790. Estranger Things

Original airdate: May 18, 2025

The premise: Horrified to find Itchy & Scratchy is now being merchandized to toddlers, Bart and Lisa swear off watching the cartoon together, severing their only sibling bonding time. Thirty-five years later, the two have grown apart, until a successful Lisa returns to Springfield only to find Bart running a retirement home out of their old family house. Continue reading “790. Estranger Things”

789. Full Heart, Empty Pool

Original airdate: May 11, 2025

The premise: In the midst of distress over a lack of a legacy, Homer absentmindedly creates an engaging new, low-effort sport “noodleball,” which he helps popularize with Abe amongst the senior crowd. The town-wide fad catches the attention of a businessman looking to popularize the sport, but he wants Homer to toss his father under the bus, as they’re looking to exclusively target the Gen X crowd. Continue reading “789. Full Heart, Empty Pool”

785. P.S. I Hate You

Original airdate: April 13, 2025

The premise: Marge reveals that she’s managed to keep her saintly sweet disposition thanks to a coping mechanism she’s had since she was a teen: writing scornful letters about the annoying things people do, and stow them away in a secret box. Following a backyard birthday bash, Marge is shocked to find the box missing, and an anonymous caller demanding $5000 for its safe return. Continue reading “785. P.S. I Hate You”