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About the News Archives
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It's impossible to keep up with all of the twists and turns from the world of soaps. Luckily, Soap Central has done it for you. Our News Archive has a listing of every news story ever posted on our site.
Every episode of Soap Central Live is archived so that you can listen to it again at any time. If you're a newer listener, you can browse some of our past shows to catch up with actors or topics that you may have missed. Or if you're a long-time listener, maybe you just want to hear a show again.
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To access shows from other years, please see the Show Archive links below this text to access a specific year. Or to view a listing of all years for which archived shows are available, simply click here.
January 6, 2012
A look back at the memorable guests, fascinating stories, and unforgettable moments on Soap Central Live's second year. Soap Central Live airs Fridays at 6PM Eastern/3PM Pacific.
January 13, 2012
Celebrating 43 years of One Life to Live with special interviews, memories, and more. Soap Central Live airs Fridays at 6PM Eastern/3PM Pacific.
January 13, 2012
As River Ridge broadcasts its first episode, the cast and crew of the series visits SCL to tell fans what they can expect in the season ahead.
January 20, 2012
Honoring All My Children's Bianca Montgomery with Christina Bennett Lind and Eden Riegel. Soap Central Live airs Fridays at 6PM Eastern/3PM Pacific.
January 27, 2012
An hour of calls from One Life to Live fans sharing their favorite memories, storylines, and more. Soap Central Live airs Fridays at 6PM Eastern/3PM Pacific.
February 3, 2012
A look into the world of web series -- the challenge and the rewards, with the creators of Pretty, Anacostia, and more. Soap Central Live airs Fridays at 6PM Eastern/3PM Pacific.
February 10, 2012
An hour of fan calls to discuss the latest daytime happenings and the hottest romances of all time. With special guest, AMC's Chrishell Stause. Soap Central Live airs Fridays at 6PM Eastern/3PM Pacific.
February 17, 2012
Do you have a question about your favorite soap past or present? This week on SCL, you can ask the Soap Experts and finally get an answer! Richard Simms, the executive editor of Soaps In Depth magazine, and syndicated soap columnist Lynda Hirsch join host Dan J Kroll for a roundtable discussion. Soap Central Live airs Fridays at 6PM Eastern/3PM Pacific.
March 2, 2012
General Hospital's Jackie Zeman returns for her third annual on-air birthday celebration -- and talks soaps, takes calls from fans, offers advice, and more! Soap Central Live airs Fridays at 6PM Eastern/3PM Pacific.
March 9, 2012
Soap fans always have something to talk about, and this week the phone lines are open for fans to call in and talk with host Dan J Kroll. Soap Central Live airs Fridays at 6PM Eastern/3PM Pacific. Call in and be part of the show, toll-free at 866.472.5788.
March 16, 2012
Soap vet Brian Gaskill talks about his most personal project to date, a collection of poetry called Make It Real. Soap Central Live airs Fridays at 6PM Eastern/3PM Pacific. Call in and be part of the show, toll-free at 866.472.5788.
March 23, 2012
General Hospital's Jen Lilley and actress Nia Peeples make their first visits to Soap Central Live to chat with fans and host Dan J Kroll. Soap Central Live airs Fridays at 6PM Eastern/3PM Pacific. Call in and be part of the show, toll-free at 866.472.5788.
March 30, 2012
What transformations do soaps need to undergo to stay relevant in this age of new media? Two experts offer their thoughts. Plus, General Hospital's Haley Pullos. Soap Central Live airs Fridays at 6PM Eastern/3PM Pacific. Call in and be part of the show, toll-free at 866.472.5788.
April 6, 2012
Robin Mattson talks about her big return to General Hospital and her incredible daytime career. Plus, author Alina Adams discusses the greatest moments in soap history. Soap Central Live airs Fridays at 6PM Eastern/3PM Pacific. Call in and be part of the show, toll-free at 866.472.5788.
April 13, 2012
Soap journalist Nelson Branco visits with the latest soap opera news and gossip, and to talk about his One Life to Live tribute book, Between Heaven and Hell. Plus, dishing all the latest soap news with soap fans. Soap Central Live airs Fridays at 6PM Eastern/3PM Pacific. Call in and be part of the show, toll-free at 866.472.5788.
April 20, 2012
What a difference a year makes: Looking at how your favorite soap has changed in the past 12 months. Soap Central Live airs Fridays at 6PM Eastern/3PM Pacific. Call in and be part of the show, toll-free at 866.472.5788.
May 4, 2012
It's an hour of live discussion about what's hot and what's not. Soap Central Live airs Fridays at 6PM Eastern/3PM Pacific. Call in and be part of the show, toll-free at 866.472.5788.
May 11, 2012
Daytime Emmys to be broadcast after all, and an hour of fan calls.
May 25, 2012
Daytime Emmys to be broadcast after all, and an hour of fan calls. Soap Central Live airs Fridays at 6PM Eastern/3PM Pacific. Call in and be part of the show, toll-free at 866.472.5788.
June 8, 2012
Comedian BD Freeman, and author Michael Maloney discusses his biography of Y&R/B&B creator William J. Bell.
June 15, 2012
Announcing this year's special Daytime Emmy correspondants. Plus, Daytime Confidential's Jamey Giddens and Jillian Bowe talk Emmy predictions.
June 22, 2012
Soaps In Depth's Richard Simms talks Emmy predictions and other Red Carpet-worthy gossip.
June 29, 2012
Catching up with All My Children vet Jill Larson, and One Life to Live.
July 13, 2012
Lisa LoCicero on soaps and science fiction.
July 20, 2012
A Hart to heart conversation with All My Children vet Alicia Minshew.
July 27, 2012
Robin Mattson returns to SCL to talk about her GH stories and to take calls from fans.
August 3, 2012
Terri Ivens reveals how to get a soap star to visit you in your hometown. Plus, Y&R fans share their thoughts on the behind-the-scenes changes.
August 10, 2012
It's a special kick-off party for the second season of the award-winning web series, Fumbling thru the Pieces.
August 24, 2012
All My Children vet Walt Willey talks about his new project, the life of 'Wild Bill' Hickok.
August 31, 2012
An hour of your calls to discuss all the behind-the-scenes casting changes on your favorite soaps.
September 14, 2013
An hour of unscripted radio to kick off the improvisational soap opera, Scandal Crest.
September 21, 2012
Remembering three canceled soaps, and the life of John Ingle.
October 12, 2012
The first-ever soap debate, with Soaps In Depth's Richard Simms and soapcentral.com's Dan J Kroll.
October 19, 2012
DAYS star Peggy McCay reflect on 30 years of playing Caroline Brady, and the return of soapcentral.com columnist Lynda Hirsch.
November 2, 2012
It's your turn to get in on the Soap Debate. What do you think of the hot-button issues of the day?
November 9, 2012
The phone lines are open once again for you to call in and talk about what's hot and what's not on your favorite soaps.
November 16, 2012
General Hospital's Julie Berman on Lulu and Better Buddies, her eco-friendly pet company. Plus, kicking off the holiday season with a gift giveaway!
November 30, 2012
Guiding Light vet Karla Mosley. Plus, GL and All My Children fave Jordi Vilasuso!
December 7, 2012
All My Children's Kate Collins makes a very special appearance on Soap Central Live to talk about Natalie, Janet, Oakhaven recreational activities, and more!
December 14, 2012
As the World Turns' Van Hansis discusses his new web series, EastSiders. Then, Marlena de Lacroix talks about the big newa of the year gone by!
December 21, 2012
A look back at the best stories, characters, and news of 2012, featuring interviews with your favorite soapcentral.com Two Scoops columnists. Soap Central Live airs Fridays at 6PM Eastern/3PM Pacific. Share your picks for the Best of 2012 at 267.341.7627, and your comments may be part of the show. Listen at https://www.soapcentral.com/scl
December 28, 2012
A look back at the stories, characters, news stories that ended up as the worst of 2012, featuring interviews with your soapcentral.com's Two Scoops columnists. Listen at https://www.soapcentral.com/scl
