# Again with the annoying commercials! **URL:** \ **Category:** Cafe Society\ **Tags:** commercials-ads\ **Created:** [June 28, 2017, 10:06pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/again-with-the-annoying-commercials/790089 "2017-06-28T22:06:08Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 210
**Author:** ![peccavi](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/peccavi/32/388_2.png) [@peccavi](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/peccavi)\ **Post date:** [February 14, 2023, 1:05am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/again-with-the-annoying-commercials/790089/4186 "2023-02-14T01:05:18Z")
> [@Sherrerd](#): > > I hate that guy. Preach it! Nah, I can’t hate on an actor taking a gig and performing per direction. I hate the ad agency, and I hate Spectrum, and I will attempt to persuade as many people as possible to avoid their mobile phone service. And I would gladly pitch in on the cost of hiring a van blaring the audio from this damn commercial outside the Spectrum CEO’s house 24/7. But other than that, I bear no ill will. 😈 ---
**Author:** ![Sherrerd](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/sherrerd/32/8_2.png) [@Sherrerd](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Sherrerd)\ **Post date:** [February 14, 2023, 1:13am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/again-with-the-annoying-commercials/790089/4187 "2023-02-14T01:13:47Z")
> [@peccavi](#): > > …I hate the ad agency, and I hate Spectrum, and I will attempt to persuade as many people as possible to avoid their mobile phone service. > > And I would gladly pitch in on the cost of hiring a van blaring the audio from this damn commercial outside the Spectrum CEO’s house 24/7. That’s fair–and a good idea in that second paragraph! But some performers are hired _because_ they are annoying (on the theory that their ads will be more memorable, as, sadly, often is the case). I suspect I’d hate that guy in any gig he landed, regardless of the direction he received. Fingernails-on-blackboard voice: not easily changed. ---
**Author:** ![WolfpackJeep](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/wolfpackjeep/32/2921_2.png) [@WolfpackJeep](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/WolfpackJeep)\ **Post date:** [February 14, 2023, 1:29am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/again-with-the-annoying-commercials/790089/4188 "2023-02-14T01:29:42Z")
Please tell me that Pandora’s “_let’s make love let’s make love let’s make love let’s make love let’s make love let’s make love_” commercials will go the hell away after Valentine’s Day. \>.\< The visuals are fine, but I don’t always pay attention to the TV during breaks, so from my perspective I’m hearing the same 🤬 song over and over and over during each commercial break. ---
**Author:** ![Just\_Asking\_Questions](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/j/ba9def/32.png) [@Just\_Asking\_Questions](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Just_Asking_Questions)\ **Post date:** [February 14, 2023, 2:35pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/again-with-the-annoying-commercials/790089/4189 "2023-02-14T14:35:18Z")
> [@Sherrerd](#): > > But some performers are hired _because_ they are annoying (on the theory that their ads will be more memorable, as, sadly, often is the case). Like Larry David shilling crypto currency? Annoying on multiple levels! Including meta-levels. ---
**Author:** ![Irishman](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/i/b487fb/32.png) [@Irishman](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Irishman)\ **Post date:** [February 14, 2023, 8:44pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/again-with-the-annoying-commercials/790089/4190 "2023-02-14T20:44:35Z")
> [@Just\_Asking\_Questions](#): > > Gronk’s “lovable doofus” persona works OK shilling insurance he can never buy, these are just annoying. So, basically, Gronk is the Trix Rabbit for insurance. > [@Skywatcher](#): > > “He went to Jared!” Like we give a shit where he went. You know, that creepy dude on the corner selling whatever is in his coat? > [@snowthx](#): > > Besides, isn’t TurboTax supposed to eliminate the need to have someone else do your taxes? Yep, they were the premiere name in do your own taxes. Now suddenly they’re pushing themselves as a tax service. ---
**Author:** ![DrDeth](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/d/b487fb/32.png) [@DrDeth](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/DrDeth)\ **Post date:** [February 15, 2023, 1:05am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/again-with-the-annoying-commercials/790089/4191 "2023-02-15T01:05:47Z")
> [@Irishman](#): > > Yep, they were the premiere name in do your own taxes. Now suddenly they’re pushing themselves as a tax service. Yeah, made me do a “huh-whuh”? ---
**Author:** ![Sherrerd](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/sherrerd/32/8_2.png) [@Sherrerd](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Sherrerd)\ **Post date:** [February 15, 2023, 1:09am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/again-with-the-annoying-commercials/790089/4192 "2023-02-15T01:09:14Z")
> [@Just\_Asking\_Questions](#): > > Like Larry David shilling crypto currency? > > Annoying on multiple levels! Including meta-levels. I seem to have missed those. I can imagine they hired him because he has a reputation for being A Smart Guy, unlike some of the other crypto-hucksters. I’ll never regain whatever respect I may once have had for Matt Damon due to his ‘IF YOU DON’T BUY THIS, YOU’RE NOT A REAL MAN’ message. What a doofus. ---
**Author:** ![JohnGalt](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/johngalt/32/184_2.png) [@JohnGalt](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/JohnGalt)\ **Post date:** [February 15, 2023, 4:21am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/again-with-the-annoying-commercials/790089/4193 "2023-02-15T04:21:51Z")
(Posted in wrong topic) ---
**Author:** ![solost](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/solost/32/11776_2.png) [@solost](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/solost)\ **Post date:** [February 15, 2023, 2:02pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/again-with-the-annoying-commercials/790089/4194 "2023-02-15T14:02:42Z")
> [@Irishman](#): > > > [@Skywatcher](#): > > > > “He went to Jared!” Like we give a shit where he went. > > You know, that creepy dude on the corner selling whatever is in his coat? I think “why would anyone go to Jared Fogle for jewelry? Is he even out of prison?” ---
**Author:** ![Rebo](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/rebo/32/13005_2.png) [@Rebo](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Rebo)\ **Post date:** [February 15, 2023, 3:14pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/again-with-the-annoying-commercials/790089/4195 "2023-02-15T15:14:21Z")
I always connect the two and get creeped out. Can I bitch about Mattress Mack again? He’s a furniture huckster here in Houston that has turned to the MAGA dark side and has sued Harris county for election irregularities. (The candidate he backed lost.) > **[Mattress Mack sues Harris County over November election results](https://www.chron.com/news/houston-texas/article/mattress-mack-harris-county-elections-17783549.php)** > > The Houston furniture mogul is suing Harris County election officials for records... So besides his screaming commercials that play constantly (SAVES YOU MONEY!!!) - he’s all over the news. Just shut the fuck up! ---
**Author:** ![Biggirl](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/biggirl/32/3294_2.png) [@Biggirl](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Biggirl)\ **Post date:** [February 15, 2023, 3:37pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/again-with-the-annoying-commercials/790089/4196 "2023-02-15T15:37:11Z")
What is it with bedding salesmen and election madness? Is it poly batting poisoning or something? ---
**Author:** ![Jackmannii](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/jackmannii/32/311_2.png) [@Jackmannii](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jackmannii)\ **Post date:** [February 15, 2023, 9:41pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/again-with-the-annoying-commercials/790089/4197 "2023-02-15T21:41:14Z")
> [@Irishman](#): > > > [@snowthx](#): > > > > Besides, isn’t TurboTax supposed to eliminate the need to have someone else do your taxes? > > Yep, they were the premiere name in do your own taxes. Now suddenly they’re pushing themselves as a tax service. There isn’t enough money in helping people get things done on their own. That’s also why Angie’s List went from providing useful service reviews to the “Angi” incarnation, where the purpose is to get you to hook up with contractors. \*Turbotax may need extra dough to help pay that $141 million settlement. > **[You Could Be Eligible to Claim Money in TurboTax's $141 Million Settlement](https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/taxes/turbotaxs-141-million-settlement-who-is-eligible-to-claim-money-and-why/)** > > Did you pay for TurboTax's "free" tax-filing service? If so, you may be due money back. ---
**Author:** ![Skywatcher](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/skywatcher/32/254_2.png) [@Skywatcher](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Skywatcher)\ **Post date:** [February 15, 2023, 10:04pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/again-with-the-annoying-commercials/790089/4198 "2023-02-15T22:04:54Z")
> [@Jackmannii](#): > > There isn’t enough money in helping people get things done on their own. That’s also why Angie’s List went from providing useful service reviews to the “Angi” incarnation, where the purpose is to get you to hook up with contractors. Don’t forget [the conflicts of interest the List had:](https://www.forbes.com/sites/maggiemcgrath/2013/09/18/why-consumer-reports-says-you-cant-trust-angies-list/?sh=13a908e21bfa) > “[Angie’s List] makes a big point to say they’re consumer-driven, when in fact 70% of their revenue comes from advertising. It’s not advertising Coca Cola, it’s advertising from the companies they rate,” explained Jeff Blyskal, a senior editor for Consumer Reports. While companies do not pay to be listed on Angie’s List, companies can pay to appear higher up in the search results – which Blyskal believes compromises the validity of the Angie’s List sorting system. ---
**Author:** ![Shoeless](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/shoeless/32/7099_2.png) [@Shoeless](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Shoeless)\ **Post date:** [February 16, 2023, 1:58pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/again-with-the-annoying-commercials/790089/4199 "2023-02-16T13:58:51Z")
I’ve started noticing ads for some local plumbing company (apparently) named for the owner, Dick so-and-so, with both men and women proudly proclaiming how much they love Dick. I guess in these days of butt-crack deodorant ads, anything goes. ---
**Author:** ![Rebo](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/rebo/32/13005_2.png) [@Rebo](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Rebo)\ **Post date:** [February 16, 2023, 2:32pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/again-with-the-annoying-commercials/790089/4200 "2023-02-16T14:32:14Z")
In Houston, we’ve got a law firm named Dick Law Firm. I’m not joking. > **[Houston Insurance Claims Attorney](https://www.dicklawfirm.com/)** > > Dick Law Firm, PLLC represents clients knowing they will face strong opposition. The firm’s Houston insurance bad faith attorney has provided aggressive legal services in 1000+ cases. Call now for a free consult! ---
**Author:** ![Johnny\_L.A](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/johnny_l.a/32/1084_2.png) [@Johnny\_L.A](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Johnny_L.A)\ **Post date:** [February 16, 2023, 5:57pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/again-with-the-annoying-commercials/790089/4201 "2023-02-16T17:57:01Z")
The ads for WE tv’s _Life After Lockup_ are so annoying, my wife mutes them whenever they’re on. ---
**Author:** ![carrps](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/carrps/32/2957_2.png) [@carrps](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/carrps)\ **Post date:** [February 16, 2023, 7:41pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/again-with-the-annoying-commercials/790089/4202 "2023-02-16T19:41:38Z")
There’s some “health” product called Fruities and Veggies. Each category in its own bottle. They have several different commericals, but one I saw a few days ago skeeved me right out. This guy who looked like a televangelist was talking about how healthy fruits and veggies are. They’re natural! Well, so is arsenic. They’re from god! Although he does say you may have some other supernatural entity to blame, er, credit. But it’s so dumb. You can’t be getting the same health benefits from swallowing some capsules as you do from eating fresh fruit and vegetables. Just a dumb product. But it’s just the creepy vibe that really got to me. ---
**Author:** ![Beesnest](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/e495f1/32.png) [@Beesnest](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Beesnest)\ **Post date:** [March 16, 2023, 1:27am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/again-with-the-annoying-commercials/790089/4203 "2023-03-16T01:27:13Z")
News story found on Yahoo. T-mobile is buying Mint . No more Ryan met cute in a field, daddy knows best, awkward family Commercals??? Oh happy days ---
**Author:** ![Dewey\_Finn](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/dewey_finn/32/4222_2.png) [@Dewey\_Finn](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dewey_Finn)\ **Post date:** [March 16, 2023, 12:34pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/again-with-the-annoying-commercials/790089/4204 "2023-03-16T12:34:16Z")
From a New York Times article on the purchase of Mint Mobile, “Mr. Reynolds will continue in his creative role for the brand.” I _think_ that means he’ll still be in the commercials. ---
**Author:** ![Just\_Asking\_Questions](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/j/ba9def/32.png) [@Just\_Asking\_Questions](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Just_Asking_Questions)\ **Post date:** [March 16, 2023, 4:19pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/again-with-the-annoying-commercials/790089/4205 "2023-03-16T16:19:48Z")
> [@Johnny\_L.A](#): > > The ads for WE tv’s _Life After Lockup_ are so annoying, my wife mutes them whenever they’re on. Every commercial for every show on WE (other than L&O!) is so horrible, I start hearing my dad’s voice coming out of my mouth, “Who _watches_ this crap?!” [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/again-with-the-annoying-commercials/790089.md?page=209) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/again-with-the-annoying-commercials/790089.md?page=211)