Not everything from the past deserves a nostalgic comeback, especially when it comes to safety. Many old products were once considered normal, but today they would be banned in a heartbeat for how risky they really were.
Growing up, we all accepted certain school routines as completely normal, even if they now seem a bit questionable. It is only when we look back with adult eyes that we realize how strange and often unnecessary some of these practices really were.
Growing up, television was supposed to be fun and comforting, but sometimes it left us more spooked than entertained. Some scenes, characters, or commercials were so unsettling that they still live rent-free in our minds.
Cartoons were supposed to be lighthearted, silly, and safe for kids, but sometimes characters ended up being seriously unsettling. Whether through strange behavior, off-putting designs, or eerie voices, some animated figures left a lasting chill instead of a laugh.
Back then, we didn’t think twice about the party games we played at birthday gatherings, sleepovers, or school events. Looking back now, some of them were more than a little questionable.
These 16 defining internet moments helped shape how we connect, consume, and communicate in the modern world.