The Locher Room

Catch up with Emmy Award-winning actress and director Kimberly McCullough in this episode of The Locher Room. From capturing hearts as Robin Scorpio on General Hospital for 30 years to becoming a powerhouse director in Hollywood, Kimberly has had an extraordinary journey. We’ll take a deep dive into her career on GH, her emotional and groundbreaking storylines, and how those experiences shaped her...

Ashley Jones is a four-time Daytime Emmy-nominated actress, writer, director, and executive producer who recently sat down for an incredible conversation in The Locher Room! Fans know her as 'Dr. Bridget Forrester' on The Bold and the Beautiful, the number one serial drama worldwide, and as 'Daphne' on HBO’s hit series True Blood. Her career spans primetime favorites, Lifetime movies, and her othe...

Actress, author, and artist Ami Dolenz recently joined The Locher Room for a captivating conversation. 🌟 Ami, daughter of The Monkees legend Micky Dolenz, carved her own legacy in Hollywood with unforgettable roles in General Hospital, Miracle Beach, Can’t Buy Me Love, and cult classics like Pumpkinhead II and Witchboard II.  Fans will love hearing about her time on Junior Star Search and behind-...

Nancy St. Alban, beloved for her role as Michelle Bauer Santos on Guiding Light, was a recent guest on The Locher Room. She shared insights about her career, her friendships with Paul Anthony Stewart and Saundra Santiago, and how George Alvarez first introduced her to yoga. Nancy also opened up about her recovery from a carotid artery injury and how her yoga practice has guided her through the hea...

Listen to a conversation filled with inspiration and reflection with beloved actress and author Barbara Rodell. Known for her unforgettable roles as Lee Randolph on Another World, Jill Clayborn on The Secret Storm, Leslie Jackson Bauer Norris on Guiding Light, and Joyce Colman on As the World Turns, Barbara has left an indelible mark on daytime television. Barbara will also share the spiritual jou...

Listen to this profound episode of Conversations with Alan featuring Marc Bennett and Tim Roper, the producers and co-directors of the powerful documentary For the Living. Marc and Tim take us on a journey through humanity’s most essential question: When will we truly say "NEVER AGAIN" and commit to ending the cycle of dehumanization? For the Living tells the incredible story of Marcel Zielinski,...

Listen in for a captivating conversation with Oscar® & Emmy® award-winning filmmaker Anthony Giacchino as we explore his new podcast, True Crimes of Black Hand New York. I In this Locher Room episode, we’ll dive deep into the life of Joe Petrosino, the legendary NYPD detective who led the Italian Squad and faced down NYC’s most dangerous crime syndicates. Known for his fearless pursuit of just...

The talented Ukrainian-American actress Alla Korot sat down to look back at an incredilble career and a surprise visit from her Another World co-star Ricky Paull Goldin.  Best known for her iconic roles on some of daytime's biggest shows, Alla made her mark as Jenna Norris on Another World in the early 90s and as Allie Doyle Martin on All My Children from 1997-1998. She later joined General Hospit...

Valarie Pettiford sat down in The Locher Room to talk about her exciting return to daytime television and so much more! Valarie made her debut as “Amy Lewis” on The Young and the Restless on October 29th—a character last seen in 1990. Valarie is no stranger to daytime drama, having previously portrayed Detective Courtney Walker on Another World and “Sheila Price” on One Life to Live. Currently, Va...

🌍 Listen to this very special episode of Conversation with Alan. This important conversation marks the one-year anniversary of the tragic events of October 7, 2023, when Hamas launched a surprise attack on the State of Israel. I was honored to have Alon Penzel with us to discuss his compelling new book, Testimonies Without Boundaries: Israel: October 7th, 2023. This book contains exclusive, shock...

Don't miss this special episode of The Locher Room featuring the incredibly talented @juanpablodipace. We’ll dive into his latest feature film, Duino, which he wrote, directed, and stars in. The film has won over nine awards including the Jury Award for Best Screenplay and the Audience Award for Best Narrative Feature at the Out at the Movie International Film Festival.   Born in Buenos Aires, Jua...

Listen to this exciting episode of The Locher Room as we welcome back the incredibly talented Van Hansis.  Van returned to daytime TV in the role of Lucas Jones on General Hospital, and he’s also a five-time Daytime Emmy nominee. In addition to his return to daytime, Van has been busy over the last few years coaching actors who have booked roles in over 70 network TV shows, feature films, and Broa...

Listen to The Locher Room for a special episode in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness. I sat down with Michelle Ray Smith, best known for her role as Ava Peralta on Guiding Light.  While fans will get a glimpse into her time in Springfield, Michelle will be sharing her deeply personal journey through breast cancer. Crystal Chappell drops in to show her support for Michelle. Diagnosed first in late 2...

Listen as I welcome two amazing guests, Julie Dove and Lauren-Marie Taylor, for a special conversation! 📺 Julie Dove recently wrapped her latest stint on Days of Our Lives as the villainous "Connie," turning heads with her captivating portrayal of a character gone bad. Lauren-Marie Taylor is best known for her 12-year role as "Stacy Donovan" on ABC's Loving. She also made waves in the horror genr...

Listen to an exciting conversation with the talented Paul Carafotes! Paul is an award-winning actor, writer, and director who has graced our screens in beloved shows like The Greatest American Hero, Different Strokes, Knots Landing, MINDHUNTER, and the second season of Tulsa King.  Having worked alongside legends like Brad Pitt, Tom Cruise, Demi Moore, and James Gandolfini, Paul has carved out an...

Listen to a powerful and inspiring episode of The Locher Room with Beth Chamberlin and Tina Sloan. Beth Chamberlin will be my guest to discuss the Rockland Women Leaders Hall of Fame Celebration where she was honored by the Center for Safety & Change. Beth is being recognized for her incredible work with her Nyack Boot Camp, where she empowers people of all ages to enhance their physical well-...

Listen to The Locher Room for an exclusive conversation with Dan J. Kroll, founder of Soap Central! After 30 years at the helm of the longest-running soap opera website, Dan Kroll has made a bold move by stepping away from Soap Central. The site was sold to Absolute Sports, a tech-led sports and gaming media giant. We'll dive deep into Dan's journey from launching Soap Central in 1995 to becoming...

Join us in The Locher Room as we celebrate a remarkable milestone with three of daytime television’s brightest stars — Sharon Case, Joshua Morrow, and Michelle Stafford — in honor of their 30-year journey on The Young and the Restless! Michelle Stafford, who originated the role of Phyllis Summers in 1994, is back on Y&R since 2019 and has earned a total of twelve Daytime Emmy nominations, winn...

Join us as we honor the 15th anniversary of the final episode of Guiding Light in this episode of The Locher Room! ✨ I'm excited to welcome Guiding Light’s Frank Dicopoulos, who captivated audiences for 22 years as the beloved Frank Cooper! Frank's career began in primetime with memorable appearances on Falcon Crest, Who's the Boss?, and Hotel to name a small few.  Currently, he lends his voice t...

Join us in The Locher Room for a special conversation with Emmy Award-winning producer, writer, and director, Jody Small. We'll be discussing her powerful one-hour documentary, The Storm & The Boats, which captures the raw, emotional, and diverse experiences of New Jersey residents during the COVID-19 pandemic. Derived from her Pandemic Stories Project, Jody filmed over 25 hours of oral histor...

I couldn’t be more excited to finally welcome actor Steven Weber to The Locher Room! Join Steven and I as we dive into his remarkable career and revisit one of his earliest and most memorable roles as Kevin Gibson on As the World Turns.  Steven is currently captivating audiences on NBC’s Chicago Med, produced by the legendary Dick Wolf. His recent credits include HBO’s Ballers, Epix’s Get Shorty,...

Tune-in to listen to a new interview with actress and singer Melanie Smith.  I chatted with the talented actress, singer, and my friend, Melanie Smith. Melanie about her new jazz album, The Broken and the Breaker, which is out now. Fans know and love Melanie for her portrayal of Emily Stewart on As the World Turns, her memorable role as Jerry's girlfriend on NBC's hit show, Seinfeld and so much mo...

Listen in to a very special episode of Conversations with Alan featuring award-winning author Heather Morris who joined me from Brisbane, Australia. Heather dropped by to discuss her New York Times Bestselling book, The Tattooist of Auschwitz, which has sold over 13 million copies worldwide since its release in 2018, and the Peacock series of the same name that premiered in May 2024. The series st...

Listen to this special episode of The Locher Room featuring two incredible guests— Debbie Matenopoulos and Andy Paige. Debbie, a five-time Emmy® nominee, has been a staple in the entertainment industry for nearly three decades, known for her work on Home and Family, The View, and much more. Andy, an actress, beauty expert, and inventor, is currently appearing as Pearl on @General Hospital. We dove...

Catch a special Author's Afternoon in The Locher Room! First, find inspiration with Jolie Downs as she guides you through Thriving After 40. Based on her popular podcast, Jolie’s book offers a step-by-step guide to building a more authentic and fulfilling life, highlighting stories from over 100 thriving individuals to reveal universal truths for living your best life at any age. Next, take a hila...