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Join your friends Bob Mackey and Henry Gilbert (plus a rotating roster of guests) for a chronological and cromulent exploration of the greatest show ever made!

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Latest Episodes

"I only did what I had to do to survive... in a style befitting a French monarch." - Homer Simpson

When Springfield's new concert hall goes bust, Mr. Burns buys the property and turns it into a for-profit prison. Homer fails to get hired as a guard... more

"Of course I'm right. If I'm not, may we all be horribly crushed from above somehow." - Homer J. Simpson

When a prank backfires and Bart is forced into Skinner servitude, he discovers a force more destructive than him: a comet headed right towards ... more

"These are my new friends! They like me for me... and my plumbing and gas hookups." - Homer Simpson

When Marge forces the family to scrimp and save beyond reason, a resentful Homer drops the family's entire nest egg on an RV. Will their marriage wi... more

We've reached the end of the month, which means it's time for another episode of our community podcast! As usual, we're behind the eight-ball when it comes to Comic Con news, but we still have plenty to talk about, like Fox's fall schedule, Emmy nomi... more

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Recent Guests

Mike Mitchell
Guest from the Doughboys, Napa Boys, Birthday Boys
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Episode: Talking Simpsons - Bart's Comet With Mike Mitchell
Raymond Percy
Director associated with The Simpsons; director's corner guest on this episode
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Episode: Talking Simpsons - Mobile Homer
Justin Decloux
Guest from The Important Cinema Club Podcast
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Episode: Talking Simpsons - And Maggie Makes Three With Justin Decloux
Mike Reiss
Writer, longtime Simpsons showrunner and author of Springfield Confidential
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Episode: Talking Simpsons - The Mike Reiss Interview
Gary Busey
Actor featured in a guide-video short within the episode
Guest star
Episode: Talking Simpsons - On a Clear Day, I Can't See My Sister
Mike Drucker
Comedian, writer, author
Author of Good Game, No Rematch
Episode: Talking Simpsons - Grampa vs. Sexual Inadequacy With Mike Drucker
Bryan Quinby
Guest from Guys podcast
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Episode: Talking Simpsons - Pranksta Rap With Bryan Quinby
Mattie Lubchansky
Cartoonist and podcaster
No Gods, No Mayors; Temporal Culture War; Books: Boys Weekend, Simplicity
Episode: Talking Simpsons - Homer Badman With Mattie Lubchansky
Toby Jones
Co-writer and storyboard artist on Jellystone, frequent guest on Talking Simpsons
Jellystone (Hanna-Barbera)
Episode: Talk To The Audience?!? - April 2026

Hosts

Bob Mackey
Host of the show, co-host of Talking Simpsons; appears across episodes as a primary moderator and analyst.
Henry Gilbert
Co-host and frequent contributor, driving conversational flow and analysis with context on animation history and industry.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 2.1k ratings
  • Such a vibe

    Lovely pod, I love the effort in every show along with the passion. Highly recommend to anyone especially their other content that isn’t Simpsons related if you’re not interested in Simpsons

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chrisgrav212
    United States22 days ago
  • Stick to the Topic (and no apples in the vending machine), please!

    I am a big fan of classic Simpsons and really enjoy what others have to say about it. when you're on topic, your show is insightful, informative, and very entertaining. Your comments and reactions are quite engaging and make clear that you are very knowledgable about the show. The way you move the conversation along with the regular insertion of great sound bites is probably what I enjoy most about what you do..

    I’m old enough to remember a time when putting on a sitcom, watching a ball game, a... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Doug Canuck
    Canada2 months ago
  • A great show, I'm slowly listening through the podcast from the start. (I wrote this whilst up to the Treehouse of Horror IV episode.) I've even gone back for the Patreon only first season.

    I like how well researched the episodes are. I could however do without the cross promotion with Laser Time, I usually fast forward those segments.

    Podcast Addict
    4
    thom_horne
    3 months ago
  • A Krusty Komedy Klassic

    A great podcast covering classic Simpsons episodes with insight into what the writters room was like at the time, the general culture, and behind the scenes info that helped move a sitcom satire to the gold standard of American viewing. Bob and Henry do an excellent job of showing why this show has resonated within the tv landscape, often with the help of funny guests along the way.

    Audible
    5
    Riley Fox
    United States6 months ago
  • A great podcast covering classic Simpsons episodes with insight into what the writters room was like at the time, the general culture, and behind the scenes info that helped move a sitcom satire to the gold standard of American viewing. Bob and Henry do an excellent job of showing why this show has resonated within the tv landscape, often with the help of funny guests along the way.

    Audible
    5
    Riley Fox
    United States6 months ago

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Talking Simpsons - Bart's Comet With Mike Mitchell
Q: What made Bart's Comet stand out in season six?
The episode blends a tight, cinematic execution with sharp cultural and political commentary, anchored by strong character moments and a Twilight Zone-inspired third act that elevates it beyond a typical Simpsons adventure.
Talking Simpsons - Mobile Homer
Q: What was the pitch process for Homer and Marge's money-themed separation in this episode?
The hosts explain that the story originated from a George Meyer-style pitch about a mobile home and a budget-conscious family dynamic, then evolved through collaboration and input from writers like Tim Long, with insights from director Raymond Percy shaping how the bedroom and money stakes are framed.
Talking Simpsons - The Mike Reiss Interview
Q: How did you come to write Springfield Confidential and what was the motivation behind the book?
I fell into it by accident after a journalist suggested driving across the country and recording what I said; years later, the book ended up being 95% about Simpsons material and my experiences, which felt right given how central the show has been to my career.
Talking Simpsons - Fear of Flying with Eric Szyszka
Q: How does the episode use pop culture references to enrich the narrative?
References to Fear of Flying, The Graduate, Prince of Tides, and classic TV like Lost in Space and Cheers are used to build a meta-layer of humor and commentary about storytelling and aging in television.
Talking Simpsons - Fear of Flying with Eric Szyszka
Q: What was the inspiration behind Marge's therapy arc in this episode?
The hosts and Eric Szyszka discuss how the story channels memory, trauma, and the fear of flying through therapy, echoing the Prince of Tides dynamic, and how Merkin-era writing choices shaped Marge's journey.

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- A long-running analytical show that dissects episodes of a classic animated series through scene-by-scene breakdowns, production trivia, and cultural context. Guests range from writers and showrunners to comedians and actors, providing industry insight and behind-the-scenes anecdotes while the hosts offer thoughtful, often humorous commentary on storytelling, references, and era-specific moments. The format blends deep fandom with media-history analysis, plus occasional discussions of related TV, film, and animation industry topics. Notable strengths include strong research, clear affection for the source material, and a willingness to explore social issues and industry dynamics through the lens of individual episodes.

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1. Mike Mitchell
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3. Justin Decloux
4. Mike Reiss
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