Good One: A Podcast About Jokes The Simpsons's "Lisa on Ice"
Dec 17, 2024
Nancy Cartwright and Yeardley Smith, the iconic voices of Bart and Lisa Simpson, reflect on their early auditions and the sibling dynamics that shaped their characters. Writer Mike Scully and showrunners David Mirkin and David Silverman discuss the evolution of humor and themes in 'Lisa on Ice,' especially its take on competition and gender roles in sports. They share behind-the-scenes stories, highlight the show's emotional depth, and explore how childhood experiences are humorously portrayed, making the classic episode resonate even today.
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Cartwright's Casting
- Nancy Cartwright initially auditioned for Bart Simpson but was given the role of Lisa.
- She had limited voiceover experience and hadn't planned on it.
Smith's Casting
- Yardley Smith, despite wanting to play Bart, was cast as Lisa after meeting the casting director, Bonnie Pietila.
- Pietila had seen Smith in a play a year prior and already envisioned her as Lisa.
Immediate Response
- David Silverman finished animating the Christmas episode close to the air date of the Tracey Ullman show Christmas short.
- The public response to the show was immediate and positive, with fans recognizing Silverman's Simpsons jacket.
