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TV advertisers learn to cope with DVR

Jan 8, 2013
Almost half of American homes have a DVR, so viewers can record shows and watch them after they air, and advertisers are starting to come around to the concept.

The Street of Eternal Happiness: China's 'Mad Men'

Dec 24, 2012
In the latest stop on the Street of Eternal Happiness in Shanghai, a profile of an advertising agency's journey through the lucrative and challenging China market.

The CALM Act: No more loud commercials

Dec 13, 2012
Advertisers who turned up the volume to catch the attention of television watchers finally annoyed enough people that Congress outlawed the ploy.

Benetton criticized for boring new ads

Sep 20, 2012
Benetton -- the Italian clothing company that courts controversy in its advertising -- is making waves again today with its latest campaign. But this time, perhaps, for the wrong reasons: critics say it’s boring.

Will Ferrell loves Old Milwaukee

Dec 15, 2011
Will Ferrell recently taped a series of commercials for Old Milwaukee, pro bono.

Super Bowl ad wiz shares his all-time favorite commercials

Feb 3, 2011
On today's show, Bob Moon spoke with Joe Pytka, the man behind some of the most famous commercials of all time. Here are a couple of the...

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