Introducing Simpsons Declassified with Nancy Cartwright

27 Sep 2025 · 2 min

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Episode Overview Podcast Title: The Varsity Episode Title: Introducing Simpsons Declassified with Nancy Cartwright Release Schedule: Episodes publish twice-weekly, every Wednesday and Sunday. Host: John Ourand, with a rotating cast of industry insiders Guest: Nancy Cartwright, voice of Bart Simpson

Episode Description

  • Nancy Cartwright opens "Simpsons Declassified," a new podcast that offers an in-depth look at "The Simpsons," featuring:
  • Behind-the-scenes stories
  • Wild predictions and fan theories
  • Exclusive guest appearances from cast and crew

Key Themes and Highlights

Introduction of Simpsons Declassified

  • Nancy Cartwright's Role:
  • Voice of Bart Simpson for over 35 years.
  • Aims to provide fans with an all-access pass to the world of "The Simpsons."
  • Podcast Format:
  • Weekly episodes featuring interviews with:
  • Writers
  • Directors
  • Cast members
  • Celebrity superfans
  • Engaging segments including "Simpsons-themed games" for listeners to participate in.

Unique Content Offerings

  • Fan Engagement:
  • Listeners are encouraged to share their wildest theories for a chance to be featured on the podcast.
  • Exploration of Iconic Themes:
  • Investigating the show's unique ability to predict future events, including notable instances like the theory surrounding 9/11.
  • Discussion on the creative process and the inspiration behind beloved characters and episodes.
  • Behind-the-Scenes Insights:
  • Nancy hints at sharing anecdotes about scenes that almost didn't air and memorable moments from recording sessions.

Call to Action

  • Listeners are Invited:
  • To follow "Simpsons Declassified" wherever they listen to podcasts.
  • To engage with the show through reviews and sharing their theories.

Conclusion

  • Podcast Goals:
  • "Simpsons Declassified" aims to deepen fans' understanding of the series and celebrate its legacy as a cultural phenomenon.
  • Expectations for Future Episodes:
  • Promises of exclusive insights and entertaining discussions that highlight the rich history of "The Simpsons."

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Note

  • This episode serves as an introduction to the new podcast, setting the stage for deeper explorations into the world of "The Simpsons" through the eyes of one of its most iconic voices.

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0:00Hello there, the listeners of The Varsity. We've got something a little different for you today. After three and a half decades as the voice of Bart Simpson, legendary voice actor Nancy Cartwright is cracking open the vault on the world's most iconic animated series with her new podcast, Simpsons Declassified. Nancy and her co-host Sophie are joined by cast members, writers, directors, and celebrity superfans as they dive into the wildest predictions, forgotten episodes, and fan conspiracies that have kept Springfield alive for over 800 episodes. Whether it's the science behind the show's most famous predictions or famous inspirations behind your favorite characters, Simpsons Declassified takes you where no fan has ever gone before.

0:43Follow and listen to Simpsons Declassified with Nancy Cartwright wherever you get your podcasts. Now, stay right there for a sneak peek from Nancy herself. Take a listen. Hi, I'm Nancy Cartwright. For over 35 years, The Simpsons has defied time, trends, and even logic. But what really happens behind the scenes of the longest running sitcom in history? On Simpsons Declassified, we pull back the curtain like never before. Have you ever wondered how The Simpsons regularly predicts future events? The craziest one is the theory that we knew 9-11 was coming. Or how we consistently maintain a world that provides near limitless opportunities to deep dive into the inner lives of fictional characters.

1:29Who better to ask than the show's creators? We have never run anything. Performers? I do have my creating right here. Should I whip it out? The celebrity guests, unless they're Conan. I'm sure Conan must have been amazing. Join me and my bestie, Sophie Kurtz, every week on Simpsons Declassified. To journey into mystery, hear all the declassified insiders. So I had to take my second choice job, which was The Simpsons. Play games with us and explore hot takes from you, the fans. It's a volume business, this prediction. Be sure to follow and listen to Simpsons Declassified with me, Nancy Cartwright, and wherever you get your podcasts.

From the publisher

Simpsons fans —THE VAULT IS OPEN! 

I’m Nancy Cartwright, the voice of Bart Simpson for 35+ years, and I’m finally taking you inside Springfield. Simpsons Declassified is your all-access pass to the world’s most iconic, animated  series.  

Each week, we crack open wild predictions, eerie coincidences and fan conspiracies and stories  from 36 seasons (that’s 800+ episodes!) behind-the-scenes with writers, directors, the cast and  celebrity superfans, PLUS…Simpsons-themed games— play along and test your Springfield IQ.  

Hear exclusive stories from our guests who were there! Perhaps some scenes that almost never  aired, the jokes that died, the ones that lived and the moments that still shock me at the mic. 

Produced and showrun by Monica Gil-Rodriguez. From Audacy Podcasts and CRE84U  Entertainment.

Follow now to get new episodes first — and drop your wildest Simpsons’ theory in a review for  a chance to be featured on our uniquely unique podcast, Simpsons Declassified.

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