The Richmond Times-Dispatch posted an archive of ads that ran in the paper in the 1980s—a treasure trove of bad fashion and good computers! [via Metafilter]
Archive of ads that appeared in the Richmond Times-Dispatch in the 1980s
How many football metaphors does it take to get to the center of Herschel Walker?
When I read a recent fundraising email request from the Herschel Walker's U.S. Senate campaign in Georgia, I was reminded of two things: Chuck Norris and the Tootsie Roll Pop commercial from the 1970s and 80s, where the owl hustled that kid out of his tootsie roll pop. I have yet to read anywhere that… READ THE REST
This retro Raisin Bran commercial hits the spot
You gotta love commercial mascots. Where would we be as a society with Tony the Tiger, Mr. Clean, and the Jolly Green Giant? Well, we'd be in the same place with less colorful products festooned on grocery store aisles. However, for as many memorable commercial mascots that exist, there are hundreds of failed mascots that… READ THE REST
Dunkin Donuts commercial from 1994.
I like this silly Dunkin Donuts commercial from 1994. The commercial was made for Quebec and features slapstick, absurdist humor. The playful special effects make the Dunkin' Donuts store seem like a circus funhouse. They also forgot to say "Dunkin' Donuts" in the jingle, and instead just repeat the word "Donuts". READ THE REST
Looking for a unique gift that'll arrive before Christmas? This Galaxy Lamp might fit the bill.
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Skip the shipping times. Gift someone a new language this season with Rosetta Stone.
Sometimes, the holidays sneak up on us. You have to buy someone a present, but you don't know what to get them — and of course, there's the fear it won't show up on time to be under the tree Christmas morning. That's why our Last Chance sale is an excellent opportunity. It provides great… READ THE REST
Buying a holiday gift for a golf lover? This golf simulator is guaranteed to arrive by Christmas.
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