The Way We Met (Season 1, Episode 25)
The Golden Girls Deep Dive Podcast
Deep Dive
Why did the first victim of John Wayne Gacy get identified six days after the episode aired?
Timothy McCoy, the first victim of John Wayne Gacy, was identified when his cousin read a book about Gacy's unidentified victims and provided dental records that matched Timothy's.
What significant event in Bea Arthur's career is highlighted in the deep dive of this episode?
Bea Arthur's role in the musical 'Mame' is highlighted, where she played the character Vera Charles, a best friend to the titular character played by Angela Lansbury. Her performance was highly praised and contributed to her and Lansbury's lifelong friendship.
Why did Blanche decide to kick out her previous roommates?
Blanche kicked out her previous roommates, two eccentric old ladies, because they wanted to bathe together and floss each other's teeth, which Blanche found too bizarre and narcissistic.
What historical event is referenced in the herring story?
The Battle of the Herrings, a real historical event that took place in 1429 between England and France. It involved an attempt by French forces to intercept and divert a supply convoy carrying herring for the meatless Lenten days.
Why did Rose decide to move in with Blanche even after her cat issue was resolved?
Even though Rose no longer needed a place to live because she gave her cat to a child in the grocery store, she decided to move in with Blanche anyway, possibly because she liked the idea of having roommates and a place to stay.
What did the producers of 'Mame' originally consider for the lead role?
The producers of 'Mame' originally considered Mary Martin for the lead role, but she turned it down. They then cast a wide net and considered actors like Betty Davis, Catherine Hepburn, and Judy Garland before Angela Lansbury was chosen.
How did the Golden Girls end up becoming roommates?
Blanche, Dorothy, and Rose all met through a series of coincidences and mutual need. Blanche needed roommates, Dorothy was introduced to her by a friend, and Rose needed a place to stay due to her cat. They decided to give living together a shot after a night of bonding over scary movies and cheesecake.
What is the origin of the song 'Kumbaya'?
The song 'Kumbaya' was first recorded by descendants of slaves in the Gullah Geechee community of Darien, Georgia in 1926. The original chorus 'come by here' in the Gullah accent sounded like 'kumbaya', leading to the modern version of the song.
Why did Bea Arthur stop the show during the preview of 'Mame'?
Bea Arthur stopped the show during a Broadway preview with her rendition of 'Man in the Moon', a song about a lady astronomer. The audience's laughter lasted a full minute, and Bea had to stand there with a telescope pressed to her eye before she could continue.
What was the role of Rosetta Stone in the episode?
Rosetta Stone is mentioned as a sponsor, highlighting its importance in language learning and its convenience for brushing up on languages, especially for travel.