Talking Simpsons

"Son, I've learned one thing in this life. To stay out of trouble, just say nothing. Don't rock the boat. Don't even get IN the boat! Just buy some ice cream and walk around the pier. But don't go in the bathrooms; they're filthy." - Homer Simpson When Bart unwittingly moons the American flag, the town of Springfield ends up in hot water, and The Simpsons eventually find themselves imprisoned in a reeducation camp. As this political satire unfolds, we must ask ourselves if it's possible to be critical of the current administration while refusing to mention the President—or any other politician—by name. Our guest: Brendan James from the Blowback podcast Support this podcast and get over 200 ad-free bonus episodes by visiting Patreon.com/TalkingSimpsons and becoming a patron! And please follow the official Twitter, @TalkSimpsonsPod, not to mention Bluesky and Instagram!

We've reached the beginning of the month, which means it's time for another episode of our community podcast! Because Henry is on assignment/vacation in L.A./Japan for the next few weeks, Wife of the Show Nina Matsumoto joins Talk to the Audience to discuss the few scraps of news available before season 37's long-awaited premiere. And, as always, we read and respond to your comments and questions from the last round of episodes. It's all happening on Talk to the Audience: one podcast you're not going to SCREW WITH!

"I know you can read my thoughts, Bart. Just a little reminder: if I find out you cut class, your ass is mine. Yes, you heard me. I think words I would never say." - Seymour Skinner When Bart plays hooky and witnesses what results in Springfield's trial of the century, he finds himself up to his neck in hot chowder. Or is it chowdah? Whatever the case, if you don't listen for our sake, do it for McGarnigal. Our guest: Jordan Morris from the Free With Ads and Jordan, Jesse, Go! podcasts Support this podcast and get over 200 ad-free bonus episodes by visiting Patreon.com/TalkingSimpsons and becoming a patron! And please follow the official Twitter, @TalkSimpsonsPod, not to mention Bluesky and Instagram!

On this special free feed preview, we're finally discussing King of the Hill's long-teased and long-awaited reboot. Listen in and learn how this new season came into being—and how we were kinda in on the ground floor—get to know the creative staff behind it, and find out just what happened to our favorite Arlenians over the past 15 years... or was it nine? No matter how complicated the new timeline is, we're just happy to be back! If you like this portion and want to hear the rest of the episode and all of our TalKing of the Hill miniseries (with more to come every month), head over to Patreon.com/TalkingSimpsons and sign up at the $5 level. Once you do, you'll have immediate access to all of our limited miniseries, covering animated shows like Futurama, Mission Hill, The Critic, and Batman: The Animated Series. (Over 200 episodes to date!) So visit Patreon.com/TalkingSimpsons and sign up today!

Delve into summer camp shenanigans as Homer and Marge humorously recount their childhood encounter. The hosts critique films like 'Van Helsing' and reflect on gaming nostalgia, particularly 'Twilight Princess'. Explore cultural impacts of sitcoms like 'Friends' versus 'The Simpsons', and analyze character portrayals with comedic flair. Dive into anecdotes about childhood games and family dynamics, sprinkled with witty reflections on dieting and gym fails. Embrace laughter through tales of bees and conditioning, all while navigating the joy of podcasting.

Dan McCoy, co-host of The Flop House podcast, joins to discuss The Simpsons' landmark 100th episode. They explore the rich character development of Principal Skinner, highlighting memorable interactions with Bart that showcase comedic tension. The conversation dives into nostalgic reflections on childhood and the show's impact on pop culture, examining the evolution of storytelling and character dynamics. McCoy also shares insights into the absurdity of relationships in the series, making for a lively and humorous analysis.

We've hit the beginning of the month, which means it's time for another episode of our community podcast! This time around—in the wake of Comic-Con—it's been a slow news month, but we at least have the broadcast season 37 premiere and Ella McCay to discuss. (That's right, THE Ella McCay!) And, as always, we read and respond to your comments and questions from the last round of episodes. It's all happening on Talk to the Audience, where we bad want money now!

Matt McMuscles, a YouTube content creator known for his video game analysis and focus on Spider-Man, joins the conversation to explore the quirky episode featuring Homer Simpson's alter ego, Pie Man. They delve into cultural nostalgia and the character's potential resurgence in today's superhero landscape. The discussion expands to the impact of iconic films and reality TV, highlighting the humorous intersections of media and societal critique. Expect laugh-out-loud reflections on absurd plots, memorable character dynamics, and the enduring legacy of beloved animated shows.

"Kids, you tried your best, and you failed miserably. The lesson is: never try." - Homer Simpson When a brush with the reaper inspires Mr. Burns to seek out an heir, he quickly finds one in the form of Bart Simpson. But as Bart grows more estranged from his family, we find the true test of a son's love comes down to whether or not he'll execute his own father for a Blockbuster Video gift certificate. Our guest: Eva Anderson Support this podcast and get over 200 ad-free bonus episodes by visiting Patreon.com/TalkingSimpsons and becoming a patron! And please follow the official Twitter, @TalkSimpsonsPod, not to mention Bluesky and Instagram!

"We have to grab this chance for romance now, or we'll never be alone. Not till Lisa's in college and we've lost contact with Bart." - Homer Simpson When Bart and Lisa don't show proper reverence for the 1970 film Love Story, Homer and Marge decide to take a Flanders-funded sex trip to Miami. But when the kids find out they've been deceived, they pursue their parents in a city-hopping adventure that culminates in a perfectly serviceable Catch Me if You Can parody. Support this podcast and get over 200 ad-free bonus episodes by visiting Patreon.com/TalkingSimpsons and becoming a patron! And please follow the official Twitter, @TalkSimpsonsPod, not to mention Bluesky and Instagram!