The Fall Of A Childhood Icon
Imagine my shock and horror when, late one night, I happened upon an infomercial that featured one of the most unlikely of pitchmen. But there we was, big as day and in full regalia, mohawk primped and perfect, gold chains around his neck, and sporting a “fresh out of the package” polo shirt. Aghast, I sat with wide, unbelieving eyes at my television, unable to comprehend the full meaning of it all. Mr. T, that beloved, illiterate icon of the 70′s and 80′s, had sold his soul to the infomercial gods, and was now hawking the latest in a long line of “as seen on TV” products that, according to the late Billy Mays, “no house and home can live without”.
I don’t know what upset me more; the fact that Mr. T was wearing an uncharacteristic button-down Polo shirt, or that he’s apparently half Klingon.
Mr. T, bought and paid for. This is something that goes against the very nature that is B.A. Baracus. Why, Mr. T…why?
Pitching the FlavorWave, which apparently can cook an entire turkey in 5 minutes, teach manners to your unruly children, and balance the national debt with the simple push of a button.
This miraculous product is brought to you by the good folks from the Cooking Club Of America, which is a scam of the highest order. From what I’ve read, these grifters charge members outrageous fees for “life-time memberships”, taking hundreds of dollars from you without your consent. Their aggressive, predatory practices are well recorded. If I were you, I’d stay as far away from anything having to do with the Cooking Club Of America. Unless, of course, you enjoy getting ripped off.
The traditional gold chains have been replaced with corporate marketing. Oh, Mr. T…look how far you’ve fallen.
And so, an icon falls. Next time, I’d do a bit of research just to see who you’re getting into bed with. Those shylocks from the Cooking Club Of America are nobody to mess with. Mr. T., IANAL, but I highly suggest that you review your contact with these people to ensure that they’re not going to burn you in some way or fashion. And get some better handlers…you know, somebody who has an ounce of sense and will steer you away from frauds like these.
