FIRST TV Special!

This almost has to be a joke....


If not, I think its a bad idea. In the last few years, the Simpsons have picked up some new writters and a new executive producer, Al Jean. That man is a total idiot and the show just isn't what it used to be. Slowly it is turning into a horrible kids cartoon. If you pay attention to the TV ratings, you would notice that there is a severe decrease in the viewing of the Simpsons. I used to plan my Sunday night around watching the Simpsons now I just don't. Ten million american homes stopped also. If first wants to get their name out, get it out on a TV show that isn't going to flop in the next year or so.

[JVN]

Originally posted by D.J. Fluck
This almost has to be a joke....

DJ, you know me, and you know I wouldn't fool around about something like this. This is genuine! I will let you guys know as soon as I hear something more substantial.

John

[Ryan Dognaux]

Interesting.. very Interesting...

My guess is that if FIRST ever actually made it onto the Simpsons, it would be a kind of cameo appearance involving Dean Kamen... I seriously doubt an entire episode would be based around it.

But if it was... that would be so cool

[Ian W.]

well, they did show the segway at least once or twice...

[Joe Matt]

I'd rather meet DJ in person that see this happen, that's how much I don't want it to happen.

[generalbrando]

I would love to see Simpsons and FIRST meet. That's mostly because I'm a huge Simpsons fan as well as a FIRST fan (obviously).

Outside of my bias, I would argue that this could cause problems, but it could also bring a lot of attention to FIRST. The Simpsons are a major part of our popular culture after all.

And above all else, I want to remind everyone not to get their hopes up too much. This thread appears to be something that belongs in the rumor mill. I'll keep dreaming, because I'd love to see it happen.

And as a die hard Simpsons fan - I want to disagree with those who stopped watching I love the new episodes.

[John JediMaster]

If this is for real I will be shocked and amazed that FOX did this. But again what team would they use? Knowing them they will most likey make up a new team, and use those guys who on the show would make pretty good FIRSTer's for most of the rest of the team.

But if it isn't that I will bet it's MOE.

Originally posted by JosephM
I'd rather meet DJ in person that see this happen, that's how much I don't want it to happen.

Thats true, he doesnt want to meet me. He ran from me like a scared child when he saw me in Houston

[MattK]

Wow, I almost passed out when I saw this thread! THIS IS SO COOL!

[Andy Grady]

Hahaha...I can see the Fox Specials now...

"Who wants to Marry an Engineer"

or

"When Big Jimmy the Wedgebot Attacks!"

Oh man...the possibilities are endless!!!

I for one would love to see Bart coached by one Andy Baker. Something tells me that Baker would make one awsome Simpsons character. Maybe he can play the blues with Bleeding Gums Murphy!!

Peace,
Andy Grady

[Raven_Writer]

Originally posted by jon
Well, every episode doesn't span over the course of the time until the next episode, so they could just be picking up where they left off.

But yes, it's true it's not a believable show.

Also, how the hell would this be educational? On some level yes... but come on, it's The Simpsons.

If a cartoon is believable, it's not really funny (take Doug for example, that basically was like real school and stuff, and I didn't really find any of it funny).

I agree with the rest who say "It's both good and bad." Yes, it'd give more publicity, but FOX could also make it out like Battle-Bots. So, I'm all for it either way. I hope it happens though, it'd give me something to look forward to next season (besides BANZAI! )

[dez250]

i hope this isn't true for a few reasons, one being shows that fox airs like "Who wants to marry my FATHER" I am not kidding, it was promo'ed in Indiana while i was at IRI. Come on do we really want to see FIRST be put down on a level of animated BS... I have very mixed feelings for this and it would be a way to get the FIRST name to billions of people worldwide, but then again Fox is not up to par on my list of educational and appropriate channels for FIRST...
~Mike

[edit] P.S.~ Whats next..."Who wants to marry my ROBOT!" [/edit]

[Raven_Writer]

Originally posted by dez250
i hope this isn't true for a few reasons, one being shows that fox airs like "Who wants to marry my FATHER" I am not kidding, it was promo'ed in Indiana while i was at IRI. Come on do we really want to see FIRST be put down on a level of animated BS... I have very mixed feelings for this and it would be a way to get the FIRST name to billions of people worldwide, but then again Fox is not up to par on my list of educational and appropriate channels for FIRST...
~Mike

That show is stupid, yes.

I feel that if they want to get it acrossed, do a LEGO League on PBS (Detroit Only Station), or an actual educational station that everyone gets (it's possible)....maybe even *gasp* NICK */gasp*

[JVN]

Originally posted by dez250
I have very mixed feelings for this and it would be a way to get the FIRST name to billions of people worldwide, but then again Fox is not up to par on my list of educational and appropriate channels for FIRST...
~Mike

The Simpsons is one of the best shows on television.
Millions of people watch it every Sunday. Tens of thousands more watch each re-run.

The demographic of people that watch The Simpsons spans all age, race, and gender groups.

By being shown on the Simpsons, FIRST would immediately expose TONS of potential sposors, engineers, and students to what it is.

If a "positive show" is shown on a "negative network" does that detract from the show?

What networks are up to par?


I mean... almost everyone loves The Simpsons. It's obvious why FIRST would jump at such an opportunity. It's also clear that FIRST will provide an entertaining (semi-educational) program that FOX can air.

Personally, I can't wait to see this show. Imagine, the Shelbyville vs Springfield, the FIRST showdown of the century!

[Veselin Kolev]

It would be interesting...
I'm all for it. I'm pretty sure that the representatives of FIRST would not let FOX make fun of us. But on the issue of which teams would be used, the Springfield team would be made up, but they would have to fight other teams. I forgot where the Simpsons was taped, but it would be teams from that area. And to make it fair, all real teams would be eliminated, leaving Springfield and Shelbyvill. Or something like that. Overall, I think it will happen, but not soon.