The Sitcom Studies Podcast

Marlessa Stivala and Katie DeFonzo
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The ultimate TV sitcom analysis podcast with Marlessa Stivala and Katie DeFonzo

  1. 10H AGO

    THE SIMPSONS Deep Dive 1: D’oh! Homer’s Best Temporary Jobs

    We're starting off our Simpsons season with two Homer-centric episodes that focus on his best temporary jobs: “Mr. Plow” (season 4, episode 9) and “Deep Space Homer” (season 5, episode 15). We discuss Homer's rivalry with Barney; his iconic jacket and song; and his deep desire to earn the respect of his family. Oh, and none other than Adam West and Buzz Aldrin make appearances. History Highlights: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buzz_Aldrin

    1h 8m

  2. FEB 11

    THE SIMPSONS: Season 4 Introduction

    Season 4 of Sitcom Studies begins, but with a slightly different format, because we're discussing the longest-running American sitcom of all time: The Simpsons! In this intro episode, you'll find out why this one is so special to Marlessa and how we'll be tackling an incredibly nuanced show that has stood the test of time. Deep dives begin next week! https://www.smithsonianmag.com/arts-culture/simpson-family-television-debut-30-years-ago-180962482/

    19 min

  3. FEB 4

    BEWITCHED Wrap Up

    The time has come to say goodbye to our beloved Darrin and Sam and the rest of the Bewitched crew. We rank our favorite and least favorite episodes of this season; discuss the enneagram types of these characters; and offer our final thoughts on viewing Samantha and Darrin's love and marriage from a feminist perspective. It has been nothing short of magical getting to discuss this charming and groundbreaking sitcom. And if you've disagreed with us at all this season, well..."try to understand...we're only mortal." Season 4 begins next week!

    43 min

  4. JAN 28

    BEWITCHED Deep Dive 20: The Girl with the Golden Nose & Prodigy

    It's our final two episodes of Bewitched! Darrin is once again really struggling with his insecurities, even to the point of believing that all of his success is due to Samantha's help - trust your wife, Darrin! Louis Kravitz is struggling with his own kind of trust issues as he looks to rediscover his love of performing. And of course, Alice Pearce maker her final appearance as Gladys. Historical Highlights:  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jascha_Heifetz https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Isaac_Stern https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sol_Hurok https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stradivarius https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carnegie_Hall

    55 min

  5. JAN 21

    BEWITCHED Deep Dive 19: The Catnapper & What Every Young Man Should Know

    It's just a bit busy this week: Charlie Leach is back; Darrin's client Toni is turned into a cat; and Endora is, as usual, planting some unfortunate seeds of doubt in her daughter's mind. And of course there's some time travel thrown in as well. Would you go back in time to find out what might have been? Historical Highlights: https://www.townandcountrymag.com/society/money-and-power/g60027790/celebrity-weddings-1960s/

    57 min

  6. JAN 14

    BEWITCHED Deep Dive 18: Divided He Falls & Man's Best Friend

    This week, we discuss what some have considered THE episode of Bewitched! We discuss which episodes we think are most representative of this sitcom and the important commentary this episode makes about unconditional acceptance. And bravo as always, Dick York - you shine in this one!  As for the second episode that we have on tap for this week...let's just say we had "No" by Meghan Trainor on repeat... Historical Highlights: http://exhibits.library.miami.edu/miamidigital/1960s.html

    55 min

  7. JAN 7

    BEWITCHED Deep Dive 17: Follow That Witch (Parts 1 and 2)

    We have an exciting two-parter this week - Samantha's very identity as a witch is at risk of being exposed! We're not entirely sure she handles the situation well, but at least there's so much to talk about here as we consider Sam's willingness to use her own magical abilities.  We hope your 2026 is off to a great start! History Highlights: https://asginvestigations.com/private-investigator/history-of-private-investigations/

    38 min

  8. 12/31/2025

    BEWITCHED Deep Dive 16: Disappearing Samantha & A Bum Wraps

    What happens when there are magical forces at work that even Sam and Endora might not know how to handle? That and other questions will be answered this week...except we don't think we'll ever be able to answer why Samantha lets "Uncle Albert" into her home without picking up on any of the red flags. Wishing you and yours all the very best in 2026! History Highlights: https://www.history.com/articles/history-of-witches

    58 min
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The ultimate TV sitcom analysis podcast with Marlessa Stivala and Katie DeFonzo

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  • Creator
    Marlessa Stivala and Katie DeFonzo
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    57
  • Rating
    Explicit
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