After These Messages Podcast
465 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day ago - ★★★★★ - 242 ratingsHosts Andrew and Vieves talk TV commercials with their listeners, the Ad Council, in this weekly podcast. As the slogan says, they've got "hot takes on commercial breaks." Find them at [email protected]
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#442 Be Dental With Me
April 24, 2024 02:29 - 1 hour - 73.8 MBAndrew and Vieves look at ads that use the fraught experience of being in the dentist’s chair to signify everything from the sadism of capitalistic excess to the existential crisis of incoherence. Plus, a debate about Minnesota Nice gets testy, and another Ad Councilor gets got. Here are links to the ads we talked about in this week’s show: Geico: “Guy Coajent Goes To The Dentist” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=veaphx1rNBI Geico - Dentist Dan https://www.ispot.tv/ad/1hTU/geico-boat-ins...
#441 The Bored Giveth, and the Bored Taketh Away
April 17, 2024 01:28 - 1 hour - 62.7 MBAndrew and Vieves consider the relative merits of boredom as a marketing strategy, with ads for everything from banks to… well, a lot of banks. Plus, one Ad Councilor wound up in a catch-and-release situation thanks to a campaign that took a nosedive. Here are links to the ads we talked about in this week’s show: PNC Bank: “Brilliantly Boring” https://youtu.be/juvLSkoci_8?si=z7CiWwJloeeu-7nx Wealthsimple: “Boxing” https://youtu.be/5vOSNkUx1kM?si=9DjtsRaA7zUqPB48 Wealthsimple: “Boring” (...
#440 If You Can't Stand the Cheat, Get Out of the Pitchin'
April 10, 2024 02:28 - 1 hour - 70.1 MBAndrew and Vieves look at commercials that ask: why do it the hard way? From high protein snacks to hot dates, shortcuts are everywhere. Plus, a comedy cult favorite is the new spokesperson for a dating app, and a new segment considers ads that REALLY work. Here are links to the ads and articles we talked about on this week’s show: Cheat on chips with chips https://www.ispot.tv/ad/62_b/quest-nutrition-cheat-on-chips-with-chips-featuring-kumail-nanjiani Sandcastle cheating https://www.is...
#440 If you can’t stand the cheat, get out of the pitchin’
April 10, 2024 02:28 - 1 hour - 70.1 MBAndrew and Vieves look at commercials that ask: why do it the hard way? From high protein snacks to hot dates, shortcuts are everywhere. Plus, a comedy cult favorite is the new spokesperson for a dating app, and a new segment considers ads that REALLY work. Here are links to the ads and articles we talked about on this week’s show: Cheat on chips with chips https://www.ispot.tv/ad/62_b/quest-nutrition-cheat-on-chips-with-chips-featuring-kumail-nanjiani Sandcastle cheating https://www.is...
#439 Hangin’ With Mr. Hooper
April 02, 2024 21:03 - 1 hour - 92.7 MBSneakerhead, Lakers fan, and friend of the pod Nick Jarin joins Andrew and Vieves to talk about the representation of basketball in commercials, as well as provide some much needed fact-checking for Andrew’s knowledge of Jimmy Butler. Here are the ads and articles we talked about on today's show: Larry Bird for Allstate https://youtu.be/nrbPVsQB3vw?si=3FDPFKevAsX9RpPc State Farm: “Shoot” (ft Caitlin Clark, Jimmy Butler and Reggie Miller) https://youtu.be/vESFtmxlIzg?si=UV9GDFitVlgxad5O S...
#438 Partying Is Such Sweet Sorrow
March 27, 2024 02:31 - 1 hour - 70.2 MBIn a world where so much of life is utterly predictable, it makes sense that so many ad wizards would turn to surprise parties to inject a little spontaneity into their pitches. Plus Andrew discovers that one brand has been his nemesis all along, and a racecar driver has really taken to the culture. Here are links to the ads we talked about on this week’s show: Wells-Fargo: Surprise Party https://www.ispot.tv/ad/7WIq/wells-fargo-apple-pay-surprise-party LG Quad Wash: Surprises https://www...
#437 Dinners and Losers
March 20, 2024 01:54 - 1 hour - 63.5 MBAwkward silences and uncomfortable moments at the dinner table are a staple of commercial comedy, apparently. Plus, Vieves might get to taste a celebrated chicken chain, and the real reason for the doctored photo of Princess Kate is finally revealed. Here are links to the ads and stories we talked about on this week’s show: CarMax - New Piercing https://www.ispot.tv/ad/5y2Q/carmax-who-you-texting State Farm: Fish Tails https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HJEfq-futEw Alfa Insurance - Famil...
#436 Fowl Play
March 13, 2024 03:22 - 1 hour - 74.7 MBAndrew quizzes Vieves on her ear for spokeschickens and non-spokeschickens. Plus, the internet is alerted to a bonkers beer campaign of days gone by, and how many cute jingles does it take to sell meat paste? Here are links to the ads we talked about in this week’s show: Purdue: Jim Purdue’s Healthy Obsession https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F21Opn7L1DQ Happy Motors: We’re Going To Make You Happy https://youtu.be/axye9tuzKDk?si=QiV_vOld0WKYarid Burger King: Subservient Chicken: Vest https...
#435 Legroom for Improvement
March 05, 2024 22:00 - 1 hour - 59.7 MBVieves’ excessive screen time manifests in a piping hot Vieves Takeover as she lambasts the one percent for promoting stupid gimmicks and interrogates a very weird toilet ad. Plus, Andrew resurrects some classic 90s burger promotions, and the Ad Council remembers a time when Junior WAS baseball.
#434 Ex Marks the Spot
February 28, 2024 02:09 - 1 hour - 56.4 MBAndrew and Vieves consider ads that rely on that awkward moment when two exes collide. Plus, Andrew thinks he might have a strong argument on appeal based on a podcast ad he heard, and the Ad Council really brings it with the jingles this week. Here are links to the ads we talked about on this week’s show: Little Caesars - Sorry PB&J https://www.ispot.tv/ad/6L9e/little-caesars-pizza-slices-n-sicks-sorry-pb-and-j Old Navy - Ex-boyfriend https://www.ispot.tv/ad/Aauw/old-navy-ex-boyfriend-f...
#133 Ben There, Done That
February 20, 2024 00:48 - 1 hour - 58 MBThe Ad Council weighs in on this year’s Super Bowl ads, including the expanding Dunkings universe, the relative efficacy of marketing for world religions, and a local ad for gas fireplaces that overshot considerably. Here are links to the ads we talked about on this week’s show: Scientology - Decide for yourself https://youtu.be/lkK-I4utC_Y?si=a-9y7ulcW8dd8ovD Dunkings - behind the scenes “wasn’t ready for that” https://youtu.be/lD9Bgcj0QiI?si=CVg7vEJd2JtC1yZM Charli D’Amelio on Jimmy Fa...
#432 The Bowlies IV: Dunkin’ on Celebs
February 13, 2024 06:30 - 2 hours - 164 MBThis year’s crop of Super Bowl ads was as star-studded as ever, but this time, celebs seemed to take it on the chin a bit…even Outerspace Beyoncé. Vieves and Andrew hand out awards for the best, the worst, and the neggiest of the negs in the 4th Annual Bowlie Awards! CeraVe - Michael CeraVe https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eVrUDqYfRUM M&Ms - Ring of Comfort https://www.ispot.tv/ad/67zr/m-and-ms-super-bowl-2024-pre-release-almost-champions-ring-of-comfort-featuring-dan-marino-terrell-o BetM...
#431 Tease in a Pod
February 07, 2024 04:27 - 1 hour - 89.8 MBWith the Super Bowl looming, Andrew and Vieves look at this year’s crop of teasers and pre-game ads in preparation for the fourth annual Bowlie Awards. Between iconic movies Andrew hasn’t seen and TikTok influencers that Vieves couldn’t pick out of a lineup of one, it promises to be a laborious project. Here are links to the ads we talked about on this week’s show: Geico - “The Caveman Returns: The Nightmare” (Documentary Story pt 1) https://www.ispot.tv/ad/58Zy/geico-the-caveman-returns-th...
#430 Excuse The Era
January 31, 2024 02:44 - 1 hour - 71.5 MBAfter a gripe-filled takeover by Vieves, Andrew turns back the clock to a simpler time, when men were sailors, loggers and pilots, and women knew how to pipe down! Plus, a plumbing classic throws an Ad Councilor for a loop, and children write the best song parodies. Here are links to the ads we talked about on this week’s show: Nissan Rogue - Pup on the Run https://www.ispot.tv/ad/59Pb/2023-nissan-rogue-pup-on-the-run-t2 Dave and Busters - Method https://youtu.be/g5A7bzF0azs?si=XRoEwbaES...
#429 Rebel Sell
January 24, 2024 03:37 - 1 hour - 67.6 MBNothing says nonconformity like buying or selling a mass-produced product, so Andrew and Vieves look at ads aimed at the rebels, renegades and iconoclasts in need of SUVs, car insurance and Beanie Babies. Plus, a batch of 90s ads sows more confusion around long distance calling and floral arrangements. Here are links to the ads we talked about in this week’s show: Mazda - Looking for outsiders https://www.ispot.tv/ad/5nX4/2024-mazda-cx-50-looking-for-outsiders-song-by-sad-dad-t1 Rock & R...
#428 Mole Money, Mole Problems
January 17, 2024 03:17 - 1 hour - 71.6 MBA roundup of new commercials leads Andrew and Vieves to contemplate the dark heart of an Xfinity campaign, new comedy gold from Dr. Rick, and whether Mr. Darcy has been forever Wamsganned. Plus, an Ad Councilor revives a diet classic. Here are links to the ads we talked about in this week’s show: Geico Caveman back https://www.ispot.tv/ad/58Zy/geico-the-caveman-returns-the-nightmare Tom Wamsgans (Mathew McFadyen) Mercedes https://www.ispot.tv/ad/50dL/mercedes-benz-defining-class-since-1...
#427 The Price Is Fight
January 10, 2024 03:14 - 1 hour - 70.4 MBAndrew and Vieves look at commercials that take the battle for market share literally with ads that throw down over everything from cookies to office conduct. Plus, an Ad Councilor updates a jingle for the modern era, and it slaps! Here are links to the ads that we talked about in this week’s show: Aspercreme - Brawl https://www.ispot.tv/ad/bTwc/aspercreme-arthritis-pain-reliever-brawl Molson - I am Canadian https://youtu.be/T5KufaaOPwI?si=IdYFoxXZnyJOPTO9 Molson - sequel https://y...
#426 Vendor’s Game
January 03, 2024 03:13 - 1 hour - 69.3 MBAndrew and Vieves look at ads that ask the humble hotdog vendor to sell everything BUT hotdogs. Plus, a mattress company commercial gives up halfway through, and a quadruped takes to the skies. Here are links to the ads we talked about in this week’s show: Investco: Agent of Innovation: Hot Dog Vendor https://youtu.be/wZBiKiDtsAk?si=UeD5G9B_EPSuVZZT Bank of America Extras: Hot Dog Vendor https://www.ispot.tv/ad/opXM/bank-of-america-extras-hot-dog-vendor CLEAR INTERNET - Hot Dogs https://...
#425 Year Pressure
December 27, 2023 04:07 - 1 hour - 64.7 MBNotorious grade-grubber Vieves is put to the literal test by Andrew’s look back at some of ATM’s most dissected ads of 2023. Plus, a fruit basket company is coming for Folgers’ most infamous crown, and one Aussie cements his iconic status. Here are links to the ads we talked about on this week’s show: Scott-E-vest https://www.ispot.tv/ad/IPF0/scottevest-its-not-rocket-science-its-pocket-science Progressive Dr. Rick: Garbage Bins / Hedges Commercial https://www.ispot.tv/ad/2aSw/progressi...
#424 Say It Like You Meme It
December 20, 2023 00:47 - 1 hour - 66.5 MBVieves is back with her trademark blend of a high concept paired with a total lack of facility with internet culture, as she and Andrew break down commercials inspired by the socials. Plus, Andrew pieces together a confusing sportsbook ad, and Arnold Schwarzenegger looms large over Muscle Beach. Here are links to the ads we talked about on this week’s show: AirBnB - Cannonball https://www.ispot.tv/ad/5Igr/airbnb-cannonball-lakefront-song-by-the-friends-of-distinction Anchorman https://yo...
#423 Trees Company
December 13, 2023 02:23 - 53 minutes - 49.3 MBA tight schedule and a Christmas tree shopping trip combine to inspire a show about ads with talking trees, of which there are a surprising amount. Plus, a Detroit-area classic brings up happy memories for Andrew and Vieves. Here are links to the ads we talked about in this week’s show: Stubhub: Marriage Counseling https://youtu.be/MD2CZaF02lk?si=qC67-H266xGnFhK7 Stubhub: Screaming https://www.adforum.com/creative-work/ad/player/34481236/screaming-tree/stubhub Geico: Falling Trees Do ...
#422 All Things Being Sequel
December 06, 2023 03:37 - 1 hour - 84 MBAdvertisers can rarely say no to an actor willing to reprise an iconic movie role, whether they’re shilling for Black Friday discounts or tracking a pizza delivery. Plus, an Ad Councilor tips Andrew off to his new favorite ad campaign for *checks notes* TV channels. Here are links to the ads we talked about in this week’s show: Walmart - Mean Girls Black Friday https://www.ispot.tv/ad/5jIZ/walmart-tv-black-friday-deals-spot-jingle-bell-rockin-feat-linday-lohan-amanda-seyfried Honda CR-V...
#421 Go With the Flo
November 29, 2023 03:10 - 1 hour - 67 MBChristmas comes early for Andrew and Vieves when the New York Times’ Caity Weaver profiles living legend Stephanie Courtney a.k.a. “Flo from Progressive.” Plus, long distance calling in the 90s was absolutely demented, and a Philly lotto campaign is so nice they made it twice. Here are links to the ads and articles we talked about in this week’s show: NYT: Everybody Knows Flo from Progressive. Who is Stephanie Courtney? https://www.nytimes.com/2023/11/25/magazine/progressive-insurance-flo...
#420 Crying in Publix
November 22, 2023 02:45 - 44 minutes - 41.1 MBAndrew and Vieves get into the Thanksgiving spirit with a look at ads for Turkey Days gone awry. Plus, how sad does a grocery store’s marketing have to be before you’ll shop there? And a fast food restaurant evidently snuck one past the goalie. Here are links to the ads we talked about in this week’s show: Stove Top: Pilgrim-isms - Scurvy https://youtu.be/d_ZbN8jAN70?si=ef6AW6O9I4wObvVd Stove Top: Pilgrim-isms - Grace https://youtu.be/jefyEQaFwGw?si=K2sjvutcA11Yh6Tz Oscar Meyer - Any...
#419 Guest Stars
November 15, 2023 03:28 - 1 hour - 73.6 MBWhen a genius like Christopher Guest assembles a troupe of talented comedic actors and improvisers, it’s only a matter of time until commercial casting directors cash in. From credit cards to cable competitors, the stars of the Guestiverse have sold it all. Plus, Andrew waxes rhapsodic about Who Framed Roger Rabbit?, and people are getting weird about siblings. Here are links to the ads we talked about in this week’s show: SportsCenter - David St. Hubbins (Michael McKean - 1995) https://w...
#418 Souper Tuesday
November 08, 2023 02:17 - 1 hour - 59.2 MBAndrew unveils another classic quiz for Vieves that pits soup against soap. Plus, a 90s product splits the difference on sexism, and an ATM all-star calls in a jingle that makes Andrew queasy. Here are links to the ads we talked about in this week’s show: Campbells Soup https://youtu.be/CBc9aRfBz_k?si=OWu6EUclBY5IMKeD Campbells Soup https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=czWWlB-D7ds Campbells Soup https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PfmaqetauMc Coast soap https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nn9AOC...
#417 Direct-To-Costumer Advertising
October 31, 2023 22:00 - 52 minutes - 48.1 MBGenevieve and Andrew celebrate Halloween with a costume contest based on this year’s crop of trick-or-treat commercials. Andrew also tries to sneak a Terminator-inspired outfit into the mix, but Vieves isn’t having any of it. Here links to the ads we talked about in this week’s show: Sour Patch Kids - Fireman https://www.ispot.tv/ad/ALXG/sour-patch-kids-trick-r-treat-fireman Geico - Rivalries https://www.ispot.tv/ad/o8r4/geico-trick-or-treat Nissan Heisman house - trick or treat http...
#416 Blockin’ Out the Taters
October 25, 2023 01:07 - 56 minutes - 51.6 MBThe Ad Council takes over to share a Tubi campaign that couldn’t be more delightful, a missed connection in a Burger King campaign, and a personal tie to McDonald’s french fry hegemony. Here are links to the ads we talked about in this week’s show: Tubi: Abs https://youtu.be/paA-XcMsUoU?si=iJ5LDmhRd6zxoZNr Tubi: Sitcom Laughs https://youtu.be/kod6BK_YH_4?si=lKln1tUSXWVDipBj Tubi: Musicals https://youtu.be/reL_s5Gl4Ds?si=Ifk1jiDA_WTJIFQY Tubi: Speedboat https://youtu.be/SVSIq4_XifY?si=...
#415 To the Twitter End
October 18, 2023 01:52 - 1 hour - 67.8 MBAndrew and Vieves fumble their way through a discussion of social media as a device in TV commercials, while doing their best to keep it 100. Plus, a pair of empty nesters deserve more from life than frozen teriyaki sauce, and Little Caesars is making solid plays for our affection. Here are links to the ads we talked about in this week’s show: Beecher's - Life changing https://www.ispot.tv/ad/5qH9/beechers-handmade-cheese-real-comments-life-changing Beecher’s - Makes me cry https://www.i...
#414 The Rule of Twees
October 11, 2023 02:59 - 1 hour - 60.1 MBAndrew and Vieves look at ads that might not be directed by Wes Anderson, but they’re “quaint, pretty or sentimental” enough to fool the casual observer. Plus an airline ad celebrates our shared humanity at a moment when low-twee Andrew and Vieves really need it. Here are the commercials we talked about on this week's show: Litter-Robot: “A Robot That Eats Your Cat’s Poop” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V_K4nqqrtG4 Stella Artois (Dir. By Wes Anderson and Roman Copolla) https://www.you...
#413 Material Evidence
October 04, 2023 02:13 - 1 hour - 79.3 MBAndrew and Vieves consider ads that brag about the stuff that stuff is made of, from galvanized steel to leather cut from whole cloth. Plus, a paper towel commercial is surprisingly culturally competent, and one Ad Councilor is seeing a Midwest conspiracy afoot. Here are links to the ads we talked about in this week’s show: Apple iPhone 15: Titanium https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w_JEezynhrc iPhone 15 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rayRgPVWL_A American Motors (AMC) Concord https://yo...
#412 We Car Family
September 27, 2023 02:35 - 1 hour - 57.5 MBAndrew and Vieves look at commercials that pack a lot of families into a few cars, and spoiler alert, they all include a sulky teenager wearing headphones. Plus, the cable industry makes a play for shaping the youth of America, and Travis Kelce (aka “Travis MaAuto”) is having a moment. Here are links to the ads we talked about in this week’s show: Toyota Grand Highlander - “Back to the lake” https://www.ispot.tv/ad/5o3q/toyota-grand-highlander-back-to-the-lake-song-by-the-5678s-t1 Toyota ...
#411 You Insure About That?
September 20, 2023 02:47 - 1 hour - 54.2 MBAndrew and Vieves review a crop of recent ads that have them feeling the full spectrum of human emotions, and predictably, there are a lot of insurance commercials in the mix. Plus, an astute Ad Councilor decodes a puzzle ad, and a TV classic has a complicated origin story. Here are links to the ads we talked about on this week’s show: McCain Fries: “Barb from Stranger Things” https://youtu.be/ZMVAJ8iTvW8?si=4s81ulxmjBF7tf1X Progressive: “Replay: School Bus” https://www.ispot.tv/ad/5ovY/...
#410 The NILs to Pay the Bills
September 13, 2023 01:55 - 1 hour - 64.7 MBAndrew and Vieves look at ads that are venturing into the new frontier of name-image-likeness licensing in college athletics. Who says you can’t shoot a commercial for Irish nachos in under an hour? And why does a classic kids toy suddenly seem so pervy? Here are links to the ads we talked about in this week’s show: Dr. Pepper: “Fansville: My Family Now” ft Bryce Young https://www.ispot.tv/ad/2Lr7/dr-pepper-fanville-theyre-my-family-now-ft-bryce-young AT&T: “He’s Short” https://www.youtub...
#409 Ads Incredible!
September 05, 2023 19:00 - 1 hour - 74.9 MBA late night viewing of an American TV classic with original ads proves to be a priceless snapshot of early 80s commercials that sends Andrew and Vieves on a full-blown nostalgia trip. From weird alt battery technology, to an upsetting toothpaste ad, to a battle of the nasal sprays, it really was incredible. Plus, Amazon lies about being a relationship-fixer. Here are links to the That’s Incredible! episode and the ads we talked about on this week’s show: That’s Incredible! October 12, 198...
#408 You Can Myth Me With That
August 30, 2023 03:20 - 1 hour - 65.4 MBAndrew and Vieves look at commercials that invoke the very gods themselves to sell yogurt, luxury cars and tax prep. Plus, the Ad Council provides all the gory details about the Van Damme Go Daddy campaign, and there’s always time for a long, serious discussion about atheism on a nominally comedic podcast! H&R Block: “Cupid” https://youtu.be/_FN-LDYSLSg?si=QdGKPGrGw9w01BGK Subway: “Cupid” https://youtu.be/m7ajTgVmmZY?si=vvGOBhQrSh8I9OCC Oikos Greek Yogurt: “Meet Ares” https://youtu.be/6...
#407 Let’s Make a Heel
August 23, 2023 02:27 - 1 hour - 52.5 MBAndrew and Vieves consider commercials that rely on the dubious acting chops of professional wrestlers to sell everything from candy bars to canned pasta. Plus, a lottery commercial gets a little too grim, and everyone’s boyfriend Sam Richardson has an idea. Actually, lots of ideas. Here are links to the ads we talked about on this week’s show: Randy Savage - Slim Jims light store https://youtu.be/Lxp_3000h_U Randy Savage - Slim Jims dance https://youtu.be/UV17XYCzkWU Randy Savage - S...
#406 Roof of Purchase
August 16, 2023 01:35 - 1 hour - 49.4 MBA clever slogan sends Andrew on a mission to see if Vieves can tell real roofing wordplay from the made-up slogans. Plus, grocery store ads from the 90s were really their own thing, and Andrew tries to blend in with the Ad Councilors. Here are links to the ads we talked about in this week’s show: Frederic Roofing https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FB6HDsohZ0Q Philip Camerer Roofing https://www.adjingles.com/roofing-jingles/ Ad Jingles.com https://www.adjingles.com/ MHI Roofing https://ww...
#405 Buy Low, Sell Spy
August 09, 2023 01:20 - 1 hour - 48.2 MBCorporate espionage takes on a whole different meaning when Andrew and Vieves look at ads that rely on the well-worn tropes of secret agents and spycraft. Plus, the future of vitamin purchasing has come and gone, and women eating dairy products gets a fun soundtrack. Here are links to the ads we talked about in this week’s show: Adobe Marketing Cloud - Secret Agent https://www.ispot.tv/ad/A_Zc/adobe-marketing-cloud-secret-agent Barbie Spy Squad https://www.ispot.tv/ad/A2PG/barbie-spy-sq...
#404 Neighbor Pains
August 02, 2023 01:21 - 51 minutes - 47.2 MBFrom overstaying their welcome to seeking out a surrogate parent, the neighbor’s kid is a rich vein of commercial comedy. Andrew and Vieves look at ads that rely on the boy or girl next door to make their pitch. Plus, Andrew discovers the Jingle of the Summer, and Vieves stans a Google pitchwoman. Xfinity: Tony The Neighbor https://www.ispot.tv/ad/1x02/xfinity-tony-the-neighbor Daisy Cottage Cheese: Neighbor Kid https://www.ispot.tv/ad/7ANr/daisy-best-all-week-neighbor-kid Quaker Oats: Ne...
#403 Crime of Fashion
July 26, 2023 02:33 - 1 hour - 66.4 MBUsing the catwalk to sell clothes might be old hat, but Vieves and Andrew look at ads that send everything from gummy vitamins to cheeseburgers down the runway in search of a sale. Plus, a drug company takes a toilet for a joyride, and an Ad Councilor defends a Midwestern pizza. Experian https://youtu.be/svhDzeoppvg Donate Life https://www.ispot.tv/ad/oUf5/donate-life-america-fashion-show Eyeglass World - Mr. World https://www.ispot.tv/ad/dyxJ/eyeglass-world-introducing-mr-world-fashion-...
#402 Faster Pussycat! Shill! Shill!
July 19, 2023 02:30 - 1 hour - 58.6 MBAndrew and Vieves feel the need for speed this week in a look at commercials predicated on the promise of time savings. Plus, a 90s internet company makes a bold claim, and an Ad Councilor recognizes an old friend. Here are links to the ads we talked about in this week’s show: 5-Hour Energy: “The Five Second Coffee” https://www.ispot.tv/ad/1udb/5-hour-energy-the-five-second-coffee Minute Rice (ft. Ann B. Davis) (1980) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pq8tpNhJlKY Minute Rice: “Easy Days” ...
#401 Doggy Swag
July 11, 2023 19:49 - 42 minutes - 34.4 MBVieves tests Andrew’s knowledge of Snoop Dogg’s wide-ranging sponsorship empire to find out just how well he really knows the Doggfather. Plus, the city of Reno was once reduced to abducting Seattlites off the streets to bolster their tourism industry, and an Ad Councilor Doctor-Doctors a hearing aid commercial. Here are links to the ads we talked about in this week’s show - spoiler alert, these will give away the answers to the quiz: Petco https://www.ispot.tv/ad/1FAN/petco-the-ultimate-do...
#400 Four Sale
July 04, 2023 19:00 - 1 hour - 44.2 MBWhen the show’s 400th episode “fourtuitously” converges with the 4th of July holiday, the numerological portents are too significant for Andrew and Vieves to ignore. “Fourtunately,” one Ad Councilor is in perfect harmony with them. Here are links to the ads we talked about in this week’s show: Four Square - “How Convenient” https://youtu.be/7nO2Mv4aJKM Four Square - “Square Deal” (1986) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pNEvSKV9iA0 Four Seasons Hotels - “Monogram” https://www.adforum.com/c...
#399 What’s So Funny ‘bout Peace, Love and Misunderstanding?
June 28, 2023 02:56 - 1 hour - 65.8 MBAndrew and Vieves look at ads that rely on the time-honored device of comedic misunderstandings. Plus, a Sweeps Week gambit of yesteryear is still spicy as hell, and a classic candy ad just keeps on giving. Here are links to the ads we talked about in this week’s show: Orkin - Get a pro (Owen Luebbers) https://www.ispot.tv/ad/bqoC/orkin-the-best-in-pets-ants Orkin - Get a pro (Rianna Valdes) https://www.ispot.tv/ad/bCCP/orkin-the-best-in-pests-mosquitos-red-cross-featuring-rianna-valdes ...
#398 The Test of Time
June 21, 2023 01:29 - 1 hour - 62.9 MBAndrew and Vieves journey through commercial history with a creatively repurposed quiz. Plus a 90s steakhouse commercial is too scary to sell surf and turf, and the Ad Councilors continue to have problems. Here are links to the ads we talked about in this week’s show: Bulova Watches https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8JenAyMmZ68 Chop-o-Matic https://youtu.be/FGo7W_mbWCE Tootsie Pops https://youtu.be/pvFzOgK-V9E Paul Frees - The Rocky and Bullwinkle Show https://youtu.be/hTzuO24i-YA?t=91 ...
#397 Funny Business
June 14, 2023 01:05 - 1 hour - 67.5 MBAndrew and Vieves rely on their executive functions to consider commercials that are set in corporate boardrooms. Plus, Disney has some harsh words for a soulless entertainment company, and the Ad Councilors have some more Geico pitches to share. Here are links to the ads we talked about in this week’s show: Haribo Gold Gummy Bears - Boardroom https://youtu.be/EAnwmmPFYgU IHOP - Child Executive Officer https://www.ispot.tv/ad/Z8mQ/ihop-cereal-pancakes-board-meeting Shriners Hospitals...
#396 Commander in Beef
June 07, 2023 03:18 - 1 hour - 76.8 MBAndrew and Vieves consider whether our brawniest celebrities also have the brains to sell milk, dog food and Mountain Dew. They also consider what it would take to get them inside a local Jack In the Box. Plus, an Ad Councilor reveals how Disney got local journalists to shill for them so effectively. Here are links to the ads we talked about on this week’s show: Netflix - Arnold Schwarzenegger and Chris Hemsworth https://www.ispot.tv/ad/1sUu/netflix-nobody-hits-like-netflix-elevator-ft-arn...
#395 Stars, They Just Like Trucks
May 31, 2023 03:37 - 1 hour - 66.8 MBDespite the mind-numbing sameness of car and truck ad copy, Andrew injects some fun into the genre with a quiz on the gravel-voiced celebrities who perform them. Plus. a vintage milk commercial sparks a clinic on lying to parents, and a pants commercial just couldn’t be worse. Here are links to the ads we talked about in this week’s show: GMC Sierra Heavy Duty - “Power” https://www.ispot.tv/ad/1RqN/2023-gmc-sierra-heavy-duty-pulling-power-t2 Ford - “What’s In A Name?” https://www.ispot.t...
#394 Stress Guest
May 24, 2023 02:08 - 1 hour - 71.5 MBAppropriately enough, guest producer Mike puts together an episode all about the anxiety caused by unexpected guests. Plus, Andrew and Vieves may once again be the victims of sports-face-blindness, and the Ad Council is on fire with their Geico ad proposals. Here are links to the ads we talked about in this week’s show: Behr Paint https://youtu.be/GP_R0_BUrP8 Oxo Soup https://youtu.be/S8HGDSwkDC0 Super Star Car Wash https://youtu.be/LeiUlOvzUIg Buick https://ispot.tv/a/nR0N IKEA K...