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(Spoofing Mr. Rogers) It's a beautiful day in the neigborhood... oh damn. Someone stole my sneakers. We're gonna do some wonderful things today, boys and girls, but first, you mind if I take some more medication? It helps the day go a little bit slower. There we go. Now we're gonna do some wonderful experiments you can do around the house... Let's put Mr. Hamster in the microwave, okay? (Pause) He knows where he's going. (makes beep sound) pop goes the weasle. That's severe radiation. Can you say severe radiation? Oh, look you got a little balloon, now.

Robin Williams#65

HumorSafetyDangerChildrenDark humorParody

About this quote

What does it mean?
The speaker parodies a children's show host but introduces dark and dangerous activities.
In plain terms
A nice kids show turns dangerous with microwaves and radiation jokes.
What can you take from it?
Twisting familiar formats highlights the danger of ignoring safety.

Where it applies

  • satirical comedy
  • media parody
  • safety warnings

Putting it to work

  • use parody to warn about dangers
  • critique children's media

Questions to consider

  • Why parody a safe show with danger?
  • What message does this send?

Another view

The humor could be misinterpreted as encouraging dangerous acts.

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