Talking Simpsons Talking Simpsons - Treehouse of Horror XV With Merritt K
Nov 19, 2025
Merritt K, a talented writer and podcaster known for her novella "Vampiricine," takes center stage discussing the spooky delights of Treehouse of Horror XV. The conversation dives into Ned Flanders' uncanny visions and a gripping Victorian murder mystery featuring a twist on Sherlock Holmes. They explore the episode’s pop culture references, including Perfect Strangers, while dissecting a hilarious Fantastic Voyage parody with body-horror elements. Expect insightful laughs and nostalgia as they recall the quirks of this memorable classic!
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Scheduling Shapes Halloween Episodes
- Treehouse of Horror XV aired well after Halloween and reflects scheduling quirks like World Series and election timing.
- Season premieres shifted later over the years, pushing holiday-themed episodes into November.
Guest And Host Share Personal Context
- Henry recalls missing the original airing because his dad forced him to watch election coverage on a cruise.
- Merritt mentions publishing a vampire novella and being unsettled by one moment in the episode as a kid.
Movie Work Diluted TV Season Memory
- Many on the commentary later admitted weak memories of this season because staff worked on The Simpsons Movie.
- Production split attention influenced episode recall and possibly quality.
