DECEMBER 26, 1991

Full News Archive

• Headline: Twins or Not: A Unique Adoption Story. Impact: If those babies had been twins, who knows? Perhaps they would have started a trend in celebrity twin adoptions, leading to a world where every influencer adopts twins just to stay relevant. Talk about a slippery slope!. Fact: Did you know that adoption rates have fluctuated more than a hipster's taste in coffee? Just like trends, families come in all shapes and sizes..
• Headline: David Fowler's Impact on Advertising. Impact: David Fowler's catchy slogan might have led to a rise in overly friendly motel chains, where guests now expect to be greeted with a hug and a complimentary cookie. Thanks for setting the bar, Mr. Fowler!. Fact: Did you know that the phrase 'We'll leave the light on for ya' has been used more often than 'How are you?' in motel lobbies? Talk about hospitality!.
• Headline: When Wood Grows Tired of Being a Table. Impact: The concept of wood being restless might have inspired future generations to believe that furniture has feelings, leading to a bizarre trend of therapy sessions for coffee tables and couches.. Fact: Did you know that some antique furniture has survived centuries of bad design trends? It's like the wood version of a survivalist!.
• Headline: THE MEDIA BUSINESS: ADVERTISING -- ADDENDA; Casting Orange Juice As a Sports Drink. Impact: Pitching orange juice as a sports drink could have sparked a series of bizarre marketing campaigns promoting everyday items as 'athletic'—think 'Potato Chips: The Crunchy Power Snack for Champions'.. Fact: Fun fact: In a world where anything can be marketed, we might soon see 'water' as the next big electrolyte drink. Spoiler: It's just water..
• Headline: THE MEDIA BUSINESS: ADVERTISING -- ADDENDA; New Campaigns. Impact: The idea of ordinary folks becoming 'someone' after eating at a restaurant could have led to a societal expectation that dining out is a guaranteed path to fame, creating a world where every meal is an audition for stardom.. Fact: Did you know that for some people, eating out is not just a meal—it's a lifestyle choice? They’re practically dining royalty!.
• Headline: The Poetic Minimalist of Garden Design. Impact: Ed Bye's landscape designs may have inadvertently led to a rise in 'minimalist' garden trends, resulting in countless yards that look like they belong in an art museum rather than a suburban neighborhood.. Fact: Did you know that 'minimalist' gardens really just mean less work for the homeowner? It’s a win-win for lazy gardeners everywhere!.
• Headline: THE MEDIA BUSINESS: ADVERTISING -- ADDENDA; Wal-Mart Chairman Is Adman of the Year. Impact: Sam Walton being named Adman of the Year likely fueled the fire for corporate giants to invest heavily in advertising, creating a world where every commercial jingle is stuck in your head for eternity. Thanks a lot, Sam!. Fact: Did you know that Wal-Mart's success is often attributed to their uncanny ability to make you feel like you need to buy three more items you never knew existed? It's a special kind of magic!.
• Headline: THE MEDIA BUSINESS: ADVERTISING -- ADDENDA; Honors. Impact: Rod Burton’s presidency in the Detroit Advertising Association may have led to a surge in questionable advertising strategies that we now roll our eyes at, like the infamous 'Buy One, Get One Free' on things you didn’t even want.. Fact: Did you know that every time you roll your eyes at an ad, a marketing person somewhere gets a promotion? It's a cruel cycle!.