EPISODE · Jun 8, 2026 · 3H 20M
The Simpsons
from Nostalgium Arcanum · host Doug Lief
For our 200th podcast, we're covering "The Simpsons", a superlative satirical juggernaut that, for over 35 years, has held a yellow mirror up to our absurd world. Filled with endlessly quotable moments, pitch-perfect vocal performances, and expertly incisive comedy, Matt Groening's brainchild may arguably be the single greatest television show ever made, and easily one of the most important artistic works of all time. We're joined by four cromulent guests, improviser Dan Oster (MadTV, "A Podcast, But Evil"), comedian / musician Dylan Ris (www.lostmoonradio.com, www.themoonunits.com), comedian Rich Baker, and singer Sophie Gonzalez (also www.themoonunits.com). We are now truly all old men yelling at clouds. We also are incredibly grateful to all the returning guests who drop by for cameo appearances in true Simpsons style: Case Aiken (www.CertainPOV.com) Amir Baum Amy Baum Joey Clift (https://www.joeyclift.com/) Chris Coplien (https://retrohangover.captivate.fm/) Benjamin Lief Celeste Lief Ned Record (www.nedrecord.com) and Andrew Tavin (www.andrewtavin.com/) Be sure to also check out our monthy musical podcast, "Playing By Ear" (https://playingbyear.fireside.fm) and our limited-run Jim Henson Series, "Still Muppeting" (patreon.com/stillloadingpod). If you want to take an online improv class from Rich, go to www.daretofailimprov.com (first class is free!). If you have feedback, find us on the socials here: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/265036650022926/ The symbol formerly known as Twitter: @nostalgiumpod BlueSky: @nostalgiumpod.bsky.social Threads: https://www.threads.net/@_nostalgium_arcanum_ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_nostalgium_arcanum_/ You can also use YouTube, if that's your thing: https://www.youtube.com/@NostalgiumArcanum/podcasts Be sure to follow us on Instagram in particular since that's where we post bonus content, and on TikTok (@nostalgiumarcanum) for Doug's impressions. Musical Credits: Intro - Dark Flute (Jim Guthrie) Theme from The Simpsons by Danny Elmfan All music and songs from The Simpsons by Alf Clausen Nothing At All - Okilly Dokilly All Interstitial Simpsons remixes by D A N K M U S, except for "Can I Borrow A Feeling?" by Kirk Van Houten
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For our 200th podcast, we're covering "The Simpsons", a superlative satirical juggernaut that, for over 35 years, has held a yellow mirror up to our absurd world. Filled with endlessly quotable moments, pitch-perfect vocal performances, and expertly incisive comedy, Matt Groening's brainchild may arguably be the single greatest television show ever made, and easily one of the most important artistic works of all time. We're joined by four cromulent guests, improviser Dan Oster (MadTV, "A Podcast, But Evil"), comedian / musician Dylan Ris (www.lostmoonradio.com, www.themoonunits.com), comedian Rich Baker, and singer Sophie Gonzalez (also www.themoonunits.com). We are now truly all old men yelling at clouds. We also are incredibly grateful to all the returning guests who drop by for cameo appearances in true Simpsons style: Case Aiken (www.CertainPOV.com) Amir Baum Amy Baum Joey Clift (https://www.joeyclift.com/) Chris Coplien (https://retrohangover.captivate.fm/) Benjamin Lief Celeste Lief Ned Record (www.nedrecord.com) and Andrew Tavin (www.andrewtavin.com/) Be sure to also check out our monthy musical podcast, "Playing By Ear" (https://playingbyear.fireside.fm) and our limited-run Jim Henson Series, "Still Muppeting" (patreon.com/stillloadingpod). If you want to take an online improv class from Rich, go to www.daretofailimprov.com (first class is free!). If you have feedback, find us on the socials here: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/265036650022926/ The symbol formerly known as Twitter: @nostalgiumpod BlueSky: @nostalgiumpod.bsky.social Threads: https://www.threads.net/@_nostalgium_arcanum_ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_nostalgium_arcanum_/ You can also use YouTube, if that's your thing: https://www.youtube.com/@NostalgiumArcanum/podcasts Be sure to follow us on Instagram in particular since that's where we post bonus content, and on TikTok (@nostalgiumarcanum) for Doug's impressions. Musical Credits: Intro - Dark Flute (Jim Guthrie) Theme from The Simpsons by Danny Elmfan All music and songs from The Simpsons by Alf Clausen Nothing At All - Okilly Dokilly All Interstitial Simpsons remixes by D A N K M U S, except for "Can I Borrow A Feeling?" by Kirk Van Houten
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