Hilarious! Toy Ads from the '80s and '90s

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In summary, some kids received a toy that had uranium in it and have since gotten sick. It is ridiculous that journalists would write about things like this without doing any research.
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I especially liked the lawn darts picture with the kid with a dart through his neck. That was hillarious.
 
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And the crackpots live on:

Kids do the darndest things, but not, apparently, nuclear physics. The toy was only sold for one year. It's unclear what effects the Uranium-bearing ores might have had on those few lucky children who received the set, but exposure to the same isotope—U-238—has been linked to Gulf War syndrome, cancer, leukemia, and lymphoma, among other serious ailments. Even more uncertain is the longterm impact of being raised by the kind of nerds who would give their kid an Atomic Energy Lab.
 
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It's quite ridiculous that tiny samples of alpha emitters and Wilson cloud chambers are listed here as "highly dangerous". To wax hyperbolic, it is an insult to the millions of veterans who died to give us freedom of press, for these lazy idiot "journalists" to squander it with their unresearched, unverified tripe.
 
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Hehe, look how the "journalist" puts " "very low-level" radiation sources" in quotes. She thinks it's ironic!

(edit: fixed her gender)
 
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Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaahhhh! Radioactive nuclear weapons! Think of the children!
 
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"The brightly-colored disco ball cost 1,500 Chuck E. Cheese tickets. For the average skee-baller, that adds up to about 15 months of play at a cost of approximately $20,000."

I had to laugh at that. I can remember convincing my parents to take me and some friends to chuck e. cheese's for a couple hours. Probably spent a good $100 playing the various games, and walked out with a few stickers you could get for $0.25 at the corner store. lol.
 
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And McDiabetes will kill a million times as many children as that whole list put together.
 
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Right under this topic I see "Potato Cannons"
 
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We had both lawn darts and sky dancers! Fortunately, we all have at least one shred of intelligence too.
 
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Hurkyl said:
We had both lawn darts and sky dancers!

For some real fun, glue 'em together. Dart dancers! wheeee!
 
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Under this thread are 90's arcade games, potato cannons, magnets, and legos...
 

FAQ: Hilarious! Toy Ads from the '80s and '90s

What makes these toy ads from the '80s and '90s so hilarious?

These toy ads are considered hilarious because they often used exaggerated and over-the-top scenarios to showcase the toys, as well as catchy jingles and memorable catchphrases.

Were these toy ads effective in selling the toys?

Yes, these toy ads were highly effective in selling the toys. They were often very entertaining and memorable, which made them stand out in a sea of other commercials. Additionally, they appealed to children and their parents, making them more likely to purchase the products.

What were some popular toys advertised during this time period?

Some popular toys advertised during the '80s and '90s include Barbie dolls, Nerf guns, Transformers, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and Super Soakers.

Why do people still remember these toy ads years later?

People remember these toy ads because they were a big part of their childhood. The catchy jingles and memorable catchphrases have stayed with them, and they often evoke feelings of nostalgia.

Are there any modern toy ads that are similar to those from the '80s and '90s?

Yes, there are still toy ads today that use similar tactics to those from the '80s and '90s. However, with the rise of social media and digital advertising, the format and delivery of these ads have evolved. They still aim to be entertaining and memorable, but they may also incorporate influencer marketing and online campaigns to reach a wider audience.

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