Blameitonjorge, you are looking good at saying the truth about John K's mysterious and the most darkest secrets of all time. He maybe one of the greatest animators of all time, but one of the worst human beings in history.
Honestly, I love the interaction between the two of you, and how good of friends you are (or at least seem to be.) Any time you two work together, it's always a treat because you both are two of my favorite TH-camrs, and I hope your little 'cinematic universe' can go on for years to come.
I personally find it funny how Sesame Street and just decided to make "the first homeless character" but Oscar the Grouch has been living in a trash can for over 50 years
Well thanks to a Sesame Street movie called Elmo In Grouch Land, I can tell you that Oscar’s trash can is way bigger on the inside. Seriously, it’s connected to another world full of Muppets who are just like Oscar!
Read my other replies to comments like that one to see how I don't think he's homeless. I can't wait for the day a homosexual character is introduced on the show, just to see everyone's reaction to that. You know what I'm talking about. Bert: (sighs) Why me? Ernie: Oh boy! (facepalms)
@Amber it's fine. I feel the same way. Arthur revealed that Mr. Ratburn was gay too recently. When you say Clifford, do you mean the new one on Prime? Anyway, I would definitely love for this show to introduce homosexuality, even if it would be unfortunately risky. Like I said, I just hope people won't make jokes how Bert and Ernie beat that character to it if it does happen.
@@kylemorello4787 I was first introduced to what LGBT meant when I was around 8 or 9. I was watching a show, but since I didn’t understand it very well, I was really confused, so I told my mom. My mom then told me that it was disgusting and that God made the opposite genders to be together, not one of the same. Now looking back on that, it seems like she was being a bit sexist since a Christian can be transgender without it being controlled. It reminds me of racism since LGBT people shouldn’t be treated any different way from others. I hope more people can eventually understand this, which is why I agree with this.
@@svgarcvbes7560 Then I Recommend SU,It’s Full Of LGBTQ+. In Fact,A Main Character Had A Wedding Of Her Gems Unfused! And All Gems Are Considered Girls And Ruby And Sapphire Are The Married Ones!
Big Bird is lucky. Not everyone has friends or family members to help them get through it, and all hospital staff are caring or competent. And of course, he's lucky he only only had to stay in the hospital for around three days. When it was finally time for him to go home, he was so busy thanking everyone and saying goodbye that Maria said, "You didn't want to come to the hospital, and now you don't want to leave!" ^_^
A classic case of misinformation Autism is not a mental disorder it is neurological one. A mental illness is PMDD or depression. Probably at the person who did this video got there info miss up.I have high functioning autism and it is definitely a brain thing not mental.
Big Bird doesn’t give in to peer pressure. He doesn’t care if he looks funny or bad in other’s eyes. He gets through sickness with heart. He is a kind, loyal friend. Big Bird is my role model.
Sesame Street actually addressed that and said Oscar sees his trash can as home (and it’s already established that the inside is the size of three olympic pools)
@@hayleeTC the show also has fairies,monsters and if you count the films theres also a seperate dimension in sesame street so why not heaven sorry for being late
That last one actually made me feel sad. It's actually kind of sad seeing these characters go through so much emotional pain even in a show that's usually bright and cheerful. But honestly, I think approaching a dark subject like death in such a way is actually a good way to teach kids about it. Because it demonstrates just what happens when someone dies and how their families deal with the loss. Death is just one of the things kids need to learn about in order to understand the world better.
Yeah I agree with you. As someone you lost a love one last year I was angry and like just asking why why now why did they have to go. I was asking so many questions and the person I was also worried for was my younger sister who didn’t know what was going on so I’m glad Sesame Street showing kids how to deal with grief and losing a love one
There's an emu farm down the road from where I live. They are pretty mean. They had to post a custom made sign that says Danger: Do Not Pet Emus For Risk Serious Injury. Emu Will Bite.
Big Bird and Elmo are the characters that most children watching the show identify with, being children themselves. Thus, kids can better relate to them.
They kind of wrote him to be a punching bag, didn't they? It's probably because they have so many qualities they can use since he's bigger than everyone, looks funny, and cries a lot.
"I don't consider autism a disease, nor a mental illness" I consider your existence as respected even more now. I don't know if that makes sense, but what I'm trying to say is thank you for clarifying that
As someone with autism, I view it less as a disability and more of a trade off. On one hand I might have trouble with social skills, but on the other hand, I am very good at other things. I am very interested in ancient China to a point where its all I talk about, and Im constantly taking selfies of myself dressed in traditional Chinese garb, and learning Mandarin.
You know, I've never viewed autism like that before. I guess I never thought that it's not a mental illness, it's just a different way a brain works. I'm surprised it's never crossed my mind before. Thanks for addressing that.
I like how in the hospital episode nobody sugarcoats the fact that getting a shot does hurt. Because there are a lot of episodes of kids shows that try to play it off like it doesn't hurt that much or it doesn't hurt at all, but here it seems like Sesame Street is not trying to hide anything about how much shots can hurt. They don't play it off like: "Oh, that didn't hurt a bit!" We actually see and hear Big Bird say "Ow" and crya little bit. So I'm glad that they didn't sugarcoat the fact that shots hurt.
@btamamura And that's a good thing too and I like the fact that they told you that you did well instead of telling you that it doesn't hurt at all or that it wasn't even that bad. they didn't sugarcoat it or even talk to you like you were just saying ow for no reason. Because even real life doctors know that getting a shot hurts but a real doctor isn't going to sugarcoat it or talk down to someone and they're not going to treat you like an idiot. So that's good
Not to mention your arm is usually sore for a day. I had to get a whooping cough shot and I couldn’t sleep on my right side that night due to the pain.
*_Mr. Hooper's death episode really hit me so hard because that reminds me of my grandmother's death last week. She died from stroke and my Dad was in grief. Big Bird is relatable for those who lost someone's love._*
@@cornerianbird4767 And yet, this is not a joke. My dad was grieving along with me. I can't even say a word. And my aunt is grieving, too, but much harder. I can't even watch them bawling when my grandma got cremated on Thursday.
Because one puppet is homeless. At least two more have a parent in prison. One has autism. Elmos uncle is dead. They’re depicted as kids. And it works so well because they’re explaining the issues to kids so a kid could understand
Why was this show not aired in the UK?? This is the only place I've even seen episodes. Sure it might have been on video tape but I don't recall ever seeing them on shelves. We got Elmo's spin off at least, for before school viewing...
Imma say this: I'm glad that people on SS that is having kids understand how those serious topics in a understanding and not in a rude matter. I wanna thank SS to make these topic and to understand that these things especially divorce that it isn't their fault.
yeah i honestly wish more kid shows did this and i see many shows try to but end up sugar coating it ( the steven universe garnet PSA is a GREAT example) but SS is straightforward and blunt and very realistic on topic like death and how they say that they DIED and not in “a better place” for example it’s very rare to see kid shows accomplish topics like this in a healthy manner
The bullying episode is really relatable to me. I tried to fit in a lot, even changed my personality. Big bird touch my heart and taught me a lot through out the years.
Flower Griffon yea so have I But all I got was being pushed to the ground and told that I’m not funny and to go away so I left them alone and became more distant and hung around some of the lower grades but then I got asked why I was hanging around them and why i was so distant
I never get bullied, but I wanted to get fit with the group with some of the most awesome people (students) I know, but sadly, I ended up being joined the group with a bunch of annoying students (and the most neutral as well). I couldn't accept this because I was annoyed with those mentally challenged individuals but I could help.
wild bidoof I feel much more better now. I was made fun of because I used to have asthma and that I used to have asthma attacks during school. I’m sorry that everyone get picked on for something that they cannot control.
i have autism and some people think i'm weird or crazy and some times tees me and i went through deep depression but now i have great friends and now i think i feel a little bite beater.
i have autism too. and i feel the same way. it hurts when you get bullied for something you can't help. but there is always a way to get happy. i have a friend who has autism, and bonding with her just feels great. the good thing is, there are tons of people who are on the spectrum, there is most likely a handful at least in every state, and country, so you can always find someone else who is on the spectrum to be friends with, and can help you out.
Julia was introduced when I was finishing up high school and I remember crying a few days before my high school graduation and I found the scene where Big Bird meets her (aka her introduction in the show proper) I'm autistic and even as a senior in high school, I was dealing with bullying and even abuse for being "weird" as a direct result, and seeing Julia doing all the "weird" things I did but being accepted just gave me a huge beacon of hope because kids like me could see themselves in Julia and other kids could see there was nothing wrong with her. There's even an online clip where she's flapping her arms (a common but stigmatized behavior in autism), and Abby joins in while comparing the movement to butterfly wings, and just... It makes me so happy I'm so glad Sesame Street is doing this. Every child deserves to see themselves represented
"You are way too big!" Has the Good Birds Club ever seen an ostrich, an emu, a rhea, an emperor penguin, a turkey, or a cassowary before? Those things are HUGE!!!!
R.I.P. Carrol Spinney. a.k.a Big Bird and Oscar the Grouch. Now he's with Fred Rogers(Mister Rogers.) Jim Henson and the guy that played Mr. Hooper. Were gonna miss ya Big Guy.
There were also the episodes where Rosita struggles with her father being in a wheel chair and Elmo having his father being away in the army for a long time. Those were incredibly tear-jerking.
@@boxogoxo3899 Are you out of your mind, or something? Where and when did "Sesame Street" ever talk about Communism? Where do you get your information from, the John Birch Society?
I don’t know if either of these guys talked about this movie but, I’m going to talk about it here in the comments. I remember this older Sesame Street movie called Follow That Bird. Big Bird ( if I remember correctly) is invited to have parents and goes to live with the Dodos. When he goes he’s actually very sad and the movie alone is kind of depressing if you think about it. Big Bird is later kidnapped ( I think ) by two dudes and he is used for money. Bird’s recolored from yellow to blue and always sad when people go to see him at a circus. Bird does manage to befriend a few people but the people he befriends only have about 10 minutes of screen time. He does get rescued in the end. I feel like the movie itself is very sad and felt like I had to comment about it. I forgot to mention that the Dodos lived far away from Sesame Street and that really affected Snuffy. The Dodos are also kind of abusive. When Big Bird complained about wanting to go home, the Dodos ignore what he says and reply with, “ but this is your home “ the Dodos also ignored Bird. And when Big Bird describes Snuffy to the Dodos, the Dodos make fun of Snuffy and tell Bird to find a different best friend who is a bird like them. Sorry for the long comment. I just found the movie kind of sad.
El Karlo mr hooper t store owners death was a really sad episode but it was handled like so many of these episodes with gentle and informative way for little kids
@@DJ-kl8tt Both that and his number 1 are both good ways. I like the Elmo episode a little bit more because I think its nice it lets you know you have people to talk to about it. But Mr. Hoppers death is important as a real death shouldn't be hidden from kids
The storm episode was played a lot when I was a kid. I live near New Orleans and was 6 when Hurricane Katrina hit, so it was super helpful having that episode help normalize and explain just what was happening.
Me too. My favorite thing about it was that they still included a lot of humor, including Telly Monster getting blown away by the Big Bad Wolf repeatedly, and the last appearance of Kermit the Frog on the show (or so we thought! Thanks Elmo's World and 50th anniversary special!).
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I live in a large city an I don't think I've been through a natural disaster In my life so it's interesting to hear what they're actually like from people who have been through them.
As a man with autism I must say, I didn’t expect Sesame Street to cover so many subjects that I never thought to see in a preschool show, and as a man with autism who also lost loved loved one, and was once homeless, I gotta say this show is not afraid to tell kids what they need to hear, not what they want to hear, I always thought Sesame Street was about math and abc’s, but know I have little more respect for the show now. Jim Henson your work is incredible.
Seeing Sesame Street explain things like this makes me so happy! Such as jail, illnesses, autism, which lots of people have, including me, those explanations make me smile.
I remember the 9/11 episode. I was a little more than a two months old when that happened, about 40 minutes away from NYC. My dad was working near Central Park. Luckily not in Lower Manhattan. 9/11 is a day we must never forget
edward ASCENCIO Both were equally as bad. Pearl Harbor in my opinion might have been worse because it was unexpected, it was an attack not just on civilians but the military, and so many lives were lost there in just a few moments. Modern Day-Wise, I would say 9/11 has slightly more relevance and it was an event that changed every countries viewpoints in terrorism and emerging threats from insurgent groups domestically and internationally
9/11 was probably one of the toughest days America had to deal with but it brought the whole world together. If we didn’t have 9/11, Hussein would’ve still been Iraqis, the Taliban would’ve still been in power over in Afghanistan and al-qaeda would’ve still bombed places in America so even though that day was tough, it paved the way for significant events in America’s history
yeah I really was scared of puppets when I was little but now Im not and when my cousin watches this show I realize how many dark topics it deals with.
They do such a good job at trying to teach kids about everything that happens in life, they aren’t aggressive about the topics, they try their best to make them understand things, I have a huge support for the Sesame Street company and their work.
As someone with Autism, I think your statement on Autism being a neurological disability over a mental disorder fits it more. I'm also glad that Sesame Street gave us Julia. I'm glad to see a certain minority being represented in this show. Especially since it connects to me. Great video, Strider :)
Indeed. I have a personal liking to Stephanie D'azzburo (I butchered her last name & I'm sorry), Kevin Clash, Buffalo Bob Smith & of course, Jim Henson
I was going through TH-cam and I found this episode. I cried through the whole thing. My grandma passed from colon cancer many years ago and the pain of her death still hurts today. They did a great job explaining death especially in a way children can understand.
2:44 i remember i follow you're instagram account and dig deeply and i see your foto about blood donation then i decided to cont how many times you're doing a blood donation and i realized you save 21 people that needs there blood to be refilled. DAM you are the real hero in Australia Edit : 4:49 if i see that bird right in front of me i just be like walk backwards slowly
@@phantomstrider febriana was my last name if you wanna know Edit: 53 times 3 is 159 Witch mean you save 159 people and that the real hero without super power and gadgets( i mean like Iron Man)
I discovered this one show called "Girl Meets World", that's actually a spin-off of "Boy Meets World". It was kind of the "odd one out" on Disney Channel before it was cancelled, because it talks about a lot of mature topics like bullying, atheism, autism and even grudges against family members.
Im a big fan of boy meets world but i give girl meets world a try and i see what they do in the show but i think boy meets world did the whole stuff better hell they even tackle underage drinking and a new born sickness where the kid was close to death but i think if girl meets world was on abc it would be different like boy meets world if you get what i mean
I miss that show, they could have done so much more with it had they continued. I still remember the bullying episode and the chills I got from that ONE scene. God it felt so real!
@@liquidcatt8247 it went PG because they don't kids nowadays ti be exposed to the old school episode of sesame street about our cruel reality that we live in but, they did a episode about autism (Forgive me please and no offense)
*What about the black&white episode from the 70's, where the Wicked Witch of the West from Wizard of Oz terrorised Sesame Street? I still remember watching it as a very young kid, and having nightmares for a good couple of years over it!!* 😵
i am really happy that this video exists, because for one, you are one of my favorite youtubers of all time, and when i watch your videos, they just make me smile and some of your videos make me feel better about myself, because you are really talented and funny and i wish there was one sesame street episode that explains depression to the audience, because if they could do a loved one in jail, or even death itself, they can teach people about depression, and with true empathy because sesame street is really good at being honest also it would make me feel so much better about myself, because ever since 2019, i kept on thinking to myself "why do i exist?" "why am i even here?" "why am i not dead yet?" "why was i born?" and most of the time i try to explain stuff like this to others, they usually say "you will be okay" or "don't worry" or they don't listen at all so i usually bottle up my emotions and feelings while saying "who cares on what you say, it would always be the same" and it went to the point of me doing self harm, and to the point where i start to beat myself when i mess up or i make my family upset by yelling at them or disrespecting them and i also had thoughts of suicide as well, for example "maybe i should end it now" or "maybe my family is better off without me" so if a episode of sesame street that dealt with depression exists, i would feel so much better and look at life in a different way (and if you read this to the end, than wow i am surprised that you actually read me venting and letting all my feelings out, but thank you for at least reading this. And no, i am not lying just for attention, i am actually letting my feelings flow out of me, so i hope that some people would take this seriously)
To quote someone: "This world is cold and harsh for sure, full of malice beyond all hope, but if you make the decision to struggle, struggle, and struggle some more, there will definitely be light. Meaning the world isn't so dark of a place that one can't snatch a ray of light." So struggle and reach out until you find a piece of light to protect and is yours. - From a stranger
@@bonfire2023 No problem, the challenge is keeping hope, but if you do, believe me when I say that you'll be able to smile back at it all one day because of all the things you would have missed if you had gave up👍 -Same Stranger
the reason why I love Sesame Street is because it can still have an impact and be enjoyable for older viewers even though it is intended for young children, that's what makes it such a cultural icon
This is exactly what makes School House Rock, Sesame Street, other cartoons on PhantomStrider's list of greatest live-action kids' cartoons like Beekman's World, Babar, Dragon (based on the books from the same man responsible for Captain Underpants) and more.
I only fear needles because I don't like the feeling of the needle in my arm, I'm getting better on staying calm for shots but i still don't like the feeling of the needle in my arm
@@EmpressEveningGlow I know what you mean. I used to be scared to death of getting a shot, especially when I was a kid. I'm not really afraid of them anymore, but, like you, I can't stand the feeling of a needle in my arm (I have to get a blood test every now and then a week before I go to my Primary Care Physician for my regular check-up; I also recently had a flu shot). In fact, I often look away before they insert it into my skin. Of course, without these shots, I would probably have a lot of unnecessary medical problems. Did you know that gangster Al Capone contracted V.D., but didn't have it treated because of his fear of needles? The result was the disease became worse over the years, and eventually contributed to his death in 1947.
Sesame Street shows all of these issues from a kids point a view, and kids watching are able to feel represented and learn how to help their friends going through it. It’s honestly incredible how kids are able to see themselves in these characters and how they feel like friends to them. I babysit for a lot of families and when the younger kids want to watch Sesame Street all of the other older kids stop what they’re doing to watch it too, I of course do too. Kids just get so immersed in it you can’t pry their eyes away from the screen if you tried, I’m sure the bright colors help but it’s almost like they’re watching themselves on screen playing with these characters and it’s honestly incredible.
When I was a kid my mother used to scream at me about how her marital problems were my fault. I wish Seaseme Street would cover the topic of foster care.
Sesame Street has actually just introduced a Muppet that's in foster care. There's a video about it on the Sesame Street in Communities channel if you're interested
They have. Elmo's friend Karly is a foster child. They don't specifically mention why she is in the system but the foster mother character says "Sometimes even parents need help."
I vividly remember the episode when Mr. Hooper died. I was the demographic age at the time and just like many other kids, I watched Sesame Street religiously and will always give it the credit it deserves for shaping so many of us over the last fifty (!) years. Mr. Hooper was beloved by everyone; as the shopkeeper of the store that bears his name even today, he was just as much a friend to us as Big Bird or Cookie Monster. After TH-cam launched, I was so thrilled (for lack of a more appropriate word) to see that piece of pop culture history (and my childhood) after so many years. Viewing it through the eyes of an adult gave me even more a sense of awe at how brilliantly cautious they'd scripted the episode that was by far the "darkest" they'd done to date. It's truly tear-jerking today, mostly for watching Big Bird struggle with the understanding that one of Sesame Street's most iconic characters would no longer be there behind his counter with his charming smile. It was nothing short of masterful and the people behind the scenes (and under/inside the Muppets) will never be paid the dues they truly deserve for how sensitively they handled the scariest subject. We miss you too, Mr. Looper!
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I'm in my twenties and I will never, ever not love Sesame Street. It is one of the best things on television and would gladly watch it with anyone. Their dedication to teaching children and even parents about some of the most difficult things in life deserves an incredible amount of respect. I personally recommend watching "When Families Grieve" if you're going through a hard death even if you're an adult because the care, love, and wisdom put into this show can touch any generation. You're able to see the effect of Uncle Jack's death not only on Elmo and Cousin Jessie, but also his wife Jill and his brother Louie, and even Elmo's mom (who I can't remember the name of). It's raw and honest, and it is so wonderfully sobering to see that. Also Strider, I want footage of you being chased by an emu.
I was about six when that hurricane episode aired. Scared the shit out of me. I remember sitting with my dad and holding my favorite stuffed animal and just being absolutely terrified for the characters. The thing that these episodes have in common is that they are *important* .
@@DreemyDreemz Really?? That makes me really happy. I get genuinely sad sometimes when I think about old episodes that kids won't get to see because they aired way before their time. Thanks for letting me know.
Autism and other conditions is just a different ways of learning, I have adhd and I’ve always known that it dosent stop me from doing anything, it just means it’s harder for me to understand things
I am so glad they introduced a character who is on the autism spectrum. As someone who is on it myself, it warms my heart to know people are treating it not as a disability, illness, or a problem, but as another way of thinking.
This is weird but kind of wish i was a tiny bit on the spectrum.... all the people with autism i personally know are really intelligent and have the best manners and have all those qualities i would love to have, but i dont ....they also score really good marks effortlessly....
I feel ashamed at the fact that I actively avoided watching Sesame Street as a kid. Instead I chose to watch Peppa Pig and a bunch of other cheap crap for kids, I’m glad I’m able to appreciate how smart the show is now.
Wow, watching this list, I've realised that I haven't given Sesame Street enough credit. Like... wow, I'm honestly surprised how well they've handled the situations you guys've shown on this list. I don't think even some of the more mature "kids" shows on Cartoon Network, Nickelodeon and Disney have talked about these kinds of things with so much respect.
4:49 - 5:03 "I got chased by an emu last week." Jorge: *scoffs* "Really? I don't know whether that's traumatic or hilarious." Me: *laughing* PhantomStrider: "It was traumatic at the time. Look at those scary pointy beaks." Me: *still laughing* Jorge: *laughing*
Thanks for having me on board Strider! I like how I’m always included in the darker episodes hahaha
Blameitonjorge, you are looking good at saying the truth about John K's mysterious and the most darkest secrets of all time. He maybe one of the greatest animators of all time, but one of the worst human beings in history.
Thank you for making videos! Your voice is just perfect for these topics!
Honestly, I love the interaction between the two of you, and how good of friends you are (or at least seem to be.) Any time you two work together, it's always a treat because you both are two of my favorite TH-camrs, and I hope your little 'cinematic universe' can go on for years to come.
Ha
blameitonjorge how did your comment get more likes than phantomstriders???😂😂😂
I personally find it funny how Sesame Street and just decided to make "the first homeless character" but Oscar the Grouch has been living in a trash can for over 50 years
Well thanks to a Sesame Street movie called Elmo In Grouch Land, I can tell you that Oscar’s trash can is way bigger on the inside. Seriously, it’s connected to another world full of Muppets who are just like Oscar!
Read my other replies to comments like that one to see how I don't think he's homeless.
I can't wait for the day a homosexual character is introduced on the show, just to see everyone's reaction to that. You know what I'm talking about.
Bert: (sighs) Why me?
Ernie: Oh boy! (facepalms)
@Amber it's fine. I feel the same way. Arthur revealed that Mr. Ratburn was gay too recently. When you say Clifford, do you mean the new one on Prime? Anyway, I would definitely love for this show to introduce homosexuality, even if it would be unfortunately risky.
Like I said, I just hope people won't make jokes how Bert and Ernie beat that character to it if it does happen.
@@kylemorello4787 I was first introduced to what LGBT meant when I was around 8 or 9. I was watching a show, but since I didn’t understand it very well, I was really confused, so I told my mom. My mom then told me that it was disgusting and that God made the opposite genders to be together, not one of the same. Now looking back on that, it seems like she was being a bit sexist since a Christian can be transgender without it being controlled. It reminds me of racism since LGBT people shouldn’t be treated any different way from others. I hope more people can eventually understand this, which is why I agree with this.
@@svgarcvbes7560 Then I Recommend SU,It’s Full Of LGBTQ+. In Fact,A Main Character Had A Wedding Of Her Gems Unfused! And All Gems Are Considered Girls And Ruby And Sapphire Are The Married Ones!
'Is this the hospital?'
'Yeah!'
'Well, I still don't feel any better.'
... Dang.
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Logic bomb
Big Bird is lucky. Not everyone has friends or family members to help them get through it, and all hospital staff are caring or competent. And of course, he's lucky he only only had to stay in the hospital for around three days. When it was finally time for him to go home, he was so busy thanking everyone and saying goodbye that Maria said, "You didn't want to come to the hospital, and now you don't want to leave!" ^_^
@@loneshewolf74 Man you sound like you're really taking a jab at current hospitals
Simaginary Friend thank you for wholesoming my Monday.
"I don't view autism as a mental illness"
As an autistic person, for some reason, this made me smile. Thank you.
I completely agree
Me too
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A classic case of misinformation Autism is not a mental disorder it is neurological one. A mental illness is PMDD or depression. Probably at the person who did this video got there info miss up.I have high functioning autism and it is definitely a brain thing not mental.
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Big Bird doesn’t give in to peer pressure.
He doesn’t care if he looks funny or bad in other’s eyes.
He gets through sickness with heart.
He is a kind, loyal friend.
Big Bird is my role model.
Well, he did give into peer pressure. Did. Give into peer pressure. Not anymore.
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josh mga ka chubby ?
Kyle Morello yes. He’s pulled through like a champ.
josh mga ka chubby what’s so gross about it?
*Big Bird is one of the purest creatures in the entire universe and needs to be protected at all times.*
Preach 🙌
He gets the most pain
Good birb.
Kirby is good borb.
Kirby/Big Bird=good bioriorb
The masters words are correct
Same for his puppeteer
First homeless character in sesame street is released
Oscar the Grouch: am I a joke to you.
Get it together grouch. Get a job you grouch
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what are you talking about, garbage cans are the natural habitat of his species
Sesame Street actually addressed that and said Oscar sees his trash can as home (and it’s already established that the inside is the size of three olympic pools)
@@mrpizza_5139 dang, guess they really are the first homeless character?
For the voice for Big Bird: There is a special place in Heaven for him
Heaven doesn't exist on Sesame Street. Such an atheist show..
@@hayleeTC the show also has fairies,monsters and if you count the films theres also a seperate dimension in sesame street so why not heaven
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Big bird finally got to give the drawing to Mr. Hooper
Not just the voice. He's the guy inside the puppet too. And he was Oscar the Grouch. Carol Spinny.
That last one actually made me feel sad. It's actually kind of sad seeing these characters go through so much emotional pain even in a show that's usually bright and cheerful. But honestly, I think approaching a dark subject like death in such a way is actually a good way to teach kids about it. Because it demonstrates just what happens when someone dies and how their families deal with the loss. Death is just one of the things kids need to learn about in order to understand the world better.
Yeah I agree with you. As someone you lost a love one last year I was angry and like just asking why why now why did they have to go. I was asking so many questions and the person I was also worried for was my younger sister who didn’t know what was going on so I’m glad Sesame Street showing kids how to deal with grief and losing a love one
Seriously though. Those emu's are a public menace! We even lost the Great Emu War to them >_
And thus, the great Emu War of 2019 started... *Cue dramatic music*
I'd like to see an Australian adaptation of Birds one of these days with emus.
I still don't understand how a bird can start a war
There's an emu farm down the road from where I live. They are pretty mean. They had to post a custom made sign that says Danger: Do Not Pet Emus For Risk Serious Injury. Emu Will Bite.
Dark times them emu wars... the things seen then could make a grown man cry...
why is big bird always the lightning rod of abuse and suffering in the series
Big Bird and Elmo are the characters that most children watching the show identify with, being children themselves. Thus, kids can better relate to them.
Probably because he's the mascot and main character of Sesame Street.
They kind of wrote him to be a punching bag, didn't they? It's probably because they have so many qualities they can use since he's bigger than everyone, looks funny, and cries a lot.
He’s mainly featured in all episodes, he is the main character of the series although Elmo is more popular.
“Big bird big smelly”-Elmo
I like how both the death episodes don’t push anyone’s beliefs.
"I don't consider autism a disease, nor a mental illness"
I consider your existence as respected even more now. I don't know if that makes sense, but what I'm trying to say is thank you for clarifying that
"I don't view Autism a mental illness., but rather simply a different neurological wiring."
- Josh Strider
PREACH
I love that viewpoint. Being abnormal doesn’t mean you’re broken.
Exactly!
I always got picked on for having Aspergers. Some people like to compare Autism or anything on the spectrum to retardation, which has always irked me.
As someone with autism, I view it less as a disability and more of a trade off.
On one hand I might have trouble with social skills, but on the other hand, I am very good at other things.
I am very interested in ancient China to a point where its all I talk about, and Im constantly taking selfies of myself dressed in traditional Chinese garb, and learning Mandarin.
You know, I've never viewed autism like that before. I guess I never thought that it's not a mental illness, it's just a different way a brain works. I'm surprised it's never crossed my mind before. Thanks for addressing that.
I know. Calling autism a mental illness is just insulting.
@@mountkilimanjaro2982 It is an illness, but calling it a Mental one is rude. It's more of a neurological illness.
@@losclaytonscanaloficial968 not an illness. More of just a different way the brain is wired.
@@mountkilimanjaro2982 Yeah that, i forgot the word.
@@mountkilimanjaro2982 And when people use it as an insult, it maddens me to no end.
Showing my age, I am glad you mentioned Mr Hooper"s death. A lot of kids ask why the store has that name.
i was chased by an emu last week is probably the most Australian thing I've ever heard
ASTRO! Same!
I actually got chased by one the other day in the paddock at my farm lol
I’ll give you another.
“Mum! The spiders got in the microwave again!”
Quote my friend, 2018.
I saw an emu at the zoo yesterday
@@michaelxu7951 FUCKING RUN
Fact:
The voice of big bird died at the age of 85 on December 8, 2019
Min Holly I’m so sad😭😭😭😭
:( big loss, truely is. Still lives on through the show, though. :D
Wait December 8 passed 0_0
Lol You ruined this video with sadness.
Min Holly R.I.P.
I like how in the hospital episode nobody sugarcoats the fact that getting a shot does hurt.
Because there are a lot of episodes of kids shows that try to play it off like it doesn't hurt that much or it doesn't hurt at all, but here it seems like Sesame Street is not trying to hide anything about how much shots can hurt.
They don't play it off like: "Oh, that didn't hurt a bit!"
We actually see and hear Big Bird say "Ow" and crya little bit. So I'm glad that they didn't sugarcoat the fact that shots hurt.
@btamamura And that's a good thing too and I like the fact that they told you that you did well instead of telling you that it doesn't hurt at all or that it wasn't even that bad.
they didn't sugarcoat it or even talk to you like you were just saying ow for no reason. Because even real life doctors know that getting a shot hurts but a real doctor isn't going to sugarcoat it or talk down to someone and they're not going to treat you like an idiot.
So that's good
it does, but not to the point that you scream. a sharp intake of breath maybe, but never screaming
@@thomasfoster4370 depends on how high your pain tolerance is I guess
Not to mention your arm is usually sore for a day. I had to get a whooping cough shot and I couldn’t sleep on my right side that night due to the pain.
This! How do people expect you to feel fine even though you just had a needle go in your skin? Doesn’t make sense
''Bigbird was coughing, wheezing and struggling to breathe'' sounds like bigbirds's got asthma my friend.
*_Mr. Hooper's death episode really hit me so hard because that reminds me of my grandmother's death last week. She died from stroke and my Dad was in grief. Big Bird is relatable for those who lost someone's love._*
I agree. Thank you for that post, Mr. Friendship.
You consistently have some of the best comments wherever you show up, and you always seem to be early.
@@cornerianbird4767 And yet, this is not a joke. My dad was grieving along with me. I can't even say a word. And my aunt is grieving, too, but much harder. I can't even watch them bawling when my grandma got cremated on Thursday.
@@vallisdaemonumofficial Yup. I never find the Mr. Hooper death sad at first, but once my grandma died, that scares me.
@@poweroffriendship2.0 Damn, that sounds very tough. I'm sorry for your loss, man. I hope things will work out for you as soon as possible.
Well, if parents won't teach the lessons, a kind man's show will. Also, why am I crying about this?
Well said. Amen.
I haven’t watched any of these episodes and don’t know how I stumbled upon this video but boy howdy am I bawling
Because one puppet is homeless. At least two more have a parent in prison. One has autism. Elmos uncle is dead. They’re depicted as kids. And it works so well because they’re explaining the issues to kids so a kid could understand
Why was this show not aired in the UK?? This is the only place I've even seen episodes.
Sure it might have been on video tape but I don't recall ever seeing them on shelves.
We got Elmo's spin off at least, for before school viewing...
Cuz account of it's a show probably from your kid hood
Imma say this:
I'm glad that people on SS that is having kids understand how those serious topics in a understanding and not in a rude matter. I wanna thank SS to make these topic and to understand that these things especially divorce that it isn't their fault.
Agreed.
yeah i honestly wish more kid shows did this and i see many shows try to but end up sugar coating it ( the steven universe garnet PSA is a GREAT example) but SS is straightforward and blunt and very realistic on topic like death and how they say that they DIED and not in “a better place” for example it’s very rare to see kid shows accomplish topics like this in a healthy manner
They need to talk about
Parental alienation
I certainly hope the SS you are referring to is Sesame Street, and not the Schutzstappel. =D
@@antoniothesheep I'm referring Sesame Street
At the last position I finally cried.
How can a kid cartoon be so wonderful and deep. How much had I liked to see it as a kid.
I cried because my uncle died too…
"I dont view Autisim a mental illness"
you're awesome in my book.
XxxLeafMarioxxX exactly! Kudos to him. Applause to him.
I certainly agree with him there
Mine to
Bless him, I totally agree
It is considered a mental disorder scientifically because it negatively affects communication, comprehension, behavior, and social skills.
The bullying episode is really relatable to me. I tried to fit in a lot, even changed my personality. Big bird touch my heart and taught me a lot through out the years.
Flower Griffon yea so have I But all I got was being pushed to the ground and told that I’m not funny and to go away so I left them alone and became more distant and hung around some of the lower grades but then I got asked why I was hanging around them and why i was so distant
I never get bullied, but I wanted to get fit with the group with some of the most awesome people (students) I know, but sadly, I ended up being joined the group with a bunch of annoying students (and the most neutral as well). I couldn't accept this because I was annoyed with those mentally challenged individuals but I could help.
Same
Same... I hope you are better now, people in college still make fun of me for stuttering
wild bidoof I feel much more better now. I was made fun of because I used to have asthma and that I used to have asthma attacks during school. I’m sorry that everyone get picked on for something that they cannot control.
If you ask me, Sesame Street and Mr. Rogers Neighbourhood handle dark subjects the best.
I agree!
And Arthur!
But Ironically mr Rodgers was on both Arthur and Sesame Street and big bird went to mr Rodgers
Arthur did too but I do agree in terms of kid shows.
No matter how dark these episodes are this show can tell how the problem can be resolved in such an awesome way. Mad props to PBS and HBO
Over thirty years later, I still cry whenever I see the Goodbye Mr. Hooper episode. Now the voice of Big Bird is gone as well. RIP.
WAIT, BIG BIRD IS DEAD?! NOOOO-
@@carleighluvsari he died in 2019
"R.I.P. mr. hooper (will-lee) you'll be missed by everyone always & forever amen".
@@hayleeTC it’s a kid show lol
@@hayleeTC do you expect them to give a depressing essay on why people die? I think people need to know when a show has his limits
i have autism and some people think i'm weird or crazy and some times tees me and i went through deep depression but now i have great friends and now i think i feel a little bite beater.
I'm really glad to hear you're feeling a bit better Ethan. Good on you for keeping on trying.
Yeah I have Asperger's syndrome and went through the same thing as you, I now have great friends too though so I'm also doing well
Ethan people say I’m weird all the time
@@joshuadaltilia8480 my aunt accidentally put asparagus instead.😅
i have autism too. and i feel the same way. it hurts when you get bullied for something you can't help. but there is always a way to get happy. i have a friend who has autism, and bonding with her just feels great. the good thing is, there are tons of people who are on the spectrum, there is most likely a handful at least in every state, and country, so you can always find someone else who is on the spectrum to be friends with, and can help you out.
These episodes actually make me respect the Sesame Workshop even more.
Julia was introduced when I was finishing up high school and I remember crying a few days before my high school graduation and I found the scene where Big Bird meets her (aka her introduction in the show proper)
I'm autistic and even as a senior in high school, I was dealing with bullying and even abuse for being "weird" as a direct result, and seeing Julia doing all the "weird" things I did but being accepted just gave me a huge beacon of hope because kids like me could see themselves in Julia and other kids could see there was nothing wrong with her. There's even an online clip where she's flapping her arms (a common but stigmatized behavior in autism), and Abby joins in while comparing the movement to butterfly wings, and just... It makes me so happy
I'm so glad Sesame Street is doing this. Every child deserves to see themselves represented
Something bad: **exists**
Sesame Street: Now this looks like a job for us!
Ozome also Sesame Street: it ain’t much but it’s honest work
Sesame Street: Hold my beer.
Bullying: *exsists*
Sesame street: *ima bout to end this mans whole carrer*
But imagine if Sesame Street had to cover sexual abuse. It'd be hard to do.
Damon Himeji Higgins tru dat
"You are way too big!"
Has the Good Birds Club ever seen an ostrich, an emu, a rhea, an emperor penguin, a turkey, or a cassowary before? Those things are HUGE!!!!
Plus, Strider's native country lost a war to the emus (sorry to offend you Strider), so take that as something for the GBC to think about.
@@damonthaplaya8443
Also, that episode wasn't the first time Big Bird turned blue. Remember Follow That Bird?
@@pikminfan6778 probably not. I don't even remember Follow That Bird. Was born before the next century began.
Let's face it, considering the club members' sizes, a lot of birds are too big compared to them.
CASSOWARYS ARE FRIGGIN UNITS.
13:46 Gordon agreeing with Big Bird that "it's not alright" hits hard.
"I got chased by an emo last week!" XD that's too pure oh no XD
4:47
"I got chased by an emu last week."
That's... very Australian.
Edit: I spelled emu wrong.
Random Person those darn emos
THOSE DARN EMOS!!!
Emo people: *_EXCUSE ME MR FUNNY GUY-_*
this is all a joke to all the people out there who is emo.. ;w;
I thought it was emu
Thosse dam emus there nothing but bullies
Now we know how to actually get to Sesame Street. The intersection of 62nd and Broadway has been renamed Sesame Street for their 50th anniversary
Great
Thank you Kim, very cool.
Says the guy who tried to bomb tweeks house
Nice and nuke trump tower
awesome
R.I.P. Carrol Spinney. a.k.a Big Bird and Oscar the Grouch. Now he's with Fred Rogers(Mister Rogers.) Jim Henson and the guy that played Mr. Hooper. Were gonna miss ya Big Guy.
My full respect for anyone who watched every single episode
Well you have respect for my cousin then
There were also the episodes where Rosita struggles with her father being in a wheel chair and Elmo having his father being away in the army for a long time. Those were incredibly tear-jerking.
C r y
*c r y*
I never knew about those stories either.
Sesame streets talks about Communism
*holding tears away* no you are crying
@@boxogoxo3899 Are you out of your mind, or something? Where and when did "Sesame Street" ever talk about Communism? Where do you get your information from, the John Birch Society?
"Didn't we tell you earlier? Mr Hooper died."
*the girl who's never actually watched sesame street aside from furchester hotel in the bg begins to ugly sob*
Oh no I remember that episode...
"Big bird , Mr Hooper is not coming back."
"Why not?"
Rip Mister hooper 😢😢😢
Yeah I think they did last year.I mean I wonder if Phantomstrider would talk with someone else
@@gnomewarlord4645 you know what's sadder? That Will Lee was only known by that. But nothing more. Besides, i don't know HOW Mr. Hooper died.
Sesame Street teaches the lesson that sometimes things aren't ok...and that's ok. It's something kids and adults need to hear
I don’t know if either of these guys talked about this movie but, I’m going to talk about it here in the comments.
I remember this older Sesame Street movie called Follow That Bird. Big Bird ( if I remember correctly) is invited to have parents and goes to live with the Dodos. When he goes he’s actually very sad and the movie alone is kind of depressing if you think about it. Big Bird is later kidnapped ( I think ) by two dudes and he is used for money. Bird’s recolored from yellow to blue and always sad when people go to see him at a circus. Bird does manage to befriend a few people but the people he befriends only have about 10 minutes of screen time. He does get rescued in the end. I feel like the movie itself is very sad and felt like I had to comment about it. I forgot to mention that the Dodos lived far away from Sesame Street and that really affected Snuffy. The Dodos are also kind of abusive. When Big Bird complained about wanting to go home, the Dodos ignore what he says and reply with, “ but this is your home “ the Dodos also ignored Bird. And when Big Bird describes Snuffy to the Dodos, the Dodos make fun of Snuffy and tell Bird to find a different best friend who is a bird like them.
Sorry for the long comment. I just found the movie kind of sad.
Is Mr. Hoper's death #1?
It is, isn't it?
BIG BIRD PLEASE DON'T CRYYYYY
El Karlo mr hooper t store owners death was a really sad episode but it was handled like so many of these episodes with gentle and informative way for little kids
No, but they do touch on it a little.
@@DJ-kl8tt Both that and his number 1 are both good ways. I like the Elmo episode a little bit more because I think its nice it lets you know you have people to talk to about it. But Mr. Hoppers death is important as a real death shouldn't be hidden from kids
How to not be depressed
The storm episode was played a lot when I was a kid. I live near New Orleans and was 6 when Hurricane Katrina hit, so it was super helpful having that episode help normalize and explain just what was happening.
Me too. My favorite thing about it was that they still included a lot of humor, including Telly Monster getting blown away by the Big Bad Wolf repeatedly, and the last appearance of Kermit the Frog on the show (or so we thought! Thanks Elmo's World and 50th anniversary special!).
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I remember it too, but not very well.
I live in a large city an I don't think I've been through a natural disaster In my life so it's interesting to hear what they're actually like from people who have been through them.
big bird was my favorite muppet when i was little. i'm really vulnerable and emotional, so i related to him alot :(
Not gonna lie, I kinda wanna start watching Sesame Street again because of this
YES, thank you.
Finally someone who thinks of Autism the same way.
NOT a mental illness.
Thank you.
Im glad as well i have autism myself
Damn straight.
Oof
Marvelfan 2.0 I agree
I have it too, a disability is not the same as an illness.
4:53 An Australian soldier surrounded by emu in the great emu war colourized
XD
Kaiser Declan
you son of a bitch-
(2019)
Thank you so much for writing this thing... XD
lol
As a man with autism I must say, I didn’t expect Sesame Street to cover so many subjects that I never thought to see in a preschool show, and as a man with autism who also lost loved loved one, and was once homeless, I gotta say this show is not afraid to tell kids what they need to hear, not what they want to hear, I always thought Sesame Street was about math and abc’s, but know I have little more respect for the show now. Jim Henson your work is incredible.
Seeing Sesame Street explain things like this makes me so happy! Such as jail, illnesses, autism, which lots of people have, including me, those explanations make me smile.
I remember the 9/11 episode. I was a little more than a two months old when that happened, about 40 minutes away from NYC. My dad was working near Central Park. Luckily not in Lower Manhattan. 9/11 is a day we must never forget
Yeah, you are lucky that your dad survived. But for me, I had to deal with my grandma's death. So I'm related to Mr. Hooper's death.
Was 9/11 was the worst day or pearl harbor
edward ASCENCIO Both were equally as bad. Pearl Harbor in my opinion might have been worse because it was unexpected, it was an attack not just on civilians but the military, and so many lives were lost there in just a few moments. Modern Day-Wise, I would say 9/11 has slightly more relevance and it was an event that changed every countries viewpoints in terrorism and emerging threats from insurgent groups domestically and internationally
@@AlanA-rj7jz true and may they rest in peace and didn't the terrorists attack the world trade center garage before it happened
9/11 was probably one of the toughest days America had to deal with but it brought the whole world together. If we didn’t have 9/11, Hussein would’ve still been Iraqis, the Taliban would’ve still been in power over in Afghanistan and al-qaeda would’ve still bombed places in America so even though that day was tough, it paved the way for significant events in America’s history
Sesame street is my *childhood* . And I like how the show can be dark but also have a good message.
Yeah, I never heard any dark topics in Sesame Street in my childhood, until I saw it now.
yeah I really was scared of puppets when I was little but now Im not and when my cousin watches this show I realize how many dark topics it deals with.
I like how the show teaches kids about some serious topics like death, incarceration, Mental disorders, etc
I think the mysterious X episode was dealing in the realms of stalking
I think they were parodying The X Files!
They do such a good job at trying to teach kids about everything that happens in life, they aren’t aggressive about the topics, they try their best to make them understand things, I have a huge support for the Sesame Street company and their work.
As someone with Autism, I think your statement on Autism being a neurological disability over a mental disorder fits it more. I'm also glad that Sesame Street gave us Julia. I'm glad to see a certain minority being represented in this show. Especially since it connects to me.
Great video, Strider :)
Autistics unite! 🧩
I'm have austisim too
@@croc4life141 Same here. This is why I love Julia as a character.
Same here, apsergers spectrum
@@crashguy4196 Same
This is why Jim Henson created the best puppets ever we do not see them as puppets but people who we wish could be friends
Indeed. I have a personal liking to Stephanie D'azzburo (I butchered her last name & I'm sorry), Kevin Clash, Buffalo Bob Smith & of course, Jim Henson
I was going through TH-cam and I found this episode. I cried through the whole thing. My grandma passed from colon cancer many years ago and the pain of her death still hurts today. They did a great job explaining death especially in a way children can understand.
Strider: "Sesame Street still remains one of the longest running children's franchise ever!"
Ultraman: "Let me introduce myself!"
Mr. Hooper’s passing and Elmo getting what can only be PTSD will always be some of the darker moments of any show from my childhood.
I wonder if Sesame Street has covered PTSD, yet?
RoseOfTheNight4444 it hasn’t completely touched on the subject yet, I don’t think
@@gamermanx3096 Wow o_o
Rose... They kind of did. After hurricane Florence Tally couldn't calm down and even a slight breeze would cause him to panic
@@That.Lady.withtheYarn Ah
No matter how old you get Big Bird will always be a Cinnamon roll
They all are!
Well, Oscars an old, smelly cinnamon roll.
And Bert's a plain cinnamon roll.
2:44 i remember i follow you're instagram account and dig deeply and i see your foto about blood donation then i decided to cont how many times you're doing a blood donation and i realized you save 21 people that needs there blood to be refilled. DAM you are the real hero in Australia
Edit : 4:49 if i see that bird right in front of me i just be like walk backwards slowly
Thanks Febriana 😃 I've donated 53 times over the years but my iron's too low to donate atm
@@phantomstrider febriana was my last name if you wanna know
Edit: 53 times 3 is 159
Witch mean you save 159 people and that the real hero without super power and gadgets( i mean like Iron Man)
People: *makes fun of how small people are*
Birds: 4:42
I discovered this one show called "Girl Meets World", that's actually a spin-off of "Boy Meets World". It was kind of the "odd one out" on Disney Channel before it was cancelled, because it talks about a lot of mature topics like bullying, atheism, autism and even grudges against family members.
Ooh, I'm an atheist, I have been bullied, I have autism, and I have had some arguments with my own dad. This should be interested.
@@gav1233 dude I have Autism too! Although I'm Christian
Im a big fan of boy meets world but i give girl meets world a try and i see what they do in the show but i think boy meets world did the whole stuff better hell they even tackle underage drinking and a new born sickness where the kid was close to death but i think if girl meets world was on abc it would be different like boy meets world if you get what i mean
I'm pretty sure Disney Channel really hated mature topics. I'm wondering why those Disney sitcoms really sucks nowadays. Even Hannah Montana.
I miss that show, they could have done so much more with it had they continued. I still remember the bullying episode and the chills I got from that ONE scene. God it felt so real!
Sometimes explaining adult topics to children sensibly can definitely work out. Sesame Street perfected this very well.
they should do one about miscarriage with what's going on right now
@@liquidcatt8247 it went PG because they don't kids nowadays ti be exposed to the old school episode of sesame street about our cruel reality that we live in but, they did a episode about autism (Forgive me please and no offense)
*What about the black&white episode from the 70's, where the Wicked Witch of the West from Wizard of Oz terrorised Sesame Street? I still remember watching it as a very young kid, and having nightmares for a good couple of years over it!!* 😵
Good news! The episode has been found! It was lost media for a while
i am really happy that this video exists, because for one, you are one of my favorite youtubers of all time, and when i watch your videos, they just make me smile
and some of your videos make me feel better about myself, because you are really talented and funny
and i wish there was one sesame street episode that explains depression to the audience, because if they could do a loved one in jail, or even death itself, they can teach people about depression, and with true empathy because sesame street is really good at being honest
also it would make me feel so much better about myself, because ever since 2019, i kept on thinking to myself
"why do i exist?"
"why am i even here?"
"why am i not dead yet?"
"why was i born?"
and most of the time i try to explain stuff like this to others, they usually say
"you will be okay" or "don't worry" or they don't listen at all
so i usually bottle up my emotions and feelings while saying
"who cares on what you say, it would always be the same"
and it went to the point of me doing self harm, and to the point where i start to beat myself when i mess up or i make my family upset by yelling at them or disrespecting them
and i also had thoughts of suicide as well, for example
"maybe i should end it now" or "maybe my family is better off without me" so if a episode of sesame street that dealt with depression exists, i would feel so much better and look at life in a different way (and if you read this to the end, than wow i am surprised that you actually read me venting and letting all my feelings out, but thank you for at least reading this. And no, i am not lying just for attention, i am actually letting my feelings flow out of me, so i hope that some people would take this seriously)
To quote someone: "This world is cold and harsh for sure, full of malice beyond all hope, but if you make the decision to struggle, struggle, and struggle some more, there will definitely be light. Meaning the world isn't so dark of a place that one can't snatch a ray of light."
So struggle and reach out until you find a piece of light to protect and is yours. - From a stranger
@@alphax324 thank you.
that actually made me feel better
@@bonfire2023 No problem, the challenge is keeping hope, but if you do, believe me when I say that you'll be able to smile back at it all one day because of all the things you would have missed if you had gave up👍 -Same Stranger
the reason why I love Sesame Street is because it can still have an impact and be enjoyable for older viewers even though it is intended for young children, that's what makes it such a cultural icon
This is exactly what makes School House Rock, Sesame Street, other cartoons on PhantomStrider's list of greatest live-action kids' cartoons like Beekman's World, Babar, Dragon (based on the books from the same man responsible for Captain Underpants) and more.
I stopped being scared of needles when I heard anti-vaxxers are a thing.
Serious.
I only fear needles because I don't like the feeling of the needle in my arm, I'm getting better on staying calm for shots but i still don't like the feeling of the needle in my arm
I just don't like looking at needles. That's what scares me about them.
@@EmpressEveningGlow I know what you mean. I used to be scared to death of getting a shot, especially when I was a kid. I'm not really afraid of them anymore, but, like you, I can't stand the feeling of a needle in my arm (I have to get a blood test every now and then a week before I go to my Primary Care Physician for my regular check-up; I also recently had a flu shot). In fact, I often look away before they insert it into my skin.
Of course, without these shots, I would probably have a lot of unnecessary medical problems. Did you know that gangster Al Capone contracted V.D., but didn't have it treated because of his fear of needles? The result was the disease became worse over the years, and eventually contributed to his death in 1947.
I'm scared of needles because one of my favourite cartoon character was scared of them so now I took it from the cartoon character
Sesame Street shows all of these issues from a kids point a view, and kids watching are able to feel represented and learn how to help their friends going through it. It’s honestly incredible how kids are able to see themselves in these characters and how they feel like friends to them.
I babysit for a lot of families and when the younger kids want to watch Sesame Street all of the other older kids stop what they’re doing to watch it too, I of course do too. Kids just get so immersed in it you can’t pry their eyes away from the screen if you tried, I’m sure the bright colors help but it’s almost like they’re watching themselves on screen playing with these characters and it’s honestly incredible.
How awful is it to see Big Bird, my favorite Muppet, go through such agony like this? I wanna give him a hug.
When I was a kid my mother used to scream at me about how her marital problems were my fault. I wish Seaseme Street would cover the topic of foster care.
Sesame Street has actually just introduced a Muppet that's in foster care. There's a video about it on the Sesame Street in Communities channel if you're interested
U momma need Jesus pal
@@marcusblackwell2372 . She needs jail, death row preferably. Same with paedos, terrorists, rapists & murderers.
@@foreverfuturebound They should do a piece on how to recognise abuse.
They have. Elmo's friend Karly is a foster child. They don't specifically mention why she is in the system but the foster mother character says "Sometimes even parents need help."
I vividly remember the episode when Mr. Hooper died. I was the demographic age at the time and just like many other kids, I watched Sesame Street religiously and will always give it the credit it deserves for shaping so many of us over the last fifty (!) years. Mr. Hooper was beloved by everyone; as the shopkeeper of the store that bears his name even today, he was just as much a friend to us as Big Bird or Cookie Monster. After TH-cam launched, I was so thrilled (for lack of a more appropriate word) to see that piece of pop culture history (and my childhood) after so many years. Viewing it through the eyes of an adult gave me even more a sense of awe at how brilliantly cautious they'd scripted the episode that was by far the "darkest" they'd done to date. It's truly tear-jerking today, mostly for watching Big Bird struggle with the understanding that one of Sesame Street's most iconic characters would no longer be there behind his counter with his charming smile. It was nothing short of masterful and the people behind the scenes (and under/inside the Muppets) will never be paid the dues they truly deserve for how sensitively they handled the scariest subject. We miss you too, Mr. Looper!
Big bird: coughs
Me from 2020: *corona*
"you see...when someone dies that means they arent alive anymore"
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I'm most likely gonna get r/wooshed but hes teaching big bird about death
Billy Byler r/woosh
😂
I don't get it
I'm in my twenties and I will never, ever not love Sesame Street. It is one of the best things on television and would gladly watch it with anyone. Their dedication to teaching children and even parents about some of the most difficult things in life deserves an incredible amount of respect. I personally recommend watching "When Families Grieve" if you're going through a hard death even if you're an adult because the care, love, and wisdom put into this show can touch any generation. You're able to see the effect of Uncle Jack's death not only on Elmo and Cousin Jessie, but also his wife Jill and his brother Louie, and even Elmo's mom (who I can't remember the name of). It's raw and honest, and it is so wonderfully sobering to see that.
Also Strider, I want footage of you being chased by an emu.
This is why I love Sesame Street. They took on so many topics that are often not expressed to children. I am glad they continue to do this.
its amazing how these puppet characters seem more human than we give them credit for
it literally drove me to tears and i actually thank them for that
Grey Bird: *Look at you, your big eyes and your large wings. Your gigantic beak. You are way too big*
Me: Sounds like he's referring to Ridley.
The gray bird is Sakurai XD
Even though I understand what you mean, the thought of Ridley cosplaying as Big Bird gave me quite a chuckle.
@@IdeaBox-dk5vj Someone needs to make a Big Bird colour palette for Ridley.
@@TekkenGirl4Lyfe Does yellow Ridley count?
Hirosei the Cosmic Guy Yellow Ridley is the only one I play
I was about six when that hurricane episode aired. Scared the shit out of me. I remember sitting with my dad and holding my favorite stuffed animal and just being absolutely terrified for the characters.
The thing that these episodes have in common is that they are *important* .
That episode played recently (by recently I mean months ago). I haven't seen it before, so it was surprising to see something like that.
@@DreemyDreemz Really?? That makes me really happy. I get genuinely sad sometimes when I think about old episodes that kids won't get to see because they aired way before their time.
Thanks for letting me know.
@@mistersympa15 Yeah, it was cool to see something old.
You're welcome
Autism and other conditions is just a different ways of learning, I have adhd and I’ve always known that it dosent stop me from doing anything, it just means it’s harder for me to understand things
That moment even Sesame Street is more mature for kids, teens, and adults than Teen Titans GO
I am so glad they introduced a character who is on the autism spectrum. As someone who is on it myself, it warms my heart to know people are treating it not as a disability, illness, or a problem, but as another way of thinking.
This is weird but kind of wish i was a tiny bit on the spectrum.... all the people with autism i personally know are really intelligent and have the best manners and have all those qualities i would love to have, but i dont ....they also score really good marks effortlessly....
Eh, it’s a double edged sword. You get targeted by the popular kids, stress is over the roof, and some teachers treat you like you can’t do anything.
I have autism too
@@jisagay3872 True. It happens to me all the time
Jackson Smith are we not going to ask how did a muppet get HIV?
Man, Jorge’s laugh is actually kind of adorable.
Danae Unrine It’s so adorable it restores my faith in humanity. 😊♥️
Danae Unrine Agreed :)
Gay
"It's not alright, but it will be alright."
This is honestly 2020 in a nutshell.
I feel ashamed at the fact that I actively avoided watching Sesame Street as a kid. Instead I chose to watch Peppa Pig and a bunch of other cheap crap for kids, I’m glad I’m able to appreciate how smart the show is now.
When you make creepy content you almost always include blameitonjorge and I love it
Blameitonjorge and TCR are the kings of creepy cartoon content!
Cornerian Bird02 true that
Quick a letter x letter x x
Damnit I was looking for a y
@@cornerianbird4767 even those 2 work well together (there in each of there tops lists )
Honestly, it makes it less creepy. I mean, watch that creepy kids shows vid they did together & u shall understand
I do remember that Reading Rainbow had an episode addressing parents in jail as well.
I'm really wishing I grew up with Sesame Street as well now lol
I am concerned if that’s the episode which booted Reading Rainbow off the air.
Wow, watching this list, I've realised that I haven't given Sesame Street enough credit. Like... wow, I'm honestly surprised how well they've handled the situations you guys've shown on this list. I don't think even some of the more mature "kids" shows on Cartoon Network, Nickelodeon and Disney have talked about these kinds of things with so much respect.
5:19 yeah, he looks like the blue bird of happiness. Or the dutch big bird (pino)
4:49 - 5:03 "I got chased by an emu last week." Jorge: *scoffs* "Really? I don't know whether that's traumatic or hilarious." Me: *laughing* PhantomStrider: "It was traumatic at the time. Look at those scary pointy beaks." Me: *still laughing* Jorge: *laughing*
@@katelyncarson422 Because there's a my reaction.
I live on an emu farm
@@capybaraqueen4505 Really?
@@heyitzbabygurl4025 yes emu eggs are really tasty
@@heyitzbabygurl4025 so is emu meat
I like watching Blameitonjorge and Phantomstrider together. Strider is light and upbeat and Jorge is dark and brooding
Like Batman and Superman
And Sonic and Shadow the hedgehog
I can’t thank you enough for having captions that aren’t auto-generated. I can’t hear very well so that helps a lot
Big Bird also went to the hospital to get his tonsils out in a 1979 episode of Sesame Street.
"You are way too big!"
Said who? The smash cast and Masahiro Sakarai?
*roast 900*
@@donkeykong6426
Sakurai
Sakarai
Sacarai
Sackarai
*SACK OF RICE*
This doesn't have ANYTHING to do with Sesame Street!
@@durandlewis1382 but the coincidence is pretty uncanny
And some racist ostrich. :)
3:45
This episode is about bullying...
And letter scams
Yeah! "Good Birds Club?" LIES!
True. Why did they invite Big Bird if they were gonna just shun him?
@Taj James ooh. That's too bad. That sounds like a whole new level of clickbait.
Kyle Morello well they didn’t know what he looked like when they sent the letter saying big bird could join the club.
@@oliviamann556 good point.
Wait, shouldn't Big Bird be going to a vet and not a human doctor?...
Realistically yes but the goal of the episode was to show human children hospitals are there to help them when they are sick or hurt.
It’s nice to see real-life issues discussed in a realistic, meaningful way for children.
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My TH-cam recommended: top 6 darkest Sesame Street episodes