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Simpsons Is Greater Than...

Warren Evans (@bartofdarkness)instagram.com

A podcast about the cultural impact of The Simpsons. Featuring interviews with people who worked on the show, as well as people who love the show, and even the occasional deep dive on some of your favorite episodes.

Episodes

Epispde 62 - Fine Art Simpsons

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 ! Have thoughts on the show? Shoot us a text! Support the show...

Jul 20, 20221 hr 12 min

Episode 61 - Homer Badman

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. Have thoughts on the show? Shoot us a text! Support the show...

Jul 06, 20221 hr 41 min

Episode 60 - Will Kaelin

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 show. We also talk french fries, play a super fun round of The Synopsis Game, and plenty more. Have thoughts on the show? Shoot us a text! Support the show...

Jun 01, 20221 hr 11 min

Episode 59 - Luke McGarry

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. We also do a round of The Synopsis game, The Big 3, and more! Have thoughts on the show? Shoot us a text! Support the show...

May 18, 20221 hr 10 min

Podcast Trailer

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. Have thoughts on the show? Shoot us a text! Support the show

May 13, 202241 sec

Mini Episode - Giveaway Results + More

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 . Have thoughts on the show? Shoot us a text! Support the show...

May 04, 202227 min

Episode 58 - Who Shot Mr. Burns? (Part 2)

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 . - Buy Simpsons socks from Stance here . - Buy me a coffee here . Want to enter the Giveaway? Just shoot an email to [email protected] with what your ideal line would be if you were a guest on The Simpsons. Contest ends on May 4th! Have thoughts on...

Apr 27, 20221 hr 55 min

Episode 57 - Who Shot Mr. Burns? (Part 1)

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 . Have thoughts on the show? Shoot us a text! Support the show

Apr 20, 20221 hr 32 min

Episode 56 - April Q&A

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 your giveaway submissions to [email protected] or DM me on Instagram . Have thoughts on the show? Shoot us a text! Support the show...

Apr 13, 20221 hr 18 min

Episode 55 - Itchy & Scratchy Land

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. Have thoughts on the show? Shoot us a text! Support the show

Mar 09, 20221 hr 17 min

Episode 54 - Dan Greaney

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 jokes that Dan didn't write. To check out Dan's app, click here . Have thoughts on the show? Shoot us a text! Support the show...

Mar 02, 20221 hr 20 min

Episode 53 - Nancy Cartwright

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 of perspective that can offer. Have thoughts on the show? Shoot us a text! Support the show...

Jan 26, 20221 hr 11 min

Episode 52 - January Q&A

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 me a coffee? Click here ! Check out Badr's other podcast: Nexxt Spin Podcast Have thoughts on the show? Shoot us a text! Support the show...

Jan 12, 20221 hr 28 min

Episode 51 - Debbie Mahan

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. Have thoughts on the show? Shoot us a text! Support the show

Dec 22, 20211 hr 6 min

Episode 50 - Thanksgiving of Horror

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 and also spend some time talking about the best time to eat, and favorite side dishes. Have thoughts on the show? Shoot us a text! Support the show...

Nov 24, 20211 hr 19 min

Episode 49 - Nick Dahan

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. Have thoughts on the show? Shoot us a text! Support the show...

Nov 17, 20211 hr 15 min

Episode 48 - Mike Atniel

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 college, and why working on The Simpsons is his dream job. Have thoughts on the show? Shoot us a text! Support the show...

Nov 10, 202150 min

Episode 47 - The Simpsons Man

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! Have thoughts on the show? Shoot us a text! Support the show...

Oct 20, 20211 hr 32 min

Episode 46 - Colin Young

I am joined this week by Colin Young from God's Hate , Twitching Tongues , and a ton of other bands, to talk a little about music and a lot about The Simpsons. Colin tells me how he discovered the show through a script written by his brother, as well as why he thinks Homer is on the comedy version of Mount Rushmore. We also play another round of The Synopsis Game. Have thoughts on the show? Shoot us a text! Support the show...

Oct 13, 20211 hr 1 min

Episode 45 - Halloween Special

Happy Halloween! In this 2+ hour episode, I am joined by my main man Badr to talk all about Halloween and to go over 3 special Treehouse of Horror episodes - my favorite, the most underrated, and a great modern episode. We also read your comments and Simpsons costume stories! Bill Oakley also pops in long enough to talk about one of the episodes, but I won't spoil that for you here. Have thoughts on the show? Shoot us a text! Support the show...

Oct 06, 20212 hr 9 min

Episode 44 - Lydia Poulteney (The Simpsons Theory)

This week I am joined by Lydia from The Simpsons Theory to talk all about her new book: The Simpsons Secret: A Cromulent Guide to How The Simpsons Predicted Everything , which comes out soon! Learn how Lydia started making YouTube videos, as well as her early memories of watching the show. We also play a brand new game called The Synopsis Game...final name pending. Enjoy! You can also pre-order the book here ! Have thoughts on the show? Shoot us a text! Support the show...

Sep 22, 20211 hr 5 min

Episode 43 - Andrew Carey (Evergreen Terrace)

For this episode, I sit down with Andrew Carey - the frontman of the band Evergreen Terrace . We talk about how the band came to be, why they chose the name, but also what it's like to watch the show for over two decades. Have thoughts on the show? Shoot us a text! Support the show...

Sep 08, 20211 hr

Episode 42 - Brandon Withrow

You may have seen the viral Simpsons tv that's been floating around all forms of Simpsons internet for the past couple of weeks. Well, that tv was designed and created by Brandon Withrow , a software engineer from Kentucky who has a very cool story. In addition to the tv, we also talk about his time studying animation, and where his fandom originated. To enter the raffle mentioned in the intro, head to simpsonstv.org . In addition to that, you should make sure to check out Brandon's website . We...

Sep 01, 20211 hr 3 min

Episode 41 - Yeardley Smith Returns

This episode marks the one year anniversary of the podcast, and what a ride it has been! This week I am joined by the one and only Yeardley Smith yet again, and this time it's for a fan Q&A! We answer questions that were submitted, but we also go down some fun side streets and Yeardley shares some very cool stories, including tons of stuff I had never heard before. Enjoy! Have thoughts on the show? Shoot us a text! Support the show...

Aug 25, 20211 hr 22 min

GIVEAWAY / Pod Boys - Ep. 6

Yo! I am doing a little giveaway with my friends from The Short Box Podcast , and because it comes up as a result of the most recent Pod Boys, I am dropping it here early so you can listen in and enter! We also discuss the Chinatown Market x Simpsons drop, the life-size Maggie doll from MedicomToy , and a lot more. This episode was recorded live on August 6th, 2021 over on the Simpsons Is Greater Than Instagram . Make sure you follow me there so you can hang out with us next time! You can watch ...

Aug 11, 20211 hr 2 min

Episode 40 - Laurel Randolph

This week I am joined by Laurel Randolph, the author of The Unofficial Simpsons Cookbook . It is obvious to me after speaking to Laurel that this book was a genuine labor of love from a true fan, and it really shows. The book is packed with great recipes and incredible photos, so make sure it's on your shelf! We also talk about why she loves food, why she loves the Simpsons, and plenty more. Have thoughts on the show? Shoot us a text! Support the show...

Aug 04, 202158 min

Episode 39 - Jordan Morris & Tony Cliff

Jordan Morris and Tony Cliff are two of the people behind Bubble , a sci-fi graphic novel based on the podcast of the same name. We talk all about the book, including how many Simpsons references it has, and we dig into what the show means to them. We also talk a little bit about Green Day. You might also know Jordan from Jordan, Jesse, Go! or Good Mythical Morning - and you might recognize Tony's name from Delilah Dirk or Let's Get Sleepy , among other awesome things. Have thoughts on the show?...

Jul 28, 20211 hr 23 min

Episode 38 - The Real Jims

I'm back! This week I am joined by Jim of The Real Jims , a fantastic YouTube channel about The Simpsons. We talk all about what made him want to make videos about The Simpsons, as well as mustard on watermelon, Patreon, and a lot more. Have thoughts on the show? Shoot us a text! Support the show

Jul 21, 20211 hr 7 min

Episode 37 - Time Off / Pod Boys - Ep. 5

This week, I use the live Pod Boys format to talk about why I've been slacking, but also what's coming up for the show. We also talk about some cool Simpsons news, and a little too much about basketball. This episode was recorded LIVE on June 19th, 2021. Have thoughts on the show? Shoot us a text! Support the show

Jun 23, 20211 hr 3 min

Episode 36 - Erin Murdock (Snip Glass)

Erin is the person behind Snip Glass . She creates all kinds of cool stained glass pieces, but one of her specialties is Simpsons! In this episode, I learn a little bit about her process, as well as why The Simpsons is so special to her. Other topics include Mountain Dew and boiled peanuts - fun for the whole family. Have thoughts on the show? Shoot us a text! Support the show...

Jun 09, 20211 hr
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