[s33e22] Poorhouse Rock Page
: The former U.S. Secretary of Labor appears as himself to explain how the decline of unions and corporate greed contributed to economic shifts. Megan Mullally : Guest stars as Sarah Wiggum. Themes and Reception
: Lisa joins the Janitor to rap about how automation, rising education costs, and student debt have closed the door on jobs like Homer's. [S33E22] Poorhouse Rock
The episode is noted for being one of the show's most overtly political and "punk" installments, offering a bleak "there's no future for you" message to younger viewers. : The former U
: Economic inequality, the decline of unions, student debt, and the automation of labor. Themes and Reception : Lisa joins the Janitor
" Poorhouse Rock " is the of The Simpsons (Episode 22), first airing on May 22, 2022. It is a unique musical episode that blends Schoolhouse Rock! parodies with a blunt critique of the disappearing American middle class. Plot Summary
: Reviews were polarized. Some critics praised its "anarchic" energy and catchy songs, while some fans on platforms like IMDb felt it prioritised a political agenda over jokes.