Mad #334
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join free"Frankenslime" delivers a sharp, satirical dive into the absurdities of modern life, from corporate ambition to the quirks of therapy and the hidden anxieties beneath everyday routines—all drawn with the deadpan wit of Dave Berg, whose writing and art (pencils and inks) bring a uniquely dry, observant edge. The cover by Richard Williams captures the story’s offbeat tone with a striking, surreal image that hints at the strange journey within.
In "The Lighter Side of..." from Mad #334, a deadpan satire unfolds through a series of absurdist vignettes that skewer modern life’s quirks—from therapy sessions and office politics to the absurdity of luxury and the panic of driving. With sharp, typeset letters and a tone of dry, self-aware irony, the story dissects everyday anxieties with a wink, never spelling out its punchlines but letting the contradictions speak for themselves.
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Reprinted in Mad About Super Heroes #[1] (2002), Mad about Super Heroes #[nn] (2006), Mad #15 (2020), Mad #24 (2022), Mad #33 (2023), Mad #45 (2025), Mad #49 (2026)
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