The Locher Room

Jade Harlow joined me for a personal and candid conversation about her more than 25 years in daytime television.Jade looked back at getting her start as Jessica Bennett on Passions, the wonderfully wild stories she experienced there and her love of horror films. She also shared memories from her time as Sheryl Connors on Days of our Lives and some of the incredible actors she has worked with throughout her career.Our conversation became especially personal when Jade opened up about her years playing Lianna Ramos on The Bay. She discussed going through a difficult period in her own life while playing Lianna, how the character sometimes mirrored what she was experiencing and why The Bay ultimately became such an important and healing chapter for her.Jade also shared touching memories of her friendship with the late Tristan Rogers and the kindness he showed her and The Bay creator Gregori J. Martin.We also talked about her move to Genoa City and taking on the role of Marie Kirkland on The Young and the Restless, her connection with Nick Newman and working opposite Joshua Morrow on their powerful addiction storyline.From Passions and Days of our Lives to The Bay and The Young and the Restless, Jade opened up about the experiences and people who have shaped her journey both on and off screen.

Scott Clifton and Lawrence Saint-Victor joined me for a terrific conversation about The Bold and the Beautiful, their 2026 Daytime Emmy nominations and the incredible camaraderie behind the scenes at B&B.Lawrence opened up about earning his first acting Emmy nomination after 13 years as Carter Walton, as well as being recognized for his work on the show’s writing team. He shared how Annika Noelle helped him select scenes for his Emmy reel and recalled the FaceTime he shared with his former Guiding Light co-star Karla Mosley after learning they were both first-time acting nominees.Scott talked about earning his 11th Daytime Emmy nomination for his work as Liam Spencer and why this one means so much to him. He shared how Heather Tom and a B&B editor helped put together his Emmy reel, and how Heather gave him a unique perspective on approaching Liam’s cancer storyline.Scott and Lawrence also shared their admiration for Brad Bell, recalled how Brad personally called each of them with the news of their nominations, took us back to their first meeting and talked about the special relationships they’ve built with their B&B co-stars.And we discovered something else these two have in common: a mutual love of Superman!It was a fun, candid conversation with two longtime colleagues who clearly have tremendous respect for each other and the people they work with.

Tyler Isaac Martin, Ophira Eisenberg and Dylan Hartwell joined me for a fun and thoughtful conversation about Season 2 of the breakout indie LGBTQ+ comedy-drama Don’t Suck.Tyler, the series’ creator, writer, director, editor, producer and star, shared how growing up in White Settlement, Texas, in a family of ministers helped shape both his life and his creativity. He opened up about finding his sacred space in the theater, coming out at 16, his complicated relationship with religion and how a biblical literature class years later transformed his perspective and ultimately helped change his relationship with his parents.We talked about the inspiration behind Don’t Suck, Tyler’s commitment to authentic queer storytelling and the decision to make Season 2 bigger and more ambitious. Tyler discussed expanding the production, assembling a cast that included Jeff Hiller, and even writing and filming an original musical.Ophira, who played Tyler’s mother Cathy, shared what drew her to the role and how she approached this family and its complicated dynamics. Dylan talked about playing Tyler’s straight brother Noah, their relationship as brothers and the idea at the heart of the season that loving someone can sometimes be very different from pushing them.We also discussed representation, faith, family, creativity and the response Tyler has received from viewers. And with Season 2 building toward its grand finale, Tyler, Ophira and Dylan teased what audiences could expect—including more of the musical, more Ophira and more Jeff Hiller.

Jeff Trachta joined me in The Locher Room for a candid, heartfelt and often funny conversation about the highs, lows and unexpected turns of his remarkable life and career.Daytime fans know Jeff best for his eight-year run as Thorne Forrester on The Bold and the Beautiful, but his journey in soaps began earlier with roles on One Life to Live and Loving. Jeff opened up about the mental health crisis he experienced after his time on Loving came to an end and shared the story of the doctor whose compassion helped him through one of the most difficult periods of his life.Jeff took us behind the scenes of how he landed the role of Thorne and spoke about his tremendous respect for legendary creator William J. Bell. He also shared memories of working with Susan Flannery and reflected on his friendship and musical partnership with Bobbie Eakes. Their work together took them from daytime television to recording three triple-platinum albums and performing sold-out concerts throughout Europe.We also talked about Jeff’s career beyond daytime, including making his Broadway debut as Danny Zuko in Grease, performing in Las Vegas and becoming a renowned celebrity impressionist. And yes, Jeff treated us to some of those incredible impressions during our conversation.Jeff also spoke openly about his personal life and the 34-year relationship he shares with his husband, A. J. Symon. He proudly shared the story behind A. J.’s debut young adult novel, Golden Boy, arriving August 25.It was an hour filled with vulnerability, resilience, laughter, wonderful memories and stories from a performer whose career has taken him from daytime television to Broadway, music, Las Vegas and beyond.

What happens when a soap star finds his next act behind a drum kit?Craig Lawlor joined me for a heartfelt conversation about his journey from playing Adam Hughes Munson on As the World Turns to helping bring Des & the Swagmatics' self-titled debut album to life after nearly eight years in the making.Craig reflected on growing up in a musical family with a father who taught music, picking up the drums at just nine years old, and how acting first entered his life through his sister. He shared memories of joining As the World Turns, what he learned from Ellen Dolan and the late Benjamin Hendrickson, and his friendship with Kristina Sisco during his years in Oakdale.He also opened up about the devastating loss of his mother to cancer at a young age, how it changed the course of his life, and why music ultimately became his creative home.The conversation concluded with the story of joining Des & the Swagmatics, the long road to the band's self-titled debut album, his musical influences, and what listeners can expect from the new release.If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a fellow As the World Turns fan or music lover.