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In the modern day, we’re so used to being advertised to, that an ad in our favorite films doesn’t even phase us anymore. However, the history of product placement and film might be more intertwined than you think, and while it wasn’t the first, the film, E.T. definitely played important part in shaping advertising in movies as we know it today.
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Two friends, Austin and Brenda, delve into the rich history of secret nerd mysteries near and dear to their hearts in their own loose, light-hearted way. If you’ve ever wondered “Why Saturday morning for cartoons?” or “How come Chuck E. Cheese cares so much about other people’s birthdays?”, this is the show for you!
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