Deconstructing nostalgia

The past wasn't always better. Let's dissect the rose-tinted glasses and examine the realities of yesteryear. This page is a critique of nostalgic content, exposing the problems that often get glossed over. Prepare for a dose of reality.

The awful truth about the "good old days"

Remember those nostalgic videos? This one, in particular, needs some serious debunking: https://youtu.be/Xp2PCMAZhvs. We were all stupidly religious, lamps were a shade of piss yellow, everything was poisoned, and people were extra rude – even if you weren't what they called "the wrong race." Tobacco stains ruined what should have been a fun roller disco & bowling alley arcade venue.

Cheesy tv and harsh realities

T.V. shows were so cheesy. The T.V. show called "F Is for Family" described that era accurately. While every day feels like a fight for survival, it's important to remember the problems of the past might not be as prolific, but they still linger around here. The past often appears rosier than it really was (Grass seemed greener too ), but in reality, many aspects—including culture, health, and social behavior—were problematic and uncomfortable by today’s standards.

Uncomfortable truths

"F Is for Family" uses its animated 1970s setting to highlight both the quirks and the genuine hardships of life in that era, including economic struggles, family dysfunction, and the prevalence of smoking, dated decor, and gruff interpersonal dynamics.

  • Many communities were more overtly religious, and there were strong social pressures to conform to traditional beliefs, often at the expense of personal freedom and tolerance.
  • Racism and exclusion were normalized, making public venues and social spaces unwelcoming or outright hostile for many groups.
  • Rudeness and intolerance were rampant, even among those not facing overt discrimination.