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LASIK with a Laugh: Spishak Products from MadTV
- Context: Optical
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Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around the humorous aspects of Spishak products as advertised on MadTV, particularly in relation to LASIK procedures. Participants share their observations and reactions to the parody elements presented in the advertisements.
Discussion Character
- Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Debate/contested
Main Points Raised
- Some participants find the Spishak products amusing, noting the absurdity of the advertisements.
- One participant highlights the lack of clear indicators that the advertisement is fake, pointing out the phrase "Don't blink!" and the mention of selling Valium online.
- Another participant comments on the disclaimer regarding the "painless procedure," emphasizing the FDA evaluation note.
- There is a humorous observation about the doctor in the advertisement wearing glasses, which adds to the comedic effect.
- A mention of "Femtosecond/excimer laser" is made, possibly in reference to actual LASIK technology, though the context is not fully explored.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants generally agree on the humorous nature of the Spishak products, but there is no consensus on the implications or deeper meanings behind the parody.
Contextual Notes
The discussion does not delve into the technical accuracy of LASIK procedures or the legitimacy of the claims made in the parody, leaving those aspects unresolved.
Who May Find This Useful
Readers interested in humor related to medical procedures, fans of MadTV, or those exploring the intersection of comedy and advertising may find this discussion engaging.
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Manchot
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That's pretty funny. The nice thing about it is that there are few giveaways that make it look fake. The only thing that I notice is the "Don't blink!" and the fact that they're allegedly selling Valium over the Internet. 
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I like how in the instructions they put a * next to "Perform the painless procedure."
Then at the bottom they put "*This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA."
Then at the bottom they put "*This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA."
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Manchot
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Ha ha, I just noticed that the doctor is wearing glasses!
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Rach3
"Femtosecond/excimer laser"
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