Howdily doodily! We wanted to give everyone an update on what we've been up to during our break. Amusement Parks! Allie got taller! New exercise routines with our cats! Investing money on pumpkins! We're currently hard at work to bring you our brand new podcast, Round Springfield. The new show will feature conversations with people who have worked on the Simpsons. We'll pull back the curtain and talk tangentially about just about everything in showbiz. Of course, we'll sprinkle in plenty of Simp...
Oct 28, 2019•25 min•Ep. 199
Well, this might be the moment you've been waiting for since we started the podcast more than four years ago. We're finally going to chat about "Marge vs. The Monorail," join us for one last episode of Everything's Coming Up Simpsons ! We're going to take a break and when we return we'll be reformatting Everything's Coming Up Simpsons , and giving birth to our new project – Round Springfield . We want to line up some fantastic guests for when we return. Help us by spreading the hashtag #ConanRou...
Jul 29, 2019•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 198
We've been doing this show for nearly four years now! In this episode, we'll share a behind the scenes look at the origins of the show, and recall some of our favorite moments. We're going to take a break and when we return we'll be reformatting Everything's Coming Up Simpsons , and giving birth to our new project – Round Springfield . We'll share some exciting news about the future and plans for the show!
Jul 22, 2019•36 min•Ep. 197
Join us as we relive some of our favorite Summer moments from The Simpsons. We're going to Mount Splashmore, Itchy and Scratchy Land, and making a stop in Australia. That's not all – plenty of fun awaits, buckle up kids school's out for Summer!
Jul 08, 2019•53 min•Ep. 196
Pride month may be over, but this week we'll celebrate Pride in Springfield! Join us as we reflect on some of our favorite LGBTQ moments and characters from The Simpsons.
Jul 01, 2019•51 min•Ep. 195
This week, we're joined by Mike Hollingsworth! He's supervising director for "BoJack Horseman" and "Tuca & Bertie." He'll tell us a story about being one of the first animators that Netflix ever hired. Plus, we take a look at "The Call of the Simpsons" an episode from season one. Albert Brooks made his first guest appearance in this episode as the voice of Cowboy Bob. Why we love the Springfield bears, and why they love Maggie. By the way, how much do you know about bird reproductive organs?...
Jun 24, 2019•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 194
We're doing something a little different this week. You've heard us discuss this topic in the past before, but we're dedicating the entire episode to The Simpsons first album released – "The Simpsons Sing the Blues." Julia breaks down a bunch of tunes on the album for us, and Allie listens to the album for the first time!
Jun 17, 2019•1 hr•Ep. 193
This week's guest is best known as singer-songwriter and guitarist of Speedy Ortiz. She's also got a sweet solo project under the name Sad13. Plus, she's got a song with Lizzo! Last year, she released her first book – "Mouthguard," which is available now wherever you get books. We're thrilled to share our conversation with Sadie Dupuis about 'Round Springfield. We'll talk Simpsons tattoos, Steve Allen, jagged metal Krusty-O's and more!
Jun 10, 2019•58 min•Ep. 192
We'll talk about the clip show of all clip shows with Brendan Hay. You've seen his work on "Dawn of the Croods," and as a writer on shows like "The Daily Show," and "Robot Chicken." Brendan's also the executive producer of "Harvey Girls Forever" on Netflix. Plus, he's written an episode of THE SIMPSONS. Make sure to stick around to the end – he'll explain how he ended up writing the season 20 finale.
Jun 03, 2019•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 191
Cookbook author, and recipe developer Laurel Randolph joins us to discuss Team Homer. We'll also chat about her blog The Joy of Cooking Milhouse. She takes your favorite Simpsons recipes and makes them reality. Whale of a Wife Cake! Little Meatloaf Men! Nacho Hat! NonKrusty Brand Imitation Gruel? Join us, this one is a treat!
May 27, 2019•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 190
This week, we dig into the archives to bring you an episode from long before the podcast joined Max Fun. Mike Mitchell (“The Birthday Boys", Doughboys Podcast, “Love” on Netflix) gives us a special behind-the-scenes look on what it’s like to go from Simpsons writer’s PA to VOICE ACTOR! You can listen to all our episodes from the archives to the Max Fun website. This episode was produced before "Everything's Coming Up Simpsons" was on the Max Fun Network.
May 20, 2019•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 189
We're breaking format this week to bring you a special episode that celebrates our favorite moms from Springfield. Listen up for some clips of our favorite mom moments from Mona, Agnes, Maude, Luann, Jacqueline, and of course, Marge!
May 13, 2019•56 min•Ep. 188
Comedian Jono Zalay joins us to talk about the time Marge spent time in jail. We find out the true culprit of the crime – was this incident really Grandpa's fault? Plus, why it's no fun to get the shingles and why you shouldn't skip out on jury duty. Don't miss this one!
May 06, 2019•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 187
Co-host of "Podcast: The Ride" Mike Carlson joins us to talk about theme park rides and The Simpsons. Plus, why we love an episode that really lets grandpa Abe Simpsons shine – even if the jokes are kind of mean. Trust us… this episode is quite a rollercoaster!
Apr 30, 2019•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 186
It's Halloween in Springtime with David Smithyman (Fresh Off The Boat). We'll chat about the three segments from this memorable episode – "Attack of the 50 Foot Eyesores," "Nightmare on Evergreen Terrace," and "Homer3" Smarch, Tron, erotic cakes, giant Kent Brockman, Paul Anka – this episode has got it all!
Apr 22, 2019•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 185
This week, we'll make the case for season 9 of The Simpsons by discussing "Bart Carny" with Lindsay Katai. Check her out as co-host of the podcast Teen Creeps. You'll be able to see Lindsay's work later this year on Cartoon Network's Infinity Train.
Apr 15, 2019•56 min•Ep. 184
The longtime Simpsons showrunner returns to the Max Fun studios – this time around Al Jean joins us to discuss his contributions to "Alf."
Apr 08, 2019•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 183
Welcome back Emily Heller for a discussion on Kamp Krusty. We’ll exchange stories about camp. Plus, Emily has some travel tips if you’ll be in Amsterdam anytime soon.
Apr 01, 2019•58 min•Ep. 182
We're doing something a little different this week! We're joined by the lead singer of Okilly Dokilly, the world's only "Nedal" band. Yep, a subgenre of metal music themed around Ned Flanders. The band's new album "Howdilly Twodilly" drops March 29th. Jordan Morris guest hosts with Julia on this epic musical journey of obscure Simpsons references and heavy metal. The MaxFunDrive wraps up this week! Right now is the best time to support this show and all of the MaxFun podcasts you love by startin...
Mar 25, 2019•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 181
We're joined by legendary Simpsons director David Silverman! He'll give is a behind the scenes look at an episode he directed. Find out why the episode terrified Allie and Julia when they were kids. Plus, why David believes his musical talents have helped his career in animation. The MaxFunDrive kicks off this week! Right now is the best time to support this show and all of the MaxFun podcasts you love by starting a monthly membership or upgrading your existing one! Listen carefully and find out...
Mar 18, 2019•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 180
We're joined by Jenny Jaffe this week! She is the creator and star of IFC's "Neurotica." She's also currently one of the writers on the "Rugrats" reboot on Nickelodeon. We'll chat a lot about television writing, Julia's love of musicals, and counterfeit jeans.
Mar 11, 2019•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 179
Join us as we discuss Bart's Inner Child with comedian Simon Gibson. Trampolines! Self-Help Gurus! Troy Mcclure! Albert Brooks! This episode has got it all. We get real silly this week folks.
Mar 04, 2019•56 min•Ep. 178
We'll chat about an early Simpsons episode with James Harvey. You know James as one of the creators and editors of Bartkira. He's also an artist, writer, and illustrator for animation, comics, and videogames. James recalls what it was like rewatch this episode on a VHS bootleg, and why season one of the Simpsons deserves more love.
Feb 25, 2019•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 177
This week, we're joined by comedian Karl Hess to discuss this classic Sideshow Bob episode. Despite being one of the most terrifying characters of The Simpsons, we just want you to know – Sideshow Bob can get it. You can check out Karl as co-host of the podcast Yelling About Pâté.
Feb 18, 2019•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 176
In "The Front" Bart and Lisa ghostwrite a great Itchy and Scratchy episode, and we also check in on "The Adventures of Ned Flanders." We're joined by Matt Ingebretson of Comedy Central's "Corporate" to discuss impostor syndrome, the writing biz, and the genius of the Simpsons kid logic.
Feb 11, 2019•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 175
In "The Canine Mutiny" Bart learns an important lesson about man's best friend. We're joined by Mikey Heller (We Bare Bears) to discuss flesh-eating horses, sock patterns, and of course, what you're actually here for – The Simpsons and Santa's Little Helper.
Feb 04, 2019•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 174
We're breaking format this week to bring you an in depth look at Disenchantment with Josh Weinstein! The last time Josh joined us on the podcast he gave us a sneak peek at the series. While he couldn't tell us much at the time, this time around he really spills the beans. He'll let us know about some easter eggs that are hidden in the show. He'll also hint at a few things the online community hasn't even noticed that will be important in future episodes of the series. Yep, Josh reads your reddit...
Jan 28, 2019•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 173
You guys are in for a real treat this week! This episode was recorded live in Portland, Oregon with our special guest Bill Oakley. He'll give us a behind the scenes look at parts one and two of "Who Shot Mr. Burns." But there's more, a behind the scenes look at his fast food reviews on Instagram. Please enjoy this super-sized episode – it's going to be a blast!
Jan 21, 2019•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 172
We love a good off season Treehouse of Horror conversation. This week, Story Break's Will Campos (Video Game High School, Hulu's RocketJump: The Show, and Dimension 404) joins us to chat about Treehouse of Horror III. We'll also talk about the things that terrified us as kids including: Mars Attacks, A Clockwork Orange and the Twilight Zone. This episode, probably has one of the best Treehouse of Horror gags burned into your memory, too. Yep … we're gonna talk about Frozen Yogurt … which we call...
Jan 14, 2019•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 171
We're kicking things off this year with Billy West! You know him as the voice actor behind some really memorable animated characters from your childhood including Ren, Stimpy, and Doug Funnie on Doug. Plus, a number of voices on Futurama, including Dr. Zoidberg, Zapp Brannigan, Philip J. Fry, and many many more. This episode is such a delight and you can bet we're getting plenty of samples of his voice work. Geek out and flip out when you hear all the voices he's got in store for us as we discus...
Jan 08, 2019•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 170
