Four Finger Discount (Simpsons Podcast)

Moe discovers his talent for crushing dreams in “Judge Me Tender,” but does his trip to the American Idol judging panel actually produce any laughs?Guy and Dando review the Season 21 finale, debating its parade of celebrity cameos, the painfully obvious Fox cross-promotion and whether Simon Cowell at least deserves credit for playing the villain.They also look back at Ellen DeGeneres’ surprising stint on American Idol, question the show’s overly reliant sign gags, unpack Homer and Marge’s underdeveloped B-story, and pitch an alternate story in which Moe becomes a professional heckler.Plus, they also discuss what happened to Simon Cowell's face, whether dogs understand humans, the secret to a tradie's quote and more.Support the show on Patreon at patreon.com/fourfingerdiscountListen on Spotify - spoti.fi/4fDcSY0Listen on Apple Podcasts - apple.co/4dgpW3ZCHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Goin' Down To South Park - spreaker.com/show/goin-down-to-south-parkThe Movie Guide with Maltin & Davis - themovieguidepodcast.comThe One About Friends - spreaker.com/show/the-one-about-friends-podcastTalking Seinfeld - spreaker.com/show/talking-seinfeldSpeaKing Of The Hill - spreaker.com/show/speaking-of-the-hill-a-king-of-the-hill-The Office Talk - spreaker.com/show/the-office-talk-podcastBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/four-finger-discount-simpsons-podcast--5828977/support.

This podcast is a part of us all... a part of us all... A PART OF US ALL! That's right, this week we're hopping into Flanders' RV and taking a trip to Shelbyville as we revisit "Lemon Of Troy". However, it would be foolish to partake in this endeavour alone, so we've summoned a burly protector to save us from the barrage of married cousins, the writer of the episode, Brent Forrester!We discuss the "lemon face" scene and how it's developed its own life in meme culture, the reason so many fans have a nostalgic connection to the story, how the episode was originally pitched and so much more.Plus we get a crash course in comedy writing, as we delve into Brent's career working on hit shows such as King of the Hill, The Office, The Ben Stiller Show, Late Night with David Letterman and Mr. Show,  just to name a few.Subscribe to Brent's YouTube channel at youtube.com/@ProfessorBFoSupport the show on Patreon at patreon.com/fourfingerdiscountListen on Spotify - spoti.fi/4fDcSY0Listen on Apple Podcasts - apple.co/4dgpW3ZCHAPTERS:01:56 - Why “Lemon of Troy” Still Connects with Audiences4:00 - The Origin of Springfield vs. Shelbyville6:39 - “Behaviour Over Banter” and Grounded Comedy9:35 - Inside The Simpsons Writers’ Conference14:14 - Pitching the Lemon Tree Story20:00 - Roman Numerals, Movie References and Joke Construction24:05 - The “Lemon Face” Meme and Comic Contradiction28:00 - Springfield Pride, Shelbyville and Childhood Adventures34:00 - The Episode’s Title, Childhood Memories38:38 - Brent’s Early Comedy Career: The Ben Stiller Show and Originality43:00 -  Learning from James L. Brooks, Judd Apatow, Bob Odenkirk and David Cross49:05 - The Office, King of the Hill and Leading a Writers’ Room56:30 - Showrunning, Rewrites and Making Great TV Under Pressure01:03:00 - Comedy, Networks and King of the Hill01:10:20 - Disappointing Conan O’Brien, Late Night and Creating “If They Mated”01:18:44 - Brent’s Comedy-Writing Class and Creating Your Own Script01:21:00 - Homerpalooza, Voice Actors and What Makes a Line Land01:26:00 - Writing for Performance and the Science of Funny Words01:30:00 - The Simpsons Season 6–7 Writers’ Room01:32:57 - Brent’s Favourite “Lemon of Troy” Moments01:35:00 - “Squozen,” Cousin Love and the Brilliance of Animation01:38:30 - Brent’s Ultimate Five-Episode Simpsons MarathonCHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Goin' Down To South Park - spreaker.com/show/goin-down-to-south-parkThe Movie Guide with Maltin & Davis - themovieguidepodcast.comThe One About Friends - spreaker.com/show/the-one-about-friends-podcastTalking Seinfeld - spreaker.com/show/talking-seinfeldSpeaKing Of The Hill - spreaker.com/show/speaking-of-the-hill-a-king-of-the-hill-The Office Talk - spreaker.com/show/the-office-talk-podcastBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/four-finger-discount-simpsons-podcast--5828977/support.

It's been a huge month for Simpsons news, especially now that the promo train for The NEW Simpsons Movie is in full motion.As announced at D23, The NEW Simpsons Movie got it's official title, plus fans were treated to a brief animatic of a scene from the film. During the same panel, Matt Groening may hav accidentally let it slip that a remaster for Simpson Hit & Run is coming.We also discuss Nancy Cartwright's recent statement that she thinks the show will end at Season 40, as well as her and Harry Shearer's stance on being replace with AI.Plus we cover some recent Simpsons merch drops, including some pretty cool Simpsons action figures, available now at iamretro.comSupport the show on Patreon at patreon.com/fourfingerdiscountListen on Spotify - spoti.fi/4fDcSY0Listen on Apple Podcasts - apple.co/4dgpW3ZCHAPTERS:1:16 - The New Simpsons Movie” Title Revealed3:43 - Breaking Down the Movie Animatic8:29 - Is a Simpsons: Hit & Run Remaster Coming?13:51 - Is The Simpsons Ending with Season 40?17:59 - The Simpsons Cast vs AI28:20 - Harry Shearer Doesn’t Watch the Show?!32:30 - New Simpsons Collectibles and Merchandise37:22 - Final Thoughts and Listener MailbagOrder the new Simpsons merch at iamretro.comCHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Goin' Down To South Park - spreaker.com/show/goin-down-to-south-parkThe Movie Guide with Maltin & Davis - themovieguidepodcast.comThe One About Friends - spreaker.com/show/the-one-about-friends-podcastTalking Seinfeld - spreaker.com/show/talking-seinfeldSpeaKing Of The Hill - spreaker.com/show/speaking-of-the-hill-a-king-of-the-hill-The Office Talk - spreaker.com/show/the-office-talk-podcastBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/four-finger-discount-simpsons-podcast--5828977/support.

With the announcement of The NEW Simpsons Movie, Dando is joined by fellow Simpsons nerd, Chris Stanley, to discuss their memories of the original film's release.They discuss the incredible hype in the lead-up, including some very creative tie-ins (7/11 stores becoming Kwik-E-Marts will always be a winner), the fact that Australians were the first to see it in cinemas, what their experience was like at the first screening and more.Plus you'll hear their initial thoughts on the film, what they enjoyed and what disappointed, as well as predictions for what's to come in The NEW Simpsons Movie.What are YOUR memories of The Simpsons Movie? Comment below and let us know.Support the show on Patreon at patreon.com/fourfingerdiscountListen on Spotify - spoti.fi/4fDcSY0Listen on Apple Podcasts - apple.co/4dgpW3ZSubscribe to Chris Stanley's YouTube at youtube.com/@chrisstanleyofficialCHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Goin' Down To South Park - spreaker.com/show/goin-down-to-south-parkThe Movie Guide with Maltin & Davis - themovieguidepodcast.comThe One About Friends - spreaker.com/show/the-one-about-friends-podcastTalking Seinfeld - spreaker.com/show/talking-seinfeldSpeaKing Of The Hill - spreaker.com/show/speaking-of-the-hill-a-king-of-the-hill-The Office Talk - spreaker.com/show/the-office-talk-podcastBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/four-finger-discount-simpsons-podcast--5828977/support.

Sideshow Bob returns once again in what may be his best appearance since the "golden era". There was something truly sinister about his ploy here that took us back to the vibe of "Cape Feare", which was also helped by the Face Off parody.We discuss THAT gruesome visual, the Simpsons' cast on Herman's Head, why there's too many "filler" gags this season, spoiling Harry Potter, our love of Down Periscope and more.Support the show on Patreon at patreon.com/fourfingerdiscountListen on Spotify - spoti.fi/4fDcSY0Listen on Apple Podcasts - apple.co/4dgpW3ZCHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Goin' Down To South Park - spreaker.com/show/goin-down-to-south-parkThe Movie Guide with Maltin & Davis - themovieguidepodcast.comThe One About Friends - spreaker.com/show/the-one-about-friends-podcastTalking Seinfeld - spreaker.com/show/talking-seinfeldSpeaKing Of The Hill - spreaker.com/show/speaking-of-the-hill-a-king-of-the-hill-The Office Talk - spreaker.com/show/the-office-talk-podcastBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/four-finger-discount-simpsons-podcast--5828977/support.