"See guys? I do have a mom! She's right here in the flowers and in the clouds" Just gonna cry in my sleep tonight- Edit: Damn this shit still getting liked and replied after 2 years? Y’all are amazing.
Number 1 was so sad. To see Big Bird (who is the personification of an innocent child) not truly understand death and then having to cope with it was really heartbreaking.
From what I remember it took several takes for them to film the part where the adults are trying to explain to Big Bird that Mr. Hooper wasn't coming back.
@@IDF1987 I can understand that. Their eyes were practically glazed over from not bursting into tears. I can't imagine what a second take would have been like
It's a shame The Wild Thornberrys didn't make it on here because that show tackled several environmental issues like deforestation, oil spills, poaching, animal captivity, etc.
Rugrats the mother's day espiode is deep. I feel bad for chuckie his mother passed away from a disease. A child that lost a parent when they are very young. Side note this special espiode of Rugrats can teach kids how to deal with the loss of a loved one just saying.
It also teaches kids that are growing up with a single parent because the other parent did not want to be in the child or childrens lives how to deal with it
There is that, but another part of the same episode ( I believe) Also shows Tommy in an the ICU, I guessing he was a preemie, but it get's missed because Chucky's part is so much bigger.
Dont be a drama queen i was terrified while i was watching courage the cowardly dog when i was a kid teen titans was awesome got that anime vibe while i was watching it when i was a kid
should’ve added the Full House episode where they talked about that one kid who’s dad was physically and mentally abusing him. That deserved at least top 8. tbh full house tackled a LOT of serious issues including bullying, effects on traumatic experiences, not having a mother, eating disorders, peer pressure in drugs, drinking and driving, underage drinking, mourning death, etc etc I’m surprised none of these were on even honorable mentions
Stephen Butler that’s so Raven, mel vs the future, America’s Kids Respond, Mister Rogers and Sesame Street aren’t cartoons and they still made the list
I can remember an episode of Teen Titans '03 where Starfire was a victim of racism. it had this character named Val-Yor who treated her like garbage when she was around just cuz she's a Tamaranean even calling her a Troqie (which is the Tamaranean version of the N word). the other titans were at first oblivious to starfire's treatment but later found out after she told Cyborg and Cyborg told Robin. Cyborg: Way to go, Troqie! Starfire: (gasps) You do not call me that! Cyborg: But Val-Yor calls you Troq all the time. Starfire: That does not make it right. Cyborg: What's up? I thought you said it didn't mean anything. Starfire: No. I said it means "nothing." When Val-Yor calls me "Troq," he is saying that I am worthless, a nothing. Cyborg: Star... Starfire: There are those on other planets who feel Tamaraneans are inferior. Troq is what they call us. Cyborg: So he's calling you a terrible name. And you know that if you punch him out, it'll just confirm all the bad stuff he thinks about you? Starfire: Yes. You know what it feels like to be judged simply because of how you look? Cyborg: Of course I do. I'm part robot. Robin: (After Cyborg tells him what Troq really means) What?! Cyborg: (Whispering) And that's what he's been calling her this whole time. Robin: Starfire, why didn't you say something? He will apologize. I'm going to make... Starfire: No, Robin. Our mission is more important than my feelings. Val-Yor: Well, thank you for all your help. Robin: Don't thank us, thank Starfire. Beast Boy: Yeah, she's the one who saved your sorry butt. Val-Yor: (looks at Starfire who has a sad look on her face) Thank you, Starfire. I have to admit you're not bad for a Tr- (Stops for a second) Tamaranean. You must be one of the good ones. Starfire: No. The fact that I rescued you does not make me any better than other Tamaraneans. Val-Yor: Look, I'm trying to pay you a compliment. Raven: Then why does it still sound like an insult? Val-Yor: Spike, you understand. I didn't mean anything by it. It's just... Robin: Val-Yor, I think it's time for you to go. Val-Yor: I thought you earthlings were alright. I guess I was wrong. You're just like the Troqs. (turns and leaves) Robin: I'm sorry Val-Yor treated you like that. If I'd known, I'd never would've let it happen. Cyborg: None of us would. Starfire: There is nothing you could've done. There will always be people who say mean words because you are different. And sometimes their minds cannot be changed. But there are many more people who do not judge others based on how they look or where they are from. Those are the people whose words truly matter.
Damn, I didn't watch this episode. Now I want to though. Also as I was reading it, I hear it in their voices, tone of voice and everything. Weird how the brain does that.
I know you said etc but just wanna throw the mental illness with Azula she was such a perfectionist we didn't notice the girl despite seeming like she had it all she was even worse off than Zuko.
Mr Rogers was many things but a coward wasnt one of them. He wasnt afraid to sit down and talk about controversial things like racism, murder, 9/11, nuclear war, and disabilities. When even adult TV shows (aside from the news obviously) were afraid to bring up the 9/11 attacks after they happened Mr Rogers was talking about it with kids. When TV shows were afraid to show interracial relationships/friendships and in real life blacks and whites couldn't share a pool Mr Rogers soaked his feet in the same pool as a black man. That pool not only showed him breaking the barrier in place in pools but was also symbolic of the extremely important Christian and Jewish ritual of washing feet, a sign of love, loyalty, and devotion like when Jesus washed the feet of his disciples or when the servant girl washed the feet of Jesus, an act that the minister Mr Rogers would fully understand the meaning of. Much like the minister he had been before and during his TV career, Mr Rogers understood both the flaws and beauty of the world he lived in, and the importance of improving, even if it meant spending decades teaching the next generation so they wouldnt make the same mistakes as his.
I think the best part about the Mr Hooper episode was that they didn't sugar coat it with euphemisms like "passed away" or anything; they just straight up said "dead". Even shows meant for older kids these days won't do that.
Morgil my brother passed away a few weeks ago and before that I never said “passed away” I always used “dead “ or “died” but now when people ask me about my brother I just can’t say dead I’ve tried I just can’t get it out ... it just hurts man but some day I’ll say died
It may be forgotten because it was from so long ago, but I think the Charlie Brown special, "Why Charlie Brown, Why?" did an even better job at addressing Cancer than, "The Great MacGrady." I think because Charlie Brown focused on a kid having Cancer, it came across as a little more impactful to me because it showed that Cancer does not just effect adults or older people. It also addressed kid's ignorance of Cancer and that it was ok to be angry and feel scared and sad. I think it also did something that I have rarely ever seen addressed by any other programs that deal with Cancer, the fact that even if someone you know or are related to has Cancer, it is ok to be honest with the fact that you can be ignored and feel less special because the loved one with Cancer needs so much extra attention.
Boy Meets World had several serious episodes that could have made this list, such as: "Dangerous Secret", where Cory and Shawn try to protect their classmate Claire from her abusive father. "Cult Fiction", where Shawn joins a cult and Mr. Turner almost dies in a motorcycle accident. "We'll Have A Good Time Then" where Shawn and Jack's father Chet dies of a heart attack. "For Love And Apartments," where Cory learns that sometimes love can't fix everything when he tries and fails to get Topanga's divorced parents back together.
Yes. That episode went even deeper than that though, because after Cory and Shawn get arrested for drinking, Cory stops but Shawn keeps drinking and is at risk for becoming addicted because his father was an alcoholic too.
I remember feeling so sad for helga and the way her dad treated her on the show not realizing hes a narcisstic or what that was. I'm an adult now and my mother is a narcisst. Well, there you go.
They covered a lot of health topics. I know other kids shows don’t like to do these controversial topics, especially violence, like wars and political things.
Yeah I remember that episode. April 9th isn’t the only Arthur episode that dealt with a serious issue though. The show’s also dealt with cancer (The Great MacGrady), divorce (Buster’s parents are divorced), homosexuality (Mr. Ratburn And The Special Someone) and even death (So Long, Spanky)
If any of you are interested in seeing the Courage the Cowardly Dog episode, here is a link to the full episode: th-cam.com/video/d0rz_2Z7OKc/w-d-xo.html
According to BabyNames.com, Helga and Olga both mean "holy" but in different languages. Helga means "holy" in Scandinavian, while Olga means "holy" in Slavic.
Regardless of how anyone feels about Bill Cosby nowadays, "Fat Albert and the Cosby Kids" is probably one of the earliest kids cartoons to actually tackle on serious subject matters and important social lessons. It's basically an animated after school special series made relatable to kids even outside of the black and urban communities. The show addresses many themes and issues such as racism, disabilities, bullying, death, running away, drugs, crimes, being adopted and even surprisingly some other heavy-hitting topics like guns, gang violence (where a character *actually* dies in a crossfire), neo-nazism, child abuse, being a teen mom (yeah), STDs, and a "scared straight" style episode that supposedly *use* to included actual swear words once on TV by the prisoners. I think that show could've at least use an honorable mention for this kind of list.
Whenever Chuckie talks about his mom, I always feel like crying. During the episode his dad told him about her and in one of the movies and when he says he has two mommies now.
There's the shows just listed plus Avatar the last airbender talks about how the fire nation started war for power over 100 years prior and Aang has to deal with his entire nation being wiped out by the fire nation. Katara and Sokka losing their mom and even though their dad's alive they didn't see him much because of the war and how Aang has to come to terms with being the avatar and is forced to grow up. Same with katara taking the motherly role both shaped by their trauma. Zuko being burned and banished by his own dad simply for disagreeing with his plan to use innocent soldiers as bait putting their lives in danger to plan an attack and his father often wouldn't think twice about killing him if he gets in his way. This caused Zuko to have his own anger and inner turmoil which he often attacked others to get what he wanted and frequently had terrorized Aang and his friends. Legend Of korra she's poisoned temporarily paralyzed and gets PTSD as a result. And every other episode of Degrassi The next Generation is dark.
Chelsea Canales I totally agree. Every other kid’s show pales in comparison. I watched them when I was a kid, they had only been on for a couple of years. I had both of my kids watch them too, and now I watch it with my 2 year old nephew. When my daughter was little, Mr. Rogers even had an episode about how mommies feed their babies. The had different animals feeding their young, and then they showed a mother breastfeeding. They showed the entire breast and the nipple! I was so impressed. I didn’t think he was going to show it. This is why I love PBS!
Honestly I’m very surprised that Mr. Rogers wasn’t number one on account of the episode where he shares a pool with officer Clemons and teaches kids about racism at that era.
My younger brother and I hadn't watched Arthur in years, and then when we turned it back on, we saw when Mrs. McGrady had cancer, and we were stunned. Not only that, when Arthur's grandfather was showing symptoms of Alzheimers, our childhoods were gutted.
The episode about Chuckie’s mom always tears me up. My mom passed away when I was 10 and Rugrats was my favorite show as a kid. I still to this day think about what he says at the end of that episode, and I know she’s here with me.
That episode of Rugrats really got me teared up as well, but the difference is that my dad died when my sister and I were kids, and to this day my heart still hurts because he's not here to guide me and be part of his grandkids lives.
How come there wasn't a mention of the Static Shock episode where a kid brought a gun to school and actually shot someone? That's not something you would expect to see in a kid's show. Also, what about the Power Rangers Time Force episode where Trip defended a mutant from Eric who regarded all mutants as creatures that must be destroyed, and Trip revealed that he was an alien and baited Eric into destroying him too? Heck, the villain Ransik had racism as a big part of his character (he was discriminated against because he was a mutant).
I think the Static Shock time travel episode was better than the one mentioned here. Vergil actually goes back and tries to save his mother on the night she died. But his mom died all the same because she did her job as a first responder. She died saving other people. That has to be something that kids can relate to for those who have parents in those jobs, or even in the military. The risk is always there and your parent/s may not come back...
I was wondering about that too, for Static Shock at least. It actually had a lot of serious episodes, not just the one with the gun. There was a christmas episode that dealt with homelessness, an episode where they revealed Richie's dad as racist, one that dealt with illiteracy, and a few others I probably can't remember. They should do another list of these.
It's a lot out there can't mention them all...and these lists aren't in order of importance they're just lists. Those are good ideas though make another YT video put some new content out there.
If Helga's dysfunctional homelife isn't on here go back and redo the list it showed neglect, subtlety symbolized drug addiction,and the importance of therapy.
It's not nearly as good as people think it is; any child therapist IRL would report neglectful parents, and...would definitely not let their patient think being a schoolyard tyrant with an obsessive crush was normal or healthy. Fuck me, that episode is overrated.
@@PhoenixRising87 that's your opinion but your complaints still doesn't detract away from the episode for me because it works within the confines of the show.
SpoopyMemeyBook yeah! If you’d like to see, it’s episode 3 of season 4- Little BamBam. It’s a little bittersweet because of how Fred treats Betty and Barney at first, and because they almost aren’t able to adopt BamBam
Remember in full house when Stephane had a friend who was being abused by his dad and when she found out he old her not to tell anyone. So Stephane has to choose to do the right thing or her friends trust. That should have been number 3 at least!
Andi Mack as the honorable mention should've been on the list. Jonah has panic attacks, Cyrus is gay, and Bex was Andi's mom and a teen when she had her. They also do a lot with the Mack Family's Chinese culture. It's a really good show.
@Four awesome Dancing chicks She didn't dump him for Walker. They spread apart while Jonah was at camp. In the season premiere Andi said they were just friends and Jonah thought they were still together.
Not a bad list, but I think for Captain Planet, I would have gone with the one episode on drug addiction. That episode didn't sugar coat the destructive nature of drugs and the fact that one can overdose and die from being so reliant on them. I think the episode was called "Mind Polution."
"Always look for the helpers", that's something I always remember after yet another tragedy is on the news. And it always helps to keep some faith in humanity. Thank you. Mr. Rogers.
Dont forget it dealt with genocide of air nation, racism of fire nation to others and even forgiveness and revenge-- with regards to katara wanting to kill the man that killed her mom.
I think there trying to teach children about these things so as adults they will understand. And be addled too be able too learn too talk and exprise how we feel about these things when they happen to use or someone we know.
That's true, but I think a lot of these are also valuable for helping children transition as they grow up. When bad things happen you feel crushed and confused and alone. Especially as a child, and sometimes when your favorite cartoon has an episode that helps you relate to your trauma, it can make all the difference in the world.
Yes Vietnam is an impactful topic, but this episode didn't really cover it too much, in liked the veterans day episode though because it explored some experiences that people can get during waf, like geralds dad doing filing, but then there came a time he saved someone's life, and he didn't even know it.
Steven Universe technically isn't just a kid's show. Lapis deals with PTSD, depression, and anxiety. This show is more of a teen show, representing relationships.
What should have been on the list Static shock:Jimmy Braceface:grey matters Braceface:up in smoke Static shock:sons of the fathers. Let's be real static shock and braceface tackled real issues.
Braceface was so underrated. There was an episode where she got her first period, where she tried alcohol, where she deals with anorexia, and I think there were many episodes that dealt with her divorced parents, not just in up in smoke.
"We can all be very happy that we had a chance to be with him, and to know him, and to love him a lot when he was here." *Looks at the photo of the deceased close friend I keep on my desk and bursts into tears*
I feel like kids shows from the 80s, 90's and early 00's eras were some of the best at teaching morals and how to deal with tough issues. I don't think what's targeted at kids now comes close to this.
Without Sesame Street, Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood, Arthur and ZOOM and with these shows only watched by little kids, they will not be the best popular educational kids shows of all time.
"Hey, Who Wants Pizza" from Andi Mack just made me and my mum love Cyrus even more. We watch that show together all the time and when he told Buffy about being gay me and my mum just broke down. He's the kind of character we need to see more of on kids TV. ❤
dont forget about that teen titans episode “troq” its not that big of an episode but it does dealt with serious issues, like racism(or whatever u call it)and it teaches u that not everyone in the world is “nice”, its also hypocritical, idk thats just my opinion
Another thing I've noticed with Rugrats is that Angelica's insecurities & spoiled personality come from her parents working a lot. She's also trying to emulate her mom. She gets her folks to buy her toys in order to not feel so alone.
Also Teen Titans “Troq” where the supposed hero the team befriends treats Starfire like an inferior and calling her “Troq” which is the same as calling a black person the n word
I saw that Steven Universe one. I'm gonna go cry now. Lapis is my favorite and seeing her go down as Malikite with Jasper was SCARY. And pretty heartbreaking. I'm just glad she's okay. God I'm so sentimental.
Really disappointed that the episode "Jimmy" from Static Shock wasn't on here since it dealt not only with bullying but also the danger of family's with unsecured guns.
Having lost 3 grandmother's, 2 aunts and grown up poor, chuckie's talk about his mom made me tear up inside, i know i shouldn't be sad but, it never really goes away. it just sits there like a stone, unable to be removed without outside help, I pray for those of us here that have gone through similar stuff. God is nearer then you think
Courage the cowardly dog, the episode with kitty deals with the relationship between female and female. It should've been on here or at least an honorable mention!
really? I thought they were Kitty and Bunny were friends but it also mentions: Prostitution, Feminism, Disillusionment and Abusive relationships. I was wondering when the episode (called "The Mask") was going to show up too
Though you gotta admit it was hilarious when star fire asked cyborg if he ever felt bad from what people say and he says, "sure I do...I'm part robot." And now im like, okay well that might people half the reason for you. No offense to anyone reading this though.
Steven universe is not really a ‘children’s show’ it’s aimed at teenagers and adults. Just because it’s a cartoon it doesn’t mean it’s a children’s cartoon show. There are many animated shows that are for older viewers.
Well, I mean it's rated PG so I don't understand how it's a childrens show. Isn't s children's show usually something that is rated something from TV- Y to TV-G? But then again, I don't think Steven Universe is THAT edgy to even be rated PG. I guess people just say that because it covers LGBT topics which, I guess, was something that most kids shows wouldn't do back then. I don't know. I guess they just call it a kids show because it's on Cartoon Network. Just like how they call Regular Show a kids' show. Even though I think that show IS a bit more adult to even be call a "kids' show" in my opinion.
It's PG but yes the show does have a HUGE teenager and adult following. When the voice actors the show were at FanExpo in Toronto in 2018, I was one of many teens and adults cosplaying as characters from the show. When I told Dee Dee (Pearl) how big of a fan of Lapis I am and how I wish I could have met Jennifer Paz who is the voice actor who plays her, she actually called Jennifer so I could talk to her. It was the greatest moment of my life!
What about that one episode from adventure time ." Remember me" when marceline is dealing with ice kings memory. My grandpa has the same problem with his memory and always forgeting in which i can relate to
That rugrats episode was the first cartoon episode that ever made me cry my eyes out. Me and my mom are so close I could never imagine not having her around.
Several Static Shock could've appeared in this list. Racism episode in that was better than the That's So Raven one. Bullying? School shootings? Episodes for that. Death of a loved one? Episode for that. Homelessness and children? Episode for that! The show could provably have a list of its own tbh!
The hannah montana episode that actually covers type 1 diabetes and does it correctly. As a type 1 diabetic it felt good since no one talks about it or doesn't talk about it correctly. It felt nice.
The Mr. Hooper episode gets me as the entire cast was in tears. That wasn't acting, that was genuine. Bob literally breaks down in the filming. Big Bird: But everything was just fine! Why did it have to be like this?! Gordon: Big Bird, it has to be like this, because. Big Bird: Just because? Gordon: Yes. Just because.
I love it when kids shows tackle realistic subjects. I know this isn't exactly a kids show, but Degrassi does handle subjects like death, body image, depression, rape, peer pressure, etc. Also, what should've made this list was As Told by Ginger. Most of the episodes focused on death, divorce, depression, suicide, addiction, change, rejection and etc.
I thought that Lava Lake Beach from Star vs. The Forces of Evil should've had a mention due to the fact that in the episode Kelly and Tad finally break up and so many before that and Kelly is heartbroken, so Marco talks to Tad, and says that being around Kelly will make you miserable, and Tad says "I should know, you are the master on it. Then Tad explains that Marco can travel to ANY dimension but he chooses to live with his unavailable crush. This episode was VERY powerful to me at least.
I remember a lot of those shows and episodes now that I'm 21 they make more sense to me and I understand them better I especially remember that episode of Arthur with the old woman having cancer. I also remember the mother's day one with Chucky Finster.
Chuckie: I do have a mom. She's right here in the flowers...
Me: *ugly cries at one in the morning*
😭😭😭😭😭
Oh my God that hit me right on the heart...
literally one in and the waterworks are about to start
Danielle M Hall I swear I was about to cry
Same here 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭
"See guys? I do have a mom! She's right here in the flowers and in the clouds"
Just gonna cry in my sleep tonight-
Edit: Damn this shit still getting liked and replied after 2 years? Y’all are amazing.
I love it
I actually started tearing up
That’s the way shows were back in the day fantastic alongside some present shows
Im crying indeed
Thank God I'm not the only one crying 😂😂
Number 1 was so sad. To see Big Bird (who is the personification of an innocent child) not truly understand death and then having to cope with it was really heartbreaking.
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Made me cry.
He's flippin' 5-6 years old...
Not to mention the actor at the end talking about Mr. Hooper. Those tears are genuine.
From what I remember it took several takes for them to film the part where the adults are trying to explain to Big Bird that Mr. Hooper wasn't coming back.
Dang, hearing Bob choke up at the end of his talk with Big Bird is heavy! You could tell that was real emotion and not scripted
they could only do 1 take. The director wanted a 2nd but the cast said they couldn't do it.
@@IDF1987 i dont blame them...
@@IDF1987 I can understand that. Their eyes were practically glazed over from not bursting into tears. I can't imagine what a second take would have been like
@Jules Probably with a lot more crying.
Chuckie’s mom still makes me cry to this day💔
FabulousKilljoy917 it's a cartoon???
Bawling rn
Lisa Morris just because a shows a cartoon doesn’t mean they can’t get sad or that it can be relatable.
Lisa Morris so????????
FabulousKilljoy917 I feel u
Let's be real, Hey Arnold could probably fill half this list.
Scooter7891parents day..
And static shock
Hey Arnold! seriously deserves its own list for episodes that tackled serious issues.
Arthur itself could have even gotten another slot with their April 9th episode, or the episode with the hurricane.
Exactly
It's a shame The Wild Thornberrys didn't make it on here because that show tackled several environmental issues like deforestation, oil spills, poaching, animal captivity, etc.
Same
Wild thornberrys was under appreciated same with as told by ginger
and when they talked about Donny's background
The poaching scene with Donnie and the orangutans still haunts me to this day...
So many shoes could be on this list. I agree though. Maybe it can be on a sequel list.
Rugrats the mother's day espiode is deep. I feel bad for chuckie his mother passed away from a disease. A child that lost a parent when they are very young. Side note this special espiode of Rugrats can teach kids how to deal with the loss of a loved one just saying.
It also teaches kids that are growing up with a single parent because the other parent did not want to be in the child or childrens lives how to deal with it
@@jeremy19175
Basically my message is simple a child or children that lose a parent or one parent didn't want to be responsible just saying.
@@jevonjackson4236 right
There is that, but another part of the same episode ( I believe) Also shows Tommy in an the ICU, I guessing he was a preemie, but it get's missed because Chucky's part is so much bigger.
Well, no shit it can.
0:18 yes, you did just hear a chipmunk say “marijuana”
Ew what's that smell?
its weed
Simon do you have something you want to tell us?
Yeah, i made it 69
um.. I’m not sure he should know what that is...
“An unlawful substance used to experience artificial highs”
When it’s legal in Canada!
How the hell does he know what that is-
The biggest mistake was not including "Why, Charlie Brown, Why?"
Therese Callahan yep
I used to have a video copy of that special. That was really heavy!
Isn't that the one were Janice gets Leukaemia
Thank you for asking. It was the first cartoon who talks about cancer without being implied.
Wait what
I'm not gonna lie, but everyone probably cried at the rugrats Mother's day episode.
Nope
True
Felt like a spartan kick to the chest when I saw the episode as a kid
i lost my dad when i was 6, that was well before this episode but yeah i 100% get how chucky felt
Erik Sanchez never watched it
The Teen Titans episode "Haunted" was pretty heavy. Most kids probably wouldn't have gotten it back then, but it dealt with obsession and PTSD.
Ironically I know exactly which episode you're talking about and as a kid it was my favorite episode
@@Caprineki same
I loved that episode as a 6-year-old.
I know exactly which episode that is and I haven't seen it in forever
Dont be a drama queen i was terrified while i was watching courage the cowardly dog when i was a kid teen titans was awesome got that anime vibe while i was watching it when i was a kid
should’ve added the Full House episode where they talked about that one kid who’s dad was physically and mentally abusing him. That deserved at least top 8.
tbh full house tackled a LOT of serious issues including bullying, effects on traumatic experiences, not having a mother, eating disorders, peer pressure in drugs, drinking and driving, underage drinking, mourning death, etc etc I’m surprised none of these were on even honorable mentions
Kaylee Duncan yeah that’s true
Full House is similar to Boy Meets World though in that it's more of a teen show.
Out of all the episodes of Full House the abusive Father episode was the one I would always felt uncomfortable with. It was strong message
Not a cartoon
Stephen Butler that’s so Raven, mel vs the future, America’s Kids Respond, Mister Rogers and Sesame Street aren’t cartoons and they still made the list
I can remember an episode of Teen Titans '03 where Starfire was a victim of racism. it had this character named Val-Yor who treated her like garbage when she was around just cuz she's a Tamaranean even calling her a Troqie (which is the Tamaranean version of the N word). the other titans were at first oblivious to starfire's treatment but later found out after she told Cyborg and Cyborg told Robin.
Cyborg: Way to go, Troqie!
Starfire: (gasps) You do not call me that!
Cyborg: But Val-Yor calls you Troq all the time.
Starfire: That does not make it right.
Cyborg: What's up? I thought you said it didn't mean anything.
Starfire: No. I said it means "nothing." When Val-Yor calls me "Troq," he is saying that I am worthless, a nothing.
Cyborg: Star...
Starfire: There are those on other planets who feel Tamaraneans are inferior. Troq is what they call us.
Cyborg: So he's calling you a terrible name. And you know that if you punch him out, it'll just confirm all the bad stuff he thinks about you?
Starfire: Yes. You know what it feels like to be judged simply because of how you look?
Cyborg: Of course I do. I'm part robot.
Robin: (After Cyborg tells him what Troq really means) What?!
Cyborg: (Whispering) And that's what he's been calling her this whole time.
Robin: Starfire, why didn't you say something? He will apologize. I'm going to make...
Starfire: No, Robin. Our mission is more important than my feelings.
Val-Yor: Well, thank you for all your help.
Robin: Don't thank us, thank Starfire.
Beast Boy: Yeah, she's the one who saved your sorry butt.
Val-Yor: (looks at Starfire who has a sad look on her face) Thank you, Starfire. I have to admit you're not bad for a Tr- (Stops for a second) Tamaranean. You must be one of the good ones.
Starfire: No. The fact that I rescued you does not make me any better than other Tamaraneans.
Val-Yor: Look, I'm trying to pay you a compliment.
Raven: Then why does it still sound like an insult?
Val-Yor: Spike, you understand. I didn't mean anything by it. It's just...
Robin: Val-Yor, I think it's time for you to go.
Val-Yor: I thought you earthlings were alright. I guess I was wrong. You're just like the Troqs. (turns and leaves)
Robin: I'm sorry Val-Yor treated you like that. If I'd known, I'd never would've let it happen.
Cyborg: None of us would.
Starfire: There is nothing you could've done. There will always be people who say mean words because you are different. And sometimes their minds cannot be changed. But there are many more people who do not judge others based on how they look or where they are from. Those are the people whose words truly matter.
Me and my brother seen this episode and didn't know what this episode's message was. Guess we know now
Damn, I didn't watch this episode. Now I want to though.
Also as I was reading it, I hear it in their voices, tone of voice and everything.
Weird how the brain does that.
And to think he got even MORE racist at the end this time against earthlings.
Yeah it was a powerful episode.
crazy jamie I remember that too
crazy jamie
Haunted also has morals too
“I do have a mom, she’s right here in the flowers and the clouds!”
I’m gonna cry now
Plus the Hey Arnold episode where Arnold tried to find his neighbour’s missing daughter that he gave up during the Vietnam war.
As great as that episode was, the Vietnam war was more of a background element than the main focus of the episode.
But the whole focus of the episode was Arnold trying to find Mr. Hyunh's daughter.
I'm so shocked it didn't make the list that episode makes me cry thinking about it
And the Pigeon Man episode too...
Stoop Kid's agoraphobia
Mr. Rogers was known for not being afraid to talk to children about adult topics like racism, assassination, 9/11 and such.
Avatar the Last Airbender could have a list like this on it’s own:
War
Genocide
Revenge vs Forgiveness
Loss
Animal Abuse
Child abuse
Etc.
I know you said etc but just wanna throw the mental illness with Azula she was such a perfectionist we didn't notice the girl despite seeming like she had it all she was even worse off than Zuko.
When is child abuse in Avatar the Last Airbender?
@@inkystars19 did you even watch the show just look at Zuko's face even poor Azula was bred as a weapon which amplified her mental illness
I'd say Ozai disfiguring the left side of his son's face counts.
@@The810kid i just didn't remember *breed
With all the mass shootings still happening in our country today, Mr. Rogers' comments are still very relevant. And that breaks my heart.
Ben Anderson he’d be ashamed of what the world has turned into...
Mr Rogers was many things but a coward wasnt one of them. He wasnt afraid to sit down and talk about controversial things like racism, murder, 9/11, nuclear war, and disabilities. When even adult TV shows (aside from the news obviously) were afraid to bring up the 9/11 attacks after they happened Mr Rogers was talking about it with kids. When TV shows were afraid to show interracial relationships/friendships and in real life blacks and whites couldn't share a pool Mr Rogers soaked his feet in the same pool as a black man. That pool not only showed him breaking the barrier in place in pools but was also symbolic of the extremely important Christian and Jewish ritual of washing feet, a sign of love, loyalty, and devotion like when Jesus washed the feet of his disciples or when the servant girl washed the feet of Jesus, an act that the minister Mr Rogers would fully understand the meaning of.
Much like the minister he had been before and during his TV career, Mr Rogers understood both the flaws and beauty of the world he lived in, and the importance of improving, even if it meant spending decades teaching the next generation so they wouldnt make the same mistakes as his.
Lady: he’s dead
Big Bird: Well, I’ll give it to Hume when he comes back
MY HEART💔
I think the best part about the Mr Hooper episode was that they didn't sugar coat it with euphemisms like "passed away" or anything; they just straight up said "dead". Even shows meant for older kids these days won't do that.
Morgil my brother passed away a few weeks ago and before that I never said “passed away” I always used “dead “ or “died” but now when people ask me about my brother I just can’t say dead I’ve tried I just can’t get it out ... it just hurts man but some day I’ll say died
crazedmartinez I’m sorry for your loss.
It was so honest.
@@crazedmartinez I'm so sorry, you need to eventually say it in the process of grief but it needs to be in your time.
That episode was brilliantly done; it was ahead of its time.
It may be forgotten because it was from so long ago, but I think the Charlie Brown special, "Why Charlie Brown, Why?" did an even better job at addressing Cancer than, "The Great MacGrady." I think because Charlie Brown focused on a kid having Cancer, it came across as a little more impactful to me because it showed that Cancer does not just effect adults or older people. It also addressed kid's ignorance of Cancer and that it was ok to be angry and feel scared and sad. I think it also did something that I have rarely ever seen addressed by any other programs that deal with Cancer, the fact that even if someone you know or are related to has Cancer, it is ok to be honest with the fact that you can be ignored and feel less special because the loved one with Cancer needs so much extra attention.
I saw that movie when i was in the hospital it was so sad
That one fucked me up man.
I love that Special! First time Linus grew some balls and very graciously basically owned a bully! Also it ends on a very Positive note.
I was actually shown that episode at school in 2nd grade and it really changed my life
Boy Meets World had several serious episodes that could have made this list, such as:
"Dangerous Secret", where Cory and Shawn try to protect their classmate Claire from her abusive father.
"Cult Fiction", where Shawn joins a cult and Mr. Turner almost dies in a motorcycle accident.
"We'll Have A Good Time Then" where Shawn and Jack's father Chet dies of a heart attack.
"For Love And Apartments," where Cory learns that sometimes love can't fix everything when he tries and fails to get Topanga's divorced parents back together.
Also that episode when Cory constantly drinking alcohol due to his break up with Topanga if I'm not mistaken.
i think people would say boy meets world was more of a teen show. I mean kids watched it so I agree as TGIF was a highlight after school was out.
girl meets world followed by talking about autism
Yes. That episode went even deeper than that though, because after Cory and Shawn get arrested for drinking, Cory stops but Shawn keeps drinking and is at risk for becoming addicted because his father was an alcoholic too.
Yessss I love BMW
I remember feeling so sad for helga and the way her dad treated her on the show not realizing hes a narcisstic or what that was. I'm an adult now and my mother is a narcisst. Well, there you go.
It's heavily implied that her mother is an alcoholic
@@MASTEROFEVIL I think it was flat out confirmed that her constantly drinking “smoothies” was just so they could get it past the censors
I'm 32 years old, and that Rugrats episode still breaks my heart.
I'm 32 now and same bro.
Does anyone remember when Arthur did an episode on 9/11 and school disasters, they also tackled divorce in one episode about Arthur and DW’s parents.
btamamura that’s why I love Arthur, this show handles dark subjects that most kid shows avoid, like cancer, divorce, even school terrorism.
They even did one where Grandpa Dave was diagnosed with Alzheimer's
They covered a lot of health topics. I know other kids shows don’t like to do these controversial topics, especially violence, like wars and political things.
Yeah I remember that episode. April 9th isn’t the only Arthur episode that dealt with a serious issue though. The show’s also dealt with cancer (The Great MacGrady), divorce (Buster’s parents are divorced), homosexuality (Mr. Ratburn And The Special Someone) and even death (So Long, Spanky)
when did arthur and dw's parents divorce ?
What about ‘The Mask’ from Courage the Cowardly Dog, an episode about domestic abuse that is scarily accurate
There's also the episode about Courage not being perfect. That one hit me hard as well.
me too
If any of you are interested in seeing the Courage the Cowardly Dog episode, here is a link to the full episode:
th-cam.com/video/d0rz_2Z7OKc/w-d-xo.html
So glad that "Helga On The Couch" was on here!!
Agreed
Did you know Helga and Olga are the same name?
Yep, same..Hey Arnold as whole has aged very well w/ its sharp writing.
Helga and Olga mean the same thing, but I can't remember what they mean
According to BabyNames.com, Helga and Olga both mean "holy" but in different languages. Helga means "holy" in Scandinavian, while Olga means "holy" in Slavic.
Regardless of how anyone feels about Bill Cosby nowadays, "Fat Albert and the Cosby Kids" is probably one of the earliest kids cartoons to actually tackle on serious subject matters and important social lessons. It's basically an animated after school special series made relatable to kids even outside of the black and urban communities.
The show addresses many themes and issues such as racism, disabilities, bullying, death, running away, drugs, crimes, being adopted and even surprisingly some other heavy-hitting topics like guns, gang violence (where a character *actually* dies in a crossfire), neo-nazism, child abuse, being a teen mom (yeah), STDs, and a "scared straight" style episode that supposedly *use* to included actual swear words once on TV by the prisoners.
I think that show could've at least use an honorable mention for this kind of list.
Whenever Chuckie talks about his mom, I always feel like crying. During the episode his dad told him about her and in one of the movies and when he says he has two mommies now.
Mister Roger is probably (in my opinion) the only tv show that shows us about life and how scary the world is: same goes with Sesame Streets
There’s also one where we find out that Elmo, of all people (puppets?), is a military brat.
There's the shows just listed plus Avatar the last airbender talks about how the fire nation started war for power over 100 years prior and Aang has to deal with his entire nation being wiped out by the fire nation. Katara and Sokka losing their mom and even though their dad's alive they didn't see him much because of the war and how Aang has to come to terms with being the avatar and is forced to grow up. Same with katara taking the motherly role both shaped by their trauma. Zuko being burned and banished by his own dad simply for disagreeing with his plan to use innocent soldiers as bait putting their lives in danger to plan an attack and his father often wouldn't think twice about killing him if he gets in his way. This caused Zuko to have his own anger and inner turmoil which he often attacked others to get what he wanted and frequently had terrorized Aang and his friends. Legend Of korra she's poisoned temporarily paralyzed and gets PTSD as a result. And every other episode of Degrassi The next Generation is dark.
@John Luke Brand Who are you talking about?
@@leannasullender154
The creator of Sesame Street.
He also voiced one of the main characters Elmo
Chelsea Canales I totally agree. Every other kid’s show pales in comparison. I watched them when I was a kid, they had only been on for a couple of years. I had both of my kids watch them too, and now I watch it with my 2 year old nephew. When my daughter was little, Mr. Rogers even had an episode about how mommies feed their babies. The had different animals feeding their young, and then they showed a mother breastfeeding. They showed the entire breast and the nipple! I was so impressed. I didn’t think he was going to show it. This is why I love PBS!
Honestly I’m very surprised that Mr. Rogers wasn’t number one on account of the episode where he shares a pool with officer Clemons and teaches kids about racism at that era.
My younger brother and I hadn't watched Arthur in years, and then when we turned it back on, we saw when Mrs. McGrady had cancer, and we were stunned. Not only that, when Arthur's grandfather was showing symptoms of Alzheimers, our childhoods were gutted.
The episode about Chuckie’s mom always tears me up. My mom passed away when I was 10 and Rugrats was my favorite show as a kid. I still to this day think about what he says at the end of that episode, and I know she’s here with me.
I'm so sorry I hope your ok
Gosh. So sorry for your loss I can’t imagine what that’s really like not having your Mom alive on Earth anymore that I honestly do feel bad for you
That episode of Rugrats really got me teared up as well, but the difference is that my dad died when my sister and I were kids, and to this day my heart still hurts because he's not here to guide me and be part of his grandkids lives.
How come there wasn't a mention of the Static Shock episode where a kid brought a gun to school and actually shot someone? That's not something you would expect to see in a kid's show.
Also, what about the Power Rangers Time Force episode where Trip defended a mutant from Eric who regarded all mutants as creatures that must be destroyed, and Trip revealed that he was an alien and baited Eric into destroying him too? Heck, the villain Ransik had racism as a big part of his character (he was discriminated against because he was a mutant).
And because of that he trusted no human, even one who showed kindness and saved his life, and that caused a domino effected of hatred.
I think the Static Shock time travel episode was better than the one mentioned here. Vergil actually goes back and tries to save his mother on the night she died. But his mom died all the same because she did her job as a first responder. She died saving other people. That has to be something that kids can relate to for those who have parents in those jobs, or even in the military. The risk is always there and your parent/s may not come back...
I was wondering about that too, for Static Shock at least. It actually had a lot of serious episodes, not just the one with the gun. There was a christmas episode that dealt with homelessness, an episode where they revealed Richie's dad as racist, one that dealt with illiteracy, and a few others I probably can't remember. They should do another list of these.
@@Violetvee8 They should.
It's a lot out there can't mention them all...and these lists aren't in order of importance they're just lists. Those are good ideas though make another YT video put some new content out there.
If Helga's dysfunctional homelife isn't on here go back and redo the list it showed neglect, subtlety symbolized drug addiction,and the importance of therapy.
Her mom needs to stop drinking some beers and take care of Helga instead. Period.
It's not nearly as good as people think it is; any child therapist IRL would report neglectful parents, and...would definitely not let their patient think being a schoolyard tyrant with an obsessive crush was normal or healthy.
Fuck me, that episode is overrated.
@@PhoenixRising87 that's your opinion but your complaints still doesn't detract away from the episode for me because it works within the confines of the show.
@@PhoenixRising87 Yup, Helga in general is overrated
Friendship *Smoothies
The Rugrats "Mother's Day" episode emotionally wrecked me. I love my mom so much, I'm lucky to have grown up with her raising me
Zero Accountability, I’m with you. My mom is so special to me.
Missed the biggest one the Flintstones. The Rubbles not being able to have kids. When it aired no one was talking about that.
But that was a prime time show for adults during that time before they re-ran it on Cartoon Network.
That was a big one, especially since they adopt BamBam later that season, and struggle to do so.
sp00kyp00ky I didn’t even know bam bam was adopted
SpoopyMemeyBook yeah! If you’d like to see, it’s episode 3 of season 4- Little BamBam. It’s a little bittersweet because of how Fred treats Betty and Barney at first, and because they almost aren’t able to adopt BamBam
And the Flintstones wasn’t really a kids show.
Remember in full house when Stephane had a friend who was being abused by his dad and when she found out he old her not to tell anyone. So Stephane has to choose to do the right thing or her friends trust. That should have been number 3 at least!
Lesser known fact about the Sesame Street episode:
The drawings were done by Big Bird’s actor
So he really wanted to give them to his friend! :'(
Fun fact big bird’s actor is dead
In the same death of juice wrld
Andi Mack as the honorable mention should've been on the list. Jonah has panic attacks, Cyrus is gay, and Bex was Andi's mom and a teen when she had her. They also do a lot with the Mack Family's Chinese culture. It's a really good show.
Kenzie The Emo Unicorn Agreed. One of the few modern Disney channel shows I genuinely like.
Wow, this sounds like a pretty deep show for disney.
@Four awesome Dancing chicks She didn't dump him for Walker. They spread apart while Jonah was at camp. In the season premiere Andi said they were just friends and Jonah thought they were still together.
I'm not a very emotional person but this show made me cry at least eight times
And Mack’s famous Mac n cheese
Static Shock, kids with guns
@@anthonydigironimo5371 yes, this episode too
And the episode when he discovers his best friend's dad is racist. We'll never get shows like this on CN or Nick again
And the episode with the homeless girl who had a dying mom and an abusive father.
That show was crazy
You mean “Jimmy”. Then there are “Frozen Out” (Homelessness), “Sons Of The Fathers (Racism)”, and “Where The Rubber Meets The Road” (Dyslexia)
Not a bad list, but I think for Captain Planet, I would have gone with the one episode on drug addiction. That episode didn't sugar coat the destructive nature of drugs and the fact that one can overdose and die from being so reliant on them. I think the episode was called "Mind Polution."
@Four awesome Dancing chicks sounds like a good deal
"I don't hire black people."
If I worked in a business where a manager was like that, I would step out!
Or flip off the manager
@@gamerboi12sidchangiscutieu55 or spank the manager
I would quit in the middle of black friday
I don't blame you!
@Johnny’s Bricks glorified the violence are the behaviors of TH-cam commentators, like you.
"Always look for the helpers", that's something I always remember after yet another tragedy is on the news. And it always helps to keep some faith in humanity. Thank you. Mr. Rogers.
Anyone remember that episode of Avatar that showed Appa being harmed by that ring master. Then went to Sukki for comfort. Man that was hard to watch.
It won an award though for anti animal abuse awareness
@@Nahimokthanks that's why avatar is the best series of all time. I'm 17 and I've started watching it again 😂😂
Ikr
Dont forget it dealt with genocide of air nation, racism of fire nation to others and even forgiveness and revenge-- with regards to katara wanting to kill the man that killed her mom.
@@ruinsofxerxes768that's why I love Avatar to this day. It's taught me more life lessons than any school ever did. Especially Iroh😂
They be playing with our emotions from an early age
It be like that sometimes
I think there trying to teach children about these things so as adults they will understand. And be addled too be able too learn too talk and exprise how we feel about these things when they happen to use or someone we know.
That's true, but I think a lot of these are also valuable for helping children transition as they grow up. When bad things happen you feel crushed and confused and alone. Especially as a child, and sometimes when your favorite cartoon has an episode that helps you relate to your trauma, it can make all the difference in the world.
Gon Get Dat *Childhood Depression*
I'm surprised the episode with Mr.Huynh's daughter wasn't on this. Covering the effects of the Vietnam war was very heavy
Yes Vietnam is an impactful topic, but this episode didn't really cover it too much, in liked the veterans day episode though because it explored some experiences that people can get during waf, like geralds dad doing filing, but then there came a time he saved someone's life, and he didn't even know it.
Steven Universe technically isn't just a kid's show. Lapis deals with PTSD, depression, and anxiety. This show is more of a teen show, representing relationships.
Yeah PG rated cartoons are more for teens
@@tevanriley7502 depending on the cartoon, yes.
I started watching Steven Universe when I was 6 or 7. My dad didn't care it was intended for teens he's like "Nah it's fine, you can watch it"
@@minarai313 did your dad see it before he let you watch it? And as a kid you aren't fully aware of mental health issues or toxic relationships
i watched that same episode as a kid, I even remember the premiere, and I didn’t understand. now understanding is just weird
Congrats WatchMojo for making a video that will make me cry in less than 2 minutes.
There is nothing funnier than Alvin in the Chipmunks discovering Cannibus
I'm pretty sure your spelling is much funnier.
I thought at least one of the Static Shock episodes would be on this list. Almost every episode dealt with a serious issue.
Yea, like the one about Richie's dad, the bullies and the gun, Permafrost coping with her mothers death,
Especially the racism episode
How about that episode where that one kid is severely bullied and then later comes to school with a gun and shoots Richie?
and most of the episodes dealt with Gang violence
EXACTLY
As told by ginger had a lot of great lessons and probably should have gotten an honorable mention
It tackled depression and sucicide
*"I'll give it to him when he comes back"*
OH LORDDDD *ugly crying at 4 am*
“I do have a mom! She’s right here in the flowers and in the clouds! In the grass too!”
*Silently cries a river*
Blameitonjorge did it first
@Don Holbert &?
You are officialy first lol, together with a guy named RED FOX GR
Watchmojo's gone too far. nobody dares tough our precious jorge and his relatively depressing content
@ don holbert blameitonjorge is the goat
Don Holbert exactlly
Shows like Hey Arnold and Rugrats would fill up most of this list!
What should have been on the list
Static shock:Jimmy
Braceface:grey matters
Braceface:up in smoke
Static shock:sons of the fathers.
Let's be real static shock and braceface tackled real issues.
are u ivalidating the topics on the list bc thdy aren't "as common" as the ones in the episodes you're mentioning
Braceface was so underrated. There was an episode where she got her first period, where she tried alcohol, where she deals with anorexia, and I think there were many episodes that dealt with her divorced parents, not just in up in smoke.
@@auburrito5168 banned episode"busted"
boi was it weird...!
That Rugrats one broke my heart.
"We can all be very happy that we had a chance to be with him, and to know him, and to love him a lot when he was here."
*Looks at the photo of the deceased close friend I keep on my desk and bursts into tears*
*grabs popcorn* This is going to be a good WatchMojo video.
@Nightmare liar
I feel like kids shows from the 80s, 90's and early 00's eras were some of the best at teaching morals and how to deal with tough issues. I don't think what's targeted at kids now comes close to this.
Yeah we grew up with stuff like this. None of these issues were sugarcoated. Straight facts. Kids today need to learn these things.
@@AquamarineDollsyep
Without Sesame Street, Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood, Arthur and ZOOM and with these shows only watched by little kids, they will not be the best popular educational kids shows of all time.
"Hey, Who Wants Pizza" from Andi Mack just made me and my mum love Cyrus even more. We watch that show together all the time and when he told Buffy about being gay me and my mum just broke down. He's the kind of character we need to see more of on kids TV. ❤
Hearing Mr. Roger's voice always makes me cry. He is one my heroes and he left this earth to soon.
dont forget about that teen titans episode “troq” its not that big of an episode but it does dealt with serious issues, like racism(or whatever u call it)and it teaches u that not everyone in the world is “nice”, its also hypocritical, idk thats just my opinion
Another thing I've noticed with Rugrats is that Angelica's insecurities & spoiled personality come from her parents working a lot. She's also trying to emulate her mom. She gets her folks to buy her toys in order to not feel so alone.
Also Teen Titans “Troq” where the supposed hero the team befriends treats Starfire like an inferior and calling her “Troq” which is the same as calling a black person the n word
Also, I'm happy Hey Arnold, That's So Raven, Steven Universe, Captain Planet, Arthur and Zoom were there.
I saw that Steven Universe one. I'm gonna go cry now. Lapis is my favorite and seeing her go down as Malikite with Jasper was SCARY. And pretty heartbreaking. I'm just glad she's okay.
God I'm so sentimental.
Really disappointed that the episode "Jimmy" from Static Shock wasn't on here since it dealt not only with bullying but also the danger of family's with unsecured guns.
Having lost 3 grandmother's, 2 aunts and grown up poor, chuckie's talk about his mom made me tear up inside, i know i shouldn't be sad but, it never really goes away. it just sits there like a stone, unable to be removed without outside help, I pray for those of us here that have gone through similar stuff. God is nearer then you think
"Sometime I dream about having a mom!" hurt my heart
0:15 OMG THE CHIPMUNKS WITH ALF BADASS
‘ )-( ‘
Who else cried when Chuckie said? 😭😭💔 Don't think I'm able for this video.
Courage the cowardly dog, the episode with kitty deals with the relationship between female and female. It should've been on here or at least an honorable mention!
The Phenom Boss and abusive relationship
really? I thought they were Kitty and Bunny were friends but it also mentions: Prostitution, Feminism, Disillusionment and Abusive relationships. I was wondering when the episode (called "The Mask") was going to show up too
*I Clicked On This Video As Soon As I Seen Chuckie Bring Back Sad Memories*
Teen Titans episode Troq it was about dealing with racism.
Four awesome Dancing chicks yeah that’s the one
Though you gotta admit it was hilarious when star fire asked cyborg if he ever felt bad from what people say and he says, "sure I do...I'm part robot." And now im like, okay well that might people half the reason for you. No offense to anyone reading this though.
The Black History Month episodes of The Proud Family also dealt with racism, particularly in the context of the civil rights movement.
@@hotwax9376 oh yeah that was a great one, especially talking about what life was like decades ago.
Full house serious topics
Jessie’s grandfather dies from old age
Dj does on a crash diet
Family matters dealt with
Crime
Drugs
Poverty
Gun violence in school
Bullying
Leukemia
Racism
Gangs
Domestic violence.
Mr Rodger will always be remembered as our neighbor next door.
Rugrata n 90s cartoons 💸
The mothers day episode made me sad on that show
Steven universe is not really a ‘children’s show’ it’s aimed at teenagers and adults.
Just because it’s a cartoon it doesn’t mean it’s a children’s cartoon show. There are many animated shows that are for older viewers.
Well, I mean it's rated PG so I don't understand how it's a childrens show. Isn't s children's show usually something that is rated something from TV- Y to TV-G? But then again, I don't think Steven Universe is THAT edgy to even be rated PG. I guess people just say that because it covers LGBT topics which, I guess, was something that most kids shows wouldn't do back then. I don't know. I guess they just call it a kids show because it's on Cartoon Network. Just like how they call Regular Show a kids' show. Even though I think that show IS a bit more adult to even be call a "kids' show" in my opinion.
It's PG but yes the show does have a HUGE teenager and adult following. When the voice actors the show were at FanExpo in Toronto in 2018, I was one of many teens and adults cosplaying as characters from the show. When I told Dee Dee (Pearl) how big of a fan of Lapis I am and how I wish I could have met Jennifer Paz who is the voice actor who plays her, she actually called Jennifer so I could talk to her. It was the greatest moment of my life!
*Happy American Dad noises*
@Thomas Lane u that right
What about that one episode from adventure time ." Remember me" when marceline is dealing with ice kings memory. My grandpa has the same problem with his memory and always forgeting in which i can relate to
Dealing with anemsia
@@evanderzufarsetiawan2511 there u go i forget what its called
@@Raulc713 alzheimer
"Mother's day" episode in Rugrats always get me to tears and warms my heart every time!😭😭😭💖💖💖
That rugrats episode was the first cartoon episode that ever made me cry my eyes out. Me and my mom are so close I could never imagine not having her around.
When Cyrus said he liked jonas I cried and when Buffy’s mom came I balled my eyes out
Yes so true I cried
Rip Andi Mack
Mr. Hooper would have been so proud ;)
When Simon said, “marijuana” I bust out laughing
Y'all cannot be making me tear up like this early this morning! 😢 🙏🏾
What about the episode of Static Shock when that kid went to the school with a gun and accidentally shot Richie. A whole episode about bullying.
Several Static Shock could've appeared in this list. Racism episode in that was better than the That's So Raven one. Bullying? School shootings? Episodes for that. Death of a loved one? Episode for that. Homelessness and children? Episode for that! The show could provably have a list of its own tbh!
OK that rugrats episode made me feel like some invisible ninjas in my room are chopping onions
The hannah montana episode that actually covers type 1 diabetes and does it correctly. As a type 1 diabetic it felt good since no one talks about it or doesn't talk about it correctly. It felt nice.
Dude I have type 1 diabetes and I’m glad they did that episode
The Mr. Hooper episode gets me as the entire cast was in tears. That wasn't acting, that was genuine. Bob literally breaks down in the filming.
Big Bird: But everything was just fine! Why did it have to be like this?!
Gordon: Big Bird, it has to be like this, because.
Big Bird: Just because?
Gordon: Yes. Just because.
I love it when kids shows tackle realistic subjects. I know this isn't exactly a kids show, but Degrassi does handle subjects like death, body image, depression, rape, peer pressure, etc. Also, what should've made this list was As Told by Ginger. Most of the episodes focused on death, divorce, depression, suicide, addiction, change, rejection and etc.
Blameitonjorge is much better because his videos actually draw you in and his voice makes things sound serious or scary
Yeah and these segment are the exact same one in the sequal
He also uses the dreary music.
Noo
His voice is depressing tho
@@SecondEvilEx exactly
hey guys, remember that 9/11 sesame street episode?
or the 9/11 Arthur episode even?
Bear in the Big Blue House had a 9/11 episode?
Yeah. I remember watching that, and April 9th as reruns when I was 6. Also, I see that you're a fellow My Hero Academia fan.
@@chumbusi8147 yeah, I decided to settle for old reliable -- *half and half bastard*
I thought that Lava Lake Beach from Star vs. The Forces of Evil should've had a mention due to the fact that in the episode Kelly and Tad finally break up and so many before that and Kelly is heartbroken, so Marco talks to Tad, and says that being around Kelly will make you miserable, and Tad says "I should know, you are the master on it. Then Tad explains that Marco can travel to ANY dimension but he chooses to live with his unavailable crush. This episode was VERY powerful to me at least.
I teared up when the older guy in blue on Seaseme street cracked up talking about the man
I remember a lot of those shows and episodes now that I'm 21 they make more sense to me and I understand them better I especially remember that episode of Arthur with the old woman having cancer. I also remember the mother's day one with Chucky Finster.