Chris Catalano

Baltimore Ad Examiner
A 23-year-old Towson University graduate and true believer in advertising, Chris often finds himself fast forwarding through the program to get to the commercials. He may abuse to amuse, or he may share his feelings on the next truly great campaign.
  

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  • Monday: Baltimore Commercial of the Week
  • Tuesday: List of the Week
  • Wednesday: Agency Spotlight
  • Thursday: Whatever I Feel Like
  • Friday: Something Random

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POSTED June 24, 10:58 AM
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Scroll down and read the list on the left...

Basis hinges on a few things. And that is my desire/availability to post on a given day.  Or if something more pressing pops up that day.

And here's a random piece of cool advertising.


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More from Baltimore Ad Examiner

Monday Morning Fat Guy Dance

POSTED June 23, 10:04 AM
Chris Catalano - Baltimore Ad Examiner
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Happy Monday! More classic low budget 98 Rock advertising.... Read More

Agency Spotlight: MGH

POSTED June 19, 1:36 PM
Chris Catalano - Baltimore Ad Examiner
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Next up for the Ad Agency spotlight is MGH. It is merely coincidence I am doing another three letter shop.MGH:President: Andy MalisWebsite: http://mghus.comSize: Mid-LargeWhat are they willing to do for you? EverythingClient Sampling: Smyth Jewelers,... Read More
Topics: agency spotlight , MGH

It's a business doing pleasure with you

POSTED June 16, 1:44 PM
Chris Catalano - Baltimore Ad Examiner
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Well, without The Wire to give us our fix of premium channel original programming, I suggest you all tune into Showtime tonight.These shows may not hit Baltimore homes as hard as The Wire, but Weeds and Secret Diary of a Call Girl should merit... Read More

Agency Spotlight: GKV

POSTED June 12, 10:05 AM
Chris Catalano - Baltimore Ad Examiner
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For the next couple of weeks, I will be spotlighting several agencies in the Baltimore area. Why, you ask? Well, not only because I can, but also in preparation for my first installment of the Ad Agency Power Rankings. Come on, you know I've gotta... Read More

ESPN Continues To Get It Right

POSTED June 3, 8:39 AM
Chris Catalano - Baltimore Ad Examiner
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 ESPN never ceases to amaze me. Not only is it the quintessential sports information portal in the world, but they always seem to be involved in damn clever advertising. This time, they tackle America's health issues instead of LeBron James' throne... Read More
Topics: ESPN , men's health , Woody Paige , antelope?

Be Part of the O's Dream (in 1994)

POSTED June 2, 1:11 PM
Chris Catalano - Baltimore Ad Examiner
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 Now that the magic of the O's season seems to be wearing out on the heels of their promotional music video, let's go back to the strike shortened 1994 season, which is when the commercial below was filmed. There are some fashion gems evident in... Read More
Topics: Orioles , 90's garb , commercial

Overused Ad Gimmick Number Two

POSTED May 30, 8:54 AM
Chris Catalano - Baltimore Ad Examiner
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You love us, right?I'm going to let you in on a little secret. MARYLAND LOVES CRABS! Seriously.Moving forward with my list of overused ad gimmicks, there is not a more obvious choice when it comes to advertising centralized in Maryland. Not a day goes... Read More
Topics: crabs

Overused Ad Gimmick Number One

POSTED May 28, 8:51 AM
Chris Catalano - Baltimore Ad Examiner