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Don't miss Emmy Award-winning Executive Producer Jill Farren Phelps when she joins me live in The Locher Room. Jill has worked as an EP on six daytime dramas (Another World, General Hospital, Guiding Light, One Life to Live, Santa Barbara and The Young and the Restless). Phelps has been nominated for fifteen Daytime Emmy Awards and has won a total of 11 Emmys for her work on those soaps. Daytime fans are passionate about Phelps' work (the good and the bad) over the years and we will discuss it all.Original Airdate: 6/23/2021
Today on the podcast, the one and only Jill Farren Phelps talks the highs and lows of being an Executive Producer on 6 different soaps across 3 major networks. She's been nominated for 15 Daytime Emmys and has 11 wins-9 for Outstanding Daytime Drama. From her start in soaps at Guiding Light, Jill doesn't shy away from talking about taking high stakes risks, making controversial decisions and what she would've done differently. Sometimes funny and sometimes reflective, Jill Farren Phelps is truly soap opera royalty! *Also, to be clear, she did not kill Frankie Frame on Another World. :-) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
On today's Daytime Confidential podcast Luke Kerr, Jamey Giddens, Jillian Bowe, Sara Bibel and Mike Jubinville dish the latest The Bold and the Beautiful, Days of Our Lives and General Hospital storylines. Oh, and the biggest news of the week: Jill Farren Phelps is out at The Young and the Restless. All this and much more on today's Daytime Confidential podcast!
On today's Daytime Confidential podcast Luke Kerr, Jamey Giddens and Jillian Bowe dish the latest The Bold and the Beautiful, Days of Our Lives, General Hospital and The Young and the Restless headlines and storylines, including: TV Guide Network offers to pay one million dollars to air the Daytime Emmys, but did NATAS turn it down? Should Wyatt kick Hope to the curb for accepting Liam's plan for the Spencer brother's to share her on The Bold and the Beautiful? Will Brooke grow a conscience? Days of Our Lives airs a fantastic EJ centric episode James Scott and Alison Sweeney deliver amazing performances. Jamey recounts attending the Atlanta Days of Our Lives event featuring Greg Vaughan, Bryan Datillo, Blake Berris, Eric Martsolf and Shawn Christian. Ava and Sonny have sex in the Quartermaine crypt and Morgan figured it out right away. Maura West puts everything into her scenes and leaves nothing on the floor. IS it time for Shawn to call Al Sharpton because he still slings hash at Kelly's when Jason had lots of money and a penthouse? Who ran Patrick, Sabrina and Emma off the road? What is going on with Luke Spencer and how he's treating Kiki? The truth about Fake Cassie is out and it was revealed she is really Mariah. Jill Farren Phelps thinks Ian is the new love of Victor's life, because apparently his previous rivals came from the "We must respect Victor" school in Genoa City.
Tommy Garrett is the author of "Highlight Hollywood" website for the latest in entertainment news, interviews and stories. Tommy joins "On-Air with Douglas" to share his story with his fans. We discussed Lindsey Lohan on Oprah, Paris Hilton, Joan Crawford & Bette Davis, The Young and the Restless including Jeanne Coooper's passing and the fans who want Jill Farren Phelps out (including Tommy) and much more. Please visit his official website for all the latest in entertainment news: http://highlighthollywood.com/
Tommy Garrett is the author of "Highlight Hollywood" website for the latest in entertainment news, interviews and stories. Tommy joins "On-Air with Douglas" to share his story with his fans. We discussed Lindsey Lohan on Oprah, Paris Hilton, Joan Crawford & Bette Davis, The Young and the Restless including Jeanne Coooper's passing and the fans who want Jill Farren Phelps out (including Tommy) and much more. Please visit his official website for all the latest in entertainment news: http://highlighthollywood.com/
There's a lot of going on both on screen and behind the scenes, so there's a lot to talk about this week... and host Richard M. Simms, executive editor of Soaps In Depth, expects some spirited debate during tonight's show! First, there's the on-going cast cuts as incoming executive producer Jill Farren Phelps swings her axe at THE YOUNG & THE RESTLESS. Over at THE BOLD & THE BEAUTIFUL, some fans were surprised -- and not in a good way -- by Ronn Moss' final episode as Ridge. But was the focus on Stephanie and Brooke actually a brilliant bit of foreshadowing? GENERAL HOSPITAL wrapped its water saga, so we'll take a look at the next big event that will be hitting Port Charles. And finally, it's impossible to talk about DAYS OF OUR LIVES without a heated debate breaking out over the EJ/Sami/Rafe triangle. We'll take a look at it from both sides as we try and do the impossible: Get fans of all the soaps to agree to disagree as opposed to going into attack mode. The impossible dream? Probably, but it's a discusion worth having! Throw your two cents into the pot by calling in beginning at 7 p.m. EST on Monday night!
There's a lot of going on both on screen and behind the scenes, so there's a lot to talk about this week... and host Richard M. Simms, executive editor of Soaps In Depth, expects some spirited debate during tonight's show! First, there's the on-going cast cuts as incoming executive producer Jill Farren Phelps swings her axe at THE YOUNG & THE RESTLESS. Over at THE BOLD & THE BEAUTIFUL, some fans were surprised -- and not in a good way -- by Ronn Moss' final episode as Ridge. But was the focus on Stephanie and Brooke actually a brilliant bit of foreshadowing? GENERAL HOSPITAL wrapped its water saga, so we'll take a look at the next big event that will be hitting Port Charles. And finally, it's impossible to talk about DAYS OF OUR LIVES without a heated debate breaking out over the EJ/Sami/Rafe triangle. We'll take a look at it from both sides as we try and do the impossible: Get fans of all the soaps to agree to disagree as opposed to going into attack mode. The impossible dream? Probably, but it's a discusion worth having! Throw your two cents into the pot by calling in beginning at 7 p.m. EST on Monday night!
On today’s Daytime Confidential podcast Luke Kerr, Jamey Giddens, Jillian Bowe and Regan Cellura dive into the latest The Bold and the Beautiful, Days of our Lives, General Hospital and The Young and the Restless storylines and headlines, including: A bunch of new talk shows are premiering this fall. The DC gang weighs in on the premieres of Katie, The Jeff Probst Show, The Ricki Lake Show and The Steve Harvey Show. Did Katie deliver on the hype? Brooke and Ridge get married again on The Bold and the Beautiful. Do Stephanie’s children need to return and fight for control of Forrester Creations? Should the character of Caroline be recast? Why isn’t there more sex on B&B? How will Deacon factor into B&B’s upcoming storylines? Chad proposed to Melanie on Days of our Lives. Why do soap actors and actresses refuse to have their characters return to their evil roots when it’s what made them popular? Should Alan Harris return to romance Will and get revenge on Sami? Should EJ and Sami marry and Sami embrace being Mrs. DiMera? General Hospital jumps time slots in most markets. Did Jillian enjoy JaSam’s “What if” episode? Jerry’s plan plays out as Port Charles tries to save themselves. Sharon ends up in a facility for observation on The Young and the Restless and runs into Daisy. Jill Farren Phelps has fabulous stories planned. Could fan’s campaign to keep Christel Khalil work? Is JFP the right person in the right place at the right time? Will Jack lose everything to Victor again?
On today’s Daytime Confidential podcast Luke Kerr, Jamey Giddens, Jillian Bowe and Regan Cellura are joined by TV Guide’s Michael Logan to dish August’s crazy soap headlines. From The Bold and the Beautiful to The Young and the Restless, they discuss it all. They dive into Steve Burton’s decision to leave General Hospital after 21 years and the impact his departure will have on the show. Logan shares more about Burton’s novella project with James Franco and Jill Farren Phelps. Logan weighs in on Ronn Moss’ departure from The Bold and the Beautiful. He reveals a surprising All My Children actor as a possibility to fill the role of Ridge Forrester. He also talks about Susan Flannery leaving the CBS soap. Logan provides insight into JFP's plans for Y&R. Will there big big casting cuts and is Christel Khalil replaceable for Y&R? Could the fact that Days of Our Lives tapes episodes so far in advance impact the last remaining NBC soap’s chances at renewal? How many reboots will it take to put the show on solid ground? The DC crew wraps the hour long podcast with Michael Logan by delving into the new talk shows from Katie Couric, Ricki Lake, Steve Harvey and Jeff Probst. All this and much more on today’s special Daytime Confidential podcast.
On today’s Daytime Confidential podcast Luke Kerr, Jamey Giddens, Jillian Bowe and Regan Cellura discuss the latest The Bold and the Beautiful, Days of our Lives, General Hospital and The Young and the Restless storylines and headlines, including: Steve Burton has decided to quit General Hospital after 21 years. What impact will his departure have on the soap? Frank Valentini promised a “huge” surprise and delivered to fans the return of Ian Buchanan as Duke Lavery. Find out what the DC gang thinks of his return. Florencia Lozano returns to GH on September 7. Could Sean Kanan be returning to The Bold and the Beautiful? Is Peter Reckell under consideration for the role of Ridge Forrester? Rick schemes to get Hope away from Liam. Will and Gabi had sex on Days of our Lives. Nick gets out of prison and returns to Salem. Sonny is beaten by T. Stefano is alive and EJ is free to roam Salem. The Young and the Restless casts Robert Adamson as Noah Newman. Jill Farren Phelps wants The Young and the Restless to be more alluring and compelling. Should the CBS soap be negotiating with Christel Khalil? Tucker has a master plan for Sharon. All this and much more on today’s show!
On today’s Daytime Confidential podcast we have a special treat. Larry Flick of Sirius XM’s The Morning Jolt with Larry Flick shares his no holds barred interview with The Young and the Restless legend Jeanne Cooper. During the show they discuss her juicy book Not Young, Still Restless. Find out what Cooper thinks of Maria Arena Bell and the hiring of Jill Farren Phelps. Flick offers Cooper his hotline number so she can call in the day Eric Braeden meets Phelps. Cooper weighs in on the youth of today and the state of America’s middle class. If you are a The Young and the Restless fan this is an interview you won’t want to miss!
On today’s Daytime Confidential podcast Luke Kerr, Jamey Giddens, Jillian Bowe and Regan Cellura dive into the firing of Maria Arena Bell at The Young and the Restless. What led to event fans had long awaited? What will be the fallout? Former General Hospital executive producer Jill Farren Phelps has been hired to take over at Y&R. What can fans expect from the incoming team? Will the cast be cleaned up? Jamey and Jillian share the scoop they’re hearing from sources. After thoroughly dissecting the upheaval at Y&R, the DC gang dives into the latest headlines and storylines from The Bold and the Beautiful, General Hospital and The Young and the Restless? All this and oh so much more on today’s Daytime Confidential podcast!
On today’s super-sized Daytime Confidential podcast Luke Kerr, Jamey Giddens, Jillian Bowe and Melodie Aikels react to Brian Frons stepping down at ABC Daytime and Jill Farren Phelps being removed at General Hospital. The DC gang looks back on these two executives show-killing history and discusses the state they are leaving GH in. The DC crew then weighs in on the announcement that Frank Valentini and Ron Carlivati are taking over at ABC’s last remaining soap. What things could they do to signal to fans that a new day is dawning on Port Charles. Jamey lays out which storylines should be rewritten immediately and which quadrangle could help spike ratings. Luke suggests an early sign to GH fans would be to announce the re-hiring of Lexi Ainsworth as Kristina. The DC gang explores which fan favorites should be brought back as soon as possible and debate which one One Life to Live actor or character they’d love to see make the jump to Port Charles. Even though ABC soap news dominated the week, the DC gang discusses Bryan Dattilo being spotted on the Days of Our Lives set, Will’s coming out story and the fallout from EJ and Sami having sex. Jamey reveals which popular Salem resident he’d kill off and give Alison Sweeney a meaty storyline. The Bold and the Beautiful’s Katie isn’t happy that Steffy is circling Bill again. Is it time for Deacon to leave Genoa City and come to Los Angeles to help his daughter Hope fight Steffy? Is it time for Jackie to leave the fashion business? Which pairing suggestion would bring a little love to Stephanie’s life? The DC crew loves having Nikki back in Genoa City, but will Deacon blackmail her into marrying him? Diane’s murder mystery continues, but now Victor is protecting Nikki. What will Patty do next? All this and much more on today’s Daytime Confidential podcast!
He made a huge splash in the '80s as true blue good guy Michael Hudson on NBC's "Another World," and then again in the '90s as lovelorn sharkish lawyer Sam Rappaport on ABC's "One Life to Live," and now, the amazing KALE BROWNE is stopping by Brandon's Buzz with an insider's view of two classic soaps!