Smosh: Every Blank Ever Season 2020 Episode 12 Every Online Class Ever

Smosh: Every Blank Ever is a popular YouTube series from the comedy duo Ian Hecox and Courtney Miller, where they make fun of everyday situations. In the season 2020 episode 12, titled Every Online Class Ever, they poke fun at the current state of education during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The episode starts with Courtney in bed, waking up just in time to join her online class. She rushes to turn on her computer and join the meeting, only to find that her teacher has already started the class without her. Ian, on the other hand, is thoroughly prepared for class, with a stack of textbooks and notes in front of him. He eagerly waits for the class to begin, but as soon as it starts, chaos ensues.

The episode captures the struggles of remote learning, from poor internet connections to distracting family members in the background. The duo showcases various characters that one may come across in an online class, including the unmuted student, the overachiever, the slacker, the teacher’s pet, and the student who always forgets to turn off their camera.

The episode hilariously shows how students try to hide their multitasking by pretending to take notes while scrolling through social media or doing other non-class activities. The various challenges of the online classroom such as screen sharing issues, audio and microphone problems, and disruptive background noise are also lampooned in the episode.

Throughout the episode, Ian and Courtney exchange witty banter while embodying the different archetypes found in an online class. Their seamless comedic timing and delivery shines through each scene, making the audience's experience a memorable one.

As the episode progresses, the duo picks on the various quirks and oddities of online learning. From the awkward pauses to the strangeness of breakout rooms, they satirize the entire online learning experience. They even go on to playfully critique how students put on a facade during class, doing everything to look involved but in reality, are just bored out of their minds. Not only are the common irritations of online classes on display, but the various coping mechanisms that students employ, such as doing shots before class, wearing pajamas all day, or sharing answers with their friends, are also presented in a hilarious light.

Overall, Smosh: Every Blank Ever’s episode on Every Online Class Ever, is a hilariously accurate portrayal of what the online classroom has become amid the pandemic. The relatability of the content and the comedic talent of Ian and Courtney make for a side-splittingly funny episode, while also highlighting the complexity and the unintentional humor of e-learning. For students everywhere who have lived through this experience, this episode will give them the satisfaction of knowing that they are not alone.