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johnjanuary

Claimed Blog: American Copywriter

MediaBlips Member since May 26, 2009

We're thankful for you. And the Muppets.
americancopywriter.typepad.com - 18 hours ago
We're thankful for you. And the Muppets.
— americancopywriter.typepad.com — Stay with it till the end. I promise you it's worth it. Happy Thanksgiving from us and... ours to you and yours. (more) We're thankful for you. And the Muppets.
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PETA says "Don't eat a turkey this year." I just say, "Pass the gravy."
americancopywriter.typepad.com - 46 hours ago
PETA says "Don't eat a turkey this year." I just say, "Pass the gravy."
— americancopywriter.typepad.com — Sheesh PETA, this spot's righteous indignation is at about 50 and I need it closer to 4.... For the record, I have no problem with vegetarianism. (I myself dabbled in it. Not in 'Nam of course.) It's just that I just don't want to be made to guilty for taking part in something as American as ... (more) PETA says "Don't eat a turkey this year." I just say, ...
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americancopywriter.typepad.com - 6 days ago
American Copywriter #65 is Hot.
— americancopywriter.typepad.com — The Crotchety Old Edition That's right, episode 65(ish) is out and available for your listening skills. Don't... diss, check it out posthaste . Make sure you're subscribed (or resubscribed) on iTunes . Notes: 0:00 Juno Music and Titles 3:27 Interlude I: Wakarusa 5:23 Police Academy Noise ... (more) American Copywriter #65 is Hot.

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My day-to-day life in 5 simple words.
americancopywriter.typepad.com - 15 days ago
My day-to-day life in 5 simple words.
— americancopywriter.typepad.com — "Strawberry Flavored Juice Drink Blend" Take a second and read them again. Done? Good. Let's proceed. These... words appear in the photo below (centered, just above the tree line) and on the front of every Strawberry Capri Sun pouch being produced at the moment. But why do they resonate ... (more) My day-to-day life in 5 simple words.
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Attention Media: Quit fucking trying to terrify parents.
americancopywriter.typepad.com - 21 days ago
Attention Media: Quit fucking trying to terrify parents.
— americancopywriter.typepad.com — Jesus. Fucking. Christ. Am I sick and tired of the media's constant attempts to scare the shit... out of us. The latest target: Rice Krispies. Seems they've got an added antioxidant claim on their box. (Antioxidants, if you didn't know, are being pimped hard lately because they theoretically ... (more) Attention Media: Quit fucking trying to terrify parents.
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An Era Ends as Cliff Freeman & Partners closes
americancopywriter.typepad.com - 22 days ago
An Era Ends as Cliff Freeman & Partners closes
— americancopywriter.typepad.com — If you're a Gen Xer ad creative, then, like me, as you read the news yesterday about... the passing of heralded agency Cliff Freeman & Partners, you most likely felt a terrible pang of loss over this agency and the work it created. Because, you see, when Cliff & Co were in their ... (more) An Era Ends as Cliff Freeman & Partners closes

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Booking an Audio Session: So true, it's almost not funny.
americancopywriter.typepad.com - 27 days ago
Booking an Audio Session: So true, it's almost not funny.
— americancopywriter.typepad.com — Thanks Marty . (more) Booking an Audio Session: So true, it's almost not funny.
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Uh, hey Microsoft, have you ever seen an ep of "Family Guy"?
americancopywriter.typepad.com - 29 days ago
Uh, hey Microsoft, have you ever seen an ep of "Family Guy"?
— americancopywriter.typepad.com — Attention Microsoft, if you don't want to associate your global brand's new product with stuff like pedophila,... making fun of guys in wheelchairs and the diabolical escapades of a baby that's trying to kill his mother, you may want to find another promotional partner. Seriously, how the fuck ... (more) Uh, hey Microsoft, have you ever seen an ep of "Family Guy"?

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If you build it virtually will they buy?
americancopywriter.typepad.com - 10/1/2009
If you build it virtually will they buy?
— americancopywriter.typepad.com — A glimpse at what AR will be up to once the novelty factor has worn off. Amazing... what happens when creativity is tied to usefulness. Found via @dabitch. (more) If you build it virtually will they buy?
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5 Reasons
americancopywriter.typepad.com - 9/29/2009
5 Reasons
— americancopywriter.typepad.com — I know that the following music video by Slow Club isn't exactly related to advertising, but I... think I have a long enough list of valid excuses to post it. They are as follows: 1. Great concept 2. Great song 3. Meta = WIN! 4. The members of slow club love to dress like art ... (more) 5 Reasons
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New post - NOW WITH HUMOR!
americancopywriter.typepad.com - 9/25/2009
New post - NOW WITH HUMOR!
— americancopywriter.typepad.com — xkcd is a fantastically clever web comics that geeks the world over have embraced in a big... way. I used to only read it when it made the front page of my favorite social bookmarking site ( reddit ), but after reading today's strip, I'm in the fan club. (more) New post - NOW WITH HUMOR!
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Art & Copy Movie – TOMORROW NIGHT!
americancopywriter.typepad.com - 9/24/2009
Art & Copy Movie – TOMORROW NIGHT!
— americancopywriter.typepad.com — Hey gang -- don't forget to meet JJ and I at the Tivoli tomorrow night for the... KC Premiere of "Art & Copy." Showtime is at 7:30 at the Tivoli in Westport, but JJ and I will be drinking beers before and after at Kelly's. We should be there around 5, so feel free to join us when you ... (more) Art & Copy Movie – TOMORROW NIGHT!

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Uh, you may want to hire a proofreader.
americancopywriter.typepad.com - 9/18/2009
Uh, you may want to hire a proofreader.
— americancopywriter.typepad.com — From David Unekis , taken by his friend at the Hyatt Embarcadaro in San Francisco. And watch... where you're stepping in their elevators. (more) Uh, you may want to hire a proofreader.
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Just stick to the jingle, guys.
americancopywriter.typepad.com - 9/16/2009
Just stick to the jingle, guys.
— americancopywriter.typepad.com — As a dedicated fan of all things sport, I spent approximately 20 hours this weekend watching both... NCAA and NFL football. A few times during this epic couch potato session, I observed a commercial from Shawnee Mission Kia about their mid-sized sedan, the Optima. Only after seeing it for ... (more) Just stick to the jingle, guys.
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R.I.P. Swayze
americancopywriter.typepad.com - 9/15/2009
R.I.P. Swayze
— americancopywriter.typepad.com — You will never be forgotten for the glorious triumvirate of Road House, Point Break and Red Dawn.... Wolverines indeed C. Thomas Howell. Wolverines indeed. (more) R.I.P. Swayze
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