Episodes
We recently experienced a total solar eclipse so Bryan thought it would be a good idea to tackle an episode that also dealt with this same phenomenon and chose this one at random. Of course this was just an excuse to get into the episode but some of us were pleasantly surprised, by how much we enjoyed it! Join us for Simpsons talk as well as the following nonsense - Dashboard Confessional Shoutouts - Introducing Patrick to some new Vanderpump Rules characters - The Josh Hartnett...
Published 05/17/24
On this episode former President George Bush makes an appearance in Springfield, but it doesn't go well. We also bring our normal bout of nonsense including: - MMC casting practices - A new true crime podcast idea - An apology to Meryl Streep - We do talk about Twitter - A new segment called Bamboozled - TV shows no one remembers - Our experiences with sitting Presidents growing up - A plea to our listeners - Thoughts on Ghostbusters - Did Cori meet a time traveler So join us...
Published 04/27/24
On this episode we look at how the sausage is made with Springfield Community Theatre's musical production of a Streetcar Named Desire. Shockingly Marge has a lot more in common with Blanche Dubois then you'd think. This is another episode that features the incomparable Jon Lovitz and it's a really good one! Join us as we also bring you: - Cori's Oscar status report - We actually do talk about X - The realization that the opening credit scene is way too long, for today's audiences -...
Published 04/07/24
This classic Futurama episode, was originally posted on our companion podcast, "Your Podcast is Bad and You Should Feel Bad" but we decided that we should post it here as well! The Earthicans are suddenly given $300 stimulus checks so what exactly could everyone want? Give a listen to find out. Not only do we talk Futurama but join us for the following: - Patrick learns about Voodoo Economics - Love for Starship Troopers and all the Casper Van Dean content you could ever ask, but also...
Published 04/01/24
We take a look at this episode which serves as a social commentary that unfortunately still rings true. Mayor Quimby finds a scapegoat to justify the cost of high taxes and sadly some of our favorites are right in the crosshairs. We're here, we're queer, we don't want any more bears, but we do bring the following to the table: - Taking a clear stance on how we feel about murder - Could this be the fastest we've ever gotten to talking about an episode - Animation goofs - The shockingly...
Published 03/23/24
We got new gear and we're excited to share our most recent episode with you! We take a look, way back, to this episode featuring one of the best guest stars to ever appear on the show, Danny DeVito. He plays Homer's long lost brother, the wealthy CEO of Powell Motors, Herb Powell. Homer has got it made, as long as he doesn't screw it up! We also dive into: - Trump impressions - A discussion on naughty words - Cori trying her hand as a Florida Realtor? - Two, count them two, "Hello...
Published 03/08/24
Coming atcha with our 92nd Episode, this ones a Valentine's Themed episode where the Simpsons give their take on 3 "classic" love stories. We are slightly taken aback with some of the double entendres used in the second segment but they save it with a classic dig at their eventual overlords Disney. Listen in as we discuss this as well as our usual form of non-sensical ramblings such as: - Learning which actors have died - Does anyone even want an Eddie Furlong podcast? - Listener emails -...
Published 02/24/24
Coming at you with this blast from the past where we look at how Homer and Marge first met as well as a slice of life form the 70's. Things were a little different back then and we're here to tell you about it. We also discuss: - Actual real medical studies - More invites to crash at Cori and Bryan's house - Patrick poses a serious question to our listeners - 70's heart throb talk and Elliott Gould trivia - The Police theorem - Bryan learns the true meaning of forensics - Great...
Published 02/09/24
After a relaxing holiday break we're back, and better than ever! We welcome in our friend Samm from WNY Horror Krue to discuss one of her favorite episodes. This is the first future episode of the show and we see Lisa trying her hands at a British engagement to the charming Hugh Parkfield, what could possibly go wrong? Join us as we break down this emotional roller coaster and hear how some of our opinions, towards the episode, have changed over the years. Of course we tackle some other...
Published 01/27/24
Christmas may have come and gone but the Holiday Season is still alive, so you bring you this Christmas adjacent look into the future, which would have made a fitting end to the show. The episode takes a look at the world of the Simpsons 30 years into the future. Of course there is more than the Simpsons to talk about as we also discuss: - Creepy and potentially haunted dishes - More great folly work - The transition to an Eddie Furlong podcast - The deterioration of Marge's voice over...
Published 12/30/23
In this episode we present to you a master class in writing, story telling and acting. The great Albert Brooks portrays Hank Scorpio in this absolutely bonkers, yet fantastic episode. We also bring you our usual brand of nonsense as we also bring you: - Timely myspace talk - Was Richard Gere in a Holiday movie? - The new lady in the podcast world - More information about episode 86 - A plea to Richard Branson - Another, "Hello Therapist" story about Disney World - Who is Mike Milken -...
Published 12/15/23
Cori picked out this "newer" episode from season 21, and ask ourselves can an episode from 13 years ago still be considered "newer?" In this one, the Simpsons get a new neighbor and Sideshow Bob borrows an idea from a 90's movie, to get out of prison. We discuss this and so much more in this doozey of an episode. What more you ask, well this should give you some idea: - What happened to episode 86? - An update on the old lady from the gym - A discussion of PlayStation 2 Simpsons games -...
Published 12/01/23
The gang is back for our 85th episode. In this one Bart learns a little something about fraud and we are introduced to Santos Al Halper and his best friend Laddie. We also find out why Milhouse had the bowl as well as also discuss the following: - Cori explains why she missed last week's episode. - When does Mike from Bogeyman's Closet sleep? - An invitation to Michael Bolton. - This episode's sponsor: Big Charleston. - Our thoughts on the show retiring a gag that has been used for over...
Published 11/17/23
Happy Halloween Everyone! We're coming at you with another Treehouse of Horror! Cori wasn't able to make this one but we feature our pals Mike & Suzie from the Bogeyman's Closet as well as friend of the pod Steve Lewis! This time it's the 7th offering where we find out that Bart has a brother, Lisa plays God and an incredible political satire with Kang and Kodos. We are in agreement on 2 of the segments but our feelings are split on the 3rd one. Listen in as we also: - Play a Treehouse...
Published 11/01/23
It's Spooky Season so it's time to bring back our friends Suzie and Mike from the Bogeyman's Closet. Our pal Steve Lewis also decided to join us as we take a look at what many consider to be one of the best Treehouse of Horror episodes. Join us as we discuss the nearly perfect Shining parody, Homer's time travelling excursion and finally a gruesome solution to subpar cafeteria food. Come join us for a spooky good time! We also discuss the following: - Suzie serenades us and finds a new...
Published 10/28/23
In this episode we welcome friend of the podcast and stand up comedian Buffalo's Own Don Johnson to the episode. We also find out what happens when Springfield has to adopt a new area code and bring The Who to town. We also discuss: - An attempt to land a sponsorship - Construction criticism - Turning down world tours from well known acts - More AI Simpson's art - We review the Moe's Tavern Pop Up - The attempts made to censor this episode - Poking jokes at other football teams -...
Published 09/30/23
In this episode we see the triumphant return of the mighty Canyonero but this time it is the F-Series, a perfect fit for Marge. Listen is as we break down the Simpson's Matriarch and her struggles with anger issues and road rage to a completely off the rails shift in the third act. We also discuss: - A breakdown of all of the iterations of the Mickey Mouse Club - A plea to Michael Bolton - More listener assignments - We play a retro television show game - A moment of silence that is...
Published 09/09/23
We have sad news to report So It's Come to This: A Simpson's Family Podcast is dead.... That's right, dead serious about talking about Itchy and Scratchy Land. This one is one for the ages as the Simpson family makes their way to the "Violentest Place on Earth." We all seemed to really enjoy this one and let's be honest what's not to love? We also discuss: - The poetic song lyrics of classically trained crooner Andrew W.K. - Wellness checks for Ceelo Green - A shout out to all of the...
Published 08/25/23
It's mashup time! Matt Groening made it easy and asked himself for permission to have the Futurama gang be thrust into the world of The Simpsons. This was a Bryan pick and he didn't just pick this episode due to the return of Futurama but also as a gateway to get Patrick to watch a later season episode. What did Patrick think? You'll have to listen to find out. We also discuss: - The art of smooth transitions. - Aren't we all in God's Magical Mirror? - Rewarding bad behavior leads to...
Published 08/12/23
In this GIANT sized episode we welcome back our good friend Carl Doody, for the first time since just before the pandemic. We hope that inviting him back doesn't bring on another one! In this episode we break down this early episode of a marriage on the rocks and are pleasantly surprised by how much we enjoyed it. We also discuss: - An Oppenheimer sing-a-long or perhaps a Very Special Oppenheimer Christmas. - The band Shakespear Sister and their hit song "Stay". - We don't talk about...
Published 07/29/23
In this rainy day episode, it's Cori's turn to pick, so you know what that means.... it's another Grandpa centric episode! We look at a potentially racy topic but still keep it family friendly. From what started as a story about Homer and Marge's issues in the bedroom, morphs into a nice Father and Son story. We also discuss the following: - Could this be Cori's final Scandoval update? - How does one become an influencer? - Bryan's Blur cassette tape experience - Ladies in their 80's love...
Published 07/14/23
In this episode, Flanders takes a chance on a new business venture but Homer tries to stand in his way. Also on this episode we discuss the following: - We call out "listener" Nikki - Updates on MMC "leftovers" - 90's Kids Varity show talk - Patrick compares the Bravo Network to the Nazis - Is there anything worse than a sunburn slapper? - Ways the Simpsons can be used to teach a lesson - Bryan reveals that not only is the CFL real but he also discusses what a rouge is and who knew...
Published 07/02/23
In this episode we take a look at this absolute delight from season 7. Who would have thought that 22 separate stories all compiled into one 22 minute piece of television could be possible, but leave it to the Simpsons to figure it out. We marvel over the seamlessness of a "normal" day on in the confines of Springfield USA. Come along as we also discuss the following: - Cori questions if Steve is real and gives us a Scandavol update - Bryan admits to having fun watching Vanderpump Rules -...
Published 06/10/23
Cori picked this one and we see Sideshow Bob try to redeem himself and even find love with Aunt Selma. Bob's charm might fool most in the family, but Bart stays apprehensive and finds out that Bob has some other things in mind. Come along for the ride and listen as: - Cori forgets about Richard Gere and provides us with a Scandoval update. - Patrick takes the Vanderpump Rules Quiz and makes a timely Mac Tonight reference. - Bryan points out times this episode pushed the boundaries and he...
Published 05/04/23