Marsha Posner Williams, Part 2 | Golden Girls, Hail to the Chief and Sherman Hemsley's Amen

"Achieving this milestone was a dream come true. It made all the hard work and sacrifices worth it."  - Marsha Posner WilliamsIn this 80s TV Ladies episode, hosts Susan Lambert Hatem and Sharon Johnson continue their interview with Emmy-winning producer Marsha Posner Williams, exploring further chapters of her illustrious career in television. Marsha discusses her work on the short-lived yet memorable show 'Hail to the Chief,' including behind-the-scenes challenges and humorous moments, like dealing with unprepared nuns in the audience. She delves into the transition to producing 'The Golden Girls,' touching on pivotal moments such as reworking the pilot, the removal of the character Coco, and the creation of the show's iconic theme song and opening credits.Marsha also reflects on inter-cast dynamics, particularly the tension between Bea Arthur and Betty White, and shares broader insights on her career achievements, inspirational encounters, and the empowering message she delivers in her college lectures.00:00 Introduction and Recap00:32 Hail to the Chief: Behind the Scenes05:42 Golden Girls: Season 1 and Casting08:29 Golden Girls: Creating the Iconic Theme and Opening Credits15:52 Golden Girls: On-Set Dynamics and Challenges20:58 Golden Palace Origins21:09 Tales from the Set22:18 Navigating Hollywood's Gender Dynamics22:45 The Me Too Movement26:18 Working on Amen32:24 Transition to College Lectures36:18 Reflecting on a Hollywood Career43:31 Conclusion and FarewellAUDIOOGRAPHYListen to Grace Anna at ArtMuse Podcast at artmusepodcast.comHOLIDAY PROMO DEALSGet awesome sheets and pajamas at COZY EARTH.If you click through from this page, the discount should automatically apply. If not, use the promo code: 80STVLADIES. Happy Shopping!DECEMBER 8TL DEALS BLOCK:80s TV Ladies deals and discounts: Cozy Earth (41% Off)Old Glory (15% Off)🔗 Get them at: https://MyDeals.Page/19wy🎁 Code: 80STVLADIESOUR 100th EPISODE is coming! What should we do to celebrate?Send us your ideas via: 80sTVLadies @ gmail dot com Visit 80sTVLadies.com for more info.Listen to 80s TV Ladies at YouTube. Subscribe and help us grow.Don’t miss out. Sign up for the 80s TV Ladies mailing list!Help us make more episodes and get ad-free episodes, video interviews, and exclusive content on PATREON.