Soap Secrets: Recent Episodes
Hannah Fernando and Claire Ruck
Journalist Hannah Fernando and soap expert Claire Ruck share their exclusive access to the UK’s biggest soaps, stars and stories. Each week they’ll take a look at the big developments across EastEnders, Coronation Street, Emmerdale, Casualty, Holby City and more, as well as discussing what might be coming next. Using their exclusive access, they’ll share inside gossip, set secrets and interviews with the stars. This is a podcast no soap fan can afford to miss.
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Casualty and Holby for 26 March-1 April
Matthew does some shocking to Stevie in Casualty while in Holby City it is the very last episode ever – will Jac survive?
Soap Secrets for 26 March-1 April
Rick's body is finally discovered in Corrie while in Emmerdale will Mack take Charity back. Over in Hollyoaks John Paul is blackmailed over the bus crash while in EastEnders Bernie is back!
Soap Secrets for 19-25 March
There's a confrontation between Adam and Lydia which leaves Adam fighting for his life in Corrie… Over in Emmerdale, Marlon has a stroke… And in Hollyoaks, John Paul crashes the school mini bus on a school trip… And what will Kat do with the gun in EastEnders…
Casualty and Holby for 19-25 March 2022
Teddy is rushed to ED in Casualty after an accident on a call – will he die? While in Holby it is the penultimate episode – can Elliot save Jac?
Casualty and Holby 12-18 March
A special old face returns to Holby this week, while in Casualty Iain plays action man again but has he bitten off more than he can chew?
Soap Secrets for 12-18 March
There's more drama in Corrie this week when Imran discovers he's a dad. Over in Emmerdale, Dawn is arrested while in Hollyoaks will Joel declare his love for Cleo? While in EastEnders, the Taylor household is in shock as they digest the news that Gray killed Chantelle and a much-loved face returns!
Casualty and Holby City for 5-11 March
The staff at Holby discover that Jac's turmour is terminal and Fletch makes a secret phone call… Over in Casualty we find out what is behind Matthew's PTSD
Soap Secrets for 5-11 March
There's terror for Abi in an unmissable 8 episodes of Corrie this week. Over in Emmerdale, Chas and Charity come to blows in a food fight and Mandy finds Vinny is married. Over in Hollyoaks, Misbah jumps into the dating pool! In EastEnders, as Gray's options run out, what will happen?
Casualty and Holby for 26 Feb-4 March
A Holby favourite returns – can he tempt Dom away from the hospital? And its 2 episodes of Casualty this week – Matthew struggles with his PTSD this week – will it cost a patient their life?
Soap Secrets 26 Feb-4 March
Lydia sets a trap for Adam in Corrie while in Emmerdale there's a surprise for Marlon! Over in Hollyoaks, what's going on with Mercy and Bobby and in EastEnders Shirley discovers Tina is dead!
Casualty and Holby for 19-25 February
Faith's son Luka is kidnapped in Casualty while in Holby the hospital goes into lock down over Anthrax!
Soap Secrets for 19-25 February
Abi's affair is exposed in Corrie this week while in Emmerdale, Vinny and Liv make plans to elope… Over in Hollyoaks, Warren has a bagful of secrets and in EastEnders, Kheerat and Gray come to blows, leaving one of them fighting for their life!
Casualty and Holby for 12-18 February
Robyn makes a big decision in Casualty while in Holby Josh goes into meltdown…
Soap Secrets for 12-18 Feb
Amy and co go out for a night on the town – but it all ends in tears in Corrie… Over in Emmerdale it is Dawn and Billy's wedding – will Meena make an unwelcome return? Over in Hollyoaks, Ethan threatens Sienna while in EastEnders, Gray becomes increasingly desperate!
Casualty and Holby for 5-11 February
Dylan's patient Paula goes into labour this week in Casualty – but will it be a happy ending? Over in Holby an old face from the past makes a shock reappearance!
Soap Secrets for 5-11 February
Adam is being stalked in Corrie but by whom while in Emmerdale Laurel makes a shock discovery! Over in Hollyoaks there's a showdown between Toby and Saul while in EastEnders, Tina Carter's body is found…
Casualty and Holby for 29 Jan-4 Feb
Iain is partnered with his ex girlfriend Chrissie in this wek's Casualty while in Holby, Nicky comes face-to-face with the daughter of one of Cameron's victims!
Soap Secrets for 29 Jan- 4 Feb
Another week, another fight between Daniel and Max but this time Max ends up unconscious in Corrie while over in Emmerdale, it is the auction of The Woolpack. And it's a sad week in Hollyoaks as it is the funerals of Marnie and Sylver while in EastEnders there's an explosion in the Square!
Casualty and Holby City for 22-28 January
Faith and Stevie go clubbing in Casualty – but the evening is fraught with danger. Over in Holby, can Fletch save teenage patient Harry?
Soap Secrets for 22-28 January
It's all go in the Soaps this week! Will Emma be arrested in Corrie while in Emmerdale Charity catches Mack kissing Dawn! Over in Hollyoaks there's a nasty shock for Warren while in EastEnders Phil dumps Kat!!!
Here's your timeline…
Emmerdale: 4 mins and 50 seconds
Hollyokas 9 mins 56 seconds
EastEnders: 14 mins 56 seconds
Casualty and Holby for 15-21 January
The Bill star Lisa Maxwell guest stars in Casualty this week as new doctor Paige has the first day from hell. Over in Holby Nicky's crisis over baby Juliet worsens and we see her in complete meltdown
Soap Secrets for 15-21 January
Tim collapses in Coronation Street while in Emmerdale the Woolpack causes a rift between Chas and Cain. Over in Hollyoaks Ethan shows his real side while in EastEnders can Chelsea escape from evil Gray's clutches?
Casualty and Holby for 8-14 January
Finally, Casualty is back on our screens after its long Christmas break and in the first episode of the new year, we meet new ED doctor Paige – and she doesn't make much of an impression on Dylan! Over in Holby, will Hanssen and Jac get a stay of execution on the fate of Holby City?
Soap Secrets for 8-14 January
There's terror for Ches and Gemma this week when little Joseph runs away in Corrie while in Emmerdale will Meena's body count rise to 6? Plus there's a big explosion at the Dee Valley Heroes fundraiser in Hollyoaks while in EastEnders what does the future hold for nasty Aaron?
Holby for 4 January
Casualty is not on again this week as it is New Year's Day
Nicky's back in Holby – but has she bitten off more than she can chew?
Soap Secrets for 1-7 January
Abi thinks she's pregnant in Corrie while in Emmerdale Vanessa is back – will she wreck Charity's new relationship? Over in Hollyoaks, Darren is still in danger from Maya and Ethan and in EastEnders Suki enjoys some age-gap passion – but with who?
Soap Secrets for 18-31 December
It's the Christmas Soap Secrets podcast! We have 3 Christmas weddings, a proposal, secrets exposed and 2 serial killers on the loose… It's gonna be a busy Christmas!
Want to pick which Soap to listen to? Here are the timings: Corrie: 30 seconds, Emmerdale 8 minutes 20 seconds, Hollyoaks 13 minutes 56 seconds and EastEnders 19 minutes and 5 seconds
Casualty and Holby for 11-17 December
After these episodes, both take a Christmas break and will return early New Year
Over in the Casualty it is the final part of the Christmas two-parter. There's a fire – who survives? While in Holby, this warm and emotional episode bring tears of joy and sadness. And who gets a proposal?
Soap Secrets for 11-17 December
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas! Over in Corrie, is Emma's wedding to Curtis off? In Emmerdale the fight for the Woolpack turns dirty while in Hollyoaks Toby and Celeste throw Mitchell under a bus! And in EastEnders another Christmas wedding is looking doubtful when Chelsea crosses Gray!
Casualty and Holby for 4-10 December
It's Christmas in Casualty but with a two-part special it's packed full of trauma… Over in Holby, hankies at the ready as Dom says a sad farewell to him mum Carole
Soap Secrets for 4-10 December
It's all happening in Corrie with lots of parties going on and Tyrone makes an accidentally declaration while over in Emmerdale will Aaron support Liv or put himself first for once? And in Hollyoaks a body is discovered and in EastEnders, Kim makes a shocking discovery…
Only want to listen to your favourite Soaps, here is the timeline: Corrie 16 seconds; Emmerdale 7 minutes, Hollyoaks, 10 minutes; EastEnders 13 minutes and 52 seconds
Casualty and Holby for 27 Nov-3 Dec
Rash is kidnapped this week in Casualty – and forced to give urgent medical to one of the drug gang… Over in Holby, Dom's mum Carole is re-admitted after having another stroke…
Soap Secrets for 27 Nov-3 Dec
Speed Daal goes up in flames in Corrie while in Emmerdale will Tracy and Nate reunite? Over in Hollyoaks, kidnapped Darren makes a bid for freedom while in EastEnders there is big trouble in Walford
Only want to listen to your favourite soap, here is the timeline: Corrie: 20 seconds; Emmerdale 4 mins 32 seconds; Hollyoaks 9 mins 12 seconds; EastEnders 11 mins 44 seconds
Casualty and Holby for 20-26 November
It's a high octane episode in Casualty this week when everyone's favourite paramedic Jan is held hostage! Over in Holby, Ollie has a bad PTSD flashback while operating – will his patient die?
Soap Secrets for 20-26 December
Corrie is on fire this wek: will roy betray Abi over the gun! In Emmerdale, is it the end of Meena and in Hollyoaks it is finally Felix and Martine's big day! Over in EastEnders, has Rocky had a heart attack?
Here are the timings should you wish to pick and choose your soaps… Corrie starts at 36 seconds, Emmerdale starts at 5mins 2 seconds, Hollyoaks at 8mins 30seconds and EastEnders at 12 mins 22 seconds
Holby City for 16 November
There is no Casualty this week as it is the Festival of Remembrance
In Holby, will Josh tell Angie about his bulimia? Plus we see a different side Jac this week – a scared and frightened Jac – what is going on?
Soap Secrets for 13-19 November
If you only want to listen to your favourite Soap, here is a timeline for you: Corrie starts at 20 seconds; Emmerdale starts at 4 mins 26 seconds; Hollyoaks at 11mins 36 seconds and EastEnders at 14 mins 58 seconds
This week in Corrie, there's danger for homeless Kelly – can Imran save her? Over in Emmerdale will our favourite couple Charity and Mack split while in Hollyoaks the net grows closer for Fergus… And will Chelsea discover that Gray has lost his job in EastEnders?
Casualty and Holby for 6-12 November
It's a double dose of Casualty this week and Ethan life hangs in the balance… Over in Holby, Ollie encounters a face from his shady past!
Soap Secrets for 6-12 November
Over in Corrie, Ty goes out on a date while in Emmerdale will Nate cheat on Tracy? And in Hollyoaks Darren gets kidnapped while in EastEnders the paternity for little Alyssa is in – is it Zack or Martin?
Casualty and Holby for 30 Oct-5 Nov
This is the Casualty episode postponed from 16 Oct when Rash gets drawn further into Hafsa's deadly plans… Over in Holby Ollie's secret threatens a patient…
Soap Secrets for 30 Oct-5 Nov
It's Abi and Kev's wedding in Corrie this week – will Abi turn up? Over in Emmerdale, it is Andrea's funeral… We learn of Misbah's past in Hollyoaks while in EastEnders, Gray proposes to Chelsea!
Holby and Casualty for 23-29 Oct
It's paramedics week in Casualty and we see Teddy and Jan get high… In Holby, a suicidal Lucky spots an opportunity to trick Kylie into giving her an overdose…
Soap Secrets for 23-29 October
Asha and Nina follow a lead to get evidence that might nail Corey for Seb's murder in Corrie… Over in Emmerdale it is Diane's last appearance and Gabby goes into labour while in Hollyoaks there's trouble in store for Tony. Over in EastEnders, Stacey returns
Casualty and Holby for 16-22 October
It's another cracking episode of Casualty – is Rash in over his head with Hafsa? While in Holby Oliver Valentine is back – is he here to stay?
Soap Secrets for 16-22 October
It's Super Soap Week in Corrie and Emmerdale when these titans have a 5-night special! Corrie sees Harvey return… The sink hole open up… And will Abi get her revenge? In Emmerdale the Survival Challenge begins… Will Meena kill again? Or will we see a terrible tragedy? Over in Hollyoaks, Warren prepares to say goodbye while in EastEnders, Gray and Whitney kiss…
Casualty and Holby for 9-15 Oct
Wow, what a week for the medical dramas! In Casualty Tina does something so shocking, we wonder where it will all end! Over in Holby, Lucky wakes from her surgery and is given bad news…
Soap Secrets for 9-15 October
We are all desperate to know the identity of Imran's secret lover in Corrie – this is the week we find out who! Plus it's what the fans want – David tells Vic he loves her in Emmerdale! Over in Hollyoaks, Warren's in trouble and in EastEnders, Chelsea thinks she's pregnant!
Holby and Casualty for 2-8 October
With the Jeni fallout still reverberating around the hospital, can Fletch and Donna mend their friendship in Holby? And there are romantic surprises when Stevie and Matthew get close in Casualty…
Soap storylines for 2-8 October
It's a tough week for Nina in Corrie as she spots Corey laughing in Seb's memorial garden – what will she do? Over in Emmerdale, Meena tampers with David's meds and has him under her control while in Hollyoaks, the village gather to bury Brody. In EastEnders, is Rocky and Dot's secret about to be discovered?
Holby for Tuesday 28 Sept
There is no Casualty this week as BBC1 is showing the Global Citizen concert.
In Holby this week, in a shocking move Jeni turns up for work! Can Fletch keep his cool and let the police do their work?
Soap Secrets for 25 Set-1 Oct
A desperate Kevin wants Abi home in Corrie while in Emmerdale is Laim looking for comfort in Bernice's arms? Over in Hollyoaks, Timmy attacker Juliet while in EastEnders serial killer Gray makes a move on Whitney!
Holby and Casualty for 18-24 September
Wow, Holby fans won't want to miss this week's Holby when Fletch discovers just what Jeni has been up to! Over in Casualty it is Jade's last week and she goes out with a bang!
Soap Secrets for 18-24 September
It's war between Daniel and David in Corrie when Max misbehaves while in Emmerdale there's a robbery at the Woolpack and Charity is left for dead! Over in Hollyoaks Mercy makes a deal with the devil to try to win Sylver back and in EastEnders we see a desperate Raine upsetting Mick…
Holby City for Tuesday 14 September
There is no Casualty this week as it is the Last Night of the Proms on BBC1
Over in Holby, it is the aftermath of the bomb… Has Hanssen survived? What has become of Ange and her babies and has Jeni's dark secret been discovered!
Soap Secrets for 11-17 September
Ty begs Fiz, take me back! But will she? It's all happening in Corrie. Over in Emmerdale, Rhona and Brenda have a catfight! We've not seen one of them for a while. And in Hollyoaks, Summer returns!!! She holds Sienna hostage on a cliff top – who will die? Plus in EastEnders, there's a fire at Phil's – Tommy, Scarlett and Janine are trapped in the flames!
Holby and Casualty 4-10 September
What a week in Holby – Cameron's explosive device is set to go off in 30 mins while Ange faces an emergency C section to save the twins… Over in Casualty, Tina's abuse of Jacob ratchets up a notch and an ambulance is called to their house – is the secret out?
Soap Secrets for 4-10 September
It the verdict in the trial in Coronation Street this week: who will be found guilty – Corey or Kelly? Over in Emmerdale there's a siege at the Hide – Wendy and Victoria are taken hostage and a shot is fired! Over in Hollyoaks there's a special episode on Friday to celebrate Channel 4's Black to Front day! And in EastEnders Janine returns – and sparks fly!
Holby and Casualty for 28 Aug-3 Sept
Have you gotten over the shock of Cameron returning to Holby yet? This week we see just what he is up to – why is he skulking around in the basement and can Hanssen catch him? Over in Casualty, Ethan and Matthew come to blows while Jan rushes to Ffion's side when she is injured – can they get their relationship back on track?
Soap Secrets for 28 Aug-3 Sept
It's the start of the trial in Corrie this week – plus we get a flashback to actually what happened on that fateful night. Over in Emmerdale Tracy vanishes as her post natal depression gets too much for her. Hollyoaks sees Tony make a tough decision regarding The Hutch… And in EastEnders Gray gets fired – and tells Shirley he has seen Tina on a bus. Is this the mistake which will get Gray caught?
Holby City and Casualty storylines for 21-27 August
Eli's mystery patient turns up in the hospital this week in Holby – just who is it? Over in Casualty, Tina attacks Jacob again – just where is this storyline going?
Soap storylines for 21-27 August
Has Meena lined up a new victim in Emmerdale? Over in Corrie, as we gear up for the trial of Corey and Kelly next week, Imran is confronted by a face from the past… Hollyoaks sees Mercy dealing with her blackmailer Donna Marie – but will it go to plan? And in EastEnders a heavily pregnant Linda is robbed in the Vic…
Holby and Casualty for 14-20 August
Fletch sees nasty Rich chatting to Evie and hits hit in Holby – has Fletch killed Rich? And to celebrate Casualty's big 35th birthday, much loved characters Cal, noel and Big Mac return for a special episode
Exclusive interview with Emmerdale's Paige Sandhu, who plays killer Meena
This week Meena kidnaps David's son Theo… Paige chats about what is driving her character
Soap Storylines for 14-20 August
Meena kidnaps David's son in Emmerdale while in Corrie Ty accidentally proposes to Alina. And it's the confrontation between Sienna and Summer this week in Hollyoaks – who will come out on top? And finally in EastEnders, Suki makes a shock confession to Honey!
Exclusive Olivia D’Lima chat, who plays Casualty's Fenisha
So this Saturday 7 August we see the conclusion to the Casualty two-parter. Will Ethan and Fenisha get their happy ending?
Casualty and Holby for 7-13 August
There's the clash of the titans in Holby when Jac and Hanssen argue over the fate of AAU and Darwin. In Casualty, it is the second of the two-parter – who will survive the train crash?
Soap Secrets for 7-13 August
What a week in the Soaps! Fiz is arrested for the salon flat fire in Corrie while in Emmerdale Mandy breaks up Liv and Vinny. Over in Hollyoaks, Brody returns – can he clear his name and in EastEnders will Ruby confess all to Jean?
Soap Secrets: Holby and Casualty 31 July-6 August
Jac's back in Holby City and calling the shots! And over in Casualty there is a two-parter for Ethan and Fenisha's wedding. Will the bride get there in time?
Soap Secret Special for 31 July-6 August
In Emmerdale this week we see a catfight between Nicola and Mandy. Lisa Riley, who plays Mandy, talks exclusively about how much fun it was!
Soap Secrets for 31 July-6 August
It's a big week in the soaps as there's a deadly fire in Corrie – will Alina survive? And in Emmerdale, there's a catfight between Mandy and Nicola. In Hollyoaks, will the police arrest Warren while in EastEnders will Keegan betray Tiff?
Soap Secrets Exclusive with Jennie McAlpine, Fiz in Coronation Street
Soaps editor Sarah Waterfall talks to Jennie about her character Fiz's recent relationship breakdown and about Fiz getting back into the dating game again!
Casualty screening Saturday 24 July
Don't miss this ground-breaking episode where the real Tina comes out and we see Jacob suffer at the hands of his partner
Soap Secrets: Holby and Casualty for 24-30 July
What a podcast this week; Davood Ghadami (EastEnders' Kush) joins Holby and sets the wards on fire! Over in Casualty it is a domestic abuse storyline with Jacob and Tina and we have an exclusive chat with Charles Venn who plays Jacob.
Soap Secrets for 24-30 July
It's another great week in the Soaps and in Corrie this week, just what is little Hope up to? Over in Emmerdale it is Leanna's funeral – and Meena drops the stolen ring… Will Mercy discover the truth about stepdaughter Cher in Hollyoaks while in EastEnders, Chelsea finds Tina's earring…
Holby and Casualty for 17-23 July
Is Evie in danger when she hosts at one of Jeni's fundraisers in Holby while in Casualty is it love at last for Fenisha and Ethan?
Soap Secrets for 17-23 July
What a week in Corrie as Ty takes a swing at Fiz's new boyfriend! Over in Emmerdale Meena continues with her evil mind games while in Hollyoaks it is Summer and Brody's wedding – what can go wrong? And finally in EastEnders, will Frankie tell Mick her shocking secret?
Holby and Casualty for 10-16 July
A much-loved character returns to Holby this week while in Casualty don't miss Leslie Ash in a guest-starring role!
Soap Secrets for 10-16 July
What a week in the Soaps! Fiz gets a date in Corrie! Go team Fiz! Over in Emmerdale Jimmy has a snog with Mandy – what will Nicola say! Over in Hollyoaks, is Sienna on to Summer and will Liberty get free? And finally in EastEnders, are Chelsea and Gray the perfect partners in crime?
Soap Secrets for 3-9 July
It's a big week in Holby when Jeni’s dark secret is revealed. Casualty is not on due to the England game
Soap Secret for 3-9 July
It's a cracking week in Emmerdale – there's a murder in the village! Over in Coronation Street Billy and Todd get engaged while in EastEnders, Harry Redknapp makes an appearance in the Square! Plus Diane gets a new friend in Hollyoaks but is she all that she seems?
Soap Secrets for 26 June-2 July
It is the knockout round of the final 16 in the Euros, so Casualty and Holby are subject to change at short notice. Pls see whattowatch.com for updates
In Holby, we look at the impact Kian's death has had on his colleagues while in Casualty Vanessa Lytton makes a shock return!
Soap Secrets for 26 June-2 July
It is the knockout round of the final 16 in the Euros, so Casualty, Holby, Emmerdale, Corrie and EastEnders are subject to change at short notice. Pls see whattowatch.com for updates
In Holby, we look at the impact Kian's death has had on his colleagues while in Casualty Vanessa Lytton makes a shock return! Over in Corrie, it's big news – Alina is pregnant! And in Emmerdale Meena is plotting to get David all to herself. Plus has Grace lost The Loft in in Hollyoaks while in EastEnders Linda hears from Max – is he back in the Square?
Soap Secrets for 26 June-2 July
It is the knockout round of the final 16 in the Euros, so Emmerdale, Corrie and EastEnders are subject to change at short notice. Pls see whattowatch.com for updates. Plus you can catch all the Emmerdale, Corrie and EastEnders episodes on ITV Hub or BBC iPlayer from Monday 28 June
In Corrie, it's big news – Alina is pregnant! And in Emmerdale Meena is plotting to get David all to herself. Plus has Grace lost The Loft in in Hollyoaks while in EastEnders Linda hears from Max – is he back in the Square?
Soap Secrets for 19-25 June
Don't forget from Monday 21 June, all this week's episodes of Emmerdale, Corrie and EastEnders are available on ITV Hub and iPlayer
There is no Casualty this week due to football while Holby there is more heartache for Fletch as Evie deteriorates after her stabbing last week. Over in Emmerdale Kim is dead and Will is arrested for murder! While in Corrie Leanne finally faces Harvey in court and in Hollyoaks, Diane gives birth – will it go to plan? And finally in EastEnders, as Chelsea upsets Gray, does he have his sights on his next victim?
Soap Secrets for 12-18 June
OMG! The BBC are axing Holby! Get the latest here! Plus in Casualty David's son Ollie is back in ED. Will David do something stupid? Over in Emmerdale, it is Leyla and Liam's big day – and Bernice turns up in a wedding dress! In Corrie, Alina gives Ty a makeover – will skinny jeans suit him!!? In Hollyoaks Liberty disappears and in EastEnders, meet the new Dot Cotton!
Soap Secrets for 5-11 June, published 1 June
Will Andrei's heart operation go to plan in Holby while it is a double dose of Casualty this week with Lev getting himself into more trouble and Tina suggesting that she and Jacob move into together! Over in Corrie, Fiz tells Ty he can't see the children until there's a proper consent plan in place while in Hollyoaks evil Fergus is up to no good again! Emmerdale sees Jimmy making a move on Mandy – yes really – while in EastEnders Sonia's dad Rocky takes a shine to Kathy!
Soap Secrets for 29 May-4 June
In Holby City this week, it is Max's operation – will it go to plan? Plus there are two episodes of Casualty this week and in the second episode we see Fenisha in a wedding dress – has Ethan popped the question or lost his girl? Over in Corrie, has Abi killed Corey? While in Emmerdale Bernice comes between Liam and Leyla – can she win him back? Evil Fergus is up to no good in Hollyoaks – will Peri catch him out? And in EastEnders, Big Mo leaves the Square to go on a cruise. What will the Slaters do without Big Mo!
Exclusive!
What's On TV's Soaps Editor Sarah Waterfall chats to Tanisha Gorey, who plays Asha in Coronation Street, about the shocking hate crime murder of Seb and how Asha is determined to bring killer Corey to justice
Soap Secret Special
Actor Samantha Giles chats to Soaps Editor Sarah Waterfall about Bernice's return in Emmerdale
Soap Secrets for 22-28 May
There's no Casualty this week as it is Eurovision! But in Holby, will Kian betray Fletch to get what he wants? Over in Corrie, Nick races back to the Street to save little Sam while Jenny discovers Sharon's dark secret! Over in Hollyoaks, Summer and Sienna get passionate. Yes that's right! And in Emmerdale Bernice returns and we have a special interview with the actress who plays her! And there's more shocks in EastEnders when Kat and her boys move in with Phil!
Soap Secrets, 15-21 May, published 11 May
Love is in the air for Fletch in Holby – who is the lucky lady? And romance is the theme in Casualty as well as Iain asks Faith out! Over in Hollyoaks we see more clues as to who killed PC George Kiss while in Corrie, Harvey's henchmen kidnap little Sam! It's a tough week for Mick as he faces abuser Katy in court in EastEnders while in Emmerdale, will Kim discover who is spiking her brandy?
Soap Secrets Special:
Corrie's Sally Carman, who plays Abi, talks about the death of her on-screen son Seb. It's an emotional listen
Soap Secrets 8-14 May, published Tuesday 4 May
In Holby City Hanssen is back where he belongs – as CEO! And in Casualty this week, there are two episodes to enjoy. Hollyoaks sees Fergus and Warren up to no good while in Coronation Street the residents are in shock as arrests are made. And over in EastEnders, it is Callum and Ben's big day while in Emmerdale Aaron is the victim of a shock attack!
Soap Secrets, 1-7 May, published 27 April
Over in Holby, Reyhan's death casts a long shadow over Hanssen while in Casualty we chat to Di Botcher, who plays Jan, about Jan’s drug smuggling storyline. Corrie fans won't want to miss this week's episodes as there is a shocking hate-crime attack on Nina and Seb! And in Emmerdale Lydia is arrested while in EastEnders Linda thinks she's pregnant – is it Max's? Plus Summer causes more trouble for Sienna in Hollyoaks!
Soap Secrets Casualty Special
Exclusive! As the final instalment in Jan's drug smuggling storyline fast approaches this Saturday 1 May in Casualty (BBC1, 8.20pm), Elaine Reilly, What's On TV's Casualty correspondent, chatted to Di Botcher about Jan's dilemma – will she confess and be sent to jail!
Soap Secrets 24-30 April, published 20 April
All the drama in all the Soaps just keeps getting better! Holby sees Hanssen in shock as Reyhan is re-admitted while in Casualty Jade is in danger when on a night out with Faith. Diane's mental health worsens in Hollyoaks and there is trouble at Karen's house when little Bailey takes matters into her own hands in EastEnders. Plus a liver is found for Peter in Corrie – but will the op go ahead and in Emmerdale the poisoner ups their game with Kim Tate. Just who is out to get her?
Soap Secrets for 17-23 April, published 13 April
Louis continues to steal in Holby – will Max find out? While in Casualty there's shock for Marty when his mum Bibi collapses. And in EastEnders, it is an unmissable week – will Whitney get her happy ever after? Over in Hollyoaks, there's terror for Peri when Ste sells the house to creepy Fergus and in Corrie it is Faye's court case – will she go to prison? And finally in Emmerdale, Vinny places an online bet… just where is this going?
Soap Secrets, 10-16 April, published Tuesday 6 April
OMG! Iain Dean returns to Casualty! Don't miss it! Plus Dom has a big favour to ask Sacha in Holby City while in Hollyoaks Sienna spikes Summer's drink… Over in EastEnders it is Kush's trial and in Corrie it is the day of Peter and Carla's wedding! And finally in Emmerdale, Kim collapses – is she dead?
Soap Secrets 3-9 April, published 30 March
It's Easter week and what a week the soaps have in store for us! Casualty sees Connie make a shock decision while in Holby City Hanssen confesses all to Sahira! Over in Corrie, Tyrone finally admits to Fiz he is in love with Alina while in Emmerdale Bob and Dan fight over Wendy! In EastEnders, Kush plans a surprise wedding for Whitney and in Hollyoaks, there is a special mental health epsiode where Luke relives a shocking episode from his past!
Soap Secrets for 27 March-2 April, published Tuesday 23 March
Ooooh, what a big week in Emmerdale – it is Mandy and Paul's wedding but things don't go to plan! Love is in the air in EastEnders as Whitney proposes to Kush while in Coronation Street, Nick declares he still loves Leanne! Over in Hollyoaks, A J Pritchard joins the soap this week! Plus there's always top drama in the medical Soaps with Casualty's Faith and Dylan's romance facing a rocky road while in Holby Nicky has to make a decision about her pregnancy!
Soap Secrets 2-26 March, published Tuesday 16 March
There's no Casualty this week due to Rugby but in Holby City it's the end for killer Cameron! Over in Hollyoaks, Summer switches her attention to Sienna while in Emmerdale can Will stop Kim from discovering Harriet's Secret? Over in EastEnders, Mick and Linda are back in the Vic while in Corrie, Leanne is arrested!
Soap Secrets for 13-19 March, published Tuesday 9 March
There's more drama in Holby when Ange goes missing while in Casualty will Faith choose Lev or Dylan? Over in EastEnders, there's a shock for Sharon and Kathy while in Coronation Street, Leanne turns drug dealer to save Simon. Over in Emmerdale, Paul commits a horrendous crime while in Hollyoaks it is Darren and Mandy's wedding Day…
Soap Secrets for 6-12 March, published Tuesday 2 March
This week in Holby City, will Chloe pay for Cameron's sins? While in Casualty, Jan turns drug mule to save her son. Emmerdale sees terror for Harriet when the grave is exhumed – but something is very wrong… Coronation Street sees Will Mellor charge into the Street as drug baron Harvey while in EastEnders, will Lucas kill again? And last but not least, in Hollyoaks just how far will Mandy go to protect her daughter Ella
Soaps Secrets for 27 Feb-5 March, published Tuesday 23 February
What a week in the medical Soaps! Cameron is cornered in Holby City – are Bobby's days numbered? Over in Casualty, Dylan and Lev almost come to blows over Fatih in the ED – who will she choose?
Meanwhile in EastEnders, Gray is on the warpath and Whitney is in danger! While in Corrie, has Leanne lost Simon to the drug gang? Emmerdale sees Jamie show his evil side to Gabby and in Hollyoaks, can Sid get enough evidence to shop Victor to the police?
Soap Secrets 20-26 February, published Tuesday 16 February
Things heat up for Cameron in Holby and that can't be good for anyone! While in Casualty paramedic Leon starts a romance with Connie's daughter's Grace… Over in Emmerdale Tracy gives birth – but will Nate be holding Tracy's hand? In EastEnders, Kat slept with Phil – where will it all end? There's more stress for Yasmeen in Corrie when Geoff's misdeeds come back to haunt her… Finally there's gun drama in Hollyoaks as Summer flips out at Brody and Felix over her dad!
Soap Secrets 13-19 February, released Tuesday 9 February
And it's another action-packed week in the Soaps with never a dull moment. In Holby City, after last week's cliffhanger, Dom is left fighting for his life. Over in Casualty, Fenisha's goes into labour in the middle of the woods! Will mother and baby survive? Max Branning, aka Jake Wood, says his final goodbye to EastEnders. We will miss him but will any residents? Debbie and Kevin are still trapped in the walk-in fridge in Corrie. Can Abi save them both? Over in Emmerdale, Gabby discovers that she is pregnant by Jamie Tate – will she tell him? And finally in Hollyoaks, Diane discovers who the father of her baby is – will it be Edward or Tony?
Soap Secrets for 6-12 February, published 2 February
And the medical Soaps just keep getting better and better! Holby City sees the return of Jodie! And she's pregnanat! Over in Casualty, it is another emotional week for Jan and Fenisha when they try to help a victim of domestic abuse. EastEnders sees Whitney and Kush share a bottle of wine on Valentine's Day – where will it end? And in Emmerdale, Al gets his revenge on Debbie by seducing her mother Charity… It's the day of the auction of No 8 in Coronation Street! Will David or Tracy win the auction or will a mystery bidder throw a spanner in the works? Meanwhile in Hollyoaks Verity's fake pregnancy lie is getting out of hand… And when Misbah spots Verity having a glass of wine, will the secret be revealed?
30 Jan-5 February Soap Secrets, published 26 January 2021
It's another big week in the medical Soaps with not one but two sieges! First up in Holby City, in a continuation from last week's storyline, Jac and the Holby City staff are held hostage by bad guy Remi! Over in Casualty, a man walks into the ED department with a homemade bomb! Will anyone survive? Has Lucas killed Denise in EastEnders? There's an empty flat and a trail of blood… Emmerdale sees the Tate/Dingles war hot up and Moira threatens Kim with a shotgun! While in Coronation Street, love is in the air for Nina and Asha. Aaaah! And finally in Hollyoaks, can anyone save Toby from Dr Ley?
Soap Secrets 23-29 January, published 19 January
Shots are fired in Holby – what's going on? Plus there's more drama in Casualty when Dylan and Faith are caught up in a horror crash! Over in Emmerdale, there's woman trouble for Flirty Al while in Coronation Street, has Debbie killed nasty Ray? And there's more shocks in EastEnders when serial killer Gray eyes up Whitney as a replacement wife while in Hollyoaks, will Brody discover Sienna and Warren's affair?
Soap Podcast for 16-22 January, published 12 January
There's terror for Sacha in Holby City this week as Jodie continues to poison Beka. Will she be found out? While over in Casualty, Ethan finally discovers Fenisha's secret – what will he do? And things heat up in Coronation Street when Ray drugs Abi – has he killed her? There's high drama in Emmerdale when Cain takes revenge on Mackenzie only for it to backfire badly – what has he done? Will Ian live to see another day in EastEnders as Sharon takes her final revenge? And finally, Edward's evil legacy casts a long shadow over Diane and Tony in Hollyoaks – what's happened now?
Soap Podcast 9-15 January, published 5 January
As the net tightens around Kian in Holby City, will Jac save the addict doctor? And in this week's Casualty, Faith finally confronts her husband Lev about Dylan's assertion that he saw Lev kissing a man…
Over in EastEnders, does killer Gray have his next victim in his sights? While Faye in Coronation Street thinks that she's pregnant with Ray's child! Emmerdale sees the return of Debbie Dingle after the Christmas reveal that she is flirty Al's lover and finally in Hollyoaks what does the future hold for John Paul and PC George Kiss?
Soap Secrets 2-8 January 2021
Hurrah! Casualty is back with a cracker of an episode!! You won't want to miss it. Plus over in Holby, Beka needs emergency surgery but where is her dad Sacha? And it is a lively start to 2021 in the Soaps. Over in Corrie, Leanne, still deep in grief, accidentally takes one too many sleeping pills… Can step son Simon save her? And there is romance brewing in Emmerdale – but who are the loved-up pair? There is family trouble for Stacey when Kush takes Arthur without her permission and it is the confrontation we've all been waiting for in Hollyoaks when Mercy comes face to face with Silas!
Soap Secrets 19 Dec-1 Jan
Over the Christmas period, neither Holby City nor Casualty will be on!
Grab your santa hats everyone, it's Christmas in the soaps and what a festive offering there is! Over in Emmerdale, there's a wedding – but will Paddy and Chas say I do? EastEnders sees high drama when Ian is attacked again – has the would-be assassin succeeded this time? There's little festive cheer for Leanne in Corrie as she prepares to spend her first Christmas without little Oliver. And in Hollyoaks, Edward tells Tony that Diane is dead. What has he done?
Soap Secrets 12-18 December
Still no Casualty but we are keeping a sharp eye out for its return!
Corrie sees a betrayal this week when Sarah calls the police and tells them about a body in the woods and who put it there… Over in Emmerdale, Will has to move Malone's body – will he be caught? While in EastEnders Mick rejects Linda – is it all over for the once unbreakable couple? Plus Sacha's daughter Beka makes an enemy of Jodie – will she live to regret it? And finally in Hollyoaks there's concern for Liberty as her mental health hits crisis point and puts little Faith in danger…
Soap Secrets 5-11 December
Casualty is still on a break due to the pandemic.
It's an unmissable week in Holby when Sacha makes a shock proposal while in EastEnders we see Jack make an arrest for the attack on Ian. Will he survive? As Corrie celebrates its 60th birthday, Yasmeen's trial comes to an end and the residents pull together to fight Ray's redevelopment. Over in Emmerdale, there's horror for Harriet when a parishioner makes a request! Over in Hollyoaks, Edward plans to propose to Diane – but will all his dirty secrets be revealed?
Casualty is still on a break due to the pandemic
It's another big week in the Soaps! Over in Holby Jac makes a shock declaration to Kian while in Coronation Street it is the start of Yasmeen's trial! Plus Hollyoaks sees Cher come face-to-face with serial killer Silas while in EastEnders, Ian is attacked and left for dead! Whodunnit?!!! And there's heartbreak for Emmerdale couple Laurel and Jai.
21-27 November Soap Secrets
Casualty is still on a break due to the pandemic
There's a blast from the past for Max in Holby City while in Emmerdale Priya gets her man but will he break her heart? Over in EastEnders, Mick is spiralling out of control, will anyone hear his cry for help? There's more mystery in Hollyoaks when Mitchell disappears – has Toby killed him? And in Coronation Street, Leanne and Steve say goodbye to their little boy
Soap Secrets 14-20 November
Will Emmerdale fans get their wish when Moira and Cain have a heart-to-heart? Is a reunion on the cards?
Over in Corrie, Ray gets nasty with Craig. Just what is the Bistro owner up to?
We find Marnie in danger in Hollyoaks when she confronts drug dealer Victor.
And in EastEnders sparks fly between Max and Linda… Will she betray Mick?
Plus Holby City is in shock when it is revealed that Sacha is living with Jodie! How can he forget Essie so soon?
Soap Secrets 7-13 November 2020
It's an exciting week as Holby City finally returns to our screens after a long break. We recap where we left off and talk about future storylines.
And it's a must-see Hollyoaks episode when Sid overdoses on drugs and has a life-changing injury.
Over in Emmerdale it's is crunch time for Paddy and Chas. Will they stay together?
Plus it's a sad week in Coronation Street as it is the court hearing for little Oliver – what will the verdict be?
And finally in EastEnders Mick comes face-to-face Frankie's mum…
Soap Secrets for 31 October-6 November 2020
Holby City and Casualty are currently off air due the pandemic
This week in Emmerdale, Moira comes face-to face with her brother. But with Moira in turmoil, what dark secret haunts her?
And there's more drama in Corrie as Geoff wields a spade at couple Sally and Tim – how much more can Sally take?
Friday sees an unmissable episode in EastEnders when Shirley and Mick have a showdown. Will he confess all?
Plus Edward is making creepy demands of Diane in Hollyoaks. What is behind his obsession with red hair?
wk 44, 24-30 October 2020
Due to the pandemic, Casualty and Holby City are currently off air
There's more drama in Coronation Street this week when Scott plans to rob The Bistro – Craig gets shot in the line of duty!
Over in Emmerdale, lonely Charity cheats on Vanessa when she meets a tall, dark stranger…
Kush's gambling is out-of-control in EastEnders – can Stacey and Jean stop him before he loses everything?
And in Hollyoaks, Sienna and Brody plan to flee with baby Faith – but will Liberty give up her daughter?
Soap Secrets 17-23 Oct 2020
Due to the pandemic, Casualty and Holby City are currently off air
Will Cain get his revenge on Jamie in Emmerdale for the hit and run on Moira and for his evil plan against Belle?
Over in Coronation Street Shona betrays David – will they ever get their marriage back on track?
And after the shock Stacey got last week in EastEnders when she discovered Ruby and Martin were married, things take a turn for the worse when Stacey is attacked!
It is a big week in Hollyoaks when the soap celebrates 25 years! The McQueens take centre stage when they are blackmailed – but who is behind it?
Soap Secrets for 10-16 Oct 2020
Due to the pandemic, Casualty and Holby City are currently off air
It's a big week in Coronation Street when a gangster looking for Todd holds Eileen at gunpoint. Will she survive?
Over in Emmerdale, Jamie sets in motion an evil plan against former lover Belle.
Plus there's a big shock for Stacey in EastEnders…
And finally Theresa McQueen returns to Hollyoaks. What does this mean for the McQueens?
Soap Secrets for 3-9 Oct 2020
Due to the pandemic, Casualty and Holby City are currently off air
There's joy in Coronation Street as it is Sally and Tim's wedding – but will Geoff ruin their big day?
Over in EastEnders, it's the start of Whitney's trial for the death of Leo while Mick confronts Frankie – but her reply shocks him!
While in Emmerdale, as the Dingles and the Tates battle over the fall out from Moira's hit and run, Jamie is found unresponsive at Home Farm…
Plus Felix faces his demons in Hollyoaks as he and Warren go into business together.
Soap Secrets from 26 Sept-2 Oct 2020
Currently, due to the pandemic, Casualty and Holby City are off air.
Flirty Al has caught the eye of unhappy Chas in Emmerdale! Lockdown has caused the once rock solid Chas and Paddy to pull in different directions – will Chas cheat?
Over in Coronation Street, Nick finally gets to meet his secret son Sam – but with little Olivier so ill and Leanne desperate for a miracle cure, where will the story head next?
There's a big shock for Denise in EastEnders while Linda and Max look very cozy – a little too cozy… And Raine and Stuart get married
And finally in Hollyoaks there's drama for triplets Mitchell, Celeste and Toby…
This week on Soap Secrets we discuss Sharon’s extreme grief in EastEnders and how lucky she is to have Ian for support, but little does she know that he had something to do with Dennis’s death.
Shona declares that she wants a divorce from David in Coronation Street, and we reveal the name of Holby’s new visiting consultant.
We also excitedly discuss Liam’s Devil’s dinner party in Hollyoaks, and ponder if the invite list will come from his dartboard of doom? All this and more is discussed in this week’s episode.
This week on Soap Secrets we’re celebrating 35 years of Neighbours and there’s lots to talk about; returning guests, 5 weddings, a storm, someone’s lost in the bush and someone gets a nasty snake bite.
On the Cobbles, Alya knows something sinister is going on between Geoff and Yasmine and she begs Yasmine to leave him, and in Emmerdale we see Marlon struggling to readjust to life after prison.
In Albert Square, Sharon is also struggling to cope with Dennis’s death and isn’t bonding with her and Keanu’s baby, and in Hollyoaks, will Edward tell Tony that he’s been having an affair with his wife? We talk about all this and more in this week’s episode.
This week in Soap Secrets, Coronation Street’s Gary discovers that Maria has slept with love rival Ali, and we discuss whether he will go too far with his revenge, and things get worse for Moira in Emmerdale as her prize bull is murdered.
There’s love in the air in EastEnders, we reveal two very sweet marriage proposals that are coming up.
Elsewhere, we discuss Sienna’s disappearance in Hollyoaks, leaving Liberty carrying her surrogate baby, and Ruby is struggling to look after Harmony in Casualty. All this and more in this week’s episode.
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This week, soap expert Alison Slade gives us the lowdown on Coronation Street’s special 10,000th episode, which sees some of the cast take a trip to Blackpool, expect a classic Corrie episode involving prosecco and calamity with some familiar faces.
Elsewhere on the Cobbles, we discuss the disturbing scenes this week involving Geoff and Yasmeen, is Yasmeen starting to question what is happening to her?
Over in Emmerdale, we learn that Pierce has murdered Graham, and we discuss the uncomfortable Tony, Diane and Edward love triangle in Hollyoaks. Our Casualty expert, Elaine Reilly, joins the discussion around Duffy’s last episode, which is sure to be unmissable. All this and more in this week’s episode.
This week on Soap Secrets we look ahead to EastEnders’ 35th anniversary and wonder what Coronation might do for their 60th anniversary at the end of the year.
One thing’s for sure though, the Mitchell's worries are going to continue in EastEnders and there are difficulties ahead for Shona and David in Coronation Street, will she survive being shot over Christmas?
It’s a big week in Hollyoaks with poor Tony finally being saved from the pig farm, but will his wife be pleased to see him? We’ll talk about all this and more in this week’s episode.
This week on Soap Secrets we discuss and reminisce about our favourite soap storylines of the year, with all the emotions that came with them.
EastEnders had its fair share of drama starting with Mel marrying bigamist Ray, and Phil also had a tough year, with his wife and daughter falling pregnant by the same man.
In Coronation Street, it was the year of Gary’s dark side, we ponder whether he will continue to get away with the factory collapse, and October brought the hugely emotional scenes of Sinead’s death.
One night out in Emmerdale changed several characters' lives forever, with Maya’s grooming exposed and Victoria suffering a horrific attack. We discuss all of this and more in this week’s episode.
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This week on Soap Secrets is all about Christmas and what’s coming up over the Festive period.
There’s plenty of drama; in Coronation Street there’s a siege, and Phil finally finds out who the father of Sharon’s baby is in EastEnders, and there are shocks in Emmerdale with the arrival of two babies.
To round it all up, it’s the wedding day of David and Rosa in Casualty, but will they go through with it? All this and more is discussed in this episode of Soap Secrets.
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This week on Soap Secrets, EastEnders take the glory in an episode of Strictly Come Dancing for Children in Need. There’s more drama to come between Moira and Cain in Emmerdale and we wonder whether Robert has killed Vicky in Coronation Street?
We chat about Honey finally breaking up with Adam in EastEnders and going to visit Billy, only to find that he’s not alone, and there’s a shock arrest in the Mercedes’ shooting storyline in Hollyoaks. All this and more is discussed in this week’s Soap Secrets.
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This week on Soap Secrets we’re joined by another of our soap experts, Alison Slade, and we’re looking back at the greatest soap weddings, from Scott and Charlene’s big day in Neighbours to Mick wearing Linda’s pink dressing gown in EastEnders.
Elsewhere in the episode, Linda is on a downward spiral in EastEnders and will we find out what Jade’s motives are in Coronation Street? There’s also a marriage proposal in Casualty. All this and more is discussed in this episode of Soap Secrets.
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This week on Soap Secrets, we discuss Maya coming out of prison in Emmerdale, and in Coronation Street, it’s all about Sinead’s funeral. There’s more sadness to come this week in Holby City as the Helen, Dom and Lofty baby triangle comes to a tragic end, and in Casualty, Duffy’s dementia struggles are exposed. All this and more is discussed in this episode of Soap Secrets.
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This week on Soap Secrets, we talk about Linda and Mick’s concerns over whether their son has autism, in Albert Square, and discuss whether Robert’s double life will be exposed in Coronation Street?
Cain and Aaron get into trouble this week in Emmerdale and we learn that Jac is starting to fall apart in Holby City.
Will Ste finally escape the far right group in Hollyoaks? All will be discussed in this episode of Soap Secrets.
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