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Red flag warnings: General Hospital commentary for the week of April 18, 2025

General Hospital Commentary: Red flag warning

Trouble is brewing in Port Charles. Will Lulu figure out Lois' dirty little secret? Can Sonny hold onto his piers -- and power -- or will fate force him into…

Liz Masters April 19, 2025

Comedy Entertainment

SNL S50 E 17 – Jon Hamm: Tariffs, White POTUS, and SNL Gets Meta

Jon Hamm returned to host Saturday Night Live for the fourth time. It’s hard to believe that he last hosted in 2010. He has made 14 cameo appearances, so at…

Jen McClure April 17, 2025

Criminal Intent: General Hospital Commentary for the week of April 11, 2025. Former Soap Central columnist Liz Masters shares her opinions and editorial on General Hospital in a new home -- DanJKroll.com

Editorial Entertainment Soap Operas

General Hospital Commentary: Criminal Intent

Secrets, lies, blackmail, and malfeasance. It was just another week in Port Charles, as dirty deeds were covered up and bad actors seemed to rule the day. Is it time…

Liz Masters April 12, 2025

Editorial Entertainment Soap Operas

My View From Beyond the Gates: Lights! Camera! Potassium AF!

A fashion show that was supposed to be nicely wrapped up in a bow-shaped handbag led to superstar dreams, lies, and revenge. An adulterous affair and an attempted murder were…

Dan J Kroll April 12, 2025

Comedy Entertainment

SNL S50 E16: Jack Black’s High-Energy Return

Jack Black returned to host Saturday Night Live, 20 years since his last hosting gig. Jack brought his contagious energy, which salvaged an otherwise mediocre episode. That said, there were…

Jen McClure April 9, 2025

A look at some of the best songs from one-hit wonders in the 1980s.

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The 80s Countdown: One-Hit Wonders

Hello everyone. This week, we present another special 80s Countdown, similar to the previous two columns that celebrated unique Cyndi Lauper and the songwriting legend Diane Warren. This week, we…

Nick M April 8, 2025

April fools: General Hospital Commentary for the week ending April 4, 2025 Former Soap Central Two Scoops columnist Liz Masters shares her opinions and editorial on General Hospital in a new home -- Dan J Kroll's personal web site

Editorial Entertainment Soap Operas

General Hospital Commentary: April Fools

April kicked off with an impressive milestone and some great soapy moments. These days, fools abound in Port Charles because no one seems to make smart choices. Will Kristina do…

Liz Masters April 4, 2025

Tide, tort, and tempting tortellini: Beyond the Gates Commentary for the week ending April 4, 2025. Soap Central founderDan J Kroll shares his opinions and editorial on daytime in a new home -- DanJKroll.com

Editorial Entertainment Soap Operas

Beyond the Gates commentary: Tide, tort, and tempting tortellini

Father versus daughter. Open marriages. Gossipy nurses. Secret baby daddies. Hidden family secrets. How many ways can Beyond the Gates craft soapy drama? The pastabilities are endless! Good news! I…

Dan J Kroll April 4, 2025

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SNL S50 E15: Mikey Madison – Must-watch Moments

Saturday Night Live returned this week after two weeks off, with host and recent Oscar-winning actress, Mikey Madison. This episode was pretty typical SNL, with its fair share of winning…

Jen McClure April 3, 2025

Rage against the patriarchy: Beyond the Gates Commentary for the week ending March 28, 2025. Soap Central founderDan J Kroll shares his opinions and editorial on daytime in a new home -- DanJKroll.com

Editorial Entertainment Soap Operas

Beyond the Gates commentary: Rage against the patriarchy

What does one do when everything seems to be falling to pieces? Blame your dad, of course! Other suitable options include suing your father, back-talking to your grandfather, and possibly…

Dan J Kroll March 28, 2025