There's nothing shocking about this episode. This is the sort of thing the series has been doing since day one. What's shocking is anyone taking it seriously or literally. Family Guy hates on EVERYONE and it is done so blatantly and unreasonably that it simply cannot be taken seriously. We laugh at the stupidity and the ignorance. If you can't see through something that transparent, this certainly isn't the show for you. It's been well documented that they're simply holding a mirror up to society and saying "Hey! Do you see how stupid you are?". Those of us that know better laugh, because that's not us. I can't help but wonder why someone would watch the show knowing full well that everyone and everything is fair game. Was it OK until they picked on something near and dear to your heart? The show has touched on many subjects I can relate to and they've made fun of it mercilessly. But, again, I realize it's designed to make society take a look at themselves and realize just how stupid some of us are. And then they throw in some fart jokes and tangents just for good measure. Really, this was one of the more tame episodes in terms of bigotry and stereotypes. It also provided some TRUE information regarding Transgenders, and if you listen for it, you'll hear it.