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Something Interesting (Flash Back)

8 years ago

When I was much younger... There was a TV Show, called Zoey 101, that was extremely popular for it's time, geared to teen market. Anyway, in one of the episodes, Logan learns how to do laundry.. for the first time, and doesn't exactly understand the concept of using a scoop.

Why the heck is Mitch posting this? Because, there's something interesting... about the Laundry Detergent, they are using. It's a huge box, of "Best" brand detergent. Hmm... It has a striking similarity to a big name, I think we all know.

This is nostalgic as hell for me. But beyond that... it's actually really cool, to see that P&G simply produced special boxes of detergent for a TV Show. Now.. I imagine, the show paid dearly. But... what could someone, achieve... with a custom request?

Maybe April Fresh Downy? ;) I know it's a pipe-dream, but... wouldn't it be cool, if we all get custom detergent? Ooooh, such a dream :)

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mamapinky0

8 years ago

I wish this was mamapinky

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georgect
8 years ago
last modified: 8 years ago
For me it was The Brady Bunch and they used the "SAFE" name but it resembled nothing from P&G.

There was the one where they did a commercial for SAFE and another for when Bobby washes his suit and uses like the whole box of SAFE.

It looks like the washer and dryer were Whirlpools (I don't see an agitator).
Pawprint
8 years ago
Tighty whities, Hahahaha!!

How do u put the actual video clip in the message? When I put a YouTube link in, it just displays the link.
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georgect
8 years ago
I copy the URL that the video is in (from your browser), click on the "Video" link in this forum, paste the URL, click "Submit".
beaglenc
8 years ago
Thanks guys that is just too funny!
larsi_gw
8 years ago
@ George....OMG, I remember this Brady Bunch like it was yesterday. I even remembered what they were going to say, before they said it. AWESOME Post. Yes, this is my generation. Sorry Mitch. And look how damn awesome Carol's hair was!!! Dang, the 70's had style!!!!!
elcamino83
8 years ago
Only people on this thread would look to see if the washer had an agitator... Personally, I was thinking, "omg, I would LOVE an avocado green w/d!!"
elcamino83
8 years ago
I could see Amiee pulling this look off..
mamapinky0
8 years ago
Yes she sure could..hmm..maybe a photo shoot is in order this winter.
Laundry Mich
Original Author
8 years ago
last modified: 8 years ago
Did you guys catch... that the detergent, in my clip was both "Safe" & "Best" ;) There's also a flier for Rinso on the wall.

@Mamapinky, I'm surprised you didn't notice the Speed Queen machines, in the clip.

Originally in the Brady Bunch, they used the "Best" brand, until a soap company... asked them to film a commercial for "Safe". I think they we're supposedly given two thousand boxes of the stuff.

Personally... if I was using a Phosphate Free Detergent, without enzymes... I'd be tempted to pour in the whole box too ;)
larsi_gw
8 years ago
@ Mamap....if it makes you feel better, That picture you posted above is how we ALL think of you. Perfectly coiffed with your Bouffant hairdo, flawless makeup, pearls, apron, high heels and loading your bubble gum pink Lady Kenmore washer!!! ;)

XOxoXO
miami mami
8 years ago
These were both hilarious, but Im a brady buncher--i grew up watching that show and i also remember that episode like it was yesterday!
sparky823
8 years ago
Lars: Aren't the appliances in the picture GE instead of LKM? OR are you just using the KM as an example? Pink machines used to be very popular.
mamapinky0
8 years ago
YeP they are GE. Lol
larsi_gw
8 years ago
YES...just using Lady Kenmore for dramatic purposes. My eyes can still see they are not Lady Kenmore. LOL
sparky823
8 years ago
I didn't mean it smart. Just saying. I know you can see,(your Tide is showing lol) I am seeing all the Tide you are now hoarding. LOL I do LOVE Tide with Bleach--cleanest smell!!!

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