Ep 7. Marge Gets a Job

Marge Gets a Job is the seventh episode of the fourth season of the animated television series, The Simpsons. The episode was originally aired on November 5, 1992, and was written by Bill Oakley and Josh Weinstein.

In the episode, Marge Simpson becomes bored and restless with her life as a housewife. She decides to take on a job at the Springfield Nuclear Power Plant, which is run by her neighbor and friend, Mr. Burns. However, Mr. Burns does not take kindly to the idea of having a woman work at the plant and makes Marge's life difficult by assigning her menial and humiliating tasks.

Despite the setbacks, Marge persists and eventually proves her worth to Mr. Burns and the other workers at the plant. She is given a promotion to safety inspector and becomes the hero of the plant when she prevents a meltdown.

Meanwhile, at home, Homer struggles to keep up with the household chores and responsibilities. He takes on several odd jobs but fails at each one. Eventually, he turns to his next-door neighbor, Ned Flanders, for help, and together they learn important life lessons about the realities of work.

The episode is full of humorous moments, such as Marge's comical attempts to fit in at the plant and Homer's disastrous attempts at earning money. The storyline also serves as a commentary on gender roles and workplace discrimination.

Overall, Marge Gets a Job is a classic episode of The Simpsons, showcasing the show's trademark humor and satirical commentary on society. It is a must-watch for fans of the show and a great introduction for those new to The Simpsons.