# RERUN: Reflecting on Scarecrow and Mrs. King: An Interview with Martha Smith

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Podcast: [80s TV Ladies](https://stenobird.com/podcast/80s-tv-ladies-5566694)
Published: 2025-08-20T06:00:08+00:00
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In this episode, hosts Susan Lambert Hatem and Sharon Johnson revisit season one, episode six of 'Scarecrow and Mrs. King,' originally launched on September 28, 2022. The rerun features actress Martha Smith, the first actress/celebrity guest on 80s TV Ladies. They dive into Smith's experiences and roles, from her motion picture debut in 'Animal House' to her portrayal of Agent Francine Desmond in 'Scarecrow and Mrs. King.' The conversation covers various topics such as acting in the 80s, the dynamics of the show, and the evolution of female-driven TV shows. Martha shares personal anecdotes about her career, her time with Playboy, on-tour adventures with Rod Stewart, and her unique character development on the show. 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 00:26 Voting Reminder and Importance 01:11 Meet the Hosts and Special Guest Introduction 01:51 Martha Smith's Early Career and Animal House 02:41 Behind the Scenes of Animal House 07:59 Martha's Playboy Experience 11:33 Transition to Acting and Early Roles 19:36 Landing the Role in Scarecrow and Mrs. King 39:41 Francine and Amanda's Dynamic Duo 40:44 The Core Fan Base of Scarecrow and Mrs. King 43:37 Behind the Scenes: Changes and Challenges 46:58 Memorable Episodes and Character Development 53:09 The End of an Era: Season Four and Beyond 01:00:32 Reflections and Future Endeavors 01:06:31 Final Thoughts and Farewells AUDIOOGRAPHY Watch Scarecrow and Mrs. King On Tubi or On Roku . Check out ‍‍Television’s Female Spies And Crimefighters by Karen A. Romanko at Barnes and Noble . Fansite: CallMeaCab.com by Taya Johnston 80s TV Ladies is nominated for TWO 2025 Podcast Awards. Check us out at PodcastAwards.com https://www.podcastawards.com If you’re a selected judge, please vote for us in Best Female Hosted Podcast and for B…

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