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In this week’s episode of Inside Soap Studio, we sit down with Olivia Bromley, who plays Dawn Fletcher in Emmerdale. Olivia opens up about Dawn’s dramatic transformation since moving into Home Farm with Joe Tate, her conflicted morals, and the explosive dynamics with the Tate family.
We also dive into one of Emmerdale’s most urgent and thought-provoking storylines – an indecent photo of young Clemmie circulating online – and explore how it impacts Dawn as a mother, drawing heartbreaking parallels with her own troubled past. Olivia shares her insights into the importance of telling such difficult stories, Dawn’s fiery clashes with Nicola, and whether Joe truly understands her compared to Billy.
Plus – Olivia talks about her character’s wardrobe glow-up, dream future storylines, her love of performing with the Emmerdale band, and what fans can expect next from Dawn’s unpredictable journey.
Finally, LJ & Johnny break down the latest Soapland twists: Celia’s shocking reveal in Emmerdale, shady Costello in Coronation Street, Jasmine’s mysterious arrival in EastEnders, and Stacey’s bittersweet exit.
⏱️ Chapter List
00:00 – Coming up on Soap Scoop
01:34 – Welcome Olivia Bromley (Dawn, Emmerdale)
01:51 – Dawn’s transformation with Joe Tate and the Tates
03:10 – Joe’s dark side vs. Dawn’s good heart
04:03 – The drama of Home Farm
04:52 – Could Dawn and Joe be a dangerous power couple?
05:40 – Dawn vs. the Dingles? Dream clashes ahead
07:05 – Clemmie’s indecent photo storyline — tackling real issues
08:39 – Carl, culpability & children in the digital age
10:24 – Dawn as a protective mother and Tate family meddling
10:33 – Clemmie’s reasons & Dawn’s painful past resurfacing
11:38 – Dawn vs. Nicola — fiery mother-to-mother clashes
12:35 – Opening up to Joe — a turning point in their relationship
14:02 – Joe vs. Billy: who truly understands Dawn?
15:18 – Dawn’s wardrobe glow-up and new glam look
16:15 – Who Olivia wants Dawn to interact with next
17:11 – Parallels with April’s harrowing storyline
17:46 – Amelia Flanagan’s award win & powerful performance
18:01 – Olivia on the Emmerdale band & charity gigs
19:00 – Dawn’s unpredictability & future drama
19:59 – Wrap-up: Olivia on Dawn’s journey
Soapland Round-up with Johnny & LJ
20:02 – Reflections on Olivia Bromley & Dawn’s resilience
20:28 – Celia revealed as Emmerdale’s new villain
22:39 – Emmerdale’s County Lines storyline turns dark
25:22 – Coronation Street: Carla, Lisa, Becky & shady Costello
28:29 – Line of Duty-style theories & soap villains
30:14 – Cindy’s EastEnders comeback and Jasmine theories
33:57 – Is Jasmine connected to the mysterious Fords?
34:55 – Wild fan theories: secret Branning child?
35:24 – Stacey exits EastEnders for Brazil — what’s next?
37:42 – Farewell to Lacey Turner (for now)
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