“Next Week on AMC’s Mad Men.” Just hearing those words at the end of a Mad Men episode is enough to make viewers that want to remain spoiler-free reach for the remote. Unfortunately, most people can’t help but watch the confusing teaser that usually follows for the slightest hint of the following episode’s content. These teasers, it seems, are designed to rope us in and leave more questions than answers. That leaves them wide open to parody, and and FOX’s Animation Domination YouTube channel took note. They created a Mad Men inspired super-cut of The Simpsons that couldn’t be more vague if it tried. The seventh and final season of Mad Men premiers Sunday April 13. BONUS: Peggy Olson’s Guide to Leaning In Peggy Olson’s Tips For Leaning In 1. Be direct about your goals. Image: Tumblr iluvgifs 2. Celebrate your victories. Image: Tumblr fineleathergifs 3. Ignore the gossip. Image: Tumblr crushabledotcom 4. Fantasize about your future. Image: Tumblr dudeinpublishing 5. Realize you don’t have to please everyone. Image: Tumblr quatre1six 6. But remember that you still need friends. Image: Tumblr fyeahmm 7. Find support and inspiration from other like-minded ladies. Image: Tumblr centpourcentmag 8. Cut yourself a break once in a while. Image: Tumblr cancatervation 9. Recognize your mistakes. Image: Tumblr fineleathergifs 10. Don’t let negative people bring you down. Image: Tumblr chloecastellano 11. Be proud of what you have. Image: Tumblr dominickdecoccopuffs 12. Take risks. Image: Tumblr dazzlingone 13. Know when to put family life on hold. Image: Tumblr fyeahmm 14. Make sure you get enough sleep. Image: Tumblr fyeahmm 15. And never lose sight in your dream to riding high. Image: Tumblr madgiffing Read more: http://mashable.com/2014/04/10/the-simpsons-spoofs-amcs-mad-men-teasers/
Our resident drive-thru prankster has struck again, and this time he’s using everyone’s worst nightmare — Chuckie the doll — as his sidekick. Magic of Rafat hit viral fame in January when he stumped fast food workers by camouflaging himself as a car seat and watching the employees freak out over a self-driving car. This time around, the jokester put Chuckie in the driver seat and watched as the employees screamed in terror at a possessed child’s toy that now has a set of wheels. The reactions are pretty priceless — especially those who just threw the food at the doll hoping to scare it away with saturated fats. Video and image courtesy of YouTube, MagicofRahat BONUS: 10 Epic Office Pranks Caught on YouTube 10 Epic Office Pranks Caught on YouTube 1. Office Prank Air Horn Chair It’s an oldie, but a goodie. 2. Office Prank – Making an Office Disappear As the white board says — owned! 3. NFS Office Prank Who knew you could have so much fun with a simple remote? 4. Office Prank – Operation Bald Eagle Apparently, this is part of an “ongoing vendetta of office pranks.” 5. Head in a Box Prank Keep watching — the second guy’s reaction is the best. 6. Best Office Prank Ever These funsters walled off 11 senior offices. 7. Funny Office Prank – 100+ Ping Pong Balls Zappos team + 100 ping pong balls = practical joke. 8. Funny Practical Joke From the Office You’ll always get a laugh out of slapstick. 9. Practical Joke at the Office This chap takes his styrofoam shower with good grace. 10. Funny Office Prank – Cell Phone in Ceiling Finally, where is that darn phone? Read more: http://mashable.com/2013/03/06/drive-thru-chuckie-doll-prank/
Justin has made real Bielebers of the Twitterverse. On Thursday, the movers and shakers of social media couldn’t resist, well, moving and shaking to the Bieber’s hit song “Baby.” Twitter employees flashmobbed their crowded cafeteria, showcasing a popping and locking male lead and a female employee who could rap the entire Ludacris section (we didn’t even think those were real words). Twitter has said it was to celebrate #hackweek, but it was great timing — Bieber is poised to hit the 25 million Twitter followers milestone today. It would make him the second most followed person on Twitter, trailing only Lady Gaga’s more than 27 million followers. Hackweek is a good excuse, but maybe all of Twitter-land just couldn’t contain their Bieber-fever any longer. What’s your favorite flashmob YouTube video? Share with us in the comments. BONUS: Check out our top 5 viral videos of the week: This Week’s Hot Viral Videos ‘Simon’s Cat’ Partakes in the Animal Olympics A new “Simon’s Cat” video hit the web Saturday, and this one gets into the competitive spirit of the Olympics … with a snail race. Will Ferrell Lashes Out at Kristen ‘Trampire’ Stewart Someone give Will Ferrell a box of tissues and pint of Ben & Jerry’s because the funnyman needs help healing his broken heart. Ferrell sat down with Conan O’Brien and let his emotions spill out as he discussed the recent breakup of Twilight stars Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson (or “Patterson,” as Ferrell referred to him). A Real Dad Won’t Save You if You’re ‘Taken’ The 2008 thriller Taken, about an American girl kidnapped by human traffickers in Paris, raised anxiety levels for many worrywort parents. The film isn’t based on a true story, but that didn’t stop moms and dads from wondering what they would do in a similar situation. 90-Year-Old Pole Vaulter Will Make You Feel Lazy Meet Dr. William Bell, a 90-year-old fitness nut who holds a pole vault world record for his age group. Pfft, as if a bunch of buff 20-something Olympic swimmers prancing their six-packs around the pool didn’t already make us all feel like a bunch of unaccomplished cubicle potatoes this week. Envy aside, Dr. Bell could provide a helpful dose of pick-me-up to any of us feeling a bit lapsed in the physical fitness department Choo-Choo-Choose to Watch Excited Train Guy Maybe it’s the rumble of the engine or the sound of the horn, but something has this train enthusiast yelling with excitement. The railfan — yes, that’s a real thing — squeals behind the camera as a rare 1953 EA Heritage Train engine rolls through a New York station. As one YouTuber put it, “Double Trainbow!” Read more: http://mashable.com/2012/07/13/bieber-twitter-flash-mob/
In a match made in movie trailer heaven, Disney villain Maleficent stalks victims as Lana Del Rey’s haunting vocals play ominously in the background. A 90-second trailer for the new movie Maleficent debuted during the Grammy Awards Sunday night, offering an extended sneak peek at the film. The movie features Angelina Jolie as the titular horned character and serves as both a prequel and retelling of the classic story of Sleeping Beauty, where the villainess will finally get to share her side of the story. Del Rey croons the classic Disney song “Once Upon A Dream” — the same song that appeared in the original 1959 animated version of Sleeping Beauty. Her haunting voice sets the tone for the movie, which promises to be be much darker than the original. Jolie perfectly fits the part of Mistress of All Evil, cracking wry smiles and generally looking foreboding. The film hits theaters on May 30. BONUS: 10 Disney Plot Points That Make No Sense Disney Plots That Don’t Make Sense 1. Hercules 2. Mulan 3. Pocahontas 4. The Aristocats 5. Lilo & Stitch 6. The Hunchback of Notre Dame 7. Robin Hood 8. The Sword in the Stone 9. Dumbo 10. The Rescuers Read more: http://mashable.com/2014/01/27/maleficent-trailer/
Ever since Taylor Swift hit the scene, it’s never been easier to break up with someone. Just hit the play button on any of her recent tracks and your significant other will know that you are never ever getting back together. Not only does she kiss and tell, but she sings it from the rooftop if you do her wrong. But can the ultimate breakup gal help you start your own love story? This fan put Swift’s lyrics to the test and found that in real life, baby doesn’t just say yes and you don’t belong together. And if at first you don’t succeed, try and try again — just like this charmingly awkward guy. And if you still can’t find romance, you and Taylor can share teardrops over her guitar. Viral Photo Gallery 7 Fake Hurricane Sandy Photos You’re Sharing on Social Media Fake Hurricane Sandy photos flew around Twitter and Facebook on Monday, as users shared jaw-dropping images. Unfortunately, the race to post the most striking pics has most folks skipping the all-important fact check. We’ve gathered up five “Hurricane Sandy” photographs that have spread on the social web, but weren’t actually taken during the massive storm. Obama and Romney Are Your New Dress Up Dolls Still not sure who to vote for? Or maybe you’re dead-set on a candidate, and simply waiting for Election Day next week. Regardless of who you’re voting for on Nov. 6, both of these presidential candidates could use some change — of outfits, that is. The websites Change4Obama and Change4Romney will keep voters entertained until the election. Both sites, created by social discovery site SocialPlex, allow users to dress up Barack Obama or Mitt Romney as various characters. You can mix and match features like hair, eyes, nose and outfits. Your Favorite Logos Reimagined for the Zombie Apocalypse [PICS] There seems to be a craze for reimagining top logos and since this is Halloween, why not rethink them for a zombie apocalypse, right? Assuming that event were to come to pass, here’s what your neighborhood Starbucks and the gas station down the street might look like, as envisioned by artist Ben Fellowes. For more of these horrifying logos, check out his site. New York City Subway Needs a ‘System Restore’ [PIC] Yes, crashed Windows OS, we know the New York City subway system was unable to restart after Hurricane Sandy. And, yes, we would love to run a system restore. After Sandy ravaged the East Coast Monday evening, the subway system in New York City was left crippled. Not immune to inclement weather, the Windows-based display above the 77th Street subway stop seemed to have hit a snag as well. ‘The Walking Dead’ Gets ‘Dear Photograph’ Treatment [PICS] Dear Photograph, a popular nostalgia blog showcasing photos within photos, gave its visitors a terrifying surprise Wednesday: The Walking Dead-inspired posts. Dear Photograph creator Taylor Jones told Mashable he teamed up with FOX International Channels on the Halloween Day images, which folks at The […]
Batman and Robin don’t need CSI technology, high-tech gadgetry or even pants to crack cases. The tights-donning duo only require a bit of ingenious thinking, as witnessed in this clip from the 1966 superhero flick “Batman: The Movie.” Read more: http://mashable.com/2012/07/18/1966-batman-deduction-video/
Get ready to kick your nostalgia into overdrive. There are no shortage of ’80s and ’90s toy-themed movies like The Lego Movie and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles hitting theaters, but this parody trailer from The Wil Wheaton Project tops them all. As Wil Wheaton commented on YouTube, “We at the Wil Wheaton Project believe it’s finally time for the most pandering nostalgia film of all time!” ‘Jurassic World’ debuts a dino-packed new trailer at Super Bowl Walter White sells ‘pharmaceuticals’ in Esurance Super Bowl ad ‘We Are The Champions’ as sung by Sam Smith, Christina Aguilera and more ‘SNL’ touts huge celebrity cameos for 40th anniversary special Read more: http://mashable.com/2014/07/24/nostalgia-movie-wil-wheaton/
The Olympics leave an ugly footprint that lasts much longer than the games themselves. Read more: http://www.wimp.com/the-rio-olympics-were-only-a-year-ago-but-the-venues-look-like-theyve-been-deserted-for-decades/
