Category Archives: Advertising

What It’s Like To Work With James Patterson

Posted on April 10, 2012 by

James Patterson did an interview with the New York Times a few years ago. In that interview he explained how he worked with his co-workers. I thought it was great how he pulled it off but it didn’t surprise me. … Continue reading →

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Genre Rules!

Posted on January 27, 2012 by

It’s been awhile since I’ve posted about advertising. Probably because I’m mostly DGAF about it. But this spot for Audi caught my eye. It’s moody, which I like. Plus it brought back one of my favorite bands from high school, Echo … Continue reading →

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Authors Who Were Copywriters

Posted on August 19, 2011 by

As you know, I interview authors who are in advertising for my Mad Authors interview series. I enjoy hearing what they have to say and how they compare the two. I think they often have great advice for the person … Continue reading →

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Milk Helps Men Cope With PMS By Calming The Bitch

Posted on July 11, 2011 by

Goodby, Silverstein & Partners latest Got Milk push infers that men who deal with raging PMS can find relief with milk. What? It’s true. Studies show that calcium in dairy milk can help reduce the symptoms of PMS. It’s an … Continue reading →

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Russel Brand Gets Funny For HP

Posted on July 8, 2011 by

The latest HP work from Goodby, Silverstein & Partners. They did a bunch of stuff apparently. I thought these web films were interesting.

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Interview with a Mad Author – Luke Sullivan

Posted on June 27, 2011 by

If you’re a copywriter or an art director working in advertising, odds are you read his book. If not, check your pulse. My guest today is Luke Sullivan. Not only is he the author of what many have come to … Continue reading →

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Goodby Silverstein & Partners Touts New 3D Phone From Sprint

Posted on June 24, 2011 by

No glasses required. Just in-your-face action scenes. So start thinking of how you can re-create those Kung Fu movies of yesteryear. EDIT: Let me ask you something. Are you more likely to buy this phone or understand more about the … Continue reading →

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Interview with a Mad Author – Tom Hamling

Posted on June 17, 2011 by

Today we’re talking to Tom Hamling, a freelance creative director/copywriter and collector of vinyl. Specifically vinyl that showcases bad singing by our favorite celebrities. He created the ultimate in coffee table books. No way you sit on a couch and … Continue reading →

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Do Copywriters Make Better Authors? – Chris Knopf

Posted on June 16, 2011 by

My guest post today is from author Chris Knopf. Not only has he authored and published eight successful murder-mysteries, he’s also CEO of the advertising agency, Mintz & Hoke. Before he was an author, Chris was a copywriter in advertising. He … Continue reading →

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Interview with a Mad Author – Chris Knopf

Posted on June 8, 2011 by

Chris Knopf is a very busy man. Not only is he the CEO and CCD of Mintz & Hoke, he’s also the author of eight murder mysteries. His latest is Black Swan. You just released a book called, Black Swan, … Continue reading →

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