Top 20 Times Nickelodeon Shows Tackled Serious Issues

[@MsMojo]

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[@eugeniapatroncosta920]

Spongebob Squarepants, the Penguins of Madagascar, TUFF PUPPY and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. But my new favourites are Danny Phantom and Jimmy Neutron. Speaking of them, when did you make: -Top 10 best Danny Phantom episodes? -Top 10 best Danny and Sam moments in Danny Phantom? -Top 10 best Jimmy Neutron episodes? -Top 10 best Jimmy and CIndy moments? .Top 10 best Sheen and Libby moments?

[@signergirl1]

I loved spongbob and rugrats and fairly odd parents

[@noahkeltesch1406]

I grow up with spongebob and blue clues

[@joannabevan5456]

I think War happens cuz some countries don't trust each other enough. Maybe if they did, there would be more peace.

[@jcj268]

Blues Clues

[@fro-zone2k]

You know it's sad when kid shows did better jobs tackling serious issues than regular shows do.

[@fro-zone2k]

@@alessandroortiz379 No not Regular Show, I'm talking about more mature show.

[@iamcat1797]

How is it sad?

[@fro-zone2k]

@@iamcat1797 It's seem when kids show does serious issues they actually do research before writing the script, most mature show tend to use it as a joke especially Family Guy.

[@thedorkknight9684]

if i had to guess... Adult shows always feel the need to be all "dark, grim, edgy" to justify their demographic. any sensitive subjects that get approached are made a mockery of or approached from all the invasive, darkest angles, because society has conditioned writers into thinking mature topics automatically have to check all the boxes of what "adult" media is "supposed" to be. Kid shows actually have the advantage, in a way. children view the world through softer eyes. they're open to more morose subjects, but it can't be forced. it needs to connect with them. and that's why kids shows seem to handle subjects better. Adult media feels the need to be extreme and in your face, while kids media will approach the subject on a softer, subtle, personal level.

[@theartoonnerdologist411]

@@alessandroortiz379 regular show is more for teens and young adults then for kids

[@DanGamingFan2406]

The entirety of _Avatar: The Last Airbender_ to place during a world war. It depicted the aftermath of genocide in it's *third* ever episode. And everything else that came with war and tyrannical rulership eventually followed. It's hard to believe that I didn't pick up on any of it as a kid. And now, I'm amazed, but glad the show existed at all.

[@jordandutra9029]

I definitely agree. Plus it’s my favorite TV show.

[@waikeonglim7703]

Exactly why Avatar is the best Nick show ever

[@jessaminedavis1526]

Hence why, it will always be my favourite nickelodeon show ever

[@konahrikb1578]

It's crazy when think back to how you were a kid and you didn't really know the context around what was going on. Like how many 8 year-olds understand the meaning behind concepts like genocide and dictatorships? And now that we're all grown up and we've learned about real life history, we realize just how bad everything was, and we can better immerse ourselves in the story. Like seeing your mentor/father figure's skeleton surrounded by the bones of at least a dozen invaders? Fighting a dictator who wants to burn down an entire continent? It's like if a group of teenagers were fighting WW2 and planning to take down the Japanese Emperor. Also, now that we know more about ecology, Ozai trying to burn down an entire continent probably would've led to a massive ecological disaster and possibly the extinction of the human race on this world. The ash kicked up would've probably blocked out the sun, destroying crop production and probably lowering global temperatures, leading to famines and resource wars among the survivors.

[@speedracer2008]

There’s no way a kids show would get away with that today

[@pepito2847]

It was bittersweet that Timmy fell into the same trap his parents did in allowing an abusive babysitter to look after his kids Good thing for Cosmo and Wanda It was brilliant for them to have Timmy’s kids share traits of both Trixie and Tootie to keep who ends up with Timmy a mystery

[@957kakashi]

It wasn’t a mystery…you could see things or hear them that confirmed it was Tootie, and the daughter with the glasses and everything looks like her, just with Timmy’s hair color. Then the boy is him but with her hair color. But ya there were tell tale signs or even adult Timmy saying her name I feel, to confirm tootie. The creator also commented on it somewhere that it was meant to be her. In every case, Timmy eventually realizes she loves him a lot and that he should be with her..

[@jcj268]

They should’ve ended the series there

[@Slenderslayer351]

​@@jcj268 Agreed...

[@lordybelance3410]

Yeah. How sad.

[@stephenking5852]

All adults in The Fairly Odd Parents are idiots. Some more than others.

[@vulpixfairy1985]

I always tear up whenever the episode showing Chuckie’s mum airs. It’s so heartbreaking yet I’m thankful for airing it.

[@Rosewolf29]

Kora's PTSD hit home harder than I expected, especially because I know someone who suffers from PTSD and their constant struggles. War, torture, assault, there's a lot of things that lead to problems, and it takes years if ever to be free from the trauma.

[@amandaredd3057]

Oh man, that episode always gets me right in the gut. When Chuckie says his mom's in the flowers... 😥

[@Justlov4]

Hey Arnold, Rugrats, and As Told by Ginger were my childhood. I always felt comfort in them because they dealt with feelings I encountered or to help me prepare for the future. They were "kids" shows but exactly what I needed. I wish they made more shows like that.

[@Omar-wq9dz]

Shows like Hey Arnold and Rugrats dealt with more serious issues, while working around still being shows aimed at kids

[@theupliftchannel]

I absolutely loved As Told By Ginger. I wish they would release the entire series.

[@abellewis3062]

That show was boring to me.

[@salinasn3]

Same. I love for this show so wise

[@DragonKazooie89]

It's all on Paramount+!

[@scz798]

On paramount or prime. It was such a great show.

[@wonkotheclown]

After seeing Steve leave Blues clues I cried but it’s understandable why he left but his legacy will live on forever

[@ashleyblack4993]

I remember Steve from Blues Clues!!! He got me through my childhood abuse! I hear people now, I'm 32 say he is a pedo and that's why he left the show. And I freak out on them and tell them to "do their research!! Because that's not true at all!" When I saw Steve come back and say he never forgot about us! I cries as an adult because he really got me through alot as a child!!

[@TheCommenterDragon]

These particular episodes are some of the things that made these shows so great, Tackling serious issues are when shows start to get real.

[@ConnorMiller417]

I miss the old days where kids shows were not afraid to talk about serious issues. Nowadays, everybody is afraid of being “woke.” This is really stupid! As a kid, Blue’s Clues was king in my childhood and I remember when Steve left, it broke my heart. But it taught me a valuable lesson that going to school is very important as well as having to learning to handle change. That show taught me and many kids the skills needed for adulthood.

[@Anime_theatre_lover]

I didn’t see that episode when I watched blue‘s clues sadly. Even as a 2008 kid I was a huge fan of that show

[@CidZero]

Steve leaving was the saddest episode. I'm so glad he was back though much later during cameos in blue's clues.

[@fro-zone2k]

Channel Chasers was supposed to be the series finale but Butch Hartman had other ideas.

[@leonardolim8976]

I grew up with SpongeBob and trust me they are no short from serious issues.

[@aadenandfriends5869]

The older episodes at least

[@leonardolim8976]

@@aadenandfriends5869 new seasons are alright and good here and there. Just not Steven hillenburgh good

[@grahamdamberger7130]

Bold for Sam's mom to admit that her partying days were over and that she needed to be a responsible parent for him. Something that many mothers today unfortunately don't want to admit, and they can't see the damage that their choices inflict on their own children as a result of that.

[@AutisticBearLover]

As a grown woman who’s mother did this, it’s very hard to see. But, it’s bittersweet in my eyes. She might not have been there for the childhood, but for the adulthood? Every step of the way.

[@SammiePopCulture]

Whoa that #2 pick with Magic Johnson and the kids is a major tear-jerker 😢

[@lynnevetter]

Seriously.. crying now.

[@CherryDarling2517]

Same. Like I’ve seen most of the things on this list and it’s pretty sad, but nothing gut punching? But that little girl…damn it hit me really hard.

[@neilhannan7525]

You know Avatar is going to be this list

[@jordandutra9029]

Obviously.

[@darthvigilante]

It is annoying that Fungus Amongus is still banned from airing due to Covid, despite other previous banned episodes still airing today, especially Kwarantined Krab which was just as responsible for those terminations.

[@amandaredd3057]

I LOVE Loud House. They incorporate same sex couples in a more natural way than many live action shows do. The love letter episode is maybe my favorite episode

[@suzannemenuet947]

Same! I love how inclusive the show is. Not only with LGBTQIA+ issues, but there is a kid in a wheelchair who everyone just accepts.

[@summerjonz]

I still Think Ren and Stimpy were the first gay couple

[@JZJ7777]

Right? I love that show too, and that’s one of the reasons I love it!

[@chingizzhylkybayev8575]

Absolutely love your number 1 pick. It's also the perfect way to put it: just... war. War is what the avatar storylines deal with, and deal with masterfully.

[@chasehedges6775]

SpongeBob SquarePants and Avatar were and still are the best, in my opinion

[@Omar-wq9dz]

SpongeBob was really good, but after the first movie, it began declining in quality

[@jordandutra9029]

I definitely agree. Plus I love Avatar the last airbender more than SpongeBob.

[@Curious-z8h]

SpongeBob at one point fell from grace.

[@Anime_theatre_lover]

As someone who grew up with the loud house, I absolutely love Luna and Sam. They are such a cute couple

[@kacmac2340]

Ok, but I'm not sure, that LGBTQ+ can appear in PG cartoons.

[@codeblack423]

The show is not even 10 years old yet if you were a kid when it premiered you are still a kid now I doubt you are 25 yet

[@olvialee7221]

War isn’t just the main focus on Avatar: The Last AirBender but also child abuse. War is heavy on Aang’s shoulders but for Zuko, he’s been burned and banished by his own father

[@dravenhuffman]

I grew up on SpongeBob, fairly odd parents, jimmy neutron, breadwinners, and back at the barnyard

[@VortexHex76]

Damn I cried so much After Steve Burns Left I vividly remember tht episode at Prek but Donovan Patton was pretty awesome too plus he is also a cutey

[@fi_gabor7851]

I grew up watching rug rats in the 90s. My mother had sickle cell anemia and was in the hospital a lot. I learned how to process death partially from Chuckie’s mom death. I never knew when my mom would die. She died when I was 19. I’m glad they did the episode.

[@Buggy-su4oy]

It is nice that Steve is still a part of Blues Clues.

[@bennymora3086]

These shows did it so well that it makes us understand about the real world. At least not in a bad way.😌👍🏼

[@chingizzhylkybayev8575]

I love how you included Korra's PTSD. I am not a fan of the series in general, but I must admit that the way they pictured PTSD was really well executed. I have to say thouhh, i disagree with the statement that she waa only dealing with it in the forst episode of season 4; I'd say it's more like the first several episodes of season 4 at least.

[@marcusyates3044]

Top 10 Danny Phantom Episodes Top 10 Jimmy Neutron Episodes Top 10 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Episodes (2012)!

[@christianparrish3292]

Yes, yes, and obviously.

[@clavisolemgbe4124]

I grew up watching SpongeBob Squarepant, fairy odd parents, Jimmy Neutron, True Jackson VP, full house and so many more ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤.

[@logankerr8090]

still cried when Steve left. but happy that he came back&joined the other 2 hosts for the movie!

[@logankerr8090]

niece&nephew are into the new Blues Clues, but i got them hooked on the original

[@kathrynhill5796]

If only Nickelodeon would create an episode of children coping with the idea of parents being locked away in jail and how hard jail time can be when keeping the parent and the child apart. I mean Sesame Street tackled with that serious issue when two characters had their parents locked away in jail.

[@MrMECHGaming1]

Congratulations 💐 for 5M Subscribers.

[@rogergreenberg1205]

Top 20 times Disney Channel Shows tackled serious issues

[@dtvfan24]

8:32 is a great life lesson, Love anyone no matter what. So great to see Nickoldon nicktoons show real regular LGBT couples

[@redalert923]

Gravity falls amphibia and the owl house and shera and princess of power : are we a joke to you?

[@Lizzie-ve7kt]

Rugrats handling of Chuckie and his mom still gets me, I remember crying my eyes out at the movie theater when Rugrats in Paris came out and they have the mother and child dance at the beginning of the movie and Chuckie’s all by himself with no one to dance with him. Dang kids shows used to be so amazing.

[@chingizzhylkybayev8575]

I love how you framed the Sponge Bob episode as a foreshadowing as if the covid pandemic is the first pandemic in history

[@waittillfamewtf2385]

Lose Control ⚡ "The Thundermans" (2013-2018)

[@DinosaurDude53747]

The Loud House Movie on Netflix: serious issue (bored deeply into or not as if it was by a drill): the desire to be special and feeling overshadowed.

[@geraldineclarke5434]

I had the great joy of producing Rugrats for the first 3 seasons. I 'd left the industry after 5 years at Marvel's animation studio producing crap. It was so wonderful to come back to animation to a show that celebrated humanity. The writing staff (Germaine, Gaffney et al. - read the credits!) was outstanding. BTW, I got the most letters for the potty-training episode where so many parents were SO grateful to watch it with their kids during that difficult time of parenthood.

[@AutisticBearLover]

Not going to even lie, seeing and hearing Steve again after all of these years has me sobbing so hard I needed to pause the video. I really had no idea how much of an effect this show had on me until now, and I will forever love Steve. Thank you so much Steve, for giving me a good childhood the best you ever could💙

[@brodiger]

I feel really sad hearing those stories about the issues of the shows Nickelodeon puts on especially with the quarantine one with SpongeBob having that green lic on him I watch that episode a lot and I know the feeling being trapped in quarantine when this Covid hit in 2020 that was a really rough year for everyone including me Losing a parent is pretty sad too especially when you’re close to them I’ve had friends and my ex boyfriends who lost their mothers that died which is sad my boyfriend that I’m currently dating, lost his brother and died and the disability issue too. I have one and I know the feeling Nickelodeon understands how people that watch their shows go through these issues, and, they know what it’s like to go through all that. It’s pretty sad.😢

[@samuelcollantes1175]

This channel was my childhood, thanks Ms Mojo and a happy friday to you as well. Take care and see you soon for more, God bless you and greetings from Colombia.

[@Laramaria2]

Avatar is very deep. I love it with all my heart ❤

[@MiggieSmalls91]

I hate helga’s parents. Especially the dad. Helga needs a hug 😢

[@olvialee7221]

Loss of a parent. My cousins, Fancy, Malinda and EJ just lost their father. Also my uncle, it’s been hard. I can’t help myself, I could use comfort

[@westerfrost3701]

I’m sorry for your loss.

[@olvialee7221]

@@westerfrost3701 Thanks

[@SmoothCriminal69]

Spongebob: predicts a pandemic in 2014 The Simpsons: *THAT'S MY JOB!*

[@jazialamore]

The Legend of Korra and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2012 is the childhood show I grew up with

[@CartoonPhreak]

The Loud House had some positive values including keeping the earth clean, saving money, standing up to bullies (with the exception of Ronnie Anne) and going on vacation

[@glennaantenucci8588]

Lydia here, I just want to say: since “Are You Afraid of the Dark” tackled young death and letting go of things or people, I wonder if other dark kid shows tackled serious issues like that show did. I think a “Goosebumps” episode tackled the same issue and maybe some other serious issues too.

[@SolCresta3405]

The Legend of Korra has terrorism as one of its main themes.

[@jasminejohnston6393]

Who’s a better Blue’s Clues host, Steve, Joe, Kevin or Josh?

[@ConnorMiller417]

Steve! Easily!

[@awesomegirl5190]

Steve

[@scorbunnystaralicia5589]

3:36 ....the early 2000's kid in me is crying again 😢

[@olvialee7221]

I loved The Fairly Oddparents as a kid

[@cagedtigersteve]

I want to be a kid again so I can watch these shows.

[@TramiNguyen-oi3kp]

I love these Nickelodeon moments!

[@olvialee7221]

I started watching The Loud House this year. I find it sweet, I find nothing wrong it. Clyde has two great dads

[@colinm4055]

If you enjoy that show, I highly recommend Harvey Beaks. It was created by the same person who created Chowder and also deals with serious issues such as racism and death.

[@marcusyates3044]

Top 10 Superheroes Made by Nickelodeon!

[@jasminejohnston6393]

Really Really Big Man, Powdered Toast Man and The Crimson Chin are the only three I can think of

[@sensarmy]

Kid danger is number one

[@Trist233]

​@@jasminejohnston6393 Don't forget Barnacle Boy and Mermaid Man

[@zachtheowlhousefanhall973]

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[@Mary_the_therian]

FRIG JOE WE NEED STEVE!!!! (sorry Joe....)

[@ImTheMrPainter]

Considering the fact of the sick fandom that The Loud House has, I'm glad that MsMojo gives the show a chance to shine here.

[@invadertifxiii]

i just finished avatar the last airbender so i can appreciate this as number 1. one other topic u see in season 3 is children of war. the children of the fire nation dont understand where these thing are coming from and how it happens

[@amandaredd3057]

A hop scotch scholarship 😂

[@Showtunediva]

11:08 Which episode was this? I do not remember it all.

[@amandaredd3057]

I was a fan of Clarissa as a kid

[@MINGIRL1979]

I knew from the time I was a toddler that I was adopted! My parents were upfront with it from the start so it wouldn't be this huge surprise one day after they were no longer with me because I found the long hidden adoption decree in the bank's safe deposit box! In fact my Mom said I would go around as a toddler saying, "I'm abopted!" not really understanding the meaning until I was much older! My Grandma would always introduce me in this way, "This is our granddaughter Kristi! She's our special little adopted one!"

[@houseofskydartvanvixen4490]

10:46 12:06 13:20 19:40

[@JaceyChristian]

I have a suggestion. How about for the top 10 moments in "The Owl House" per season. there are so many memorable, funny, gut-punching, action-packed, I could go on. And with the series having ended almost two weeks ago, I would love to see what you guys comprise of form the gem of a series.

[@kellyl13]

It's a shame I didn't watch Rocket Power (I was 13-18 years old when it aired). Even though I was no athlete even before I was in a wheelchair, it would've been nice to see that episode. I wasn't even aware of adapted sports until college.

[@trentonhamilton645]

1, 4, & 5 Still by far my favorite shows ever produced by Nickelodeon. 👍👍👍

[@Rymar101]

I honestly think the Rugrats topic of loss of a parent should be number 1. I really felt for Chuckie since he never knew his mom and he must have been really hurting inside. But what if it could be this way? Idk if they talked about it in "All Grown Up" but lets say Chuckie was helping someone who was going through the loss of a parent or someone close to them. They'll tell him "You were just a baby when your mom died Chuckie". Chuckie should reply "Yeah but my dad wasn't. He kept his grief bottled up for years. He froze in time. He almost froze me in time too. Then finally he let it all out. Started talking about my mom. Moved on. And now I think I can finally say that he's ok". Grief hurts but it has to. It's like when you fall off your bike and hurt yourself breaking a bone wondering if you'll never be able to do something you love again, but you're taken to the hospital so your bone can heal in a cast and now its something you can talk about. Grief is the same. You have to deal with it so it can pass and then you're stronger. And I think Chuckie is even stronger now.

[@BraeMartin-sw6xk]

I'm working on going to college this fall, and I think I'm sharing the same anxiety Steve must have when he was starting to go.

[@tamimarahman948]

The whole Johnny and donna situation totally reflects the twist in The Sixth Sense

[@theacousticdolphin4891]

Watching Steve leave still makes me feel like crying to this day

[@caylacappel7368]

The Blues Clues one made me cry when I was 4 and it still makes me cry now.

[@JoeKellogg-n5m]

This is always take back the memories.

[@olvialee7221]

I used to watch Blue’s Clues as a kid but I didn’t see this episode

[@eversontruman3234]

I grew up watching all I these Nickelodeon shows and love all for what there showing and learning u here

[@crimsonmoonrise9785]

I think there should be episodes regarding a child's dream in a way you wouldn't expect. Hear me out,a child's has a dream career singer,artist,athlete,etc. But no matter how much hope or practice(or denial) they don't get any better. The episode will show parents how to guide kids through disappointment and that some things can't happen even with positivity.

[@masonplacher7096]

There’s also Down syndrome awareness in The Loud House.

[@KittyMcFlame]

I wish autism was represented in the loud house

[@masonplacher7096]

@@KittyMcFlame at least it’s being represented in Sesame Street and The Ghost and Molly McGee.

[@KittyMcFlame]

@@masonplacher7096 maybe, but I dint watch Sesame Street or the ghost and Molly McGee, I just wish it was also in my favorite Lego show Ninjago

[@leemorrell]

Oh, yeah, that's right, Ronnie-Anne's cousin, CJ!

[@glitterboxx19]

Wild grinders ( old nicktoons show ) had episodes that handled serious issues, the biggest sellout episode showed the harsh reality of artists making their artwork public

[@AlexPerrine]

26:34 that guy sounds like Burble from Danger Rangers

[@alanbarrett7240]

How come TMNT 2012 is not on this list?

[@grahamdamberger7130]

There's a reason why the final season of LOK was called Balance.

[@ExtremeMadnessX]

Korra finds balance in herself and in the world. Balance between tradition and progression. Between spirituality and science. Between bending and technology. Her relationship with Asami symbolizes and represents all that. That's what show was all about, and I loved it for that.

[@KittyMcFlame]

I wish nickelodeon would tackle another serious issue that includes about autism

[@zubaydahtalukdar8088]

As much as I liked the one with the Fairly Oddparents, I find it kind of messed up that Timmy actually allowed that Vicky robot to babysit his kids like… Come on man, aren’t you gonna avoid the same mistake with your kids that your parents did with you! 🤦‍♀️😆😂

[@GeorgieB1965]

Hey Arnold! was the darkest cartoon out there in the Nickelodeon universe. Narcissism, alcoholism, golden child syndrome, lost/dead parents to name just a few.

[@kayy9266]

aw man the little girl crying because people didn't think she was normal broke me

[@olvialee7221]

I can relate to having divorced parents. I live with my mom and I would spend weekends with my dad. I love my parents

[@isaacjohnson3384]

All of these shows tackled such tough topics way ahead of the current time

[@chrisholloway5460]

You know, when I was young I always thought Nick News was an annoying show that signaled the end of the weekend. Now I see it for what it was and would love nothing more than for it to come back on the air, especially in this crazy world.

[@robertoldcorn5331]

I’d say the ick episode of SpongeBob for the time was the closest thing it’d get to more so discussing the hiv/aids crisis. Because while the disease in SpongeBob was spreading through basic bodily contact. With HIV it was widely believed that even skin contact was enough to infect you and then princess Diana proved that wasn’t true. And I think the way they treated SpongeBob rather unfairly is similar to how many people with HIV were and still are viewed as just their afflictions and nothing more. Because in the early 2000s when that episode aired it was still a messy subject despite medical care being more advanced that it was in the 80s and 90s. It still wasn’t as generally accepted as it is today and even today HIV infected people still live in fear of the disease progressing to AIDs or having complications due to HIV or live thinking their life is over socially because they feel untouchable are viewed only as a sick person who’s gonna spread disease weather they want to or not. But it’s nowhere near as stigmatised as it was 30/40 years ago and with proper treatment the likelihood of those affected passing on the disease is very low

[@robertahenley4115]

I think it’s definitely the episode where Chucky lost his mom. Because it makes me miss my mom who passed away in 2016.

[@TheArcaneLesbian]

My parents are divorced so seeing this makes me feel better

[@sammylane21]

Also, since CatDog are conjoined, why didn't that chocolate roid drink affect Cat too??

[@KidDangerthepony]

Kid Danger: *wearing his big trucker pup outfit and pins his ears down* the nick jr show that holds a special place in my heart is blue's clues "Steve leaves for college"

[@cassandraspoelhof3752]

#14- We need more episodes about Luna and Sam. There hasn’t been any episodes involving them since “The Loud Cloud”.