One can argue the cutaway explains Roger's penchant for hurting/humiliating humans with such sadistic glee. Also, the show has a history of Roger doing strange stuff in Asia (fighting for the Vietcong for example).

"The only other college within 50 miles is Springfield A&M so they're our best target."
"Those bastards."

"The only other college within 50 miles is Springfield A&M so they're our best target."
"Those bastards."