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The relationship between soap commentators and fans is an interesting one. Can be violently toxic or very supportive and loving.

She was on Somerset (NBC) as Avis Ryan.

Sometimes we need time off and can always do a show! Thank you to those who understand.

James Lott Jr talks about the latest news! Jamey Giddens is an award-winning television writer, producer, journalist, and digital media executive best known for his work in daytime and primetime drama. He is the creator of the OWN drama series Ambitions and has written for Days of Our Lives, Beyond the Gates, Tyler Perry’s Sistas, and The Rich and the Ruthless. Giddens began his career in journalism and became a prominent voice in soap-opera media as the co-owner and editorial director of Daytime Confidential, where he built a reputation for industry reporting, commentary, and podcasting. He studied print and broadcast journalism at Southern Arkansas University and was the first African American editor of the university’s student newspaper. In July 2026, Giddens was named co-head writer of CBS’s The Young and the Restless alongside Dan O’Connor, with their tenure beginning in August. He is a Writers Guild of America Award and Daytime Emmy Award winner and received two additional Daytime Emmy nominations in 2026. His career reflects a notable progression from reporting on television dramas to creating and shaping them as a professional screenwriter and producer.

Two great things happened onscreen on General Hospital this week. James discusses the importance of both of them.

JLJ sees it several ways.

James talks about the importance of Marlena and Deidre to Days of Our Lives as she hits her 50th year on the hit soap/ Included is my interview with Deidre and the late Drake H. from a few years ago. COurtesy of Afterbuzztv and Dishin Days.

JLJ talks about LGBT representation on Soaps today!

JLJ comments on the recent news from the amazing actress. We wish her good health and better days ahead!