The Bold and the Beautiful fans, get ready! Rebecca Budig is teaming up with Days of Our Lives star Greg Rikaart for Soapy. This new podcast promises insider stories, major guest reveals, and nostalgic nods to your favorite daytime shows. The soap universe is about to get louder!
The Bold and the Beautiful & Days of Our Lives Soap Legends Join Forces
Rebecca Budig, who plays Taylor Hayes on The Bold and the Beautiful, is bringing her love for soaps to a new medium. She’s joined by Greg Rikaart, best known as Leo on Days of Our Lives and Kevin on The Young and the Restless. Together, these veterans will launch Soapy, a podcast celebrating the entire soap genre.
This series isn’t just about gossip and memories. It’s a heartfelt tribute to the enduring charm of daytime drama. Set to launch July 8, the podcast will feature weekly episodes with guests from both current and classic shows. That includes General Hospital, The Young and the Restless, and yes—The Bold and the Beautiful and Days of Our Lives.
Their mission is clear: celebrate soaps and those who make them magical. From producers to writers to stars, every episode dives deep into the heart of soapland.
A-List Guests and Cross-Network Unity
Soapy is bringing a stellar lineup for its debut run. The first guest? None other than Eric Braeden, Victor Newman from The Young and the Restless. After him, soap icon Deidre Hall, who plays Marlena on Days of Our Lives will make an appearance. The podcast also plans to feature Heather Tom, Lawrence Saint-Victor, and Scott Clifton—all staples on The Bold and the Beautiful.
But Soapy isn’t limiting itself to one network. The show is hosted by CBS, yet embraces all soaps—past and present, including Beyond the Gates and even Desperate Housewives. Whether it’s primetime or daytime, if it’s soap, it’s on the table.
This cross-network approach is a fresh change. It reflects what fans already know: soap loyalty isn’t tied to a single channel. It’s about characters, drama, and unforgettable storytelling.
Real Friendship, Real Conversations
Rebecca and Greg aren’t just co-hosts—they’re longtime friends. Their easy chemistry brings authenticity and charm to every episode. Their conversations promise to be raw, real, and rich with emotion. Whether they’re chatting with co-stars or crew members, expect honesty, laughter, and revelations.
And this isn’t just for nostalgia. Soapy aims to explore what keeps fans invested, even after decades. From the thrill of cliffhangers to the power of redemption arcs, the podcast dives into why shows like The Bold and the Beautiful and Days of Our Lives still matter.
Fans can tune in on Audacy or watch full video episodes on the CBS Brand YouTube Channel. The series will run through September 30, offering a summer-long soap celebration.
The Bold and the Beautiful and Days of Our Lives fans, this podcast is made for you. With Soapy, Rebecca Budig and Greg Rikaart promise a fun, nostalgic, and deeply personal ride through soap opera history and fandom. Watch it unfold weekly on CBS’s YouTube and Audacy. For more daytime drama updates, stay with Soap Opera Daily
