Ep 7. Husbands and Knives

In The Simpsons season 19, episode 7 titled "Husbands and Knives", Marge Simpson takes up a new hobby of exercise walking, which takes her to a new store in town that sells comic books and collectibles. There, she meets a new friend named Comic Book Guy's girlfriend, named Kumiko. Kumiko is an artist who creates a comic book called "Girl-O-Rama," which is a female superhero comic that becomes a big hit in Springfield. Comic Book Guy tries to keep up with the new craze by starting his own store of female-themed comic books and becomes smitten with Kumiko in the process.

Meanwhile, Homer sees that Marge is having fun with her new friend and tries to find a new hobby for himself. When he tries to take up jogging, he quickly realizes he's not cut out for it and eventually ends up in a knife store where he discovers a talent for knives. He starts his own business selling knives door-to-door and becomes obsessed with the idea of selling a knife to anyone who might need one. As his business grows, he becomes more engulfed in the knife world and less interested in his family and other interests.

As Comic Book Guy competes with Marge's new friend for the attention of their respective significant others, Homer's obsession with knives reaches a boiling point. The episode explores the societal pressures put on individuals to conform to certain hobbies and interests, and how this can affect relationships and self-worth. It also delves into the idea of obsession and how it can consume a person's life.

Throughout the episode, there are references to popular comic book characters and franchises, from Superman to Spider-Man, making it a fun episode for comic book fans. Additionally, the episode highlights the importance of balancing hobbies and interests with family and loved ones.

"Husbands and Knives" is a humorous and introspective episode of The Simpsons, showcasing some of the best aspects of the long-running show, from energetic animation and clever dialogue to sharp commentary on contemporary social issues.