In this episode of Soap Scoop, Chloe Timms chats with the wonderful Jodie Prenger — who plays Coronation Street’s Glenda Shuttleworth. Jodie opens up about Glenda’s karaoke antics, her friendships behind the bar, life working alongside Tony Maudsley and Catherine Tyldesley, and what fans can expect as The Driscolls shake up life at the Rovers Return.

Jodie also teases upcoming Corrie Christmas drama, her dream on-screen romance, and how she channels the strong northern women who inspired Glenda. Expect laughs, behind-the-scenes stories, and plenty of love for Corrie’s queen of karaoke!

Then, hosts Chloe Timms and Johnathon Hughes dive into all the latest from Coronation Street, Emmerdale, and EastEnders:

🎤 Corrie: The Driscolls’ explosive arrival, Glenda’s future, and new family secrets.

❤️ Emmerdale: Kerry and Jai — unexpected love or ticking time bomb?

👶 EastEnders: Suki and Eve’s emotional adoption journey and what Eve’s mysterious mum means for their future.

It’s a mix of heartfelt interviews, fun predictions, and a few cheeky fan theories — the perfect weekly soap fix!

Chapter list

00:00 – Intro | Welcome to Soap Scoop

00:08 – Chloe previews today’s show: Jodie Prenger interview + soap round-up

01:49 – Jodie Prenger joins Soap Scoop | Talking all things Glenda Shuttleworth

02:07 – Life behind the bar at the Rovers | Karaoke, chaos & comedy

02:45 – Working with Tony Maudsley (George Shuttleworth)

03:30 – The Driscolls arrive | Is Glenda’s job in danger?

04:02 – Glenda’s first impressions of the new family

04:34 – Friendship with Catherine Tyldesley (Eva) & working together again

05:17 – Glenda’s bar crew: the “Glevers” trio explained

05:54 – How the Rovers should be run – and Glenda’s clashes ahead

06:28 – On-set laughter and behind-the-scenes fun

07:17 – Will there be more karaoke? Jodie spills the secrets

08:12 – The famous microphone scene & pub comedy moments

08:29 – Glenda as a true Coronation Street matriarch

09:17 – Female friendships on the cobbles & strong Corrie women

09:50 – Glenda’s feud with Christina | Protecting George

10:32 – What’s ahead for Glenda at Christmas – festive teasers

11:15 – The surprising Kevin Webster kiss scene!

12:14 – Dream co-stars and crushes – from Corrie to Pedro Pascal

12:48 – Does Glenda have a secret child? Fan theories explored

14:22 – The mystery and secrets still to come for Glenda

15:20 – Christmas drama ahead at the Rovers

16:03 – Jodie reflects on joining Coronation Street and career highlights

17:25 – Farewell from Jodie Prenger

Soap Round-Up with Chloe & Johnny

17:35 – Why we love Jodie Prenger & Glenda Shuttleworth

18:29 – Coronation Street: The Driscolls arrive at the Rovers

19:16 – Corrie’s new era & returning the fun to the Rovers

20:31 – Ben and Eva’s relationship — stable couple or storm ahead?

21:02 – Will the Driscolls’ secret story divide fans?

22:07 – Ollie’s arrival twist and the Joel effect

23:18 – What’s next for Dee-Dee Bailey and her exit story?

23:54 – Emmerdale: Kerry & Jai — unlikely romance or new power couple?

25:28 – Kerry and Jai compared to Nicola & Jimmy’s early days

26:19 – Why fans still love Jai Sharma (and miss Charity)

27:23 – Is Kerry too chaotic for love?

28:16 – Chloe’s Emmerdale love triangle prediction (Kerry, Jai, Billy)

29:10 – EastEnders: Suki & Eve’s adoption storyline

30:40 – Meeting Eve’s mum and delving into her past

31:58 – Why Suki and Eve need more drama & danger

33:22 – Can Suki stay sinister? Why fans miss her edge

34:04 – What the adoption plot might lead to next

35:10 – Closing thoughts & teasers for next week’s Soap Scoop

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