Monthly Archives: June 2010
Is Advertising Anti-Culture?
Summary: David Simon, creator of HBO’s “The Wire,” opined advertising single-handedly wrecked the quality of television. The need to sell products put the onus on show creators to get more people watching, ultimately souring the art of television programming. This … Continue reading
Advertising That Flies in the Worst of Spirit
Summary: Lately, when crossing the fine line that is free speech, one needs a traffic guard, and make that one with a bright neon vest. It seems like every other day loose lips are making disparaging remarks, in some cases … Continue reading
A Second Act Courtesy of Gatorade
Summary: When a 1993 high school football championship ended in deadlock, there was little inkling the game would be restaged 17 years later. TBWA/Chiat/Day, Los Angeles won two “Grand Prix Lions” awards (Promo and PR) at the 57th Annual Cannes … Continue reading