From the BBC: “The Simpsons has been dropped from morning TV in Venezuela after being deemed unsuitable for children — and has been replaced by Baywatch.” Because the sons and daughters of the Bolivarian Revolution need role models like Pamela Anderson?
And to answer today’s featured question, the worst ad in the history of TV is any Chevy plug that includes the John Mellencamp song “This Is Our Country.” They ruined the ’06 MLB playoffs (this was my extended rant on it at the time, along with a clip of the original ad) and continue to be a blight on the human condition. Abominations such as this ought to be included in my proposed Cultural Crimes Tribunal at The Hague for the most glaring abuses of the privilege of mass media access. First case: The entire cast of “Full House.” Bob Saget, who has clearly shown contrition and remorse for his crimes, will be given special consideration but must still be included symbolically. As for the rest of ‘em, especially the Olsens (whose assets will be seized to finance the tribunal for many years to come): To the guillotine with you.
