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I'm not even speaking on the pay grade. I'm speaking in terms of story, acting [quality], etc. There is a major stigma out there against soaps, their writing, and their acting.

Oh God. We did not need this to happen. WTAF.

Or Nicole. JK, it's totally Sami, but could be Nicole, lmao.

week ending November 21 Monday, November 17, 2025 (Episode #173) Kat turns to an unexpected source for guidance. Bill issues a warning to Jacob. Dani and Andre decide to make a major investment. Leslie's involvement in WinterFest stirs emotions with some old friends. Tuesday, November 18, 2025 (Episode #174) Eva and Izaiah's connection deepens. Ted unexpectedly becomes a shoulder to cry on. Smitty and June have an overdue heart-to-heart while Samantha's punishment causes discomfort for her entire family. Vernon and Sharon meet under watchful eyes. Wednesday, November 19, 2025 (Episode #175) Kat and Martin's feud hits a boiling point. Eva has some tough questions to answer from her dad. Dani and Andre receive an important delivery, then make a declaration that will affect their future. Leslie tries to extort another Dupree. Thursday, November 20, 2025 (Episode #176) Martin chooses a side during a sibling rivalry. Shanice puts Leslie on notice. Naomi deflects Bill's questions about the state of her marriage while having to extend an apology to Hayley. Ted helps an ailing Peaches out. Friday, November 21, 2025 (Episode #177) Anita doesn't mince words with both Thomas women. Tyrell shocks his dads with his choice for the future. Nicole receives an offer from Carlton. Martin seeks some much-needed advice from his grandfather. Vernon makes plans for another clandestine date.

I do believe, in general, they are right. I do believe, as Genie Francis pointed out, that the pandemic shifted things a bit. But at the same time, I also think it is a product of the time. People ask for those slow-burning romances, but when they are given, they complain things are too slow. I will say, couples (in general) are something I do believe General Hospital struggles with. Not as much as, say, The Bold and the Beautiful does (they switch couples up almost as much as one changes their undergarments), but the idea and concept of a couple (not even mentioning supercouples) is lost in modern storytelling on soaps.

week ending November 21 Monday, November 17, 2025 – Episode #15838 Britt and Emma face off. Lulu confides in Carly. Trina wants to confess. Alexis confers with Felicia. Dante loses his temper. Tuesday, November 18, 2025 – Episode #15839 Jason offers an apology. Dante opens up to Lulu. Sidwell is left fuming. Britt issues an ultimatum. Brennan questions Carly. Wednesday, November 19, 2025 – Episode #15840 The election results are in. Alexis briefs Jason. Emma is outraged. Vaughn summons Josslyn. Nathan provides an ear to Lulu. Thursday, November 20, 2025 – Episode #15841 Laura makes a shocking discovery. Britt is shaken. Lucas and Marco dine with Ava. Michael introduces Jacinda to Sonny. Chase furthers his investigation. Friday, November 21, 2025 – Episode #15842 Michael plays peacemaker. Chase has news for Alexis. Marco makes a big decision. Gio confides in Sonny. Jason grills Britt.

I agree, and the script work by Teresa Zimmerman and Lynn Martin proved that today.

I disagree; I think it's found its own pace that works for them and is not comparable with the other soaps, which is to their advantage. It's a different kind of soap.

Yes, he is. Just be glad he hasn't been named head writer... yet!

date: Friday, November 14, 2025 | Teresa Zimmerman, Lynn Martin | Phideaux Xavier So nice to see Nicole and Vanessa unwind at Uptown for a cocktail and some chit-chat. Oh God. It is the dinner from Hell upcoming, right? The con artist child bride is slapping it on extra thick with Jacob and Naomi. Whew. Joey is not backing down on the Randy angle where his "cuz" is concerned. He knows something is up! A family vacation? That is an interesting idea. Dana, your overdramatic behind should go audition for a community play. I am sure you would book the lead in an instant. Ouch, the dinner is getting more steely and cold by the moment. Dana, I know one something you could do... seek professional help! The banter between Martin and Nicole is cute. I like those moments between son and mother. But he has every single right to feel the way he does about the spoilt bitch and her inability to keep her mouth shut in public about private things. Vanessa unspiraling with Steve is everything; she clearly sees Douglas in him and does not want him to end in the same position. Poor Laura having severe PTSD from seeing Dana; yeah, this is going to spiral some more as we head into WinterFest more. Not the con artist child bride's dream getaway being invaded by the Hawthornes. But uh-oh, Naomi saw a prescription for the pill. YOU BEEN CAUGHT! Dana needs to back off of Martin... she has already manipulated him enough. I wonder what Anita and Nicole have up their sleeves where Dana is concerned. Joey's snide remarks lately are quite... cutting, if I do say so. Makes me wonder much more about him, and I wish Vanessa would wonder more. Not the lie about the birth control pills. Girl, your plans are not working. Just give it up! "Nothing's aching for me?" Oh, Vanessa. I would not say it is aching. Throbbing? Sure. But aching? Oh, Vanessa is PLAYING Joey. I know she is. That smile gave it all away. Notes: David Lami Friebe (Izaiah) needs to STOP! I get sick just looking at him. It has to be nipped in the bud. Trisha Mann-Grant (Dana) continues to stand out in how she presents the text brought to her. When the script is good, you can easily present it, and the scripts continue to be excellent. Lauren Buglioli (Vanessa) is delicious. Purely delicious. She knows what she is doing, and she does it exceptionally well.

Credits for Friday, November 14, 2025: Created by: Frank & Doris Hursley Executive producer: Frank Valentini Head writers: Elizabeth Korte and Chris Van Etten Writers: Nigel Campbell; Stacey Pulwer and Cathy Lepard Director: Robert Markham

Today was Casey Kasprzyk's first credited episode as executive producer on The Bold and the Beautiful.

Writers: Teresa Zimmerman Lynn Martin Director: Phideaux Xavier

week ending November 21 Monday, November 17, 2025 – Episode #13255 Phyllis and Cane's alliance takes an interesting turn. Claire and Holden clear the air. Lily confronts Adam and Chelsea about their scheming. Tuesday, November 18, 2025 – Episode #13256 Victor helps Nick retaliate against Matt Clark. Jack interrogates Nikki. Phyllis and Cane turn up the heat. Wednesday, November 19, 2025 – Episode #13257 Nikki gives Claire a history lesson. Audra plots her next move. Lily commiserates with Holden. Thursday, November 20, 2025 – Episode #13258 Nick digs for dirt. Noah and Sienna fall into a trap. Sharon stands her ground with Matt Clark. Friday, November 21, 2025 – Episode #13259 Family and friends gather for Cricket and Danny's long-awaited wedding.

I understand where she's coming from, but I do feel like the stigma still exists and will continue to, unfortunately, exist.

week ending November 21 Monday, November 17, 2025 – Episode #15250 Sarah makes a breakthrough. Eric and Belle have words with EJ. Brady reassures Rachel. Javi accuses Gabi. Tuesday, November 18, 2025 – Episode #15251 Chad vents to Gabi. EJ, Rafe, and Lucas discuss their mutual ex. Xander and Brady question each other. Theo and Jada go on a date. Unseen threats loom over Stephanie and Alex. Wednesday, November 19, 2025 – Episode #15252 Johnny and Chanel struggle with the baby. EJ tries to reach Johnny. Cat fends off a robbery. Shawn supports Belle. Thursday, November 20, 2025 – Episode #15253 Xander thanks Brady. Rachel sets her sights on Sarah. Rafe and Cat hit a wall. Justin warns Jennifer. Jeremy advises Chad. Friday, November 21, 2025 – Episode #15254 Rachel confronts Brady and Sarah. Kayla is suspicious of EJ. Rolf and Mark work on a mysterious experiment. Aaron tries to get through to Sophia.

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Last time, they were ahead for eighteen episodes. I am sure it'll be fixed eventually.

Daniel Goddard (Henry, GH) revealed he auditioned for the role of Patrick Drake, which ultimately was cast with Jason Thompson (Billy, Y&R). He also auditioned for the role of Brad Snyder on As the World Turns but lost out to Austin Peck (ex-Austin, DAYS).

Yes, she would have; although, she could have done well in any of the roles, truthfully. But fate was not in her realm regarding Y&R. It all worked out in the end I would say.