Listen to a powerful Conversations with Alan when Josh Weiner, Co-Founder of the Chicago Jewish Alliance and Chief Marketing and Development Office at NAVI, and his husband Kevin Schultz. 

Josh, a proud Jewish leader and fourth-generation descendant of Armenian Genocide survivors, left a 15-year marketing career to take a stand against rising antisemitism and anti-Zionism. He’ll share his personal journey—including what it means to be both gay and Jewish in today’s America—and the work he’s doing to lead with truth and purpose. Josh also serves as Chief Marketing & Development Officer for the North American Values Institute, where he helps shape bold, strategic responses to hate and misinformation. Josh and I will also discuss the recent terror attacks in Washington, DC and Boulder, CO, and how these events have intensified the urgency of his advocacy.

Kevin, who is not Jewish, will offer his own powerful perspective—on witnessing antisemitism up close, supporting Josh, and what it’s been like to stand beside him as this fight intensified.

We’ll also explore what Pride means to both of them at this moment in our country.

The Locher Room welcomed the cast and crew from Montecito.

Emmy-nominated creator Grant Rutter and Andrew Pemberton-Fowler who served as Executive Story Editor joined Vincent Irizarry (All My Children, Guiding Light, The Young and the Restless) to talk all things Montecito —the sizzling audio soap that’s been turning up the heat and drama in its first season. 🔥 If you haven't listened yet, now’s the time to catch up and dive deeper into the secrets, scandals, and behind-the-scenes stories that make this series a must-listen. 

The Locher Room sat down with Danielle Harris and Shelly Burch — the unforgettable mother-daughter duo Samantha Garretson and Delilah Ralston from One Life to Live.

Danielle Harris began acting at just 7 years old, landing her first major role on OLTL as “Sammy,” the police chief’s daughter. She soon became a household name in the horror genre, beating out hundreds for the role of Jamie Lloyd in Halloween 4, and has since appeared in over 50 horror films, including Rob Zombie’s Halloween reboot, Urban Legend, and Hatchet. Her career spans from Roseanne to voicing Debbie in The Wild Thornberrys, and today she co-hosts the hit podcast Talk Scary to Me with Scout Compton.

Shelly Burch is best known to soap fans as the glamorous and devilish Delilah Ralston, but her career extends far beyond Llanview. A triple-threat actress, singer, and dancer, Shelly starred alongside Sammy Davis Jr. in Stop the World – I Want to Get Off, played Lily St. Regis and Star-to-Be in Annie, and originated the role of Claudia in Nine, earning a Drama Desk nomination and introducing the song “Unusual Way” to the world. She also starred as Julie in Show Boat for PBS’s Great Performances and has continued performing in her one-woman cabaret shows for over 40 years. A seasoned coach and mentor, Shelly has helped countless performers hone their craft. Her favorite role of all? Proud mother of three.

You will hear heartfelt memories, Broadway and horror stories, behind-the-scenes soap scoop, and two dynamic careers brought together for a great Llanview reunion.

Relive the bold ambition of Texas, the NBC soap that aimed to be daytime’s Dallas!

Author Tom Lisanti joined cast members Kin Shriner, Caryn Richman, John McCafferty, and Tom Wiggin to discuss his new book, Texas: An Oral History of Daytime TV’s Answer to Dallas.

The cast shared stories of working with the incomparable Beverlee McKinsey to summers in the Hamptons and behind-the-scenes tales with EPs Paul Rauch and Gail Kobe — this episode is packed with heartfelt memories and soap history gold.

Actor Zack Robidas stopped by The Locher Room and this is one you won’t want to miss.

Zack dishes on working with Michelle Williams in Hulu’s Dying for Sex, what drew him to the project, and how the series resonates on a personal level. He is also known for roles in Succession, Fleishman Is in Trouble, Arbitrage, It’s Complicated, Blue Bloods, and more.

Zack also opens up about meeting and falling in love with As the World Turns alum, the late Marnie Schulenburg, how he and their daughter Coda are navigating life today — and how the organization Good Grief has been a true godsend for them both.

A candid, heartfelt, and inspiring conversation. 🎭❤️

Bestselling author Alina Adams returned to The Locher Room to talk about her brand-new historical novel, Go On Pretending—a powerful multigenerational saga spanning the golden age of 1950s television, the fall of the USSR, and the rise of the Women’s Revolution in Rojava, Syria.

Soap fans will love the story’s deep connection to Guiding Light, as it follows Rose Janowitz, a trailblazing woman navigating the early days of TV soap operas while hiding a taboo romance with Jonas Cain, the African-American star who made Guiding Light a radio sensation. As Rose tries to protect both their secrets and their future, her choices ripple through the lives of her daughter and granddaughter in unexpected, life-altering ways.

Known for her bestselling soap-inspired novels like Oakdale Confidential, Jonathan’s Story, and Soap Opera 451: A Time Capsule of Daytime Drama’s Greatest Moments, Alina brings her lifelong passion for the genre—and her own background as a Soviet immigrant who learned English through soap operas—to this deeply human, emotionally rich story about love, legacy, and liberation.

Don’t miss this special conversation with one of the most original voices in historical fiction and pick-up Go On Pretending where all books are sold.

Nathan Owens (Holden Novak) and Jermaine Rivers (Damian Kane)—two power players shaking things up in Genoa City Nathan Owens dropped by The Locher Room for a live conversation.

Nathan Owens joined the cast in January 2025 as Holden Novak, a savvy businessman whose arrival in Genoa City is stirring up secrets and suspicion—especially after it’s revealed he’s not who he originally claimed to be.

Jermaine Rivers made his debut in February 2025 as Damian Kane, a successful entrepreneur and half-brother to Nate Hastings. With deep ties to the show’s core characters, Damian’s entrance has created a major ripple effect.

The two men opened up about their characters’ dramatic introductions, behind-the-scenes moments, and what’s ahead on The Young and the Restless.

Don’t miss this chance to get to know the men behind these intriguing new roles!

Daniel Cosgrove helped celebrate five years of The Locher Room when he sat down to discuss his return to daytime TV. I surprised Daniel with a visit from his Guiding Light sister, Emmy-winner Gina Tognoni.

Daniel has captivated audiences with his dynamic roles across various soap operas, including:​ Scott Chandler on All My Children, Matt Durning on Beverly Hills, 90210, Bill Lewis on Guiding Light and Aiden Jennings on Days of Our Lives. Most recently, Daniel joined the cast of General Hospital as Ezra Boyle, a cunning politician who debuted on March 21st. In this role, he reunites with former All My Children co-star Cameron Mathison, bringing a fresh dynamic to the show. ​

Beyond his impressive career, Daniel is one of the funniest and most genuine individuals I've had the pleasure of working with. His charisma and talent have left an indelible mark on daytime television.​

Don't miss this conversation that was filled with laughter, nostalgia, and a ton of behind-the-scenes stories! 📺✨