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    Amazing Advertising

    Each week I highlight a different advertising mascot from the past, present and even future. I talk about their history, the people who created it, the impact they have on pop culture and i play some iconic commercials.
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    Episodes (36)

    Lil' Sweet

    Lil' Sweet
    Are you looking for something Sweeeeeet? Look no further cause in this episode I give you something lil' and sweet. I'm talking about that falsetto singing mascot, Lil' Sweet. I talk about his little history, the man behind the voice, I play commercial and so much more. There's a lil' episode waiting for you so sit back, relax and enjoy memories in the making. It's the sweet one... HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW! patreon.com/AmazingAdvertising Facebook.com/AmazingAdvertisingPodcast Twitter: @AdMascots Got a childhood memory about a mascot? Submit it to our Memories Corner! Share your story with the listeners. Email: AdvertisingMascots@gmail.com Throwback Network: throwbacknetwork.net Background Music Credit: "Pamgaea" "Life of Riley” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

    Episode 33 - The Energizer Bunny

    Episode 33 - The Energizer Bunny
    It's the podcast that keeps going and going. On this episode I talk about the lovable pink bunny with a battery of gold. I'm talk about the one and only, Energizer Bunny. I talk about his history, the advertising agency, my daughter Kally stops by and I play you a gang of commercials. The Energizer Bunny does not come short on commercials. I have a fun show waiting for you so sit back, relax and enjoy the memories. HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW! www.patreon.com/AmazingAdvertising www.Facebook.com/AmazingAdvertisingPodcast Twitter: @AdMascots Got a childhood memory about a mascot? Submit it to our Memories Corner! Share your story with the listeners. Email: AdvertisingMascots@gmail.com Throwback Network: throwbacknetwork.net Background Music Credit: "Pamgaea" "Life of Riley” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

    Episode 32 - Speedy Alka Seltzer

    Episode 32 - Speedy Alka Seltzer
    On today's show we go back to an infomercial for I Love Lucy! Well, I'm not to sure on that one. They were around the same time so maybe Alka Seltzer was once a sponsor for I Love Lucy. But today I talk about Speedy from Alka Seltzer. Plop, Plop Fiz, Fiz, Oh ... If you can't finish this then listen to the show! If you can finish the line, then listen any way to relive the good times. I talk about Alka Seltzer, the history, the commercials and I learn something fascinating about the voice actor. There's a fun show waiting for you so sit back, relax and enjoy the memories! HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW! patreon.com/AmazingAdvertising Facebook.com/AmazingAdvertisingP… Twitter: @AdMascots Got a childhood memory about a mascot? Submit to Memories Corner! Share your story with the listeners. Email: AdvertisingMascots@gmail.com Throwback Network: throwbacknetwork.net Background Music Credit: "Pamgaea" "Daily Beetle” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

    Episode 31 - Twinkie the Kid

    Episode 31 - Twinkie the Kid
    Yee-Haw! This week we are talking about a cowboy who masquerades as a twinkie. I'm talking about Twinkie the Kid! I talk about his history, the cup that was taken from me, the voice actor, what I have in my collection and we even have a memories corner! There's a great show waiting for you so sit back, relax and enjoy the memories! HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW! patreon.com/AmazingAdvertising Facebook.com/AmazingAdvertisingP… Twitter: @AdMascots Got a childhood memory about a mascot? Submit to Memories Corner! Share your story with the listeners. Email: AdvertisingMascots@gmail.com Throwback Network: throwbacknetwork.net Background Music Credit: "Pamgaea" "Life of Riley” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

    Episode 30 - Morris the Cat

    Episode 30 - Morris the Cat
    Cats really do have 9 Lives don't they? Well, in this episodes i explore that by talking about 9 Living lovable mascot Morris the Cat. I talk about the uncanny resemblance to Garfield, the time I owned a cat, the cat behind Morris and I play some commercials. There's a fun show waiting for you so sit back, relax and enjoy the memories! HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW! patreon.com/AmazingAdvertising Facebook.com/AmazingAdvertisingP… Twitter: @AdMascots Got a childhood memory about a mascot? Submit to Memories Corner! Share your story with the listeners. Email: AdvertisingMascots@gmail.com Throwback Network: throwbacknetwork.net Background Music Credit: "Pamgaea" "Life of Riley” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

    Episode 29 - The White Knight

    Episode 29 - The White Knight
    In this episode I go back to a time where dirt was a strong life force and Ajax was stronger. I talk about The White Knight from Ajax. I talk about his history, the reason why he's nameless and I play some commercials. There's a fun episode waiting for you so sit back, relax and enjoy the memories. HELP SUPPORT THE SHOW! www.patreon.com/AmazingAdvertising www.Facebook.com/AmazingAdvertisingPodcast Twitter: @AdMascots Got a childhood memory about a mascot? Submit to Memories Corner! Share your story with the listeners. Email: AdvertisingMascots@gmail.com Background Music Credit: "Pamgaea" "Life of Riley” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

    I'M BACK!!!

    I'M BACK!!!
    This is just a small welcome back episode to let you know guys know where I've been, what's going on and so on. New shows of Amazing Advertising will begin next Monday unless you're a new Pareon then you can get it right now. With just a small $5 monthly donation you get the episode as they are recorded! Like us on Facebook and we'll see you next Monday! www.Facebook.com/AmazingAdvertisingPodcast Email me: AdvertisingMascots@gmail.com www.patreon.com/AmazingAdvertising

    Episode 28 - Halloween Commercials Part III

    Episode 28 - Halloween Commercials Part III
    Yes! Another Amazing Advertising Halloween Special! This episode I talk about some of my favorite Halloween commercials. The fun doesn't end there, I also throw in a few surprises. Enjoy the great collection of memorable TV spots. www.Facebook.com/AmazingAdvertisingPodcast Twitter: @AdMascots Got a childhood memory about a mascot? Submit to Memories Corner! Share your story with the listeners. Email: AdvertisingMascots@gmail.com Background Music Credit: "Pamgaea" "This House” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

    Episode 27 - General Mills Monsters

    Episode 27 - General Mills Monsters
    Are you ready for a spooky good time? Halloween is upon us and on this frightening episode I talk about the General Mills Monster. Count Chocula, Franken Berry, Boo Berry and more are all here! I share the story about my Halloween bag, and its fate. There's a fun show waiting for you! HAPPY HALLOWEEN! www.Facebook.com/AmazingAdvertisingPodcast Twitter: @AdMascots Got a childhood memory about a mascot? Submit to Memories Corner! Share your story with the listeners. Email: AdvertisingMascots@gmail.com Background Music Credit: "Pamgaea" "This House” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

    TTAHA - Episode 1 - Alpha Beta

    TTAHA - Episode 1 - Alpha Beta
    Welcome to Things That Aren't Here Anymore, the podcast where we talk about companies that just aren't here anymore. This is our first episode just to get our feet wet. This week we are taking a look at the popular grocery store Alpha Beta. We talk about the companies history, their fall and we play some commercials. We hope you enjoy this episode and more will come. Email Me: AdvertisingMascots@gmail.com Background Music Credit: "Overcast" "Dispersion Relation" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

    Episode 26 - Willy Wonka

    Episode 26 - Willy Wonka
    This episode is a little tribute to Gene Wilder. There's not much information about Wonka as an advertising character, but I did my best to present what I could for you. I talk about Wonka as a company, the character, the voice actor and I place some commercials. I even share the story of when I met and almost killed Gene Wilder. RIP. www.Facebook.com/AmazingAdvertisingPodcast Twitter: @AdMascots Got a childhood memory about a mascot? Submit to Memories Corner! Share your story with the listeners. Email: AdvertisingMascots@gmail.com Background Music Credit: "Pamgaea" "Daily Beetle” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

    Episode 25 - The Noid

    Episode 25 - The Noid
    On our return episode, I talk about that crazy mascot who loved destroying pizza. I'm talking about Domino's mascot The Noid. I talk about his history, his games, his very sad ending and I play wonderful commercials. We also have a game review from Josh of the Generation Y Podcast and a memories corner segment. www.Facebook.com/AmazingAdvertisingPodcast Twitter: @AdMascots Got a childhood memory about a mascot? Submit to Memories Corner! Share your story with the listeners. Email: AdvertisingMascots@gmail.com Background Music Credit: "Pamgaea" "Life of Riley” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

    Episode 24 - Rich Uncle Pennybags (Mr. Monopoly)

    Episode 24 - Rich Uncle Pennybags (Mr. Monopoly)
    I cover a great topic today. We all love board games, but this one is very special. It's the only game I can think of that has a well known mascots. I'm talking about that Parker Brother's game, Monopoly. I especially cover Rich Uncle Pennybags also known as Mr. Monopoly. I talk about his history, the game, McDonald's and I play some commercials. Do not pass go, do not collect $200, sit back, relax and enjoy the memories! www.Facebook.com/AmazingAdvertisingPodcast Twitter: @AdMascots Got a childhood memory about a mascot? Submit to Memories Corner! Share your story with the listeners. Email: AdvertisingMascots@gmail.com Background Music Credit: "Pamgaea" "Daily Beetle” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

    Episode 23 - The Vlasic Stork

    Episode 23 - The Vlasic Stork
    On today's pickle filled episode I talk about The Vlasic Stork. I talk about the stork, Groucho Marx, Vlasic's history and play some commercials. I even talk about my distaste for pickles. There's a fun show waiting for you so sit bac, relax and enjoy the memories. www.Facebook.com/AmazingAdvertisingPodcast Twitter: @AdMascots Got a childhood memory about a mascot? Submit to Memories Corner! Share your story with the listeners. Email: AdvertisingMascots@gmail.com Background Music Credit: "Pamgaea" "Carefree” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

    Episode 22 - The Brawny Man

    Episode 22 - The Brawny Man
    In this episode I talk about the Brawny Man. We all know that flannel wearing lumberjack! I talk about his evolution as a mascot, the mustache and play some commercials. There's a short but fun episode waiting for you so sit back, relax and enjoy the memories. www.Facebook.com/AmazingAdvertisingPodcast Twitter: @AdMascots Got a childhood memory about a mascot? Submit to Memories Corner! Share your story with the listeners. Email: AdvertisingMascots@gmail.com Background Music Credit: "Pamgaea" "Daily Beetle” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

    Episode 21 - The Trix Rabbit

    Episode 21 - The Trix Rabbit
    On this episode I talk about a lovable white rabbit who wants nothing more then to eat a bowl a cereal. The Trix Rabbit. I talk about his history, the voice actors, the few times he ate cereal, I play memorable commercials and I have not one but two Memories Corners. There's a fun show waiting for you guys today so sit back, relax and enjoy the memories. www.Facebook.com/AmazingAdvertisingPodcast Twitter: @AdMascots Got a childhood memory about a mascot? Submit to Memories Corner! Share your story with the listeners. Email: AdvertisingMascots@gmail.com Look up the 90's Youth Life Podcast! http://youthlife90s.podbean.com/ Look up the Generation Y Podcast on iTunes or Podomatic! https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/generationxpodcast Background Music Credit: "Pamgaea" "Life of Riley” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

    Episode 19 - Geoffrey The Giraffe

    Episode 19 - Geoffrey The Giraffe
    In this episode I talk about Geoffrey The Giraffe from Toys "R" Us. This is a mascot that I have great memories of. Who didn't like going to Toys "R" Us just to see if Geoffrey was making an appearance? I know i did! I talk about the Mascots history, the changed, the stores jingle and I play some commercials. There's a great episode waiting for you so sit back, relax and enjoy the memories. www.Facebook.com/AmazingAdvertisingPodcast Twitter: @AdMascots Got a childhood memory about a mascot? Submit to Memories Corner! Share your story with the listeners. Email: AdvertisingMascots@gmail.com Background Music Credit: "Pamgaea" "Two Finger Johnny” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

    Episode 18 - The Morton Salt Girl

    Episode 18 - The Morton Salt Girl
    Hello Amazing Advertising Listeners! On today's show I dive into a mascot who doesn't know they are wasting salt! That's right, I'm talking about the lovable girl in a yellow raincoat, The Morton Salt Girl. I give you a quick lesson in the companies history, then the evolution of the Morton Salt Girl, I talk about the companies troubles and I play some awesome commercials. Sit back, relax and enjoy the memories! Norm is going to fire the Morton Salt Girl! www.Facebook.com/AmazingAdvertisingPodcast Twitter: @AdMascots Got a childhood memory about a mascot? Submit to Memories Corner! Share your story with the listeners. Email: AdvertisingMascots@gmail.com Background Music Credit: "Pamgaea" "Carefree” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

    Episode 17 - The 7up Spot

    Episode 17 - The 7up Spot
    On today's episode of Amazing Advertising I talk about 7up's Mascot Spot. I share a very personal story about 7up, I talk about the mascot, the history, where I've recently saw him, memories corner and I play some awesome commercials. There's a fun show waiting for you so sit back, relax and enjoy the memories. www.Facebook.com/AmazingAdvertisingPodcast Twitter: @AdMascots Email: AdvertisingMascots@gmail.com Background Music Credit: "Pamgaea" "Daily Beetle” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

    Episode 16 - The Kellogg's Rooster

    Episode 16 - The Kellogg's Rooster
    On this episode of Amazing Advertising, I talk about the morning where I was driving home from work and saw something strange happening. Corny, the lovable mascot for Kellogg's is the topic of this episode. I talk about the Kellogg Company history (all but the xrated stuff) I talk about the rooster, the voice actors and I play some commercials. Here's a nice episode for you today so sit back, relax and enjoy the memories. www.Facebook.com/AmazingAdvertisingPodcast Twitter: @AdMascots Email: AdvertisingMascots@gmail.com Background Music Credit: "Pamgaea" "Life of Riley” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/