KFC make threepeat of eyebrow raising decisions

Not content with already bringing us the Double Down burger and developing the Skinwich (see earlier entries), KFC - or, more correctly in this instance, their parent company Yum Brands - have fronted up with the money to help construct a brand new event facility in Louisville, Kentucky. The catch? They have the naming right.

So yes, say hello to the KFC Yum! Center.



Here's some PR wiffle on this nonsense:

"Louisville Downtown Arena Officially Becomes KFC Yum! Center
Yum! Brands, LAA, Team Services Announce Long-Term Arena Naming Rights Agreement

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (April 19, 2010) – It’s official. Yum! Brands, a prominent, global corporation proud of its Louisville roots and extensive community involvement will stamp its name on the city’s newest addition. Effective immediately, KFC Yum! Center will be the new name for the 721,000 square-foot, downtown arena slated to open on time this fall. "

Some of the quote are quite chortle-inducing too:

"“We are absolutely thrilled to unveil our new arena name, KFC Yum! Center,” said Jim Host, Chair of the Louisville Arena Authority. “We have been patient throughout this process, knowing the excitement was building for this particular day when we could announce which company would capitalize on this marquee naming rights partnership."

The naming rights deal even extends to signage on the roof. For all those of you in Airships who happen to be passing over the venue.

Frankly, the whole thing leaves a sour taste in the mouth.

This week's canned good: Sandwiches

(amusingly, i misspelt the title as "This week's canned god." They wish.)



Oh yes. You are looking at a variety of canned sandwiches.

At first, I thought "every day, the world gets a bit lazier" and was about to launch into a tirade. But then I found this video....

Here's CEO of Candwich (what a title that is to bestow on one's self) Mark Kirkland talking to some Australian television presenters, who are already sniggering over the idea before he can explain it:



YOU HAVE TO MAKE IT!

So, it's designed to fit in a can - for convenience.

It's designed to fit into a vending machine - for convenience.

But then you have to make it yourself.

Neat as.

p.s. Anyone keen on that BBQ Chicken one, especially near the end of its use-by date?

Thought not.

Fat lady has sung on this idea

Oh dear.

It doesn't take much to make and/or design t-shirts.

Point proven above.

What we seem to have is a bizarre menagerie of The Simpsons, an award-winning ad from years ago (see below) and some incredibly sub-par draughtsmanship.



Here's just a couple of questions to the genious behind this creation.

WHO is the obese, nude lady?

WHY does she care where Bart Simpson is?

This is what happens when you smoke copious amounts of ganja early in the morning, because by the time you come up with "brilliant" ideas it's only lunchtime and you still have the entire afternoon to unfortunately put them into action.

Unskinny Burger

KFC, already infamous for their 'Double Down Burger' that seemingly constructed solely to give people's lower intestinal tract a fearsome workout, are now developing something to do the same to people's hearts and associated plumbing. The Skinwich.

Here's a quote from just one of thousands of everyday humans, equipped with a fully-functioning brain, who are expressing their confusion and disdain for this bizarre, disgusting idea:

"for the love of god ....it must be a joke!?? KFC new development something a delicious as a Skinwich?

What is a Skinwich you ask? it’s 5 layers of the colonel's fried chicken skin, lumped on a bun and topped with all American cheese and two slices of delicious bacon as an extra special prezzie to your arteries this cant be true"

And you thought Arby's were the champions of "Worlds Laziest Burger Chain", well it looks like they have a serious contender to that crown.

One size fits all

Even when it doesn't.

Thanks to Corsi for this, Corsi is in fact the king of sourcing smooch caps and headwear. we will have a feature on these very soon.

The adventures of Bob Nudd and his long pole

Contributed, headline, source and all, by Lady Rose.

Oh dear. Oh dear, oh dear, oh dear.

"Well, it's official: The Morning Rumble are giving away a boob job!

A few ground rules ... firstly, the photos can't contain full nudity, so we recommend you hold something up to cover the good bits. Second, the guys have to upload the pics on behalf of their girlfriends. Other than that, go nuts - be as creative as you like with what you choose to cover the boobs with. Scroll down and upload your pics below, plus approx 50 words explaining why your girl deserves to be the proud owner of The Morning Rumble's BOOBS!

Finalists will be chosen by The Morning Rumble. Judging criteria is based on the creativity of the entries, the need of the entrant, the 50-word blurb and the photo rating. Entries close Friday 20 August."

No photos, because well ...where to begin? Look at your own risk.

Thanks to Muckmouth for uncovering this smoob-tastic site.

Great for Stag, Hen, or Ostrich/Emu parties

WHAT IT IS: "NEW GREAT BLOW UP OSTRICH /EMU FANCY DRESS OUTFIT"

DETAIL OF AUCTION: "BRAND NEW

GREAT BLOW UP OSTRICH / EMU FANCY DRESS OUTFIT.

BLOWS UP BY A CONSTANT FAN USING BATTERIES SO KEEPS YOU COOL.

Fastens by pull cords round the wrists, ankles and zip at the back.

Free batteries included worth $5

One size fits all

I post by next working day courier so if you pay today I post tomorrow and you get the item the day after. (Working days)

PICK FROM PARAPARAUMU IF YOU WANT

Take a look at my other listings for other costumes

Great for Stag & Hen partys etc

Buy 5 (can be a mix of outfits) and get free postage.

Keywords, mens ladies cowgirl cowboy suit costume party girl boy lady man men women womens"

PRICE: Bidding starts at .....$69 or Buy Now for $70 (WHAT?)

QUESTONS AND ANSWERS: None, although I am tempted to ask the seller when Ostrich/Emu (either/or, just totally different species there) were crossbred with the common duck.


Thanks to Lady Rose for this contribution full of wow factor.

Can I tempt you....

...with a fetching Ford beanbag?

Fish Poop, more like (you're fired - Ed)