Erik Barnes

Writer, Editor, Comedian, Aspiring Swashbuckler

United States

Erik Barnes is a go-to source for professional writing contributions. He writes, edits, and punches up compelling marketing copy, articles, comedy bits, reviews, video scripts, social media posts, and think pieces on basically any subject.

Erik is currently a script writer for the comedy news video essay show Some More News, which has over 941,000 subscribers on YouTube, and writing viral pieces for Upworthy. He has written marketing content and entertainment pieces for Upworthy, Cracked, Macaulay Culkin's BunnyEars, Collider, and Ranker.

In the digital marketing sphere, Erik has written and edited SEO-oriented marketing copy, blog content, and social media posts for a variety of businesses. Some of the major brands he has written for include WWE, Fox, Rocket Mortgage, Rocket Money, and MetLife.

As a screenwriter, Erik has placed in several scriptwriting contests such as the ScreenCraft TV Pilot Script Competition, the Final Draft Big Break contest, and the Los Angeles Screenplay Awards among several others.

If you want him to write for you, contact him at erikwbarnes@gmail.com.

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Cracked.com
05/30/2022
18 Facts About Cartoon Bears (Because Bears!)

You may not know this, even if you're a diehard fan, but there have been bears in cartoons since the 1930s, and maybe even before then. There is just something about a bear in a cartoon. Bears, by comparison to most other creatures, are much simpler to draw in cartoon form if you really think about it.

Cracked.com
04/10/2022
18 Baffling Toys Of Our Favorite Characters

When you're an action figure aficionado like I am, you run into some insane toys from childhood through adulthood. Whether they are made from small indie companies, are officially licensed products, or just giant plastic statues emulated from big-money franchises, there is an art to the action figure.

Cracked.com
12/18/2021
15 Dumbest Looks Of Famous Superheroes And Villains

Whenever someone says, "It was better in the 90s," show them this. I know what you're thinking, but Adam-X (he's X-Treme, you know) debuted a year before Limp Bizkit formed, so there is no way the artist could have known he was drawing Fred Durst with braids from the neck-up and WolverShredder from the neck-down.

Cracked.com
11/23/2021
5 Lessons I Learned As A Pro Wrestling Announcer

Like many Cracked writers and readers, I grew up a large fan of comedy and professional wrestling. This will age me profusely, but one of my comedy/wrestling idols growing up was pro wrestling manager turned commentator Bobby "The Brain" Heenan.

bunny ears
10/08/2019
Which Sandman Are You? DC, Marvel, Vertigo, Or ECW?

More Funny Stuff from Bunny Ears Erik Barnes is a comedian/actor/writer/aspiring riverboat gambler living in Los Angeles. He performs at UCB and other comedy theaters and occasionally is that one guy in that one commercial. He also provides commentary for Wrestling Pro Wrestling.

Collider
07/02/2019
32 Major Movie Roles That Ruined the Actor's Life

There are many reasons why actors take a certain role. The money was good, the character was interesting, or the part could be a leap to the big time. Yet sometimes, a single role can destroy your life. Check out this list of actors and the movie roles that impacted their lives for the worse.

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Actors Who Got Stuck Playing the Same Role Over and Over

There are several talented actors in Hollywood, but many get pigeonholed into playing the same type of character over and over again, either because they're so good at radiating a certain personality or because of their outstanding performance as one specific character.

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The 30 Worst Remakes in Hollywood History

Hollywood is filled to the brim with reboots, reimaginings, and remakes of successful, beloved films and TV shows of the past. However, in many cases, it's best to leave the originals alone. We put together a list of some of the worst remakes of movies and TV shows ever made.

Ranker
20 Ways Comic Books and Pro Wrestling Are Exactly the Same Thing

While there are many nerds that cross over from one obsession to another, some obsessions are more alike than they appear. Comic books contain an assortment of fans that are usually imaginative, well-read, and appreciate art. Pro wrestling usually has rowdy fans that are a bit more outspoken and en...

Ranker
Why Dick Grayson Is Better Than Batman

Superhero fans generally like Nightwing and most consider him to be the greatest Robin to ever wear an "R" on his chest. He's also favored since he's the first successor of Wayne of all the Bat-Family members. However, despite all of that respect, fans get riled up whenever some...

Ranker
Why Plastic Man Could Be The Deadpool Of The DC Movies

Let's be honest: while they do fairly well in the foreign box office, DC Comics movies just aren't that good. Weird tone, questionable storytelling, and other issues have plagued the creative brain trust over in DC's film division. Yet there is one superhero that could salvage the DC film...

Ranker
13 Reasons Batman: The Animated Series Is Even Better Than The Comics

He is vengeance. He is the night. He is BATMAN!Batman: The Animated Series has been justly celebrated as one of the best cartoons ever made. With multiple Emmy nominations and wins, it certainly has made a mark on the small screen. Nearly 25 years after it initially aired on Fox, viewers are still ...

Ranker
Smartass Robots You'd Want As Your Bestie

Honestly, who wouldn't want a robot sidekick? It could use its mechanical arms or high-tech know-how to get you out of jams. It could make pithy or witty remarks as your wingman at the party or at the bar. Whether you're a kid or an adult, there are plenty of great reasons to have a smartass r...

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Pet Stop Store Launches New Website to Include Valentine's Day Collection and Luxury Pet Bed...

Now 2018, the kids of Generation X are not necessarily thinking about building a family, but are more focused on turning their attention and love to their pets." CAPE CORAL, FL, January 31, 2018 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Pet Stop Store, a new retailer of pet products announces the official launch of its online store packed with an assortment of pet supplies and novelty products.

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Amazing deals on this Remote Control Helicopter at Harbor Freight. Quality tools & low prices.

thesoapguy.com
02/13/2015
Man-Made Soaps Made for Men

Many assume that crafting and making soap is a women's world. The fruity scents and skin treating ingredients might make the soap market seem more feminine than rugged. However, men have a place in the soap market as well, both as consumers and soap shop owners.

Comedy/Satire Articles

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01/02/2020
White Nationalism Officially Declared Symptom Of Hulkamania

The American Psychological Association has officially confirmed that the recent increase of white supremacy within the United States is a result of latent Hulkamania. For over 30 years, mass Hulkamania has spread across America, with many of those afflicted going untreated. "We saw so many of our patients come crashing down and hurt inside," said APA president Margie Davis.

bunny ears
11/24/2019
Every Person At Your Friendsgiving, Ranked

Thanksgiving is upon us, and for many of us "holiday orphans," it means get-togethers with friends to eat, drink, and fend off mutual loneliness. However, let's face it: Many of your guests are just as annoying as your actual family. Here are all the assholes coming to your Friendsgiving, ranked from the least to the most insufferable.

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11/19/2019
We Ranked The Most Lickable Tom Hanks Characters

Tom Hanks is widely considered the most likable man in Hollywood. But did you know he's also one of the most lickable? Many, if not all of us, have had the urge to walk up to him and just drag our tongues over his adorable face.

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10/14/2019
Halloween Couples Costumes for Open Marriages

It's almost Halloween, which means it's costume-crunch-time for you and your boo. And while finding the perfect couple's costume is hard in the best of times, it's especially tough when you and your S.O. want a costume that also communicates you're in an open marriage.

bunny ears
09/26/2019
We Tried Wallace Shawn's Inconceivable Burger

Cashing in on the current alternative burger craze, character actor and voiceover artist Wallace Shawn debuted the near-improbable Inconceivable Burger at his new restaurant, The Princess Bride and Grill. "I figured it was about time to do what everyone else has done and cash in on the one role I'm most famous for," Shawn, whose acting career has spanned over 40 years, told us over the phone.

bunny ears
08/30/2019
D-Tea-F: Herbal Teas That'll Horny You Up

Most of us thrive on two main things: wellness and fucking. One of the best ways to keep your immune system up, your anxiety low, and your universe centered is attacking someone's engorged nethers. However, sometimes you need something to boost your mojo before you can lock meats with another person.

bunny ears
09/29/2019
Are You A Nintendo Switch Or A Nintendo Power Bottom?

There are a lot of questions you should ask yourself before purchasing a game console. Does it have a library of games you like? Does it have your preferred controller scheme? And, perhaps most importantly, does it fit your kink personality?

bunny ears
09/22/2019
AEW To Debut On TNT Between Two Airings Of 'The Shawshank Redemption'

All Elite Wrestling is officially coming to TNT to break up the network's weekly double feature of 1994's The Shawshank Redemption. That means you'll be getting two full hours of AEW action sandwiched between the dulcet tones of Morgan Freeman talking about Andy Dufresne. ALL RIGHT!

pastemagazine.com
Netflix Shows That Are Probably Coming This Summer

You won't believe what Netflix has in store for you this summer! Actually, you will. You really will. Here are some of the exclusive movies and TV shows Netflix will release this summer and you'll forget about within two weeks of binging.

The Hard Times
08/20/2017
Man Ghosted by Dating Sim

TOLEDO, Ohio - A lovelorn man was surprised to see that he had been "ghosted" by Love Bubble Yeah!- a dating sim he had been playing on his laptop during lunch breaks for the past three weeks. "Things were going well, I thought," says 29-year-old SEO marketer Justin Wenk.

Paste Magazine
The 11 Trash Fires You Will Date In LA

Paste Magazine is your source for the best music, movies, TV, comedy, videogames, books, comics, craft beer, politics and more. Discover your favorite albums and films.

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The 17 Comedians You Meet in Stand-up

When you get into stand-up comedy at the club, bar, coffee shop, bookstore, comic book store, pizza joint, back yard, or alley, you'll see every type of comedian ever. Good, bad, or indifferent, no matter what race, gender, creed, or body type, there are so many comedian styles and archetypes that seem like they were made in some kind of "laugh factory" to be shilled at a "comedy store" or something.

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Cargoyles

The child pilots of transforming monster vehicles that saved the world are now in their 30s, hoping that they haven't peaked in their teens.