Category Archives: consumer

The Gum That Tastes Like Soap

Posted on Jun. 6, 2010 by Jody

Thrills: that purple gum that tastes like soap. The manufacturer even use the slogan: It still tastes like soap! I found Thrills in Freak Lunchbox, a wonderful candy store on Barrington Street in Halifax, close to Doull’s used book store. … Continue reading →

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iWant

Posted on May. 31, 2010 by Jody

I’m thinking about getting an iPod Touch; I’m not sure why. iConsumer iSuckered iNto iAdvertising. I’ve never owned an Apple product. I don’t want an iPad – too big. Update (June 20, 2010): I got the 8gb one for Father’s … Continue reading →

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I’m Not Going to London

Posted on Mar. 14, 2010 by Phillip

Jenny and I thought about taking a trip to London, England, because Air Canada is offering a round-trip special of $418 per person. I knew there would be a few hidden additional fees, but this is ridiculous. Check out the … Continue reading →

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Why Staples Instead of Future Shop

Posted on Feb. 24, 2010 by Phillip

I went to Future Shop / Best Buy the other day to get a specific wireless N router, but when I got there the sales person tried to pressure me into buying a router that was more than twice as … Continue reading →

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Comments on “Food, Inc.”

Posted on Dec. 27, 2009 by Phillip

Food, Inc. is a documentary film that addresses the problems of industrial food production. Nobody wants to see how hot dogs are made, but you don’t want to see how factory farm crops are grown either. We’re gradually making ourselves … Continue reading →

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