Ep 16. Episode #416

In Episode #416 of Mad TV Season 4, viewers are in for a hilarious ride as the cast presents a variety of skits and parodies that are sure to leave audiences in stitches.

The episode kicks off with a spoof on the popular children's show "Blue's Clues," as the host of the program attempts to introduce various colors to the titular blue dog. However, things quickly spiral out of control when the host becomes frustrated and starts yelling at the dog, leaving viewers to wonder if they've stumbled upon a completely different kind of show.

Next up is a parody of the hit game show "Jeopardy!" in which the contestants are inexplicably terrible at answering even the easiest questions. The absurdity of the situation is only heightened by Alex Trebek's deadpan delivery and the increasingly bewildered reactions of the audience.

Another standout skit is a satirical take on VH1's "Behind the Music" series, in which a fictional boy band called Lint is profiled. The mockumentary format allows the writers to exaggerate and poke fun at the tropes commonly seen in documentaries about musical groups, from the exaggerated egos of the band members to the inevitable downfall and breakup of the group.

In addition to the recurring characters and skits that fans of the show have come to expect, such as Ms. Swan and Stuart, Episode #416 also features some fresh material. One standout skit is a commercial parody for a product called "Kid Gloves," which are gloves designed to prevent children from being harmed by their own parents. The absurdity of the concept is heightened by the increasingly violent scenarios presented in the commercial.

Another new skit sees cast member Mo Collins playing a parking attendant who is determined to tow away any car that parks in her designated spot - even if that means getting into physical altercations with the drivers. The escalating arguments between Collins' character and the hapless motorists are both absurd and hilarious, culminating in a surprise twist at the end of the skit.

One of the more political skits of the episode focuses on President Clinton's efforts to balance the federal budget. The absurdist take on this serious topic sees Clinton (played by cast member Phil LaMarr) attempting increasingly unusual methods to balance the budget, such as auctioning off the Grand Canyon and selling the island of Manhattan back to Native Americans.

Overall, Episode #416 of Mad TV Season 4 is a riotously funny episode that showcases the impressive comedic talents of the cast. Whether you're a longtime fan of the show or just tuning in for the first time, there's something here for everyone to enjoy.