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    Why are soap operas called soap operas?

    Question #56968. Asked by StargateLover. (Apr 29 05 6:05 PM)


    kaylofgorons

    		It has to do with radio tradition. The same subject matter was featured in radio theatre and was often sponsered by soap companies targeting housewives. At least that is the explanation I've heard.

    Apr 29 05, 6:19 PM
    Diane1253

    		Soap companies advertised on all the soaps back in the olden days, back when soaps were cleaner... lol
    They do need a good washing nowadays. I am a MAJOR soap lover tho...

    Apr 30 05, 12:26 PM

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