The Locher Room

Hank Northrop joined me in The Locher Room for a meaningful conversation about stepping into daytime television and carrying forward an extraordinary family legacy. Hank made his  Days of Our Lives  debut as Liam Selejko in October 2025, and we talked about what it’s been like joining Salem, his first days on set, and learning from daytime icons including James Reynolds and Deidre Hall. He also sh...

In this episode of  Conversations with Alan , I’m joined by  Ely Winkler , Director of Advancement for  Eshel , for an honest and deeply personal conversation about faith, identity, and belonging. Ely shares his journey growing up Orthodox as the son of a rabbi, navigating the fear and uncertainty of coming out, and searching for a place where he could live authentically without abandoning his fai...

Caryn Richman joined me in The Locher Room for a heartfelt and wide-ranging conversation about a career that spans Broadway, daytime, primetime, film, and beyond. Caryn shared her early dream of performing on Broadway and the audition that changed her life, landing her in the original run of  Grease  as Sandy. We talked about what those early years taught her about discipline, storytelling, and fi...

In this episode of  The Locher Room , Alan welcomes dactor  Lucas Adams , who recently stepped into the role of  Noah Newman  on  The Young and the Restless . Lucas shares stories about growing up in Texas, the moment he discovered acting, and how his very first television role happened right on the Y&R set years before returning as a series regular. He reflects on his seven years as Tripp Joh...

Stephen Nichols and Mary Beth Evans reunited in  The Locher Room  to celebrate  60 years of Days of Our Lives  and the enduring legacy of Steve “Patch” Johnson and Dr. Kayla Brady. They looked back on their earliest days in Salem, the twists and turns that shaped their iconic supercouple, and the emotional scenes that became fan favorites. They shared behind-the-scenes memories, reflected on their...

Join me for a fascinating conversation with  Emmy-nominated costume designer Mandi Line , whose bold, creative vision has shaped some of television’s most stylish and unforgettable worlds. From her early days designing music videos and red-carpet looks to her breakout work on fan favorites like  Shameless  and  Pretty Little Liars , Mandi has built a career defined by character, storytelling, and...

Emmy-nominated actress, author, and advocate  Victoria Rowell  joins Alan for a heartfelt and inspiring conversation in  The Locher Room . Victoria opens up about her extraordinary path — from learning ballet on a Maine farm and dancing professionally with ABT II to landing her first daytime role as  Nella Franklin  on  As the World Turns  in a story that has to be heard to be believed. She reflec...

For the first time together in  The Locher Room , real-life husband and wife  Kim Zimmer  and  A.C. Weary  joined me for a warm, funny, and deeply personal conversation about love, family, and a lifetime in the spotlight. They shared stories of meeting while performing summer stock in the early 1970s, their early days on  One Life to Live , and how Kim was the one who proposed. The couple reflecte...

In this special episode of  The Locher Room , we looked back on the extraordinary life and career of  Eileen Fulton , the woman who brought  As the World Turns’  unforgettable  Lisa Grimaldi  to life for nearly 50 years. Eileen was a true trailblazer — one of daytime television’s first complex, modern women. Her strength, wit, and glamour redefined what a soap heroine could be and made Lisa Grimal...

Actress Olivia d’Abo joined me in  The Locher Room  for a conversation filled with great stories from across her career. Olivia reflected on her early start in  Conan the Destroyer , her breakout as Karen Arnold on  The Wonder Years , and what that role has meant to her through the years. She also shared the excitement of her first Daytime Emmy nomination for  The Bay , talked about her love of pl...

What’s in a name? For these families, everything! In this special episode of  The Locher Room , fans share the heartfelt (and hilarious!) stories behind naming their children after beloved soap opera characters and stars. You'll meet: 🍼 Reva, coincidentally shares her name with GL’s legendary Reva Shayne 🍼 Carly, whose dad kept the name’s  GH  origin a secret from his husband 🍼 Colby, Olivi...

🎙️ Two-time Emmy winner  Mike Manning  stops by  The Locher Room  podcast to talk about his newest feature,  Unexpected Treasures . From filming in the Mojave to updates on fan-favorite “Smitty” and  Beyond the Gates , Mike shares behind-the-scenes stories, what drew him to this quirky role, and why this indie gem is the perfect feel-good “popcorn movie” for fall. Unexpected Treasures  is streamin...

Finn Carter joins me for a conversation fans have been waiting for. Beloved as Sierra Esteban Montgomery on  As the World Turns , Finn reflects on her Oakdale years alongside co-stars like Scott Bryce, Peter Boynton, and Elizabeth Hubbard. She also takes us behind the scenes of the cult-classic film  Tremors , shares stories from across her career in TV and film, and opens up with honesty about he...

In this episode of  Conversations with Alan , I spoke with filmmakers  Todd Morehead  and  Justin Kron  about their powerful documentary,  October 7: Bearing Witness to the Massacre. The film examines the atrocities of October 7, 2023—the deadliest day for the Jewish people since the Holocaust—through survivor stories, first responders, a former hostage, and chilling footage captured by the terror...

The  Texas  cast reunion continued in  The Locher Room !  Tina Johnson  (Lurlene Harper),  Harley Jane Kozak  (Brette Wheeler; also Annabelle on  Guiding Light  and Mary on  Santa Barbara ),  Michael Woods  (Mark Wheeler; also  All My Children , Jim Reardon on  Guiding Light , and Alec Wallace on  As the World Turns ), and  Terri Garber  (Allison Linden; also Iris Dumbrowski on  As the World Turns...

Susan Walters and Linden Ashby looked back on their NYC beginnings and meeting on ABC’s  Loving  (Lorna Forbes & Curtis Alden). We discussed Susan’s 2022 return as Diane Jenkins and Linden’s 2024 comeback as Cameron Kirsten on  The Young and the Restless , their Daytime Emmy nominations, co-directing Lifetime films, favorite co-stars, welcoming their first grandchild, and Linden’s two-episode ...

🎬  Exit Interviews  is a bold new indie drama about love, loss, and the truths we discover when we look back. In this episode of  The Locher Room ,  Tuc Watkins ,  Garrett Abdo , and surprise guest  Adam Huss  open up about the film’s raw, funny, and brutally honest story. Tuc reflects on lessons learned from Erika Slezak and working with  OLTL  alum Nathan Fillion, while Garrett shares how his s...

Actor  Peter Porte  joined me in  The Locher Room  for a candid and wide-ranging conversation you will not want to miss. We covered everything from his latest role as  Deacon Granville  in the audio drama  Montecito  to the importance of authentic representation on screen and in storytelling. Peter spoke openly about his own coming out journey, sharing how his personal experiences have shaped the...

Don’t miss this powerful and extended conversation with As the World Turns alum Scott Bryce  in  The Locher Room . Scott opens up about his recent battle with Stage 3 stomach and esophageal cancer, including two near-death experiences that changed his life forever. He shares why it’s so important to listen to your body and get to the doctor the minute something feels off—and how he's finding stren...

🎉  Days of Our Lives  received 13 Daytime Emmy nominations — and we’re celebrating in  The Locher Room  with several of the nominated stars! Joining me for this special Emmy-themed conversation: 🌟  Outstanding Lead Performance in a Daytime Drama Series: Actor • Eric Martsolf as Brady Black • Greg Rikaart as Leo Stark • Paul Telfer as Xander Kiriakis ✨  Outstanding Supporting Performance in a Da...

Jake Weary is everywhere right now—and he stopped by  The Locher Room  for an in-depth conversation. He’s heating things up on Netflix as Cane Buckley in  The Waterfront , just came off the Tribeca premiere of his new film  Westhampton , and still has fans hooked from  The Walking Dead: Dead City . And yes,  Animal Kingdom  is blowing up all over again now that it’s streaming. We covered it all—pl...

The incredibly talented  Alice Barrett-Mitchell  stopped by  The Locher Room  to reflect on her career and time in Bay City. Best known for her unforgettable seven-year run as Frankie Frame on NBC’s  Another World , Alice has also appeared in  Law & Order: SVU ,  Billions ,  Chicago Med ,  Heels , and more—spanning stage and screen. We talked about her journey from growing up in NYC to being i...

he Locher Room  celebrated Pride Month with a very special guest:  Jill Powell  — Broadway actress, LGBTQ+ advocate, and former  As the World Turns  cast member. Jill began her professional journey at just 13, performing in national tours, TV commercials, and on Broadway in shows like  A Chorus Line ,  Damn Yankees , and  Grand Hotel . Daytime fans will remember her as Marcy Breen on  As the World...

Knots Landing Reunion: Constance McCashin & John Pleshette! We’re heading back to Seaview Circle with Constance McCashin and John Pleshette—beloved for their roles as Laura and Richard Avery on the iconic CBS prime-time series  Knots Landing . More than four decades after the show's debut, Constance and John remain close friends. In this special reunion, they share stories from the set, reflec...

The Locher Room  celebrated Pride Month with cast members from the groundbreaking new daytime drama  Beyond the Gates . Joining the conversation: ⭐  Mike Manning  (Bradley “Smitty” Smith) — two-time Daytime Emmy winner, known for  The Bay ,  Days of Our Lives ,  This Is Us , and  Teen Wolf ⭐  Brandon Claybon  (Martin Richardson) — seen in  Grey’s Anatomy ,  How to Get Away with Murder ,  General...