Episode 405: Stan Zimmerman | From Golden Girls to Gilmore Girls - A Writer's Journey Through 80s TV
Join hosts Susan Lambert Hatem and Sharon Johnson on 80s TV Ladies as they welcome back prolific writer, director, producer, and actor Stan Zimmerman. Known for his work on iconic female-driven comedies like 'The Golden Girls,' 'Roseanne,' and 'Gilmore Girls,' Stan shares insights from his illustrious career and discusses his new book, The Girls: From Golden to Gilmore.
Read TranscriptThe Conversation
- 00:00 Introduction and Host Welcome
- 00:43 Introducing Stan Zimmerman
- 01:51 Stan's Writing Journey
- 02:37 The Personal Side of Writing
- 03:36 Journaling and Reflection
- 05:13 Challenges and Resilience
- 10:18 Golden Girls Insights
- 14:30 Writing Partnerships and Hollywood Politics
- 17:27 Spec Scripts and Early Career
- 25:50 Golden Girls Episodes and Legacy
- 36:50 Pitching Jokes to Soap and Benson Writers
- 37:39 Evolution of the Writer's Room
- 39:04 Golden Girls and Changing Times
- 42:23 Stories from the Book: Celebrity Encounters
- 50:59 Theater and Making a Difference
- 56:01 Challenges and Triumphs in Hollywood
- 01:00:41 Friendship with Lily Tomlin
- 01:10:45 Reflections on Writing for Golden Girls
- 01:12:19 Conclusion and Podcast Shoutouts
Our Audio-ography
Book Recommendation: The Girls: From Golden to Gilmore by Stan Zimmerman.
Get it at Indigo River Publishing. Or at Barnes and Noble.
The Golden Girls Streaming: Hulu, Disney+, Philo
Purchase: Apple TV, YouTube (for rent/purchase), on DVD, and more
Maude Streaming (free): Tubi, Pluto TV
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