Best Stephen Mackey Podcasts (2025)

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Talk to the Audience?!? - July 2025 1:43:33

6d ago1:43:33

1:43:33

We've reached the end of the month, which means it's once again time for another installment of our community podcast! Join us as we mourn Simpsons composer Alf Clausen, check in on broadcast season 37, discuss the latest Simpsons-related Comic-Con news, and remind everyone that Marge isn't actually dead. And, as always, we read and respond to your…

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Talking Simpsons - Bart Gets an Elephant With Andrew Jupin 2:04:17

13d ago2:04:17

2:04:17

"You never know when an old calendar might come in handy. Sure, it's not 1985 right now, but who knows what tomorrow will bring?" - Homer Simpson In this spiritual sequel to Lisa's Pony, Bart forces KBBL's hand and wins a much larger herbivore: an elephant named Stampy. And as the giant beast slowly gets over the impulse to shove Bart in his mouth,…

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Talking Simpsons - My Big Fat Geek Wedding With Stephen Sajdak 1:54:24

20d ago1:54:24

1:54:24

"My beloved is napping in the many folds of my Spider-Man t-shirt. As for me, I am popping kettle corn." - Comic Book Guy After eight years, the Skinner/Krabappel pairing comes to an abrupt end when Seymour gets cold feet and leaves Edna at the altar. And when Comic Book Guy comes along to pick up the pieces of this shattered relationship, we're al…

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Bonus Episode - Talking Futurama "Lrrreconcilable Ndndifferences" With Chris Wade 1:53:28

27d ago1:53:28

1:53:28

The Talking Simpsons Network is taking a week off, so to fill the content gap, we've decided to post an episode of our Patreon-exclusive Talking Futurama podcast miniseries! If you like this episode and want to hear the rest (with more to come every month), head over to Patreon.com/TalkingSimpsons and sign up at the $5 level. Once you do, you'll ha…

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Talking Simpsons - Homer Loves Flanders With Libby Watson 2:10:32

1M ago2:10:32

2:10:32

"Don't worry, Bart; it seems like every week something odd happens to the Simpsons. My advice is to ride it out, make an occasional smart-aleck quip, and by next week we'll be back to where we started from, ready for another wacky adventure." - Lisa Simpson Homer and Ned become fast friends, but Homer's oafish behavior slowly grates on Ned's benevo…

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346. Jonathan Lamb: Leading with Purpose at Pflugerville ISD 29:52

1M ago29:52

29:52

What does it take to lead through transition without losing the heart of your mission? In this episode of Coach 360: Beyond The Game, we welcome back Coach Jonathan Lamb—now Athletic Director at Pflugerville ISD—for a thoughtful conversation on leadership, character development, and embracing growth through change. Having spent nearly two decades i…

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The Talking Simpsons 10th Anniversary Spectacular 2:56:04

1M ago2:56:04

2:56:04

It's finally happened: Talking Simpsons has turned a whopping ten years old! And to ring in the occasion, we're replacing this month's episode of Talk to the Audience with a little—well, BIG—celebration of ourselves. Listen in to hear us discuss our humble roots, the many growing pains of running a podcast network, and the future of talking about a…

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Talking Simpsons - The Wandering Juvie With Bryan Quinby 2:13:06

2M ago2:13:06

2:13:06

"All these years, I watched you turn our son into a time bomb, and yet I did nothing. So, in a way, I, too, am a victim... of you." - Homer Simpson A prank gone awry lands Bart in juvenile hall, where he becomes an unwitting escapee thanks to a new prison pal. Will he survive life as a fugitive? And, more importantly, is 2004 too late to parody The…

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345. Todd Winfrey - Coaching With Love: Coach Winfrey’s Approach 26:01

2M ago26:01

26:01

In this episode of Coach 360: Beyond The Game, presented by 2Words Character Development, we’re joined by Coach Todd Winfrey, Athletic Coordinator and Head Football Coach at Canyon High School in Texas. With over two decades of experience serving under Coach Blake Bryant before stepping into the head role, Coach Winfrey shares a powerful testimony …

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Talking Simpsons - Deep Space Homer With Maddie Copp 2:00:18

2M ago2:00:18

2:00:18

"You know, Homer, when I found out about this I went through a wide range of emotions. First I was nervous, then anxious, then wary, then apprehensive, then... kinda sleepy, then worried, and then concerned. But now I realize that being a spaceman is something you have to do." - Marge Simpson In a bid to win his family's respect, Homer enters a spa…

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Talking Simpsons - Co-Dependents' Day With Eric Szyszka 2:09:28

2M ago2:09:28

2:09:28

"My drinking problem is out of control. At Oktoberfest, all I could think about was beer! I couldn't even celebrate... the harvest!" - Marge Simpson After the newest Cosmic Wars prequel inspires Bart and Lisa to seek fan justice, a trip to wine country rejuvenates Homer and Marge's relationship with the power of alcohol. But when Homer frames Marge…

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344. Kelli Barnet - The Standard - Coaching at Wichita Falls Memorial 16:10

2M ago16:10

16:10

What happens when tradition meets transformation? For Coach Kelli Barnett, it meant stepping into a brand-new role at Wichita Falls Memorial High School—formed from the consolidation of three legacy campuses—and turning a blank slate into a platform for something extraordinary. In this episode of Coach 360: Beyond The Game, Coach Barnett shares how…

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Talk To The Audience?!? - May 2025 1:37:00

2M ago1:37:00

1:37:00

We've reached the end of the month, which means it's once again time for another installment of our community podcast! Join us as we check in on the end of broadcast season 36, learn about Milhouse's new voice actor, consider buying expensive new LEGO sets, and mourn the recent passing of a Simpsons writer. And, as always, we read and respond to yo…

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Talking Simpsons - Lisa vs. Malibu Stacy With Rebecca Sugar 2:33:39

3M ago2:33:39

2:33:39

"Millions of girls will grow up thinking that this is the right way to act. That they can never be anything more than vacuous ninnies whose only goal is to look pretty, land a rich husband, and spend all day on the phone with their equally vacuous friends talking about how damn terrific it is to look pretty and have a rich husband!" - Lisa Simpson …

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343. Daniel Fitzmorris - Data Driven Toughness, Trust, and Tradition - Pasadena Dobie HS 26:31

3M ago26:31

26:31

In this episode of Coach 360: Beyond The Game, we’re joined by Coach Daniel Fitzmorris, Athletic Coordinator at Pasadena Dobie High School and a proud alumnus of the very program he now leads. With deep roots in Dobie football and a winding journey that spans Missouri, Denmark, and across Texas, Coach Fitzmorris returns to his alma mater with a cle…

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Talking Simpsons - The Ziff Who Came to Dinner With Chris Cabin 1:51:38

3M ago1:51:38

1:51:38

"This guy's the one what done the thing that why you're here for! I'm talking malfeasance here!" - Moe Szyslak Disgraced internet billionaire Artie Ziff returns as a rafter-sucking attic-dweller who eventually finds himself consensually living in the same home with Marge—his former flame. But when Homer ends up taking the blame for Ziff's many crim…

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342. Sergio Gonzales - Real World Lessons from Blue Collar Roots 18:54

3M ago18:54

18:54

What does it mean to lead with grit, heart, and humility? In this powerful episode of Coach 360: Beyond the Game, we sit down with Coach Sergio Gonzales, the Athletic Coordinator and Head Football Coach at Pasadena Rayburn High School. From his blue-collar roots in Galena Park, Texas, to leading student-athletes with passion and purpose, Coach Gonz…

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Talking Simpsons - Homer and Apu With Mike Mitchell 2:12:32

3M ago2:12:32

2:12:32

"Silly customer! You cannot hurt a Twinkie!" - Apu Nahasapeemapetilon Apu receives a well-deserved spiritual depantsing when he knowingly sells Homer tainted meat and ends up in the unemployment line. But with the help of his oafish friend, and benevolent Hollywood superstar James Woods, he may find himself back in the good graces of the Kwik-E-Mar…

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341. Grant Freeman - From 3 High Schools to 2 - Building Culture from the Ground Up 21:40

3M ago21:40

21:40

When a school district undergoes one of the most significant transformations in its history—shutting down three long-standing high schools to create two brand-new campuses—strong leadership becomes essential. In this episode of Coach 360: Beyond The Game, Coach Grant Freeman, Athletic Director at Wichita Falls ISD, shares the pivotal role that char…

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Talk To The Audience?!? - April 2025 2:03:39

3M ago2:03:39

2:03:39

As Simpsons season 36 comes to a close, we're up to our necks in an incredible amount of news on this super-size episode of Talk to the Audience. Listen in as we discuss the Simpsons' four-season renewal, a new voice for Jimbo Jones, the potential loss of a historic writing room, and Nancy Cartwright's new video podcast. And, as always, we read and…

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340. Cody Moore - Don't Leave Leadership to Chance - Student Athlete Leadership Council Program 58:31

3M ago58:31

58:31

In this powerful episode of Coach 360: Beyond The Game, presented by 2Words Character Development, we reconnect with Coach Cody Moore, Athletic Coordinator at Round Rock High School, and his Assistant Head Football Coach and O-Line Coach, Jordan Gesch. Building upon their earlier conversation in Episode 332, this round dives deep into one of the mo…

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Talking Simpsons - Smart & Smarter With Mike Drucker 1:46:41

3M ago1:46:41

1:46:41

"Sweetie, you seem so blue. Did the last of something die?" - Marge Simpson Lisa's curse of forever being in second place strikes again when she discovers Maggie somehow has a higher IQ. Can guest star Simon Cowell help Lisa get over her resentment before a shockingly realistic recreation of the human digestive system dissolves the rest of the Simp…

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339. Lawrence Johnson - Building A New Culture Through Adversity 27:14

4M ago27:14

27:14

In this inspiring episode of Coach 360: Beyond The Game, we hear from Coach Lawrence Johnson, the Athletic Coordinator and Head Football Coach at Wichita Falls Legacy High School. Taking on the challenge of merging three schools into one unified program, Coach Johnson shares a raw, powerful account of what it takes to build culture, character, and …

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Talking Simpsons - Bart Gets Famous With Alan Siegel 2:15:25

4M ago2:15:25

2:15:25

"I shouldn't let this bother me. I'm in television now. It's my job to be repetitive. My job! My job! Repetitiveness is my job!" - Bart Simpson A trip to the box factory causes Bart to catch the showbiz bug when he sneaks away and lands a gig behind the scenes at The Krusty the Clown Show. But when a bit part on a sketch makes him an overnight sens…

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338. Cale Melton - Family Groups & Building a Foundation of Character and Trust 39:04

4M ago39:04

39:04

In this episode of Coach 360: Beyond The Game, we hear from Coach Cale Melton, Head Football Coach and Athletic Director at Hico ISD, whose leadership journey is rooted in legacy, authenticity, and building a program with lasting character. From his upbringing under a coaching father to his own transition into a head coaching role, Melton shares ho…

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Talking Simpsons - Milhouse Doesn't Live Here Anymore 2:06:13

4M ago2:06:13

2:06:13

"You're panhandling! I should have known from that panhandling sign! Plus that ticket you got for panhandling!" - Marge Simpson Milhouse briefly moves away, Homer becomes a part-time vagrant, and Bart and Lisa form a temporary bond in this overstuffed episode bookended by Isabel "Weezy" Sanford. Support this podcast and get over 200 ad-free bonus e…

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337. Michelle Dalton - Win with Grace, Lose with Grace - Lessons in Leadership 20:01

4M ago20:01

20:01

In the latest episode of Coach 360: Beyond The Game, presented by 2Words Character Development, host Colton sits down with Coach Michelle Dalton, the girls athletic coordinator at Pasadena Bondi Intermediate and a seasoned coach and mentor, to discuss the profound impact of mindset in leadership, coaching, and personal development. Through years of…

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In-Depth with Experts: Two-Generational Health During the Perinatal Period 32:03

4M ago32:03

32:03

How do we embrace two-generational health (child and caregiver) during the complete perinatal period — from pregnancy into early childhood? And how does the two-generation approach create better outcomes for families and prepare children for a lifetime of well-being? NYU McSilver partnered with the NYC Perinatal and Early Childhood Mental Health Ne…

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Talking Simpsons - The Critic Pilot with Will Menaker 2:36:30

4M ago2:36:30

2:36:30

This week, we're taking a bit of a diversion to talk about the two-season also-ran created by former Simpsons showrunners, Al Jean and Mike Reiss. How did a live-action Krusty the Clown spin-off turn into a prime-time cartoon that mashed Gene Siskel and Roger Ebert together into one adorably pathetic, pug-ugly movie reviewer? Listen in as we explor…

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336. Paul Sharr - Sportsmanship and Accountability in Coaching - Elevating Student-Athletes Through Leadership 31:19

4M ago31:19

31:19

Every coach has the opportunity to make a lasting impact, and Coach Paul Sharr, Athletic Director at Community ISD, is a prime example of what it means to lead with integrity and purpose. In this episode of Coach 360: Beyond The Game, Coach Sharr shares his approach to fostering leadership, instilling sportsmanship, and holding athletes accountable…

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Talk To The Audience?!? - March 2025 1:14:43

4M ago1:14:43

1:14:43

We've reached the end of the month, which means it's once again time for another installment of our community podcast! Join us as we scrape together what little news we can during this ongoing Simpsons drought, check in on Disney+'s new 24-hour Simpsons stream, and celebrate the second revival of American Dad. And, as always, we read and respond to…

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