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Join Rebecca Budig (The Bold and the Beautiful) and Greg Rikaart (Days of Our Lives) as they delve into the captivating world of TV soaps. Discover behind-the-scenes secrets and insider stories from a diverse array of actors, writers, and producers, revealing the magic behind the characters, plots, and the industry itself.
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- 3 weeks ago45 min
The Holiday Magic of Daytime Prince Josh Swickard
Josh Swickard joins hosts Rebecca Budig and Greg Rikaart. The General Hospital star tells us about his childhood in rural Illinois as the son of a preacher. Josh describes his early days in Hollywood and how he landed in soaps. The beloved actor also tells us how his prolific holiday movie career got started, what it's like working side-by-side with his wife, and what to expect next from their Christmas Canon. Josh also tells us about his move to a farm. SOAPY is a weekly love letter to and celebration of the Soap Industry, hosted by Soap royalty Rebecca Budig and Greg Rikaart. Enjoy the podcast on CBS's YouTube channel, on the free Audacy app, and wherever you get your podcasts.
- Aug 18, 20261h 7m
The Enduring Sex Appeal of Don Diamont
Don Diamont joins hosts Rebecca Budig and Greg Rikaart. The daytime icon and Playgirl cover model shares revealing details about his unlikely path to stardom. The Bold and the Beautiful star tells us how he initially landed work on soap operas after modeling in Europe and New York. Don reflects on playing a leading man on CBS daytime for over 40 years. He also talks about the importance of family and relationships in his daily life. Don also talks about how he's learned to manage challenges and disappointments to maintain his successful tenure. SOAPY is a weekly love letter to and celebration of the Soap Industry, hosted by Soap royalty Rebecca Budig and Greg Rikaart. Enjoy the podcast on CBS's YouTube channel, on the free Audacy app, and wherever you get your podcasts.
- Aug 11, 202652 min
Soap Icon in the Making: Cherie Jimenez
Cherie Jimenez joins hosts Rebecca Budig and Greg Rikaart. The Days of Our Lives star shares never before heard details about her unlikely path to soaps via high fashion photo shoots and prestigious acting experiences at the Sundance Institute. Cherie is candid about the housing challenges she and her family faced when she was a child in New York, and how they survived thanks to the kindness of friends. The seasoned actor also tells us how she managed backlash from some fans after being cast on Days. SOAPY is a weekly love letter to and celebration of the Soap Industry, hosted by Soap royalty Rebecca Budig and Greg Rikaart. Enjoy the podcast on CBS's YouTube channel, on the free Audacy app, and wherever you get your podcasts.
- Aug 4, 202647 min
The Making of Soap Hunk Billy Flynn
Billy Flynn joins hosts Rebecca Budig and Greg Rikaart. The beloved soap star talks about his move to The Young and the Restless from Days of Our Lives. Billy tells us about his unorthodox path to stardom after working as a financial analyst, and then living on a boat. He is also forthcoming about his road to recovery from addiction. SOAPY is a weekly love letter to and celebration of the Soap Industry, hosted by Soap royalty Rebecca Budig and Greg Rikaart. Enjoy the podcast on CBS's YouTube channel, on the free Audacy app, and wherever you get your podcasts.
- Jul 28, 202652 min
Bold Newcomers Sydney Bullock & Brayan Nicoletti
Sydney Bullock and Brayan Nicoletti join hosts Rebecca Budig and Greg Rikaart. The two new Bold and the Beautful stars talk about their recent moves into soap operas. Sydney opens up about she managed to pursue and build her acting credits starting out as a child actor in Kentucky. She also reveals how she managed some challenging times when she moved to Los Angeles. Brayan talks about his mother's love of Spanish-language soap operas. He also tells us about his work ethic. SOAPY is a weekly love letter to and celebration of the Soap Industry, hosted by Soap royalty Rebecca Budig and Greg Rikaart. Enjoy the podcast on CBS's YouTube channel, on the free Audacy app, and wherever you get your podcasts.
- Jul 21, 202650 min
Soap Princess and Video Game Icon Emily O'Brien
Emily O'Brien joins hosts Rebecca Budig and Greg Rikaart. The Days of Our Lives star tells us about her eclectic journey on Days and The Young and the Restless. Emily also tells us about her proflic career as an actress and voice on many of the world's most popular video games. Emily shares how she stumbled into being the first-ever test subject for digital technology used in films like Avatar. The Daytime Emmy-nominated actress also reveals how she landed her first jobs in Hollywood just as it felt like she may have to beg her parents for money. SOAPY is a weekly love letter to and celebration of the Soap Industry, hosted by Soap royalty Rebecca Budig and Greg Rikaart. Enjoy the podcast on CBS's YouTube channel, on the free Audacy app, and wherever you get your podcasts.
- Jul 7, 202647 min
Soap Opera Kingmaker Brad Bell
Brad Bell joins hosts Rebecca Budig and Greg Rikaart. The legendary producer and writer shares intimate details about growing up in the ruling family of soap operas. The Bold and the Beautiful showrunner tells us about managing the must-see soap and where he finds inspiration for its groundbreaking storylines. Brad also tells about the new projects in the works at B&B, including the program's innovative app, an upcoming documentary, and a potential new series in the reality television and vertical spaces. SOAPY is a weekly love letter to the Soap Industry, hosted by Soap royalty Rebecca Budig and Greg Rikaart. Enjoy the podcast on CBS's YouTube channel, on the free Audacy app, and wherever you get your podcasts.
- Jun 30, 202656 min
Nancy Lee Grahn's Soap Box
Nancy Lee Grahn joins hosts Rebecca Budig and Greg Rikaart. The decorated soap opera icon opens up about the highs and lows of her decades-long career. Nancy reveals how her colleagues and networks have always stepped up to support her. The Daytime Emmy-winner also talks about the challenges she's faced in her personal life. SOAPY is a weekly love letter to the Soap Industry, hosted by Soap royalty Rebecca Budig and Greg Rikaart. Enjoy the podcast on CBS's YouTube channel, on the free Audacy app, and wherever you get your podcasts.
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Join Rebecca Budig (The Bold and the Beautiful) and Greg Rikaart (Days of Our Lives) as they delve into the captivating world of TV soaps. Discover behind-the-scenes secrets and insider stories from a diverse array of actors, writers, and producers, revealing the magic behind the characters, plots, and the industry itself.
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