The Simpsons season 20 episode 8 Recap and FAQ

Episode Summary

Mr. Burns looks forward to the Billionaires' Retreat, full of playful antics with other wealthy individuals. Meanwhile, at school, Bart's bee-related prank reveals a global bee crisis. Groundskeeper Willie mourns the loss of bees, prompting Lisa to find a solution. Burns unexpectedly becomes the owner of a basketball team, struggling to adapt to the flamboyant sports world. Lisa's efforts to save the bees lead her to an abandoned greenhouse. However, Burns' plan to demolish it for a new stadium is thwarted by Lisa's passionate plea. Ultimately, Homer helps revive the bees with Africanized bees, leading to Burns' stadium becoming a bee sanctuary and costing him his billionaire status, relegating him to a millionaires' camp.

Full Episode S20E08 Recap

### Landing at the Billionaires' Retreat - Mr. Burns anticipates his favorite week at the Billionaires' Retreat. - Engages in playful activities with other billionaires. ### At School - Jimbo dares Bart to unleash bees on second graders. - Bart's prank backfires, revealing all the bees are dead. ### Willie's Loss - Groundskeeper Willie mourns the global bee crisis. - Lisa learns about Willie's beekeeping and the significance of bees. ### Burns Wins a Basketball Team - Burns wins the Austin Celtics in a poker game. - Receives advice on managing the team. ### Lisa's Concern for Bees - Lisa worries about the extinction of bees. - Homer dismisses her concerns, but Marge is more supportive. ### Seeking a Solution - A scientist identifies the bee disease. - Lisa becomes a temporary bee sanctuary. ### Burns as a Basketball Team Owner - Burns struggles to fit in with the flamboyant basketball scene. - His old-fashioned methods clash with modern entertainment. ### Finding a New Home for Bees - Lisa discovers an abandoned greenhouse for the bees. - She releases the bees, hoping they'll thrive there. ### Burns' Attempt at Fun Ownership - Burns tries to entertain the crowd, but fails. - His actions lead to a decline in fan support. ### The Greenhouse in Danger - Burns plans to demolish the greenhouse for a new stadium. - Lisa advocates to save the bees and their new home. ### Lisa's Plea and Burns' Decision - Lisa makes an impassioned speech to save the bees. - Burns decides against building the stadium, disappointing fans. ### The Demise and Revival of Lisa's Bees - Lisa's bees die, but Homer helps by introducing Africanized bees. - The new hybrid bees find a home in Burns' stadium, repurposed as a bee sanctuary. ### Burns Loses Billionaire Status - Burns' financial loss drops him from billionaire status. - He is sent to the millionaires' camp, ending his billionaire lifestyle.

Frequently Asked Questions

What event is Mr. Burns excited about at the beginning?

Mr. Burns is excited about attending the Billionaires' Retreat.

What dare does Jimbo give Bart at school?

Jimbo dares Bart to dump a bees' nest on second graders.

What global crisis is Groundskeeper Willie concerned about?

Willie is concerned about the global bee crisis.

Which basketball team does Mr. Burns win in a bet?

Mr. Burns wins the Austin Celtics in a bet.

What solution does Lisa find for the dying bees?

Lisa finds an abandoned greenhouse as a new home for the bees.

How does Mr. Burns initially try to engage with the basketball fans?

Burns tries to entertain the fans with outdated and inappropriate antics.

Why does Burns decide against building a new basketball stadium?

Burns decides against it after Lisa's speech about saving the bees.

How are Lisa's bees saved from extinction?

Lisa's bees are saved by introducing them to Africanized bees.

What happens to Burns' billionaire status at the end?

Burns loses his billionaire status due to financial losses.

Where is Burns sent after losing his billionaire status?

Burns is sent to the millionaires' camp.

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