'The Simpsons' Showrunner to Find "Right" Answer After Apu Controversy | THR News

The Simpsons faced criticism for their portrayal of Apu, a character seen as a stereotype. Showrunner Al Jean acknowledged feedback from fans after an episode addressing the issue aired. The episode, which altered a book to be less controversial, sparked mixed reactions. Comedian Hari Kondabolu, who made a documentary on the topic, expressed disappointment. Al Jean's tweets were seen as dismissive by some. The show chose not to comment further, letting the episode speak for itself.

What was the main controversy discussed in the first section regarding The Simpsons?

• The show's move to a new network

• The introduction of a new character

• The cancellation of the show

• The portrayal of Apu as a stereotypical character

In the episode 'No Good Read Goes Unpunished', what change did Marge make to the book she read to Lisa?

• She added more controversial content

• She altered it to be less controversial

• She included more characters

• She removed all references to Apu

How did comedian Hari Kondabolu react to the episode's handling of the Apu controversy?

• He praised the show for its sensitivity

• He did not comment on the episode

• He suggested a new storyline

• He was disappointed with the response

What was Al Jean's reaction on Twitter after the episode aired?

• He apologized to the fans

• He ignored the controversy

• He expressed excitement about the feedback

• He announced a new character

What decision did the producers make regarding interviews after the episode aired?

• They agreed to multiple interviews

• They released a statement

• They declined all interview requests

• They held a press conference