Lisa says the Duff Book of World Records was originally published to settle disputes in taverns. This is the actual reason why Guinness began publishing its book of records.
This episode implies that Springfield is in Kentucky. As Mr. Burns states that they are going to smuggle sugar into the south border and Homer replies "oh you mean Tennessee".
Count Fudgula is a parody of the General Mills cereal mascot Count Chocula.
The episode was dedicated to Ron Taylor.
Couch: The Simpsons sit on the couch. A crane game clamp comes down and picks up Homer, who screams "ow, my brain!"