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This week on Inside Soap’s Soap Scoop, Laura-Jayne and Johnny unpack a huge, twist-heavy week across EastEnders, Coronation Street and Emmerdale — featuring steamy affairs, shocking deaths, flash-forwards and major moral dilemmas. EastEnders: We go behind the scenes of Inside Soap’s exclusive Valentine’s photo shoot with EastEnders stars James Farrar (Zack), Alice Haig (Vicki) and Alex Walkinshaw (Ross). With love triangles heating up, we debate whether Vicki should choose Zack or Ross — and whether history is repeating itself in Walford. Plus, Anthony’s funeral raises big questions about Jasmine, Chrissie Watts, and who we’re meant to sympathise with… Coronation Street: Another flash-forward is coming — this time to April, where Betsy discovers a dead body on the cobbles. We break down the growing suspect list, including Theo, Megan, Becky, Maggie, and Carl Webster. With secret cameras, hidden affairs, pregnancy twists and long-buried secrets, who’s in the most danger — and who deserves soap justice? Emmerdale: Moira remains behind bars for double murder, Bear is charged with manslaughter, and Laurel faces a huge dilemma over Ray’s hidden cash. Should she hand it in, help Marlon and Rona — or disappear on holiday? We also praise Joshua Richards’ powerful performance as Bear and ask whether prison is really the right outcome for him. Packed with theories, humour, nostalgia and spoilers, this episode is essential listening for fans of EastEnders, Coronation Street and Emmerdale. ⏱️ Chapter List 00:00 – Intro: Valentine’s week & soap spoilers ahead 00:08 – EastEnders Valentine’s photo shoot preview 02:27 – Vicki, Zack or Ross? Love triangle debate begins 03:13 – The Sharon problem: history repeating itself? 04:28 – Could this affair end in tragedy? 05:29 – Ross’s proposal vs Zack’s temptation 06:27 – Behind the scenes of the steamy kitchen scenes 07:41 – Why the affair still has fans talking 08:47 – Anthony’s funeral & Jasmine’s arrest 09:38 – Is Jasmine victim or villain? 10:56 – Anthony’s shocking behaviour revisited 12:20 – Patrick’s heartbreak & missing sons 14:00 – Chrissie Watts’ secrets & possible prison return 15:15 – Nicola & George’s gender reveal — it’s a girl 16:19 – Why the missing baby in the flash-forward is worrying 17:32 – Missing the Knights behind the Vic 18:16 – George’s future in Walford 20:03 – Coronation Street flash-forward explained 20:31 – Betsy finds a body — who could be dead? 20:58 – Theo’s potential comeuppance 21:55 – Megan, pregnancy & Sam’s secret camera 22:52 – Why secret cameras are a soap classic 25:20 – Maggie Driscoll’s violent past resurfaces 26:27 – Becky still not out of the picture 27:16 – Could Carl Webster be the victim? 29:45 – Debbie’s dementia story praised 31:30 – New Corrie prison bully revealed 32:09 – Emmerdale: Moira, Bear & manslaughter fallout 32:51 – Laurel’s moral dilemma over Ray’s cash 34:11 – How did Ray bury Celia so quickly? 36:08 – Soap justice vs real justice for Moira 36:53 – Why Bear deserves awards recognition 38:23 – Final thoughts & sign-off Inside Soap is Britain’s only soap magazine, bringing readers every story, every secret, every week from shows such as such as Coronation Street, EastEnders, Emmerdale, Hollyoaks, Casualty and Neighbours. Grab a copy of the mag on Tuesdays, and head to www.digitalspy.com/soaps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Inside Soap podcast, Johnny sits down with Shebz Miah, who plays fan-favourite Kammy in Emmerdale, for an in-depth and exclusive chat about the character’s whirlwind first year in the Dales — and what’s coming next in 2026. Shebz opens up about: 🔥 How he “wooed” the producers in his Emmerdale audition 💥 Kammy’s early backlash — and why fans have now fallen in love with him ❤️ His close on-screen relationships with Sarah, Vinny, and Ross Barton 🤝 Why Kammy’s bond with Vinny was a turning point for the character 🧠 The big tease: Kammy’s past and family history will finally be explored 💔 Why there’s tragedy behind Kammy’s smile 💘 Romance rumours, fan “ships” and who Kammy could fall for next. Vinny or Charity? 👔 Future ambitions — from the garage to Caleb Milligan’s empire Shebz also praises working alongside Emmerdale legends Jeff Hordley (Cain Dingle) and Michael Parr (Ross Barton), reflects on learning on the job, and teases that his biggest acting challenge is still to come. If you’re an Emmerdale fan — or you love behind-the-scenes insight from rising soap stars — this is an episode not to miss. ⏱️ Chapter List 00:00 – Intro: Johnny introduces Shebz Miah 00:23 – Auditioning for Emmerdale & landing Kammy 01:20 – Screen tests, secret scripts & “wooing” the producers 03:33 – Improvised moments that won him the role 05:12 – Fan reaction: from scepticism to love 06:16 – Early backlash & stealing Sarah Dingle’s heart 06:32 – Settling into Emmerdale & cast support 07:19 – Joe-Warren Plant as Shebz’s on-set buddy 08:37 – Vinny & Kammy: the bromance fans love 09:13 – Why Vinny’s storyline changed everything 10:20 – Protecting Vinny & dealing with Lewis 11:07 – Is jealousy coming? Kammy’s loyalty explained 13:16 – Teasing Kammy’s mysterious past 13:47 – Big 2026 storyline confirmed 14:37 – The truth behind Kammy’s smile 16:06 – Romance rumours: Sarah, Vinny & fan ships 17:56 – “VAMI” or “KIMMY”? Fan ship names discussed 18:30 – Who could challenge Kammy romantically? 19:15 – Charity Dingle as a wildcard love interest 19:56 – Working with Jeff Hordley (Cain Dingle) 21:34 – Shebz’s biggest acting challenge so far 22:26 – Emotional scenes ahead for Kammy 23:14 – Filming new scenes with Ross Barton 24:18 – What job suits Kammy best in the village? 25:13 – From garage lad to Caleb Miligan’s empire? 26:38 – Kammy as wedding “entertainment” 😄 27:03 – Dream Corrie crossover characters 28:34 – Would Shebz be mates with Kammy in real life?   Inside Soap is Britain’s only soap magazine, bringing readers every story, every secret, every week from shows such as such as Coronation Street, EastEnders, Emmerdale, Hollyoaks, Casualty and Neighbours. Grab a copy of the mag on Tuesdays, and head to www.digitalspy.com/soaps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Inside Soap’s Soap Scoop, Laura-Jayne and Johnny dive into a huge week of drama across Coronation Street, Emmerdale and EastEnders — with villains plotting arson, feuding dynasties and shock kisses. Coronation Street Carl Webster sinks to new depths as he plots to burn down Debbie’s hotel — just as the truth about Debbie being his mum continues to reshape his behaviour. Is Carl heading for redemption… or total destruction? Plus, Lou Michaelis returns, this time as Debbie’s prison mate – and Swarla fans, don’t worry — Carla is planning a surprise for Lisa, but what could it be? Emmerdale A major power struggle is brewing as Sugden vs Tate continues. Joe tightens his grip on Robert, while Graham’s menacing return to Home Farm sparks darkly comic chaos with Kim. Is Emmerdale heading full Dallas/Dynasty with the Tates — and who else needs to move into Home Farm to complete the picture? EastEnders It’s nostalgia and shock as Jake Moon returns, reopening unfinished business from the mid-2000s — crossing paths with Phil Mitchell again. Meanwhile, Max and Linda grow closer and share a kiss, fuelling fresh speculation about the mysterious 2027 flash-forward wedding. Could Linda be the next Mrs Branning… or is it all a red herring? Packed with theories, humour, callbacks, and bold predictions, this episode is essential listening for fans of Corrie, Emmerdale and EastEnders. ⏱️ Chapter List 00:00 – Intro: Big week across the soaps 01:35 – Coronation Street shock: Carl plots to burn down Debbie’s restaurant 02:22 – Why Carl is everywhere in Corrie right now 02:54 – Debbie’s dementia & Carl’s fractured past explained 03:25 – Carl vs Theo: which villain do we root for? 04:20 – Jonathan Howard’s performance praised 05:28 – Will Carl get a redemption arc? 06:11 – Lou Michaelis returns — this time in prison with Debbie 07:09 – Corrie prison reunions: classic soap tradition 08:05 – Why Lou deserves a long-term return 09:38 – Would you want Lou as your cellmate? 10:47 – Swarla update: Carla plans a surprise for Lisa 11:21 – Theories: romance, revenge… or Becky shade? 12:29 – Is Carl involved in everything? 12:50 – Sugden vs Tate rivalry teased 13:30 – Robert under pressure from Joe Tate 14:38 – Robert vs schemer Joe 15:10 – Graham’s return to Home Farm —pure chaos 16:09 – Kim’s reaction: brandy, not fear 20:06 – Should Graham and Kim reunite? 23:12 – Who else needs to move into Home Farm? 23:54 – Jamie Tate comeback theories 24:44 – Emmerdale goes full Dallas/Dynasty 26:32 – EastEnders’ Jake Moon returns from the dead (sort of) 27:45 – Jake’s past with Phil & the Mitchells 28:13 – Where has Jake been all these years? 29:10 – Chrissie Watts mystery continues 30:26 – Max and Linda share a kiss 31:13 – Is Linda a future Mrs Branning? 32:57 – Flash-forward clues and final theories 33:50 – Outro & teaser for upcoming guest interview Inside Soap is Britain’s only soap magazine, bringing readers every story, every secret, every week from shows such as such as Coronation Street, EastEnders, Emmerdale, Hollyoaks, Casualty and Neighbours. Grab a copy of the mag on Tuesdays, and head to www.digitalspy.com/soaps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Inside Soap’s Soap Scoop, Chloe sits down with Neighbours favourites Takaya Honda and Matt Wilson – better known to fans as David and Aaron – for an honest, funny and deeply emotional chat about life after Ramsay Street. From launching their new podcast Bin Night, to watching the Neighbours finale, grieving David’s death, and navigating Aaron’s farewell, Tak and Matt open up about what it really felt like to say goodbye to a show – and characters – that changed their lives. They reflect on the intense fan reaction, the strange reality of watching your on-screen husband move on, and why leaving Neighbours felt “like a breakup”. Plus: behind-the-scenes stories from Ramsay Street, the Neighbours storylines they’d happily bin, Aaron’s most frustrating traits, Paul Robinson’s many sins, and the joy of working with their on-screen daughter Isla. Packed with humour, warmth, nostalgia and candid reflection, this is a must-listen for Neighbours fans – and anyone who’s ever struggled to let go of a show that felt like family. ⸻ CHAPTER LIST 00:00 – Intro: Neighbours icons Takaya Honda & Matt Wilson join Soap Scoop 00:08 – Meet Tak & Matt: David & Aaron reunite on Soap Scoop 00:26 – What is Bin Night? Inside Tak & Matt’s new podcast 01:50 – Filling the Neighbours-shaped hole with Bin Night 02:01 – Why is it called Bin Night? Ramsay Street secrets revealed 03:13 – How Tak & Matt watched the Neighbours finale 04:11 – Two finales, two goodbyes: how this ending felt different 05:41 – “It felt like a breakup”: saying goodbye to Neighbours 06:34 – Why Tak struggled to watch after David’s death 07:41 – Should David have returned as a ghost? 08:23 – Watching Aaron move on: jealousy, grief and weird emotions 09:01 – “Why are you with that guy?” fake grief gets very real 10:10 – The huge online reaction to David’s death 11:47 – Why David’s storyline hit so hard with fans 13:25 – Was David always meant to die? The original plan revealed 15:47 – Aaron’s exit: did Matt get proper closure? 18:20 – The impossible task of writing Aaron out without losing Isla 19:58 – Bin it! Tak’s least favourite Neighbours trope 20:21 – Paul Robinson: forgiven too easily? 22:17 – Matt’s most hated storyline (yes, that one) 23:24 – What would Tak & Matt change about David and Aaron? 26:06 – Aaron’s biggest flaw — and why fans still love him 26:48 – Who’s coming up on Bin Night? Neighbours legends teased 28:48 – The joy of working with Isla (and why she stole every scene) 30:28 – What interviewing castmates has taught them 32:04 – Ryan Moloney, Stefan Dennis & surprising Neighbours talents 34:02 – A message to Neighbours fans still in mourning 36:22 – Final thoughts: keeping the Neighbours community alive   Inside Soap is Britain’s only soap magazine, bringing readers every story, every secret, every week from shows such as such as Coronation Street, EastEnders, Emmerdale, Hollyoaks, Casualty and Neighbours. Grab a copy of the mag on Tuesdays, and head to www.digitalspy.com/soaps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Inside Soap’s Soap Scoop, Chloe and Johnny react to a huge week across the soaps — from the long-awaited Swarla (Carla & Lisa) reunion in Coronation Street, to devastating new diagnoses in Emmerdale, and emotional vows in EastEnders. Carla and Lisa are finally back together — but was the Swarla reunion too rushed? We break down the vomit-fuelled hotel scenes, missing angst, Tracy Barlow’s genius intervention, and whether unresolved trauma (kidnap, Becky, betrayal) is still bubbling under the surface. And with Debbie’s trial looming, could Carl finally be exposed? A massive week ahead as Cain Dingle is diagnosed with prostate cancer, while Moira faces being framed for double murder. We discuss Emmerdale’s upcoming special episode told from Cain’s point of view, whether inner monologue works in soap, and the promise of an intense future two-hander between Cain and Moira. Plus: Bear remains the key to Moira’s freedom — but where is he? Nigel and Julie prepare for an emotional vow renewal against the backdrop of Nigel’s dementia. We compare EastEnders’ intimate, relationship-led portrayal of dementia with Corrie’s more plot-driven approach, explore Phil’s hidden secret about the care home, and ask: could grief push Phil and Julie closer than expected? Packed with theories, humour, and heartfelt discussion, this episode is essential listening for fans of Coronation Street, Emmerdale, and EastEnders. Chapter List 00:00 – Intro: Big week across the soaps YouTube Chapter List 00:08 – Swarla reunion reaction begins 00:42 – Lisa’s hangover, vomit & humour in the reunion 01:41 – Drunk Lisa highlights & Corrie comedy moments 02:19 – Was there enough angst in the Swarla reunion? 02:53 – Has the Becky trauma been glossed over? 03:29 – Tracy Barlow’s reverse psychology masterclass 04:25 – Romance vs realism: did the reunion feel rushed? 05:22 – Wedding bells for Carla & Lisa? 05:53 – Meeting Lisa Swain’s mum? New family drama teased 06:32 – Chloe wants a proper blow-up, not another split 07:00 – Kidnap trauma vs empathy — unfinished Swarla business 07:37 – Why soaps need romance, not just murder 08:24 – Carla’s “knickers can’t let you down” wisdom 08:52 – Corrie returns to half-hour episodes 09:56 – Does the new format change pacing & storytelling? 10:43 – Tyrone vs Carl: missing build-up explained 11:41 – Carl’s Jedi-level manipulation skills 12:08 – Debbie’s trial teased: “Mother of All Secrets” 12:59 – Will Carl turn on Debbie or save her? 13:36 – Nigel & Julie’s vow renewal preview 14:52 – Dementia in Corrie vs EastEnders: two approaches 15:32 – Phil & Nigel’s friendship and emotional history 16:43 – Should Grant return for Nigel’s storyline? 17:31 – Phil banned from the wedding — why? 18:00 – The care home secret Phil is hiding 18:46 – Could grief bring Phil & Julie closer? 21:16 – Cain Dingle’s cancer diagnosis confirmed 22:26 – Moira framed for double murder 22:49 – Emmerdale’s Cain-centric special episode explained 23:30 – Do we want Cain’s inner thoughts on screen? 24:43 – Jeff Hordley & Natalie J. Robb’s huge upcoming scene 25:36 – Angst overload for Cain & Moira 26:31 – Why special episodes should stay special 27:20 – Peering inside Cain’s mind — exciting or too close? 28:11 – The teased 10–15-minute Cain & Moira scene 29:17 – Lockdown callbacks & past Emmerdale two-handers 30:27 – Charity’s dad directing Cain’s episode? 31:16 – Bear as the key to saving Moira 32:23 – Where is Bear hiding? 33:05 – Final thoughts: big weeks ahead & viewer reactions Inside Soap is Britain’s only soap magazine, bringing readers every story, every secret, every week from shows such as such as Coronation Street, EastEnders, Emmerdale, Hollyoaks, Casualty and Neighbours. Grab a copy of the mag on Tuesdays, and head to www.digitalspy.com/soaps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s a Soap Scoop special as Chloe and Johnny react to one of Emmerdale’s most shocking weeks ever. After weeks of twists, trauma and theories, the truth is finally out — Bear killed Ray. In this spoiler-filled deep dive, we unpack: *The reveal that shocked viewers — and why Bear was the right choice *The psychological fallout for Bear after his captivity and brainwashing *Graham’s jaw-dropping return from the dead (again!) — tea-making skills intact *Emotional callbacks to Donna through Ross and April’s powerful scenes *Paddy’s hidden guilt and how much he really knew all along *Justice vs tragedy: did Ray deserve redemption — or death? We also break down Emmerdale’s murder week and look ahead to the huge consequences for Bear, Paddy, Dylan, Laurel and Arthur. Plus, we pay tribute to Joe Absolom’s unforgettable performance as Ray, one of Emmerdale’s darkest and most complex villains in years. If you love Emmerdale, murder mysteries, soap twists and passionate fan theories — this episode is essential listening. [Chapter list] 00:00 – Intro: Emmerdale’s shock week reaction 00:29 – Two returns from the dead: Graham & Bear 00:52 – The whodunit reveal: Bear killed Ray 01:34 – Murder on the Orient Express theories explained 02:05 – Why Graham shouldn’t have been the killer 03:18 – Soap justice vs real justice: was Bear the right choice? 04:27 – The psychological impact on Bear 05:15 – Bear’s “death” fake-out: were we fooled? 06:13 – Graham’s resurrection explained (sort of…) 07:28 – Graham’s backstory & timey-wimey confusion 08:25 – Why Rhona shouldn’t forgive Graham 09:23 – Near-miss reunion: Graham & Joe 10:43 – Ross, April & Donna callbacks 12:02 – Paddy & Dylan: standout performances 13:09 – Paddy’s terror and moral breaking point 14:11 – Arthur’s dark turn and shocking behaviour 16:02 – Is Arthur heading down a dangerous path? 17:38 – Soap kids growing up & long-term storytelling 18:21 – Ray’s “I’ve had a shocker of a day” meme moment 19:00 – Paddy knew all along — clues revisited 20:24 – Paddy’s guilt and becoming “the cleaner” 21:35 – Why this ending opens more storylines 23:01 – Rhona, Graham & Marlon: love, temptation & reality 25:01 – Kim, Graham & Joe: the trio we’ve never seen together 26:28 – Why Graham doesn’t belong in village life 27:36 – Paddy, Marlon & Rona need a break 28:27 – Listener theories & correct guesses shout-out 29:24 – Farewell Ray: praising Joe Absolom 30:42 – Could Ray ever have been redeemed? 31:10 – Final thoughts & what happens next Inside Soap is Britain’s only soap magazine, bringing readers every story, every secret, every week from shows such as such as Coronation Street, EastEnders, Emmerdale, Hollyoaks, Casualty and Neighbours. Grab a copy of the mag on Tuesdays, and head to www.digitalspy.com/soaps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Soap Scoop – the Inside Soap podcast, Chloe and Johnny dive head-first into a dramatic start to the year.   In Emmerdale, the pressure is on as the Who Killed Ray? whodunnit reaches its climax. With flashbacks, shifting timelines and a shock return from Graham, the list of suspects keeps growing – from Laurel, Rhona and Marlon to Ross, April and beyond. Is the killer hiding in plain sight… or is Emmerdale about to deliver its biggest curveball yet?   Over in EastEnders, the pair unpack the huge return of Mark Fowler Jr, his Mitchell-Fowler legacy, and what his arrival really means. They also break down the explosive flash-forward mysteries: Who is the bride? Whose baby is Jack raising? And could an affair already be brewing?   Meanwhile in Coronation Street, a jaw-dropping revelation changes everything as Debbie Webster is revealed to be Carl’s mum. Chloe and Johnny explore how this secret could collide with Debbie’s dementia storyline – and what it means for Carl, Kevin and the entire Webster family.   Plus: crossover chat, fan theories, returning characters, emotional performances, and why January 2026 has already put the soaps on fire.   👉 Let us know your theories in the comments – who killed Ray, who’s the bride, and did you see the Debbie twist coming?   Don’t forget to like, subscribe and share with your soapy friends.   00:00 – Welcome to Soap Scoop  00:20 – Who Killed Ray? The Emmerdale Whodunnit Begins  01:00 – Is Graham the Obvious Red Herring?  02:10 – Jai Sharma: Soap Detective?  03:20 – Laurel, Ray and the Emotional Fallout  05:45 – How Is Graham Back From the Dead?  07:00 – Your Theories: Could It Be Multiple Killers?  08:00 – Soap Timelines, Flashbacks & ‘Smell-o-Vision’  09:35 – Should Corrie & Emmerdale Do Another Crossover?  12:45 – Mark Fowler Jr Returns to EastEnders  15:00 – EastEnders Flash-Forward Explained  17:00 – Affair Vibes? Lauren, Peter and Mark  19:00 – The Baby Mystery & Broken Ankle Theories  21:40 – Who Is the Bride?  27:40 – Coronation Street Shock: Debbie Is Carl’s Mum  30:10 – Dementia, Secrets & the Websters’ Future  32:10 – Was Debbie Really to Blame?  33:10 – Final Thoughts & What’s Next    Inside Soap is Britain’s only soap magazine, bringing readers every story, every secret, every week from shows such as such as Coronation Street, EastEnders, Emmerdale, Hollyoaks, Casualty and Neighbours. Grab a copy of the mag on Tuesdays, and head to www.digitalspy.com/soaps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back to Soap Scoop, the Inside Soap podcast 🎙️ In this bumper new episode, Chloe and Johnny dive deep into the explosive aftermath of Corriedale, the future of Swarla’s highly anticipated wedding, and Ravi Gulati’s disturbing breakdown in EastEnders.  We kick things off with an exclusive interview with Jacob Roberts, who plays DC Kit Green in Coronation Street. Jacob opens up about filming the Corrie–Emmerdale crossover, working with Cain Dingle, Kit’s dodgy moral compass, his relationships with Lisa Swain and Sarah Platt, and whether Kit will ever truly go straight.  Then it’s full soap speculation mode as we look ahead to 2026: From wedding theories and prison escape predictions to classic soap feuds and psychological fallout, this episode is packed with analysis, previews and bold predictions soap fans won’t want to miss.   👇 Get involved Tell us your predictions for 2026 in the comments, let us know your Swarla wedding theories, and don’t forget to like, subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode of Soap Scoop.   00:00 Welcome to Soap Scoop 00:08 What’s coming up: Corriedale, Swarla & Ravi 00:34 Exclusive interview begins: Jacob Roberts (Kit, Corrie) 01:07 Filming Corriedale & crossover chaos 01:42 Kit vs Cain Dingle & Emmerdale scenes 03:16 Carla, Becky & Kit’s role in the case 05:21 Could Kit return to Emmerdale? 05:54 Kit’s dodgy side vs hero moments 06:30 Swarla fans & Kit’s support of Carla and Lisa 07:28 Kit & Sarah Platt – trouble ahead? 08:33 Kit as a ladies’ man? 09:48 Stunts, explosions & Corriedale spectacle 10:52 Kit’s extended family & Dev as stepdad 13:05 Kit’s future, promotions & corruption 15:12 Will Kit ever stop being dodgy? 16:37 Interview wrap-up with Jacob Roberts 16:49 Corriedale fallout & crossover consequences 18:10 Swarla wedding predictions 19:01 Becky Swain – is she really gone? 20:13 Peter Barlow theory & Maggie Driscoll mystery 22:11 Could Peter Barlow destroy Swarla? 23:52 Betsy as a future Swarla threat 26:10 Lisa Swain’s detective comeback 27:42 Emmerdale: John Sugden’s death revealed 29:12 Tates vs Sugdens feud reignited 30:45 Joe Tate’s ruthless endgame 33:18 What happens next for Victoria Sugden? 34:01 EastEnders shock: Nish returns 35:27 Ravi’s breakdown & punishment debate 36:54 Can Ravi ever be redeemed? 38:33 Priya, the Panesars & 2026 predictions 39:11 Final thoughts & listener predictions   Inside Soap is Britain’s only soap magazine, bringing readers every story, every secret, every week from shows such as such as Coronation Street, EastEnders, Emmerdale, Hollyoaks, Casualty and Neighbours. Grab a copy of the mag on Tuesdays, and head to www.digitalspy.com/soaps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ITV’s biggest soap crossover ever has left fans reeling – and on this episode of Soap Scoop, Chloe Timms and Johnathon Hughes break down everything that happened in Corriedale.   From Graham’s jaw-dropping return from the dead to Billy’s devastating death, this episode delivers shock after shock. We unpack the fallout from the explosive crash, the mystery surrounding Jodie in the van, and what Becky’s dramatic arrest means for Lisa, Betsy and Carla.   Plus, we dive into the moments fans can’t stop talking about: Robron getting engaged again, Carl’s unforgivable betrayal of Debbie, Cain’s possible cancer diagnosis, and the historic meeting of Ken Barlow and Eric Pollard.   Is John really dead? Has Graham been hiding in plain sight? Will Theo ever be exposed for leaving Billy to die? And where do Corrie and Emmerdale go next after this game-changing crossover?   Share your theories in the comments – we want to know what you think happens next.   👍 Like, subscribe and join us next week for more Soap Scoop reactions, theories and deep dives. Chapter list   00:00 – Welcome & first reactions to Corriedale 01:45 – Why Corriedale felt like a soap “Avengers Assemble” 03:40 – Why the crossover location worked (and why it wasn’t gimmicky) 05:30 – Jai Sharma & Steve McDonald’s meta moment 08:55 – BIG TWIST: Graham returns from the dead 12:50 – What Graham’s return means for Joe & Home Farm 14:10 – Billy’s brutal fire death explained 17:30 – Theo’s guilt and the fallout for Todd & Summer 18:55 – Mystery woman Jodie in the van 19:15 – Swarla & Robron collide in the crash 21:05 – Is John really dead? 23:30 – Robron get engaged again 25:40 – Warm moments: Shona, Jacob & cross-soap connections 26:40 – Carl frames Debbie – is there any way back? 27:55 – Becky arrested: Lisa’s heroic handcuff moment 30:45 – Swarla aftermath & Betsy’s trauma 31:30 – Charity & Mackenzie: marriage on borrowed time? 33:40 – Cain’s possible cancer diagnosis 34:50 – Ken Barlow meets Eric Pollard (soap history!) 36:05 – Final thoughts & what comes next   Inside Soap is Britain’s only soap magazine, bringing readers every story, every secret, every week from shows such as such as Coronation Street, EastEnders, Emmerdale, Hollyoaks, Casualty and Neighbours. Grab a copy of the mag on Tuesdays, and head to www.digitalspy.com/soaps.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s the ultimate Soap Scoop end-of-year review as Chloe Timms and Johnathon Hughes look back at the biggest soap moments of 2025 across EastEnders, Coronation Street and Emmerdale.   From explosive anniversaries and jaw-dropping returns to heartbreaking deaths, unforgettable special episodes and surprise new favourites, the team revisit the storylines that shocked, moved and delighted soap fans this year. Expect deep dives into Robron’s dramatic reunion, EastEnders’ 40th anniversary, Corrie’s most powerful issue-led stories, and Emmerdale’s darkest villains yet.   The pair also reveal their favourite twists, funniest moments, standout performances, and the characters who deserve better in 2026 – plus plenty of laughs, passionate debate and soap superfan energy along the way.   👇 Join the conversation in the comments and tell us: • Your biggest shock of 2025 • Your funniest moment of 2025 • Your favourite special episode • Who became your new favourite character this year • Who you want to see shine in 2026   Don’t forget to like, subscribe and share for more Soap Scoop podcast episodes, soap spoilers, interviews and unmissable soap chat. Chapters:  00:00 Welcome to Soap Scoop: The 2025 Review 00:40 Early 2025 highlights: Suki & Eve, EastEnders’ 40th anniversary 01:20 Emmerdale’s limo crash & heartbreaking losses 02:30 Corrie shock: Mason’s stabbing and why it worked 04:50 Joe Tate’s kidney plot – bonkers or brilliant? 05:40 EastEnders anniversary chaos: live episode, deaths & drama 06:45 Lauren Branning’s standout year & Jimmy’s birth 09:00 Corrie’s powerful new dementia storyline for Debbie 12:40 Webster drama: Carl, Abi and shocking twists 13:40 Emmerdale’s huge spring: John revealed & Robron returns 16:00 New soap favourites: Oscar, Kammy and joyful energy 19:00 John Sugden: the bunker, the chase and the gorge 21:00 Weddings, returns and dead wives coming back 23:00 Carla, Lisa and the Becky reveal fallout 25:00 EastEnders’ hard-hitting Joel and Vicki storyline 27:30 Zoe Slater returns – nostalgia and impact 30:00 Late-year highlights: Kev, Robron and prison flashbacks 32:30 Charity’s chaotic pregnancy secret 33:40 Emmerdale’s darkest plot: trafficking, Ray & Celia 36:50 Favourite shock twist of 2025 38:15 Funniest soap moments of the year 39:40 Best special episode picks 41:30 Unexpected favourite characters 43:20 Characters who need a revamp in 2026 46:00 Final thoughts & goodbye to 2025 Inside Soap is Britain’s only soap magazine, bringing readers every story, every secret, every week from shows such as such as Coronation Street, EastEnders, Emmerdale, Hollyoaks, Casualty and Neighbours. Grab a copy of the mag on Tuesdays, and head to www.digitalspy.com/soaps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Relive the most iconic Christmas moments in soap history in this festive special of the Soap Scoop podcast from Inside Soap 🎄   In this Christmas extravaganza episode, ChloeTimms and Johnathon Hughes take a nostalgic deep dive into the soaps that defined festive TV, from EastEnders’ most explosive Christmas Day reveals to Coronation Street’s cosy community moments and Emmerdale’s bold, high-concept storytelling.   From Den and Angie’s “Happy Christmas, Ange” showdown to Stacey and Max’s affair reveal, the Archie Mitchell whodunnit, Trevor and Little Mo’s harrowing Christmas, and unforgettable Emmerdale moments like Tom King’s death and Tricia Dingle’s tragic final scenes, this episode explores why Christmas is the ultimate soap showdown. We discuss: Why Christmas became soap’s biggest storytelling moment The difference between EastEnders’ grit, Corrie’s warmth and Emmerdale’s risk-taking The best soap deaths, weddings and whodunnits at Christmas How festive episodes set up the biggest storylines for the year ahead Perfect listening if you love soap nostalgia, EastEnders Christmas episodes, Coronation Street history, Emmerdale drama, or festive TV traditions.   🎧 Subscribe for weekly soap chat 🧼 Read Inside Soap every week 🎄 Happy Christmas from Soap Scoop!   Chapter list (   00:00 – Welcome to Soap Scoop’s Christmas extravaganza 00:34 – EastEnders changes soap history: Den & Angie (1986) 03:51 – Why Christmas became the ultimate soap payoff 04:17 – EastEnders Christmas misery: turkeys, fights & paper hats 05:11 – Trevor Morgan & Little Mo: a harrowing festive storyline 07:36 – Coronation Street at Christmas: warmth, humour & community 08:56 – Hilda Ogden’s iconic Christmas goodbye 09:49 – Dev & Deirdre shock Corrie moment 11:42 – Ken & Deirdre, Wendy Crozier and the impact on Tracy Barlow 13:15 – Why soaps love killing characters at Christmas 14:04 – Archie Mitchell’s murder: the ultimate whodunnit 16:50 – The Six: EastEnders’ modern Christmas blockbuster 18:16 – Emmerdale Christmas shockers: Tom King’s death 20:02 – Tricia Dingle, the storm and Emmerdale spectacle 21:50 – Emmerdale’s experimental Christmas episodes 24:15 – Soap weddings on Christmas Day – why do they keep happening? 25:50 – Chas Dingle’s revenge wedding 26:16 – Little Mo & Billy’s wedding and Jamie Mitchell’s death 29:16 – Stacey & Max affair reveal: soap Christmas perfection 32:08 – Why secrets, reveals and payoff define soap Christmases 33:44 – What’s coming next: Christmas shaping the year ahead 33:52 – Thanks for listening & festive sign-off Inside Soap is Britain’s only soap magazine, bringing readers every story, every secret, every week from shows such as such as Coronation Street, EastEnders, Emmerdale, Hollyoaks, Casualty and Neighbours. Grab a copy of the mag on Tuesdays, and head to www.digitalspy.com/soaps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s a Daniel Brocklebank special! In this episode of Soap Scoop, Laura-Jayne is joined by Coronation Street favourite Daniel Brocklebank (Billy Mayhew) as he reflects on 11 unforgettable years on the cobbles — and reveals why he’s swapped Weatherfield for the stage.   Fresh from filming his final Corrie scenes, Daniel opens up about being thrown straight into the lead role of Young Frankenstein at the Liverpool Playhouse, with just five days of rehearsal, tap shoes, big musical numbers and barely a moment to breathe. He shares what it was really like leaving a job he loved, why the transition was so emotional, and how musical theatre has pushed him further than ever before.   Then we dive deep into Billy’s legacy… Daniel revisits the biggest twists of his time on the Street, from the shocking Susan Barlow revelation to Billy’s faith, flaws and fire. He speaks movingly about the MND storyline with Peter Ash, why it was so personal, and the impact it’s had on viewers and the wider MND community.   There’s also chat about Todd, Theo and coercive control, Billy’s instinct to protect the people he loves, the Corrie mementoes Daniel may have taken home (yes — including furniture), and why, after 32 years in the industry, he still sees himself as a jobbing actor.   Honest, funny and deeply heartfelt — this is Daniel Brocklebank reflecting on Billy Mayhew, his Corrie legacy, and what comes next.   LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and tell us in the comments: How should Billy be remembered?   ⸻   Chapters   00:00 – Intro: Daniel Brocklebank joins Soap Scoop 00:26 – Leaving Corrie and jumping straight into Young Frankenstein 01:10 – Tap shoes, five-day rehearsals & musical theatre chaos 02:07 – Opening night nerves and Corrie co-stars in the audience 03:12 – Saying goodbye to the Street without time to process it 04:20 – Driving away from Corrie for the final time 05:18 – Exhaustion, adrenaline and discovering new limits 06:44 – When it might finally hit that Billy is gone 07:56 – Corrie friends checking in and post-show recovery 08:49 – The soaps hat-trick (and why Hollyoaks is missing) 10:03 – Being a jobbing actor after 11 years on Corrie 12:16 – Corrie souvenirs Daniel took home (yes, really) 14:06 – 32 years in the industry and career highlights 15:38 – Who Billy Mayhew really was meant to be 16:47 – The Susan Barlow twist and Billy’s darker edge 18:52 – Playing a vicar with a temper 20:00 – Favourite Billy storylines 20:55 – The MND storyline: how it came about 22:14 – Why the story was deeply personal 24:11 – The impact on viewers and the MND community 24:46 – Billy and Paul: the love of his life? 26:53 – Todd, Theo and coercive control 28:19 – Would Billy save Todd if he could? 29:13 – Who replaces Billy as the Street’s moral compass? 30:33 – Young Frankenstein: where and how to book tickets 31:22 – What Daniel wants to do next 33:43 – Dogs, downtime and life beyond Corrie 34:15 – Billy Mayhew’s legacy 35:10 – Outro & Christmas wishes Inside Soap is Britain’s only soap magazine, bringing readers every story, every secret, every week from shows such as such as Coronation Street, EastEnders, Emmerdale, Hollyoaks, Casualty and Neighbours. Grab a copy of the mag on Tuesdays, and head to www.digitalspy.com/soaps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s a Bradley Riches takeover! In this latest episode of Soap Scoop, Laura-Jayne is joined by Emmerdale star Bradley Riches (Lewis) for an exclusive deep-dive into The Big Quiz: Corrie vs Emmerdale, his whirlwind first year in the Dales, and what’s coming next for Lewis in 2026. Bradley spills everything from mayhem on the The Big Quiz to how he nearly brought the team down with one (very confident) wrong answer, what Mark Charnock (Marlon) and Shebz Miah (Kammy) are really like as teammates, and Emmerdale’s strategy to keep their winning streak alive. He also teases the exclusive Corriedale preview, describing it as “epic… like a thriller.” Then we get into Emmerdale… How Lewis has changed his life, the fan reaction from autistic and neurodivergent viewers, his dream storylines (yes — Emma Barton flashbacks, Lewis discovering Kev is his dad, and a FULL CAFÉ MAKEOVER). Also, what kind of father-son dynamic he wants with Kev, why Lewis and Vinnie might be the next romance fans fall in love with, why Robert Sugden and Joe Tate might be on Lewis’ “enemy list” Plus: Lewis in overalls?! His new farming era begins, working with real animals (and a flying sheep), behind-the-scenes on his gorgeous Inside Soap Christmas photoshoot with Mike Parr and his favourite memories from Heartstopper This is one of Bradley’s funniest and most heartfelt interviews yet — a must-watch for Emmerdale fans. YouTube chapters 00:00 – Intro: Bradley Riches joins Soap Scoop 00:36 – Inside Soap Christmas photoshoot with Bradley & Mike Parr 00:52 – Bradley on joining The Big Quiz: Corrie vs Emmerdale 01:21 – Saying yes to everything: Mastermind, Big Quiz & chaos 01:58 – “I hit the buzzer… and it was wrong.” Bradley’s quiz disaster 02:28 – Team Emmerdale revealed: Lucy, Mark, Shebz & Bradley 02:52 – How the newbies stacked up against the veterans 03:29 – Emmerdale’s winning streak on the line 03:53 – Captains Mark Charnock vs Jack P. Shephard: Battle of the big brains 04:27 – How the teams prepared (Shebz did RESEARCH?!) 05:17 – Corrie’s weak link (in the nicest way possible) 06:16 – What the Big Quiz atmosphere was really like 06:29 – Corriedale exclusive teaser: Bradley’s first reaction 07:23 – Bradley on his whirlwind year in Emmerdale 08:26 – How Lewis and Nicola became the ultimate Café duo 09:44 – The fan response to Lewis’s arrival 10:14 – Autistic & neurodivergent viewers: Bradley on representation 11:02 – What it means to fans seeing Lewis on screen 12:01 – How Bradley builds Lewis compared to past roles 13:04 – If Kev returns… how should the Lewis/Kev storyline unfold? 14:30 – Bradley’s dream: A chaotic Kev–Ross–Nick–Lewis family dynamic 15:26 – The karaoke question: What would Kev & Lewis duet? 17:08 – Inside Soap’s fake Kev albums for Christmas No.1 (Feliz Lewis Dad!) 17:36 – Lewis’s iconic knitwear & costume secrets 18:46 – Lewis in overalls?! A new farming storyline begins 19:25 – Working with real animals (and the bouncing sheep) 20:36 – Why Emmerdale needs more fun farming 20:55 – Who would be Lewis’s perfect soap enemy? 21:26 – Robert Sugden sass & stolen weed grudges 22:10 – Why Joe Tate might also make the enemy list 22:22 – Fan request: Should Emma Barton return for Lewis? 23:33 – Bradley wants flashbacks, Kevin/Emma, and adoptive parents to appear 24:15 – Lewis & Vinny: budding romance or best friends? 26:02 – Kammy the third wheel… or fourth wheel? 26:34 – Bradley’s hopes for Lewis in 2026 27:26 – A chaotic Ross–Lewis storyline? 28:32 – Bradley’s BIG wish: A full café refurbishment 29:15 – Heartstopper memories: Paris, friendships & filming at 4am 30:12 – Outro: Celebrating Bradley’s year in Emmerdale Inside Soap is Britain’s only soap magazine, bringing readers every story, every secret, every week from shows such as such as Coronation Street, EastEnders, Emmerdale, Hollyoaks, Casualty and Neighbours. Grab a copy of the mag on Tuesdays, and head to www.digitalspy.com/soaps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s a huge festive edition of Soap Scoop, as Laura-Jayne and Chloe dive into all the exclusive Christmas spoilers from the brand-new Inside Soap magazine! We break down the festive plots across Coronation Street, Emmerdale, EastEnders, and Hollyoaks, including: Corrie: Becky’s balaclava chaos — bin fires, fake threats, and a desperate dash to Spain Kit’s investigation heats up as Carla vanishes Theories on Becky’s fate — will Corrie’s biggest villain survive Corriedale Huge Driscoll family drama & mystery attack on Christmas Day Debbie’s dazzling wedding + Carl’s secrets surface Emmerdale: Robron under attack — who is tormenting them? The return of John and Kev? Or both? Ray and Celia’s sinister storyline escalates — can Ray be redeemed Charity’s pregnancy secret ready to explode Why Corriedale will change everything EastEnders Pat and Barry are back! Ghosts of Christmas past return in Nigel’s special Zoe’s stalker storyline continues — but is the Max Branning flash-forward the big one? Who is Max marrying in 2027? Early theories fly! Like, subscribe and comment your theories — especially your predictions for Corriedale, Swarla, Robron and Max Branning’s mysterious future bride! Chapters 00:00 – Welcome to Christmas edition 00:57 – Coronation Street: Let’s talk Swarla 01:08 – Becky’s balaclava plan & fleeing to Spain 01:57 – Carla missing… is she really in Lanzarote? 02:30 – Becky starts a bin fire (literally!) 03:03 – Should Becky stay on the cobbles? 03:41 – Is Becky targeting Costello again? 04:14 – Is Lisa starting to twig? 05:30 – Fan rumours: Is Becky going to die in Corridale? 06:33 – Should Becky be killed off or imprisoned? 07:20 – Swarla fan dreams & the future of Carla & Lisa 08:03 – Inside the Vicky & Sydney Christmas photoshoot 08:55 – Corrie continues: The Driscolls’ dramatic Christmas 09:12 – Mystery Christmas Day attack 09:59 – Adam Barlow’s hat and mistaken-identity theories 10:42 – Defending Adam Barlow (again!) 11:01 – Who should Adam be paired with? 11:38 – Debbie’s wedding chaos 12:34 – Debbie’s dementia storyline & future 13:03 – Will Abi expose Carl & James? 14:16 – Corrie’s messy love triangles 15:04 – Emmerdale: Robron tormented by mystery attacker 15:29 – Is the stalker Ross, Kev, John… or all of them? 16:57 – Robert goes missing — Christmas in peril 17:46 – Why both Kev and John might return 18:40 – Corriedale speculation: Everyone will collide 19:39 – Celia & Ray: Christmas villains 20:37 – Ray threatens Rona — is he beyond redemption? 21:58 – Is Ray heading for a sacrificial death? 23:01 – Emmerdale’s gripping Christmas storytelling 23:22 – Corrie vs Emmerdale fandom crossover 24:01 – Charity’s baby bombshell — will Vanessa spill? 25:07 – How the secret could destroy Charity’s world 26:58 – Why Sarah/Jacob aren’t the point of the story 27:23 – Exclusive Ross & Lewis festive photoshoot 27:58 – EastEnders: Christmas chaos begins 28:09 – Pat & Barry return from beyond the grave 29:07 – The 90s Vic recreated in perfect detail 30:17 – Zoe’s stalker plot — time for the reveal? 30:33 – Max Branning returns: The 2027 flash-forward 31:31 – Who is Max marrying? Theories galore 32:40 – Flash-forwards done right (Hollyoaks throwback) 33:51 – BTS of EastEnders’ festive photoshoot 35:07 – Amy, Penny & Chelsea: 2025’s rising trio 36:21 – The Swarla shoot: Chaos, heart, and stolen moments 38:17 – What it takes to arrange Christmas soap shoots 38:52 – Why Corriedale will be event television 39:45 – Hollyoaks photoshoot with Pearl & Jack 41:24 – Memories of Jimmy McKenna singing Sinatra 41:35 – Outro: Like, subscribe & send us your Christmas soap theories! Inside Soap is Britain’s only soap magazine, bringing readers every story, every secret, every week. Grab a copy of the mag on Tuesdays, and head to www.digitalspy.com/soaps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back to Soap Scoop — the Inside Soap podcast bringing you the biggest soap spoilers, cast interviews and fan theories every week! In this episode, Laura-Jayne and Chloe sit down with Coronation Street’s Amy Cudden, who plays Becky Swain – currently one of the most controversial characters in Soapland. Amy reveals what it’s really like joining the Corrie family, going toe-to-toe with Ali King’s Carla Connor, and stepping right into the centre of the Swarlasphere! Then we move on to this week’s biggest Emmerdale and EastEnders drama — Kev’s chaos, Belle and Joe romance rumours, an explosive week for the April storyline, Lauren’s heartbreaking con-artist plot, and the Branning family gearing up for Max’s return. Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and hit the bell so you never miss the latest from Soap Scoop! YouTube chapters 00:00 – Intro: Welcome to Soap Scoop 00:09 – What’s coming up & exclusive Corrie clip 01:37 – Interview begins: Amy Cudden joins the pod 02:07 – Playing Becky Swain: Soap’s most controversial villain 02:56 – How Amy was cast and braced for Becky’s impact 03:46 – Returning from the dead: Becky’s huge entrance 04:21 – Could Amy ever be undercover in real life? 04:42 – Auditioning with Vicky Myers & Ali King 06:23 – Joining the Corrie family: kindness on set 07:08 – Playing a villain vs being loved off-screen 07:55 – Becky’s dark turn: Attempting to kill Costello 08:26 – How Amy approaches morally extreme characters 09:47 – Why Swarla works: the magic of Vicky & Ali 11:46 – Being the chaos agent in a beloved love story 12:45 – Big “baddie” moments vs grounded human moments 14:11 – Going toe-to-toe with Carla Connor 15:26 – Could Becky secretly fancy Carla?! 16:15 – Is a Swain flashback possible? 17:36 – The emotional complexity of Lisa’s storyline 18:09 – Christmas preview: Becky’s perfect-family obsession 19:03 – Should anyone else fear for their lives? 19:30 – Who will bring Becky down: Lisa or Kit? 21:11 – Becky and Betsy: love vs manipulation 22:08 – Is Becky a love-bomber? 22:32 – Corrie icons Amy wants Becky to face off with 23:11 – Working with David Neilson (and his dog!) 24:29 – Becky’s infamous coat and “charity shop chic” 26:25 – Becky’s endgame: reclaiming her family at any cost 27:48 – Amy’s reaction to the upcoming plot twist 28:26 – Can Swarla survive Becky’s destruction? 29:27 – Amy on joining Corrie long-term 30:47 – Does Becky deserve comeuppance or redemption? 31:15 – Fan reactions: the kindness behind the chaos 32:10 – Swarla fandom shout-outs 32:52 – Closing thoughts with Amy Cudden 33:25 – LJ & Chloe debrief on the interview 34:00 – Swarla breakup reaction 35:44 – Why the breakup might make them stronger 37:03 – Wild fan theories: Celia, trafficking & Corriedale 37:57 – Emmerdale: huge April storyline week 38:41 – Kev leaves the village… but will he return? 39:43 – Could Kev or John be the Christmas threat? 42:22 – Belle & Joe affair rumours 44:13 – Joe, Dawn, Belle and the Tate/Dingle dynamic 45:01 – EastEnders: Lauren & Ian vs the scam 46:43 – Elaine, Ian and the case for putting her back behind the bar 47:10 – The Branning return: Max and family dynamics 47:34 – Should Lauren share the truth with Peter? Inside Soap is Britain’s only soap magazine, bringing readers every story, every secret, every week from shows such as such as Coronation Street, EastEnders, Emmerdale, Hollyoaks, Casualty and Neighbours. Grab a copy of the mag on Tuesdays, and head to www.digitalspy.com/soaps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to this week’s Soap Scoop — your Inside Soap podcast for all the biggest soap spoilers, cast interviews and storyline theories! In today’s episode, Laura-Jayne Tyler and Johnathon Hughes dive into the brand-new Inside Soap Christmas Preview, with huge festive twists across Coronation Street, Emmerdale and EastEnders, and the Corriedale vote that could make TV history. We also break down the sinister Megan storyline in Corrie, the chaotic Christmas ahead for the Driscolls, Carla’s mysterious disappearance, and why Becky might be the most dangerous “Bad Santa” of all. Plus — who should win the Corriedale crossover vote? Charity & Carla? Roy & Nicola? Ross & Tracy? We debate them all! Then Chloe chats to 2025 BAFTA Breakthrough director Owen Tooth for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at EastEnders. Owen reveals how he shot the dramatic birth episode and how the VE-Day special came together. Hit LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and tell us your theories in the comments — we want to know who you think Max Branning could be marryingin 2027!   YouTube Chapter List 00:00 – Intro: Welcome to Soap Scoop 00:08 – Corrie preview: The truth behind Megan’s evil plan 02:32 – Interview chat: Beth Nixon and crafting a new villain 02:49 – Inside Soap’s legendary Christmas Preview lands 03:37 – Carla’s mysterious “holiday”: Is she missing? 04:25 – Becky’s dark plans and Corriedale theories 05:38 – The Corriedale Vote: Who should crossover? 06:12 – Charity & Carla, Tracy & Ross, Roy & Nicola – we pick favourites 08:00 – Why Carla & Charity might win it all 08:54 – The rise of Kev: Emmerdale’s karaoke king 10:12 – Could Kev stay in Emmerdale for longer? 12:13 – The chaos and charm of Kev’s character 13:12 – Kim Tate’s tough Christmas ahead 14:09 – Remembering last Christmas: Will’s death and Kim’s grief 14:50 – EastEnders bombshell: The 2027 flash-forward episode 15:23 – What does this mean for the missing 2026 New Year’s Day? 17:02 – Who could Max Branning be marrying? Tanya? Vanessa? Cindy? 18:31 – Could Stacey feature? Wild theories begin 20:20 – Flash-forward fan theories and chaos 21:01 – Listener shout-outs & how to contact us 21:15 – Interview: BAFTA-nominated EastEnders director Owen Tooth 22:01 – How Owen became a director 23:04 – Getting his first EastEnders block 24:12 – What it’s like on set at Albert Square 24:57 – What a director actually does on EastEnders 26:01 – Helping actors track emotions when filming out of order 27:44 – The pace of filming: 15 minutes of drama a day 28:53 – Directing Lauren’s birth & Cindy’s return 30:13 – Creating big-impact moments on screen 31:01 – Crafting the VE-Day special 32:55 – How much directors know about future storylines 34:29 – Bringing personal directing style to EastEnders 35:24 – Directing as a wheelchair user in the industry 37:16 – What needs to change for disabled creatives 37:27 – Owen’s BAFTA Breakthrough nomination 37:56 – Owen’s advice for future directors Inside Soap is Britain’s only soap magazine, bringing readers every story, every secret, every week from shows such as such as Coronation Street, EastEnders, Emmerdale, Hollyoaks, Casualty and Neighbours. Grab a copy of the mag on Tuesdays, and head to www.digitalspy.com/soaps.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Inside Soap’s Soap Scoop, it’s pure chaos and laughter as Hollyoaks legends Tamara Wall (Grace Black) and Gemma Bissix (Clare Devine) join Laura-Jayne Tyler and Johnathon Hughes for one of our funniest, most unfiltered interviews ever! Tamara and Gemma reflect on their explosive exits, Grace’s shocking fate, and Claire’s ultimate comeback. They share behind-the-scenes gossip from the 30th anniversary episodes, talk about their off-screen friendship (complete with pyjamas, Prosecco, and electric lunchboxes), and reveal the spin-off ideas they’d love to see – including a hilarious “Black Is The New Black” prison drama! Plus: the pair pitch their dream podcast, Tea & Bissix (or maybe Gem & Tam’s Electric Lunchbox), and reveal which BBC show they’d love to host next (watch out, Strictly Come Dancing!). Then, Laura-Jayne and Jonny dive into this week’s Soapland chaos: Emmerdale: Bear’s dark captivity and Ray’s sinister turn — can anyone stop Celia?Coronation Street: New Swarla theories! Is Kit undercover? What’s hidden in Ken Barlow’s sideboard? EastEnders: Cindy Beale’s survival streak continues — but who is Jasmine really? It’s 40 minutes of pure soap joy, nostalgia, and hilarious banter. YouTube Chapter List 00:00 – Intro | Welcome to Soap Scoop 00:09 – Tamara Wall & Gemma Bissix join the podcast! 00:35 – Reunited: Grace & Claire are back together (and staying the weekend!) 01:21 – Chaos at Gemma’s house: slides, injuries, and midnight gymnastics 02:17 – Plans for their next social media “reel” – hint: Dead Grace 02:45 – How their friendship grew behind the scenes 04:16 – Gemma’s “best friend” drama at the Inside Soap Awards 05:15 – Have they watched Hollyoaks since leaving? 05:56 – Where’s Grace’s funeral? Could she still be alive? 06:52 – Claire Devine’s prison storyline and ideas for a spin-off 07:37 – Pitching Black Is the New Black: The Grace & Claire prison comedy! 08:21 – Revisiting Grace’s controversial final storyline 10:43 – Murder, mayhem & redemption: Grace Black’s wildest moments 11:13 – Tamara’s favourite shoot – the infamous train scene 12:10 – Gemma on her “Death Becomes Her” Hollyoaks comeback 13:49 – Proud to be part of Hollyoaks’ 30th anniversary 14:09 – Could Tamara join EastEnders as a Mitchell? 15:12 – Gemma’s Barbara Windsor memories and mentorship 16:15 – Could they host the Inside Soap Awards again? 17:26 – The next dream gig: Strictly Come Dancing presenters? 18:09 – Alan Carr, The Traitors, and emotional TV moments 19:30 – Podcast plans: Tea & Bisks or Gem & Tam’s Electric Lunchbox 21:23 – Why they never argue – and why their partners are secretly relieved! 22:05 – Dream spin-offs: Cool Runnings, Pigeon Street, and truck-driving goals 23:43 – The now-famous electric lunchbox story 25:18 – Jonny pitches Gem & Tam’s Electric Lunchbox podcast 26:00 – Fans, friendship & festive plans together 26:53 – Farewell Grace & Claire – could they rise again?   Soap Round-Up with Laura-Jayne & Jonny 27:45 – Post-interview chaos: the “electric lunchbox” aftermath 28:37 – Emmerdale: Bear’s horror story and Eve’s discovery 32:21 – Why Joe Absolom is Emmerdale’s secret weapon 33:37 – Could Ray find redemption with Laurel? 34:03 – Coronation Street: Swarla theories & Joey’s brilliant fan comment 35:27 – What did Maggie see in Ken Barlow’s sideboard? 38:32 – EastEnders: Cindy Beale pushed again 40:03 – Who is mysterious Jasmine – Celia’s spy? 42:15 – Farewell Teddy – and the tragic loss of great knitwear 43:17 – Wrap-up & listener shoutouts Inside Soap is Britain’s only soap magazine, bringing readers every story, every secret, every week from shows such as such as Coronation Street, EastEnders, Emmerdale, Hollyoaks, Casualty and Neighbours. Grab a copy of the mag on Tuesdays, and head to www.digitalspy.com/soaps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Inside Soap’s Soap Scoop, we sit down with Todd Boyce, aka Coronation Street’s legendary villain Stephen Reid — to talk about life after the Weatherfield murders, his brand-new stage role in Possum Trot, and his memories from his unforgettable time on Corrie. Todd reveals: His favourite Stephen Reid “kill” (yes, there’s a ranking!) How Coronation Street boosted his stage career and confidence What he kept from the set — including that iconic brown jacket The real story behind Stephen’s final scenes with Jenny Why he’s grateful to the fans who “loved to hate” him Then, hosts Laura-Jayne Tyler and Chloe Timms dive into this week’s biggest soap gossip and theories: Coronation Street: Becky’s manipulative return, the Swarla (Carla & Lisa) fallout, and how far she’ll go to destroy their relationship — is Ryan her next target? Emmerdale: Bear’s shocking standalone episode, Celia and Ray’s villainy, and the debate over whether we actually like Kev (even though he’s a bit unhinged). EastEnders: Where on earth is Linda Carter’s cruise taking her — and who will she face when she finally returns to Walford? [chapter list] 00:00 – Intro | Welcome to Soap Scoop 00:08 – Todd Boyce joins the podcast 00:40 – Introducing Possum Trot: Todd’s new stage role 02:17 – Playing a gentler character after Coronation Street 02:56 – How it feels to swap serial killing for theatre work 03:34 – Returning to live theatre and learning lines again 05:00 – Performing to live audiences & immediate reactions 05:43 – Life after Stephen Reid: being recognised as a Corrie killer 06:34 – From villain to opportunity: how Corrie changed Todd’s career 06:45 – Remembering Stephen’s near misses and “almost caught” moments 07:24 – Todd’s favourite Stephen Reid kills revealed 08:05 – What mementos Todd took from the Coronation Street set 08:54 – How much of the storyline did Todd know in advance? 10:39 – Working with Corrie’s writers & keeping it authentic 11:11 – Winning Inside Soap’s Best Villain award 11:25 – Could Stephen Reid have survived? Todd reveals all 12:18 – Working with Sally Ann Matthews (Jenny) and building chemistry 13:17 – Staying in touch with Corrie castmates 14:00 – The one character Todd would’ve loved Stephen to kill 15:20 – Where to see Possum Trot live 15:33 – Farewell from Todd Boyce Soap Round-Up with Laura-Jayne & Chloe 16:03 – Villains galore across all soaps this week 16:23 – Corrie: Becky vs Costello – who’s the real villain? 17:09 – Lisa’s blind spot and Becky’s manipulations 18:21 – Is Becky planning to seduce Lisa? 20:02 – Could Lisa and Carla split? Swarla theories and chaos ahead 20:18 – Ryan’s tan 20:57 – Emmerdale: Bear’s shocking standalone episode 21:25 – Ray’s cruelty exposed & fan reactions 22:36 – Celia and Ray: why we love to hate the villains 23:27 – Kev’s lies exposed! Why fans are torn over him 24:19 – Kev’s manipulation of Robert — how dark will it get? 25:12 – Karaoke, guns, and lemon drizzle 26:48 – EastEnders: Linda Carter’s endless cruise mystery 27:51 – Where will Linda live when she returns? 28:00 – Could a familiar face be waiting for her in Walford? 28:30 – How to get involved & share your soap theories Inside Soap is Britain’s only soap magazine, bringing readers every story, every secret, every week from shows such as such as Coronation Street, EastEnders, Emmerdale, Hollyoaks, Casualty and Neighbours. Grab a copy of the mag on Tuesdays, and head to www.digitalspy.com/soaps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week’s episode of Inside Soap’s Soap Scoop podcast, Michael Parr joins Laura-Jayne Tyler to talk all about his Emmerdale comeback as Ross Barton. Michael opens up about returning to the Dales after five years, Ross’ hilarious new energy, and the emotional layers behind his storyline with Charity Dingle, Mack, and April. He reveals the original plan for Ross’ character (you’ll never guess what name he was first given!), his hopes for more Corrie x Emmerdale crossovers, and why comedy has been such a surprise joy this time around. Plus, Laura-Jayne and Chloe Timms break down all the latest from across Soapland: 🌾 Emmerdale: April’s shocking standalone episode, Celia’s evil plan, and the rise of “Emmerdale’s Avengers.” 🏘️ Coronation Street: Carla vs. Becky in the Rovers, Swarla tension heats up, and David & Shona face heartbreak in a special episode. 💋 EastEnders: Calls for a Slater flashback episode – and why fans can’t stop talking about Hollyoaks icon Claire Devine’s explosive exit! 🎧 It’s a packed show full of exclusive behind-the-scenes chat, soap secrets, and fan theories — the ultimate weekly fix for soap lovers! 00:00 – Intro | Welcome to Soap Scoop | Exclusive Emmerdale clip 00:12 – Michael Parr joins the podcast 00:25 – Returning to Emmerdale as Ross Barton 00:50 – How Ross has changed since his first stint 01:23 – Finding the comedy in Ross’ comeback 02:15 – Why Ross is still a lovable rogue 02:25 – Michael reveals Ross’ original name — and why it changed 03:14 – Joining the Barton family & memories of early days 04:05 – Working with Bill Ward, Joe Gill, and Anthony Quinlan 05:10 – Emmerdale x Corrie crossover dream — soaps unite! 06:25 – Ross & Charity: the twist nobody saw coming 07:44 – Could Debbie Dingle return? Michael shares his thoughts 08:40 – Ross vs. Charity vs. Debbie – potential chaos ahead 09:08 – On-screen chemistry with Emma Atkins 10:20 – Charity’s forged DNA results: how will Ross react? 11:07 – The Ross & Mack bromance — friends or frenemies? 12:05 – Ross’s first real friendship & his lonely past 12:46 – Ross & Manpreet’s unexpected spark 14:02 – Returning after 5 years away — nerves & excitement 15:37 – Comedy moments: Gabby’s dressing gown & the karaoke fun 17:21 – Working with Claire King & life at Home Farm 18:04 – Ross and April’s bond – and a potential emotional storyline ahead 19:38 – Working with Joe Absolom & the new villains 20:36 – Ross vs. Celia – brains vs. brawn showdown? 21:29 – “Emmerdale’s Avengers”: assembling the Dales’ best characters 22:41 – What’s next for Ross heading into Christmas 23:19 – Ross, Lewis, and Vinnie – brotherly dynamics 24:29 – Behind-the-scenes life & post-baby reflections 25:50 – The state of British soaps: why fans still love them 27:01 – Streaming numbers, ratings & soap survival 28:24 – Thank you Michael Parr! Soap Round-Up with Laura-Jayne & Chloe: 28:25 – Why we love Michael Parr & Ross’ comeback 29:03 – Emmerdale’s sinister turn: Celia’s shocking threat 30:11 – Spoiler! April and Marlon’s standalone episode twist 33:12 – Are there too many special episodes in Emmerdale? 34:14 – Coronation Street: David & Shona’s heartbreaking storyline 37:13 – Carla vs. Becky: Swarla drama at the Rovers 40:01 – Is Becky misunderstood? The villain debate 41:34 – Who will Becky target next — Roy or Ryan? 42:32 – EastEnders: calls for a Slater flashback special 44:07 – Hollyoaks: farewell to Claire Devine (Gemma Bissix tribute) 46:17 – Why fans secretly fancy Ray in Emmerdale? 47:26 – Wrap-up & teaser for next week’s Soap Scoop Inside Soap is Britain’s only soap magazine, bringing readers every story, every secret, every week from shows such as such as Coronation Street, EastEnders, Emmerdale, Hollyoaks, Casualty and Neighbours. Grab a copy of the mag on Tuesdays, and head to www.digitalspy.com/soaps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Soap Scoop, Chloe Timms chats with the wonderful Jodie Prenger — who plays Coronation Street’s Glenda Shuttleworth. Jodie opens up about Glenda’s karaoke antics, her friendships behind the bar, life working alongside Tony Maudsley and Catherine Tyldesley, and what fans can expect as The Driscolls shake up life at the Rovers Return. Jodie also teases upcoming Corrie Christmas drama, her dream on-screen romance, and how she channels the strong northern women who inspired Glenda. Expect laughs, behind-the-scenes stories, and plenty of love for Corrie’s queen of karaoke! Then, hosts Chloe Timms and Johnathon Hughes dive into all the latest from Coronation Street, Emmerdale, and EastEnders: 🎤 Corrie: The Driscolls’ explosive arrival, Glenda’s future, and new family secrets. ❤️ Emmerdale: Kerry and Jai — unexpected love or ticking time bomb? 👶 EastEnders: Suki and Eve’s emotional adoption journey and what Eve’s mysterious mum means for their future. It’s a mix of heartfelt interviews, fun predictions, and a few cheeky fan theories — the perfect weekly soap fix! Chapter list 00:00 – Intro | Welcome to Soap Scoop 00:08 – Chloe previews today’s show: Jodie Prenger interview + soap round-up 01:49 – Jodie Prenger joins Soap Scoop | Talking all things Glenda Shuttleworth 02:07 – Life behind the bar at the Rovers | Karaoke, chaos & comedy 02:45 – Working with Tony Maudsley (George Shuttleworth) 03:30 – The Driscolls arrive | Is Glenda’s job in danger? 04:02 – Glenda’s first impressions of the new family 04:34 – Friendship with Catherine Tyldesley (Eva) & working together again 05:17 – Glenda’s bar crew: the “Glevers” trio explained 05:54 – How the Rovers should be run – and Glenda’s clashes ahead 06:28 – On-set laughter and behind-the-scenes fun 07:17 – Will there be more karaoke? Jodie spills the secrets 08:12 – The famous microphone scene & pub comedy moments 08:29 – Glenda as a true Coronation Street matriarch 09:17 – Female friendships on the cobbles & strong Corrie women 09:50 – Glenda’s feud with Christina | Protecting George 10:32 – What’s ahead for Glenda at Christmas – festive teasers 11:15 – The surprising Kevin Webster kiss scene! 12:14 – Dream co-stars and crushes – from Corrie to Pedro Pascal 12:48 – Does Glenda have a secret child? Fan theories explored 14:22 – The mystery and secrets still to come for Glenda 15:20 – Christmas drama ahead at the Rovers 16:03 – Jodie reflects on joining Coronation Street and career highlights 17:25 – Farewell from Jodie Prenger Soap Round-Up with Chloe & Johnny 17:35 – Why we love Jodie Prenger & Glenda Shuttleworth 18:29 – Coronation Street: The Driscolls arrive at the Rovers 19:16 – Corrie’s new era & returning the fun to the Rovers 20:31 – Ben and Eva’s relationship — stable couple or storm ahead? 21:02 – Will the Driscolls’ secret story divide fans? 22:07 – Ollie’s arrival twist and the Joel effect 23:18 – What’s next for Dee-Dee Bailey and her exit story? 23:54 – Emmerdale: Kerry & Jai — unlikely romance or new power couple? 25:28 – Kerry and Jai compared to Nicola & Jimmy’s early days 26:19 – Why fans still love Jai Sharma (and miss Charity) 27:23 – Is Kerry too chaotic for love? 28:16 – Chloe’s Emmerdale love triangle prediction (Kerry, Jai, Billy) 29:10 – EastEnders: Suki & Eve’s adoption storyline 30:40 – Meeting Eve’s mum and delving into her past 31:58 – Why Suki and Eve need more drama & danger 33:22 – Can Suki stay sinister? Why fans miss her edge 34:04 – What the adoption plot might lead to next 35:10 – Closing thoughts & teasers for next week’s Soap Scoop Inside Soap is Britain’s only soap magazine, bringing readers every story, every secret, every week from shows such as such as Coronation Street, EastEnders, Emmerdale, Hollyoaks, Casualty and Neighbours. Grab a copy of the mag on Tuesdays, and head to www.digitalspy.com/soaps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices