Original airdate: May 7, 2023

The premise: A widespread caterpillar infestation causes a town-wide lockdown for all of Springfield, with the Simpsons dealing with their unplanned isolation in differing ways. Continue reading “748. The Very Hungry Caterpillars” →

Original airdate: April 30, 2023

The premise: Amazed by her mother’s super cleaning bags, Lisa convinces Marge to start a non-profit to benefit the unhoused. However, it doesn’t take long for Marge to get swallowed up by the wacky world of non-profits by spending millions to spread awareness of your organization while doing nothing to actually help anyone. Continue reading “747. Write Off This Episode” →

Original airdate: April 23, 2023

The premise: Homer unintentionally invokes the wrath of the fan army of a huge pop singer, which includes Lisa, and later Bart, making his life unbearable. His only salvation comes from another rival pop singer, who he teams up with in starting an all-out fan war. Continue reading “746. Fan-ily Feud” →

Original airdate: March 19, 2023

The premise: In his attempts to save the failing Barney’s Bowl-o-Rama, Homer takes Marge to the lanes, surprised to see how proficient she is at the sport. The new potential owner proposes he’ll preserve the bowling alley if Marge can beat a challenger of his choice. To prepare her for the match, Homer hires the best bowling instructor he can find, much to Marge’s horror: Jacques. Continue reading “745. Pin Gal” →

Original airdate: March 12, 2023

The premise: Kirk fights to have an embarrassing historical blunder by his great-grandfather, former Mayor of Springfield, not to be taught in school. In his crusade, he gains a cadre of followers who rally behind his “feelings over facts” mindset. Meanwhile, Homer takes advantage of this new town furor by selling branded merchandise to appeal to those who support or oppose Kirk’s new movement. Continue reading “744. Hostile Kirk Place” →