Opinion (Beth Rodio): The Simpsons was a groundbreaking show when it came out. Now, despite a few highlights, the last few years have been slightly painful for long-time fans. Somewhere inside, my cooler-than-thou seventeen-year-old self is rolling her eyes at my slightly more cynical adult self for even suggesting it. But the question has to be asked; is the cartoon family done? Before we even discuss the downhill, all-too-familiar themes and plots of the latest episodes, let me give nay-sayers a clue: in high schools, the only people who watch The Simpsons are nerds. Before I start getting hate mail, potential mobs should know that I was (am?) one of those self-proclaimed geeks. So with a tip of the hat to geek culture, let me explain. Remember how it was back in our day? The Simpsons spanned social classes in and out of high school. Read More >>>
