What’s The Opposite Of A Fruit Pastille?

Here’s the latest episode of setisoppO, the podcast where we work out the opposite of things that don’t have a natural opposite. This week, we tackle the thorny subjects of fruit pastilles, water balloons, and jugs. Stop giggling at the back.

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In it, I mention this advertising campaign.

https://youtu.be/OKoDv7T82E8

I think the boy’s voice has been re-dubbed, and I get the impression this is a US advert originally. There was a trope in 80s adverts, where dares were made. See below, and also Shredded Wheat.

Iszi references this advert.

https://youtu.be/rxrlFU1xZw0

And I quickly talk about this one.

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