General Hospital Two Scoops | 2020
General Hospital opinion columns from 2020
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Love a storyline? Want to throw the remote at the screen during others? Our Two Scoops columnists feel the same way. Each week, they provide their own commentary on the action in the Two Scoops column.
Every week, our Two Scoops columnists share their thoughts and opinions in the Two Scoops commentary columns. Those columns are archived to allow fans a chance to make sure that they've read every opinion for every week. This archive features columns written about General Hospital in the calendar year.
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January 6, 2020
Only three days of shows, but a week's worth of action in Port Charles! People falling from the skies into the arms of a prince! Weddings interrupted! People back from the dead! So much to discuss in this week's Two Scoops.
January 13, 2020
Nikolas stepped out of the shadows and dropped several shocking bombshells about Valentin's origins. Not to be outdone, Nina confronted her groom with a few hard truths of her own then she walked out on him. As the new year kicked off, GH was on fire with a week of explosive secrets and several unexpected twists that changed the course for several key figures.
January 20, 2020
You can tell we are leading up to February sweeps because the town is ablaze in sizzling storylines! Port Charles residents are buzzing about Nikolas being alive! Nelle is Shiloh's widow and has a stake in ELQ! Spencer's on his way home! Taggert is back and already confronting Sonny and ''Anger Boy!'' Brad has a new roommate who puts his future as Wiley's dad in jeopardy! Oh, readers, we have a lot to catch up on in this week's GH Two Scoops!
January 27, 2020
What do you do when General Hospital is only shown once per week? Sob? Scream? Probably, but you also take a look back at some fun throwback Two Scoops commentaries to see how things have (or haven't) changed..
February 3, 2020
After weeks of preemptions and total nothingness, General Hospital returned with a BANG! Literally. Find yourself a bag of ''coffee'' to use as a pillow or bean bag chair and let's discuss all of the action in this week's Two Scoops.
February 10, 2020
Sonny and Jason face a new threat, but is it the only one? Brando saved Carly, but the danger continues to loom over her family. Meanwhile, Michael is poised to be reunited with his son, and Valentin seems destined for a rude awakening. Change is in the wind, so brace yourselves because things might be drastically different when the dust settles.
February 17, 2020
A bombshell week on GH! DNA tests completed, betrayals, comas ended, new hot romances, and fizzling pairs breaking up. Let's get to it in this week's Two Scoops.
February 24, 2020
The big baby reveal we have all been waiting for finally happened. It was an explosive week on General Hospital -- literally! -- and we get to talk all about it in this week's General Hospital Two Scoops.
March 2, 2020
The Quartermaine family continued to grow, karma found Julian in the form of Brook Lynn, and the townsfolk lined up on Sonny's doorstep to beg him to vanquish Cyrus, but the evil drug lord continued to wreak havoc. Kidnappings, blackmail, and a fallen hero were just a few of the things that rocked Port Charles and have our columnist ready to serve up Two Scoops of soapy goodness.
March 9, 2020
Taggert died -- or was it all a ruse to lower Cyrus' guard? Things are changing fast as Peter takes bold action to clear his name, Nelle is victorious in court, and Ned prepares to face the threat to ELQ alone. The tides are changing -- and not necessarily for the good.
March 16, 2020
The real world has gone madder than the soap world, but I'm still thankful for the distraction the loony citizens of Port Charles provide. Aren't you? Let's discuss in this week's GH Two Scoops.
March 23, 2020
Real life might be stranger than fiction at the moment, but things are heating up in Port Charles with a potential paternity secret, a kidnapping, secret alliances, and villains running amok. Let's pop a bottle of Champagne and get to opinionating.
March 30, 2020
The real world has gone madder than the soap world, but I'm still thankful for the distraction the loony citizens of Port Charles provide. Aren't you? Let's discuss in this week's GH Two Scoops.
April 6, 2020
Flashback Fridays are now a thing, and the ratings are ramping up as strange bedfellows traded more than kisses, an explosive confrontation exposed a secret, and a mystery phone call gave hope that a fallen hero might be hiding in the shadows. Buckle up, because it was a week of lies, schemes, and epic machinations.
April 13, 2020
Flashbacks and necklaces, one-night stands and tears -- it was a passionate week on GH. Aren't we lucky to have this distraction? I think we are. Let's discuss in this week's GH Two Scoops
April 20, 2020
Peter felt the walls closing in on him even as Liesl was shipped off to The Hague to stand trial for his crimes. Meanwhile, Charlotte brought a special guest to Violet's birthday extravaganza, and Jason passed along a message to Sonny from Cyrus. In Port Charles, the road to perdition is littered with bouncy castles, unicorn piñatas, and snakes.
April 27, 2020
Can Nelle be redeemed? Are Chase and Sasha villains? Who will kill Cyrus? Which classic episode would you most like to see? How will you cope when we run out of new GH episodes? Let's discuss in this week's GH Two Scoops
May 4, 2020
Brando got his walking papers, Josslyn and Dev were released from lockdown, and Chase and Sasha cut their significant others loose. But freedom comes at a price in Port Charles. Buckle up -- it's time to escape into the exciting world of our beloved soap with our intrepid columnist as your guide.
May 11, 2020
Couples are switching it up to help preserve custody of Wiley, but somehow, Nelle still has a horse in that race. Neil and Alexis are out of jobs because of each other, and now they might not have a relationship to show for it. And we've got more classic episodes to warm the cockles of our hearts. What is going on in Port Charles? Let's discuss it all in this week's GH Two Scoops.
May 18, 2020
While Michael married "Snow White," Nelle snagged herself a new victim -- err, husband. Meanwhile, Sasha's world slowly imploded, Robert had renewed hope that Holly was alive, and Nina made an important decision about her daughter. Drastic times might call for drastic measures, but the fickle hand of fate still rules the day.
May 25, 2020
For the first time ever, General Hospital will be taking an extended break. The show is still on lockdown and there's no definitive timeframe for the show's return. What is the future of soaps? What can we do to save them? Let's discuss in this week's GH Two Scoops.
June 1, 2020
With new episodes at an end -- for now, General Hospital intends to air throwback episodes starting with three weeks of the best Nurses Ball moments. But what comes next? Liz Masters lists her top five must-see episodes and her hopes for the show when it returns to the airwaves this summer.
June 8, 2020
For just about a month, General Hospital viewers have been watching rebroadcasts of past Nurses Ball episodes. The GH studio in Los Angeles has been dark since March. What will happen when things try to get back to normal? Will the show pick up right where it left off? Should it? Here are one columnist’s thoughts on what she'd like to see take place on-screen when GH reopens.
June 15, 2020
With General Hospital in reruns, our columnist looks to the future and how she would like the show to return when the soap scribes pull out their trusty pens and filming resumes. Things might be on repeat, but our Two Scoops is all new!
June 22, 2020
Is there a character who makes you see red? Is there a pairing that you wish you could break up? This week, our columnist delves into the 5 things that she'd like to see change when the show returns. Will you agree or will your favorites be on the list?
June 29, 2020
With the show poised to return in the coming months, is there someone that you would love to see make a shocking return? Our columnist discusses the top five characters -- plus a sixth choice from a special guest -- that she thinks deserve a second chance in Port Charles. Will you agree? It's time to find out.
July 6, 2020
Remember the Metro Court fire? How about when dozens found themselves stranded in the tunnels of Port Charles when their train crashed or the earthquake that rocked the Charles Street district? This week, our columnist dishes about the big, flashy crisis storylines and what she would love to see when GH returns to the airwaves in the coming weeks.
July 13, 2020
The writers are back to work, but is there a storyline or two that you hope will have found resolution -- or been forgotten -- when the show returns to the airwaves? Our columnist discusses the five storylines that, even with all the flashbacks in the world, still wouldn't make sense.
July 20, 2020
Aliens, doppelgängers, and people back from the dead, as well as latex masks and memory transplants are just a few of the crazy plot twists that make up some of the most shocking developments in GH history, but even soap scribes can occasionally jump the shark. This week, our columnist dives into the top five most outrageous storylines in GH history
July 27, 2020
Have you ever wondered what qualifies a pairing for supercoupledom? Do you have a favorite duo, love scene, or wedding? Love is in the air this week as our columnist talks about the top five all-time favorite supercouples -- and an infamous triangle!
August 3, 2020
Kissing cousins, scorned women, and vengeful men are just a few of the ingredients for a bad romance. This week, our columnist shines a spotlight on the all-time worst romances on General Hospital.
August 10, 2020
What was your favorite part of GH's long-awaited return? Was it Nelle's meltdown in court, Brook Lynn's pact with Valentin, or Dante's return? What about Jason's shocking accident and Sonny's heartbreaking decision for Mike? Our columnist is ready to serve up two hefty scoops of all the exciting soapy action of a week filled with all new episodes.
August 17, 2020
It's been so long since I have dished General Hospital that I've almost forgotten how to do it. I couldn't even type that with a straight face. There is a lot to unpack this week, so let's dive right in with this week's GH Two Scoops!
August 24, 2020
Lights, camera, sing! The 2020 Nurses Ball kicked off with lots of action and a parade of secrets bubbling to the surface. It was an illuminating week filled with wicked plots, deadly shears, and a hot mic, so sit back and get cozy because our columnist is ready to shine a spotlight on all the exciting action -- and, of course, share some opinions!
August 31, 2020
Kidnappings, throat slittings, falls from grace, and the ultimate cliffhanger. Did the action leave you on the edge of your seats? It's time to dish the highs and lows of the General Hospital week gone by.
September 7, 2020
Happiness turned to heartbreak, joy turned to sorrow, and hope flourished where once there was none. Sometimes, to attain great heights, all you can do is shoot the moon and hope for the best.
September 14, 2020
It's so hard to say goodbye to yesterday. You left me... just when I needed you most. And I know eventually we'll be together, one sweet day. There are countless song lyrics written about loss: loss of love or loss of a loved one. But no matter what the melody may be, it doesn't make saying goodbye any easier.
September 21, 2020
Reality can be challenging, especially for the folks in Port Charles, so it's no wonder that some succumb to the temptation of magical thinking. Luckily, our columnist is ready to separate fact from fantasy and give her take on the good and the bad.
September 28, 2020
As Shakespeare observed, ''Oh, what a tangled web we weave, when first we practice to deceive.'' Nik is lying, Ava is lying, Scott is lying, Liz and Franco are lying, Molly is lying, Julian is lying, Carly is lying, and the list gets longer by the day. Whose secrets will be exposed first?
October 5, 2020
This week, Liz Masters and Tamilu have a special treat in store for everyone, as each shares which of the most evil and dastardly villains in Port Charles history are their favorites. Grab some popcorn, pull up a chair, and be sure to turn the lights on for a stroll on the dark side with our illuminating Two Scoopers.
October 12, 2020
Family was at the center of General Hospital this week as loved ones gathered to lay Mike to rest, Chase had an unexpected reunion with his mother, and Anna teamed up with Valentin to take down Alex. All is fair in love and war -- except on soap operas, where anything is possible.
October 19, 2020
Clearly the travel bans have all been lifted in Port Charles, as Dante Falconeri and Jackie Templeton both flew the friendly skies back to Port Charles. Will they find what they are looking for? Let's discuss in this week's Two Scoops.
October 26, 2020
Two marriages of convenience arrived at a crossroads, an unexpected couple found comfort in each other's arms, and a secret hovered just out of reach as Carly struggled to figure out what her subconscious was trying to tell her about Nelle. It's time for two scoops of love in the afternoon with a side order of drama.
November 2, 2020
Witches and candy and evil, oh my! It's a scary week in Port Charles, and the eerie goodness has only just begun. Let's dive into the darkness of this week's GH with a new Two Scoops!
November 9, 2020
You know you're in trouble when your only option is to escape to Port Charles, where mobsters mingle with superspies and reformed supervillains, candles can send you back in time, and the dead have a nasty habit of not remaining deceased. Fortunately, our columnist is here to guide everyone through all the action, intrigue, and time travel.
November 16, 2020
A battle for good and evil ended up with one twin in the Port Charles waters. But is she actually gone? And what beloved actor rumored to leave has unfortunately confirmed those exit rumors? Let's discuss in this week's Two Scoops.
November 23, 2020
With a fiery explosion rocking the Floating Rib and leaving many in a perilous situation, Port Charles is starting to resemble Thunderdome as people scramble not to pay the piper for the deals they've struck. Buckle up -- it's time to sort out all the lies, secret pacts, and devil's bargains.
November 30, 2020
It was a short but action-packed week in Port Charles this week. But readers, I didn't feel especially festive. Let's dig into the rubble in this week's Two Scoops.
December 7, 2020
Turning over a new leaf is never easy, but in Port Charles, the demons of the past tend to stick like glue, while vendettas never die. With Julian on the run, several feel the urge to unburden themselves of the secrets they've been carrying. Will the truth set them free, or will the consequences be too great?
December 14, 2020
Heartbreaks, declarations of love, secrets revealed, and all-around general mayhem plagued the good people of Port Charles this week. Let's discuss in this week's Two Scoops.
December 21, 2020
It's that time of year when our columnists reflect on the year that was and give their picks for best and worst storylines. Throw a log on the fire and grab a warm blanket and your hot beverage of choice -- it's time for the best and worst of General Hospital 2020.
December 28, 2020
To say that 2020 was a year unlike any we've seen before would be an understatement. Still, the residents of Port Charles were there to entertain us -- even if there was a break in the action for a few months. It's time for one final look back at the year that was with the Best and Worst of General Hospital 2020, Part Two.
