: Gave it a 7.5/10, noting it as a "decently enjoyable start" that exposes the dangers of false theories.
: In a rare subversion, Superintendent Chalmers and Homer become close friends, a dynamic that continues later in the season.
: Rated it 4/5 stars, praising it as "clever more than comic".
: The episode pokes fun at platforms like TikTok and Instagram, including a post-credits scene of Homer recording a paella recipe for TikTok.