Description

• Hosts: J.R. and Stacey, two long-time fans of The Simpsons.
• Background: J.R. and Stacey introduced their shared love for The Simpsons, emphasizing their extensive collection and experience with the show since 1988.
• Episode Objective: The hosts indicated their intention to discuss the Treehouse of Horror episodes from The Simpsons series.

Episode Discussion:

1. Review of the First Treehouse of Horror Episode:

   • Season and Animation Style: The hosts mentioned that the first Treehouse of Horror episode was from the second season of the show and commented on the animation style's evolution.
   • Animation Style Comparison: J.R. pointed out the resemblance in animation style between the first Treehouse of Horror episode and the TV show "Rugrats."
   • Segment Parodies: Stacey enjoyed the parodies featured in the episode, such as "Poltergeist," "The Amityville Horror," "To Serve Man," and "The Raven."
   • The Raven Segment: The hosts expressed particular fondness for "The Raven" segment, featuring Bart as the Raven and Homer as Edgar Allan Poe.
   • Ending: They appreciated the humorous ending where Marge scares Homer with the stories they've just watched.

2. Review of the Most Recent Treehouse of Horror Episode (Season 34, Episode XXXIII):

   • Segment Discussion: The hosts discussed the two segments in the 33rd Treehouse of Horror episode.
   • Zooming Out: The hosts found it intriguing that the episode concludes by zooming out to reveal various different worlds, ending in Bob's Burgers.

3. The Simpsons' Ongoing Appeal:

   • Replay Value: The hosts highlighted the enduring appeal of The Simpsons, which they can watch repeatedly, even after multiple seasons.
   • The World of Springfield Toys: Mentioned their collection of Playmates' "The World of Springfield" toys and their rarity.
   • Sponsorship Interests: J.R. and Stacey expressed openness to sponsorship from Hulu and Wikipedia, platforms they frequently reference in their podcast.

Closing Remarks:

• Encouragement to Watch The Simpsons: The hosts encouraged their listeners to explore The Simpsons if they haven't already.
• Availability on Streaming Services: They mentioned that Treehouse of Horror episodes are usually available on platforms like Hulu.
• Replay Value: The hosts reiterated their appreciation for The Simpsons' rewatchability.
• Future Watching Plans: J.R. and Stacey discussed their plans to watch more recent episodes of The Simpsons and Family Guy.
• Openness to Sponsorships: Expressed interest in potential sponsorships from Hulu and Wikipedia.

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