After Principal Finch falls ill with food poisoning, Skinner convinces a reluctant Chalmers to let him be his "plus one" for a keynote speech at an administrators' convention in Cincinnati.
The episode pokes fun at local staples like Cincinnati chili and the city's reputation as a "middle place" for middle people.
For the table read of this episode, Harry Shearer (Skinner) was the only main voice cast member who did not attend. [S32E8] The Road to Cincinnati
They encounter "Shakespearean improv" hitchhikers, a traffic court, and a surprisingly aggressive gang of spandex-clad cyclists.
One of the most praised segments features a "biker bar" filled with hardcore cyclists who behave like a traditional outlaw motorcycle gang. 📺 Critical Reception After Principal Finch falls ill with food poisoning,
Skinner overhears Chalmers admitting he intended to replace him with Finch, leading to a dramatic confrontation at the convention. 💡 Notable Moments & Trivia
This is one of the few episodes where the Simpson family barely appears, focusing almost entirely on secondary characters. 💡 Notable Moments & Trivia This is one
In " The Road to Cincinnati " (S32E8), fans finally get a deep dive into the complex, often hilarious dynamic between Principal Skinner and Superintendent Chalmers. This "odd couple" road trip episode shifts the spotlight away from the Simpson family to explore the friction and hidden respect between Springfield Elementary’s top faculty. 🚗 Plot Summary