Join hosts Susan Lambert Hatem and Sharon Johnson on 80s TV Ladies, where they chat with Jim Colucci, TV writer, author, and entertainment journalist, known for his deep dive into the cultural impact of the Golden Girls. In this episode, Jim discusses his unauthorized retrospective book, 'Golden Girls Forever,' sharing behind-the-scenes stories and the show's lasting cultural influence. From interviews with Golden Girls cast members to exploring themes of diversity and acceptance in 80s television, Jim provides stories about the cast Bea Arthur, Betty White, Rue McClanahan and Estelle Getty.
The conversation explores Jim's experiences writing about other iconic shows like 'All in the Family,' 'Will and Grace,' and his upcoming book on 'The Love Boat.' Get inside these legendary 80s pop culture shows with insights, laughter, and nostalgic reflections on the power of television to shape our views.Filling in for Melissa this week is Associate Producer Sailor Franklin.
And we kept talking. So many more stories about Golden Girls, The Love Boat, James Lipton, Cloris Leachman and more! Get the full supersized Jim Colucci episode at Patreon.com/80sTVLadiesAUDIOOGRAPHYYou can find Jim Colucci at
JimColucci.com And on
Instagram.com/JimcolucciGet Jim's book Golden Girls Forever: An Unauthorized Look Behind the Lanai at
Harper Books.
Get the FULL 2-Hour amazing interview with Jim at
Patreon.com/80sTVLadiesThe Golden Girls Streaming:
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Disney+,
PhiloPurchase:
Apple TV,
YouTube (for rent/purchase).
Hulu has the documentary
The World According to Allee Willis. So fun!
Read more about the GG 40th Anniversary celebration
at ABC. Now streaming on Hulu/Disney+
Watch The Golden Girls: 40 Years of Laughter and Friendship Trailer
at YouTube.
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