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5 Parenting Lessons We Accidentally Learned from The Simpsons

September 17, 2025 by CuteMonster Staff

Let’s be honest: when The Simpsons first hit our TVs back in 1989, no one thought it would double as a parenting handbook. Yet here we are, decades later, and Springfield’s most dysfunctional-yet-lovable family continues to sneak in real-life lessons for moms and dads everywhere. Sometimes the wisdom comes wrapped in Marge’s patience, other times it’s buried under Homer’s epic “D’oh!” Either way, parents can learn a thing or two (or five).

Snoop Dogg and a piano playing Alien

June 24, 2024July 12, 2021 by CuteMonster Staff

Snoop Dogg and a piano playing Alien Xenomorph are not exactly one’s first idea when it comes to the world of animatronics. Yet Danny Huynh Creations has embarked on producing what we didn’t know we needed. Indeed, Danny Huynh Creations has been creating mind boggling animatronics and R/C vehicles for years. His YouTube channel holds a special appeal to those interested in robotics, radio-controlled vehicles, music and more.

Fun Videos from around the Web – Huck the Roof Dog and Toddler Dance Moves

May 25, 2017May 15, 2017 by CuteMonster Staff

When it comes to web videos, you can’t beat kids and pets. Arguably, most people will stop what they’re doing to watch the funny shenanigans of little people and beloved furry friends. Quite frankly, it may be the gold standard for videos that go viral. Laughter really is the best medicine.

Fun Videos from around the Web – Little Girl Meets Robot, Man creates Iron Man Suit

April 1, 2017 by CuteMonster Staff

Kids love the idea of having a robot friend. And comic book nerds love technological wonders. The 21st century has transformed the world into what was once thought to be only science fiction. As we approach the year 2020, one can only imagine what the future holds.

New PAX East Trailer released for TRANSFORMERS: Forged to Fight

March 14, 2017 by CuteMonster Staff

Transformers fans rejoice. A new trailer has just been released at PAX East for the upcoming 3D action-fighting game for mobile. Handheld games have come a long way since the nascent days of the Nintendo Gameboy. Most smartphones and tablets are arguably comparable in graphics prowess to game consoles. The 21st century is turning out to be not too shabby!

Fun Videos from Around the Web – King Kong and the Batmobile

March 8, 2017 by Vincent Daly

There’s always something happening in NYC including visits from King Kong and Batman’s new Justice League version of the Batmobile. The big gorilla has captivated audiences since gracing the big silver screen in 1933. So too the Dark Knight appearing for the very first time in Detective Comics #27 in May 1939. American Pop Culture always seems to find entertaining ways to connect us with these enduring icons.

Fun videos from around the Web – Mark Hamill Dubbed Trump Tweet as the Joker

January 8, 2017 by CuteMonster Staff

In a strange blurring of the lines between Star Wars, DC animation, and President-Elect Donald Trump, our latest fun web video pick, albeit technically web audio only, features Mark Hamill reading a 2017 New Year’s Donald Trump Tweet as the Joker. As most of you know, Mr. Hamill’s best known for being Luke Skywalker. But he’s also revered as the voice of Batman’s arch nemesis, the Joker, in DC animation and video games for the past 25 years. As you’ll soon hear, his vocal rendition of Trump’s tweet couldn’t be a more terrifying yet fitting version of the clown prince of crime.

Fun Videos from around the Web: Matt Damon, Ben Affleck and Tom Brady

October 5, 2016 by CuteMonster Staff

Promotional campaigns from charities have a tough sell. They’re tapping into your better nature to hand over your hard-earned cash for the greater good. Normally, that wouldn’t be such a bad thing. Yet when the average individual gets inundated by appeals for donations by numerous organizations on a daily basis, the pressure can be overwhelming. Quite frankly, it can even becoming downright irritating. So how does a charity with a worthwhile cause break through to the desensitized masses? Perhaps teaming up celebrities and sports stars to make a donation pitch using humor in a web video.

New Action Figures from DC Collectibles including Batman: The Animated Series

September 27, 2016 by CuteMonster Staff

Years ago, kids didn’t have the option to play video games. Instead, they played with super hero action figures and let their imaginations run wild. In the present, these action figures have evolved more into collectibles – a way for older fans to express appreciation for the genre as works of art. Recognizing a financially lucrative trend, Marvel, DC and others have annually produced action figures reflecting fan favorites from comic books, television, and film. This year’s Fall and Winter DC Collectibles line up taps into Batman: The Animated Series and DC Icons.