Daytime Confidential

On today's ABC episode of Daytime Confidential Luke, Jamey, Jillian and Eye on Soaps' Belinda discuss the latest in All My Children, General Hospital and One Life to Live storylines and news, including:All My Children was ABC's highest rated soap. What in the world is going on? Is there a logical explanation? What has happened to Pine Valley's Jesse Hubbard? Is he proving to be a corrupt cop? Brot and Natalia are a cute couple, but is Natalia to intense about being a cop? David Hayward tries to hold Amanda's womb captive. Luke makes an admission he never thought he'd hear him self say. General Hospital was on fire with Lucky's return and the build up to Claudia being busted. Maurice Bernard and Sarah Brown gave standout performances. The gang reacts to the news that Natalia Livingston is leaving GH. With Jonathan Jackson back should GH try and get Amber Tamblyn back? Belinda makes a "shocking" statement that has Jamey defending one of his favorite charactersLlanview celebrated one big gay wedding on One Life

Ever wondered what Cliff and Claire Huxtable would have been like during the early years of their marriage? How about Barack and Michelle? Guiding Light alums Lawrence Saint-Victor and Karla Mosley are hoping their new web dramedy Wed-Locked can give you a bit of a glimpse. Also starring the scrumptious Zack Conroy (ex-James, GL), Yyonna Kopacz (ex-Mel, GL) and Kim Brockington (ex-Felicia, GL), Wed-Locked is sure to be a treat for fans missing the life and times of one Springfield, USA. Daytime Confidential's Luke and Jamey recently caught up with the talented Saint-Victor and Mosley to find out all about the new venture, of which they are co-producing. Mosley reveals how when it comes to the ides of working with Saint-Victor again, "she got it from her Mama", as Saint-Victor—who is penning the series—talks about the life of a first time writer. After you listened be sure to check out the first episode of Wed-Locked at .

On today's Performer of the Week episode of Daytime Confidential Luke, Regan, Jillian, Melodie and Mike discuss the actors and actresses they believe did an outstanding job during the previous week. The last week in soaps was one of the best in recent memory so they have a long list of honorable mentions. But even though it was a good week in soaps the DC gang still has some dishonorable mentions. Can you guess who they might be?

On today's ABC episode of Daytime Confidential Luke and Regan are joined by Eye on Soaps' Belinda to discuss All My Children, General Hospital and One Life to Live storylines and news, including:All My Children's murder that didn't change the world. Is Adam as the killer a let down? JR and Marissa get married and David is upset, but why should he? Kendall and Aiden are on the run, but does anyone care? Scott Reeves joins General Hospital as Steven Webber. Reportedly he'll be the Chief of Staff. What does this mean for Monica Quartermaine? Michael remembers what Claudia did as GH builds up to her demise. Regan discusses GH rumors, including one about a possible miracle pregnancy. The Jonathan Jackson returns promo stirred up debate among fans, the DC gang weighs in.Tea and Todd's daughter is revealed on One Life to Live. What does her arrival mean for Destiny? Dorian's big gay wedding is almost upon us, but does the gay character's motivations undermine the impact of the story? Is it good intentions twisted by

On this special episode of Daytime Confidential Mike and Melodie share with Luke, Jamey and Jillian the at the Pittsburgh So Long Springfield event. From encounters with Tom Pelphrey and Gina Tognoni to Kim Zimmer answering questions about whether or not she might be headed to another soap and the out pouring of love for Guiding Light by Pittsburg fans, Mike and Melodie recount the memorable event in this Daytime Confidential mini episode.

On today's CBS and Days of our Lives episode of Daytime Confidential Luke, Jamey and Jillian discuss the latest in As the World Turns, The Bold and the Beautiful, Days of our Lives and The Young and the Restless storylines and news, including:Flag on the play! Eric Braeden stays with The Young and the Restless. Was the media tour of "exclusives" all just a ploy? What does this mean for Melody Thomas Scott? William Rouss joins Y&R. Jack Snyder shoots his brother Brad on As the World Turns. Katie gives birth to her baby in a warehouse. Jamey wishes that ATWT would keep Judi Evans around for a Damian, Lily, Holden and Maeve quad. Spencer Publications swallows up Forrester Creations, but Jamey actually liked Bill Spencer this week. What will Forrester being owned by Spencer mean for Jackie M? Bill and Katie get engaged.Stefano wakes up on Days of our Lives and starts causing problems for Nicole. Nicole goes on the run. Carly returns to Salem and is tackled by Bo. All this and much more on today's CBS and DAYS

For almost 32 years, she's dazzled As The World Turns audiences as the unforgettable Barbara Ryan. On this episode of the Daytime Confidential podcast, it's Luke and Jamey, Colleen Zenk Pinter has under her spell. The soap superstar joins the guys to talk about her amazing daytime career, working opposite the likes of Anthony Herrera (ex-James) and the late Benjamin Hendrickson (ex-Hal), and how she balances it all with her real life love affair with husband and fellow soap veteran Mark Pinter. Zenk Pinter also talks about what it's been like to finally have Babs back front and center, in a steamy, comic, cougar storyline with Trent Dawson's Henry and Lynn Herring's Audrey. She also shares how her oral cancer diagnosis has changed the way she looks at her life and career. It's an interview Oakdale lovers won't wanna miss!

On today's Performer of the Week episode of Daytime Confidential Luke, Jamey and Jillian choose the actors and actresses who they believe did an outstanding job during the week of October 19. They also discuss their honorable and dishonorable mentions. Who are your Performer of the Week, honorable or dishonorable mentions?

On today's Performer of the Week episode of Daytime Confidential Luke, Jamey, Jillian and Melodie choose the actors and actresses who they believe did an outstanding job during the previous week.They also discuss their honorable and dishonorable mentions and Let's Make a Deal.

On today’s CBS and Days of Our Lives episode of Daytime Confidential Luke, Jamey, Jillian and Melodie discuss the latest in As the World Turns, The Bold and the Beautiful, Days of our Lives and The Young and the Restless storylines and news, including: The farewell press tour by The Young and the Restless’ Eric Braeden. Can Y&R survive without Braeden and his character Victor Newman? Does Braeden have the name recognition All My Children’s Susan Lucci has or does your average TV viewer just know he’s Victor Newman? If he’s gone for good who will fill Victor’s shoes? Is it Adam or are there other characters that can fill the void? Adam stole ashes to give to Sharon, but the story is full of holes. Colleen’s memorial was an emotional time, but who stood out and who shouldn’t have been involved?The fight for Forrester is heating up and the Logan women are being divided by Bill Spencer. The Forresters sell the beach house, but its sale price is nowhere near enough to pay off the loan. Steffy has an accident.A

On today's ABC episode of Daytime Confidential Luke is joined by Eye on Soaps' Belinda and Wubs' Karen to discuss the latest in All My Children, General Hospital and One Life to Live storylines and news, including:Rebecca Budig returns to All My Children as Greenlee Smythe. Do you want to see a Greenlee, Ryan and Erica triangle or should AMC pursue David and Greenlee? David and Amanda christen their child. Does anyone still care who killed Stuart?General Hospital's Claudia knows Dante's identity. Olivia and Johnny's chemistry has been spontaneous combustion. Karen shares her thoughts on Jonathan Jackson's return and James Franco coming to Port Charles. Blair goes flying out a window on One Life to Live. Todd thinks Tea pushed Blair, but did she? Was the fight scene over done? The mayoral race is heating up as Dorian announces she's in a committed relationship. Roxie's talks to her beaver, should she share it with Viki?

With reality television becoming more and more popular, as production of scripted fare dries up, it's good these day to be a jack of all genres. That's exactly who Jonathan Reiner is. The veteran reality show producer (Starting Over, Big Brother), who got his start as an intern at Theater Week magazine, which led to him meeting the legendary Soap Opera Weekly editrix Mimi Torchin, and a career covering soaps, drops by Daytime Confidential to chat with Luke and Jamey about the differences and similarities between soaps and reality shows. Reiner reflects on what it was like to work on daytime's first and only reality soap, Starting Over, co-created by the late Mary -Ellis Bunim, and offers a fresh perspective on why network television dramas seem to be struggling so much. He also ponders the question, why didn't Procter and Gamble seek out producers with reality television experience before embarking on their risky production model shift for the now-cancelled sudser Guiding Light? It's an interview you won't so

On today's Performer of the Week episode of Daytime Confidential Luke, Jamey, Jillian, Mike and Mel choose the actors and actresses who they believe did an outstanding job during the previous week.They also discuss their honorable and dishonorable mentions. Who is your Performer of the Week?

On today’s ABC episode of Daytime Confidential Luke, Jamey, Regan and Eye on Soaps’ Belinda discuss all the crazy casting news at All My Children and General Hospital and the latest storylines on One Life to Live, including: Susan Lucci is staying with All My Children. Thorsten Kaye is leaving AMC. Beth Ehlers and Brianne Moncrieff are out as Taylor and Colby. Chrishell Stause is going on recurring. BethAnn Bonner joins All My Children. Luke suggests a role that he thinks Beth Ehlers would be good in. James Franco joins General Hospital for a limited run. What does this mean for General Hospital and for the soap opera genre in general? Greg Vaughan is out at General Hospital as Jonathan Jackson returns to the role of Lucky Spencer. What will Jackson’s return mean for the character of Lucky as a cop and could the show rewrite Jake’s paternity? Could Thorsten Kaye be headed for One Life to Live? Jamey shares the latest word he’s hearing. Since General Hospital landed James Franco the DC gang discusses whi

On today’s CBS and Days of Our Lives episode of Daytime Confidential Luke, Jamey, Jillian, Mike and Mel discuss the latest in As the World Turns, The Bold and the Beautiful, Days of Our Lives and The Young and the Restless storylines and news, including: Austin Peck clarifies his As the World Turns demise. Melodie is loving the abortion storyline and how well they are fleshing it out. Might Rosanna and Craig sleeping together mean that Carly could be repaired with Holden? Luke, Mike and Mel are glad that Alexandra Chando is back as Maddie Coleman. Mike has a gripe about ATWT’s portrayal of people from Kentucky and Nebraska and wonders where Dusty is. The Bold and the Beautiful snapped up General Hospital’s Sarah Brown. Brown’s new character Sandy Sommers will be mixing it up with Nick, Bridgett and Whip. Bill Spencer takes over Forrester Creations. Is Brad kicking Maria’s butt in the corporate storyline department? The Steffy, Owen and Jackie triangle is heating up. Crystal Chappell returns to Day

On today's Performer of the Week episode of Daytime Confidential Luke, Jamey, Jillian and Melodie choose the actors and actresses who they be did an outstanding job during the previous week.They also debate their honorable and dishonorable mentions.

On today’s CBS and Days of Our Lives episode of Daytime Confidential Luke, Jamey, Jillian and Melodie discuss the latest in As the World Turns, The Bold and the Beautiful, Days of Our Lives and The Young and the Restless storylines and news, including: The Barbara vs. Audrey is one of As the World Turns’ saving graces. Eileen Fulton wants her iconic character, Lisa Grimaldi, killed off. Luke wishes they'd just give her a good storyline, butJamey has a suggestion on how they could kill Lisa off if they decided to. Is Lily Snyder a hot mess. The Bold and the Beautiful's Stephanie suffers a stroke. Marcus learns who his father is. Jillian suggests a someone who she believes would make a good Marcus recast. Luke and Jamey think Jacqueline MacInnes Woods might be improving a little, but Jillian can't co-sign that. Victor walks Kate down the aisle to marry Stefano on Days of Our Lives. Lucas gets drunk again and goes to rehab. Crystal Chappell returns to Salem as Carly on Friday. Are Louise Sorel and Crys

On today's ABC episode of Daytime Confidential Luke and Jamey are joined by David to discuss the latest happenings in Llanview. Gina Tognoni joins One Life to Live. John Brotherton has been let go. Should OLTL reunite John and Natalie? If they do would it help ratings to bring back Evangeline to reignite one of the show's most debated triangles? Todd and Tea's wedding. From Jack's speech to Blair's plan to interrupt the ceremony. Dorian goes lesbian to win the election. Is this Dorian being Dorian? Is it offensive or is it an opportunity for a soap to weigh in on a social issue? Before David leaves he shares something a juicy tidbit about Kelly Ripa appearing in Pine Valley before All My Children moves to L.A..Afterwards, Luke and Jamey discuss the latest in All My Children and General Hospital storylines and news, including:Aiden Turner is out at All My Children. Is Beth Ehlers leaving AMC? Jamey talks about the latest he's heard. Why are AMC's vets like Debbie Morgan, Darnell Williams and Michael E. Knight

On today's ABC episode of Daytime Confidential Luke, Jamey and Eye on Soaps' Belinda discuss the latest All My Children, General Hospital and One Life to Live storylines and news, including: All My Children's dance-a-thon is in full swing, but is it worth watching? Is Jill Larson out as Opal and could Marj Dusay be returning as Vanessa, David Hayward's mother? How might a possible return by Vanessa impact David's life and the citizens of Pine Valley? Jamey talks about his interview with former AMC star Jonathon Bennet and talks about the special Imaginary Bitches Emmy episode. How is that David Hayward can best everyone? Is Jamey warming up Jamie Luner and one thing could Pratt do to make her ok? Is AMC wasting Kendall with this storyline?Sarah Brown is leaving General Hospital. How would you like to see Claudia  go out on the show? Luke, Jamey and Belinda discuss the best way to get rid of the character. Lucky proposes to Elizabeth. On paper Cassadine and Spencer brothers fighting over the same woman sounds

On today's Performer of the Week episodes of Daytime Confidential Luke, Jamey, Mike, Jillian and Melodie choose the actors and actresses who they believe did an outstanding job during the previous week.They also discuss their honorable and dishonorable mentions. Who are your Performer of the Week and honorable mentions?