Tune In Tomorrow
195 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 6 years ago - ★★★★ - 3 ratingsFrom daytime to primetime, we talk about all things sudsy with your host, Soaps In Depth’s executive editor, Richard M. Simms. With weekly hot topics, preview and more, the show also gives soap fans a voice. Want to join the conversation? Call and talk about the storyline you love... hate... or love to hate!
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The Night They Killed Daytime
June 20, 2011 23:00 - 1 hour - 23.7 MBWhat if they threw a Daytime Emmy Awards show and forgot that soaps were the reason people tune in? That’s exactly what happened last night and tonight, join Soaps In Depth editor Richard M. Simms as he takes a look at what went wrong (pretty much everything) and what went right (not a heck of a lot) during last night’s broadcast. We’ll discuss the winners, the losers, the fashion, the rumors (Stephanie Gatschet as GENERAL HOSPITAL’s Lisa? WTH?) and everything else about the 38th Annual Dayt...
DAYS OF OUR LIVES: The Sequel
June 13, 2011 23:00 - 2 hours - 28.3 MBWith big changes taking place in front of and behind the scenes and something new being announced on a near-daily basis, it almost feels as if a whole new soap is being born. Tonight, Soaps In Depth executive editor will focus on DAYS OF OUR LIVES and what the heck all the shuffles mean. Could the new writers be thinking about an EJ/Sami reunion? Who'll be the next cast member cut? And most important of all, what to fans of the soap think of what they're hearing. Does it have them excited fo...
Naughty Bits and Nasty Truths
June 06, 2011 23:00 - 2 hours - 27.5 MBFans are doing everything in their power to rally the troops and save their beleagured shows from the cutting block... so what's the one major mistake they're making? Tonight, join Soaps In Depth's executive editor, Richard M. Simms, as he offers up an important piece of advice in the on-going battle to prevent a beloved genre from biting the dust. Plus, one of summer's most talked about storylines -- THE BOLD & THE BEAUTIFUL's boinkberry saga -- takes center stage as we discuss what's worki...
Emmy Nomination Chat!
May 11, 2011 15:00 - 1 hour - 13.7 MBThe nominations for the 38th Annual Daytime Emmy nominations came out this morning… and as usual, there's a lot to talk about! Join Soaps In Depth executive editor Richard M. Simms as he takes your calls to chat about who got nominated and, more importantly, who got snubbed!
The Devil’s Advocate
May 09, 2011 23:00 - 1 hour - 20.6 MBTonight, join Soaps In Depth editor Richard M. Simms as he tries doing the impossible: Answering questions from the point of view of the very people who seem determined to ruin the shows we love! Why does DAYS OF OUR LIVES seem determined to keep EJ and Sami apart? Does ABC really think that folks would rather watch reality shows than soaps? Why has GENERAL HOSPITAL become all mob, all the time? If you've got a question, I'll do my best to answer both as a soap fan who happens to work for a ...
Ask Me Anything!
May 02, 2011 23:00 - 1 hour - 20 MBRumors and RoboRafe’s and May Sweeps, oh my! With so much to talk about, there’s really only one thing for your host, Soaps In Depth executive editor Richard M. Simms, to do: Open the phone lines and take your questions! Want to know if GENERAL HOSPITAL’s Lucky and Liz might get another shot at happiness? Or whether THE YOUNG & THE RESTLESS’ Nikki is really going to become Victor’s... mistress? And what’s going on with DAYS OF OUR LIVES’ RoboRafe... will that plot ever end? Plus, we’ll addre...
Can Our Soaps Be Saved?
April 18, 2011 23:00 - 1 hour - 20.8 MBIn the wake of last week’s shocking news — that ALL MY CHILDREN and ONE LIFE TO LIVE would be yanked from the airwaves in the coming months — there’s one question on everyone’s lips: Can these soaps be saved? And what does this news mean for ABC’s lone remaining soap, GENERAL HOSPITAL? Tonight, Soaps In Depth executive editor Richard M. Simms takes an honest look at the possibilities and answers your questions regarding the future of these soaps in particular and the genre as a whole. Plus: ...
Setting The Rumors Straight
April 04, 2011 23:00 - 1 hour - 20.4 MBNOTE: Due to technical difficulties, the actual chat did not begin until the 10 minute mark. Unless you want to hear me panic as blogtalk went kaflooey, fast-forward! The past week has been a crazy one for soap fans thanks to cancellation rumors and behind the scenes buzz. Tonight, join host Richard M. Simms and his special guest, SoapCentral.com's Dan J. Kroll, as they discuss the latest daytime developments... and offer insight into what can be found when one reads between the lines!
Who Thought THIS Was A Good Idea?
March 28, 2011 23:00 - 1 hour - 20.8 MBLately, there have been quite a few plots that have left soap fans wondering who the writers think the audience is. Tonight, host Richard M. Simms — executive editor of Soaps In Depth magazine — looks at those storylines... and asks, "How does a show recover from a major blunder?" Whether it’s DAYS OF OUR LIVES’ apparent determination to keep Sami and EJ apart or ONE LIFE TO LIVE’s well-intentioned but ultimately ill-advised bullying story, we’ll dish on what’s not working... and why. Plus, h...
Stop The Madness!
March 21, 2011 23:00 - 1 hour - 24.1 MBThey say "Don’t fix it if it’s not broken.” But what if it IS broken? With fan favorites being fired, viewers dissatisfaction seemingly at an all-time low and ratings spiraling downward, how much longer can network execs deny that there are big problems rocking the genre? Tonight, Soaps In Depth executive editor Richard M. Simms takes your calls as we discuss the latest news and rumors that have left fans’ heads spinning!
The Lovers, The Haters and Me
March 14, 2011 23:00 - 1 hour - 20.4 MBIt's not secret. When it comes to opinions, Soaps In Depth’s executive editor, Richard M. Simms, has a lot of 'em. Some people love him, some people hate him. Tonight, he takes calls from folks on both sides of the spectrum, encouraging them to ask him anything. Things could get interesting...
The Fine Line Between Love And Hate
February 15, 2011 00:00 - 1 hour - 20.8 MBWe love our soaps... even when they tick us off. But where do fans draw the line? When fans who’ve supported a show for years feel as if they’re being disregarded — whether by DAYS OF OUR LIVES’ treatment of EJ and Sami, or GENERAL HOSPITAL’s firing of Rebecca Herbst (Liz) — does there come a point when they declare "Enough is enough"? Tonight, Soaps In Depth executive editor Richard M. Simms takes your calls as we talk about when hope should be kept alive, when to give up the ghost... and wh...
The One, The Only... Carolyn Hennesy!
February 08, 2011 00:00 - 53 minutes - 12.1 MBIs there anything Carolyn Hennesy can't do? Somehow, the woman manages to balance her roles as GENERAL HOSPITAL's Diane and COUGAR TOWN's Barb with being an author and a wife! Frankly, I got exhausted just chatting with her! Find out what she has to say about both of her television roles as well as her latest book in the Pandora series and the infamous Spinelli book when Carolyn joins host Richard M. Simms for an eye-opening chat!
Fightin’ Words… Plus, February Preview!
February 01, 2011 00:00 - 1 hour - 20.7 MBWhether you're trying to change GENERAL HOSPITAL’s mind about Rebecca Herbst’s firing or convince DAYS OF OUR LIVES that Ej/Sami are the couple to beat, there are ways to go about getting your message heard… and there are ways to all but assure you'll have no impact at all. Tonight, Soaps In Depth executive editor Richard M. Simms talks about both. Plus, we’ll talk February preview. Will ONE LIFE TO LIVE’s Natalie finally get her man? And what unexpected duo will scheme together on THE YOUNG ...
Daytime Dilemma: What The Hell Is Going On?
January 25, 2011 00:00 - 1 hour - 26.6 MBRebecca Herbst: Fired! Brittany Underwood: Gone! Melissa Claire Egan: Out! Storywise, people are falling into volcanos and popular couples are being decimated. This week, host Richard M. Simms takes your calls as we ponder what in the world is happening in daytime... and where the madness will end! Is there hope for DAYS EJ and Sami? Has GH made a potentially fatal error in deciding to write off Liz? And why is Y&R the best soap on the airwaves three days a week.... and almost unwatchable the...
Holdin' Out For A Hero
January 18, 2011 00:00 - 1 hour - 20.7 MBWhere have all the good men gone and where are all the... well, you get the picture. Tonight, Soaps In Depth executive editor Richard M. Simms asks why daytime seems to have abandoned the notion of good triumphing over evil. What does it say that our romantic leads are men like GH’s Sonny, OLTL’s Todd, YR’s Adam and DAYS EJ. Has the idea that everyone loves a bad boy been taken too far? In these troubled times, do we need heroes who are a little less likely to commit heinous crimes? Plus, a p...
Couple’s Therapy: How to fix DAYS' Ejami, Y&R’s Shick and your other daytime faves!
January 11, 2011 00:00 - 1 hour - 20.6 MBTonight, Soaps In Depth executive editor Richard M. Simms will take your calls as we play therapist for some of daytime's most popular -- and troubled -- couples. Can DAYS EJ and Sami move beyond their past and find love again? Did Y&R ruin any shot Sharon and Nick have at finding lasting happiness? How much more can fans of GH’s Scrubs stand before the pair reunite? Plus, why fans of GH’s Jason and Sam may soon be eating their words... and issuing an apology to a certain chatfest host!
Ask Me Anything!
January 04, 2011 00:00 - 1 hour - 20.7 MBTonight, Soaps In Depth executive editor Richard M. Simms takes not only your calls but your questions. Ever wanted to know how things work behind-the-scenes at a magazine? Or maybe you want to know how you can get onto the set of your favorite soap. (The short answer: You can't.) You've got questions, we'll try to have answers. Plus, we'll talk about 2010's highs (DAYS and Y&R got extended renewals!) and lows (volcanos and Balkans and cropdustings, oh my!).
Spoilers and JaSam and Sweeps, oh my!
December 03, 2010 00:00 - 2 hours - 28.8 MBTonight, Soaps In Depth executive editor Richard M. Simms proves that you shouldn’t believe everything you read when it comes to spoilers. Plus, he sets the record straight about a Jason/Sam rumor... and reveals the storyline that fans of the pair should hope never comes to pass (and why). All this, plus a look at what worked — and what didn’t — during November sweeps!
And Now For Something Completely Different!
November 16, 2010 00:00 - 1 hour - 20.8 MBWhat makes the Tune In Tomorrow community different? The fact that it IS a community. Tonight, we talk not only soaps (including a look at how November sweeps has played out so far), but also the connectivity that is the soap community. Have a story to share about how your fellow fans were there when you needed them most? Host Richard M. Simms opens up the lines for your calls during tonight's meeting of the mutual-admiration society!
Finally, Some Good News!
November 09, 2010 00:00 - 2 hours - 27.5 MBThis weekend, soap fans had something to cheer about when DAYS OF OUR LIVES got a two-year renewal. This comes at a time when many fans think the show is in a creative ditch. What needs to be done to right the ship? Plus: Is ONE LIFE TO LIVE making a major comeback? Why does GENERAL HOSPITAL seem to be messing up one story after another? And why does THE YOUNG & THE RESTLESS go from sheer brilliance to God-awful every other day? All this and more with your host, Soaps In Depth executive edito...
November Sweeps Preview!
October 25, 2010 23:00 - 1 hour - 13.7 MBWhat's next for GENERAL HOSPITAL's Patrick and Robin... and what are Brenda and Dante hiding? Who really killed ALL MY CHILDREN's David... and is a Ryan/Greenlee reunion inevitable? Who switched Chloe's paternity-test results on DAYS OF OUR LIVES... and how long can Sami keep her secret from exploding? And how far will THE YOUNG & THE RESTLESS' Meggie really go in her plot to bring Nikki down? November's hottest plots will be the topic when Soaps In Depth managing editor Charlie Mason joins y...
Daytime vs. Primetime: What They Can Learn From One Another
October 18, 2010 23:00 - 2 hours - 20.6 MBThey are as different as night and day... and yet increasingly, they’re looking very similar. What can soaps learn from their primetime brethren... and vice versa? What is The Vampire Diaries doing right? What is Desperate Housewives doing wrong? And what could General Hospital learn from Grey’s Anatomy? Tonight, host Richard M. Simms talks all things soaps and takes your calls!
Fan Wars, Part 2: Killing The Messenger
October 04, 2010 23:00 - 2 hours - 20.6 MBTonight, Soaps in Depth executive editor Richard M. Simms looks at why the seemingly never-ending wars between fan bases are bad for the industry. Where does being passionate about a show end... and obsession begin? Is JaSam and Liason coming together with Phick and Shick the key to keeping our shows on the air?
Daytime, Primetime, All The Time it’s Soap Time!
September 27, 2010 23:00 - 1 hour - 15.5 MBTonight, Soaps In Depth executive editor Richard M. Simms offers you a preview of the week to come before opening up the lines for talk about all things soap, including the debuts of Dexter, Desperate Housewives and our other favorite primetime sudsers!
Happy, Happy, Joy, Joy
September 06, 2010 23:00 - 2 hours - 13.8 MBTonight, Soaps in Depth executive editor Richard M. Simms hosts a special podcast that might well be subtitled, "Everybody Put Your Head In The Sand!" Why? Because in honor of the fact most of us had Monday off, we'll be accentuating the positive. Don't nobody bring me no bad news! The biggest cliffhanger of all? Can we get through an entire podcast without trash-talkin' our soaps?
Scrubs FTW! Tea… DOA? And is Howarth really returning?
August 30, 2010 23:00 - 1 hour - 20.7 MBTonight, Soaps In Depth executive editor Richard M. Simms talks all things soaps… including what MUST happen next for GENERAL HOSPITAL’s Patrick & Robin, the mysterious circumstances surrounding the death of OLTL’s Tea and those pesky rumors that Roger Howarth is coming back as Todd. Listen in. Call in. Join in.
Soap Chat
August 23, 2010 23:00 - 1 hour - 20.7 MBTonight, join Soaps In Depth editor Richard M. Simms for a look at what’s ahead on soaps this week. We’ll be talking about what’s working -- and what’s not — on all the soaps, and taking calls to hear what you think!
Stuart Damon
August 22, 2010 19:00 - 16 minutes - 3.48 MBSoaps In Depth executive editor Richard M. Simms catches up with Stuart Damon (ex-Alan, GENERAL HOSPITAL) on the eve of his reprising AS THE WORLD TURNS' Ralph. The beloved daytimer talks about reaction -- both his and that of fans -- to Alan's death, the state of the soap union and his exciting new career!
Soapcentral.com's Dan Kroll
August 16, 2010 23:00 - 2 hours - 27.5 MBTonight, Soaps In Depth editor Richard M. Simms and Soapcentral.com's Dan Kroll talk all things serialized, including what's working on daytime... and what's not.
Megan Ward
August 10, 2010 15:00 - 34 minutes - 7.61 MBGENERAL HOSPITAL’s Megan Ward chats with us about Kate's relationships with Coleman and Sonny, who’s running Crimson... and how Brenda's return might impact everyone's favorite fashion editor!
Save Our Soaps!
August 06, 2010 23:00 - 1 hour - 20.6 MBWe chat with a member of the group Save Our Soaps. Find out what they’re all about… and what they’re doing to try and send a message to the folks behind the scenes at your favorite daytime dramas! Plus, we'll talk about Maura West stepping into the role of Y&R’s Diane and, of course, the return of GH‘s Brenda Barrett!
Divas and Daytime And Drama... oh my!
August 02, 2010 23:00 - 1 hour - 20.6 MBSoaps, soaps and more soaps with your host, Soaps In Depth executive editor Richard M. Simms. Tonight, we talk about the recent explosion of drama behind the scenes, and introduce a new segment in which you compete for prizes!
Byrne, baby, (Martha) Byrne!
July 26, 2010 23:00 - 2 hours - 27.5 MBTonight, special guest Martha Byrne talks about her time on AS THE WORLD TURNS, why she won't be back for the final episodes, how GOTHAM might just represent the future of soaps, and the campaign to get her on DANCING WITH THE STARS!
Fan Wars: Stop The Madness!
July 21, 2010 23:00 - 1 hour - 20.7 MBJasam vs. Liason! Shick vs. Phick! If soap fans are passionate, fans of some couples redefine the word. In this special broadcast, we look at the fan wars... and ask the age-old question: Can't we all just get along?
Tune In Tomorrow: Jasam And Newmans and Salem, Oh My!
July 19, 2010 23:00 - 2 hours - 27.6 MBThis week, we preview what to expect in the coming days for all your favorite soaps, plus dish the latest Big Brother gossip and ask if The Bachelorette is a show that has finally run its course. Listen in, call in, join in!
Tune In Tomorrow
July 09, 2010 23:00 - 1 hour - 20.7 MBFrom All My Children to Vampire Diaries and everything in between, Soaps In Depth executive editor Richard M. Simms is here every week to dish the dirt, share the spoilers and take your calls during a no-holds barred show for the TRUE fan of all things sudsy!
Tune In Tomorrow: The Week In Soaps!
July 01, 2010 23:00 - 1 hour - 20.8 MBTonight, we'll be talking about the hottest topics from around the dial. What the heck is Y&R thinking with the firings of Stacy Haiduk and Wilson Bethel? What's the next shocking twist in B&B’s Oliver/Brooke story? How will Franco's return impact GH this time around? Plus, the latest on primetimes sudsy dramas The Gates, Pretty Little Liars and the return of the ultimate reality soap, Big Brother! If it's got a continuing storyline, we'll be talking about it!
Tune In Tomorrow: Post-Emmy Madness!
June 28, 2010 23:00 - 1 hour - 20.8 MBLast night's Daytime Emmy telecast was many things, including a hot mess... without the hot. Tonight, Soaps In Depth executive editor looks at the good (and there was some), the bad (of which there was a lot) and, most importantly, why things went wrong. This is one podcast you won't want to miss!
Tune In Tomorrow
June 25, 2010 23:00 - 1 hour - 14.3 MBFrom All My Children to Vampire Diaries and everything in between, Soaps In Depth executive editor Richard M. Simms is here every week to dish the dirt, share the spoilers and take your calls during a no-holds barred show for the TRUE fan of all things sudsy!
Tune In Tomorrow
June 18, 2010 23:00 - 1 hour - 21.8 MBFrom All My Children to Vampire Diaries and everything in between, Soaps In Depth executive editor Richard M. Simms is here every week to dish the dirt, share the spoilers and take your calls during a no-holds barred show for the TRUE fan of all things sudsy!
Tune In Tomorrow
June 11, 2010 23:00 - 1 hour - 20.7 MBFrom All My Children to Vampire Diaries and everything in between, Soaps In Depth executive editor Richard M. Simms is here every week to dish the dirt, share the spoilers and take your calls during a no-holds barred show for the TRUE fan of all things sudsy!
Tune In Tomorrow: Holy Shocker!
June 06, 2010 19:00 - 1 hour - 26.8 MBToday, we talk about the B&B cliffhanger that left us screaming at the television, plus the many men circling GH's Maxie and the week's most ridiculous moment. Yes, that would be Sharon being cropdusted on Y&R!
Tune In Tomorrow: The Week In Soaps, Memorial Day Edition
May 31, 2010 22:00 - 1 hour - 15.7 MBWhat were the high and low points of last week's soaps... and what can we expect this week? Soaps In Depth executive editor Richard Simms dishes the latest, plus we take a look at the season finales of The Vampire Diaries and Supernatural. How'd they rank... and where do the shows go next?
Tune In Tomorrow: Emmy Chat!
May 30, 2010 19:00 - 1 hour - 13.5 MBWho submitted what? Who will win… and who should win? Join us for a chat about daytime’s biggest night!