For some, it's basically the only job they've ever had, and "SpongeBob" was the first or second show they worked on. They started in their 20s, and now they're crusty middle-aged professionals.

"SpongeBob SquarePants" may look innocent enough, but the animated Nickelodeon character is causing controversy after losing his job in an upcoming Nov.11 episode. Many are saying the storyline is ...