Soapy Hosted by Rebecca Budig and Greg Rikaart
Film, TV & Pop Culture
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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. New episodes every Tuesday.
Episodes
- Eileen Davidson's Enduring Superstardom
Eileen Davidson joins Rebecca Budig and Greg Rikaart on Soapy to discuss her career in daytime television, including her early years in Hollywood and experiences on multiple soap operas. She also shares insights into balancing her career a…
- The Rise of Daytime's Robert Scott Wilson
Robert Scott Wilson joins hosts Rebecca Budig and Greg Rikaart to discuss his unique path to stardom, including his beginnings on All My Children and his tenure on Days of our Lives. He shares his experiences from Boston to modeling on The…
- Brandon Claybon on Building Beyond the Gates Legacy
Actor Brandon Claybon joins hosts Rebecca Budig and Greg Rikaart to discuss his career journey and his role in the soap opera Beyond the Gates, including potential crossovers with The Young and the Restless.
- Melissa Claire Egan on Heart Condition & Friendships in Soap Community
Melissa Claire Egan joins hosts Rebecca Budig and Greg Rikaart to discuss her heart disease diagnosis, her career in the soap industry, and balancing motherhood with work. They also explore the strong friendships formed within the soap com…
- Joshua Morrow on Juggling Fatherhood & Soap Opera Success
Joshua Morrow joins Rebecca Budig and Greg Rikaart to discuss his experiences balancing fatherhood with his acting career on The Young and the Restless. He also shares stories about his past in a boy band and his time on the set of the soa…
- Donnell Turner on His First Decade at General Hospital
General Hospital star Donnell Turner joins hosts Rebecca Budig and Greg Rikaart to discuss his ten-year tenure on the show. Turner shares personal stories about his career path, workplace philosophy, and his commitment to mentorship and ch…
- Ron Carlivati on Building His Prolific Soap Career Creating Soap Characters & Plotlines
Head writer Ron Carlivati joins hosts Rebecca Budig and Greg Rikaart to discuss his career transition from law to soap opera writing. He reflects on his time working on shows like One Life to Live, General Hospital, and Days of Our Lives.
- Morgan Fairchild on her Prolific Career and Return to Bold & the Beautiful
Morgan Fairchild joins hosts Rebecca Budig and Greg Rikaart to discuss her career in television, film, and theater. She reflects on her rise to fame, soap opera work, activism during the AIDS crisis, and her podcast, "Two Bitches from Texa…
- Jackée Harry's Triumphant Return to Daytime and Enduring Hollywood Legacy
Actress Jackée Harry joins hosts Rebecca Budig and Greg Rikaart to discuss her return to the soap opera Days of Our Lives and her career journey from Broadway to Hollywood. She reflects on her rise to fame, past friendships, and profession…
- Donna Mills on her Knots Landing Resurgance, General Hospital Legacy, and New Podcast Fame
Donna Mills joins hosts Rebecca Budig and Greg Rikaart to discuss her career, including her time on Knots Landing, General Hospital, and her own podcast. She shares stories from her background in ballet and film, as well as the renewed int…
- Jonelle Allen on The Most Notorious Catfight in Soap History
Generations actress Jonelle Allen discusses her career, from her Broadway roles in Hair and Two Gentlemen of Verona to her transition between primetime and daytime television. She also shares memories of filming her iconic catfight with Vi…
- Peter Bergman on Soap Legacy, Navigating Hollywood, and Apple TV's Pluribus
In this episode of Soapy, actor Peter Bergman discusses his career in daytime television, including his time on All My Children and The Young and the Restless. He also shares his experiences navigating Hollywood and his role in the Apple T…
- Paul Telfer, Days of Our Lives
Days of Our Lives star Paul Telfer joins hosts Rebecca Budig and Greg Rikaart to discuss his career, handling rejection in Hollywood, and supporting his spouse. Telfer also shares stories regarding his childhood and his experience as a Pla…
- Rick Hearst on Balancing Family Life with Soap Stardom
General Hospital star Rick Hearst discusses his acting career, his journey to soap opera stardom, and his work on various soaps with hosts Rebecca Budig and Greg Rikaart. He also talks about balancing his career with family life and the po…
- Judy Blye Wilson on Casting Super Stars on All My Children
Casting director Judy Blye Wilson discusses her work on soap operas such as All My Children, One Life to Live, and Ryan's Hope. She talks about the actors she discovered during her career and shares behind-the-scenes stories with hosts Reb…
- James Reynolds, Days of Our Lives Legend
Soap opera icon James Reynolds joins hosts Rebecca Budig and Greg Rikaart to discuss his journey to Hollywood and his experiences navigating the entertainment industry. Reynolds also shares his perspective on addressing racial injustice an…
- Susan Lucci On Her New Memoire and a Possible Reboot of 'All My Children'
Susan Lucci discusses her memoir, 'La Lucci', and shares insights into the finale of 'All My Children' and the potential for a reboot with hosts Rebecca Budig and Greg Rikaart on the Soapy podcast.
- Soap Icon Michelle Stafford on Paving Her Own Path in Hollywood, Business, and Parenthood
Michelle Stafford of The Young and the Restless discusses her career, motherhood, and entrepreneurial work with hosts Rebecca Budig and Greg Rikaart. She shares her experiences with early career challenges, skincare, and creating her own m…
- Michele Val Jean & Jeresa Featherstone: The Powerhouses Behind Beyond the Gates
Michele Val Jean and Jeresa Featherstone join hosts Rebecca Budig and Greg Rikaart to discuss the creation and styling of Beyond the Gates. They cover Val Jean's career journey and Featherstone's approach to costume design.
- John McCook, The Bold and the Beautiful, On Succeeding in Hollywood, Partying with Elvis Presley, and Meeting Walt Disney
Veteran actor John McCook, known for The Bold and the Beautiful, joins hosts Rebecca Budig and Greg Rikaart. McCook shares anecdotes about his career, including moving to Hollywood, encounters with Elvis Presley and Walt Disney, and workin…
- General Hospital's Mark Teschner on Successfully Casting Soap Operas
Casting director Mark Teschner discusses the process of casting for General Hospital with hosts Rebecca Budig and Greg Rikaart. He shares insights on how actors can stand out in auditions and how he advocates for talent to executives.
- Kelly Ripa on Her Meteoric Rise from 'All My Children' to 'Live'
Kelly Ripa discusses her career trajectory, including her time on 'All My Children,' the creation of 'Live,' and balancing her professional life with motherhood. She also touches on meeting her husband, Mark Consuelos, and the gender pay g…
- Suzanne Rogers on her Record-Breaking "Days of our Lives" Career, the Rockettes, and Broadway
Legendary "Days of Our Lives" star Suzanne Rogers shares her experiences as a Rockette at 17 and working on Broadway. She also details the support she received from her "Days of Our Lives" family during health scares and cancer treatments.
- Renée Elise Goldsberry on Her Documentary 'Satisfied' and Getting Her Start on 'One Life to Live.' | S2 Ep 3
Renée Elise Goldsberry joins hosts Rebecca Budig and Greg Rikaart to discuss her documentary 'Satisfied.' She shares insights on balancing her career with parenthood and reflects on how her role in 'One Life to Live' paved the way for her…
- SOAPY SEASON 2 EPISODE 2 | LISA YAMADA AND CHRISTIAN WEISSMANN ON NAVIGATING SOAP STARDOM AT A YOUNG AGE
Lisa Yamada and Christian Weissmann of 'The Bold and the Beautiful' join hosts Rebecca Budig and Greg Rikaart to discuss their experiences with young stardom, balancing projects, and their personal journeys. They also touch on their lastin…
- SOAPY SEASON 2 EPISODE 1 | ANNALYNNE MCCORD GETS CANDID ABOUT HER LIFE AND EMMY-NOMINATED MOVE TO DAYS OF OUR LIVES
AnnaLynne McCord discusses her Emmy-nominated role on Days of Our Lives, iconic parts in Nip/Tuck and 90210, overcoming trauma, and her activism against human trafficking with hosts Rebecca Budig and Greg Rikaart.
- Eric Braeden’s Journey Nazi Germany to Hollywood
Eric Braeden shares his personal journey from childhood in Nazi Germany to his Hollywood career, discussing the effects on his family and societal progress. This episode features previously unreleased footage from Soapy.
- Origin Story: The Stars Reveal the Stories Behind Joining Soaps
In this Soapy: Extra, guests share their experiences joining their first soap operas and their initial days on set. Featured guests include Melody Thomas Scott, Cameron Mathison, Karla Mosley, and Deidre Hall.
- How the Soap World Rallied Around Christian LeBlanc During His Cancer Journey
Christian LeBlanc shares his experience of learning he had cancer, undergoing surgery, and recovering, highlighting how his soap opera family supported him through this difficult period. Co-stars Greg Rikaart and Tracey E. Bregman also sha…
- Cameron Mathison Dishes on Health, Soaps, and Inner Peace on Soapy
Cameron Mathison discusses his acting career with hosts Rebecca Budig and Greg Rikaart, covering his early days on "All My Children," his break from soaps, and his return to daytime television as Drew Cain on "General Hospital."
- Melody Thomas Scott Recounts Her Journey From Marnie to The Young and the Restless
Melody Thomas Scott joins hosts Rebecca Budig and Greg Rikaart on Soapy to discuss her acting journey, including how she was persuaded to take the role of Nikki Newman on The Young and the Restless and an anecdote about Clint Eastwood.
- Scott Clifton Reveals the Emmy Win He Has Mixed Feelings About on Soapy
On Soapy, Scott Clifton shared insights into playing Liam on The Bold and the Beautiful and his reasons for leaving General Hospital. He also revealed having mixed feelings about one of his Emmy wins.
- Karla Mosley, Beyond the Gates' Glamorously Messy Dani Dupree, Reveals All on Soapy
Karla Mosley joins hosts Rebecca Budig and Greg Rikaart to discuss her acting career, including her roles on Guiding Light, Beyond the Gates, and The Bold and the Beautiful as Maya Avant.
- Eva LaRue Discusses Her Storied Career and Reveals How the FBI Caught Her Stalker
Eva LaRue joins hosts Rebecca Budig and Greg Rikaart to discuss her television career, including roles on Santa Barbara, All My Children, General Hospital, and CSI: Miami. She also details her experience with a decade-long stalker and how…
- Tracey Bregman and Christian LeBlanc Discuss Playing Two of Soaps' Favorite Antagonists
On this episode of Soapy, hosts Rebecca Budig and Greg Rikaart welcome Tracey Bregman and Christian LeBlanc. They discuss their experiences playing antagonists, their beginnings in the industry, and share cherished memories.
- Marc Cherry Spills the Tea from The Golden Girls to Desperate Housewives
Marc Cherry, creator of Desperate Housewives, joins hosts Rebecca Budig and Greg Rikaart on Soapy. He shares details about his early soap opera viewing, an instance of receiving hate mail related to The Golden Girls, and the profound effec…
- Lawrence Saint-Victor & Heather Tom Dish Being Multi-Hyphenates on The Bold and the Beautiful
Hosts Rebecca Budig and Greg Rikaart welcomed Lawrence Saint-Victor and Heather Tom from The Bold and the Beautiful. They discussed their experiences as multi-hyphenates, managing their work, and dealing with dismissive attitudes towards s…
- General Hospital's Maurice Benard Reveals His Struggles Along the Path to Soap Stardom
Maurice Benard discusses his journey in daytime television, from his start on All My Children to his experiences at General Hospital, and how his mental health has influenced his career.
- Lauralee Bell Discusses Her Career on Soaps
Rebecca Budig and Greg Rikaart interview Lauralee Bell about her career on The Young and the Restless, the storylines written by her father, William J. Bell, and opportunities with other soaps.
- Sheila Ducksworth Takes Soapy Beyond the Gates
Sheila Ducksworth discusses her career path, rise in the entertainment industry, the challenges of launching a new soap opera, and the actresses who connected her with creator Michele Val Jean.
- Daytime Legend Deidre Hall Discusses Her Career on Soapy
Deidre Hall discusses her career on soaps, including her role as Marlena Evans on Days of our Lives, and her personal life on the podcast Soapy with hosts Rebecca Budig and Greg Rikaart.
- Rebecca Budig and Greg Rikaart Welcome Eric Braeden to Soapy
In the first episode of the podcast Soapy, hosts Rebecca Budig and Greg Rikaart interview Eric Braeden, the actor known for his role as Victor Newman on The Young and the Restless.
- Introducing Soapy
Rebecca Budig and Greg Rikaart host 'Introducing Soapy,' a podcast exploring the world of TV soaps. They share behind-the-scenes secrets and insider stories from actors, writers, and producers within the industry.