In this week’s episode of Soap Scoop, we sit down with Olivia Bromley, who plays Dawn Fletcher in Emmerdale. Olivia opens up about
Dawn’s dramatic transformation since moving into Home Farm with Joe Tate, her conflicted morals, and the explosive dynamics with the Tate family.

We also dive into one of Emmerdale’s most urgent and thought-provoking storylines – an indecent photo of young Clemmie circulating online – and explore how it impacts Dawn as a mother, drawing heartbreaking parallels with her own troubled past. Olivia shares her insights into the importance of telling such difficult stories, Dawn’s fiery clashes with Nicola,and whether Joe truly understands her compared to Billy.

Plus – Olivia talks about her character’s wardrobe glow-up, dream future storylines, her love of performing with the Emmerdale band, and what fans can expect next from Dawn’s unpredictable journey.

Finally, LJ & Johnny break down the latest Soapland twists: Celia’s shocking reveal in Emmerdale, shady Costello in Coronation Street, Jasmine’s mysterious arrival in EastEnders, and Stacey’s bittersweet exit.

⏱️ Chapter List

00:00 – Coming up on Soap Scoop

01:34 – Welcome Olivia Bromley (Dawn, Emmerdale)

01:51 – Dawn’s transformation with Joe Tate and the Tates

03:10 – Joe’s dark side vs. Dawn’s good heart

04:03 – The drama of Home Farm

04:52 – Could Dawn and Joe be a dangerous power couple?

05:40 – Dawn vs. the Dingles? Dream clashes ahead

07:05 – Clemmie’s indecent photo storyline — tackling real issues

08:39 – Carl, culpability & children in the digital age

10:24 – Dawn as a protective mother and Tate family meddling

10:33 – Clemmie’s reasons & Dawn’s painful past resurfacing

11:38 – Dawn vs. Nicola — fiery mother-to-mother clashes

12:35 – Opening up to Joe — a turning point in their relationship

14:02 – Joe vs. Billy: who truly understands Dawn?

15:18 – Dawn’s wardrobe glow-up and new glam look

16:15 – Who Olivia wants Dawn to interact with next

17:11 – Parallels with April’s harrowing storyline

17:46 – Amelia Flanagan’s award win & powerful performance

18:01 – Olivia on the Emmerdale band & charity gigs

19:00 – Dawn’s unpredictability & future drama

19:59 – Wrap-up: Olivia on Dawn’s journey

Soapland Round-up with Johnny & LJ

20:02 – Reflections on Olivia Bromley & Dawn’s resilience

20:28 – Celia revealed as Emmerdale’s new villain

22:39 – Emmerdale’s County Lines storyline turns dark

25:22 – Coronation Street: Carla, Lisa, Becky & shady Costello

28:29 – Line of Duty-style theories & soap villains

30:14 – Cindy’s EastEnders comeback and Jasmine theories

33:57 – Is Jasmine connected to the mysterious Fords?

34:55 – Wild fan theories: secret Branning child?

35:24 – Stacey exits EastEnders for Brazil — what’s next?

37:42 – Farewell to Lacey Turner (for now)

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