Talking Simpsons Xmas Special - Simpsons Roasting On An Open Fire

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Talking Simpsons Xmas Special - Simpsons Roasting On An Open Fire

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Dec 23, 2015

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Merry Christmas, Simpsons fans! In this very special episode, we’re talking a look back at the show that started it all.

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Dec 23, 2015

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Join your friends Bob Mackey and Henry Gilbert for a chronological and cromulent exploration of the greatest show ever made! Each week we're joined by funny guests to tackle a different episode of The Simpsons, breaking down every 22 minutes of animated entertainment into an embiggening discussion about Our Favorite Family. Support us directly at https://Patreon.com/TalkingSimpsons

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Talking Simpsons Xmas Special - Simpsons Roasting On An Open Fire

Talking Simpsons Xmas Special - Simpsons Roasting On An Open Fire

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