Top 10 Times Beavis and Butt Head Said What We Were All Thinking

#10: Frozen Yogurt Disappointment

“Yogurt’s Cool”

During the 80s and 90s, frozen yogurt, or “froyo,” took off in a big way. Touted as a healthier alternative to ice cream, yogurt shops were basically everywhere. While perfectly fine in its own right, it doesn’t hold a candle to what it’s trying to replicate. After being swayed by a suggestive commercial, Beavis and Butt-Head are convinced to try frozen yogurt for themselves. Needless to say, they’re not impressed. And even the store manager is clearly aware of his product’s deficiencies. After not getting a refund, they find other ways to use the frozen yogurt they purchased, much to the dismay of the rest of the mall.

#9: Politics as Usual

“Politically Correct”

For as long as there are elections, there will always be people running to serve their own interests and with no coherent platform. As such, this episode, which first aired over 30 years ago, feels as relevant as ever, if not more so. After Mr. Van Driessen suggests they run for class treasurer, Beavis and Butt-Head are enticed by what they see as potential financial gains. And when it comes time to take questions and present their vision, they show just how unqualified they are. Running as a pair, they manage to secure only a single vote, cast by Butt-Head. If we’re being honest, we probably wouldn’t be able to resist voting for Beavis and Butt-Head ourselves.

#8: Dealing with Customers

“Customers Suck” & “Tainted Meat”

It’s pretty amazing that Beavis and Butt-Head were even hired to work at Burger World, let alone hold onto their jobs. Still, while we don’t condone their unprofessionalism, anyone who’s ever worked in the service industry can understand their frustration at having to deal with the various customers. In the first episode, Principal McVicker obnoxiously screams his extended, specialized order at the drive-thru, prompting Butt-Head to interrupt him. Then, another customer has specific questions regarding shakes that the duo are ill-equipped to answer. In the second episode, another customer’s large order prompts this immortal response from Butt-Head. The duo might not be all that polite or professional. But in all fairness, neither are their customers.

#7: The Problems of No Child Left Behind

“School Test”

The No Child Left Behind Act was a 2002 Act of Congress that tied school funding to state-created assessments. This meant a significant increase in standardized testing as a means of tracking academic performance. This emphasis on "teaching to the test" has been widely criticized for its effects on education. These flaws are made apparent in this episode from the show’s first comeback season in 2011. Beavis and Butt-Head are given a tutoring crash course to help secure funding for Highland High. Then once the test comes, they don’t get very far. Hey, some just don’t test well.

#6: Releasing Anger

“Close Encounters”

There’s long been the misguided notion that negative feelings like anger can be calmed through physical aggression towards inanimate objects, such as punching a pillow. However, research has found that this actually just reinforces the unwanted emotions. “Beavis and Butt-Head” creator Mike Judge seems well aware of this reality. In this episode, the duo are made to join a group therapy session. Beavis is given a bat and a pillow and told to release his anger towards Butt-Head. He follows the instructions, but not in the way the group leader intended. But if he actually knew what he was talking about, he wouldn’t have employed this exercise in the first place.

#5: Hot Enough for You?

“Beavis and Butt-Head Do America” (1996)

A warm, sunny day can be a lovely experience. However, there’s a major difference between that and feeling the sun’s rays mercilessly bearing down on you. During the duo's first big-screen outing, they find themselves lost in the desert and miserable due to the intensity of the heat. Right before collapsing, Butt-Head makes this very astute observation on the big, bright star in the sky. While we overall appreciate the sun for its role in keeping life on Earth going, we have to agree with Beavis and Butt-Head that it can, at times, be a bit much.

#4: The Fraudulence of Psychics

“Madame Blavatsky”

The only amazing thing about so-called “psychics” is how they’ve managed to convince so many people of their supposed abilities. A popular technique is to use "cold reading," in which they make broad inferences to appear credible. Unsurprisingly, this works remarkably well on Beavis and Butt-Head, who are easily suckered in by Madame Blavatsky’s con. Granted, you don’t have to be completely inept to be swayed by someone who knows how to flatter you. And this episode serves as a crucial reminder that anyone claiming supernatural abilities is more likely preoccupied with making your money disappear.

#3: Observational Comedy

“Comedians”

If there’s one way to describe Beavis and Butt-Head, it’s “easily amused”. However, their attempts at making other people laugh don’t exactly pan out. Seeing how much money is in stand-up comedy in the 90s, B&B go to an open mic, where they both bomb. By the time Beavis stops laughing and actually starts his act, only Butt-Head is in the audience. But to his credit, he does open with a very universal question. Indeed, why does so much stuff suck? With a little training and less of a tendency to set things on fire, Beavis could become a comedy rock star.

#2: Finding Things to Do

“Killing Time”

If you don’t know what life was like before the internet and smartphones, then you truly don’t know what it’s like to be bored. Trying to fill in two hours between their TV time proves to be an arduous task for Beavis and Butt-Head, as it requires them to do the dreaded act of “thinking.” The activities they come up with include standing up, watching the electric meter on the side of their house, attempting to vomit, and throwing trash cans at each other. They even briefly resort to talking to nerdy schoolmate Stewart. They make it through the two hours, but only just barely. Everyone, no matter how smart they are, knows the feeling of being bored out of their absolute skull.

#1: The Ignorance of Others

“Beavis and Butt-Head Do America” (1996)

Spend enough time in this world, and you’ll soon realize that many people are completely delusional about their own level of intellect. Even if someone is aware that they’re not a genius, chances are they still think they’re at least a little bit smarter than the average person. After being shown to their hotel room, the pair immediately struggle to remove a television remote from its mount. The manager tries to assist but is rebuffed for his futile efforts. After he leaves, Butt-Head sums things up quite succinctly. You said it, Butt-Head. You said it.

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