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

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Podcast: [80s TV Ladies](https://stenobird.com/podcast/80s-tv-ladies-5566694)
Published: 2025-12-10T07:00:08+00:00
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"Achieving this milestone was a dream come true. It made all the hard work and sacrifices worth it." - Marsha Posner Williams In 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 Recap 00:32 Hail to the Chief: Behind the Scenes 05:42 Golden Girls: Season 1 and Casting 08:29 Golden Girls: Creating the Iconic Theme and Opening Credits 15:52 Golden Girls: On-Set Dynamics and Challenges 20:58 Golden Palace Origins 21:09 Tales from the Set 22:18 Navigating Hollywood's Gender Dynamics 22:45 The Me Too Movement 26:18 Working on Amen 32:24 Transition to College Lectures 36:18 Reflecting on a Hollywood Career 43:31 Conclusion and Farewell AUDIOOGRAPHY Listen to Grace Anna at ArtMuse Podcast at artmusepodcast.com HOLIDAY PROMO DEALS Get 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…

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