Episode 406: 80s TV Legends: Golden Girls, Love Boat and Jim Colucci Forever

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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.

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You can find Jim Colucci at JimColucci.com

And on Instagram.com/Jimcolucci

Get Jim's book Golden Girls Forever: An Unauthorized Look Behind the Lanai at Harper Books.

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The Golden Girls Streaming: Hulu, Disney+, Philo

Purchase: Apple TV, YouTube (for rent/purchase).

Hulu has the documentary The World According to Allee Willis. So fun!

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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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