Remember when The Simpsons was the funniest show on television? The Simpsons is the longest running comedy in history. Gracing our screens since 1989, with over 600 episodes, the show is a cultural phenomenon. Whilst it is still drawing huge ratings numbers, there is no argument that during the 90s the show was at its zenith. No other comedy has had as big an impact on society. The Simpsons has influenced the way we communicate with each other. Niche quotes and references have become the secret handshake of millions around the world. In the course of this book, we remember the iconic characters - Hank Scorpio and Lionel Hutz, Rex Banner and Frank Grimes - and we dissect seminal episodes such as Cape Feare, Marge Vs the Monorail and Who Shot Mr. Burns. From celebrity cameos to musical moments, from hidden jokes to insane trivia, this is the essential companion to golden age of The Simpsons. Homer's Odyssey is a hilarious, intelligent and in-depth analysis of the greatest show on earth. So grab yourself a Flaming Moe, settle in to your groove on the couch, and enjoy our guide to your favourite yellow family.
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This is that book written by "those two Aussie guys with that podcast I might listen to one day, if I get the chance". This book is a great reflection of what made the Simpsons great during the 90s and early 00s. The book covers their favourite episodes from seasons 1-9, with brief overviews of the seasons. There are snippets of the later seasons, exclusive interviews with cast members and some really instense trivia. And as someone who lives and breathes this show, this is hard trivia.
If you grew up watching The Simpsons, waiting for that ever coveted 6pm on channel 10 and, you find quotes slipping into your daily vocabulary; buy this book and listen to the podcast. It is well worth the time.
DENTAL PLAN! - Laurence (QBD)
Guest, 08/11/2017
