Informed Attraction 21. Brand Mascots III - Aubrey Hates Tony the Tiger
Sep 7, 2025
This discussion dives into the quirky world of brand mascots, featuring the controversial likes of Tony the Tiger and Chester Cheetah. The hosts share humorous banter about their childhood cereal and snack preferences, while also touching on the absurdities of mascot-themed media. They explore the emotional connections to these characters and the implications of food marketing on kids. Listeners get a taste of nostalgia mixed with debates on unhealthy food advertising and the evolution of mascot identities.
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Toy Collector Husband Story
- Aubrey recounts Josh's collector habit of buying duplicate toys to keep one pristine in packaging.
- She links it to his obsession with the TV show Toy Hunter and its limited availability online.
Mascots Fit Into Food System Politics
- Aubrey connects cereal and snack mascots to broader food-system politics and marketing to children.
- She argues that criticism of mascots needs nuance and context within food production, distribution, and marketing.
Hosts' Cereal Preferences
- Aubrey and Mackenna banter about which cereal mascots match their personalities and list favorite cereals.
- Aubrey names Fruity Pebbles, Frosted Flakes, and Cinnamon Toast Crunch as her top cereals.