Now, I like your freedom of speech as much as the next gal—technically more, probably—but i’m not about to get all up in arms because some ad industry blog has been receiving death threats for discussing a campaign that links government-backed violence, human rights violations, the Olympic Games, and the Chinese government. Especially when journalists, [...]
Funny or Die posted up some golden oldies from the thirties. These are the choicest cuts of retroactive poor taste. Taglines include “More doctors smoke Camels than any other cigarette,” “They’re happy because they eat lard,” and my favorite, “Eat! Eat! Eat! And always stay thin” which is an ad for sanitized tape worms. [...]
I’ll be giving a short talk for part of Gelf Magazine’s Non-Motivational Speaker series. If you haven’t seen Abel Raises Cain, it’s great. And Ron English you’ve probably seen already. From Gelf’s site:
Culture jammers and pranksters will be this month’s topic. Featured speakers are Alan Abel, perhaps the most infamous prankster in American prank [...]
Finally, a company to keep track of product references in rap lyrics. American Brandstand
Looking To Rent A Billboard? You probably can’t afford it. http://www.outdoorbillboard.com/
Celebrate Advertising Week New York City! Public Relations even harder at work. http://www.advertisingweeknyc.com/
American Association of Advertising Agencies We’re still waiting for our complimentary membership. http://www.aaaa.org/
Outdoor Advertising Association of America They’re so proud of themselves. http://www.oaaa.org/
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