince: A Royal Christmas Love Story is an audio rom-com about a princess in urgent need of a prince. Actor and producer Jenni Melear wrote and directed the four-part podcast. She starred in New Girl and Shake It Up, so Jenni excels at comedic audio drama. Spencer Grammer from Greek and Rick and Morty voices Princess Adelaide.

Instead of a prince, Adelaide falls for the commoner Hayden. He's a disheveled American caterer who forgets the chutney garnish on her foie gras. Billy Flynn, the director and actor who plays Chad DiMera on Days of Our Lives, voices Hayden. Adelaide's royal family isn't sure about Hayden, especially her grandmother. That's only the beginning of Adelaide's obstacles. The podcast pairs elements of soap operas and Hallmark movies with a youthful tone. Adelaide's friends call her "girl boss," and she uses a styling app to choose her outfits.

Adelaide discovers she can only become queen if she finds a husband. Her wedding deadline is Christmas Eve. The princes's charming team helps her search. Her personal stylist, Lance, is her best friend. He envisions peonies and miniature ponies at the wedding. Adelaide's private secretary, Blanche, is like "Mrs. Potts with better outfits." That's one advantage this podcast has over Christmas movies. Build a Prince lets listeners imagine each character.

Hayden and Adelaide get engaged, but a night out causes controversy. Hayden learns a secret about Adelaide and leaves her. She decides to abdicate the throne. Then, a crowd surrounds the palace with signs. Lance says he's never seen a crowd like that, except at a Neiman Marcus sample sale. What do the signs say? Does someone besides Santa Claus have a surprise for Adelaide?

Build a Prince: A Royal Christmas Love Story offers a break from serious podcasts. It's a happy listening experience during the holiday season or any time of year.