Home Podcasts Donuts on the Couch: Growing Up on Evergreen Terrace

Donuts on the Couch: Growing Up on Evergreen Terrace

Andrew Murray and Thom Partridge 2 Episodes Oct 13, 2026

Former college roommates Thom Partridge and Dr. Andrew Murray revisit every episode of The Simpsons through the eyes of two dads in their 40s. They explore the humor, heart, and surprising depth of Springfield one episode at a time.

Episodes

Bart Gets Hit by a Car - S02E10 Oct 13, 2026 3325 Bart gets hit by Mr. Burns’ car, but somehow that’s only the beginning.This week on Donuts on the Couch, Andrew and Thom revisit Season 2, Episode 10, “Bart Gets Hit by a Car”—an episode that starts with a near-death experience and quickly turns into a story about lawsuits, greed, marriage, and some extremely questionable professional ethics.Along the way, we get the first appearances of two Sprin

Itchy & Scratchy & Marge - S02E09 Oct 6, 2026 3518 This week on Donuts on the Couch, Andrew and Thom revisit Season 2, Episode 9: “Itchy & Scratchy & Marge.”After Maggie clobbers Homer with a mallet, Marge starts wondering whether all that cartoon violence might actually be rubbing off on the kids. What follows is a surprisingly thoughtful Simpsons take on censorship, parenting, free expression, and the question every generation eventually

Bart the Daredevil - S02E08 Sep 29, 2026 3174 This week on Donuts on the Couch, Andrew and Thom revisit Season 2, Episode 8: “Bart the Daredevil” — an episode packed with wrestling, monster trucks, skateboards, broken bones, and one of the most memorable gags in early Simpsons history.After Bart becomes captivated by daredevil Lance Murdock, he decides Springfield Gorge is his next great challenge. Along the way, we meet Dr. Hibbert, revisit

Bart vs Thanksgiving - S02E07 Sep 22, 2026 3244 Thanksgiving comes to Evergreen Terrace, and the Simpsons are serving up sibling rivalry, family tension, canned cranberry sauce, critical relatives, and one very memorable ruined centerpiece.This week, Andrew and Thom revisit Bart vs. Thanksgiving, an episode they remember from childhood but understand very differently as adults. They talk about Bart and Lisa fighting over territory, Marge trying

Dead Putting Society - S02E06 Sep 15, 2026 3441 This week on Donuts on the Couch, Andrew and Thom revisit “Dead Putting Society,” an episode that feels increasingly like The Simpsons entering its classic era: sharper animation, richer character details, and a story built around one of Springfield’s most enduring relationships — Homer Simpson versus Ned Flanders. Homer’s jealousy of Ned turns a neighborhood disagreement into an absurdly high-sta

Dancin' Homer - S02E05 Sep 8, 2026 3448 This week on Donuts on the Couch: Growing Up on Evergreen Terrace, Andrew and Thom head to the ballpark for Season 2, Episode 5, “Dancin’ Homer.”When Homer’s spontaneous dancing inspires the struggling Springfield Isotopes, he goes from an enthusiastic fan to a hometown celebrity — and soon gets called up to the big leagues in Capital City. But can Dancin’ Homer’s small-town charm survive under th

Two Cars in Every Garage and Three Eyes on Every Fish - S02E04 Sep 1, 2026 3989 In Season 2, Episode 4, Andrew and Thom revisit “Two Cars in Every Garage and Three Eyes on Every Fish”—an episode they remember very differently from childhood.When Blinky the three-eyed fish becomes evidence of Springfield Nuclear Power Plant’s questionable safety record, Mr. Burns comes up with the obvious solution: run for governor and change the rules.Andrew and Thom dig into an episode packe

Treehouse of Horror - S02E03 Aug 25, 2026 2630 The Simpsons celebrate Halloween for the first time, and Andrew and Thom revisit the episode that launched one of the show’s longest-running traditions.They make their way through all three stories—“Bad Dream House,” “Hungry Are the Damned,” and “The Raven”—while talking about haunted-house movies, childhood fears, psychological horror, and why this first Treehouse feels almost tame compared with

Simpson and Delilah - S02E02 Aug 18, 2026 3234 Homer discovers a miracle hair-restoration treatment and suddenly finds himself with a full head of hair, newfound confidence, and—because this is Springfield—a promotion to junior executive. Andrew and Thom revisit “Simpson and Delilah,” an episode whose jokes about baldness and vanity hit a little differently in middle age.They talk about appearance, self-confidence, workplace status, and Homer’

Bart Gets an "F" - S02E01 Aug 11, 2026 3432 Season 2 of Donuts on the Couch: Growing Up on Evergreen Terrace begins with “Bart Gets an ‘F,’” an episode that finds Bart facing the unthinkable: actually having to study. Andrew and Thom revisit Bart’s increasingly desperate attempts to avoid failing the fourth grade, from bluffing his way through a book report to recruiting Martin Prince as a study partner—and getting thoroughly distracted alo

Some Enchanted Evening - Donuts on the Couch: Growing Up on Evergreen Terrace S1E13 Jul 23, 2026 3523 In “Some Enchanted Evening,” Marge’s call to Dr. Marvin Monroe sends Homer scrambling to rescue date night with a rose, chocolates, and a babysitter who turns out to be Springfield’s most wanted. Andrew and Thom discuss feeling unappreciated, Homer’s highly selective listening skills, and the strange experience of revisiting an episode originally intended to introduce the entire series. Along the

Krusty Gets Busted - Donuts on the Couch: Growing Up on Evergreen Terrace S1E12 Jul 22, 2026 2968 In “Krusty Gets Busted,” Homer witnesses Springfield’s favorite clown robbing the Kwik-E-Mart, sending Krusty from children’s television royalty to public enemy number one. Andrew and Thom discuss Bart’s unwavering faith in his hero, the debut of Sideshow Bob, and the episode’s darker look at celebrity, media frenzy, and how quickly a town will turn on yesterday’s beloved entertainer. Along the wa

The Crepes of Wrath - Donuts on the Couch: Growing Up on Evergreen Terrace S1E11 Jul 21, 2026 2622 In “The Crepes of Wrath,” Bart’s latest prank earns him a one-way ticket to France, where the promised château turns out to offer less fine dining and more child labor, questionable wine additives, and endless buckets of water. Andrew and Thom discuss cultural exchange, exploitation, international espionage, and the episode’s surprisingly ambitious decision to send The Simpsons beyond Springfield

Homer's Night Out - Donuts on the Couch: Growing Up on Evergreen Terrace S1E10 Jul 20, 2026 2922 In “Homer’s Night Out,” Bart’s new spy camera captures Homer at a bachelor party—and turns one bad decision into Springfield’s hottest piece of pre-internet viral content. Andrew and Thom discuss marriage, trust, objectification, and the episode’s surprisingly thoughtful message about how boys learn to view women. Along the way, they revisit darkrooms, seafood-related trauma, Burns’ admiration of

Life in the Fast Lane - Donuts on the Couch: Growing Up on Evergreen Terrace S1E9 Jul 19, 2026 3645 In “Life on the Fast Lane,” Homer’s spectacularly thoughtless birthday gift sends Marge to the bowling alley—and into the path of the charmingly persistent Jacques. Andrew and Thom discuss Marge’s growing dissatisfaction, Homer’s belated realization that his marriage may be in trouble, and the surprising emotional depth of an episode told largely from Marge’s perspective. Along the way, they explo

The Telltale Head - Donuts on the Couch: Growing Up on Evergreen Terrace S1E8 Jul 18, 2026 3284 In “The Telltale Head,” Bart’s desperate bid to impress Springfield’s resident bad boys ends with one impulsive act, one headless town founder, and a mob that is surprisingly unwilling to hear him out. Andrew and Thom discuss popularity, peer pressure, parental cautionary tales, and the terrible decision-making that can occur around 3:00 in the morning. Along the way, they revisit Homer sneaking f

The Call of the Simpsons - Donuts on the Couch: Growing Up on Evergreen Terrace S1E7 Jul 17, 2026 3530 In “The Call of the Simpsons,” Homer’s jealousy of Ned Flanders leads to an ill-advised RV purchase, a family camping trip, and his eventual identification as a possible missing link. Andrew and Thom discuss high-pressure sales tactics, forced family fun, Maggie’s surprisingly successful life among the bears, and the stark difference between Marge and Lisa’s wilderness competence and Homer and Bar

Moaning Lisa - Donuts on the Couch: Growing Up on Evergreen Terrace S1E6 Jul 16, 2026 4049 In “Moaning Lisa,” Lisa finds herself overwhelmed by a sadness she cannot explain—and surrounded by adults who do not quite know how to help. Andrew and Thom discuss the episode’s remarkably thoughtful portrayal of childhood depression, Homer’s well-intentioned but misguided attempts at parenting, and Marge’s eventual realization that Lisa needs understanding rather than encouragement to simply sm

Bart the General - Donuts on the Couch: Growing Up on Evergreen Terrace S1E5 Jul 15, 2026 3829 In “Bart the General,” a confrontation with Nelson Muntz leaves Bart bruised, humiliated, and ready to declare war. Andrew and Thom discuss the code of the schoolyard, Homer’s questionable lessons in fighting dirty, and Bart’s transformation from isolated victim to pint-sized military commander. Along the way, they explore childhood bullying, the importance of grandparents, Herman’s surprisingly e

There's No Disgrace Like Home - Donuts on the Couch: Growing Up on Evergreen Terrace S1E4 Jul 14, 2026 3458 In “There’s No Disgrace Like Home,” Homer becomes convinced that the Simpsons are Springfield’s most dysfunctional family—and decides that a little professional help might be the answer. Andrew and Thom discuss the episode’s satire of family normalcy, Homer’s shifting role within the household, and Dr. Marvin Monroe’s unconventional approach to family therapy. Along the way, they explore screen ti

Homer's Odyssey - Donuts on the Couch: Growing Up on Evergreen Terrace S1E3 Jul 13, 2026 3066 Homer loses his job at the nuclear power plant and spirals into one of the darkest stories of The Simpsons’ first season—before discovering a new sense of purpose as Springfield’s unlikely safety crusader. Andrew and Thom revisit “Homer’s Odyssey,” discussing unemployment, depression, suicide, and the episode’s surprisingly sincere depiction of a man trying to feel useful again. Along the way, the

Bart the Genius - Donuts on the Couch: Growing Up on Evergreen Terrace S1E2 Jul 12, 2026 2751 Bart switches aptitude tests with Martin Prince and is promptly identified as Springfield’s newest genius. Andrew and Thom revisit “Bart the Genius,” comparing what they noticed as eight-year-olds with what stands out now as middle-aged dads—from standardized testing and schoolyard social hierarchies to cursive writing, morning routines, and the hazards of scientific inaccuracy. Along the way, the

Simpsons Roasting on an Open Fire - Donuts on the Couch: Growing Up on Evergreen Terrace S1E1 Jul 11, 2026 3032 Andrew and Thom officially begin their journey through The Simpsons with “Simpsons Roasting on an Open Fire,” the episode that introduced the world to the Simpson family. They share their memories of watching the show as kids, revisit the episode through the eyes of fathers in their 40s, and explain what they hope to discover while growing up all over again on Evergreen Terrace.

Donuts on the Couch: Growing Up on Evergreen Terrace Preview Episode Jul 10, 2026 257 Meet Andrew and Thom, two longtime friends revisiting The Simpsons from a whole new perspective. In this four-minute sneak peek, they introduce themselves, explain the format of Donuts on the Couch: Growing Up on Evergreen Terrace, and share what inspired them to return to Springfield—this time as dads in their forties.

Donuts on the Couch: Growing Up on Evergreen Terrace

Episodes

Recommended