Collecting The Simpsons: An Interview with Warren Evans about Simpsons Merchandise, History, and Controversy

Warren Evans (Bart of Darkness & Simpsons is Greater Than) returns for Ep. 412 to talk about his new book: Collecting the Simpsons. We talk about the making of the book, the history of Simpsons merchandise, preview a few pages and chapters, and announce a giveaway for someone to win a copy of the book!

Watch the uncut/ extended video version of this episode on our YouTube channel.

TOPICS & TIMESTAMPS: 

• Making the book and how it all came together - 11:15
• The Bart Simpson shirt that sparked controversy - 31:49
• Simpsons merch in other countries - 44:57
• The history of Simpsons comics - 52:02
• Giveaway Contest: Win a copy of the book! - 01:08:46
• Ben's Top Three Comic Picks (John Constantine, Hellblazer: Dead in America #1, Blasfamous #1, Cobra Commander #1) - 01:10:37

Still want more? Listen to the 2nd half/ bonus episode with Warren over on Patreon!

ANNOUNCEMENTS: 

• Join our Patreon Community and get VIP treatment, bonus episodes, and other perks and rewards! Try it out 7-days for free. No pressure
• Get 20% off your next purchase from our merch store by using the discount code: “YOO“
• Take your comic shopping experience to the limit by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!

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