LoneHaranguer June 30, 2015 Share June 30, 2015 I think it's a perfectly legit excuse if someone tries to get them in trouble for not having enough ethnic names. "We didn't choose to omit 'ethnic' names, but in an effort to actually sell some Coke, we decided to stick to names that plenty of people have, so we decided to use the top names." It's a can't-win situation now that some brain-dead judges have bought the disparity of effect argument. In this case, I've heard that African names have more variation in how they're spelled here, so they don't tally as high (since the counts are split). So if a name is not on the list, is it the fault of parents not getting on the same page for how to spell a particular name, or the company's fault for using the list that they "should have known was biased"? 2 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/2776-say-what-commercials-that-made-us-scratch-our-heads/page/43/#findComment-1284028
Muffyn June 30, 2015 Share June 30, 2015 Given that coke is offering 4 different spellings of Allison, Alison, Alyson, Allyson it would be hard for them to defend based on multiple spellings. Looking through the list they have a fair number of hispanic names. However, they seem to do a much better job of using both the name with multiple spellings and including nicknames for English-based names. So you can get Francisco but no Franco or Paco. Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/2776-say-what-commercials-that-made-us-scratch-our-heads/page/43/#findComment-1284281
backformore June 30, 2015 Share June 30, 2015 My name is not there. I have only, in my decades (heh) of living, met only 3 others with my name. Really? I know a lot of BRATS ;-) 7 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/2776-say-what-commercials-that-made-us-scratch-our-heads/page/43/#findComment-1284618
pandora spocks July 1, 2015 Share July 1, 2015 Just when I thought the Yoplait ads couldn't be more ridiculous, along comes the Gallic cow! Correct me if I'm wrong, but the cow had a male voice. If it was intended to be a bull, the Yoplait people don't know much about animal husbandry. Bulls don't give milk! I know I'm overthinking this nonissue way too much. 7 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/2776-say-what-commercials-that-made-us-scratch-our-heads/page/43/#findComment-1285462
Sandman87 July 1, 2015 Share July 1, 2015 Just when I thought the Yoplait ads couldn't be more ridiculous, along comes the Gallic cow! Correct me if I'm wrong, but the cow had a male voice. If it was intended to be a bull, the Yoplait people don't know much about animal husbandry. Bulls don't give milk! You'd think the funny looking udder would clue them in...oh my god...Yoplait isn't made from milk! 6 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/2776-say-what-commercials-that-made-us-scratch-our-heads/page/43/#findComment-1286131
Prevailing Wind July 1, 2015 Share July 1, 2015 No WONDER it's so bad. 2 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/2776-say-what-commercials-that-made-us-scratch-our-heads/page/43/#findComment-1286231
frenchtoast July 1, 2015 Share July 1, 2015 Ew. Ew ew ew. And now I will never read this forum while eating breakfast. 5 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/2776-say-what-commercials-that-made-us-scratch-our-heads/page/43/#findComment-1286331
CarpeDiem54 July 1, 2015 Share July 1, 2015 Okay, "funny looking udder" just made me spew coffee out of my nose while simultaneously almost choking to death. Bawahahaha! 2 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/2776-say-what-commercials-that-made-us-scratch-our-heads/page/43/#findComment-1286921
LoneHaranguer July 1, 2015 Share July 1, 2015 However, they seem to do a much better job of using both the name with multiple spellings and including nicknames for English-based names. So you can get Francisco but no Franco or Paco. Names coming from any group in the minority are going to have more trouble reaching the cutoff. I used to know a Polish fellow named Piotr; no surprise it's not listed. 2 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/2776-say-what-commercials-that-made-us-scratch-our-heads/page/43/#findComment-1286923
Muffyn July 1, 2015 Share July 1, 2015 You'd think the funny looking udder would clue them in...oh my god...Yoplait isn't made from milk! It's people! PEOPLE!!!!!!!!!! 6 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/2776-say-what-commercials-that-made-us-scratch-our-heads/page/43/#findComment-1287569
xaxat July 2, 2015 Share July 2, 2015 In the (admittedly unlikely) event that aliens in the form of video games invade earth, why would you want a bunch of middle age dudes as the planet's defenders? Personally, I would want some 16 year old kids that are all quick twitch fiber with Mountain Dew running through their veins. 4 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/2776-say-what-commercials-that-made-us-scratch-our-heads/page/43/#findComment-1290824
90PercentGravity July 2, 2015 Share July 2, 2015 Same reason you'd send a bunch of middle-aged roughnecks into space with a nuclear bomb to stop an asteroid. 4 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/2776-say-what-commercials-that-made-us-scratch-our-heads/page/43/#findComment-1290839
Calamity Jane July 2, 2015 Share July 2, 2015 Apparently, I am, too, since I haven't had any in four years. Not kind to make me read this while babysitting a 3-year-old granddaughter who can't be told why Ayah is snorting with laughter. 4 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/2776-say-what-commercials-that-made-us-scratch-our-heads/page/43/#findComment-1290934
Calamity Jane July 2, 2015 Share July 2, 2015 the car guys agree with you and mock all Camry buyers as driving "appliances" Usually when a Camry is in front of me (often going 5-10 mph below the speed limit), they're on their way to the retirement community down a ways. ;-) 5 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/2776-say-what-commercials-that-made-us-scratch-our-heads/page/43/#findComment-1290955
riley702 July 3, 2015 Share July 3, 2015 (edited) Hey, I just bought a Camry because it's reliable. My last two cars died within the past two years, so I've hopefully nicknamed this one "Bulletproof". And I was booking 80 mph the other day, so I'm not ready for the retirement home yet, thanks. Edited July 3, 2015 by riley702 8 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/2776-say-what-commercials-that-made-us-scratch-our-heads/page/43/#findComment-1291330
Calamity Jane July 3, 2015 Share July 3, 2015 Hey, I just bought a Camry because it's reliable. My last two cars died with the past two years, so I've hopefully nicknamed this one "Bulletproof". And I was booking 80 mph the other day, so I'm not ready for the retirement home yet, thanks. Well, in all honesty, I drive a Prius, but then again, I really am old. But I regularly do 80 in it on the 5 in the Central Valley. More than that on some of the back roads. And I never drive below the speed limit voluntarily. :-) 4 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/2776-say-what-commercials-that-made-us-scratch-our-heads/page/43/#findComment-1291424
Ubiquitous July 4, 2015 Share July 4, 2015 You'd think the funny looking udder would clue them in...oh my god...Yoplait isn't made from milk!it's debatable that Yoplait is even yogurt. 5 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/2776-say-what-commercials-that-made-us-scratch-our-heads/page/43/#findComment-1294060
merylinkid July 4, 2015 Share July 4, 2015 Just saw a new Papa John's commercial. I know it is about the deal Papa John's has with Live Nation, but the implications have me laughing my ass off. Papa is wearing some weird jacket. He asks the guy in the commercial (no clue who it is) if he likes it. The guy says very emphatically "I do." O. M.G. Almost fell off the couch laughing. Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/2776-say-what-commercials-that-made-us-scratch-our-heads/page/43/#findComment-1294968
Sandman87 July 5, 2015 Share July 5, 2015 Just saw a Polydent commercial which shows a man holding his newborn grandchild for the first time while the voice-over says "Pressure dentures; for the best first impression." Because you know that your one day old grandkid who can't even focus their eyes yet is going to hate you and think you're a gross old poopy-pants if you don't look like you have all your teeth. 6 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/2776-say-what-commercials-that-made-us-scratch-our-heads/page/43/#findComment-1295424
Rick Kitchen July 5, 2015 Share July 5, 2015 Just saw a Polydent commercial which shows a man holding his newborn grandchild for the first time while the voice-over says "Pressure dentures; for the best first impression." Because you know that your one day old grandkid who can't even focus their eyes yet is going to hate you and think you're a gross old poopy-pants if you don't look like you have all your teeth. "FRESHER dentures" 2 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/2776-say-what-commercials-that-made-us-scratch-our-heads/page/43/#findComment-1295434
Cobalt Stargazer July 5, 2015 Share July 5, 2015 Which makes even less damn sense, because fresher than what? 5 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/2776-say-what-commercials-that-made-us-scratch-our-heads/page/43/#findComment-1295452
Rick Kitchen July 5, 2015 Share July 5, 2015 Than having bad breath because you're not using their product. 5 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/2776-say-what-commercials-that-made-us-scratch-our-heads/page/43/#findComment-1295461
sofaslug July 5, 2015 Share July 5, 2015 There's a Tums ad that makes me scratch my head... a couple is walking along when a giant sandwich pushes the woman. She turns to attack it yada, yada, yada. Tums voice over. Yup. With you so far. Then it shows the couple driving off with the giant sandwich in the car. Why? Souvenir of heartburn, bloating and, gas? I don't get it. <insert perplexed look here> 2 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/2776-say-what-commercials-that-made-us-scratch-our-heads/page/43/#findComment-1295925
erikdepressant July 5, 2015 Share July 5, 2015 Just saw a Polydent commercial which shows a man holding his newborn grandchild for the first time while the voice-over says "Pressure dentures; for the best first impression." Because you know that your one day old grandkid who can't even focus their eyes yet is going to hate you and think you're a gross old poopy-pants if you don't look like you have all your teeth. http://www.ispot.tv/ad/783w/polident-first-impressions The majority of denture-related commercials seem to be for products that ensure the dentures stay in your mouth. So, the first time I saw the commercial, when grandpa was leaning his face in toward the baby's, I imagined he was going to bite the baby and leave a bad impression when his dentures fell out. 6 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/2776-say-what-commercials-that-made-us-scratch-our-heads/page/43/#findComment-1296310
Rick Kitchen July 5, 2015 Share July 5, 2015 There's a Tums ad that makes me scratch my head... a couple is walking along when a giant sandwich pushes the woman. She turns to attack it yada, yada, yada. Tums voice over. Yup. With you so far. Then it shows the couple driving off with the giant sandwich in the car. Why? Souvenir of heartburn, bloating and, gas? I don't get it. <insert perplexed look here> She has tamed the heartburn. 2 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/2776-say-what-commercials-that-made-us-scratch-our-heads/page/43/#findComment-1296329
Sandman87 July 5, 2015 Share July 5, 2015 Or maybe she's surrendered to it, and it's kidnapping them. The majority of denture-related commercials seem to be for products that ensure the dentures stay in your mouth. So, the first time I saw the commercial, when grandpa was leaning his face in toward the baby's, I imagined he was going to bite the baby and leave a bad impression when his dentures fell out. "Polydent: Because baby-eating cannibals need dentures too!" 8 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/2776-say-what-commercials-that-made-us-scratch-our-heads/page/43/#findComment-1296519
pandora spocks July 6, 2015 Share July 6, 2015 I'm tired of seeing firefighters and fire trucks used in commercials for antacids. Wow, using the fire department as a metaphor to fight your indigestion. Way to go, Madison Avenue! The "model" with plaque psoriasis smirking and twirling her way through photo shoots needs to take a looong sabbatical from my tv! 7 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/2776-say-what-commercials-that-made-us-scratch-our-heads/page/43/#findComment-1297411
Rick Kitchen July 6, 2015 Share July 6, 2015 I guess Budweiser is saying that macrobrews are better than microbrews? Otherwise, I got nothin' http://www.ispot.tv/ad/7Pru/budweiser-2015-fourth-of-july-freedom 3 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/2776-say-what-commercials-that-made-us-scratch-our-heads/page/43/#findComment-1297465
DeLurker July 6, 2015 Share July 6, 2015 The line in this Downy Unstopables ad where the lady says "I want my yoga pants to smell like I sweat money" makes me think she is a prostitute. And they don't have a variety that smells like money or champagne, so they both annoy and confuse. 9 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/2776-say-what-commercials-that-made-us-scratch-our-heads/page/43/#findComment-1297822
erikdepressant July 6, 2015 Share July 6, 2015 The line in this Downy Unstopables ad where the lady says "I want my yoga pants to smell like I sweat money" She reminds me of all the cash-handling jobs I've had; coins and bills are filthy. I wouldn't want to smell like them. 3 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/2776-say-what-commercials-that-made-us-scratch-our-heads/page/43/#findComment-1298146
OSM Mom July 6, 2015 Share July 6, 2015 She reminds me of all the cash-handling jobs I've had; coins and bills are filthy. I wouldn't want to smell like them. But brand new unused money smells awesome. 3 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/2776-say-what-commercials-that-made-us-scratch-our-heads/page/43/#findComment-1298182
Callasin July 6, 2015 Share July 6, 2015 She reminds me of all the cash-handling jobs I've had; coins and bills are filthy. I wouldn't want to smell like them. When I work bargain night at the movie theater the money smells like weed. I always think of this when I see that commercial. 8 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/2776-say-what-commercials-that-made-us-scratch-our-heads/page/43/#findComment-1298488
Ubiquitous July 6, 2015 Share July 6, 2015 I noticed the car ad with the father driving at breakneck speed to get his daughter an ice cream cone before it melts is back in rotation. Why didn't he take her with him? 5 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/2776-say-what-commercials-that-made-us-scratch-our-heads/page/43/#findComment-1298511
Brattinella July 6, 2015 Share July 6, 2015 Why doesn't he just buy cones and ice cream, and make her one at home, instead of risking his upholstery? 6 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/2776-say-what-commercials-that-made-us-scratch-our-heads/page/43/#findComment-1298629
xaxat July 6, 2015 Share July 6, 2015 Why didn't he buy his wife a cone? 4 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/2776-say-what-commercials-that-made-us-scratch-our-heads/page/43/#findComment-1299354
Jamoche July 7, 2015 Share July 7, 2015 Why didn't he buy his wife a cone? Adult women's only calcium-laden treat option is yogurt. 12 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/2776-say-what-commercials-that-made-us-scratch-our-heads/page/43/#findComment-1301700
CoderLady July 7, 2015 Share July 7, 2015 Adult women's only calcium-laden treat option is yogurt. I had to put down the spoonful of Wallaby Organic Whole Milk Greek Yogurt to hit the "Like" button. Busted! 5 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/2776-say-what-commercials-that-made-us-scratch-our-heads/page/43/#findComment-1301769
OSM Mom July 7, 2015 Share July 7, 2015 You'd think the funny looking udder would clue them in...oh my god...Yoplait isn't made from milk! What is it made from? Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/2776-say-what-commercials-that-made-us-scratch-our-heads/page/43/#findComment-1301922
Brattinella July 7, 2015 Share July 7, 2015 You gotta read back in the thread. 4 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/2776-say-what-commercials-that-made-us-scratch-our-heads/page/43/#findComment-1301934
Sandman87 July 10, 2015 Share July 10, 2015 An ad for a local attorney claims that "(He) is recognized as one of California's Super Lawyers!" So many questions: Is this the guy that Doctor Octopus and Bane call when they get arrested? Does Superman have him on retainer for those occasions when some ungrateful citizen sues him for throwing their car at Darkseid? Or is he maybe a member of secret cadre of lawyers flying around in tights and serving papers at The Speed of Justice? Did he have to pass a Super Bar Exam to be certified as a Super Lawyer? Do his interns count as sidekicks? Are his cases heard by Super Judges? I want to know! 6 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/2776-say-what-commercials-that-made-us-scratch-our-heads/page/43/#findComment-1310402
Prevailing Wind July 10, 2015 Share July 10, 2015 Nah. He just wears a cape to court. 4 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/2776-say-what-commercials-that-made-us-scratch-our-heads/page/43/#findComment-1310809
Bastet July 10, 2015 Share July 10, 2015 Nah. He just wears a cape to court. It worked for Frank Costanza's lawyer. Super Lawyers. But I like the superhero scenario better. 1 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/2776-say-what-commercials-that-made-us-scratch-our-heads/page/43/#findComment-1311669
Aquarius July 11, 2015 Share July 11, 2015 What is it made from? You gotta read back in the thread. Two words - ball batter! 2 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/2776-say-what-commercials-that-made-us-scratch-our-heads/page/43/#findComment-1313046
spaceytraci1208 July 11, 2015 Share July 11, 2015 (edited) So Maybelline is now selling intentionally clumpy mascara?? Edited July 11, 2015 by spaceytraci1208 3 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/2776-say-what-commercials-that-made-us-scratch-our-heads/page/43/#findComment-1314868
Brattinella July 11, 2015 Share July 11, 2015 YIKES! That mascara is awful! 2 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/2776-say-what-commercials-that-made-us-scratch-our-heads/page/43/#findComment-1314935
AntiBeeSpray July 11, 2015 Share July 11, 2015 YIKES! That mascara is awful! Definitely! Just an excuse to sell a poor product. 1 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/2776-say-what-commercials-that-made-us-scratch-our-heads/page/43/#findComment-1314988
Sandman87 July 12, 2015 Share July 12, 2015 Clumpy mascara is Maybelline's version of bad software: It's not a bug, it's a feature! 10 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/2776-say-what-commercials-that-made-us-scratch-our-heads/page/43/#findComment-1315785
Haleth July 12, 2015 Share July 12, 2015 (edited) Ugh. They have a warehouse full of bad mascara and some junior ad exec says, "Hey, I know! We'll make it a thing!" Um, no thanks. Edited July 12, 2015 by Haleth 4 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/2776-say-what-commercials-that-made-us-scratch-our-heads/page/43/#findComment-1316457
DeLurker July 12, 2015 Share July 12, 2015 I used to work with a woman who wore her mascara like that (on purpose). I found it disturbing to talk to her because I couldn't help but focus on those clumpy eyelashes. Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/2776-say-what-commercials-that-made-us-scratch-our-heads/page/43/#findComment-1316779
ari333 July 12, 2015 Share July 12, 2015 ""You know what I drink when I am feeling low?" I heard, "booze!" ........ it was Boost. 9 Link to comment https://forums.primetimer.com/topic/2776-say-what-commercials-that-made-us-scratch-our-heads/page/43/#findComment-1317532
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