Kira Kosarin (Phoebe) has said in several interviews that this was her favorite episode.
Hank reveals that Phoebe's full name is Phoebe Monica Rachel Thunderman. Her first name combined with her two middle names are those of each of the women characters in Friends. Phoebe was played by Lisa Kudrow; Monica was played by Courtney Cox; and Rachel was played by Jennifer Aniston.
Phoebe's villain suit is inspired by the suits of famous comic book females. Catwoman boots, Black Widow bodysuit and Batwoman cape.