This is Love An American Original
Jun 4, 2025
Jeanne Abel, known for her quirky antics alongside her husband Alan, dives into their satirical campaign, the Society for Indecency to Naked Animals, which humorously advocated for animals to wear clothes. She shares delightful stories about picketing the White House and encounters with public figures. The couple's legacy also includes hilarious media pranks and family life intertwined with political satire, showcasing their unique bond through laughter and absurdity.
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CINNA Prank Gains Attention
- Jean and Alan Abel orchestrated a prank organization called CINNA that advocated for putting clothes on animals.
- They gained media attention with protests, including picketing in front of the White House in 1963.
Fake Founder Fuels CINNA Hoax
- Alan Abel created fake press releases and pamphlets to promote CINNA and even hired Buck Henry to impersonate the fictional founder.
- This led to TV interviews and widespread media coverage, although the organization was entirely fabricated.
Exposure Ends CINNA Hoax
- Alan Abel was exposed after Buck Henry was recognized as an actor while working at CBS.
- Walter Cronkite was upset when they found out CINNA was a hoax, and CBS severed ties with Abel for a time.