So, here's the deal. Quiznos announced they were going to give away ONE MILLION (cue Dr. Evil voice) free subs. All anyone had to do was log on to the free sub site, plug in some info, and receive an email containing a coupon. Easy as pie, right? And who's going to turn down free food in these trying economic times? Even if it does make you (read: me) feel sick for hours afterward.
I wasn't about to look a gift sandwich in the face, but apparently Quiznos isn't interested in me. Or some other females for that matter. I plugged in my email address (the one I use for junkmail, of course) and waited patiently for my coupon to arrive. I received nothing. I checked my spam folder - nothing. I waited a few hours thinking their servers may be overloaded, but nothing. Then I came across an AgencySpy article about the promotion. Apparently, I wasn't the only one getting denied.
So, I tried again. This time I entered all my information, but checked the radio button next to Male. Within minutes I had a coupon waiting in my inbox. Could it really be that Quiznos is not interested in giving females free subs?
I would imagine their consumers are mostly male, so perhaps they are limiting the number of coupons given to females. After a bit of research I've seen that some women are receiving coupons, so maybe, for example, only one woman receives a coupon for every five men? If this is the case, it could place Quiznos in a very bad light. I know I'm not happy about it, and don't intend to even use the coupon I was able to get.
To add insult to injury, even if you are male or one of the lucky females, the coupon can't be used in the New York or DC metro areas. When it comes down to it, it's really not worth the effort and wasted printer ink.
If this promotion really is limiting the amount of coupons it sends to women, I say very poor form, Quiznos.
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Quiznos is giving away a million subs, but you probably won't get one.
Thursday, February 19, 2009
Putting Jack in a Box
"Jack Box, Founder and CEO of Jack in the Box, was hit by a bus on Sunday, February 1st."
The official website (Hang In There Jack) features Get Well videos from fans, a JackCam to monitor his status and ample video updates from witnesses, paramedics, nurses and more. The Jack Box page on Facebook has over 10,000 fans and his Twitter has over 4,000 followers!
This campaign does a sensational job of successfully using modern means to interact with the public. Better yet, the content is sharp, witty and constantly updated. I'm a big fan, and I'm praying that Jack stays in Intensive Care for a couple more weeks.
Thursday, February 12, 2009
Does Pepé Propel you to buy a new phone? (See what I did there?)
Call me a lamer, if you will, but this AT&T add makes me giggle. Sure, it's not ground-breaking work, but I'd say this a good ad from them. Most of the advertising they put out is par for the course for most cell providers, and I'm pretty sick of hearing about them having "more bars in more places." At least this is somewhat endearing and reminds me of my childhood.
Sure, Pepé Le Pew may be a sexual harasser, but isn't that what's so charming about him!?
Notes: When I was 8 or so years old, I don't think I ever realized Penelope was a cat. Also, are you aware that Pepé is an Academy Award Winner? Wikipedia says it, so it must be true.
5 out of 10: Das Decent Ad
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
Manzer Hand-Crafted Guitars
This ad may not look like much, but it has one of the best lines I've read in some time: Imagine a therapist that does all the talking. I love it. Such great insight to the mind of a serious guitarist that does use playing and music to work out problems and ideas in his own mind. Good stuff.
Sunday, February 1, 2009
Ok, that's enough of that.
Time to focus on this game. I'll keep up the commentary on the ads though. Don't you worry your pretty little heads. Follow me over to Twitter.
Super Bowl XLIII: GE Smart Grid
Scarecrow, if you were like GE technology, you would be wayyyy smarter.
Super Bowl XLIII: Coca-Cola "Avatar"
Yeah, if you spend anymore time online, you're going to be your avatar IRL. Only Coke can change you back.
Super Bowl XLIII: Fandemonium
Well, as I'm currently under-employed, I will definitely be applying to become the Director of Fandemonium.
Super Bowl XLIII: Year One Trailer
Jack Black, Michael Cera, Paul Rudd, and David Cross being ridiculous in the Year One trailer. I laughed.
Super Bowl XLIII: Danica Patrick will do whatever your small mind wants her to
Buy a domain name, control Danica Patrick's life. I'm on it.
Super Bowl XLIII: David Abernathy is better than you, but still just like you
Cars.com gives you confidence even if you already have confidence.
Super Bowl XLIII: SoBe Water
Those creepy lizards are back and still dancing. This time they are performing with some not-so-graceful NFL players when their ballet takes on new life. Love seeing my boy Justin Tuck in there. Rumor has it this is supposed to be in 3-D also?
Super Bowl XLIII: Angels and Demons Trailer
Yet another movie trailer. This one for Angel and Demons. You know, that other book people got obsessed with a few years ago.
Super Bowl XLIII: Another Doritos Crash the Super Bowl
ha, ok. This Doritos submission I actually like.
Super Bowl XLIII: Doritos Crash the Super Bowl
Another Crash the Super Bowl submission. I prefer this one, but still feels too cheesy and very college. Not in a good way.
Super Bowl XLIII: Too Delicious?
Kind of awkward spot for Doritos. Snacks already grow on trees, they are called fruits. This is from the Crash the Super Bowl contest, in which anyone could submit their commercial idea.
Super Bowl XLIII: Monsters vs. Aliens
Trailer for Monsters vs. Aliens, the new flick from Dreamworks. This is the commercial that's going to be in 3-D, yeah?
Super Bowl XLIII: Bud Light Meeting
This is just a teaser of a Bud Light commercial, but I bet you can imagine how it ends.
Super Bowl XLIII: Another version of the worst movie ever
Fast and Furious 4? Seriously? I know the economy is bad and all, but can Vin Diesel and Paul Walker really find no other work?
Super Bowl XLIII: Land of the Lost
I haven't loved many of the movie trailers from recent Super Bowls, and this one doesn't wow me either. Although, "Matt Lauer can eat it," is a gem of a line.
Super Bowl XLIII: Cash4Gold for Laughs
I began this with a scoff and a "puhleeeze," but ended up chuckling after the MC Hammer appearance. I can't believe Cash4Gold can actually afford a Super Bowl spot.
Super Bowl XLIII: Wield your crappy beer with honor
Heineken is a great example of advertising that works. It's a terrible beer that people love to drink. Sense, it makes none. This, however, is not very impressive at all.
Super Bowl XLIII: Spoilers
Do you like to see things before everyone else? Do you love to sit back and smirk knowingly as people see things for the first time? Then you are going to love the next set of posts from DGA. Coming up we've got a slew of ads for you to watch before the game kicks off in an hour.
Get ready for a blitz of posts.
