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I'm pretty sure I'm the number one Weezer fan in the DMV.

Gamer, Nerd, Movie Buff, VHS Collector, and proud (?) to say I've watched every single episode of The Simpsons.

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I remember wanting this cereal so I could get the codes to play the game on Postopia but it was discontinued before my mom could get it.
The Polar Express Cereal (2004-2005): Snowflake-shaped cocoa puffs with marshmallows shaped like bells, trains, mountains, white snowflakes, and reindeer. Released as a promotional tie-in for the Tom Hanks holiday film.
December 11, 2025 at 2:29 PM
For the 4th year in a row, Weezer is my top artist. Also pretty sure 0.2% is a new record for me.
December 3, 2025 at 2:17 PM
We're seriously trying this AGAIN?! Ever since Nick purchased this franchise they can't stick to a singular face for the brand. The 2012 iteration is my personal favorite, and they still have merch for that as well as the iconic 80's version.

This will fail like the 2014 film did.
New ‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles’ live-action reboot film releases in theaters November 17, 2028 🐢
December 1, 2025 at 7:59 PM
Sadly, this did not happen. Good movie though! First Zootopia is obviously better.
I had a bonkers dream where Zootopia 2 was released early and there was a scene where Nick just pulled out a glock and shot a deer character in the head with blood and everything. A guy in the theater next to me said the movie was still rated PG because animal violence was acceptable.
December 1, 2025 at 3:33 AM
Wow, I haven't watched OPM since that first season in 2016 but what the hell happened here to piss off so many people?
IMDb ratings for 'One Punch Man' S3 👊

S3 has yet to have a positively reviewed episode
November 26, 2025 at 1:15 AM
And with that, after over a whole year, I'm done (with what's currently on streaming). I'm finally, FINALLY done!

I can finally move on and watch other shows, movies, and just do other things in general now that this is over.

So what are my final thoughts?
November 22, 2025 at 3:10 PM
Season 36 is... decent?! Yeah, this is the best season score-wise since Season 15. Despite a few bad ones, there's a lot of fun ideas and great episodes that keep this afloat, perhaps in due to this having the most non-canon episodes by far.

Best: Bart's Birthday

Worst: Desperately Seeking Lisa
November 22, 2025 at 3:00 PM
S36E22: Estranger Things

The season finale is a great one! I love the Bart and Lisa dynamic present, the depiction of the future is more measured, and I love the parody of When She Loved Me from Toy Story 2. Also a change of pace with Marge dead instead of Homer.

Non-Canon Count: 29

8/10
November 22, 2025 at 2:56 PM
S36E21: Full Heart, Empty Pool

Boring. I do like episodes where Homer isn't being a complete jerk to his dad, but what we get is a lame sports episode that at points tries to be a parody of Challengers. They should have gone all in on the latter concept.

4/10
November 22, 2025 at 2:30 PM
S36E20: Stew Lies

So the first five minutes are about this great Bart and Lisa plot but then it just gets... abandoned? Like, never mentioned again and it's frustrating they gave up on it. The rest of the episode is solid since I love Fat Tony but I wish the first part was the whole thing.

6/10
November 22, 2025 at 2:06 PM
S36E19: Abe League of Their Moe

Try saying that title parody three times fast. This episode is sort of frustrating because it's a unique team-up but the interesting part doesn't happen until it becomes about sports gambling. Other than that there's nothing going here.

5/10
November 22, 2025 at 1:44 PM
I should mention this marathon will end once I'm done with what's currently on Disney Plus as I need a long break after trying to catch up with the current season.
November 22, 2025 at 2:12 AM
S36E18*: Yellow Planet

This one definitely feels mandated by Disney. I was pretty blank-faced throughout this because it's just Simpsons characters as animals. Nothing special, but some of their designs are clever and there's some nice scenery. This ends tomorrow!

Non-Canon Count: 28

5/10
November 22, 2025 at 2:07 AM
S36E17: P.S., I Hate You

A fairly well-written episode. I think my main complaint here is I wish the mystery of who took the letters was prolonged for a while longer. The chase scene between Marge and Shauna is pretty good, plus the ending is nice. There was one joke that busted my gut.

7/10
November 22, 2025 at 1:48 AM
S36E16: The Last Man Expanding

So this is commentary on the recent surge of weight loss drugs but boy is this episode so surface level. On top of South Park doing this concept way better (ironic), the thin character models are just so dang uncanny. They also say "Ok Boomer" five years late.

4/10
November 22, 2025 at 1:22 AM
S36E15: The Flandshees of Innersimpson

This was such a pleasant surprise! I like how they explored Homer and Ned's rivalry, and the way Ned finally snaps is brilliant and isn't just a repeat of Hurricane Neddy. Plus the episode is really funny, and the resolution works well.

9/10
November 20, 2025 at 11:41 PM
S36E14*: The Past and the Furious

So I definitely love the 1920's aesthetic and soundtrack. The main plot with Lisa being able to go back in time and meet the old Mr. Burns has potential, but I would have preferred an episode fully in the past about Burns.

Non-Canon Count: 27

6/10
November 20, 2025 at 11:19 PM
S36E13: Bottle Episode

Okay, that's a clever title. Anyways, this is a fun one, albeit flawed. Having Marge kickstart the problem by screwing up is a nice change of pace, the dynamic she has with Smithers is underrated, and the Robin Hood scenes are eye candy. Not great, but still fun.

7/10
November 20, 2025 at 10:53 PM
S36E12: The Man Who Flew Too Much

This episode is bad. Reusing the Pin Pals, Fausto (from The Wife Aquatic) of all characters returns only to be pointless, yet another Mona Simpson appearance which is equally pointless, and forced emotions all around. Also it's a forced Christmas episode.

4/10
November 20, 2025 at 10:28 PM
S36E10&11*: O C'mon All Ye Faithful

Our first Disney+ exclusive episode (denoted by *), and it's double length at that. Ned's faith crisis is one of his best plotlines in a long time, but the stuff with Homer thinking he's Santa and Derren Brown is filler and brings it down overall.

7/10
November 19, 2025 at 11:54 PM
S36E9: Homer and Her Sisters

This had the potential to be so much better. The concept of Homer actually being friends with Patty & Selma is a concept I'm shocked the show hadn't done yet, but of course it's wasted amongst a Krusty subplot that nobody cares about with a rather dark ending.

5/10
November 19, 2025 at 1:43 PM
S36E8: Convenience Airways

This one was pretty funny. It's centered around unruly and annoying airplane passengers and the writers do quite a bit with it. All five members of the family have fun moments, and the whole secret prison is so ridiculous that it works. Very good episode.

8/10
November 19, 2025 at 1:15 PM
S36E7: Treehouse of Horror Presents: Simpsons Wicked This Way Comes

We're really doing this again after we already had a ToH? All three stories are pretty decent and there wasn't anything outlandishly bad, but I would never watch this again. I did kind of like the framing device, however.

6/10
November 19, 2025 at 12:53 PM
S36E6: Women in Shorts

This is essentially another 22 Short Films but about the Women of Springfield. The problem is this has basically no flow to it whatsoever. Every now and then there's a good idea or joke but I would've rather one of these ideas fleshed out more.

Non-Canon Count: 26

5/10
November 19, 2025 at 2:27 AM
S36E5: Treehouse of Horror XXXV

The Pacific Rim parody based on American politics is whatever, but the other two segments make up for it. I love the EAP parody with its actual horrific imagery, and the Denim segment is excellent. I especially love the art style of Homer's pants.

7/10
November 19, 2025 at 2:05 AM