The "Gene Editing and CRISPR Technology" (Episode: "Homer the Heretic", 1992)

The Simpsons has earned quite the reputation for seemingly predicting the future. It’s actually a bit of a meme at this point, with fans pointing out how many things in the real world appear to have been "predicted" by the show, sometimes years in advance. While some of these predictions are purely coincidental or the result of broad satire, others do seem oddly prescient.

The "Gene Editing and CRISPR Technology" (Episode: "Homer the Heretic", 1992)

• What happened: There’s a moment in this episode where science fiction and genetic manipulation are discussed, alluding to genetic engineering advancements.
• Reality: In 2012, the CRISPR-Cas9 gene-editing technology was discovered, allowing scientists to make precise changes to DNA. Since then, it has revolutionized fields like medicine, agriculture, and genetics, and is at the forefront of bioengineering.