Pretty Much Pop #105: The Death of Soap Operas (Is Greatly Exaggerated) by Partially Examined Life published on 2021-09-15T23:46:34Z Mark is joined by novelist and playwright to discuss the conventions, evolution, and influence of daytime soaps. Are they actually terrible, or is critical dismissal of them largely sexist? Are prestige TV shows like Downton Abbey and White Orchid really just soaps in disguise? For more, visit . Hear bonus content for this episode at or by subscribing via Apple Podcasts to the . Sponsors: Use the code "Pretty" at to get 10% off a superior shower experience. Get a loan to lower your monthly payments at .