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I’ve Had Enough of the Cartoon Community [and Fandoms] (3/4): Social Media (Patreon)

Published:
2026-08-20 19:00:06
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2026-08-22 17:54:40
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2026-11
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It’s time that we actually discuss about the one thing in animation that’s having the biggest downfall that no one’s talking about, and that’s the fandom. Often referred to as the Cartoon Community, animation fans have become one of the biggest detriments of the medium where their toxicity and bad behavior have become increasingly unbearable.

In this third part, I’ll look into what some say is the main source of fandom toxicity, and that is social media. How the need for engagement is giving cartoon reviewers like myself a bad name, along with the cartoon community’s craving for likes and attention, and how their dependence on Twitter (or X) has made the group so much worse.

Special thanks to Chris Etrata for helping me with gathering the screenshots for my talking points in the video.

Recommended channels that also call out the Cartoon Community

https://www.youtube.com/@Birb666

https://www.youtube.com/@SmartyPantsYT

Cartoon Reviewers who are Mostly Positive

https://www.youtube.com/@ToonrificTariq

https://www.youtube.com/@Mannof1000Thoughts

https://www.youtube.com/@AnimatedAntic

https://www.youtube.com/@NICKtendoReviews

https://www.youtube.com/@HatsOffMedias

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Toontastic Juju

Excellent video! It’s really sad how there are more cartoon reviewers that heavily rely on negativity more so than positivity. No offense to them, but it’s clear that they’re pushing more anger than happiness. As for the social media platform, I will say, all platforms in general aren’t so great. BlueSky is pretty much doomerism paradise, Facebook is all ai slop, and of course Twitter, well you know. I would agree that even when with friends I made on Twitter, I always have them connected on other platforms too like BlueSky, Instagram, Tumblr, and even Discord. I’m very much excited for the final part where all of the things collide and learn the reason why the cartoon community is at its’ worst currently.

Justin Grant

It is a bit of a shame that so many people these days seem to depend more on toxicity for the sake of attention than actually being nice. I would like ot mention that I used to use Twitter just to follow Animat, but after he stopped using that site, I almost never go back to it and just follow him on Facebook. I have been posting quite a few comments on Facebook and even more on YouTube, and I always stay positive and non-toxic with them. Even if I see a comment or video that I don't agree with, at most, I would be like "I don't agree with you, but I respect your opinion" or something like that. I will also confess that even though I am an animation fan, I rarely check out indie animated films. I used to watch a couple of them on YouTube and rented a few at my local video rental store back in the late 2010s. But ever since that closed down a few years ago, I guess many indie animated films just weren't easily accessible for me.

Hugo Segal

Another source I would recommend is Cartoon Research, which can provide opportunities for fans to educate themselves on the medium’s history, even if it requires taking a break from the internet and actively seeking out information the traditional way (i.e. borrowing books through their local libraries or bookstores).

Mitchell McMullen

Yikes, that’s why I stay away from Twitter and stick to the positive YouTube channels and Bluesky And by the way the movie I saw a few months ago “The Odyssey” is a amazing movie, I refuse to listen those toxic behavior and just enjoy the cinematic event

Hunter O'Laughlin

What I’m about to tell you is going to be heartbreaking for you as a Muppet fan, but you know who is still using Twitter (X)? Frank Oz. And what makes it even sadder is that it’s the only social media account he’s active on, so the only way to interact with him is through that website. It sucks that a legendary Muppeteer is still using a dying platform. I’m sorry, AniMat.

Lady Helen Bio Rodriguez

I think social media in general has been net negative and oh boy is this a prime reason why.

Alan Oliva

Oh boy, you don't have to tell me twice about friendship on social media! In fact, if I ever became someone famous (either as a director, actor, etc.) I would say in an interview, "𝕊𝕠𝕔𝕚𝕒𝕝 𝕄𝕖𝕕𝕚𝕒 𝕚𝕤 𝕟𝕠𝕥𝕙𝕚𝕟𝕘 𝕞𝕠𝕣𝕖 𝕥𝕙𝕒𝕟 𝕒 𝕊𝕥𝕦𝕡𝕚𝕕 ℙ𝕠𝕡𝕦𝕝𝕒𝕣𝕚𝕥𝕪 𝕔𝕠𝕟𝕥𝕖𝕤𝕥!" Like, I don't mean to go off on a tangent here, but I remember something like that last year... It was 2025, and my birthday week was approaching. I was anticipating something special that year—fun activities and shout-outs from old friends I had made in school who still followed me on platforms like Instagram. Unfortunately, things didn’t go as planned, and some events had to be postponed, which became one of the disappointments of that year. On social media, however, I decided to make the best of it. I planned a little celebration, hoping to uplift my spirits by jokingly posting, “Guess who's funnier than 24?” I expected friends would respond with congratulations or a laugh. I waited for hours, but do you know what I received? ZILTCH! No replies, no shout-outs—nothing! I tried not to overreact; maybe everyone was busy or had simply forgotten, despite me promoting my birthday like a billboard. My mom advised me not to take it personally: “Your life isn’t on a screen, so stop being glued to it!” Taking her advice to heart, I shifted my focus and managed to move past it for a moment. A month later, one of my old classmate posted about their birthday. Although I hesitated to say anything about my own, I maintained a good spirit and commented, “Hey, at least you’re funnier than 24. Haha.” They appreciated it and even made a post about it on their Instagram page—complete with an edgy twist, I might add—showing off their good time. However, their post received more likes and views, and other friends chimed in with replies. Outwardly, I acted happy for them, but inside, I felt hurt and betrayed with jealousy. After all, that was my joke! It seemed like my friends only found it funny when they said it cause they’re more popular. I supported them, and this was the thanks I got? In that moment, I won’t deny I was upset; it felt like, at that moment, people don't even care if I exist. I just post whatever and only get a short amount of views, but have no value from it all because I wasn't popular enough. Why do I even bother!? After that, I decided to anonymously unfollow them, go at it alone, see if I care anymore! As of now, I don’t take it as much of a big deal, if fact, my Mom said it best: “Likes and views would be like money with no value: Nothing but just Greed. Popularity isn’t worth anything, especially when you have more important things happening right in front of you!” She stated that I should maintain my focus on working or doing chores. But it’s a hard truth to know that certain friendships and social media just don’t mix, and I’m better off not giving any attention to what other people think. Nowadays, I just post whatever like random posts, artist pictures, or stories that I think are interesting, regardless of the views I get. I just don’t care what I get from it, and I try my best not to let it get to me. She was right; it’s all greed.