Miscellaneous

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In the pop culture journey, there’s some stuff that just doesn’t jive with any particular genre or medium. Here, Sam explores the mascot and spokemodels, commercials and cats’ opinions and brings to light stories that often slip through the cracks because they don’t fit anywhere else. Remember Murphy the Molar? Grimace? The girl whpo drank Doctor Pepper? Sam does, and he makes sure that these interesting stories aren’t forgotten.

Schlitze the Pinhead: One of Us! One of Us!

For the love of Yoko: A reexamination and appreciation of Yoko Ono

Often blamed for the breakup of one of the most beloved and influential pop bands of all time, Yoko Ono is in reality an unsung hero whose message of peace and love has been consistent despite the backlash.

The Evolution of the Grimace: Criminal mastermind or lovable fool?

What is Grimace? Sam clears up the question (as much as possible) and goes on to examine the history of the Grimace character, uncovering some surprising early information that bears little resemblance to the lovable purple something-or-other that he’s grown to become in recent years.