The evolution of power: How Carla Connor changed the way we see women in soaps
How Carla Connor redefined feminine power, resilience, and complexity on British television’s most iconic cobbles.
Letters to Carla and Lisa: Gratitude and positivity in prime time
Our team has penned some open letters to the characters that have come to mean so much to so many.
Pioneering Pride on the Cobbles: Carla and Lisa’s historic purchase
Coronation Street is set to make headlines, not for a dramatic murder or a shock return, but for a powerful stride in LGBTQ+ representation.
How Coronation Street’s Lisa is redefining strength, one therapy session at a time
Lisa’s emotional journey shows us that healing doesn’t have to look perfect to be powerful.
Alison King and Vicky Myers nominated for 2025 Inside Soap Awards
Swarla are nominated in two award categories in the 2025 Inside Soap Awards.
8 things Betsy Swain can teach us about life, love and figuring your stuff out
Here are just a few of the lessons we didn’t expect to learn from a teenager.
Grief, safety, and unexpected love: Five life lessons from Carla and Lisa
They’re aspirational because they feel real. Because we see ourselves in them. Because they’re still choosing to show up.
The power of representation: Why seeing ourselves on screen matters
These characters are more than fictional, they are affirming. They give voice to people who are so often overlooked or stereotyped.
We asked what Swarla’s storyline means to you, here’s what you had to say
What do Carla and Lisa’s storylines mean to you all? We asked, you answered!
More than a trophy: Swarla’s magic proves why they’ll always be our winners
This on-screen duo has already achieved greatness, with or without the glittering accolades. In the end, awards recognise talent – but fans recognise true magic