Talking Simpsons Talk to the Audience?!? - March 2026
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Apr 1, 2026 They dissect how shorter Simpsons seasons and streaming strategies reshape coverage and nostalgia for bigger production orders. Rumors and reactions swirl around a possible Ripley parody 'Simpsley' and a Hit & Run remake. Conversation veers to Seth MacFarlane's new Stewie preschool series and industry workload. They also react to Smiling Friends ending, share viewing and gaming picks, and answer listener mail.
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Smiling Friends Creators Chose To End At Three Seasons
- Smiling Friends is ending after season three despite earlier hints at five seasons; creators prefer finishing on their terms rather than becoming a long-running merch machine.
- The hosts view it as a conscious creative choice to move on to new projects.
Buy Patreon Content Through A Browser Not The iOS App
- If you want Patreon content to directly support creators or charity, avoid purchasing through the iOS Patreon app.
- Bob explains using Safari or the web avoids Apple's extra fees so more money reaches the cause.
Bob's Current Game Picks Were Deeply Enjoyable
- Bob praised the mystery game The Seance of Blake Manor as one of the best mystery games he played, taking ~20 hours to finish.
- He also recommends Monster Hunter Stories 3 as a turn-based, more mature Monster Hunter alternative.