The Forbidden Closet of Mystery

Lisa Vs. Malibu Stacy

Fri, 29 May 2026 07:00:00 GMT

Today, we’re taking a look at the classic Simpsons episode Lisa vs. Malibu Stacy!

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FCOM Presents What's the Deal With... Net Neutrality?

Fri, 15 May 2026 07:00:00 GMT

Today, we’re giving you a special look at the Ralphcast network’s newest podcast- What’s The Deal With? Today’s episode- what’s the deal with Net Neutrality?

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Hooray For Hollywood!

Fri, 01 May 2026 07:00:00 GMT

Today we present a special episode that originally aired on our sister podcast Diz Tales! Learn about the early days of Hollywood- and how Thomas Edison was really a big meanie.

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The Wonderful World of Bongo

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 07:00:00 GMT

Today we take a look at Bongo Comics - The Official Comic Book Company of The Simpsons.

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So It Has Come To This Again: An FCOM Clip Show

Fri, 03 Apr 2026 07:00:00 GMT

Are clip shows the laziest form of podcasting? Hopefully not, because this is the Forbidden Closet of Mystery's very first clip show!

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Guest Springfielders #3

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 07:00:00 GMT

We take a look at more Guest Springfielders from The Simpsons Season 2!

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The Springfield Files: Homer Simpson

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 08:00:00 GMT

Today, we begin season two by taking a look at our favorite dad- Homer Simpson!

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So It Has Come To This: A Forbidden Closet of Mystery Season Finale

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 08:00:00 GMT

Can you believe it's been a year? Today we look back at what was and ahead at what will be! Plus, a special preview of the newest Ralphcast Podcast - "What's The Deal With...?"

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The Movies of Troy McClure

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 08:00:00 GMT

You might remember Troy McClure from one of these crazy motion pictures!

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Guest Springfielders #2

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 08:00:00 GMT

It's Part 2 of our series where we're talking about all of the Simpsons' famous guest stars beginning with season one! Today's Guest Stars- Harvey Fierstein, James Earl Jones, Tony Bennett, Tom Poston and Alex Rocco!

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Guest Springfielders #1

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 08:00:00 GMT

Today we begin a new feature where we'll talk about all of the Simpsons' famous guest stars beginning with season one! Today's Guest Stars- Albert Brooks, Kelsey Grammer and Penny Marshall!

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An FCOM Recap: Simpsons Roasting On An Open Fire

Fri, 26 Dec 2025 08:00:00 GMT

Today we begin recapping episodes of "The Simpsons" beginning with the very first one- "Simpsons Roasting On An Open Fire"!

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Suitable For Children?

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 08:00:00 GMT

Today we take a look at one of the greatest effects that The Simpsons had on the animation world in the United States - removing animation from being a "kid's only" genre.

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The Forbidden Closet of Mystery Presents: The Hollywood Haystack 2025 Turkey Awards

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 08:00:00 GMT

This week, we celebrate Thanksgiving by presenting Hollywood Haystack's 2025 Turkey Awards, highlighting the worst that Hollywood has ever offered!

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Springfield Misfits

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 08:00:00 GMT

This week: We take a look at some of Springfield's craziest misfits.

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Treehouse of Horror-Palooza: An FCOM Recap- Treehouse of Horror I

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 07:00:00 GMT

It's our first ever FCOM Recap of the episode that started it all - Treehouse of Horror I

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Treehouse of Horror-Palooza: Strange and Horrifying Facts Part 2!

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 07:00:00 GMT

We continue our celebration of Halloween month by taking a look at three memorable characters from The Simpsons Treehouse of Horror- The Giant Pumpkin, The Leprechaun and Hugo Simpson!

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Treehouse of Horror-Palooza: Strange and Horrifying Facts!

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 11:00:00 GMT

We begin celebrating Halloween month with a look at the legendary Treehouse of Horror! Today, we take a look at its origins and some strange behind the scenes facts!

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Duffless!

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 11:00:00 GMT

In this episode, we take a look at the classic season four episode "Duffless!" with guest host Roger Chestnut!

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The Many Jobs of Homer Simpson

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 11:00:00 GMT

On this episode, we take a look at Homer Simpson's many, many jobs- or at least, many of them! (This isn't a 24 hour podcast...)

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Simpsons Theme Park Mania!

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 11:00:00 GMT

In today's episode, we take a look at theme parks in the world of The Simpsons!

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The Forbidden Closet of Mystery Presents: The Hollywood Haystack

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 11:00:00 GMT

The Forbidden Closet of Mystery presents a special peek at The Ralphcast Network's Newest Podcast - Hollywood Haystack!

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Woodrow!

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 11:00:00 GMT

In this episode, we discuss one of the greatest Simpsons episodes ever made - the season three classic "Bart the Lover!"

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Kwik-E-Pod #2

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 11:00:41 GMT

On this episode of the Kwik-E-Pod, we take a look at the Original voice of both Moe the Bartender and Mr. Burns, learn about the only member of the Simpsons family who doesn't appear in every episode and the one and only Ol' Gil.

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A Pop Sensation!

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 11:00:00 GMT

In this episode we take a look back at the very first Simpsons Album - The Simpsons Sing the Blues!

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Krusty Burger

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 11:00:00 GMT

Inspired by the newly released Lego Krusty Burger set, we take a look into one of Springfield's least sanitary fast food restaurants!

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All About Ralph

Fri, 30 May 2025 11:00:00 GMT

In this episode, we take a look into what makes Ralph Wiggum one of the funniest supporting characters on "The Simpsons".

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Kwik-E-Pod #1

Fri, 16 May 2025 11:00:00 GMT

In our very first "Kwik-E-Pod" episode, we take a look at The Beatles on The Simpsons, Huell Howser's Visit To Springfield, Edited Simpsons and The first Simpsons celebrity guest star!

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The Simpsons vs. The Cosby Show

Fri, 02 May 2025 11:00:00 GMT

In this episode, we take a look at Fox's decision to move The Simpsons to Thursdays against the number one show on network TV- The Cosby Show.

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Springfield Works?!?

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 11:00:00 GMT

This week, we take a look at the labor situation in Springfield! Why is this town full of lazy, incompetent and uninterested workers?

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You Can't Stop The Simpsons!

Fri, 04 Apr 2025 11:00:00 GMT

On this episode, we look at the unprecedented longevity of "The Simpsons" and discuss why its Fox run might be coming to an end.

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A Special Ralphcast Network Announcement!

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 11:00:00 GMT

On today's special BONUS episode, we're making a very special announcement from the Ralphcast Network!

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The Original "Nontroversy”

Fri, 21 Mar 2025 11:00:00 GMT

On this episode, we take a look at the original nontroversity that threatened to send The Simpsons' ratings even higher!

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Springfield Begins

Fri, 07 Mar 2025 12:00:00 GMT

On our first episode of The Forbidden Closet of Mystery: A Simpsons Fan Podcast, we throw open the doors to our Closet of Mystery and take a look at how an old drunk made humans out of his rabbit characters to pay off his gambling debts! It's the perfectly cromulent podcast you won't want to miss!

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The FCOM Trailer

Sat, 01 Feb 2025 07:45:09 GMT

Introducing: The Forbidden Closet of Mystery: A Simpsons Podcast! We'll celebrate the greatest television comedy ever made with behind the scenes stories, episode and character deep dives and so much more! It's the perfectly cromulent podcast that we hope you'll choo-choo-choose to listen to every other week! Coming soon from Ralphcast Productions!

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