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Aug 9
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Gold, Silver & Spinach: TV Shows As Mark...

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From our Season 12 Archives.... one of our favourites.


With multiple ways to skip commercials at our fingertips, advertisers have found a new way to reach the public. They’re jumping out of commercial breaks and into the storylines of television shows. This week, we look at a list of popular TV shows that aren’t just entertainment. They’re big marketing vehicles for companies. 




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