A podcast about the cultural impact of The Simpsons. Interviews with people who worked on the show, as well as musicians, artists, and other creatives. Hosted by Simpsons collector Warren Evans, a.k.a. Bart of Darkness.
Welcome to Episode 65! This week, Brandon and I talk to David Cryan, the man behind Season 32’s “Undercover Burns.” He tells us all about how that came to be, as well as his upcoming project “Business Inc.”Check out Business Inc!Support the show
Episode 64 – The Clown Stays in the Picture August 31, 2022
Brandon and I are back this week with a deep dive on "The Clown Stays in the Picture" from Season 30. We also talk about our Friendiversary, technology in The Simpsons, and tons of other stuff that we just know you'll love.Interested in the Whatnot app? Use my link and Read More
Episode 63 – Stories From a Simpsons Auction August 03, 2022
Brandon joins me again this week to hear the stressful story and conclusion of a recent auction. Did I win anything? Did I win nothing? Did I score big? Only the episode can answer that. Enjoy!—Sign up for Whatnot with my link to get $10, or just follow me so Read More
Epispde 62 – Fine Art Simpsons July 20, 2022
Yo! I am joined this week by Kevin from Fine Art Simpsons! We talk all about what inspired the account and where his love of art and The Simpsons comes from.I talk up top about WhatNot, and if you want to sign up and follow me, click here!Support the show
Episode 61 – Homer Badman July 06, 2022
I am back this week with another deep dive, once again picked by you, the listener. Brandon and I talk for almost 2 hours about the Season 6 classic "Homer Badman" - We also talk about white water rafting, new ideas I have for the podcast, and plenty more.Support the Read More
Episode 60 – Will Kaelin June 01, 2022
I am joined this week by Will Kaelin. You might know Will from bands like Never Ending Game or Grid Iron, but it turns out he's also a huge Simpsons fan. We talk a bit about music up top, followed by some great childhood memories that are tied to the Read More
Episode 59 – Luke McGarry May 18, 2022
I'm back with another interview, and this week I am joined by Luke McGarry. You might know Luke from MAD Magazine, Sad Chewie, or any other number of things. In addition to the Simpsons, we also talk about how he became interested in drawing and how his career actually started. Read More
Mini Episode – Giveaway Results + More May 04, 2022
Yo! Badr joins me again this week for a mini episode to announce the winner of the giveaway, but also to talk a little bit about Homer and Lisa.- Check out The Short Box Podcast!- Buy Simpsons socks from Stance here.- Buy me a coffee here.Support the show
Episode 58 – Who Shot Mr. Burns? (Part 2) April 27, 2022
We are back this week with part 2 of our “Who Shot Mr. Burns?” special, and not only do we dig into the second episode, but we also have a great chat with one of the people who wrote it - Bill Oakley.- Check out the Steamed Hams Society here.- Read More
Episode 57 – Who Shot Mr. Burns? (Part 1) April 20, 2022
Take that, bowlarama! In this episode, Brandon and I talk in detail all about part one of "Who Shot Mr. Burns?"- Buy Simpsons socks from Stance here.- Buy me a coffee here.Support the show
Episode 56 – April Q&A April 13, 2022
I am joined once again by Badr from The Short Box Podcast to help me answer more of your burning questions about The Simpsons, my collection, and more. We also talk about where I’ve been and what’s coming.- Buy Simpsons socks from Stance here.- Buy me a coffee here.- Send Read More
Episode 55 – Itchy & Scratchy Land March 09, 2022
I am joined once again this week by my friend Brandon Withrow, to talk all about Itchy & Scratchy Land, plus lots of info from behind the scenes. We also talk about the pros and cons of amusement parks, and share some childhood stories. Support the show
Episode 54 – Dan Greaney March 02, 2022
Dan Greaney has his name on some of the best episodes of The Simpsons, but in this interview we talk all about the collaborative process that makes the show as special as it is. We also talk about how you shouldn't broadcast your Wordle score, and some of the best Read More
Episode 53 – Nancy Cartwright January 26, 2022
I am joined this week by the voice of Bart Simpson, the one and only Nancy Cartwright, to talk about her new Audible exclusive audio book entitled "I'm Still a 10-Year-Old Boy." We also talk about what it's like to voice someone like Bart for 35 years, and what kind Read More
Episode 52 – January Q&A January 12, 2022
Happy New Year! This week I am joined by Badr of The Short Box Podcast once again, to answer some of your questions. We also talk about some highlights of 2021, as well as the new Simpsons toys by Super7, and a lot more.Enjoying the podcast and want to buy Read More
Episode 51 – Debbie Mahan December 22, 2021
Debbie Mahan joins me this week to talk about her almost 2 decades on the show, as well as her directorial debut - "A Serious Flanders Pt. 1" - We also talk music, Christmas trees, and so much more.Support the show
Episode 50 – Thanksgiving of Horror November 24, 2021
Happy Thanksgiving! I am joined this week by Bob and Justin from the Straight Chilling Podcast to dig in to 2019's Thanksgiving of Horror. This is not only a great Simpsons episode, but it stands out as one of the most unique of the entire series. We break it down Read More
Episode 49 – Nick Dahan November 17, 2021
Nick Dahan joins me this week to talk about his first writing credit on The Simpsons, a great new episode called “Bart’s In Jail!” We also talk about how he got into writing comedy, and what makes the show special.Support the show
Episode 48 – Mike Atniel November 10, 2021
This week I sit down with Mike Atniel, who’s been working on the show for over 15 years. He tells me all about when he first knew he wanted to be an animator and about his journey to the show. We also talk about drawing Wolverine, lying about going to Read More
Episode 47 – The Simpsons Man October 20, 2021
This week I am joined by fellow Simpsons collector and content creator, The Simpsons Man to talk all about how he got started as a collector, why he wants to own The Simpsons house, and the current state of Simpsons merchandise. We also play The Synopsis Game, and more!Support the show