If you caught this week’s episodes of Days of our Lives, you know that Ted Laurent (Gilles Marini) has resurfaced in Salem and had asked Hope (Kristian Alfonso) for protection from Stefan DiMera, who was responsible for his disappearance in exchange for information on Ben Weston (Rob Scott Wilson).

Now in the latest episode of Inside Salem: Days of our Lives Podcast, actor Gilles Marini chats it up with host, Michael Fairman on what to expect as Ted’s story brings with it many twists and turns; including a potential love triangle.

Marini reveals what he thinks Ted’s weakness ia when the guy has not previously been on the up and up, plus his thoughts on working with three of his co-stars and their characters: Lauren Koslow’s Kate, Kristian Alfonso’s Hope, and Greg Rikaart’s Leo, whom he has shared up to now most of his screen-time.

The talented actor who hails from France, also talks on some other highlights in his career, including one of his big breaks on the beloved ABC drama,  Brothers & Sisters working opposite Rachel Griffiths, and a host of award-winning actors, including Sally Field, and of course, his time on Dancing with the Stars where he became one of the most popular celebrity contestants on the series of all-time.

Later, in the podcast’s dressing room segment, Eric Martsolf (Brady) welcomes Nadia Bjorlin (Chloe) into his digs at DAYS, and then two tease some upcoming #Broe moments.

Check out this excerpt from NBC of Gilles interview below.  Then, make sure to head over to NBC.com to listen to the episode currently streaming there, and on Monday, looks for this episode to be available on all pod platforms, including iTunes for download.

.@GillesMarini reveals his character’s weakness. Plus, @ericmartsolf and @RealNadiaB take us on a set tour! Listen to the full podcast now on https://t.co/5puWd28reS & the NBC app: https://t.co/G1aBQxE7TS pic.twitter.com/sjqR87u33U

— Days of our Lives (@nbcdays) December 8, 2018

Now, let us know what you think about Ted’s return to DAYS … and if you want him to romance Hope … become a good guy … or get his comeuppance … or all of the above …via the comment section below!

The nominations have been announced for the 2019 Writer’s Guild Awards for outstanding achievement in television, new media, news, radio/audio, and promotional writing during 2018.

Winners will be honored at the 2019 Writers Guild Awards on Sunday, February 17, 2019, at concurrent ceremonies in New York City and Los Angeles.

In the Daytime Drama category for writing, two soaps will face-off for the prize; NBC’s Days of our Livers and ABC’s General Hospital.  Here are the official nominated head writers and their teams.

Days of Our Lives, Head Writer: Ron Carlivati; Writers: Sheri Anderson, Lorraine Broderick, David Cherrill, Joanna Cohen, Lisa Connor, Carolyn Culliton, Richard Culliton, Rick Draughon,  Cydney Kelley, David Kreizman, David A. Levinson, Rebecca McCarty, Ryan Quan, Dave Ryan, Katherine Schock, Elizabeth Snyder, Tyler Topits.

General Hospital, Head Writers: Shelly Altman, Christopher Van Etten; Writers:Barbara Bloom, Anna Theresa Cascio, Suzanne Flynn, Charlotte Gibson, Lucky Gold, Kate Hall, Elizabeth Korte, Daniel James O’Connor, Donny Sheldon, Scott Sickles.

To check out all the nominations click here.

So, who are you rooting for to take the WGA Award; Days or GH? Comment below.

This week on Days of our Lives, now that Hope (Kristian Alfons) has decided to form a top-secret alliance with Ted Laurent (Gilles Marini), can she keep this hidden from Rafe (Galen Gering) without dire consequences to their relationship?  Hope is hell-bent on bringing down Ben Weston (Rob Scott Wilson), and if it means joining forces with Ted to do it, it appears she is willing to take the risk.

Meawhile, Leo, played to perfection by Greg Rikaart, continues his threats against Sonny (Freddie Smith) and Will (Chandler Massey), and it looks like he has the upper-hand!  Will Sonny have to marry Leo to get him to keep his mouth shut once and for all?

Then, it looks like all systems go for a Lani (Sal Stowers) and Eli (Lamon Archey) love affair when the cop fesses up to her feelings for the guy.

In addition, here is what else to look for in Salem this week below:

Monday, December 3

Abigail tries to trick Stefan into getting her released from Bayview.

Tuesday, December 4

Sonny and Will realize Leo has damning evidence against them

Wednesday, December 5

Ciara and Ben go on their first date

Thursday, December 6

Eli confronts Lani about her feelings for him.

Friday, December 7

Rafe gets a shock when he finally tracks down Hope.

Now, let us know what you are looking forward to seeing the most this week on DAYS via the comment section, but first check out the latest promo for the series below.

Lani gets jealous when she sees Eli with Sheila. Watch an all-new episode of #DAYS, weekdays on NBC. pic.twitter.com/J8P9HzjsDw

— Days of our Lives (@nbcdays) November 30, 2018