Collecting The Simpsons: An Interview with Warren Evans about Simpsons Merchandise, History, and Controversy

Warren Evans (Bart of Darkness & Simpsons is Greater Than) returns for Ep. 412 to talk about his new book: Collecting the Simpsons. We talk about the making of the book, the history of Simpsons merchandise, preview a few pages and chapters, and announce a giveaway for someone to win a copy of the book!Watch the uncut/ extended video version of this episode on our YouTube channel.TOPICS & TIMESTAMPS: Making the book and how it all came together - 11:15The Bart Simpson shirt that sparked controversy - 31:49Simpsons merch in other countries - 44:57The history of Simpsons comics - 52:02Giveaway Contest: Win a copy of the book! - 01:08:46Ben's Top Three Comic Picks (John Constantine, Hellblazer: Dead in America #1, Blasfamous #1, Cobra Commander #1) - 01:10:37Still want more? Listen to the 2nd half/ bonus episode with Warren over on Patreon!ANNOUNCEMENTS: Join our Patreon Community and get VIP treatment, bonus episodes, and other perks and rewards! Try it out 7-days for free. No pressureGet 20% off your next purchase from our merch store by using the discount code: “YOO“Take your comic shopping experience to the limit by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!Click here to text us Fan Mail! Support the showREACH OUT AND FOLLOW FOR MORE 🤝🏼Email us at [email protected] Follow Badr on IG , X, and BlueskyWebsite: theshortboxentertainment.comCheck out the music from the show: DeftStrokeSound, Mecca Tha Marvelous, DJ Crumbz, L.E.R.M., & Dialectable Beats