Podcast appearances and mentions of Luke Kerr

On episode 1204 of Daytime Confidential, Luke Kerr, Jillian Bowe and Melodie Aikels take a deep dive into the Beyond the Gates' disaster spectacular that brought The Young and the Restless' Newmans, Abbotts and Winters to Fairmont Crest.  The DC trio shares what stood out to them, before digging into the meaty drama of the past week.  From Victor Newman's (Eric Braeden) arrival by helicopter to Jack (Peter Bergman) and Diane (Susan Walters) dodging Tomas (Alex Alegria) and Kyle (Michael Mealor) and Hayley's (Marquita Goings) chemistry, they delve into the Genoa City guests at Martin's (Brandon Claybon) fundraiser. Should Kyle visit Fairmont Crest again in the future or Hayley set her sights on Kyle after scoring a fortune from Bill?  The Young and the Restless dropped the ball on aligning its storylines with the crossover's continuity.  Before the fundraiser kicked off viewers finally learned the idenitity of The Impaler. Super Joey Armstrong (Jon Lindstrom) saved Abby (Melissa Ordway) from a chandelier cake topper, but why was he so front and center in the disaster? Why wasn't he kicked out instead of being allowed to hang around. Why is Vanessa (Lauren Buglioli) so stupid?  Kat (Colby Nixon) and Eva (Ambyr Michelle) trapped together provided great drama, but will anyone be on Kat's side when she doesn't want to donate a kidney to save her half-sister's life?  Leslie (Trisha Mann-Grant) had some of the best singers of the event, but BTG still gave her moments of humanity as she searched for her missing daughter.  Bill (Timon Kyle Durrett) and Dani (Karla Mosley) had sex in the elevator, but what does this mean for Dani and Andre (Sean Freeman)? Should BTG tell a who's the daddy storyline or should they leave a baby out of the picture? Andre professing his fear of losing Dani tore the DC hosts apart. Does Bill want back in the Dupree family?  Martin went from being trapped under a tree to an asshole in the blink of an eye.  A couple characters' wigs and eyebrows distracted the hosts from the drama.  The tornado event definitely provided an opportunity for some actors to step up, while other actors stumbled under the weight of the special episodes.  The hosts reveal their final thoughts on the Beyond the Gates / The Young and the Restless disaster crossover before rating the event.  All this and more on the latest Daytime Confidential podcast! Bluesky: @DCConfidential, LukeKerr, JillianBowe, Josh Baldwin, and Melodie Aikels. Facebook: Daytime Confidential Subscribe to Daytime Confidential on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify.

On episode 1203 of Daytime Confidential, Luke Kerr, Jillian Bowe, Joshua Baldwin and Melodie Aikels dive into the latest Beyond the Gates, The Bold and the Beautiful, Days of Our Lives, General Hospital and The Young and the Restless headlines and storylines.  All this and more on the latest Daytime Confidential podcast! Bluesky: @DCConfidential, LukeKerr, JillianBowe, Josh Baldwin, and Melodie Aikels. Facebook: Daytime Confidential Subscribe to Daytime Confidential on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify.

On episode #1202 of Daytime Confidential, Luke Kerr, Joshua Baldwin and Melodie Aikels dive into the biggest headlines and storylines that stood out for them on Beyond the Gates, The Bold and the Beautiful, Days of Our Lives, General Hospital and The Young and the Restless.  All this and more on the latest Daytime Confidential podcast! Bluesky: @DCConfidential, LukeKerr, JillianBowe, Josh Baldwin, and Melodie Aikels. Facebook: Daytime Confidential Subscribe to Daytime Confidential on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify.

On episode 1201 of Daytime Confidential, Luke Kerr, Melodie Aikels and Joshua Baldwin count down the Top 5 Current Soap Actors Who Have Leveled Up.  These are the soap opera actors from your favorite soaps who started out their runs not knowing how to act or made questionable acting decisions but who have since improved.  Some of these actor's left soaps and returned better actors. Others were "learned" at the knee of soap thespians like Maura West, Heather Tom, Don Diamont, Rena Sofer, Rick Hearst, Jane Elliot and more.  All this and more on the latest Daytime Confidential podcast! Bluesky: @DCConfidential, LukeKerr, JillianBowe, Josh Baldwin, and Melodie Aikels. Facebook: Daytime Confidential Subscribe to Daytime Confidential on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify.

What happens when one of golf's smartest media minds sits down with two golf-obsessed coaching nerds? You get a conversation that goes everywhere — tour players, TPI, coaching methods, golf media, LIV, mobility, practice, AI, and the future of instruction.This week on the Skillest Podcast, Baden and Alex Clapp are joined by Luke Kerr-Dineen from Golf Digest — one of the most influential voices in modern golf instruction media.Luke opens up about his journey from aspiring journalist to becoming one of the key figures shaping how golfers consume instruction today. The guys dive deep into: Why tour pros obsess over the “boring” basics  The danger of constantly changing swing methods  What Luke learned from his full TPI assessment  How body limitations shape golf swings  Why great coaching is becoming more evidence-based than ever  The future of AI, digital coaching, and platforms like Skillest  The changing landscape of golf media and instruction  LIV Golf, the PGA Tour, and what global golf should look like It's part golf philosophy, part swing nerd heaven, and part look into where the entire game is heading next.If you're fascinated by coaching, golf swings, player development, or the future of the game — this one's a must-listen. 

On episode 1199 of Daytime Confidential, Luke Kerr, Jillian Bowe and Melodie Aikels dive into the latest Daytime Emmy Award Nomination changes and juicy storylines from Beyond the Gates, The Bold and the Beautiful, Days of Our Lives, General Hospital and The Young and the Restless.  All this and more on the latest Daytime Confidential podcast! Bluesky: @DCConfidential, LukeKerr, JillianBowe, Josh Baldwin, and Melodie Aikels. Facebook: Daytime Confidential Subscribe to Daytime Confidential on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify.

On episode #1198 of Daytime Confidential, Luke Kerr, Jillian Bowe, Joshua Baldwin and Melodie Aikels dish the latest Beyond the Gates, The Bold and the Beautiful, Days of Our Lives, General Hospital and The Young and the Restless storylines.  All this and more on the latest Daytime Confidential podcast! Bluesky: @DCConfidential, LukeKerr, JillianBowe, Josh Baldwin, and Melodie Aikels. Facebook: Daytime Confidential Subscribe to Daytime Confidential on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify.

On episode 1197 of Daytime Confidential, Luke Kerr, Joshua Baldwin and Melodie Aikels look back at the first year of the new CBS soap opera Beyond the Gates.  Find out what stood out about Beyond the Gates year one for each of the DC co-hosts. They then dive into BTG's biggest strengths and biggest opportunities for improvement after the first year.  What were the best storylines BTG told, must-see character(s) and best couple of year one?  Listen as the Daytime Confidential crew share the things about Beyond the Gates that they either loved or hated when BTG premiered but feel the opposite about it now? The episode then looks forward to Beyond the Gates Year 2 and what changes they would like to see.  All this and more on the latest Daytime Confidential podcast! Bluesky: @DCConfidential, LukeKerr, JillianBowe, Josh Baldwin, and Melodie Aikels. Facebook: Daytime Confidential Subscribe to Daytime Confidential on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify.

On episode #1196 of Daytime Confidential, Luke Kerr, Jillian Bowe and Melodie Aikels dish the latest Beyond the Gates, The Bold and the Beautiful, Days of Our Lives, General Hospital and The Young and the Restless storylines.  All this and more on the latest Daytime Confidential podcast! Bluesky: @DCConfidential, LukeKerr, JillianBowe, Josh Baldwin, and Melodie Aikels. Facebook: Daytime Confidential Subscribe to Daytime Confidential on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify.

On episode 1195 of Daytime Confidential, Luke Kerr, Jillian Bowe, Joshua Baldwin and Melodie Aikels dish the latest Beyond the Gates, The Bold and the Beautiful, Days of Our Lives, General Hospital and The Young and the Restless headlines and storylines. BEYOND THE GATES Anita's cancer story is must-see, and Tamara Tunie is doing the work. Nicole leans into single life with Carlton and Kyle back-to-back. Bill stays protective of Hayley while her scam keeps tightening around her. Luke compares Lynette to a classic soap villainess. Shanice and Dani tag team Leslie. Vanessa and Joey's Valentine scenes split the hosts, right down to the wig. THE BOLD AND THE BEAUTIFUL Ivy acts unhinged. Electra gives Will an ultimatum. The DC crew needs more of Sheila, Deacon and Taylor. Why doesn't B&B dirty up Steffy? DAYS OF OUR LIVES Xander and Gwen still have chemistry. Kristen's jealousy makes the Sarah and Brady situation more watchable, even if nobody likes the pairing. Why does there need to be another romance storyline? Michael Roark's exit frustrates everyone. Why is DAYS churning through so many talented actors? Billy Flynn's exit scenes with Susan Seaforth Hayes warmed our hearts. GENERAL HOSPITAL General Hospital airs a special tribute for Anthony Geary. Portia's baby drama keeps the DC crew watching. Luke goes off on Chase torching his life for Willow. THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS The Mariah kidnapping story is really bad but Sharon Case is doing the work. The Cane, Victor, Lily, Phyllis and Billy mess is giving migraines. Daniel and Lily being ignored is just wrong. The DC crew is divided over Nick's pill poppin' problem. EPISODE OUTLINE 00:00 – Cold Open • Luke explains it has been a couple weeks and the crew is catching up on what stood out. 01:14 – General Hospital • Anthony Geary tribute and Laura, Sonny, Carly, Tracy and Lulu's Luke Spencer memories • Portia baby drama and DNA questions • Chase needs to die. 14:53 – The Young and the Restless • The Mariah kidnapping story is really bad. • Kidnappings and double-crosses • Daniel and Lily missing from the center of the story • Nick's pill popping 28:00 – The Bold and the Beautiful • Ivy is lurking in bushes • Electra gives an ultimatum • Sheila, Deacon and Taylor 40:46 – Days of Our Lives • Xander and Gwen still have chemistry • Why do we need another romance novel storyline? • Why does DAYS keeping churning through actors? • Billy Flynn exit episode praise with Susan Seaforth Hayes 55:21 – Beyond the Gates • Anita's cancer storyline • Lynette has the making of a classic soap villainess. • Shanice and Dani vs Leslie • Vanessa and Joey's Valentines Day  01:09:40 – Final Thoughts • Jillian: Jennifer Hudson renewal • Josh: Trisha Mann Grant • Mel: wants a Jill update on Y&R • Luke: looking forward to Shamar Moore and Vivica A. Fox; not looking forward to "He Who Shall Not Be Named" on Days All this and more on the latest Daytime Confidential podcast! Bluesky: @DCConfidential, LukeKerr, JillianBowe, Josh Baldwin, and Melodie Aikels. Facebook: Daytime Confidential Subscribe to Daytime Confidential on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify.

On episode 1194 of Daytime Confidential, Luke Kerr, Jillian Bowe and Joshua Baldwin dish the latest Beyond the Gates, The Bold and the Beautiful, Days of Our Lives, General Hospital and The Young and the Restless headlines and storylines. BEYOND THE GATES Beyond the Gates and The Young and the Restless announce a June crossover. What are Victor and Vernon's ties? Should Beyond the Gates characters visit Genoa City? Nicole juggles Carlton and Kyle. The Bill, Dani, Andre and Hayley quad heats up. Will Bill's blood work expose Hayley's plot? Who is the Impaler? THE BOLD AND THE BEAUTIFUL Taylor and Deacon cross lines in the therapy office. Does Sheila know more than she's letting on? Steffy threatens to cut Taylor off from the kids. Should this romance have been a slower burn? Why don't Taylor and Deacon have real talk-to scenes? Will, Electra and Dylan's triangle spirals. What is Ivy really watching for? DAYS OF OUR LIVES DNA confirms Stefano is dead. Was that confirmation necessary? EJ steps up as head of the DiMera family. Sophia stays silent and Bayview drags on. Did Rachel shoot EJ? Vivian returns and targets Dimitri again. With Javi gone, will Leo and Dimitri cross a line? GENERAL HOSPITAL General Hospital goes there with kissing cousins. Did the writers forget the Cassadine family tree? Is this shock value or a real story? Nathan contradicts his own backstory. Is Nathan really Peter August? What does Britt know? Carly and Valentin surprise with real chemistry. THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS Mariah kidnaps Dominic. Why does this story make no sense? Where is the reaction to Chance's child being taken? Cane and Phyllis take over Newman through an AI plot. Why is Phyllis treated like the villain when Victor always does worse? Is blocking Victor the only upside? EPISODE OUTLINE 00:00 – Cold Open 01:05 – Beyond the Gates • June crossover with The Young and the Restless announced • Victor and Vernon connection teased • Bill, Dani, Andre and Hayley quad intensifies • Impaler theories 24:22 – The Young and the Restless • Mariah kidnaps Dominic • AI plot hands Newman to Cane and Phyllis • Phyllis isolated again 32:55 – The Bold and the Beautiful • Taylor and Deacon cross professional lines • Sheila senses betrayal • Will, Electra and Dylan triangle escalates 45:55 – Days of Our Lives • Stefano officially confirmed dead by DNA • Sophia silence and Bayview frustration • Vivian returns and targets Dimitri 56:20 – General Hospital • Kissing cousins backlash • Nathan contradicts his own story • Peter August theories • Carly and Valentin chemistry surprises All this and more on the latest Daytime Confidential podcast! Bluesky: @DCConfidential, LukeKerr, JillianBowe, Josh Baldwin, and Melodie Aikels. Facebook: Daytime Confidential Subscribe to Daytime Confidential on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify.

On episode 1192, it's the first episode of 2026 and that mean's Daytime Confidential's Luke Kerr, Jillian Bowe and Joshua Baldwin are back from hiatus and have a lot of thoughts on Beyond the Gates, The Bold and the Beautiful, Days of Our Lives, General Hospital and The Young and the Restless. Get comfy and enjoy!  All this and more on the latest Daytime Confidential podcast! Bluesky: @DCConfidential, LukeKerr, JillianBowe, Josh Baldwin, and Melodie Aikels. Facebook: Daytime Confidential Subscribe to Daytime Confidential on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify.

On episode 1191, Daytime Confidential looks back at 2025 with the Best and Worst of 2025 in Soap Operas, Part 2. Luke Kerr, Jillian Bowe, Joshua Baldwin and Melodie Aikels dive into the Best and Worst of Beyond the Gates, The Bold and the Beautiful, Days of Our Lives, General Hospital and The Young and the Restless headlines and storylines, including all your favorite long-running categories. Listen to Best and Worst of Soap Operas in 2025, Part 1.  Share your picks for Best and Worst of Soap Operas in 2025, Part 2 in the comments! Best Scene: Worst Scene: Glittery Hoo Hoo of the Year:   MP (Magical Penis) of the Year: Most in Need of some Lovin': Why, Just Why:   Read a Book (Dumbest Character): Einstein Award (Smartest Character): Soap Opera Scenery Chewer of the Year:   Hall of Shame: Charity Ramer Award for Babies Who Don't Know Who they Are: Worst Daytime Drama: Best Daytime Drama: All this and more on the latest Daytime Confidential podcast! Bluesky: @DCConfidential, LukeKerr, JillianBowe, Josh Baldwin, and Melodie Aikels. Facebook: Daytime Confidential Subscribe to Daytime Confidential on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify.

On episode 1190 of Daytime Confidential, Luke Kerr, Jillian Bowe, Joshua Baldwin and Melodie Aikels look back at 2025 and the Best and Worst of Beyond the Gates, The Bold and the Beautiful, Days of Our Lives, General Hospital and The Young and the Restless headlines and storylines, including all your favorite long-running categories. Share your picks for these categories in the comments below!  Most Improved Character: Best Male Character: Best Female Character: Biggest Waste of Talent (Male or Female): Most in need of a Makeover: Character Most in Need of a Recast: Dreams Really Do Come True: Be careful what you wish for: Best Couple or Triangle: Worst Couple or Triangle: Worst Storyline: Best storyline: All this and more on the latest Daytime Confidential podcast! Bluesky: @DCConfidential, LukeKerr, JillianBowe, Josh Baldwin, and Melodie Aikels. Facebook: Daytime Confidential Subscribe to Daytime Confidential on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify.

For this Daytime Confidential Reflections special, episode 1188, Luke Kerr sits down with longtime Daytime Confidential contributor J. Bernard Jones for a straight shot of soap history, fandom and survival. J. Bernard opens up about the stroke he suffered in May and how laughing at the occasional scrambled word has helped him keep moving forward. J. Bernard remembers how he first found Daytime Confidential through the blog and became "a pure a-hole" in the comments before Jamey Giddens recruited him to write. He talks about launching J.F.Y., a glossy magazine for Black gay men that briefly thrived before collapsing with the ad market in the mid 2000s. J. Bernard traces his soap roots to watching The Edge of Night with his mother, the bombed honeymoon that hooked him, and how that led to a lifelong obsession with Procter & Gamble soaps, Santa Barbara and Guiding Light. He and Luke compare the old magazine wars and AOL chat rooms to today's forums tab on Google and social platforms. The conversation turns to Beyond the Gates and General Hospital, where they break down pacing problems, the weight of Ashley and Derek, the power dynamics in Martin and Smitty's relationship and whether the Drew shooting landed at the right time. Through it all, J. Bernard keeps one eye on corporate consolidation and one eye on the genre's future, arguing soaps still matter if the industry treats them like they do. EPISODE OUTLINE 00:00 – "Welcome to the Daytime Confidential 01:10 – "This past May I had a stroke and a little bit of weakness on my right side." 04:30 – "My first exposure to Daytime Confidential was through the blog." 08:30 – "J.F.Y. was actually targeted towards Black gay men, which I published in Brooklyn." 14:30 – "It was that one episode of The Edge of Night that really got me hooked." 20:30 – "Santa Barbara was the show. It was fresh. It was new." 27:00 – "Fan interaction has exploded in ways now that are very reminiscent of the early 2000s." 34:00 – "When I look at Beyond the Gates, my reaction to it has been relatively mixed." 42:00 – "I initially was a little pissed off about a Black man who's gay who's being automatically paired with a white guy." 50:00 – "I like where General Hospital is right now; I have a lot of problems with how they got here." 56:00 – "I think that Curtis's dad did it." 59:00 – "I really, really have loved my association with Daytime Confidential." All this and more on the latest Daytime Confidential podcast! Bluesky: @DCConfidential, LukeKerr, JillianBowe, Josh Baldwin, and Melodie Aikels. Facebook: Daytime Confidential Subscribe to Daytime Confidential on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify.

On episode 1187 of Daytime Confidential, Luke Kerr, Jillian Bowe and Joshua Baldwin dish the latest Beyond the Gates, The Bold and the Beautiful, Days of Our Lives, General Hospital and The Young and the Restless headlines and storylines. BEYOND THE GATES Eva and Kat go head-to-head, and neither blinks. Leslie stirs the pot at the club and enjoys every second. Hayley eyes both Bill and Izaiah. The panel floats theories about Hayley's angle and how Izaiah might catch on. Andre and Dani's relationship continues to evolve. THE BOLD AND THE BEAUTIFUL Luna pulls off a jailbreak and the guards are written like fools. The discussion hits the contraband phone, the laundry-through-the-bars mess and the beach house lacking security. Bill's new zen phase gets mocked as temporary at best. DAYS OF OUR LIVES Days of Our Lives kicks off its 60th anniversary with flashbacks and Horton family history. Holly and Tate's film assignment ties into the celebration. The gala mixes nostalgia with confrontations. Jennifer and Chad face off over his children. Sami returns, clashes with EJ and Belle and reveals a sudden engagement. Marlena's health deteriorates and more DiMeras go missing while Rolf resurfaces. GENERAL HOSPITAL Rocco's arrest turns into a full adult court case because New York tries 16-year-olds as adults. The remand gets called absurd even under the law. Laura can't pull strings during the election. Danny wants to take the blame. Trina returns and puts Jordan on notice. THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS Matt Clark continues to gaslight Sharon as she unravels. Audra and Holden's past comes up again with questions about money and what he actually did. Cane's company collapses after Victor turns the program against him. Phyllis gives Victor the tool used on Cane. Lily's approach frustrates the panel, and Y&R needs to rebuild its teen scene. Episode Outline 00:00 – Cold Open • Luke previews Luna's jailbreak, Cane's corporate collapse, Rocco's court case and Days of Our Lives at 60. 02:15 – The Bold and the Beautiful • Luna escapes prison with guards acting clueless • Bill's zen phase gets mocked • Will gets a beach house and becomes the golden child 15:55 – The Young and the Restless • Matt Clark manipulates Sharon while she spirals • Audra's secrets • Cane's company collapses after Victor turns the program on him • No chemistry between Cane and Phyllis • Desire for Amanda's return and bigger umbrella story 34:30 – Days of Our Lives • 60th anniversary flashbacks land well • Jennifer and Chad's showdown hits hard • Sami returns, clashes with EJ and Belle and reveals engagement • Marlena's symptoms worsen as Rolf's lab resurfaces • Multiple DiMeras go missing 54:20 – Beyond the Gates • Eva and Kat face off • Hayley eyes Izaiah and Bill • Andre is ready to leave for LA until Dani stops him 01:15:00 – General Hospital • Rocco charged as an adult under NY law • Danny wants to take the blame • Jason's son steps back from confessing • Trina confronts Jordan in a standout scene 01:32:00 – Final Thoughts • Josh: Tabiana Ali shines • Jillian: Trina checking Jordan was needed All this and more on the latest Daytime Confidential podcast! Bluesky: @DCConfidential, LukeKerr, JillianBowe, Josh Baldwin, and Melodie Aikels. Facebook: Daytime Confidential Subscribe to Daytime Confidential on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify.

On episode 1186 of Daytime Confidential, Luke Kerr, Jillian Bowe, Joshua Baldwin and Melodie Aikels dish the latest Beyond the Gates, The Bold and the Beautiful, Days of Our Lives, General Hospital and The Young and the Restless headlines and storylines. BEYOND THE GATES Andre chooses Dani over Ashley. Martin has a self-righteous meltdown over his daughter's "Magnum" scandal. Kat doesn't deserve the blame, and Eva calling Ted "Dad" sets her off. Luke predicts Izaiah will turn out to be Joey's son. THE BOLD AND THE BEAUTIFUL Taylor and Deacon's chemistry is undeniable, and Sheila senses a threat. What will Luna do next to get out of prison? B&B's refusal to use the word "rape" continues to kneecap the story. Electra is at her best when she's mean. DAYS OF OUR LIVES Who is the pumpkin slasher? Rachel is a demon seed child, but so was Ciara when she was Rachel's age. Will Rachel grow up into a good girl like Ciara or a bad girl like Sami? Johnny and Chanel finally get their baby, but it's Leo and Javi's goodbye that won the week. GENERAL HOSPITAL Tracy triumphs over Ronni and Martin when she discovers Monica's will. Jane Elliot and Erica Slezak delivered a master class. Slezak should put herself up for a Guest Daytime Emmy next year. Is Laura a hypocrite for kicking Martin out but being friendly with Sonny? THE YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS Roger Howarth's reveal as Matt Clark divides the panel. Mel delivers a crash-course history lesson on Matt's past with Sharon and Nick for newer viewers. Noah's new face reveal was pointless. Y&R needs to dive into Noah and Audra's connection. Sharon Case turned simple dialogue into grounded grief. Episode Outline 00:00 – Cold Open • Luke Kerr previews the week's lineup and welcomes the panel. 02:30 – The Young and the Restless • Roger Howarth is Matt Clark and Clark's resurrection sparks debate • Melodie recaps the 1990s Matt Clark saga — Sharon, Nick, and the Carter Mills twist • Noah's face-reveal scene gets roasted; Sharon Case earns praise for understated emotion 18:30 – The Bold and the Beautiful • Taylor and Deacon's therapy tension blurs professional lines as Sheila plays puppet master • Luna manipulates her cellmate to fake injuries • Panel slams the show's refusal to call Will's assault what it was — rape 30:30 – Beyond the Gates • "Magnum condoms" make their daytime debut • Isaiah and Joey's connection raises paternity flags — Joey may be Isaiah's real father • Andre chooses Dani, closing the triangle with quiet honesty and earned emotion 44:30 – Days of Our Lives • Johnny and Chanel finalize baby Trey's adoption • Leo and Javi's goodbye draws tears and Emmy chatter • Speculation grows over Sami's engagement and what her comeback means 56:30 – General Hospital • Tracy finds Monica's will and exposes Martin's fraud • Erica Slezak's guest arc earns high praise • Laura kicks Martin out 01:10:00 – Final Thoughts • Mel: Winterfest on Beyond the Gates • Jillian: Quartermaines need their cutthroat edge back • Josh: Ernestine Johnson Morrison's standout background work • Luke: Don't steer Anna and Jason romantic All this and more on the latest Daytime Confidential podcast! Bluesky: @DCConfidential, LukeKerr, JillianBowe, Josh Baldwin, and Melodie Aikels. Facebook: Daytime Confidential Subscribe to Daytime Confidential on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify.  

Daytime Confidential celebrates 19 seasons as Luke Kerr reconnects with early guest-turned-longtime co-host Mike Jubinville for Episode 1184. This special Daytime Confidential Reflections episode looks back at the origins of the podcast and the relationships that shaped nearly two decades of soap coverage. Luke and Mike revisit the early days when Daytime Confidential covered nine soaps each week. They remember the weekly Performer of the Week episodes and the Top Five countdowns that sparked so many debates. Mike recalls joining the show during its first year and watching the podcast's online community turn into lasting friendships. They share stories and reminisce about Mike's affection for As the World Turns. From late nights editing episodes to growing the DC brand, Luke and Mike reflect on the changes in podcasting and what it means to stay creative after 19 seasons. The discussion shifts to Beyond the Gates, the newest soap opera that has become a DC favorite. Luke and Mike talk about pacing, character arcs, and contemporary representation. They examine why Danny and Andre's relationship resonates, how the Dupree family keeps viewers divided, and what makes Beyond the Gates unpredictable and fun. Episode 1184 closes on gratitude and nostalgia. Luke and Mike talk about the friendships that have endured since those early episodes and the passion that keeps Daytime Confidential evolving. As part of the Daytime Confidential Reflections mini-series, this captures the humor and the heart behind the longest-running soap opera podcast. Episode Outline 00:00 – Intro and early DC memories 01:05 – Watching nine soap operas 04:09 – As the World Turns and CBS soap talk 10:10 – Performer of the Week and Top Fives 12:20 – Mike Meeting Josh: DC's "Super Couple" 22:00 – Beyond the Gates discussion 34:00 – Dupree family and Naomi arcs 42:00 – What Mike misses about podcasting 45:00 – Listener friendships 48:00 – Wrap up and reflections All this and more on the latest Daytime Confidential podcast! Bluesky: @DCConfidential, LukeKerr, JillianBowe, Josh Baldwin, and Melodie Aikels. Facebook: Daytime Confidential Subscribe to Daytime Confidential on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify.

On episode 1183 of Daytime Confidential, the Daytime Emmys are behind Luke Kerr, Jillian Bowe and Joshua Baldwin, who catch up on their favorite storylines from Beyond the Gates, The Bold and the Beautiful, Days of Our Lives, General Hospital and The Young and the Restless of the past two weeks. Viewers finally know what Hayley's true motives are and how she's scamming Bill on Beyond the Gates. David Lami Friebe debuts as Izaiah and has immediate chemistry with Eva and did we see a spark in Naomi for her brother-in-law? Should BTG pursue an Eva/Izaiah/Naomi triangle OR should they go after an Eva/Izaiah/Kat triangle? Taylor and Deacon have chemistry on The Bold and the Beautiful and we're not opposed to it. Is B&B better than The Young and the Restless right now? Is the Sarah and Xander relationship in danger of being recycled too quickly on Days of Our Lives? The DC crew debates. Sophia's secrets are out and facing the consquences of her actions. Carly is pissed that Josslyn is a WSB agent and she wants revenge on General Hospital. Ronni kicking Tracy out of the quartermaine mansion delivered great soap from Slezak and Elliot. Tamara Braun debuted on The Young and the Restless as Serena Bacall and immediately shared scenes with a lot of characters. What is her connection to Holden? Does she have chemistry with Joshua Morrow's Nick Newman? Why is Y&R putting much energy into Daniel and Tessa when the real gold is Daniel and Lily? All this and more on the latest Daytime Confidential podcast! Bluesky: @DCConfidential, LukeKerr, JillianBowe, Josh Baldwin, and Melodie Aikels. Facebook: Daytime Confidential Subscribe to Daytime Confidential on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify.

On Daytime Confidential podcast episode 1182,  Luke Kerr, Jillian Bowe, Joshua Baldwin and Melodie Aikels react to the 52nd Annual Daytime Emmy Awards. Melodie spills tea about Daytime Emmy red carpet and winners walk interviews The team shares their first impressions of the show, from it to being streamed to Mario Lopez hosting, the In Memoriam and debated whether or not the award show's stage felt like an award show stage.  From the surprise winners to the Daytime Emmy favorites taking home the night's biggest awards, the DC crew dive into all the major catagories, including: Outstanding Drama, Lead Actor, Lead Actress, Supporting Actor, Supporting Actress, Emerging Actor, Guest Actor and Writing Team.  See the full list of winners from the 52nd Annual Daytime Emmy Awards. They also dive into how the Creative Arts and the main ceremony was merged. They reflect on Gold and Silver Circle inductees and Deborah Norville being honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award.  Finally, find out which Daytime Confidential co-host walked away with the best prediction record for the 2025 Daytime Emmy Awards.  Check out Daytime Confidential's full coverate at the Daytime Emmy awards hub.  All this and more on the latest Daytime Confidential podcast! Bluesky: @DCConfidential, LukeKerr, JillianBowe, Josh Baldwin, and Melodie Aikels. Facebook: Daytime Confidential Subscribe to Daytime Confidential on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify.

On episode 1178 of Daytime Confidential, Luke Kerr is joined by Carly Silver for the third Daytime Confidential Reflections episode, to catch up and reflect on moments from the past nineteen seasons. The two reminisce about how they first met through Twitter and how Carly's first podcast wasn't Daytime Confidential, but its sibling podcast Geek Confidential.  Listen as Carly shares how she first started watching soaps and how her mom introduced her too Daytime Confidential. Find out which podcast moments are her favorites. Luke and Carly discuss the differences between the soaps of today and the genre when she first started watching.  Luke asks Carly about the parallels and differences between the romance novel genre and soap opera storytelling in a post-MeToo world. Romance novels have adapted. Can soaps still tell the same type of Luke and Laura or EJ and Sami stories of prior decades or should they avoid them? Carly provides examples of how she's seen such storylines told in the present day.  The two dive into the genre's newest soap, Beyond the Gates. From their favorite couples to the different forms of empowerment that Leslie and Hayley are experiencing. Carly would like to see Dani and Bill reunite while Luke makes other pairing suggestions.    All this and more on the latest Daytime Confidential podcast! Bluesky: @DCConfidential, LukeKerr, JillianBowe, Josh Baldwin, and Melodie Aikels. Facebook: Daytime Confidential Subscribe to Daytime Confidential on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify.

On episode 1177 of Daytime Confidential, Luke Kerr, Jillian Bowe and Joshua Baldwin dish the latest Beyond the Gates, The Bold and the Beautiful, Days of Our Lives, General Hospital and The Young and the Restless headlines and storylines, including: Leslie hits the Dupree Trust jackpot on Beyond the Gates and can't help sticking it to Anita in the process. Chelsea is kidnapped, but boy did Allison's obsession escalate quickly. BTG continues to have pacing problems with its storylines.  Luna rapes a drunk Will on The Bold and the Beautiful.  EJ, Kristen and Marlena find out that Rachel is the one who shot EJ on Days of Our Lives. The co-hosts have differing opinions on the storyline's cliamx. Gabi and Xander have so much chemistry. Sarah who? Ryan Paevey returns to General Hospital. Maxie's heart gives out. Is Sidwell responsible? Drew's plot to get Michael arrested bombs. What exactly is going on in the Eastern Europe storyline?  We've discovered The Young and the Restless' potential new theme song and ship name for Victor and Kyle. Audra's chickens come home to roost. Soap operas want fan to watch out of love and hate, but the worst thing to happen to a show is when fans just don't care what's happening. Y&R's storylines are unintersting and barely moving. Do fans still care about its storylines? All this and more on the latest Daytime Confidential podcast! Bluesky: @DCConfidential, LukeKerr, JillianBowe, Josh Baldwin, and Melodie Aikels. Facebook: Daytime Confidential Subscribe to Daytime Confidential on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify.

On episode 1175 of Daytime Confidential, Luke Kerr, Jillian Bowe, Josha Baldwin and Melodie Aikels dish the latest Beyond the Gates, The Bold and the Beautiful, Days of Our Lives, General Hospital and The Young and the Restless headlines and storylines, including: Hayley's fake prengancy ends on Beyond the Gates. Will she get away with her deception now that Naomi knows the truth? When will Bill find out?  What is up with The Bold and the Beautiful's pattern of making black and asian people the villains? It's glaring and not a good look. Brooke takes a spill off a boat in Italy and Ridge dove into the ocean to save her. Who knew he was such a good swimmer?  EJ torches his relationship with Belle as a ploy to save Johnny on Days of Our Lives. A Xander, Gabi and EJ triangle could be extremely hot, but no one on the DC podcast wants to see Sarah and Brady as a couple. Sami returns to Salem to comfort her mother after John's funeral.  Rena Sofer is OUT as Lois at General Hospital. She will be much missed and hopefully can pop in from time-to-time. Anna is kidnapped by Brennan. When will Carly find out that her boyfriend recruited her daughter into the WSB? Obrect faces off opposite Lulu and Dante.  Billy is being written way out of character on The Young and the Restless. No one believes Billy cares more about getting Chancellor back than his family and Jabot. Why was Jill more concerned about Billy not being the one to call her about Chance's murder and why didn't he push back when she laid into him? The Audra, Kyle and Claire storyline is putting us to sleep.  All this and more on the latest Daytime Confidential podcast! Bluesky: @DCConfidential, LukeKerr, JillianBowe, Josh Baldwin, and Melodie Aikels. Facebook: Daytime Confidential Subscribe to Daytime Confidential on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify.

On episode 1174 of Daytime Confidential, Luke Kerr is joined by Larry Flick for the second Daytime Confidential Reflections episode, to catch up and reflect on moments from the past nineteen seasons. Listen as Larry shares what he's been up to since leaving New York City and jumping the pond to the UK. He talks about surviving a heart attack followed a few years later by a bad case of COVID early in the pandemic.  He reflects on how former Soap Opera Weekly Editor in Chief Mimi Torchin told him not to focus on being a soap journalist and to pursue his passion in music. Larry reveals the "secret sauce" of radio interviews and retells stories about interviews with Madonna, Adam Lambert and Leah Michele. The two talk about how podcasting has evolved since Daytime Confidential premiered and the difference between video and audio podcasting mediums. Larry shares his first memories about the podcast and meeting Luke, Jamey, Jillian and Regan in person on The Morning Jolt. Larry recounts how he started watching General Hospital and ABC soaps. He remembers the many eras of GH and weighs in on the current state of the show. The lens he watches GH through is different than a lot of soap fans. He gives his take on the character of Willow and remembers an encounter he had with Cameron Mathison on the street in NYC before he moved to the UK. He talks about the evolution of Carly Corinthos and remembers when Jackie Zeman debuted on GH.  Do the storylines on soaps take too long or do they need to be shorter? He reveals whether or not he's watched Beyond the Gates. Keep up with Larry Flick on Instagram and Bluesky! Check out #NewMusicMoves on Spotify! All this and more on the latest Daytime Confidential podcast! Bluesky: @DCConfidential, LukeKerr, JillianBowe, Josh Baldwin, and Melodie Aikels. Facebook: Daytime Confidential Subscribe to Daytime Confidential on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify.

On episode 1173 of Daytime Confidential, Luke Kerr, Joshua Baldwin and Melodie Aikels dish the latest Beyond the Gates, The Bold and the Beautiful, Days of Our Lives, General Hospital and The Young and the Restless headlines and storylines.  The Articulettes take the stage on Beyond the Gates and deliver show-stopping performances. There's more than a little off stage drama too. However, why did the climatic episode for Anita's main storyline  have such abrupt scene editing and why did BTG cut from the amazing concert scenes to the most boring scenes ever of a fireman, nurse and fridge triangle? What is behind Kat's regret about having sex with Tomas? The DC co-hosts discuss multiple potential explanations.  Luna is ALIVE on The Bold and the Beautiful. We're happy because it means the talented Lisa Yamada will be on our screens, but can B&B come up with a good storyline for her?  Al Calderon is leaving Days of Our Lives. Why can't the Peacock soap lock down the talented young actors/actresses it casts? Susan returns to Salem and Stacy Haiduk has the co-hosts enjoying every moment. Johnny's trial kicks off with EJ vs. Belle as attorneys. The aftermath of Drew and Willow's botched wedding has been soapy goodness on General Hospital. Jason uncovers new information about Britt and goes to Anna. Erica Slezak teases the new character she'll introduce to Port Charles.  What is going on at The Young and the Restless storylines? Who would have thought that the France storyline would be more interesting than the post-France storyline? Amy finds out her don is dead. What is going on with this Daniel and Tessa chem-testing. Bryton James will cross over to BTG, bringing Beyond the Gates into the same universe as B&B and Y&R.  All this and more on the latest Daytime Confidential podcast! Bluesky: @DCConfidential, LukeKerr, JillianBowe, Josh Baldwin, and Melodie Aikels. Facebook: Daytime Confidential Subscribe to Daytime Confidential on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify.

This fall the Daytime Confidential podcast will kick off its 20th Season, so on this week's bonus episode Luke Kerr is joined by Regan Cellura for the first of a Daytime Confidential Reflections podcast series where Luke's joined by DC listener favorites and co-hosts to reflect on nearly twenty years of podcasting.  Listen as Regan shares her favorite Daytime Confidential podcast memories, including: laughing so hard while recording episodes, writing General Hospital spoilers for the site, the trip to New York City where she met Luke, Jamey Giddens and Jillian Bowe and how Jamey wouldn't take no for an answer to have her work a Paley Center red carpet when she was in California for a weekend.  The two then talk about how her active involvement in her nephew and nieces' lives changed her soap watching habits. They discuss the soap operas she's tuning in to every day. Even though she was a diehard Liz and Jason fan, she misses Kelly Monaco's Sam McCall. They discuss the difference between General Hospital today vs. the early Daytime Confidential days.  Beyond the Gates was Regan's "gateway drug" back into The Bold and the Beautiful because she caught a B&B episode after watching BTG and discovered Liam-portrayed by her beloved Scott Clifton-was having health problems. She shares the multiple reasons she keeps her watching B&B. All this and more on the latest Daytime Confidential podcast! Bluesky: @DCConfidential, LukeKerr, JillianBowe, Josh Baldwin, and Melodie Aikels. Facebook: Daytime Confidential Subscribe to Daytime Confidential on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify.

On episode 1171 of Daytime Confidential, Luke Kerr, Jillian Bowe, Joshua Baldwin and Melodie Aikels dish the latest Beyond the Gates, The Bold and the Beautiful, Days of Our Lives, General Hospital and The Young and the Restless headlines and storylines, including:  Nicole faces off with Bill on Beyond the Gates after she learns the full truth from Martin. Kat and Tomas hit the sheets.  The Bold and the Beautiful goes to Italy. Can Nick get Brooke back? Why is B&B making a point to celebrate 8 toe Sheila?  Days of Our Lives is renewed for two more seasons. Johnny's trial begins and his grandma Susan returns to Salem. Could Marlena be EJ's shooter?  Willow is the definition of a Karen on General Hospital. Curtis spills Nina and Drew's secret to Willow. Lucas rushes to save Marco from Sonny's wrath. Is Drew GH's version of Grant Harrison from Another World?  Is it time for a new headwriter at The Young and the Restless? In the wake of Y&R killing off Chance, whose legacy dates back to the show's early days. There was no reason to kill off Chance. All this and more on the latest Daytime Confidential podcast! Bluesky: @DCConfidential, LukeKerr, JillianBowe, Josh Baldwin, and Melodie Aikels. Facebook: Daytime Confidential Subscribe to Daytime Confidential on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify.  

On episode 1170 of Daytime Confidential, Luke Kerr, Jillian Bowe and Joshua Baldwin dish the latest Beyond the Gates, The Bold and the Beautiful, Days of Our Lives, General Hospital and The Young and the Restless headlines and storylines, including:  Soap opera and As the World Turns icon Eileen Fulton passes away.  Ron Carlivati has left the writing team at Beyond the Gates. Martin's big secret has finally been revealed, his husband and children were endangered and he worked with a crooked cop. What will the fallout be? Nicole found out Martin's secret but what will happen when she confronts Ted about his part in the coverup?  Liam has surgery on The Bold and the Beautiful. Is Luna really dead?  Holly and Ari are kidnapped on Days of Our Lives. EJ and Belle face off in the courtroom. Should DAYS explore Xander and Gabi's chemistry?  Tristan Rogers reveals to fans that he is being treated for cancer. Sasha flees Port Charles and joins Robert and Holly in Europe on General Hospital. Jason spots a Britt doppleganger. Dr. Obrecht returns to PC and IMMEDIATELY tells Nina that something is wrong with Willow. Marco is kidnapped.  Damian is murdered on The Young and the Restless, but who is the killer? Does anyone care? Should BTG snap up Jermaine Rivers? Kyle and Audra have always had chemistry, but Victor pimping her out to get Kyle out of his grandaughter's life is gross.  All this and more on the latest Daytime Confidential podcast! Bluesky: @DCConfidential, LukeKerr, JillianBowe, Josh Baldwin, and Melodie Aikels. Facebook: Daytime Confidential Subscribe to Daytime Confidential on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify.    

On episode 1169 of Daytime Confidential, Luke Kerr is joined by his friend Bryan, a lapsed soap fan who grew up watching soaps like The Young and the Restless and Days of Our Lives with his mom and grandma before watching Sunset Beach and Passions in adulthood. The two have a conversation about CBS's newest soap opera Beyond the Gates and how it hooked Bryan into watching soaps again. Bryan shares how he didn't like Dani at first before coming to love the character. He dives into the stories and characters that interest him most and what will keep him tuning in or might make him tune out. Has Beyond the Gates encouraged him to watch other CBS soaps? Would he tune in if another new soap premiered?  All this and more on the latest Daytime Confidential podcast! Bluesky: @DCConfidential, LukeKerr, JillianBowe, Josh Baldwin, and Melodie Aikels. Facebook: Daytime Confidential Subscribe to Daytime Confidential on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify.

On the latest Daytime Confidential podcast Luke Kerr, Jillian Bowe, Joshua Baldwin and Melodie Aikels react to the 52nd Annual Daytime Emmy Nominations.  From the new category "Outstanding Emerging Talent" to the biggest snubs, the Daytime Confidential crew dive into all the nomination drama surrounding the major Daytime Emmy soap opera categories: Supporting Actor, Supporting Actress, Lead Actor, Lead Actress and Outstanding Drama.  All this and more on the latest Daytime Confidential podcast! Bluesky: @DCConfidential, LukeKerr, JillianBowe, Josh Baldwin, and Melodie Aikels. Facebook: Daytime Confidential Subscribe to Daytime Confidential on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify.

On episode 1167 of Daytime Confidential, Luke Kerr, Joshua Baldwin and Melodie Aikels take stock of the first six months in soaps and reveal their Best and Worst of Soaps in 2025 So Far in the following categories: Best Couple Worst Couple   Best Storyline   Worst Storyline   Male Entertainer   Female Entertainer   Character that Needs to Die.    Who or what are your picks for the Best and Worst of Soaps in 2025 So Far? All this and more on the latest Daytime Confidential podcast! Bluesky: @DCConfidential, LukeKerr, JillianBowe, Josh Baldwin, and Melodie Aikels. Facebook: Daytime Confidential Subscribe to Daytime Confidential on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify.  

On episode 1166 of Daytime Confidential, Luke Kerr, Jillian Bowe, Joshua Baldwin and Melodie Aikels dish the latest Beyond the Gates, The Bold and the Beautiful, Days of Our Lives, General Hospital and The Young and the Restless headlines and storylines, including:  Leslie and Kat continue to face off on Beyond the Gates. Vanessa finds out about Doug's gambling addiction and Joey's plan to launder money. Bill has a health crisis. Is Luna being written like the character is going off screen on The Bold and the Beautiful? Is Sheila showing character growth? Luna goes after Steffy.  Jonathan Jackson is out at General Hospital. Kelly Thiebaud returns to GH. The Michael vs. Willow custody battle has all the drama, including a baby being born in the courtroom. BLQ confronts Lulu for her role in Giovanni finding out the truth at the Nurses' Ball.  Nikki's birthday bash on The Young and the Restless was a snore. A charm bracelet, a cake and a speech were Claire's big idea to convince Victor  she should be with Kyle? Kyle has a backup plan when Claire's plan doesn't work. Can Dumas just die already? We haven't even seen the character and we're tired of him.  All this and more on the latest Daytime Confidential podcast! Bluesky: @DCConfidential, LukeKerr, JillianBowe, Josh Baldwin, and Melodie Aikels. Facebook: Daytime Confidential Subscribe to Daytime Confidential on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify.

On episode 1165 of Daytime Confidential, Luke Kerr, Jillian Bowe and Joshua Baldwin dish the latest Beyond the Gates, The Bold and the Beautiful, Days of Our Lives, General Hospital and The Young and the Restless headlines and storylines, including:  Kat is Fairmont Crest's Chief Detective on Beyond the Gates. Leslie and Eva face off.  Carter and Hope get engaged on The Bold and the Beautiful. Is Sheila getting more than she bargained for with Luna?  The farewell to Drake Hogestyn and John Black begins on Days of Our Lives. Hope, Shawn-Douglas and Ciara wait to find out whether or not Bo will wake up. EJ wins the hospital's board vote.  Gio's world implodes at General Hospital's Nurses Ball. So many confrontations came out of the revelation. Michael returns to Port Charles and takes his kids back to the Q mansion.  Everyone in Genoa City gets an invitation to Dumas' party on The Young and the Restless. Who should Dumas be paired with? The DC crew thinks Chloe would make an excellent match for the elusive business man. Michael chooses Lauren over Victor.  All this and more on the latest Daytime Confidential podcast! Bluesky: @DCConfidential, LukeKerr, JillianBowe, Josh Baldwin, and Melodie Aikels. Facebook: Daytime Confidential Subscribe to Daytime Confidential on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify.

On episode 1164 of Daytime Confidential, Luke Kerr, Joshua Baldwin and Melodie Aikels are handing out their 90 Day Report Card for Beyond the Gates.  Three months in, Beyond the Gates has delivered a lot of drama and now it's time to grade the CBS soap in the following categories:  Standout Actor/Character   Surprise Standout Actor/Character   Overlooked Actor/Character   Worst Couple   Best Couple   Kill the Character Already (Don't waste time trying to fix)   Worst Storyline   Storyline that has potential but needs work   Best Storyline   Extra Credit / Demerits  All this and more on the latest Daytime Confidential podcast! Bluesky: @DCConfidential, LukeKerr, JillianBowe, Josh Baldwin, and Melodie Aikels. Facebook: Daytime Confidential Subscribe to Daytime Confidential on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify.

On episode 1162 of Daytime Confidential, Luke Kerr, Joshua Baldwin and Melodie AIkels count down their Top 5 Soap Moms.  These are the women who open their hearts and homes. The momma bears, caretakers, nurturers and bad asses whose family comes first.  All this and more on the latest Daytime Confidential podcast! Bluesky: @DCConfidential, LukeKerr, JillianBowe, Josh Baldwin, and Melodie Aikels. Facebook: Daytime Confidential Subscribe to Daytime Confidential on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify.

On episode 1161 of Daytime Confidential, Luke Kerr, Joshua Baldwin and Melodie AIkels count down their Top 5 Worst Soap Moms.  These are the women who have put their children through hell through their absence, manipulation, hate or lack of interest.  All this and more on the latest Daytime Confidential podcast! Bluesky: @DCConfidential, LukeKerr, JillianBowe, Josh Baldwin, and Melodie Aikels. Facebook: Daytime Confidential Subscribe to Daytime Confidential on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify.

On episode 1160 of Daytime Confidential, Luke Kerr, Jillian Bowe, Joshua Baldwin and Melodie AIkels dish the latest Beyond the Gates, The Bold and the Beautiful, Days of Our Lives, General Hospital and The Young and the Restless headlines and storylines, including:  Kat uncovers Leslie and Eva's connection on Beyond the Gates. Doug seeks help as Joey moves in on his wife Vanessa. The Dupree women sign karaoke.  The Forrester Creations fashion show is the backdrop for Brooke vs. Taylor. What illness does Liam actually have?  The fallout from Philip cheating Xander out of his birthright continues on Days of Our Lives. Maggie bids big at charity auction to save hosptial.  Lulu is being messy on General Hospital and BLQ is confronting her about it. Molly finds the commitmenet papers Alexis had drawn up to commit Kristina.  You know it's a slow week when the most exciting thing on The Young and the Restless is the Abbott manion "refresh" reveal.  All this and more on the latest Daytime Confidential podcast! Bluesky: @DCConfidential, LukeKerr, JillianBowe, Josh Baldwin, and Melodie Aikels. Facebook: Daytime Confidential Subscribe to Daytime Confidential on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify.

On episode 1159 of Daytime Confidential, Luke Kerr and Melodie Aikels dish the latest Beyond the Gates, The Bold and the Beautiful, Days of Our Lives, General Hospital and The Young and the Restless headlines and storylines, including:  Gayle King goes to the edge of space and the internet has thoughts.  Jason Vendryse joins Beyond the Gates in the recurring role as Kenny. Dani's blackouts/near blackouts continue. Tyrell is being bullied. Smitty is investigating influencers.  Spencer Pratt and Heidi Montag visit The Bold and the Beautiful for a Forrester fashion show. Shiela and Poppy throw down. Liam's "illness" storyline feels a lot like Eric's "illness" storyline.  Sami and Rafe have ex-sex on Days of Our Lives. Luke is in soap heaven at the Vivian and Sami reunion. Suspects about on Who Shot EJ.  Ava gets her money on General Hospital. Alexis is a terrible mother. Jordan "turns" on Laura and breaks up with Isaiah to go undercover. Who should Isaiah be paired with?  Lilian and Damian have it out on The Young and the Restless. Diane confronts Michael about Victor's motives. This week's Y&R feels like a calm before the storm.  All this and more on the latest Daytime Confidential podcast! Bluesky: @DCConfidential, LukeKerr, JillianBowe, Josh Baldwin, and Melodie Aikels. Facebook: Daytime Confidential Subscribe to Daytime Confidential on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify.

On episode 1158 of Daytime Confidential, Luke Kerr, Jillian Bowe and Joshua Baldwin dish the latest Beyond the Gates, The Bold and the Beautiful, Days of Our Lives, General Hospital and The Young and the Restless headlines and storylines, including:  A judge says Wendy Williams' career is done. The Bold and the Beautiful gets renewed for three years. Deacon goes all Cobra Kai on Carter over Hope. Jack Wagner returns to B&B. Beyond the Gates throws a fashion show. Dani is fired from the fashion show's charity and her parents ride to her rescue. Who should BTG cast as a social rival for Anita?  Sami returns to Salem on Days of Our Lives. The show pulls on so much DAYS history for her conversations with Belle, Jonny and talking to EJ in a coma. Vivian returns to Salem to cause problems for Philip, Kate and Xander.  Daniel Goddard joins General Hospital as a professor involved in storyline with Josslyn and Emma. Lucky covers for Kristina and Alexis is a terrible mother. Ava thinks she has Alexis cornered.  Martin goes down on The Young and the Restless, but now that the storyline is over does anyone think it made a lick of sense? Why won't Y&R let Michelle Stafford be "Phyllis"? Is Victor punching down by having Audra go after Kyle?  All this and more on the latest Daytime Confidential podcast! Bluesky: @DCConfidential, LukeKerr, JillianBowe, Josh Baldwin, and Melodie Aikels. Facebook: Daytime Confidential Subscribe to Daytime Confidential on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify.

On episode 1157 of Daytime Confidential, Luke Kerr, Jillian Bowe and Joshua Baldwin dish the latest Beyond the Gates, The Bold and the Beautiful, Days of Our Lives, General Hospital and The Young and the Restless headlines and storylines, including:  Bill and Liam face off on The Bold and the Beautiful. Naomi and Bill wage legal war on Beyond the Gates. Dani kisses Bill. Vanessa calls out Joey.  Tamara Braun leaves Days of Our Lives. Days will be added to Broadcasting and Cable's Hall of Fame. Who shot EJ? Sami and Vivian are back in the same week! Marlena comes face-to-face with Orpheus.  Ric and Elizabeth pull through after Kristina attempts to kill Ava on General Hospital. Will there be ramifications for Kristina, Lucky and Elizabeth? Should Ric and Ava go full-on Boris and Natasha on Port Charles? What is the secret behind Emma's NDA? Luke makes a confession about a controversial character.  Victor thinks Tucker is behind the Dumas mystery on The Young and the Restless. Traci believes Alan kidnapped Sharon and Phyllis. Who is the best crier in soap operas? Share your best crier in the comments! All this and more on the latest Daytime Confidential podcast! Bluesky: @DCConfidential, LukeKerr, JillianBowe, Josh Baldwin, and Melodie Aikels. Facebook: Daytime Confidential Subscribe to Daytime Confidential on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify.

On episode 1156 of Daytime Confidential, Luke Kerr, Jillian Bowe and Joshua Baldwin dish the latest Beyond the Gates, The Bold and the Beautiful, Days of Our Lives, General Hospital and The Young and the Restless headlines and storylines, including:  Hope lashes out on The Bold and the Beautiful. Did B&B undercut the Hope vs. Brooke scenes by making Hope apologize? Naomi vs. Bill and Naomi vs. Hayley is great soap opera on Beyond the Gates. Could Bill become for BTG what Adam Chandler became for All My Children? Luke thinks BTG should really milk BTG's proximity to Washington D.C. and real-life events with Bill's legal firm. Lobbying is big business for law firms orbiting D.C., could Bill become even more rich and powerful by ties him tighter into Washington D.C. legal power brokering? It's obvious Martin is being set up for a big fall, but will anyone care when he's such an unsympathetic character? Why is Martin trying to jump from a congressman straight to the presidency?  Janet Drucker retires from Days of Our Lives. Alex becomes part of the coverup surrounding Philip forging Victor's will. When Xander finds out the truth who will he be most angry at, Sara or Philip? Is this the storyline that turns Xander into the next Victor? The fallout from Tate telling Julie the truth of Little D.  General Hospital will pay tribute to Monica Quartermaine. Kristina faces off with Ava and then cuts the brake lines for the wrong car. What will happen when she learns she endangered the wrong person? Lulu vs. BLQ is also going strong. When Dante finds out the truth, who will he be angriest with: BLQ, Chase or Lulu? Mishael Morgan returns to The Young and the Restless. Who is Aristotle Dumas on Y&R? Luke makes a Wishful Casting for Ted King to fill the role. Traci goes to Jack about her suspicions surrounding Sharon and Phyllis' kidnapping. Phyllis is NOT happy about Billy teaming up with Aristotle to get Chancellor back. Could Aristotle wound Newman Enterprises.  All this and more on the latest Daytime Confidential podcast! Bluesky: @DCConfidential, LukeKerr, JillianBowe, Josh Baldwin, and Melodie Aikels. Facebook: Daytime Confidential Subscribe to Daytime Confidential on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify.

On episode 1155 of Daytime Confidential, Luke Kerr, Jillian Bowe and Joshua Baldwin dish the latest Beyond the Gates, The Bold and the Beautiful, Days of Our Lives, General Hospital and The Young and the Restless headlines and storylines, including:  Carter chooses Forrester over Hope on The Bold and the Beautiful. Beyond the Gates recasts its first major character, Dr. Ted Richardson, with Keith D. Robinson. The Eva vs. Kat rivalry is being threaded and nurtured wonderfully. Dani is blacking out from drinking. Will BTG introduce a viable leading male character to win Dani's heart after her "rebound" hookups with Andre end? Naomi gears up to take on her dad Bill in court.  The aftermath from EJ's secret being revealed ripples through Salem on Days of Our Lives. DAYS is leading up to a Who Shot EJ storyline, but who should the shooter be? Julie finds out the truth about who stole her heirloom necklace.  Daniel Cosgrove returns to soaps on General Hospital. GH's big storyline was Brennan hunting down Valentin for poisoning Carly. Robin's cure saves Carly's life. Do we really need to see Josslyn being trained by a Dex clone? Soaps love a good frenemy relationship and that's what we want to see with Tracy and Martin. We don't want to them in a romantic relationship.  We still can't figure out what Alan's motivation for kidnapping Phyllis and Sharon on The Young and the Restless. Why is Traci paired with such an evil character? Y&R feels like the writers are throwing spagetti against a wall to see what sticks. Was the whole point of the kidnapping for Y&R to see if a Sharon, Nick and Phyllis are still a viable triangle? All this and more on the latest Daytime Confidential podcast! Bluesky: @DCConfidential, LukeKerr, JillianBowe, Josh Baldwin, and Melodie Aikels. Facebook: Daytime Confidential Subscribe to Daytime Confidential on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify.

On episode 1054 of Daytime Confidential, Luke Kerr, Jillian Bowe, Joshua Baldwin and Melodie Aikels dish the latest Beyond the Gates, The Bold and the Beautiful, Days of Our Lives, General Hospital and The Young and the Restless headlines and storylines, including:  Eric and Ridge get Forester Creations back from Carter on The Bold and the Beautiful. Why does the storyline even matter? Beyond the Gates is rock solid in the ratings. Dani goes sideways AGAIN. Crazy Leslile almost crashes Nicole's award dinner. Can BTG just write the firefighter and nurse off and save the screentime for juicier characters?  Billy Flynn jumps from Days of Our Lives to The Young and the Restless. Johnny DiMera finds out what his father EJ did to Sami all those years ago. What will be the fallout from the revelation? Marlena and Steve search for answers about John.  Andrian Anchondo joins General Hospital as Marcus, a love interest for Lucas. Eva LaRue spills tea about Marco's backstory. Lulu reunites with Charlotte. BLQ's baby secret storyline gets even more twisted.  Why in the world did Y&R have Alan be revealed as Sharon and Phyllis' kidnapper? What was the point? Was this whole storyline just so Billy could rescue Phyllis and set up a Phyllis/Billy/Sally triangle.  All this and more on the latest Daytime Confidential podcast! Bluesky: @DCConfidential, LukeKerr, JillianBowe, Josh Baldwin, and Melodie Aikels. Facebook: Daytime Confidential Subscribe to Daytime Confidential on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify.

On episode 1053 of Daytime Confidential, Luke Kerr, Joshua Baldwin and Melodie Aikels dish the latest Beyond the Gates, The Bold and the Beautiful, Days of Our Lives, General Hospital and The Young and the Restless headlines and storylines, including:  Beyond the Gates bookends week 2 with Bill causing problems for Dani at the press conference and Bill having Dani arrested. Melodie Grades Week 1 of BTG before the trio dive into week 2. Kat vs. Eva is going to be a fun storyline. Kat gives Luke Blair Waldorf vibes and he needs Kat's version of Chuck to come to town. Martin and Smitty's relationship has two DCers scratching their heads. Can anyone explain why Andre is interested in such a boring character as Ashley. And speaking of boring, can anything be done to make Ashley and Derek more intersting?  Steffy finds out Luna is Finn's daughter on The Bold and the Beautiful. Is it time for Amber Moore to return to B&B?  Days of Our Lives begins its fairwell to Drake Hogestyn with the introduction of the John Black is MIA.  Johnny and Chanel's adoption plans go up in smoke. EJ and Pauline should take their comedy act on the road.  Gabi pulls a gun on EJ. Should DAYs pursue a Gabi/EJ/Belle triangle. Bryce Durfee joins General Hospital as a WSB agent. Why did the ABC soap get rid of Dex just to bring on a Dex clone in Vaughan? Lulu finds out BLQ had Dante's child and has kept it a secret. Why is Sidwell framing Alexis and who is he really working for?  Sharon and Phyllis continued to be trapped on The Young and the Restless. Melodie shares one theory about who their kidnapper might be. Audra and Holden have great chemistry, but could Damian's boss be the same person Billy is reporting to?   All this and more on the latest Daytime Confidential podcast! Bluesky: @DCConfidential, LukeKerr, JillianBowe, Josh Baldwin, and Melodie Aikels. Facebook: Daytime Confidential Subscribe to Daytime Confidential on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify.

On episode 1052 Daytime Confidential's Luke Kerr, Jillian Bowe, Joshua Baldwin and guest Regan Cellura celebrate the premiere of Beyond the Gates on CBS! They dig into the the first episode and discuss which characters jumped out at them, the sets, the storylines and the drama. They grade the first episode.  They then dive into the twists and turns from the remainder of the first week's storylines and episodes. Who ended up being their favorite character? Which storyline are they most invested in? When is the last time soap viewers saw a soap character in 2-3 different outfits in nearly every episode, like Dani got?  Beyond the Gates' first week ended with a literal bang and the DC crew can't wait to see what's in store.  All this and more on the latest Daytime Confidential podcast! Bluesky: @DCConfidential, LukeKerr, JillianBowe, Josh Baldwin, and Melodie Aikels. Facebook: Daytime Confidential Subscribe to Daytime Confidential on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify.

On episode 1151 of Daytime Confidential, Luke Kerr, Jillian Bowe and Joshua Baldwin dive into the latest Beyond the Gates, The Bold and the Beautiful, Days of Our Lives, General Hospital and The Young and the Restless headlines and storylines, including: CBS teases soap fans with snippets of Beyond the Gates' opening credits, scenes fromthe pilot and much more. Cady McClain and Jon Lindstrom join BTG. Jillian has tea from the NYC Paley Center event.  Steffy finds out more about Finn's past on The Bold and the Beautiful. Are Hope and Carter even interesting anymore?  Ava is rescued on Days of Our Lives. Belle and EJ are steaming up our screens, but so are Jada and Shawn. Who should Gabi be with, EJ or JJ? Hank Northrop joins DAYS. Cyrus is dead on General Hospital. Guy Wilson fills in as Lucky Spencer at the climax of the Cyrus serial killer storyline. Josslyn shoots Cyrus, but could now be a WSB agent? Does Joss have the temperament to be a superspy or is Brennan out of his mind?  Damian and Amy reconnect on The Young and the Restless. Christel Khalil holds her own opposite Eric Braeden and Melody Thomas Scott. Y&R wins this year's WGA award.  All this and more on the latest Daytime Confidential podcast! Bluesky: @DCConfidential, LukeKerr, JillianBowe, Josh Baldwin, and Melodie Aikels. Facebook: Daytime Confidential Subscribe to Daytime Confidential on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify.  

On episode 1150 of Daytime Confidential, Luke Kerr, Joshua Baldwin and Melodie Aikels dish the latest The Bold and the Beautiful, Days of Our Lives, General Hospital and The Young and the Restless storylines, including: Is it time to make Sheila a badass again on The Bold and the Beautiful? Poppy is a straight up groomer at this point. What did Don Diamont do to deserve this storyline?  It's a Body and Soul is Dead Party for Days of Our Lives. The hospital is on the brink of bankruptcy.  Rafe and Jada's wedding ceremony implodes. Will Joy end up pregnant? Jason is going to pretend to be the father of Sasha's baby on General Hospital. Should Carly and Tracy be the GH version of Stephanie vs. Brooke on classic B&B? Ava and Ric's kiss was so hot. Speaking of hot, we lost OG Brennan. What will Carly do if she ever finds out Brennan is manipulating Josslyn? The Carly and Nina alliance is very intriguing. Chase is shooting blanks, which forces Lois to try covering up the truth about Giovanni.  Why is The Young and the Restless having Victor talk so much about what will happen when he's gone? Jalapeno potato chips isn't drama.  What is going on with Sharon. In some scenes we're getting classic Sharon, but in others we're getting a weirdly bubbly Sharon.  All this and more on the latest Daytime Confidential podcast! Bluesky: @DCConfidential, LukeKerr, JillianBowe, Josh Baldwin, and Melodie Aikels. Facebook: Daytime Confidential Subscribe to Daytime Confidential on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify.

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On episode 1149 of Daytime Confidential, Luke Kerr, Jillian Bowe and Joshua Baldwin dish the latest Beyond the Gates, The Bold and the Beautiful, General Hospital and The Young and the Restless headlines, including: Beyond the Gates drops a new teaser. Drama continues to swirl around former daytime talk show host Wendy Williams as she fights for independence. Should Williams get Britney Spears' attorney? Poppy is a predator on The Bold and the Beautiful. B&B is playing fast and loose with history again. Did this story need to happen to give Sheila another grandchild?  The festivities for "Rafe" and Jada's wedding kick off in Salem on Days of Our Lives. Why is DAYS bringing back the Woman in White? What will Sami do when she finds out about Belle and EJ? Tracy Quartermaine faces down all of Port Charles on General Hospital. Cody thinks Jason is the baby daddy of Sasha's child. Alexis and Dante find out Sam was murdered.  The Newmans are straight up killers on The Young and the Restless as the family takes out Jordan and Ian. How is it that the stuff coming out of Ian's mouth were 100% true? Sharon is rescued and Daniel finds out the truth about Heather's murder.  All this and more on the latest Daytime Confidential podcast! Bluesky: @DCConfidential, LukeKerr, JillianBowe, Josh Baldwin, and Melodie Aikels. Facebook: Daytime Confidential Subscribe to Daytime Confidential on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify.

On episode 1148 of Daytime Confidential, Luke Kerr, Joshua Baldwin and Melodie Aikels count down their Top 5 MVPs of 2024 in Soaps.  All this and more on the latest Daytime Confidential podcast! Bluesky: @DCConfidential, LukeKerr, JillianBowe, Josh Baldwin, and Melodie Aikels. Facebook: Daytime Confidential Subscribe to Daytime Confidential on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify.