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[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN" ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"" ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell" ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)" ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is" ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want" ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?" ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them" ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?" ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"" ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?" ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay" ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?" ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks" ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?" ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game" ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer" ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?" ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates" ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy" ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS" ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂" ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude" ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude", ">\n\nDo you want something more American than getting carried away with ads?" ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude", ">\n\nDo you want something more American than getting carried away with ads?", ">\n\nI don't understand Reddit's general disdain for ads" ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude", ">\n\nDo you want something more American than getting carried away with ads?", ">\n\nI don't understand Reddit's general disdain for ads", ">\n\nThey want something entertaining in an afternoon party spent ignoring a football game." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude", ">\n\nDo you want something more American than getting carried away with ads?", ">\n\nI don't understand Reddit's general disdain for ads", ">\n\nThey want something entertaining in an afternoon party spent ignoring a football game.", ">\n\nI always think of Bill Burr when he was talking about super bowl parties. Same exact feeling 😂 I stopped going to them a while ago" ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude", ">\n\nDo you want something more American than getting carried away with ads?", ">\n\nI don't understand Reddit's general disdain for ads", ">\n\nThey want something entertaining in an afternoon party spent ignoring a football game.", ">\n\nI always think of Bill Burr when he was talking about super bowl parties. Same exact feeling 😂 I stopped going to them a while ago", ">\n\nSuper Bowl commercials use to be exciting because you'd never see them again. Now they're all on YouTube ahead of time. You can even see commercials from the past." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude", ">\n\nDo you want something more American than getting carried away with ads?", ">\n\nI don't understand Reddit's general disdain for ads", ">\n\nThey want something entertaining in an afternoon party spent ignoring a football game.", ">\n\nI always think of Bill Burr when he was talking about super bowl parties. Same exact feeling 😂 I stopped going to them a while ago", ">\n\nSuper Bowl commercials use to be exciting because you'd never see them again. Now they're all on YouTube ahead of time. You can even see commercials from the past.", ">\n\nWhen my father pressures me to go over his house for a Super Bowl Party when I hate football and sports in general, I need something to be entertained by, the commercials do that." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude", ">\n\nDo you want something more American than getting carried away with ads?", ">\n\nI don't understand Reddit's general disdain for ads", ">\n\nThey want something entertaining in an afternoon party spent ignoring a football game.", ">\n\nI always think of Bill Burr when he was talking about super bowl parties. Same exact feeling 😂 I stopped going to them a while ago", ">\n\nSuper Bowl commercials use to be exciting because you'd never see them again. Now they're all on YouTube ahead of time. You can even see commercials from the past.", ">\n\nWhen my father pressures me to go over his house for a Super Bowl Party when I hate football and sports in general, I need something to be entertained by, the commercials do that.", ">\n\nSo you’re depressed about people being entertained by things designed to be entertaining? Seems like a ‘you’ issue to me, tbh. Maybe you should watch a Zoloft ad, see if that helps cheer you up." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude", ">\n\nDo you want something more American than getting carried away with ads?", ">\n\nI don't understand Reddit's general disdain for ads", ">\n\nThey want something entertaining in an afternoon party spent ignoring a football game.", ">\n\nI always think of Bill Burr when he was talking about super bowl parties. Same exact feeling 😂 I stopped going to them a while ago", ">\n\nSuper Bowl commercials use to be exciting because you'd never see them again. Now they're all on YouTube ahead of time. You can even see commercials from the past.", ">\n\nWhen my father pressures me to go over his house for a Super Bowl Party when I hate football and sports in general, I need something to be entertained by, the commercials do that.", ">\n\nSo you’re depressed about people being entertained by things designed to be entertaining? Seems like a ‘you’ issue to me, tbh. Maybe you should watch a Zoloft ad, see if that helps cheer you up.", ">\n\nThere's no feeling worse than watching your team get blown out and then seeing those fucking Burger King ads." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude", ">\n\nDo you want something more American than getting carried away with ads?", ">\n\nI don't understand Reddit's general disdain for ads", ">\n\nThey want something entertaining in an afternoon party spent ignoring a football game.", ">\n\nI always think of Bill Burr when he was talking about super bowl parties. Same exact feeling 😂 I stopped going to them a while ago", ">\n\nSuper Bowl commercials use to be exciting because you'd never see them again. Now they're all on YouTube ahead of time. You can even see commercials from the past.", ">\n\nWhen my father pressures me to go over his house for a Super Bowl Party when I hate football and sports in general, I need something to be entertained by, the commercials do that.", ">\n\nSo you’re depressed about people being entertained by things designed to be entertaining? Seems like a ‘you’ issue to me, tbh. Maybe you should watch a Zoloft ad, see if that helps cheer you up.", ">\n\nThere's no feeling worse than watching your team get blown out and then seeing those fucking Burger King ads.", ">\n\nNo different than enthusiasm for watching a three hour game with 11 actual minutes of action. The rest of the time are replays, commentary and other pre-recorded footage." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude", ">\n\nDo you want something more American than getting carried away with ads?", ">\n\nI don't understand Reddit's general disdain for ads", ">\n\nThey want something entertaining in an afternoon party spent ignoring a football game.", ">\n\nI always think of Bill Burr when he was talking about super bowl parties. Same exact feeling 😂 I stopped going to them a while ago", ">\n\nSuper Bowl commercials use to be exciting because you'd never see them again. Now they're all on YouTube ahead of time. You can even see commercials from the past.", ">\n\nWhen my father pressures me to go over his house for a Super Bowl Party when I hate football and sports in general, I need something to be entertained by, the commercials do that.", ">\n\nSo you’re depressed about people being entertained by things designed to be entertaining? Seems like a ‘you’ issue to me, tbh. Maybe you should watch a Zoloft ad, see if that helps cheer you up.", ">\n\nThere's no feeling worse than watching your team get blown out and then seeing those fucking Burger King ads.", ">\n\nNo different than enthusiasm for watching a three hour game with 11 actual minutes of action. The rest of the time are replays, commentary and other pre-recorded footage.", ">\n\nFootball has been destroyed by ads. The sport isn't designed for athleticism, its designed to have as many stops as possible for ads." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude", ">\n\nDo you want something more American than getting carried away with ads?", ">\n\nI don't understand Reddit's general disdain for ads", ">\n\nThey want something entertaining in an afternoon party spent ignoring a football game.", ">\n\nI always think of Bill Burr when he was talking about super bowl parties. Same exact feeling 😂 I stopped going to them a while ago", ">\n\nSuper Bowl commercials use to be exciting because you'd never see them again. Now they're all on YouTube ahead of time. You can even see commercials from the past.", ">\n\nWhen my father pressures me to go over his house for a Super Bowl Party when I hate football and sports in general, I need something to be entertained by, the commercials do that.", ">\n\nSo you’re depressed about people being entertained by things designed to be entertaining? Seems like a ‘you’ issue to me, tbh. Maybe you should watch a Zoloft ad, see if that helps cheer you up.", ">\n\nThere's no feeling worse than watching your team get blown out and then seeing those fucking Burger King ads.", ">\n\nNo different than enthusiasm for watching a three hour game with 11 actual minutes of action. The rest of the time are replays, commentary and other pre-recorded footage.", ">\n\nFootball has been destroyed by ads. The sport isn't designed for athleticism, its designed to have as many stops as possible for ads.", ">\n\nIt's those commercials that fund the spectacular event. It is part of the reason they can pay the players so much money to risk body and mind in an incredibly dangerous sport. The fact that they put in extra effort for these commercials shouldn't bother you that much. No one forces you to buy the product. I get this is UP but lately they have just been mad/spiteful ones" ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude", ">\n\nDo you want something more American than getting carried away with ads?", ">\n\nI don't understand Reddit's general disdain for ads", ">\n\nThey want something entertaining in an afternoon party spent ignoring a football game.", ">\n\nI always think of Bill Burr when he was talking about super bowl parties. Same exact feeling 😂 I stopped going to them a while ago", ">\n\nSuper Bowl commercials use to be exciting because you'd never see them again. Now they're all on YouTube ahead of time. You can even see commercials from the past.", ">\n\nWhen my father pressures me to go over his house for a Super Bowl Party when I hate football and sports in general, I need something to be entertained by, the commercials do that.", ">\n\nSo you’re depressed about people being entertained by things designed to be entertaining? Seems like a ‘you’ issue to me, tbh. Maybe you should watch a Zoloft ad, see if that helps cheer you up.", ">\n\nThere's no feeling worse than watching your team get blown out and then seeing those fucking Burger King ads.", ">\n\nNo different than enthusiasm for watching a three hour game with 11 actual minutes of action. The rest of the time are replays, commentary and other pre-recorded footage.", ">\n\nFootball has been destroyed by ads. The sport isn't designed for athleticism, its designed to have as many stops as possible for ads.", ">\n\nIt's those commercials that fund the spectacular event. It is part of the reason they can pay the players so much money to risk body and mind in an incredibly dangerous sport. The fact that they put in extra effort for these commercials shouldn't bother you that much. No one forces you to buy the product. I get this is UP but lately they have just been mad/spiteful ones", ">\n\nHow do you expect us to pay football players bajallions of dollars?" ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude", ">\n\nDo you want something more American than getting carried away with ads?", ">\n\nI don't understand Reddit's general disdain for ads", ">\n\nThey want something entertaining in an afternoon party spent ignoring a football game.", ">\n\nI always think of Bill Burr when he was talking about super bowl parties. Same exact feeling 😂 I stopped going to them a while ago", ">\n\nSuper Bowl commercials use to be exciting because you'd never see them again. Now they're all on YouTube ahead of time. You can even see commercials from the past.", ">\n\nWhen my father pressures me to go over his house for a Super Bowl Party when I hate football and sports in general, I need something to be entertained by, the commercials do that.", ">\n\nSo you’re depressed about people being entertained by things designed to be entertaining? Seems like a ‘you’ issue to me, tbh. Maybe you should watch a Zoloft ad, see if that helps cheer you up.", ">\n\nThere's no feeling worse than watching your team get blown out and then seeing those fucking Burger King ads.", ">\n\nNo different than enthusiasm for watching a three hour game with 11 actual minutes of action. The rest of the time are replays, commentary and other pre-recorded footage.", ">\n\nFootball has been destroyed by ads. The sport isn't designed for athleticism, its designed to have as many stops as possible for ads.", ">\n\nIt's those commercials that fund the spectacular event. It is part of the reason they can pay the players so much money to risk body and mind in an incredibly dangerous sport. The fact that they put in extra effort for these commercials shouldn't bother you that much. No one forces you to buy the product. I get this is UP but lately they have just been mad/spiteful ones", ">\n\nHow do you expect us to pay football players bajallions of dollars?", ">\n\nWe're gonna deluged anyway, might as well enjoy ourselves" ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude", ">\n\nDo you want something more American than getting carried away with ads?", ">\n\nI don't understand Reddit's general disdain for ads", ">\n\nThey want something entertaining in an afternoon party spent ignoring a football game.", ">\n\nI always think of Bill Burr when he was talking about super bowl parties. Same exact feeling 😂 I stopped going to them a while ago", ">\n\nSuper Bowl commercials use to be exciting because you'd never see them again. Now they're all on YouTube ahead of time. You can even see commercials from the past.", ">\n\nWhen my father pressures me to go over his house for a Super Bowl Party when I hate football and sports in general, I need something to be entertained by, the commercials do that.", ">\n\nSo you’re depressed about people being entertained by things designed to be entertaining? Seems like a ‘you’ issue to me, tbh. Maybe you should watch a Zoloft ad, see if that helps cheer you up.", ">\n\nThere's no feeling worse than watching your team get blown out and then seeing those fucking Burger King ads.", ">\n\nNo different than enthusiasm for watching a three hour game with 11 actual minutes of action. The rest of the time are replays, commentary and other pre-recorded footage.", ">\n\nFootball has been destroyed by ads. The sport isn't designed for athleticism, its designed to have as many stops as possible for ads.", ">\n\nIt's those commercials that fund the spectacular event. It is part of the reason they can pay the players so much money to risk body and mind in an incredibly dangerous sport. The fact that they put in extra effort for these commercials shouldn't bother you that much. No one forces you to buy the product. I get this is UP but lately they have just been mad/spiteful ones", ">\n\nHow do you expect us to pay football players bajallions of dollars?", ">\n\nWe're gonna deluged anyway, might as well enjoy ourselves", ">\n\nDon't yuck my yum. I'm sure there is more embarrassing stuff I do." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude", ">\n\nDo you want something more American than getting carried away with ads?", ">\n\nI don't understand Reddit's general disdain for ads", ">\n\nThey want something entertaining in an afternoon party spent ignoring a football game.", ">\n\nI always think of Bill Burr when he was talking about super bowl parties. Same exact feeling 😂 I stopped going to them a while ago", ">\n\nSuper Bowl commercials use to be exciting because you'd never see them again. Now they're all on YouTube ahead of time. You can even see commercials from the past.", ">\n\nWhen my father pressures me to go over his house for a Super Bowl Party when I hate football and sports in general, I need something to be entertained by, the commercials do that.", ">\n\nSo you’re depressed about people being entertained by things designed to be entertaining? Seems like a ‘you’ issue to me, tbh. Maybe you should watch a Zoloft ad, see if that helps cheer you up.", ">\n\nThere's no feeling worse than watching your team get blown out and then seeing those fucking Burger King ads.", ">\n\nNo different than enthusiasm for watching a three hour game with 11 actual minutes of action. The rest of the time are replays, commentary and other pre-recorded footage.", ">\n\nFootball has been destroyed by ads. The sport isn't designed for athleticism, its designed to have as many stops as possible for ads.", ">\n\nIt's those commercials that fund the spectacular event. It is part of the reason they can pay the players so much money to risk body and mind in an incredibly dangerous sport. The fact that they put in extra effort for these commercials shouldn't bother you that much. No one forces you to buy the product. I get this is UP but lately they have just been mad/spiteful ones", ">\n\nHow do you expect us to pay football players bajallions of dollars?", ">\n\nWe're gonna deluged anyway, might as well enjoy ourselves", ">\n\nDon't yuck my yum. I'm sure there is more embarrassing stuff I do.", ">\n\nWhat else are we supposed to watch? Football?" ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude", ">\n\nDo you want something more American than getting carried away with ads?", ">\n\nI don't understand Reddit's general disdain for ads", ">\n\nThey want something entertaining in an afternoon party spent ignoring a football game.", ">\n\nI always think of Bill Burr when he was talking about super bowl parties. Same exact feeling 😂 I stopped going to them a while ago", ">\n\nSuper Bowl commercials use to be exciting because you'd never see them again. Now they're all on YouTube ahead of time. You can even see commercials from the past.", ">\n\nWhen my father pressures me to go over his house for a Super Bowl Party when I hate football and sports in general, I need something to be entertained by, the commercials do that.", ">\n\nSo you’re depressed about people being entertained by things designed to be entertaining? Seems like a ‘you’ issue to me, tbh. Maybe you should watch a Zoloft ad, see if that helps cheer you up.", ">\n\nThere's no feeling worse than watching your team get blown out and then seeing those fucking Burger King ads.", ">\n\nNo different than enthusiasm for watching a three hour game with 11 actual minutes of action. The rest of the time are replays, commentary and other pre-recorded footage.", ">\n\nFootball has been destroyed by ads. The sport isn't designed for athleticism, its designed to have as many stops as possible for ads.", ">\n\nIt's those commercials that fund the spectacular event. It is part of the reason they can pay the players so much money to risk body and mind in an incredibly dangerous sport. The fact that they put in extra effort for these commercials shouldn't bother you that much. No one forces you to buy the product. I get this is UP but lately they have just been mad/spiteful ones", ">\n\nHow do you expect us to pay football players bajallions of dollars?", ">\n\nWe're gonna deluged anyway, might as well enjoy ourselves", ">\n\nDon't yuck my yum. I'm sure there is more embarrassing stuff I do.", ">\n\nWhat else are we supposed to watch? Football?", ">\n\n20 years ago, it was a different story. It was also the super bowl for marketing companies where they were going to show their best work. \nNow, it's almost 100% pure shit." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude", ">\n\nDo you want something more American than getting carried away with ads?", ">\n\nI don't understand Reddit's general disdain for ads", ">\n\nThey want something entertaining in an afternoon party spent ignoring a football game.", ">\n\nI always think of Bill Burr when he was talking about super bowl parties. Same exact feeling 😂 I stopped going to them a while ago", ">\n\nSuper Bowl commercials use to be exciting because you'd never see them again. Now they're all on YouTube ahead of time. You can even see commercials from the past.", ">\n\nWhen my father pressures me to go over his house for a Super Bowl Party when I hate football and sports in general, I need something to be entertained by, the commercials do that.", ">\n\nSo you’re depressed about people being entertained by things designed to be entertaining? Seems like a ‘you’ issue to me, tbh. Maybe you should watch a Zoloft ad, see if that helps cheer you up.", ">\n\nThere's no feeling worse than watching your team get blown out and then seeing those fucking Burger King ads.", ">\n\nNo different than enthusiasm for watching a three hour game with 11 actual minutes of action. The rest of the time are replays, commentary and other pre-recorded footage.", ">\n\nFootball has been destroyed by ads. The sport isn't designed for athleticism, its designed to have as many stops as possible for ads.", ">\n\nIt's those commercials that fund the spectacular event. It is part of the reason they can pay the players so much money to risk body and mind in an incredibly dangerous sport. The fact that they put in extra effort for these commercials shouldn't bother you that much. No one forces you to buy the product. I get this is UP but lately they have just been mad/spiteful ones", ">\n\nHow do you expect us to pay football players bajallions of dollars?", ">\n\nWe're gonna deluged anyway, might as well enjoy ourselves", ">\n\nDon't yuck my yum. I'm sure there is more embarrassing stuff I do.", ">\n\nWhat else are we supposed to watch? Football?", ">\n\n20 years ago, it was a different story. It was also the super bowl for marketing companies where they were going to show their best work. \nNow, it's almost 100% pure shit.", ">\n\n2009 career builder commercial where the Koala gets punched is probably the best commercial ever." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude", ">\n\nDo you want something more American than getting carried away with ads?", ">\n\nI don't understand Reddit's general disdain for ads", ">\n\nThey want something entertaining in an afternoon party spent ignoring a football game.", ">\n\nI always think of Bill Burr when he was talking about super bowl parties. Same exact feeling 😂 I stopped going to them a while ago", ">\n\nSuper Bowl commercials use to be exciting because you'd never see them again. Now they're all on YouTube ahead of time. You can even see commercials from the past.", ">\n\nWhen my father pressures me to go over his house for a Super Bowl Party when I hate football and sports in general, I need something to be entertained by, the commercials do that.", ">\n\nSo you’re depressed about people being entertained by things designed to be entertaining? Seems like a ‘you’ issue to me, tbh. Maybe you should watch a Zoloft ad, see if that helps cheer you up.", ">\n\nThere's no feeling worse than watching your team get blown out and then seeing those fucking Burger King ads.", ">\n\nNo different than enthusiasm for watching a three hour game with 11 actual minutes of action. The rest of the time are replays, commentary and other pre-recorded footage.", ">\n\nFootball has been destroyed by ads. The sport isn't designed for athleticism, its designed to have as many stops as possible for ads.", ">\n\nIt's those commercials that fund the spectacular event. It is part of the reason they can pay the players so much money to risk body and mind in an incredibly dangerous sport. The fact that they put in extra effort for these commercials shouldn't bother you that much. No one forces you to buy the product. I get this is UP but lately they have just been mad/spiteful ones", ">\n\nHow do you expect us to pay football players bajallions of dollars?", ">\n\nWe're gonna deluged anyway, might as well enjoy ourselves", ">\n\nDon't yuck my yum. I'm sure there is more embarrassing stuff I do.", ">\n\nWhat else are we supposed to watch? Football?", ">\n\n20 years ago, it was a different story. It was also the super bowl for marketing companies where they were going to show their best work. \nNow, it's almost 100% pure shit.", ">\n\n2009 career builder commercial where the Koala gets punched is probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nI can't deal with \"commercial\" people." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude", ">\n\nDo you want something more American than getting carried away with ads?", ">\n\nI don't understand Reddit's general disdain for ads", ">\n\nThey want something entertaining in an afternoon party spent ignoring a football game.", ">\n\nI always think of Bill Burr when he was talking about super bowl parties. Same exact feeling 😂 I stopped going to them a while ago", ">\n\nSuper Bowl commercials use to be exciting because you'd never see them again. Now they're all on YouTube ahead of time. You can even see commercials from the past.", ">\n\nWhen my father pressures me to go over his house for a Super Bowl Party when I hate football and sports in general, I need something to be entertained by, the commercials do that.", ">\n\nSo you’re depressed about people being entertained by things designed to be entertaining? Seems like a ‘you’ issue to me, tbh. Maybe you should watch a Zoloft ad, see if that helps cheer you up.", ">\n\nThere's no feeling worse than watching your team get blown out and then seeing those fucking Burger King ads.", ">\n\nNo different than enthusiasm for watching a three hour game with 11 actual minutes of action. The rest of the time are replays, commentary and other pre-recorded footage.", ">\n\nFootball has been destroyed by ads. The sport isn't designed for athleticism, its designed to have as many stops as possible for ads.", ">\n\nIt's those commercials that fund the spectacular event. It is part of the reason they can pay the players so much money to risk body and mind in an incredibly dangerous sport. The fact that they put in extra effort for these commercials shouldn't bother you that much. No one forces you to buy the product. I get this is UP but lately they have just been mad/spiteful ones", ">\n\nHow do you expect us to pay football players bajallions of dollars?", ">\n\nWe're gonna deluged anyway, might as well enjoy ourselves", ">\n\nDon't yuck my yum. I'm sure there is more embarrassing stuff I do.", ">\n\nWhat else are we supposed to watch? Football?", ">\n\n20 years ago, it was a different story. It was also the super bowl for marketing companies where they were going to show their best work. \nNow, it's almost 100% pure shit.", ">\n\n2009 career builder commercial where the Koala gets punched is probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nI can't deal with \"commercial\" people.", ">\n\nSuperbowl ads aren’t really funny anymore. The most recent funny ads I can remember were in superbowl 52. And no one’s excited because of the commercial aspect, just because they’re funny." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude", ">\n\nDo you want something more American than getting carried away with ads?", ">\n\nI don't understand Reddit's general disdain for ads", ">\n\nThey want something entertaining in an afternoon party spent ignoring a football game.", ">\n\nI always think of Bill Burr when he was talking about super bowl parties. Same exact feeling 😂 I stopped going to them a while ago", ">\n\nSuper Bowl commercials use to be exciting because you'd never see them again. Now they're all on YouTube ahead of time. You can even see commercials from the past.", ">\n\nWhen my father pressures me to go over his house for a Super Bowl Party when I hate football and sports in general, I need something to be entertained by, the commercials do that.", ">\n\nSo you’re depressed about people being entertained by things designed to be entertaining? Seems like a ‘you’ issue to me, tbh. Maybe you should watch a Zoloft ad, see if that helps cheer you up.", ">\n\nThere's no feeling worse than watching your team get blown out and then seeing those fucking Burger King ads.", ">\n\nNo different than enthusiasm for watching a three hour game with 11 actual minutes of action. The rest of the time are replays, commentary and other pre-recorded footage.", ">\n\nFootball has been destroyed by ads. The sport isn't designed for athleticism, its designed to have as many stops as possible for ads.", ">\n\nIt's those commercials that fund the spectacular event. It is part of the reason they can pay the players so much money to risk body and mind in an incredibly dangerous sport. The fact that they put in extra effort for these commercials shouldn't bother you that much. No one forces you to buy the product. I get this is UP but lately they have just been mad/spiteful ones", ">\n\nHow do you expect us to pay football players bajallions of dollars?", ">\n\nWe're gonna deluged anyway, might as well enjoy ourselves", ">\n\nDon't yuck my yum. I'm sure there is more embarrassing stuff I do.", ">\n\nWhat else are we supposed to watch? Football?", ">\n\n20 years ago, it was a different story. It was also the super bowl for marketing companies where they were going to show their best work. \nNow, it's almost 100% pure shit.", ">\n\n2009 career builder commercial where the Koala gets punched is probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nI can't deal with \"commercial\" people.", ">\n\nSuperbowl ads aren’t really funny anymore. The most recent funny ads I can remember were in superbowl 52. And no one’s excited because of the commercial aspect, just because they’re funny.", ">\n\nNever mind the ads, how about glorifying a sport that leads to brain damage and thinking it is a reasonable hobby to follow the statistics of grown men in tights playing with balls." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude", ">\n\nDo you want something more American than getting carried away with ads?", ">\n\nI don't understand Reddit's general disdain for ads", ">\n\nThey want something entertaining in an afternoon party spent ignoring a football game.", ">\n\nI always think of Bill Burr when he was talking about super bowl parties. Same exact feeling 😂 I stopped going to them a while ago", ">\n\nSuper Bowl commercials use to be exciting because you'd never see them again. Now they're all on YouTube ahead of time. You can even see commercials from the past.", ">\n\nWhen my father pressures me to go over his house for a Super Bowl Party when I hate football and sports in general, I need something to be entertained by, the commercials do that.", ">\n\nSo you’re depressed about people being entertained by things designed to be entertaining? Seems like a ‘you’ issue to me, tbh. Maybe you should watch a Zoloft ad, see if that helps cheer you up.", ">\n\nThere's no feeling worse than watching your team get blown out and then seeing those fucking Burger King ads.", ">\n\nNo different than enthusiasm for watching a three hour game with 11 actual minutes of action. The rest of the time are replays, commentary and other pre-recorded footage.", ">\n\nFootball has been destroyed by ads. The sport isn't designed for athleticism, its designed to have as many stops as possible for ads.", ">\n\nIt's those commercials that fund the spectacular event. It is part of the reason they can pay the players so much money to risk body and mind in an incredibly dangerous sport. The fact that they put in extra effort for these commercials shouldn't bother you that much. No one forces you to buy the product. I get this is UP but lately they have just been mad/spiteful ones", ">\n\nHow do you expect us to pay football players bajallions of dollars?", ">\n\nWe're gonna deluged anyway, might as well enjoy ourselves", ">\n\nDon't yuck my yum. I'm sure there is more embarrassing stuff I do.", ">\n\nWhat else are we supposed to watch? Football?", ">\n\n20 years ago, it was a different story. It was also the super bowl for marketing companies where they were going to show their best work. \nNow, it's almost 100% pure shit.", ">\n\n2009 career builder commercial where the Koala gets punched is probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nI can't deal with \"commercial\" people.", ">\n\nSuperbowl ads aren’t really funny anymore. The most recent funny ads I can remember were in superbowl 52. And no one’s excited because of the commercial aspect, just because they’re funny.", ">\n\nNever mind the ads, how about glorifying a sport that leads to brain damage and thinking it is a reasonable hobby to follow the statistics of grown men in tights playing with balls.", ">\n\nThey used to be a huge deal. The Pepsi Clear commercial? Companies used to come up with creative things that were a big deal, not so much anymore." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude", ">\n\nDo you want something more American than getting carried away with ads?", ">\n\nI don't understand Reddit's general disdain for ads", ">\n\nThey want something entertaining in an afternoon party spent ignoring a football game.", ">\n\nI always think of Bill Burr when he was talking about super bowl parties. Same exact feeling 😂 I stopped going to them a while ago", ">\n\nSuper Bowl commercials use to be exciting because you'd never see them again. Now they're all on YouTube ahead of time. You can even see commercials from the past.", ">\n\nWhen my father pressures me to go over his house for a Super Bowl Party when I hate football and sports in general, I need something to be entertained by, the commercials do that.", ">\n\nSo you’re depressed about people being entertained by things designed to be entertaining? Seems like a ‘you’ issue to me, tbh. Maybe you should watch a Zoloft ad, see if that helps cheer you up.", ">\n\nThere's no feeling worse than watching your team get blown out and then seeing those fucking Burger King ads.", ">\n\nNo different than enthusiasm for watching a three hour game with 11 actual minutes of action. The rest of the time are replays, commentary and other pre-recorded footage.", ">\n\nFootball has been destroyed by ads. The sport isn't designed for athleticism, its designed to have as many stops as possible for ads.", ">\n\nIt's those commercials that fund the spectacular event. It is part of the reason they can pay the players so much money to risk body and mind in an incredibly dangerous sport. The fact that they put in extra effort for these commercials shouldn't bother you that much. No one forces you to buy the product. I get this is UP but lately they have just been mad/spiteful ones", ">\n\nHow do you expect us to pay football players bajallions of dollars?", ">\n\nWe're gonna deluged anyway, might as well enjoy ourselves", ">\n\nDon't yuck my yum. I'm sure there is more embarrassing stuff I do.", ">\n\nWhat else are we supposed to watch? Football?", ">\n\n20 years ago, it was a different story. It was also the super bowl for marketing companies where they were going to show their best work. \nNow, it's almost 100% pure shit.", ">\n\n2009 career builder commercial where the Koala gets punched is probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nI can't deal with \"commercial\" people.", ">\n\nSuperbowl ads aren’t really funny anymore. The most recent funny ads I can remember were in superbowl 52. And no one’s excited because of the commercial aspect, just because they’re funny.", ">\n\nNever mind the ads, how about glorifying a sport that leads to brain damage and thinking it is a reasonable hobby to follow the statistics of grown men in tights playing with balls.", ">\n\nThey used to be a huge deal. The Pepsi Clear commercial? Companies used to come up with creative things that were a big deal, not so much anymore.", ">\n\nThey aren't that smart." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude", ">\n\nDo you want something more American than getting carried away with ads?", ">\n\nI don't understand Reddit's general disdain for ads", ">\n\nThey want something entertaining in an afternoon party spent ignoring a football game.", ">\n\nI always think of Bill Burr when he was talking about super bowl parties. Same exact feeling 😂 I stopped going to them a while ago", ">\n\nSuper Bowl commercials use to be exciting because you'd never see them again. Now they're all on YouTube ahead of time. You can even see commercials from the past.", ">\n\nWhen my father pressures me to go over his house for a Super Bowl Party when I hate football and sports in general, I need something to be entertained by, the commercials do that.", ">\n\nSo you’re depressed about people being entertained by things designed to be entertaining? Seems like a ‘you’ issue to me, tbh. Maybe you should watch a Zoloft ad, see if that helps cheer you up.", ">\n\nThere's no feeling worse than watching your team get blown out and then seeing those fucking Burger King ads.", ">\n\nNo different than enthusiasm for watching a three hour game with 11 actual minutes of action. The rest of the time are replays, commentary and other pre-recorded footage.", ">\n\nFootball has been destroyed by ads. The sport isn't designed for athleticism, its designed to have as many stops as possible for ads.", ">\n\nIt's those commercials that fund the spectacular event. It is part of the reason they can pay the players so much money to risk body and mind in an incredibly dangerous sport. The fact that they put in extra effort for these commercials shouldn't bother you that much. No one forces you to buy the product. I get this is UP but lately they have just been mad/spiteful ones", ">\n\nHow do you expect us to pay football players bajallions of dollars?", ">\n\nWe're gonna deluged anyway, might as well enjoy ourselves", ">\n\nDon't yuck my yum. I'm sure there is more embarrassing stuff I do.", ">\n\nWhat else are we supposed to watch? Football?", ">\n\n20 years ago, it was a different story. It was also the super bowl for marketing companies where they were going to show their best work. \nNow, it's almost 100% pure shit.", ">\n\n2009 career builder commercial where the Koala gets punched is probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nI can't deal with \"commercial\" people.", ">\n\nSuperbowl ads aren’t really funny anymore. The most recent funny ads I can remember were in superbowl 52. And no one’s excited because of the commercial aspect, just because they’re funny.", ">\n\nNever mind the ads, how about glorifying a sport that leads to brain damage and thinking it is a reasonable hobby to follow the statistics of grown men in tights playing with balls.", ">\n\nThey used to be a huge deal. The Pepsi Clear commercial? Companies used to come up with creative things that were a big deal, not so much anymore.", ">\n\nThey aren't that smart.", ">\n\nDon’t look at me. I don’t do commercials, I don’t do sports. I am entirely un-American." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude", ">\n\nDo you want something more American than getting carried away with ads?", ">\n\nI don't understand Reddit's general disdain for ads", ">\n\nThey want something entertaining in an afternoon party spent ignoring a football game.", ">\n\nI always think of Bill Burr when he was talking about super bowl parties. Same exact feeling 😂 I stopped going to them a while ago", ">\n\nSuper Bowl commercials use to be exciting because you'd never see them again. Now they're all on YouTube ahead of time. You can even see commercials from the past.", ">\n\nWhen my father pressures me to go over his house for a Super Bowl Party when I hate football and sports in general, I need something to be entertained by, the commercials do that.", ">\n\nSo you’re depressed about people being entertained by things designed to be entertaining? Seems like a ‘you’ issue to me, tbh. Maybe you should watch a Zoloft ad, see if that helps cheer you up.", ">\n\nThere's no feeling worse than watching your team get blown out and then seeing those fucking Burger King ads.", ">\n\nNo different than enthusiasm for watching a three hour game with 11 actual minutes of action. The rest of the time are replays, commentary and other pre-recorded footage.", ">\n\nFootball has been destroyed by ads. The sport isn't designed for athleticism, its designed to have as many stops as possible for ads.", ">\n\nIt's those commercials that fund the spectacular event. It is part of the reason they can pay the players so much money to risk body and mind in an incredibly dangerous sport. The fact that they put in extra effort for these commercials shouldn't bother you that much. No one forces you to buy the product. I get this is UP but lately they have just been mad/spiteful ones", ">\n\nHow do you expect us to pay football players bajallions of dollars?", ">\n\nWe're gonna deluged anyway, might as well enjoy ourselves", ">\n\nDon't yuck my yum. I'm sure there is more embarrassing stuff I do.", ">\n\nWhat else are we supposed to watch? Football?", ">\n\n20 years ago, it was a different story. It was also the super bowl for marketing companies where they were going to show their best work. \nNow, it's almost 100% pure shit.", ">\n\n2009 career builder commercial where the Koala gets punched is probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nI can't deal with \"commercial\" people.", ">\n\nSuperbowl ads aren’t really funny anymore. The most recent funny ads I can remember were in superbowl 52. And no one’s excited because of the commercial aspect, just because they’re funny.", ">\n\nNever mind the ads, how about glorifying a sport that leads to brain damage and thinking it is a reasonable hobby to follow the statistics of grown men in tights playing with balls.", ">\n\nThey used to be a huge deal. The Pepsi Clear commercial? Companies used to come up with creative things that were a big deal, not so much anymore.", ">\n\nThey aren't that smart.", ">\n\nDon’t look at me. I don’t do commercials, I don’t do sports. I am entirely un-American.", ">\n\nDon't get it either." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude", ">\n\nDo you want something more American than getting carried away with ads?", ">\n\nI don't understand Reddit's general disdain for ads", ">\n\nThey want something entertaining in an afternoon party spent ignoring a football game.", ">\n\nI always think of Bill Burr when he was talking about super bowl parties. Same exact feeling 😂 I stopped going to them a while ago", ">\n\nSuper Bowl commercials use to be exciting because you'd never see them again. Now they're all on YouTube ahead of time. You can even see commercials from the past.", ">\n\nWhen my father pressures me to go over his house for a Super Bowl Party when I hate football and sports in general, I need something to be entertained by, the commercials do that.", ">\n\nSo you’re depressed about people being entertained by things designed to be entertaining? Seems like a ‘you’ issue to me, tbh. Maybe you should watch a Zoloft ad, see if that helps cheer you up.", ">\n\nThere's no feeling worse than watching your team get blown out and then seeing those fucking Burger King ads.", ">\n\nNo different than enthusiasm for watching a three hour game with 11 actual minutes of action. The rest of the time are replays, commentary and other pre-recorded footage.", ">\n\nFootball has been destroyed by ads. The sport isn't designed for athleticism, its designed to have as many stops as possible for ads.", ">\n\nIt's those commercials that fund the spectacular event. It is part of the reason they can pay the players so much money to risk body and mind in an incredibly dangerous sport. The fact that they put in extra effort for these commercials shouldn't bother you that much. No one forces you to buy the product. I get this is UP but lately they have just been mad/spiteful ones", ">\n\nHow do you expect us to pay football players bajallions of dollars?", ">\n\nWe're gonna deluged anyway, might as well enjoy ourselves", ">\n\nDon't yuck my yum. I'm sure there is more embarrassing stuff I do.", ">\n\nWhat else are we supposed to watch? Football?", ">\n\n20 years ago, it was a different story. It was also the super bowl for marketing companies where they were going to show their best work. \nNow, it's almost 100% pure shit.", ">\n\n2009 career builder commercial where the Koala gets punched is probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nI can't deal with \"commercial\" people.", ">\n\nSuperbowl ads aren’t really funny anymore. The most recent funny ads I can remember were in superbowl 52. And no one’s excited because of the commercial aspect, just because they’re funny.", ">\n\nNever mind the ads, how about glorifying a sport that leads to brain damage and thinking it is a reasonable hobby to follow the statistics of grown men in tights playing with balls.", ">\n\nThey used to be a huge deal. The Pepsi Clear commercial? Companies used to come up with creative things that were a big deal, not so much anymore.", ">\n\nThey aren't that smart.", ">\n\nDon’t look at me. I don’t do commercials, I don’t do sports. I am entirely un-American.", ">\n\nDon't get it either.", ">\n\nTbf though I think if a company makes an advert as impactful and memorable as say \"bellys gonna get ya\" (Reebok), they've earned your support in the instance that you need to purchase something within the market they cater to. So for example, if I have a choice of Nike or Reebok for a similar price and similar style, I'll choose the Reebok because they earned with bellys gonna get ya.\nNot that it's a superbowl ad but it's one of the most memorable of all time. I'm also going to have a bias in favour of Cadbury due to the Phil Collins gorilla advert being really cool, and I'm marginally more likely to buy skittles than something similar to skittles because skittles have the taste the Rainbow series some of which are particularly good ads.\nBasically if an ad earns my respect on account of the quality of the ad, then the company has earned the sale in the scenario that they are an option to consider when buying a product." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude", ">\n\nDo you want something more American than getting carried away with ads?", ">\n\nI don't understand Reddit's general disdain for ads", ">\n\nThey want something entertaining in an afternoon party spent ignoring a football game.", ">\n\nI always think of Bill Burr when he was talking about super bowl parties. Same exact feeling 😂 I stopped going to them a while ago", ">\n\nSuper Bowl commercials use to be exciting because you'd never see them again. Now they're all on YouTube ahead of time. You can even see commercials from the past.", ">\n\nWhen my father pressures me to go over his house for a Super Bowl Party when I hate football and sports in general, I need something to be entertained by, the commercials do that.", ">\n\nSo you’re depressed about people being entertained by things designed to be entertaining? Seems like a ‘you’ issue to me, tbh. Maybe you should watch a Zoloft ad, see if that helps cheer you up.", ">\n\nThere's no feeling worse than watching your team get blown out and then seeing those fucking Burger King ads.", ">\n\nNo different than enthusiasm for watching a three hour game with 11 actual minutes of action. The rest of the time are replays, commentary and other pre-recorded footage.", ">\n\nFootball has been destroyed by ads. The sport isn't designed for athleticism, its designed to have as many stops as possible for ads.", ">\n\nIt's those commercials that fund the spectacular event. It is part of the reason they can pay the players so much money to risk body and mind in an incredibly dangerous sport. The fact that they put in extra effort for these commercials shouldn't bother you that much. No one forces you to buy the product. I get this is UP but lately they have just been mad/spiteful ones", ">\n\nHow do you expect us to pay football players bajallions of dollars?", ">\n\nWe're gonna deluged anyway, might as well enjoy ourselves", ">\n\nDon't yuck my yum. I'm sure there is more embarrassing stuff I do.", ">\n\nWhat else are we supposed to watch? Football?", ">\n\n20 years ago, it was a different story. It was also the super bowl for marketing companies where they were going to show their best work. \nNow, it's almost 100% pure shit.", ">\n\n2009 career builder commercial where the Koala gets punched is probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nI can't deal with \"commercial\" people.", ">\n\nSuperbowl ads aren’t really funny anymore. The most recent funny ads I can remember were in superbowl 52. And no one’s excited because of the commercial aspect, just because they’re funny.", ">\n\nNever mind the ads, how about glorifying a sport that leads to brain damage and thinking it is a reasonable hobby to follow the statistics of grown men in tights playing with balls.", ">\n\nThey used to be a huge deal. The Pepsi Clear commercial? Companies used to come up with creative things that were a big deal, not so much anymore.", ">\n\nThey aren't that smart.", ">\n\nDon’t look at me. I don’t do commercials, I don’t do sports. I am entirely un-American.", ">\n\nDon't get it either.", ">\n\nTbf though I think if a company makes an advert as impactful and memorable as say \"bellys gonna get ya\" (Reebok), they've earned your support in the instance that you need to purchase something within the market they cater to. So for example, if I have a choice of Nike or Reebok for a similar price and similar style, I'll choose the Reebok because they earned with bellys gonna get ya.\nNot that it's a superbowl ad but it's one of the most memorable of all time. I'm also going to have a bias in favour of Cadbury due to the Phil Collins gorilla advert being really cool, and I'm marginally more likely to buy skittles than something similar to skittles because skittles have the taste the Rainbow series some of which are particularly good ads.\nBasically if an ad earns my respect on account of the quality of the ad, then the company has earned the sale in the scenario that they are an option to consider when buying a product.", ">\n\nDuring the what, now?" ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude", ">\n\nDo you want something more American than getting carried away with ads?", ">\n\nI don't understand Reddit's general disdain for ads", ">\n\nThey want something entertaining in an afternoon party spent ignoring a football game.", ">\n\nI always think of Bill Burr when he was talking about super bowl parties. Same exact feeling 😂 I stopped going to them a while ago", ">\n\nSuper Bowl commercials use to be exciting because you'd never see them again. Now they're all on YouTube ahead of time. You can even see commercials from the past.", ">\n\nWhen my father pressures me to go over his house for a Super Bowl Party when I hate football and sports in general, I need something to be entertained by, the commercials do that.", ">\n\nSo you’re depressed about people being entertained by things designed to be entertaining? Seems like a ‘you’ issue to me, tbh. Maybe you should watch a Zoloft ad, see if that helps cheer you up.", ">\n\nThere's no feeling worse than watching your team get blown out and then seeing those fucking Burger King ads.", ">\n\nNo different than enthusiasm for watching a three hour game with 11 actual minutes of action. The rest of the time are replays, commentary and other pre-recorded footage.", ">\n\nFootball has been destroyed by ads. The sport isn't designed for athleticism, its designed to have as many stops as possible for ads.", ">\n\nIt's those commercials that fund the spectacular event. It is part of the reason they can pay the players so much money to risk body and mind in an incredibly dangerous sport. The fact that they put in extra effort for these commercials shouldn't bother you that much. No one forces you to buy the product. I get this is UP but lately they have just been mad/spiteful ones", ">\n\nHow do you expect us to pay football players bajallions of dollars?", ">\n\nWe're gonna deluged anyway, might as well enjoy ourselves", ">\n\nDon't yuck my yum. I'm sure there is more embarrassing stuff I do.", ">\n\nWhat else are we supposed to watch? Football?", ">\n\n20 years ago, it was a different story. It was also the super bowl for marketing companies where they were going to show their best work. \nNow, it's almost 100% pure shit.", ">\n\n2009 career builder commercial where the Koala gets punched is probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nI can't deal with \"commercial\" people.", ">\n\nSuperbowl ads aren’t really funny anymore. The most recent funny ads I can remember were in superbowl 52. And no one’s excited because of the commercial aspect, just because they’re funny.", ">\n\nNever mind the ads, how about glorifying a sport that leads to brain damage and thinking it is a reasonable hobby to follow the statistics of grown men in tights playing with balls.", ">\n\nThey used to be a huge deal. The Pepsi Clear commercial? Companies used to come up with creative things that were a big deal, not so much anymore.", ">\n\nThey aren't that smart.", ">\n\nDon’t look at me. I don’t do commercials, I don’t do sports. I am entirely un-American.", ">\n\nDon't get it either.", ">\n\nTbf though I think if a company makes an advert as impactful and memorable as say \"bellys gonna get ya\" (Reebok), they've earned your support in the instance that you need to purchase something within the market they cater to. So for example, if I have a choice of Nike or Reebok for a similar price and similar style, I'll choose the Reebok because they earned with bellys gonna get ya.\nNot that it's a superbowl ad but it's one of the most memorable of all time. I'm also going to have a bias in favour of Cadbury due to the Phil Collins gorilla advert being really cool, and I'm marginally more likely to buy skittles than something similar to skittles because skittles have the taste the Rainbow series some of which are particularly good ads.\nBasically if an ad earns my respect on account of the quality of the ad, then the company has earned the sale in the scenario that they are an option to consider when buying a product.", ">\n\nDuring the what, now?", ">\n\nThese commercials are at least unique and less repetitive than the ads I see all the time." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude", ">\n\nDo you want something more American than getting carried away with ads?", ">\n\nI don't understand Reddit's general disdain for ads", ">\n\nThey want something entertaining in an afternoon party spent ignoring a football game.", ">\n\nI always think of Bill Burr when he was talking about super bowl parties. Same exact feeling 😂 I stopped going to them a while ago", ">\n\nSuper Bowl commercials use to be exciting because you'd never see them again. Now they're all on YouTube ahead of time. You can even see commercials from the past.", ">\n\nWhen my father pressures me to go over his house for a Super Bowl Party when I hate football and sports in general, I need something to be entertained by, the commercials do that.", ">\n\nSo you’re depressed about people being entertained by things designed to be entertaining? Seems like a ‘you’ issue to me, tbh. Maybe you should watch a Zoloft ad, see if that helps cheer you up.", ">\n\nThere's no feeling worse than watching your team get blown out and then seeing those fucking Burger King ads.", ">\n\nNo different than enthusiasm for watching a three hour game with 11 actual minutes of action. The rest of the time are replays, commentary and other pre-recorded footage.", ">\n\nFootball has been destroyed by ads. The sport isn't designed for athleticism, its designed to have as many stops as possible for ads.", ">\n\nIt's those commercials that fund the spectacular event. It is part of the reason they can pay the players so much money to risk body and mind in an incredibly dangerous sport. The fact that they put in extra effort for these commercials shouldn't bother you that much. No one forces you to buy the product. I get this is UP but lately they have just been mad/spiteful ones", ">\n\nHow do you expect us to pay football players bajallions of dollars?", ">\n\nWe're gonna deluged anyway, might as well enjoy ourselves", ">\n\nDon't yuck my yum. I'm sure there is more embarrassing stuff I do.", ">\n\nWhat else are we supposed to watch? Football?", ">\n\n20 years ago, it was a different story. It was also the super bowl for marketing companies where they were going to show their best work. \nNow, it's almost 100% pure shit.", ">\n\n2009 career builder commercial where the Koala gets punched is probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nI can't deal with \"commercial\" people.", ">\n\nSuperbowl ads aren’t really funny anymore. The most recent funny ads I can remember were in superbowl 52. And no one’s excited because of the commercial aspect, just because they’re funny.", ">\n\nNever mind the ads, how about glorifying a sport that leads to brain damage and thinking it is a reasonable hobby to follow the statistics of grown men in tights playing with balls.", ">\n\nThey used to be a huge deal. The Pepsi Clear commercial? Companies used to come up with creative things that were a big deal, not so much anymore.", ">\n\nThey aren't that smart.", ">\n\nDon’t look at me. I don’t do commercials, I don’t do sports. I am entirely un-American.", ">\n\nDon't get it either.", ">\n\nTbf though I think if a company makes an advert as impactful and memorable as say \"bellys gonna get ya\" (Reebok), they've earned your support in the instance that you need to purchase something within the market they cater to. So for example, if I have a choice of Nike or Reebok for a similar price and similar style, I'll choose the Reebok because they earned with bellys gonna get ya.\nNot that it's a superbowl ad but it's one of the most memorable of all time. I'm also going to have a bias in favour of Cadbury due to the Phil Collins gorilla advert being really cool, and I'm marginally more likely to buy skittles than something similar to skittles because skittles have the taste the Rainbow series some of which are particularly good ads.\nBasically if an ad earns my respect on account of the quality of the ad, then the company has earned the sale in the scenario that they are an option to consider when buying a product.", ">\n\nDuring the what, now?", ">\n\nThese commercials are at least unique and less repetitive than the ads I see all the time.", ">\n\nWhen I was young, the commercials were funny and cool. Now they are just pushing agenda and product." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude", ">\n\nDo you want something more American than getting carried away with ads?", ">\n\nI don't understand Reddit's general disdain for ads", ">\n\nThey want something entertaining in an afternoon party spent ignoring a football game.", ">\n\nI always think of Bill Burr when he was talking about super bowl parties. Same exact feeling 😂 I stopped going to them a while ago", ">\n\nSuper Bowl commercials use to be exciting because you'd never see them again. Now they're all on YouTube ahead of time. You can even see commercials from the past.", ">\n\nWhen my father pressures me to go over his house for a Super Bowl Party when I hate football and sports in general, I need something to be entertained by, the commercials do that.", ">\n\nSo you’re depressed about people being entertained by things designed to be entertaining? Seems like a ‘you’ issue to me, tbh. Maybe you should watch a Zoloft ad, see if that helps cheer you up.", ">\n\nThere's no feeling worse than watching your team get blown out and then seeing those fucking Burger King ads.", ">\n\nNo different than enthusiasm for watching a three hour game with 11 actual minutes of action. The rest of the time are replays, commentary and other pre-recorded footage.", ">\n\nFootball has been destroyed by ads. The sport isn't designed for athleticism, its designed to have as many stops as possible for ads.", ">\n\nIt's those commercials that fund the spectacular event. It is part of the reason they can pay the players so much money to risk body and mind in an incredibly dangerous sport. The fact that they put in extra effort for these commercials shouldn't bother you that much. No one forces you to buy the product. I get this is UP but lately they have just been mad/spiteful ones", ">\n\nHow do you expect us to pay football players bajallions of dollars?", ">\n\nWe're gonna deluged anyway, might as well enjoy ourselves", ">\n\nDon't yuck my yum. I'm sure there is more embarrassing stuff I do.", ">\n\nWhat else are we supposed to watch? Football?", ">\n\n20 years ago, it was a different story. It was also the super bowl for marketing companies where they were going to show their best work. \nNow, it's almost 100% pure shit.", ">\n\n2009 career builder commercial where the Koala gets punched is probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nI can't deal with \"commercial\" people.", ">\n\nSuperbowl ads aren’t really funny anymore. The most recent funny ads I can remember were in superbowl 52. And no one’s excited because of the commercial aspect, just because they’re funny.", ">\n\nNever mind the ads, how about glorifying a sport that leads to brain damage and thinking it is a reasonable hobby to follow the statistics of grown men in tights playing with balls.", ">\n\nThey used to be a huge deal. The Pepsi Clear commercial? Companies used to come up with creative things that were a big deal, not so much anymore.", ">\n\nThey aren't that smart.", ">\n\nDon’t look at me. I don’t do commercials, I don’t do sports. I am entirely un-American.", ">\n\nDon't get it either.", ">\n\nTbf though I think if a company makes an advert as impactful and memorable as say \"bellys gonna get ya\" (Reebok), they've earned your support in the instance that you need to purchase something within the market they cater to. So for example, if I have a choice of Nike or Reebok for a similar price and similar style, I'll choose the Reebok because they earned with bellys gonna get ya.\nNot that it's a superbowl ad but it's one of the most memorable of all time. I'm also going to have a bias in favour of Cadbury due to the Phil Collins gorilla advert being really cool, and I'm marginally more likely to buy skittles than something similar to skittles because skittles have the taste the Rainbow series some of which are particularly good ads.\nBasically if an ad earns my respect on account of the quality of the ad, then the company has earned the sale in the scenario that they are an option to consider when buying a product.", ">\n\nDuring the what, now?", ">\n\nThese commercials are at least unique and less repetitive than the ads I see all the time.", ">\n\nWhen I was young, the commercials were funny and cool. Now they are just pushing agenda and product.", ">\n\nI don’t know anyone who gets excited for the commercials." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude", ">\n\nDo you want something more American than getting carried away with ads?", ">\n\nI don't understand Reddit's general disdain for ads", ">\n\nThey want something entertaining in an afternoon party spent ignoring a football game.", ">\n\nI always think of Bill Burr when he was talking about super bowl parties. Same exact feeling 😂 I stopped going to them a while ago", ">\n\nSuper Bowl commercials use to be exciting because you'd never see them again. Now they're all on YouTube ahead of time. You can even see commercials from the past.", ">\n\nWhen my father pressures me to go over his house for a Super Bowl Party when I hate football and sports in general, I need something to be entertained by, the commercials do that.", ">\n\nSo you’re depressed about people being entertained by things designed to be entertaining? Seems like a ‘you’ issue to me, tbh. Maybe you should watch a Zoloft ad, see if that helps cheer you up.", ">\n\nThere's no feeling worse than watching your team get blown out and then seeing those fucking Burger King ads.", ">\n\nNo different than enthusiasm for watching a three hour game with 11 actual minutes of action. The rest of the time are replays, commentary and other pre-recorded footage.", ">\n\nFootball has been destroyed by ads. The sport isn't designed for athleticism, its designed to have as many stops as possible for ads.", ">\n\nIt's those commercials that fund the spectacular event. It is part of the reason they can pay the players so much money to risk body and mind in an incredibly dangerous sport. The fact that they put in extra effort for these commercials shouldn't bother you that much. No one forces you to buy the product. I get this is UP but lately they have just been mad/spiteful ones", ">\n\nHow do you expect us to pay football players bajallions of dollars?", ">\n\nWe're gonna deluged anyway, might as well enjoy ourselves", ">\n\nDon't yuck my yum. I'm sure there is more embarrassing stuff I do.", ">\n\nWhat else are we supposed to watch? Football?", ">\n\n20 years ago, it was a different story. It was also the super bowl for marketing companies where they were going to show their best work. \nNow, it's almost 100% pure shit.", ">\n\n2009 career builder commercial where the Koala gets punched is probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nI can't deal with \"commercial\" people.", ">\n\nSuperbowl ads aren’t really funny anymore. The most recent funny ads I can remember were in superbowl 52. And no one’s excited because of the commercial aspect, just because they’re funny.", ">\n\nNever mind the ads, how about glorifying a sport that leads to brain damage and thinking it is a reasonable hobby to follow the statistics of grown men in tights playing with balls.", ">\n\nThey used to be a huge deal. The Pepsi Clear commercial? Companies used to come up with creative things that were a big deal, not so much anymore.", ">\n\nThey aren't that smart.", ">\n\nDon’t look at me. I don’t do commercials, I don’t do sports. I am entirely un-American.", ">\n\nDon't get it either.", ">\n\nTbf though I think if a company makes an advert as impactful and memorable as say \"bellys gonna get ya\" (Reebok), they've earned your support in the instance that you need to purchase something within the market they cater to. So for example, if I have a choice of Nike or Reebok for a similar price and similar style, I'll choose the Reebok because they earned with bellys gonna get ya.\nNot that it's a superbowl ad but it's one of the most memorable of all time. I'm also going to have a bias in favour of Cadbury due to the Phil Collins gorilla advert being really cool, and I'm marginally more likely to buy skittles than something similar to skittles because skittles have the taste the Rainbow series some of which are particularly good ads.\nBasically if an ad earns my respect on account of the quality of the ad, then the company has earned the sale in the scenario that they are an option to consider when buying a product.", ">\n\nDuring the what, now?", ">\n\nThese commercials are at least unique and less repetitive than the ads I see all the time.", ">\n\nWhen I was young, the commercials were funny and cool. Now they are just pushing agenda and product.", ">\n\nI don’t know anyone who gets excited for the commercials.", ">\n\nThey really haven’t even been as funny as they were in the mid-2000s\nAll of these cringy corporate jokes make me genuinely do whatever the opposite of laughing is" ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude", ">\n\nDo you want something more American than getting carried away with ads?", ">\n\nI don't understand Reddit's general disdain for ads", ">\n\nThey want something entertaining in an afternoon party spent ignoring a football game.", ">\n\nI always think of Bill Burr when he was talking about super bowl parties. Same exact feeling 😂 I stopped going to them a while ago", ">\n\nSuper Bowl commercials use to be exciting because you'd never see them again. Now they're all on YouTube ahead of time. You can even see commercials from the past.", ">\n\nWhen my father pressures me to go over his house for a Super Bowl Party when I hate football and sports in general, I need something to be entertained by, the commercials do that.", ">\n\nSo you’re depressed about people being entertained by things designed to be entertaining? Seems like a ‘you’ issue to me, tbh. Maybe you should watch a Zoloft ad, see if that helps cheer you up.", ">\n\nThere's no feeling worse than watching your team get blown out and then seeing those fucking Burger King ads.", ">\n\nNo different than enthusiasm for watching a three hour game with 11 actual minutes of action. The rest of the time are replays, commentary and other pre-recorded footage.", ">\n\nFootball has been destroyed by ads. The sport isn't designed for athleticism, its designed to have as many stops as possible for ads.", ">\n\nIt's those commercials that fund the spectacular event. It is part of the reason they can pay the players so much money to risk body and mind in an incredibly dangerous sport. The fact that they put in extra effort for these commercials shouldn't bother you that much. No one forces you to buy the product. I get this is UP but lately they have just been mad/spiteful ones", ">\n\nHow do you expect us to pay football players bajallions of dollars?", ">\n\nWe're gonna deluged anyway, might as well enjoy ourselves", ">\n\nDon't yuck my yum. I'm sure there is more embarrassing stuff I do.", ">\n\nWhat else are we supposed to watch? Football?", ">\n\n20 years ago, it was a different story. It was also the super bowl for marketing companies where they were going to show their best work. \nNow, it's almost 100% pure shit.", ">\n\n2009 career builder commercial where the Koala gets punched is probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nI can't deal with \"commercial\" people.", ">\n\nSuperbowl ads aren’t really funny anymore. The most recent funny ads I can remember were in superbowl 52. And no one’s excited because of the commercial aspect, just because they’re funny.", ">\n\nNever mind the ads, how about glorifying a sport that leads to brain damage and thinking it is a reasonable hobby to follow the statistics of grown men in tights playing with balls.", ">\n\nThey used to be a huge deal. The Pepsi Clear commercial? Companies used to come up with creative things that were a big deal, not so much anymore.", ">\n\nThey aren't that smart.", ">\n\nDon’t look at me. I don’t do commercials, I don’t do sports. I am entirely un-American.", ">\n\nDon't get it either.", ">\n\nTbf though I think if a company makes an advert as impactful and memorable as say \"bellys gonna get ya\" (Reebok), they've earned your support in the instance that you need to purchase something within the market they cater to. So for example, if I have a choice of Nike or Reebok for a similar price and similar style, I'll choose the Reebok because they earned with bellys gonna get ya.\nNot that it's a superbowl ad but it's one of the most memorable of all time. I'm also going to have a bias in favour of Cadbury due to the Phil Collins gorilla advert being really cool, and I'm marginally more likely to buy skittles than something similar to skittles because skittles have the taste the Rainbow series some of which are particularly good ads.\nBasically if an ad earns my respect on account of the quality of the ad, then the company has earned the sale in the scenario that they are an option to consider when buying a product.", ">\n\nDuring the what, now?", ">\n\nThese commercials are at least unique and less repetitive than the ads I see all the time.", ">\n\nWhen I was young, the commercials were funny and cool. Now they are just pushing agenda and product.", ">\n\nI don’t know anyone who gets excited for the commercials.", ">\n\nThey really haven’t even been as funny as they were in the mid-2000s\nAll of these cringy corporate jokes make me genuinely do whatever the opposite of laughing is", ">\n\nKinda ended for me when the bud bowl did." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude", ">\n\nDo you want something more American than getting carried away with ads?", ">\n\nI don't understand Reddit's general disdain for ads", ">\n\nThey want something entertaining in an afternoon party spent ignoring a football game.", ">\n\nI always think of Bill Burr when he was talking about super bowl parties. Same exact feeling 😂 I stopped going to them a while ago", ">\n\nSuper Bowl commercials use to be exciting because you'd never see them again. Now they're all on YouTube ahead of time. You can even see commercials from the past.", ">\n\nWhen my father pressures me to go over his house for a Super Bowl Party when I hate football and sports in general, I need something to be entertained by, the commercials do that.", ">\n\nSo you’re depressed about people being entertained by things designed to be entertaining? Seems like a ‘you’ issue to me, tbh. Maybe you should watch a Zoloft ad, see if that helps cheer you up.", ">\n\nThere's no feeling worse than watching your team get blown out and then seeing those fucking Burger King ads.", ">\n\nNo different than enthusiasm for watching a three hour game with 11 actual minutes of action. The rest of the time are replays, commentary and other pre-recorded footage.", ">\n\nFootball has been destroyed by ads. The sport isn't designed for athleticism, its designed to have as many stops as possible for ads.", ">\n\nIt's those commercials that fund the spectacular event. It is part of the reason they can pay the players so much money to risk body and mind in an incredibly dangerous sport. The fact that they put in extra effort for these commercials shouldn't bother you that much. No one forces you to buy the product. I get this is UP but lately they have just been mad/spiteful ones", ">\n\nHow do you expect us to pay football players bajallions of dollars?", ">\n\nWe're gonna deluged anyway, might as well enjoy ourselves", ">\n\nDon't yuck my yum. I'm sure there is more embarrassing stuff I do.", ">\n\nWhat else are we supposed to watch? Football?", ">\n\n20 years ago, it was a different story. It was also the super bowl for marketing companies where they were going to show their best work. \nNow, it's almost 100% pure shit.", ">\n\n2009 career builder commercial where the Koala gets punched is probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nI can't deal with \"commercial\" people.", ">\n\nSuperbowl ads aren’t really funny anymore. The most recent funny ads I can remember were in superbowl 52. And no one’s excited because of the commercial aspect, just because they’re funny.", ">\n\nNever mind the ads, how about glorifying a sport that leads to brain damage and thinking it is a reasonable hobby to follow the statistics of grown men in tights playing with balls.", ">\n\nThey used to be a huge deal. The Pepsi Clear commercial? Companies used to come up with creative things that were a big deal, not so much anymore.", ">\n\nThey aren't that smart.", ">\n\nDon’t look at me. I don’t do commercials, I don’t do sports. I am entirely un-American.", ">\n\nDon't get it either.", ">\n\nTbf though I think if a company makes an advert as impactful and memorable as say \"bellys gonna get ya\" (Reebok), they've earned your support in the instance that you need to purchase something within the market they cater to. So for example, if I have a choice of Nike or Reebok for a similar price and similar style, I'll choose the Reebok because they earned with bellys gonna get ya.\nNot that it's a superbowl ad but it's one of the most memorable of all time. I'm also going to have a bias in favour of Cadbury due to the Phil Collins gorilla advert being really cool, and I'm marginally more likely to buy skittles than something similar to skittles because skittles have the taste the Rainbow series some of which are particularly good ads.\nBasically if an ad earns my respect on account of the quality of the ad, then the company has earned the sale in the scenario that they are an option to consider when buying a product.", ">\n\nDuring the what, now?", ">\n\nThese commercials are at least unique and less repetitive than the ads I see all the time.", ">\n\nWhen I was young, the commercials were funny and cool. Now they are just pushing agenda and product.", ">\n\nI don’t know anyone who gets excited for the commercials.", ">\n\nThey really haven’t even been as funny as they were in the mid-2000s\nAll of these cringy corporate jokes make me genuinely do whatever the opposite of laughing is", ">\n\nKinda ended for me when the bud bowl did.", ">\n\nI watch the super bowls cause of the ads lol. But I also mainly enjoy the group environment that football inspires. Like where else can I watch the most brain dead commercials selling me random nonsense around my best friends in our football gear while I eat finger foods. \nObviously I try not to ruin it for anyone by being obnoxious that I don’t like football but fuck yea it’s a solid time." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude", ">\n\nDo you want something more American than getting carried away with ads?", ">\n\nI don't understand Reddit's general disdain for ads", ">\n\nThey want something entertaining in an afternoon party spent ignoring a football game.", ">\n\nI always think of Bill Burr when he was talking about super bowl parties. Same exact feeling 😂 I stopped going to them a while ago", ">\n\nSuper Bowl commercials use to be exciting because you'd never see them again. Now they're all on YouTube ahead of time. You can even see commercials from the past.", ">\n\nWhen my father pressures me to go over his house for a Super Bowl Party when I hate football and sports in general, I need something to be entertained by, the commercials do that.", ">\n\nSo you’re depressed about people being entertained by things designed to be entertaining? Seems like a ‘you’ issue to me, tbh. Maybe you should watch a Zoloft ad, see if that helps cheer you up.", ">\n\nThere's no feeling worse than watching your team get blown out and then seeing those fucking Burger King ads.", ">\n\nNo different than enthusiasm for watching a three hour game with 11 actual minutes of action. The rest of the time are replays, commentary and other pre-recorded footage.", ">\n\nFootball has been destroyed by ads. The sport isn't designed for athleticism, its designed to have as many stops as possible for ads.", ">\n\nIt's those commercials that fund the spectacular event. It is part of the reason they can pay the players so much money to risk body and mind in an incredibly dangerous sport. The fact that they put in extra effort for these commercials shouldn't bother you that much. No one forces you to buy the product. I get this is UP but lately they have just been mad/spiteful ones", ">\n\nHow do you expect us to pay football players bajallions of dollars?", ">\n\nWe're gonna deluged anyway, might as well enjoy ourselves", ">\n\nDon't yuck my yum. I'm sure there is more embarrassing stuff I do.", ">\n\nWhat else are we supposed to watch? Football?", ">\n\n20 years ago, it was a different story. It was also the super bowl for marketing companies where they were going to show their best work. \nNow, it's almost 100% pure shit.", ">\n\n2009 career builder commercial where the Koala gets punched is probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nI can't deal with \"commercial\" people.", ">\n\nSuperbowl ads aren’t really funny anymore. The most recent funny ads I can remember were in superbowl 52. And no one’s excited because of the commercial aspect, just because they’re funny.", ">\n\nNever mind the ads, how about glorifying a sport that leads to brain damage and thinking it is a reasonable hobby to follow the statistics of grown men in tights playing with balls.", ">\n\nThey used to be a huge deal. The Pepsi Clear commercial? Companies used to come up with creative things that were a big deal, not so much anymore.", ">\n\nThey aren't that smart.", ">\n\nDon’t look at me. I don’t do commercials, I don’t do sports. I am entirely un-American.", ">\n\nDon't get it either.", ">\n\nTbf though I think if a company makes an advert as impactful and memorable as say \"bellys gonna get ya\" (Reebok), they've earned your support in the instance that you need to purchase something within the market they cater to. So for example, if I have a choice of Nike or Reebok for a similar price and similar style, I'll choose the Reebok because they earned with bellys gonna get ya.\nNot that it's a superbowl ad but it's one of the most memorable of all time. I'm also going to have a bias in favour of Cadbury due to the Phil Collins gorilla advert being really cool, and I'm marginally more likely to buy skittles than something similar to skittles because skittles have the taste the Rainbow series some of which are particularly good ads.\nBasically if an ad earns my respect on account of the quality of the ad, then the company has earned the sale in the scenario that they are an option to consider when buying a product.", ">\n\nDuring the what, now?", ">\n\nThese commercials are at least unique and less repetitive than the ads I see all the time.", ">\n\nWhen I was young, the commercials were funny and cool. Now they are just pushing agenda and product.", ">\n\nI don’t know anyone who gets excited for the commercials.", ">\n\nThey really haven’t even been as funny as they were in the mid-2000s\nAll of these cringy corporate jokes make me genuinely do whatever the opposite of laughing is", ">\n\nKinda ended for me when the bud bowl did.", ">\n\nI watch the super bowls cause of the ads lol. But I also mainly enjoy the group environment that football inspires. Like where else can I watch the most brain dead commercials selling me random nonsense around my best friends in our football gear while I eat finger foods. \nObviously I try not to ruin it for anyone by being obnoxious that I don’t like football but fuck yea it’s a solid time.", ">\n\nLetting other peoples happiness depress you is very weird" ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude", ">\n\nDo you want something more American than getting carried away with ads?", ">\n\nI don't understand Reddit's general disdain for ads", ">\n\nThey want something entertaining in an afternoon party spent ignoring a football game.", ">\n\nI always think of Bill Burr when he was talking about super bowl parties. Same exact feeling 😂 I stopped going to them a while ago", ">\n\nSuper Bowl commercials use to be exciting because you'd never see them again. Now they're all on YouTube ahead of time. You can even see commercials from the past.", ">\n\nWhen my father pressures me to go over his house for a Super Bowl Party when I hate football and sports in general, I need something to be entertained by, the commercials do that.", ">\n\nSo you’re depressed about people being entertained by things designed to be entertaining? Seems like a ‘you’ issue to me, tbh. Maybe you should watch a Zoloft ad, see if that helps cheer you up.", ">\n\nThere's no feeling worse than watching your team get blown out and then seeing those fucking Burger King ads.", ">\n\nNo different than enthusiasm for watching a three hour game with 11 actual minutes of action. The rest of the time are replays, commentary and other pre-recorded footage.", ">\n\nFootball has been destroyed by ads. The sport isn't designed for athleticism, its designed to have as many stops as possible for ads.", ">\n\nIt's those commercials that fund the spectacular event. It is part of the reason they can pay the players so much money to risk body and mind in an incredibly dangerous sport. The fact that they put in extra effort for these commercials shouldn't bother you that much. No one forces you to buy the product. I get this is UP but lately they have just been mad/spiteful ones", ">\n\nHow do you expect us to pay football players bajallions of dollars?", ">\n\nWe're gonna deluged anyway, might as well enjoy ourselves", ">\n\nDon't yuck my yum. I'm sure there is more embarrassing stuff I do.", ">\n\nWhat else are we supposed to watch? Football?", ">\n\n20 years ago, it was a different story. It was also the super bowl for marketing companies where they were going to show their best work. \nNow, it's almost 100% pure shit.", ">\n\n2009 career builder commercial where the Koala gets punched is probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nI can't deal with \"commercial\" people.", ">\n\nSuperbowl ads aren’t really funny anymore. The most recent funny ads I can remember were in superbowl 52. And no one’s excited because of the commercial aspect, just because they’re funny.", ">\n\nNever mind the ads, how about glorifying a sport that leads to brain damage and thinking it is a reasonable hobby to follow the statistics of grown men in tights playing with balls.", ">\n\nThey used to be a huge deal. The Pepsi Clear commercial? Companies used to come up with creative things that were a big deal, not so much anymore.", ">\n\nThey aren't that smart.", ">\n\nDon’t look at me. I don’t do commercials, I don’t do sports. I am entirely un-American.", ">\n\nDon't get it either.", ">\n\nTbf though I think if a company makes an advert as impactful and memorable as say \"bellys gonna get ya\" (Reebok), they've earned your support in the instance that you need to purchase something within the market they cater to. So for example, if I have a choice of Nike or Reebok for a similar price and similar style, I'll choose the Reebok because they earned with bellys gonna get ya.\nNot that it's a superbowl ad but it's one of the most memorable of all time. I'm also going to have a bias in favour of Cadbury due to the Phil Collins gorilla advert being really cool, and I'm marginally more likely to buy skittles than something similar to skittles because skittles have the taste the Rainbow series some of which are particularly good ads.\nBasically if an ad earns my respect on account of the quality of the ad, then the company has earned the sale in the scenario that they are an option to consider when buying a product.", ">\n\nDuring the what, now?", ">\n\nThese commercials are at least unique and less repetitive than the ads I see all the time.", ">\n\nWhen I was young, the commercials were funny and cool. Now they are just pushing agenda and product.", ">\n\nI don’t know anyone who gets excited for the commercials.", ">\n\nThey really haven’t even been as funny as they were in the mid-2000s\nAll of these cringy corporate jokes make me genuinely do whatever the opposite of laughing is", ">\n\nKinda ended for me when the bud bowl did.", ">\n\nI watch the super bowls cause of the ads lol. But I also mainly enjoy the group environment that football inspires. Like where else can I watch the most brain dead commercials selling me random nonsense around my best friends in our football gear while I eat finger foods. \nObviously I try not to ruin it for anyone by being obnoxious that I don’t like football but fuck yea it’s a solid time.", ">\n\nLetting other peoples happiness depress you is very weird", ">\n\nDont you dare disrespect my super bowl ads" ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude", ">\n\nDo you want something more American than getting carried away with ads?", ">\n\nI don't understand Reddit's general disdain for ads", ">\n\nThey want something entertaining in an afternoon party spent ignoring a football game.", ">\n\nI always think of Bill Burr when he was talking about super bowl parties. Same exact feeling 😂 I stopped going to them a while ago", ">\n\nSuper Bowl commercials use to be exciting because you'd never see them again. Now they're all on YouTube ahead of time. You can even see commercials from the past.", ">\n\nWhen my father pressures me to go over his house for a Super Bowl Party when I hate football and sports in general, I need something to be entertained by, the commercials do that.", ">\n\nSo you’re depressed about people being entertained by things designed to be entertaining? Seems like a ‘you’ issue to me, tbh. Maybe you should watch a Zoloft ad, see if that helps cheer you up.", ">\n\nThere's no feeling worse than watching your team get blown out and then seeing those fucking Burger King ads.", ">\n\nNo different than enthusiasm for watching a three hour game with 11 actual minutes of action. The rest of the time are replays, commentary and other pre-recorded footage.", ">\n\nFootball has been destroyed by ads. The sport isn't designed for athleticism, its designed to have as many stops as possible for ads.", ">\n\nIt's those commercials that fund the spectacular event. It is part of the reason they can pay the players so much money to risk body and mind in an incredibly dangerous sport. The fact that they put in extra effort for these commercials shouldn't bother you that much. No one forces you to buy the product. I get this is UP but lately they have just been mad/spiteful ones", ">\n\nHow do you expect us to pay football players bajallions of dollars?", ">\n\nWe're gonna deluged anyway, might as well enjoy ourselves", ">\n\nDon't yuck my yum. I'm sure there is more embarrassing stuff I do.", ">\n\nWhat else are we supposed to watch? Football?", ">\n\n20 years ago, it was a different story. It was also the super bowl for marketing companies where they were going to show their best work. \nNow, it's almost 100% pure shit.", ">\n\n2009 career builder commercial where the Koala gets punched is probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nI can't deal with \"commercial\" people.", ">\n\nSuperbowl ads aren’t really funny anymore. The most recent funny ads I can remember were in superbowl 52. And no one’s excited because of the commercial aspect, just because they’re funny.", ">\n\nNever mind the ads, how about glorifying a sport that leads to brain damage and thinking it is a reasonable hobby to follow the statistics of grown men in tights playing with balls.", ">\n\nThey used to be a huge deal. The Pepsi Clear commercial? Companies used to come up with creative things that were a big deal, not so much anymore.", ">\n\nThey aren't that smart.", ">\n\nDon’t look at me. I don’t do commercials, I don’t do sports. I am entirely un-American.", ">\n\nDon't get it either.", ">\n\nTbf though I think if a company makes an advert as impactful and memorable as say \"bellys gonna get ya\" (Reebok), they've earned your support in the instance that you need to purchase something within the market they cater to. So for example, if I have a choice of Nike or Reebok for a similar price and similar style, I'll choose the Reebok because they earned with bellys gonna get ya.\nNot that it's a superbowl ad but it's one of the most memorable of all time. I'm also going to have a bias in favour of Cadbury due to the Phil Collins gorilla advert being really cool, and I'm marginally more likely to buy skittles than something similar to skittles because skittles have the taste the Rainbow series some of which are particularly good ads.\nBasically if an ad earns my respect on account of the quality of the ad, then the company has earned the sale in the scenario that they are an option to consider when buying a product.", ">\n\nDuring the what, now?", ">\n\nThese commercials are at least unique and less repetitive than the ads I see all the time.", ">\n\nWhen I was young, the commercials were funny and cool. Now they are just pushing agenda and product.", ">\n\nI don’t know anyone who gets excited for the commercials.", ">\n\nThey really haven’t even been as funny as they were in the mid-2000s\nAll of these cringy corporate jokes make me genuinely do whatever the opposite of laughing is", ">\n\nKinda ended for me when the bud bowl did.", ">\n\nI watch the super bowls cause of the ads lol. But I also mainly enjoy the group environment that football inspires. Like where else can I watch the most brain dead commercials selling me random nonsense around my best friends in our football gear while I eat finger foods. \nObviously I try not to ruin it for anyone by being obnoxious that I don’t like football but fuck yea it’s a solid time.", ">\n\nLetting other peoples happiness depress you is very weird", ">\n\nDont you dare disrespect my super bowl ads", ">\n\nHow come so many people have such a problem with people enjoying themselves? \nWhat is it about someone else's happiness that bothers you do much?\nAre you jealous you can't find enjoyment in life anymore, is that what it is" ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude", ">\n\nDo you want something more American than getting carried away with ads?", ">\n\nI don't understand Reddit's general disdain for ads", ">\n\nThey want something entertaining in an afternoon party spent ignoring a football game.", ">\n\nI always think of Bill Burr when he was talking about super bowl parties. Same exact feeling 😂 I stopped going to them a while ago", ">\n\nSuper Bowl commercials use to be exciting because you'd never see them again. Now they're all on YouTube ahead of time. You can even see commercials from the past.", ">\n\nWhen my father pressures me to go over his house for a Super Bowl Party when I hate football and sports in general, I need something to be entertained by, the commercials do that.", ">\n\nSo you’re depressed about people being entertained by things designed to be entertaining? Seems like a ‘you’ issue to me, tbh. Maybe you should watch a Zoloft ad, see if that helps cheer you up.", ">\n\nThere's no feeling worse than watching your team get blown out and then seeing those fucking Burger King ads.", ">\n\nNo different than enthusiasm for watching a three hour game with 11 actual minutes of action. The rest of the time are replays, commentary and other pre-recorded footage.", ">\n\nFootball has been destroyed by ads. The sport isn't designed for athleticism, its designed to have as many stops as possible for ads.", ">\n\nIt's those commercials that fund the spectacular event. It is part of the reason they can pay the players so much money to risk body and mind in an incredibly dangerous sport. The fact that they put in extra effort for these commercials shouldn't bother you that much. No one forces you to buy the product. I get this is UP but lately they have just been mad/spiteful ones", ">\n\nHow do you expect us to pay football players bajallions of dollars?", ">\n\nWe're gonna deluged anyway, might as well enjoy ourselves", ">\n\nDon't yuck my yum. I'm sure there is more embarrassing stuff I do.", ">\n\nWhat else are we supposed to watch? Football?", ">\n\n20 years ago, it was a different story. It was also the super bowl for marketing companies where they were going to show their best work. \nNow, it's almost 100% pure shit.", ">\n\n2009 career builder commercial where the Koala gets punched is probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nI can't deal with \"commercial\" people.", ">\n\nSuperbowl ads aren’t really funny anymore. The most recent funny ads I can remember were in superbowl 52. And no one’s excited because of the commercial aspect, just because they’re funny.", ">\n\nNever mind the ads, how about glorifying a sport that leads to brain damage and thinking it is a reasonable hobby to follow the statistics of grown men in tights playing with balls.", ">\n\nThey used to be a huge deal. The Pepsi Clear commercial? Companies used to come up with creative things that were a big deal, not so much anymore.", ">\n\nThey aren't that smart.", ">\n\nDon’t look at me. I don’t do commercials, I don’t do sports. I am entirely un-American.", ">\n\nDon't get it either.", ">\n\nTbf though I think if a company makes an advert as impactful and memorable as say \"bellys gonna get ya\" (Reebok), they've earned your support in the instance that you need to purchase something within the market they cater to. So for example, if I have a choice of Nike or Reebok for a similar price and similar style, I'll choose the Reebok because they earned with bellys gonna get ya.\nNot that it's a superbowl ad but it's one of the most memorable of all time. I'm also going to have a bias in favour of Cadbury due to the Phil Collins gorilla advert being really cool, and I'm marginally more likely to buy skittles than something similar to skittles because skittles have the taste the Rainbow series some of which are particularly good ads.\nBasically if an ad earns my respect on account of the quality of the ad, then the company has earned the sale in the scenario that they are an option to consider when buying a product.", ">\n\nDuring the what, now?", ">\n\nThese commercials are at least unique and less repetitive than the ads I see all the time.", ">\n\nWhen I was young, the commercials were funny and cool. Now they are just pushing agenda and product.", ">\n\nI don’t know anyone who gets excited for the commercials.", ">\n\nThey really haven’t even been as funny as they were in the mid-2000s\nAll of these cringy corporate jokes make me genuinely do whatever the opposite of laughing is", ">\n\nKinda ended for me when the bud bowl did.", ">\n\nI watch the super bowls cause of the ads lol. But I also mainly enjoy the group environment that football inspires. Like where else can I watch the most brain dead commercials selling me random nonsense around my best friends in our football gear while I eat finger foods. \nObviously I try not to ruin it for anyone by being obnoxious that I don’t like football but fuck yea it’s a solid time.", ">\n\nLetting other peoples happiness depress you is very weird", ">\n\nDont you dare disrespect my super bowl ads", ">\n\nHow come so many people have such a problem with people enjoying themselves? \nWhat is it about someone else's happiness that bothers you do much?\nAre you jealous you can't find enjoyment in life anymore, is that what it is", ">\n\nThis year was the first time I started watching regular season football and was really disappointed with the spam of gambling/Qatar vacation ads. What the hell is the NFL trying to push to their audience." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude", ">\n\nDo you want something more American than getting carried away with ads?", ">\n\nI don't understand Reddit's general disdain for ads", ">\n\nThey want something entertaining in an afternoon party spent ignoring a football game.", ">\n\nI always think of Bill Burr when he was talking about super bowl parties. Same exact feeling 😂 I stopped going to them a while ago", ">\n\nSuper Bowl commercials use to be exciting because you'd never see them again. Now they're all on YouTube ahead of time. You can even see commercials from the past.", ">\n\nWhen my father pressures me to go over his house for a Super Bowl Party when I hate football and sports in general, I need something to be entertained by, the commercials do that.", ">\n\nSo you’re depressed about people being entertained by things designed to be entertaining? Seems like a ‘you’ issue to me, tbh. Maybe you should watch a Zoloft ad, see if that helps cheer you up.", ">\n\nThere's no feeling worse than watching your team get blown out and then seeing those fucking Burger King ads.", ">\n\nNo different than enthusiasm for watching a three hour game with 11 actual minutes of action. The rest of the time are replays, commentary and other pre-recorded footage.", ">\n\nFootball has been destroyed by ads. The sport isn't designed for athleticism, its designed to have as many stops as possible for ads.", ">\n\nIt's those commercials that fund the spectacular event. It is part of the reason they can pay the players so much money to risk body and mind in an incredibly dangerous sport. The fact that they put in extra effort for these commercials shouldn't bother you that much. No one forces you to buy the product. I get this is UP but lately they have just been mad/spiteful ones", ">\n\nHow do you expect us to pay football players bajallions of dollars?", ">\n\nWe're gonna deluged anyway, might as well enjoy ourselves", ">\n\nDon't yuck my yum. I'm sure there is more embarrassing stuff I do.", ">\n\nWhat else are we supposed to watch? Football?", ">\n\n20 years ago, it was a different story. It was also the super bowl for marketing companies where they were going to show their best work. \nNow, it's almost 100% pure shit.", ">\n\n2009 career builder commercial where the Koala gets punched is probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nI can't deal with \"commercial\" people.", ">\n\nSuperbowl ads aren’t really funny anymore. The most recent funny ads I can remember were in superbowl 52. And no one’s excited because of the commercial aspect, just because they’re funny.", ">\n\nNever mind the ads, how about glorifying a sport that leads to brain damage and thinking it is a reasonable hobby to follow the statistics of grown men in tights playing with balls.", ">\n\nThey used to be a huge deal. The Pepsi Clear commercial? Companies used to come up with creative things that were a big deal, not so much anymore.", ">\n\nThey aren't that smart.", ">\n\nDon’t look at me. I don’t do commercials, I don’t do sports. I am entirely un-American.", ">\n\nDon't get it either.", ">\n\nTbf though I think if a company makes an advert as impactful and memorable as say \"bellys gonna get ya\" (Reebok), they've earned your support in the instance that you need to purchase something within the market they cater to. So for example, if I have a choice of Nike or Reebok for a similar price and similar style, I'll choose the Reebok because they earned with bellys gonna get ya.\nNot that it's a superbowl ad but it's one of the most memorable of all time. I'm also going to have a bias in favour of Cadbury due to the Phil Collins gorilla advert being really cool, and I'm marginally more likely to buy skittles than something similar to skittles because skittles have the taste the Rainbow series some of which are particularly good ads.\nBasically if an ad earns my respect on account of the quality of the ad, then the company has earned the sale in the scenario that they are an option to consider when buying a product.", ">\n\nDuring the what, now?", ">\n\nThese commercials are at least unique and less repetitive than the ads I see all the time.", ">\n\nWhen I was young, the commercials were funny and cool. Now they are just pushing agenda and product.", ">\n\nI don’t know anyone who gets excited for the commercials.", ">\n\nThey really haven’t even been as funny as they were in the mid-2000s\nAll of these cringy corporate jokes make me genuinely do whatever the opposite of laughing is", ">\n\nKinda ended for me when the bud bowl did.", ">\n\nI watch the super bowls cause of the ads lol. But I also mainly enjoy the group environment that football inspires. Like where else can I watch the most brain dead commercials selling me random nonsense around my best friends in our football gear while I eat finger foods. \nObviously I try not to ruin it for anyone by being obnoxious that I don’t like football but fuck yea it’s a solid time.", ">\n\nLetting other peoples happiness depress you is very weird", ">\n\nDont you dare disrespect my super bowl ads", ">\n\nHow come so many people have such a problem with people enjoying themselves? \nWhat is it about someone else's happiness that bothers you do much?\nAre you jealous you can't find enjoyment in life anymore, is that what it is", ">\n\nThis year was the first time I started watching regular season football and was really disappointed with the spam of gambling/Qatar vacation ads. What the hell is the NFL trying to push to their audience.", ">\n\nit's just another form of entertainment" ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude", ">\n\nDo you want something more American than getting carried away with ads?", ">\n\nI don't understand Reddit's general disdain for ads", ">\n\nThey want something entertaining in an afternoon party spent ignoring a football game.", ">\n\nI always think of Bill Burr when he was talking about super bowl parties. Same exact feeling 😂 I stopped going to them a while ago", ">\n\nSuper Bowl commercials use to be exciting because you'd never see them again. Now they're all on YouTube ahead of time. You can even see commercials from the past.", ">\n\nWhen my father pressures me to go over his house for a Super Bowl Party when I hate football and sports in general, I need something to be entertained by, the commercials do that.", ">\n\nSo you’re depressed about people being entertained by things designed to be entertaining? Seems like a ‘you’ issue to me, tbh. Maybe you should watch a Zoloft ad, see if that helps cheer you up.", ">\n\nThere's no feeling worse than watching your team get blown out and then seeing those fucking Burger King ads.", ">\n\nNo different than enthusiasm for watching a three hour game with 11 actual minutes of action. The rest of the time are replays, commentary and other pre-recorded footage.", ">\n\nFootball has been destroyed by ads. The sport isn't designed for athleticism, its designed to have as many stops as possible for ads.", ">\n\nIt's those commercials that fund the spectacular event. It is part of the reason they can pay the players so much money to risk body and mind in an incredibly dangerous sport. The fact that they put in extra effort for these commercials shouldn't bother you that much. No one forces you to buy the product. I get this is UP but lately they have just been mad/spiteful ones", ">\n\nHow do you expect us to pay football players bajallions of dollars?", ">\n\nWe're gonna deluged anyway, might as well enjoy ourselves", ">\n\nDon't yuck my yum. I'm sure there is more embarrassing stuff I do.", ">\n\nWhat else are we supposed to watch? Football?", ">\n\n20 years ago, it was a different story. It was also the super bowl for marketing companies where they were going to show their best work. \nNow, it's almost 100% pure shit.", ">\n\n2009 career builder commercial where the Koala gets punched is probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nI can't deal with \"commercial\" people.", ">\n\nSuperbowl ads aren’t really funny anymore. The most recent funny ads I can remember were in superbowl 52. And no one’s excited because of the commercial aspect, just because they’re funny.", ">\n\nNever mind the ads, how about glorifying a sport that leads to brain damage and thinking it is a reasonable hobby to follow the statistics of grown men in tights playing with balls.", ">\n\nThey used to be a huge deal. The Pepsi Clear commercial? Companies used to come up with creative things that were a big deal, not so much anymore.", ">\n\nThey aren't that smart.", ">\n\nDon’t look at me. I don’t do commercials, I don’t do sports. I am entirely un-American.", ">\n\nDon't get it either.", ">\n\nTbf though I think if a company makes an advert as impactful and memorable as say \"bellys gonna get ya\" (Reebok), they've earned your support in the instance that you need to purchase something within the market they cater to. So for example, if I have a choice of Nike or Reebok for a similar price and similar style, I'll choose the Reebok because they earned with bellys gonna get ya.\nNot that it's a superbowl ad but it's one of the most memorable of all time. I'm also going to have a bias in favour of Cadbury due to the Phil Collins gorilla advert being really cool, and I'm marginally more likely to buy skittles than something similar to skittles because skittles have the taste the Rainbow series some of which are particularly good ads.\nBasically if an ad earns my respect on account of the quality of the ad, then the company has earned the sale in the scenario that they are an option to consider when buying a product.", ">\n\nDuring the what, now?", ">\n\nThese commercials are at least unique and less repetitive than the ads I see all the time.", ">\n\nWhen I was young, the commercials were funny and cool. Now they are just pushing agenda and product.", ">\n\nI don’t know anyone who gets excited for the commercials.", ">\n\nThey really haven’t even been as funny as they were in the mid-2000s\nAll of these cringy corporate jokes make me genuinely do whatever the opposite of laughing is", ">\n\nKinda ended for me when the bud bowl did.", ">\n\nI watch the super bowls cause of the ads lol. But I also mainly enjoy the group environment that football inspires. Like where else can I watch the most brain dead commercials selling me random nonsense around my best friends in our football gear while I eat finger foods. \nObviously I try not to ruin it for anyone by being obnoxious that I don’t like football but fuck yea it’s a solid time.", ">\n\nLetting other peoples happiness depress you is very weird", ">\n\nDont you dare disrespect my super bowl ads", ">\n\nHow come so many people have such a problem with people enjoying themselves? \nWhat is it about someone else's happiness that bothers you do much?\nAre you jealous you can't find enjoyment in life anymore, is that what it is", ">\n\nThis year was the first time I started watching regular season football and was really disappointed with the spam of gambling/Qatar vacation ads. What the hell is the NFL trying to push to their audience.", ">\n\nit's just another form of entertainment", ">\n\nI hate watching all sports" ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude", ">\n\nDo you want something more American than getting carried away with ads?", ">\n\nI don't understand Reddit's general disdain for ads", ">\n\nThey want something entertaining in an afternoon party spent ignoring a football game.", ">\n\nI always think of Bill Burr when he was talking about super bowl parties. Same exact feeling 😂 I stopped going to them a while ago", ">\n\nSuper Bowl commercials use to be exciting because you'd never see them again. Now they're all on YouTube ahead of time. You can even see commercials from the past.", ">\n\nWhen my father pressures me to go over his house for a Super Bowl Party when I hate football and sports in general, I need something to be entertained by, the commercials do that.", ">\n\nSo you’re depressed about people being entertained by things designed to be entertaining? Seems like a ‘you’ issue to me, tbh. Maybe you should watch a Zoloft ad, see if that helps cheer you up.", ">\n\nThere's no feeling worse than watching your team get blown out and then seeing those fucking Burger King ads.", ">\n\nNo different than enthusiasm for watching a three hour game with 11 actual minutes of action. The rest of the time are replays, commentary and other pre-recorded footage.", ">\n\nFootball has been destroyed by ads. The sport isn't designed for athleticism, its designed to have as many stops as possible for ads.", ">\n\nIt's those commercials that fund the spectacular event. It is part of the reason they can pay the players so much money to risk body and mind in an incredibly dangerous sport. The fact that they put in extra effort for these commercials shouldn't bother you that much. No one forces you to buy the product. I get this is UP but lately they have just been mad/spiteful ones", ">\n\nHow do you expect us to pay football players bajallions of dollars?", ">\n\nWe're gonna deluged anyway, might as well enjoy ourselves", ">\n\nDon't yuck my yum. I'm sure there is more embarrassing stuff I do.", ">\n\nWhat else are we supposed to watch? Football?", ">\n\n20 years ago, it was a different story. It was also the super bowl for marketing companies where they were going to show their best work. \nNow, it's almost 100% pure shit.", ">\n\n2009 career builder commercial where the Koala gets punched is probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nI can't deal with \"commercial\" people.", ">\n\nSuperbowl ads aren’t really funny anymore. The most recent funny ads I can remember were in superbowl 52. And no one’s excited because of the commercial aspect, just because they’re funny.", ">\n\nNever mind the ads, how about glorifying a sport that leads to brain damage and thinking it is a reasonable hobby to follow the statistics of grown men in tights playing with balls.", ">\n\nThey used to be a huge deal. The Pepsi Clear commercial? Companies used to come up with creative things that were a big deal, not so much anymore.", ">\n\nThey aren't that smart.", ">\n\nDon’t look at me. I don’t do commercials, I don’t do sports. I am entirely un-American.", ">\n\nDon't get it either.", ">\n\nTbf though I think if a company makes an advert as impactful and memorable as say \"bellys gonna get ya\" (Reebok), they've earned your support in the instance that you need to purchase something within the market they cater to. So for example, if I have a choice of Nike or Reebok for a similar price and similar style, I'll choose the Reebok because they earned with bellys gonna get ya.\nNot that it's a superbowl ad but it's one of the most memorable of all time. I'm also going to have a bias in favour of Cadbury due to the Phil Collins gorilla advert being really cool, and I'm marginally more likely to buy skittles than something similar to skittles because skittles have the taste the Rainbow series some of which are particularly good ads.\nBasically if an ad earns my respect on account of the quality of the ad, then the company has earned the sale in the scenario that they are an option to consider when buying a product.", ">\n\nDuring the what, now?", ">\n\nThese commercials are at least unique and less repetitive than the ads I see all the time.", ">\n\nWhen I was young, the commercials were funny and cool. Now they are just pushing agenda and product.", ">\n\nI don’t know anyone who gets excited for the commercials.", ">\n\nThey really haven’t even been as funny as they were in the mid-2000s\nAll of these cringy corporate jokes make me genuinely do whatever the opposite of laughing is", ">\n\nKinda ended for me when the bud bowl did.", ">\n\nI watch the super bowls cause of the ads lol. But I also mainly enjoy the group environment that football inspires. Like where else can I watch the most brain dead commercials selling me random nonsense around my best friends in our football gear while I eat finger foods. \nObviously I try not to ruin it for anyone by being obnoxious that I don’t like football but fuck yea it’s a solid time.", ">\n\nLetting other peoples happiness depress you is very weird", ">\n\nDont you dare disrespect my super bowl ads", ">\n\nHow come so many people have such a problem with people enjoying themselves? \nWhat is it about someone else's happiness that bothers you do much?\nAre you jealous you can't find enjoyment in life anymore, is that what it is", ">\n\nThis year was the first time I started watching regular season football and was really disappointed with the spam of gambling/Qatar vacation ads. What the hell is the NFL trying to push to their audience.", ">\n\nit's just another form of entertainment", ">\n\nI hate watching all sports", ">\n\nBut theyre less boring than the game" ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude", ">\n\nDo you want something more American than getting carried away with ads?", ">\n\nI don't understand Reddit's general disdain for ads", ">\n\nThey want something entertaining in an afternoon party spent ignoring a football game.", ">\n\nI always think of Bill Burr when he was talking about super bowl parties. Same exact feeling 😂 I stopped going to them a while ago", ">\n\nSuper Bowl commercials use to be exciting because you'd never see them again. Now they're all on YouTube ahead of time. You can even see commercials from the past.", ">\n\nWhen my father pressures me to go over his house for a Super Bowl Party when I hate football and sports in general, I need something to be entertained by, the commercials do that.", ">\n\nSo you’re depressed about people being entertained by things designed to be entertaining? Seems like a ‘you’ issue to me, tbh. Maybe you should watch a Zoloft ad, see if that helps cheer you up.", ">\n\nThere's no feeling worse than watching your team get blown out and then seeing those fucking Burger King ads.", ">\n\nNo different than enthusiasm for watching a three hour game with 11 actual minutes of action. The rest of the time are replays, commentary and other pre-recorded footage.", ">\n\nFootball has been destroyed by ads. The sport isn't designed for athleticism, its designed to have as many stops as possible for ads.", ">\n\nIt's those commercials that fund the spectacular event. It is part of the reason they can pay the players so much money to risk body and mind in an incredibly dangerous sport. The fact that they put in extra effort for these commercials shouldn't bother you that much. No one forces you to buy the product. I get this is UP but lately they have just been mad/spiteful ones", ">\n\nHow do you expect us to pay football players bajallions of dollars?", ">\n\nWe're gonna deluged anyway, might as well enjoy ourselves", ">\n\nDon't yuck my yum. I'm sure there is more embarrassing stuff I do.", ">\n\nWhat else are we supposed to watch? Football?", ">\n\n20 years ago, it was a different story. It was also the super bowl for marketing companies where they were going to show their best work. \nNow, it's almost 100% pure shit.", ">\n\n2009 career builder commercial where the Koala gets punched is probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nI can't deal with \"commercial\" people.", ">\n\nSuperbowl ads aren’t really funny anymore. The most recent funny ads I can remember were in superbowl 52. And no one’s excited because of the commercial aspect, just because they’re funny.", ">\n\nNever mind the ads, how about glorifying a sport that leads to brain damage and thinking it is a reasonable hobby to follow the statistics of grown men in tights playing with balls.", ">\n\nThey used to be a huge deal. The Pepsi Clear commercial? Companies used to come up with creative things that were a big deal, not so much anymore.", ">\n\nThey aren't that smart.", ">\n\nDon’t look at me. I don’t do commercials, I don’t do sports. I am entirely un-American.", ">\n\nDon't get it either.", ">\n\nTbf though I think if a company makes an advert as impactful and memorable as say \"bellys gonna get ya\" (Reebok), they've earned your support in the instance that you need to purchase something within the market they cater to. So for example, if I have a choice of Nike or Reebok for a similar price and similar style, I'll choose the Reebok because they earned with bellys gonna get ya.\nNot that it's a superbowl ad but it's one of the most memorable of all time. I'm also going to have a bias in favour of Cadbury due to the Phil Collins gorilla advert being really cool, and I'm marginally more likely to buy skittles than something similar to skittles because skittles have the taste the Rainbow series some of which are particularly good ads.\nBasically if an ad earns my respect on account of the quality of the ad, then the company has earned the sale in the scenario that they are an option to consider when buying a product.", ">\n\nDuring the what, now?", ">\n\nThese commercials are at least unique and less repetitive than the ads I see all the time.", ">\n\nWhen I was young, the commercials were funny and cool. Now they are just pushing agenda and product.", ">\n\nI don’t know anyone who gets excited for the commercials.", ">\n\nThey really haven’t even been as funny as they were in the mid-2000s\nAll of these cringy corporate jokes make me genuinely do whatever the opposite of laughing is", ">\n\nKinda ended for me when the bud bowl did.", ">\n\nI watch the super bowls cause of the ads lol. But I also mainly enjoy the group environment that football inspires. Like where else can I watch the most brain dead commercials selling me random nonsense around my best friends in our football gear while I eat finger foods. \nObviously I try not to ruin it for anyone by being obnoxious that I don’t like football but fuck yea it’s a solid time.", ">\n\nLetting other peoples happiness depress you is very weird", ">\n\nDont you dare disrespect my super bowl ads", ">\n\nHow come so many people have such a problem with people enjoying themselves? \nWhat is it about someone else's happiness that bothers you do much?\nAre you jealous you can't find enjoyment in life anymore, is that what it is", ">\n\nThis year was the first time I started watching regular season football and was really disappointed with the spam of gambling/Qatar vacation ads. What the hell is the NFL trying to push to their audience.", ">\n\nit's just another form of entertainment", ">\n\nI hate watching all sports", ">\n\nBut theyre less boring than the game", ">\n\nIve never heard anyone say they look forward to the ads other than other brands and \"news\" stations" ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude", ">\n\nDo you want something more American than getting carried away with ads?", ">\n\nI don't understand Reddit's general disdain for ads", ">\n\nThey want something entertaining in an afternoon party spent ignoring a football game.", ">\n\nI always think of Bill Burr when he was talking about super bowl parties. Same exact feeling 😂 I stopped going to them a while ago", ">\n\nSuper Bowl commercials use to be exciting because you'd never see them again. Now they're all on YouTube ahead of time. You can even see commercials from the past.", ">\n\nWhen my father pressures me to go over his house for a Super Bowl Party when I hate football and sports in general, I need something to be entertained by, the commercials do that.", ">\n\nSo you’re depressed about people being entertained by things designed to be entertaining? Seems like a ‘you’ issue to me, tbh. Maybe you should watch a Zoloft ad, see if that helps cheer you up.", ">\n\nThere's no feeling worse than watching your team get blown out and then seeing those fucking Burger King ads.", ">\n\nNo different than enthusiasm for watching a three hour game with 11 actual minutes of action. The rest of the time are replays, commentary and other pre-recorded footage.", ">\n\nFootball has been destroyed by ads. The sport isn't designed for athleticism, its designed to have as many stops as possible for ads.", ">\n\nIt's those commercials that fund the spectacular event. It is part of the reason they can pay the players so much money to risk body and mind in an incredibly dangerous sport. The fact that they put in extra effort for these commercials shouldn't bother you that much. No one forces you to buy the product. I get this is UP but lately they have just been mad/spiteful ones", ">\n\nHow do you expect us to pay football players bajallions of dollars?", ">\n\nWe're gonna deluged anyway, might as well enjoy ourselves", ">\n\nDon't yuck my yum. I'm sure there is more embarrassing stuff I do.", ">\n\nWhat else are we supposed to watch? Football?", ">\n\n20 years ago, it was a different story. It was also the super bowl for marketing companies where they were going to show their best work. \nNow, it's almost 100% pure shit.", ">\n\n2009 career builder commercial where the Koala gets punched is probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nI can't deal with \"commercial\" people.", ">\n\nSuperbowl ads aren’t really funny anymore. The most recent funny ads I can remember were in superbowl 52. And no one’s excited because of the commercial aspect, just because they’re funny.", ">\n\nNever mind the ads, how about glorifying a sport that leads to brain damage and thinking it is a reasonable hobby to follow the statistics of grown men in tights playing with balls.", ">\n\nThey used to be a huge deal. The Pepsi Clear commercial? Companies used to come up with creative things that were a big deal, not so much anymore.", ">\n\nThey aren't that smart.", ">\n\nDon’t look at me. I don’t do commercials, I don’t do sports. I am entirely un-American.", ">\n\nDon't get it either.", ">\n\nTbf though I think if a company makes an advert as impactful and memorable as say \"bellys gonna get ya\" (Reebok), they've earned your support in the instance that you need to purchase something within the market they cater to. So for example, if I have a choice of Nike or Reebok for a similar price and similar style, I'll choose the Reebok because they earned with bellys gonna get ya.\nNot that it's a superbowl ad but it's one of the most memorable of all time. I'm also going to have a bias in favour of Cadbury due to the Phil Collins gorilla advert being really cool, and I'm marginally more likely to buy skittles than something similar to skittles because skittles have the taste the Rainbow series some of which are particularly good ads.\nBasically if an ad earns my respect on account of the quality of the ad, then the company has earned the sale in the scenario that they are an option to consider when buying a product.", ">\n\nDuring the what, now?", ">\n\nThese commercials are at least unique and less repetitive than the ads I see all the time.", ">\n\nWhen I was young, the commercials were funny and cool. Now they are just pushing agenda and product.", ">\n\nI don’t know anyone who gets excited for the commercials.", ">\n\nThey really haven’t even been as funny as they were in the mid-2000s\nAll of these cringy corporate jokes make me genuinely do whatever the opposite of laughing is", ">\n\nKinda ended for me when the bud bowl did.", ">\n\nI watch the super bowls cause of the ads lol. But I also mainly enjoy the group environment that football inspires. Like where else can I watch the most brain dead commercials selling me random nonsense around my best friends in our football gear while I eat finger foods. \nObviously I try not to ruin it for anyone by being obnoxious that I don’t like football but fuck yea it’s a solid time.", ">\n\nLetting other peoples happiness depress you is very weird", ">\n\nDont you dare disrespect my super bowl ads", ">\n\nHow come so many people have such a problem with people enjoying themselves? \nWhat is it about someone else's happiness that bothers you do much?\nAre you jealous you can't find enjoyment in life anymore, is that what it is", ">\n\nThis year was the first time I started watching regular season football and was really disappointed with the spam of gambling/Qatar vacation ads. What the hell is the NFL trying to push to their audience.", ">\n\nit's just another form of entertainment", ">\n\nI hate watching all sports", ">\n\nBut theyre less boring than the game", ">\n\nIve never heard anyone say they look forward to the ads other than other brands and \"news\" stations", ">\n\nAmericans are embarrassing for a lot worse than this." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude", ">\n\nDo you want something more American than getting carried away with ads?", ">\n\nI don't understand Reddit's general disdain for ads", ">\n\nThey want something entertaining in an afternoon party spent ignoring a football game.", ">\n\nI always think of Bill Burr when he was talking about super bowl parties. Same exact feeling 😂 I stopped going to them a while ago", ">\n\nSuper Bowl commercials use to be exciting because you'd never see them again. Now they're all on YouTube ahead of time. You can even see commercials from the past.", ">\n\nWhen my father pressures me to go over his house for a Super Bowl Party when I hate football and sports in general, I need something to be entertained by, the commercials do that.", ">\n\nSo you’re depressed about people being entertained by things designed to be entertaining? Seems like a ‘you’ issue to me, tbh. Maybe you should watch a Zoloft ad, see if that helps cheer you up.", ">\n\nThere's no feeling worse than watching your team get blown out and then seeing those fucking Burger King ads.", ">\n\nNo different than enthusiasm for watching a three hour game with 11 actual minutes of action. The rest of the time are replays, commentary and other pre-recorded footage.", ">\n\nFootball has been destroyed by ads. The sport isn't designed for athleticism, its designed to have as many stops as possible for ads.", ">\n\nIt's those commercials that fund the spectacular event. It is part of the reason they can pay the players so much money to risk body and mind in an incredibly dangerous sport. The fact that they put in extra effort for these commercials shouldn't bother you that much. No one forces you to buy the product. I get this is UP but lately they have just been mad/spiteful ones", ">\n\nHow do you expect us to pay football players bajallions of dollars?", ">\n\nWe're gonna deluged anyway, might as well enjoy ourselves", ">\n\nDon't yuck my yum. I'm sure there is more embarrassing stuff I do.", ">\n\nWhat else are we supposed to watch? Football?", ">\n\n20 years ago, it was a different story. It was also the super bowl for marketing companies where they were going to show their best work. \nNow, it's almost 100% pure shit.", ">\n\n2009 career builder commercial where the Koala gets punched is probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nI can't deal with \"commercial\" people.", ">\n\nSuperbowl ads aren’t really funny anymore. The most recent funny ads I can remember were in superbowl 52. And no one’s excited because of the commercial aspect, just because they’re funny.", ">\n\nNever mind the ads, how about glorifying a sport that leads to brain damage and thinking it is a reasonable hobby to follow the statistics of grown men in tights playing with balls.", ">\n\nThey used to be a huge deal. The Pepsi Clear commercial? Companies used to come up with creative things that were a big deal, not so much anymore.", ">\n\nThey aren't that smart.", ">\n\nDon’t look at me. I don’t do commercials, I don’t do sports. I am entirely un-American.", ">\n\nDon't get it either.", ">\n\nTbf though I think if a company makes an advert as impactful and memorable as say \"bellys gonna get ya\" (Reebok), they've earned your support in the instance that you need to purchase something within the market they cater to. So for example, if I have a choice of Nike or Reebok for a similar price and similar style, I'll choose the Reebok because they earned with bellys gonna get ya.\nNot that it's a superbowl ad but it's one of the most memorable of all time. I'm also going to have a bias in favour of Cadbury due to the Phil Collins gorilla advert being really cool, and I'm marginally more likely to buy skittles than something similar to skittles because skittles have the taste the Rainbow series some of which are particularly good ads.\nBasically if an ad earns my respect on account of the quality of the ad, then the company has earned the sale in the scenario that they are an option to consider when buying a product.", ">\n\nDuring the what, now?", ">\n\nThese commercials are at least unique and less repetitive than the ads I see all the time.", ">\n\nWhen I was young, the commercials were funny and cool. Now they are just pushing agenda and product.", ">\n\nI don’t know anyone who gets excited for the commercials.", ">\n\nThey really haven’t even been as funny as they were in the mid-2000s\nAll of these cringy corporate jokes make me genuinely do whatever the opposite of laughing is", ">\n\nKinda ended for me when the bud bowl did.", ">\n\nI watch the super bowls cause of the ads lol. But I also mainly enjoy the group environment that football inspires. Like where else can I watch the most brain dead commercials selling me random nonsense around my best friends in our football gear while I eat finger foods. \nObviously I try not to ruin it for anyone by being obnoxious that I don’t like football but fuck yea it’s a solid time.", ">\n\nLetting other peoples happiness depress you is very weird", ">\n\nDont you dare disrespect my super bowl ads", ">\n\nHow come so many people have such a problem with people enjoying themselves? \nWhat is it about someone else's happiness that bothers you do much?\nAre you jealous you can't find enjoyment in life anymore, is that what it is", ">\n\nThis year was the first time I started watching regular season football and was really disappointed with the spam of gambling/Qatar vacation ads. What the hell is the NFL trying to push to their audience.", ">\n\nit's just another form of entertainment", ">\n\nI hate watching all sports", ">\n\nBut theyre less boring than the game", ">\n\nIve never heard anyone say they look forward to the ads other than other brands and \"news\" stations", ">\n\nAmericans are embarrassing for a lot worse than this.", ">\n\nIt’s just grandiose brain washing" ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude", ">\n\nDo you want something more American than getting carried away with ads?", ">\n\nI don't understand Reddit's general disdain for ads", ">\n\nThey want something entertaining in an afternoon party spent ignoring a football game.", ">\n\nI always think of Bill Burr when he was talking about super bowl parties. Same exact feeling 😂 I stopped going to them a while ago", ">\n\nSuper Bowl commercials use to be exciting because you'd never see them again. Now they're all on YouTube ahead of time. You can even see commercials from the past.", ">\n\nWhen my father pressures me to go over his house for a Super Bowl Party when I hate football and sports in general, I need something to be entertained by, the commercials do that.", ">\n\nSo you’re depressed about people being entertained by things designed to be entertaining? Seems like a ‘you’ issue to me, tbh. Maybe you should watch a Zoloft ad, see if that helps cheer you up.", ">\n\nThere's no feeling worse than watching your team get blown out and then seeing those fucking Burger King ads.", ">\n\nNo different than enthusiasm for watching a three hour game with 11 actual minutes of action. The rest of the time are replays, commentary and other pre-recorded footage.", ">\n\nFootball has been destroyed by ads. The sport isn't designed for athleticism, its designed to have as many stops as possible for ads.", ">\n\nIt's those commercials that fund the spectacular event. It is part of the reason they can pay the players so much money to risk body and mind in an incredibly dangerous sport. The fact that they put in extra effort for these commercials shouldn't bother you that much. No one forces you to buy the product. I get this is UP but lately they have just been mad/spiteful ones", ">\n\nHow do you expect us to pay football players bajallions of dollars?", ">\n\nWe're gonna deluged anyway, might as well enjoy ourselves", ">\n\nDon't yuck my yum. I'm sure there is more embarrassing stuff I do.", ">\n\nWhat else are we supposed to watch? Football?", ">\n\n20 years ago, it was a different story. It was also the super bowl for marketing companies where they were going to show their best work. \nNow, it's almost 100% pure shit.", ">\n\n2009 career builder commercial where the Koala gets punched is probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nI can't deal with \"commercial\" people.", ">\n\nSuperbowl ads aren’t really funny anymore. The most recent funny ads I can remember were in superbowl 52. And no one’s excited because of the commercial aspect, just because they’re funny.", ">\n\nNever mind the ads, how about glorifying a sport that leads to brain damage and thinking it is a reasonable hobby to follow the statistics of grown men in tights playing with balls.", ">\n\nThey used to be a huge deal. The Pepsi Clear commercial? Companies used to come up with creative things that were a big deal, not so much anymore.", ">\n\nThey aren't that smart.", ">\n\nDon’t look at me. I don’t do commercials, I don’t do sports. I am entirely un-American.", ">\n\nDon't get it either.", ">\n\nTbf though I think if a company makes an advert as impactful and memorable as say \"bellys gonna get ya\" (Reebok), they've earned your support in the instance that you need to purchase something within the market they cater to. So for example, if I have a choice of Nike or Reebok for a similar price and similar style, I'll choose the Reebok because they earned with bellys gonna get ya.\nNot that it's a superbowl ad but it's one of the most memorable of all time. I'm also going to have a bias in favour of Cadbury due to the Phil Collins gorilla advert being really cool, and I'm marginally more likely to buy skittles than something similar to skittles because skittles have the taste the Rainbow series some of which are particularly good ads.\nBasically if an ad earns my respect on account of the quality of the ad, then the company has earned the sale in the scenario that they are an option to consider when buying a product.", ">\n\nDuring the what, now?", ">\n\nThese commercials are at least unique and less repetitive than the ads I see all the time.", ">\n\nWhen I was young, the commercials were funny and cool. Now they are just pushing agenda and product.", ">\n\nI don’t know anyone who gets excited for the commercials.", ">\n\nThey really haven’t even been as funny as they were in the mid-2000s\nAll of these cringy corporate jokes make me genuinely do whatever the opposite of laughing is", ">\n\nKinda ended for me when the bud bowl did.", ">\n\nI watch the super bowls cause of the ads lol. But I also mainly enjoy the group environment that football inspires. Like where else can I watch the most brain dead commercials selling me random nonsense around my best friends in our football gear while I eat finger foods. \nObviously I try not to ruin it for anyone by being obnoxious that I don’t like football but fuck yea it’s a solid time.", ">\n\nLetting other peoples happiness depress you is very weird", ">\n\nDont you dare disrespect my super bowl ads", ">\n\nHow come so many people have such a problem with people enjoying themselves? \nWhat is it about someone else's happiness that bothers you do much?\nAre you jealous you can't find enjoyment in life anymore, is that what it is", ">\n\nThis year was the first time I started watching regular season football and was really disappointed with the spam of gambling/Qatar vacation ads. What the hell is the NFL trying to push to their audience.", ">\n\nit's just another form of entertainment", ">\n\nI hate watching all sports", ">\n\nBut theyre less boring than the game", ">\n\nIve never heard anyone say they look forward to the ads other than other brands and \"news\" stations", ">\n\nAmericans are embarrassing for a lot worse than this.", ">\n\nIt’s just grandiose brain washing", ">\n\nIt costs seven million dollars for a 30 second ad spot. Yeah, it's a commercial, but it's the cream of the crop. The best these advertisers have to offer. Color me interested. \n(also, in order to watch all that other \"funny content\", you're probably gonna have to sit through an ad anyway. No escape!)" ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude", ">\n\nDo you want something more American than getting carried away with ads?", ">\n\nI don't understand Reddit's general disdain for ads", ">\n\nThey want something entertaining in an afternoon party spent ignoring a football game.", ">\n\nI always think of Bill Burr when he was talking about super bowl parties. Same exact feeling 😂 I stopped going to them a while ago", ">\n\nSuper Bowl commercials use to be exciting because you'd never see them again. Now they're all on YouTube ahead of time. You can even see commercials from the past.", ">\n\nWhen my father pressures me to go over his house for a Super Bowl Party when I hate football and sports in general, I need something to be entertained by, the commercials do that.", ">\n\nSo you’re depressed about people being entertained by things designed to be entertaining? Seems like a ‘you’ issue to me, tbh. Maybe you should watch a Zoloft ad, see if that helps cheer you up.", ">\n\nThere's no feeling worse than watching your team get blown out and then seeing those fucking Burger King ads.", ">\n\nNo different than enthusiasm for watching a three hour game with 11 actual minutes of action. The rest of the time are replays, commentary and other pre-recorded footage.", ">\n\nFootball has been destroyed by ads. The sport isn't designed for athleticism, its designed to have as many stops as possible for ads.", ">\n\nIt's those commercials that fund the spectacular event. It is part of the reason they can pay the players so much money to risk body and mind in an incredibly dangerous sport. The fact that they put in extra effort for these commercials shouldn't bother you that much. No one forces you to buy the product. I get this is UP but lately they have just been mad/spiteful ones", ">\n\nHow do you expect us to pay football players bajallions of dollars?", ">\n\nWe're gonna deluged anyway, might as well enjoy ourselves", ">\n\nDon't yuck my yum. I'm sure there is more embarrassing stuff I do.", ">\n\nWhat else are we supposed to watch? Football?", ">\n\n20 years ago, it was a different story. It was also the super bowl for marketing companies where they were going to show their best work. \nNow, it's almost 100% pure shit.", ">\n\n2009 career builder commercial where the Koala gets punched is probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nI can't deal with \"commercial\" people.", ">\n\nSuperbowl ads aren’t really funny anymore. The most recent funny ads I can remember were in superbowl 52. And no one’s excited because of the commercial aspect, just because they’re funny.", ">\n\nNever mind the ads, how about glorifying a sport that leads to brain damage and thinking it is a reasonable hobby to follow the statistics of grown men in tights playing with balls.", ">\n\nThey used to be a huge deal. The Pepsi Clear commercial? Companies used to come up with creative things that were a big deal, not so much anymore.", ">\n\nThey aren't that smart.", ">\n\nDon’t look at me. I don’t do commercials, I don’t do sports. I am entirely un-American.", ">\n\nDon't get it either.", ">\n\nTbf though I think if a company makes an advert as impactful and memorable as say \"bellys gonna get ya\" (Reebok), they've earned your support in the instance that you need to purchase something within the market they cater to. So for example, if I have a choice of Nike or Reebok for a similar price and similar style, I'll choose the Reebok because they earned with bellys gonna get ya.\nNot that it's a superbowl ad but it's one of the most memorable of all time. I'm also going to have a bias in favour of Cadbury due to the Phil Collins gorilla advert being really cool, and I'm marginally more likely to buy skittles than something similar to skittles because skittles have the taste the Rainbow series some of which are particularly good ads.\nBasically if an ad earns my respect on account of the quality of the ad, then the company has earned the sale in the scenario that they are an option to consider when buying a product.", ">\n\nDuring the what, now?", ">\n\nThese commercials are at least unique and less repetitive than the ads I see all the time.", ">\n\nWhen I was young, the commercials were funny and cool. Now they are just pushing agenda and product.", ">\n\nI don’t know anyone who gets excited for the commercials.", ">\n\nThey really haven’t even been as funny as they were in the mid-2000s\nAll of these cringy corporate jokes make me genuinely do whatever the opposite of laughing is", ">\n\nKinda ended for me when the bud bowl did.", ">\n\nI watch the super bowls cause of the ads lol. But I also mainly enjoy the group environment that football inspires. Like where else can I watch the most brain dead commercials selling me random nonsense around my best friends in our football gear while I eat finger foods. \nObviously I try not to ruin it for anyone by being obnoxious that I don’t like football but fuck yea it’s a solid time.", ">\n\nLetting other peoples happiness depress you is very weird", ">\n\nDont you dare disrespect my super bowl ads", ">\n\nHow come so many people have such a problem with people enjoying themselves? \nWhat is it about someone else's happiness that bothers you do much?\nAre you jealous you can't find enjoyment in life anymore, is that what it is", ">\n\nThis year was the first time I started watching regular season football and was really disappointed with the spam of gambling/Qatar vacation ads. What the hell is the NFL trying to push to their audience.", ">\n\nit's just another form of entertainment", ">\n\nI hate watching all sports", ">\n\nBut theyre less boring than the game", ">\n\nIve never heard anyone say they look forward to the ads other than other brands and \"news\" stations", ">\n\nAmericans are embarrassing for a lot worse than this.", ">\n\nIt’s just grandiose brain washing", ">\n\nIt costs seven million dollars for a 30 second ad spot. Yeah, it's a commercial, but it's the cream of the crop. The best these advertisers have to offer. Color me interested. \n(also, in order to watch all that other \"funny content\", you're probably gonna have to sit through an ad anyway. No escape!)", ">\n\nSuper bowl commercials were probably a different breed back in the 90's" ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude", ">\n\nDo you want something more American than getting carried away with ads?", ">\n\nI don't understand Reddit's general disdain for ads", ">\n\nThey want something entertaining in an afternoon party spent ignoring a football game.", ">\n\nI always think of Bill Burr when he was talking about super bowl parties. Same exact feeling 😂 I stopped going to them a while ago", ">\n\nSuper Bowl commercials use to be exciting because you'd never see them again. Now they're all on YouTube ahead of time. You can even see commercials from the past.", ">\n\nWhen my father pressures me to go over his house for a Super Bowl Party when I hate football and sports in general, I need something to be entertained by, the commercials do that.", ">\n\nSo you’re depressed about people being entertained by things designed to be entertaining? Seems like a ‘you’ issue to me, tbh. Maybe you should watch a Zoloft ad, see if that helps cheer you up.", ">\n\nThere's no feeling worse than watching your team get blown out and then seeing those fucking Burger King ads.", ">\n\nNo different than enthusiasm for watching a three hour game with 11 actual minutes of action. The rest of the time are replays, commentary and other pre-recorded footage.", ">\n\nFootball has been destroyed by ads. The sport isn't designed for athleticism, its designed to have as many stops as possible for ads.", ">\n\nIt's those commercials that fund the spectacular event. It is part of the reason they can pay the players so much money to risk body and mind in an incredibly dangerous sport. The fact that they put in extra effort for these commercials shouldn't bother you that much. No one forces you to buy the product. I get this is UP but lately they have just been mad/spiteful ones", ">\n\nHow do you expect us to pay football players bajallions of dollars?", ">\n\nWe're gonna deluged anyway, might as well enjoy ourselves", ">\n\nDon't yuck my yum. I'm sure there is more embarrassing stuff I do.", ">\n\nWhat else are we supposed to watch? Football?", ">\n\n20 years ago, it was a different story. It was also the super bowl for marketing companies where they were going to show their best work. \nNow, it's almost 100% pure shit.", ">\n\n2009 career builder commercial where the Koala gets punched is probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nI can't deal with \"commercial\" people.", ">\n\nSuperbowl ads aren’t really funny anymore. The most recent funny ads I can remember were in superbowl 52. And no one’s excited because of the commercial aspect, just because they’re funny.", ">\n\nNever mind the ads, how about glorifying a sport that leads to brain damage and thinking it is a reasonable hobby to follow the statistics of grown men in tights playing with balls.", ">\n\nThey used to be a huge deal. The Pepsi Clear commercial? Companies used to come up with creative things that were a big deal, not so much anymore.", ">\n\nThey aren't that smart.", ">\n\nDon’t look at me. I don’t do commercials, I don’t do sports. I am entirely un-American.", ">\n\nDon't get it either.", ">\n\nTbf though I think if a company makes an advert as impactful and memorable as say \"bellys gonna get ya\" (Reebok), they've earned your support in the instance that you need to purchase something within the market they cater to. So for example, if I have a choice of Nike or Reebok for a similar price and similar style, I'll choose the Reebok because they earned with bellys gonna get ya.\nNot that it's a superbowl ad but it's one of the most memorable of all time. I'm also going to have a bias in favour of Cadbury due to the Phil Collins gorilla advert being really cool, and I'm marginally more likely to buy skittles than something similar to skittles because skittles have the taste the Rainbow series some of which are particularly good ads.\nBasically if an ad earns my respect on account of the quality of the ad, then the company has earned the sale in the scenario that they are an option to consider when buying a product.", ">\n\nDuring the what, now?", ">\n\nThese commercials are at least unique and less repetitive than the ads I see all the time.", ">\n\nWhen I was young, the commercials were funny and cool. Now they are just pushing agenda and product.", ">\n\nI don’t know anyone who gets excited for the commercials.", ">\n\nThey really haven’t even been as funny as they were in the mid-2000s\nAll of these cringy corporate jokes make me genuinely do whatever the opposite of laughing is", ">\n\nKinda ended for me when the bud bowl did.", ">\n\nI watch the super bowls cause of the ads lol. But I also mainly enjoy the group environment that football inspires. Like where else can I watch the most brain dead commercials selling me random nonsense around my best friends in our football gear while I eat finger foods. \nObviously I try not to ruin it for anyone by being obnoxious that I don’t like football but fuck yea it’s a solid time.", ">\n\nLetting other peoples happiness depress you is very weird", ">\n\nDont you dare disrespect my super bowl ads", ">\n\nHow come so many people have such a problem with people enjoying themselves? \nWhat is it about someone else's happiness that bothers you do much?\nAre you jealous you can't find enjoyment in life anymore, is that what it is", ">\n\nThis year was the first time I started watching regular season football and was really disappointed with the spam of gambling/Qatar vacation ads. What the hell is the NFL trying to push to their audience.", ">\n\nit's just another form of entertainment", ">\n\nI hate watching all sports", ">\n\nBut theyre less boring than the game", ">\n\nIve never heard anyone say they look forward to the ads other than other brands and \"news\" stations", ">\n\nAmericans are embarrassing for a lot worse than this.", ">\n\nIt’s just grandiose brain washing", ">\n\nIt costs seven million dollars for a 30 second ad spot. Yeah, it's a commercial, but it's the cream of the crop. The best these advertisers have to offer. Color me interested. \n(also, in order to watch all that other \"funny content\", you're probably gonna have to sit through an ad anyway. No escape!)", ">\n\nSuper bowl commercials were probably a different breed back in the 90's", ">\n\nHey OP - have you ever seen the “quit having fun” meme? Google it if you haven’t. I think it was made for you." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude", ">\n\nDo you want something more American than getting carried away with ads?", ">\n\nI don't understand Reddit's general disdain for ads", ">\n\nThey want something entertaining in an afternoon party spent ignoring a football game.", ">\n\nI always think of Bill Burr when he was talking about super bowl parties. Same exact feeling 😂 I stopped going to them a while ago", ">\n\nSuper Bowl commercials use to be exciting because you'd never see them again. Now they're all on YouTube ahead of time. You can even see commercials from the past.", ">\n\nWhen my father pressures me to go over his house for a Super Bowl Party when I hate football and sports in general, I need something to be entertained by, the commercials do that.", ">\n\nSo you’re depressed about people being entertained by things designed to be entertaining? Seems like a ‘you’ issue to me, tbh. Maybe you should watch a Zoloft ad, see if that helps cheer you up.", ">\n\nThere's no feeling worse than watching your team get blown out and then seeing those fucking Burger King ads.", ">\n\nNo different than enthusiasm for watching a three hour game with 11 actual minutes of action. The rest of the time are replays, commentary and other pre-recorded footage.", ">\n\nFootball has been destroyed by ads. The sport isn't designed for athleticism, its designed to have as many stops as possible for ads.", ">\n\nIt's those commercials that fund the spectacular event. It is part of the reason they can pay the players so much money to risk body and mind in an incredibly dangerous sport. The fact that they put in extra effort for these commercials shouldn't bother you that much. No one forces you to buy the product. I get this is UP but lately they have just been mad/spiteful ones", ">\n\nHow do you expect us to pay football players bajallions of dollars?", ">\n\nWe're gonna deluged anyway, might as well enjoy ourselves", ">\n\nDon't yuck my yum. I'm sure there is more embarrassing stuff I do.", ">\n\nWhat else are we supposed to watch? Football?", ">\n\n20 years ago, it was a different story. It was also the super bowl for marketing companies where they were going to show their best work. \nNow, it's almost 100% pure shit.", ">\n\n2009 career builder commercial where the Koala gets punched is probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nI can't deal with \"commercial\" people.", ">\n\nSuperbowl ads aren’t really funny anymore. The most recent funny ads I can remember were in superbowl 52. And no one’s excited because of the commercial aspect, just because they’re funny.", ">\n\nNever mind the ads, how about glorifying a sport that leads to brain damage and thinking it is a reasonable hobby to follow the statistics of grown men in tights playing with balls.", ">\n\nThey used to be a huge deal. The Pepsi Clear commercial? Companies used to come up with creative things that were a big deal, not so much anymore.", ">\n\nThey aren't that smart.", ">\n\nDon’t look at me. I don’t do commercials, I don’t do sports. I am entirely un-American.", ">\n\nDon't get it either.", ">\n\nTbf though I think if a company makes an advert as impactful and memorable as say \"bellys gonna get ya\" (Reebok), they've earned your support in the instance that you need to purchase something within the market they cater to. So for example, if I have a choice of Nike or Reebok for a similar price and similar style, I'll choose the Reebok because they earned with bellys gonna get ya.\nNot that it's a superbowl ad but it's one of the most memorable of all time. I'm also going to have a bias in favour of Cadbury due to the Phil Collins gorilla advert being really cool, and I'm marginally more likely to buy skittles than something similar to skittles because skittles have the taste the Rainbow series some of which are particularly good ads.\nBasically if an ad earns my respect on account of the quality of the ad, then the company has earned the sale in the scenario that they are an option to consider when buying a product.", ">\n\nDuring the what, now?", ">\n\nThese commercials are at least unique and less repetitive than the ads I see all the time.", ">\n\nWhen I was young, the commercials were funny and cool. Now they are just pushing agenda and product.", ">\n\nI don’t know anyone who gets excited for the commercials.", ">\n\nThey really haven’t even been as funny as they were in the mid-2000s\nAll of these cringy corporate jokes make me genuinely do whatever the opposite of laughing is", ">\n\nKinda ended for me when the bud bowl did.", ">\n\nI watch the super bowls cause of the ads lol. But I also mainly enjoy the group environment that football inspires. Like where else can I watch the most brain dead commercials selling me random nonsense around my best friends in our football gear while I eat finger foods. \nObviously I try not to ruin it for anyone by being obnoxious that I don’t like football but fuck yea it’s a solid time.", ">\n\nLetting other peoples happiness depress you is very weird", ">\n\nDont you dare disrespect my super bowl ads", ">\n\nHow come so many people have such a problem with people enjoying themselves? \nWhat is it about someone else's happiness that bothers you do much?\nAre you jealous you can't find enjoyment in life anymore, is that what it is", ">\n\nThis year was the first time I started watching regular season football and was really disappointed with the spam of gambling/Qatar vacation ads. What the hell is the NFL trying to push to their audience.", ">\n\nit's just another form of entertainment", ">\n\nI hate watching all sports", ">\n\nBut theyre less boring than the game", ">\n\nIve never heard anyone say they look forward to the ads other than other brands and \"news\" stations", ">\n\nAmericans are embarrassing for a lot worse than this.", ">\n\nIt’s just grandiose brain washing", ">\n\nIt costs seven million dollars for a 30 second ad spot. Yeah, it's a commercial, but it's the cream of the crop. The best these advertisers have to offer. Color me interested. \n(also, in order to watch all that other \"funny content\", you're probably gonna have to sit through an ad anyway. No escape!)", ">\n\nSuper bowl commercials were probably a different breed back in the 90's", ">\n\nHey OP - have you ever seen the “quit having fun” meme? Google it if you haven’t. I think it was made for you.", ">\n\nBut Breaking Bad ad" ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude", ">\n\nDo you want something more American than getting carried away with ads?", ">\n\nI don't understand Reddit's general disdain for ads", ">\n\nThey want something entertaining in an afternoon party spent ignoring a football game.", ">\n\nI always think of Bill Burr when he was talking about super bowl parties. Same exact feeling 😂 I stopped going to them a while ago", ">\n\nSuper Bowl commercials use to be exciting because you'd never see them again. Now they're all on YouTube ahead of time. You can even see commercials from the past.", ">\n\nWhen my father pressures me to go over his house for a Super Bowl Party when I hate football and sports in general, I need something to be entertained by, the commercials do that.", ">\n\nSo you’re depressed about people being entertained by things designed to be entertaining? Seems like a ‘you’ issue to me, tbh. Maybe you should watch a Zoloft ad, see if that helps cheer you up.", ">\n\nThere's no feeling worse than watching your team get blown out and then seeing those fucking Burger King ads.", ">\n\nNo different than enthusiasm for watching a three hour game with 11 actual minutes of action. The rest of the time are replays, commentary and other pre-recorded footage.", ">\n\nFootball has been destroyed by ads. The sport isn't designed for athleticism, its designed to have as many stops as possible for ads.", ">\n\nIt's those commercials that fund the spectacular event. It is part of the reason they can pay the players so much money to risk body and mind in an incredibly dangerous sport. The fact that they put in extra effort for these commercials shouldn't bother you that much. No one forces you to buy the product. I get this is UP but lately they have just been mad/spiteful ones", ">\n\nHow do you expect us to pay football players bajallions of dollars?", ">\n\nWe're gonna deluged anyway, might as well enjoy ourselves", ">\n\nDon't yuck my yum. I'm sure there is more embarrassing stuff I do.", ">\n\nWhat else are we supposed to watch? Football?", ">\n\n20 years ago, it was a different story. It was also the super bowl for marketing companies where they were going to show their best work. \nNow, it's almost 100% pure shit.", ">\n\n2009 career builder commercial where the Koala gets punched is probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nI can't deal with \"commercial\" people.", ">\n\nSuperbowl ads aren’t really funny anymore. The most recent funny ads I can remember were in superbowl 52. And no one’s excited because of the commercial aspect, just because they’re funny.", ">\n\nNever mind the ads, how about glorifying a sport that leads to brain damage and thinking it is a reasonable hobby to follow the statistics of grown men in tights playing with balls.", ">\n\nThey used to be a huge deal. The Pepsi Clear commercial? Companies used to come up with creative things that were a big deal, not so much anymore.", ">\n\nThey aren't that smart.", ">\n\nDon’t look at me. I don’t do commercials, I don’t do sports. I am entirely un-American.", ">\n\nDon't get it either.", ">\n\nTbf though I think if a company makes an advert as impactful and memorable as say \"bellys gonna get ya\" (Reebok), they've earned your support in the instance that you need to purchase something within the market they cater to. So for example, if I have a choice of Nike or Reebok for a similar price and similar style, I'll choose the Reebok because they earned with bellys gonna get ya.\nNot that it's a superbowl ad but it's one of the most memorable of all time. I'm also going to have a bias in favour of Cadbury due to the Phil Collins gorilla advert being really cool, and I'm marginally more likely to buy skittles than something similar to skittles because skittles have the taste the Rainbow series some of which are particularly good ads.\nBasically if an ad earns my respect on account of the quality of the ad, then the company has earned the sale in the scenario that they are an option to consider when buying a product.", ">\n\nDuring the what, now?", ">\n\nThese commercials are at least unique and less repetitive than the ads I see all the time.", ">\n\nWhen I was young, the commercials were funny and cool. Now they are just pushing agenda and product.", ">\n\nI don’t know anyone who gets excited for the commercials.", ">\n\nThey really haven’t even been as funny as they were in the mid-2000s\nAll of these cringy corporate jokes make me genuinely do whatever the opposite of laughing is", ">\n\nKinda ended for me when the bud bowl did.", ">\n\nI watch the super bowls cause of the ads lol. But I also mainly enjoy the group environment that football inspires. Like where else can I watch the most brain dead commercials selling me random nonsense around my best friends in our football gear while I eat finger foods. \nObviously I try not to ruin it for anyone by being obnoxious that I don’t like football but fuck yea it’s a solid time.", ">\n\nLetting other peoples happiness depress you is very weird", ">\n\nDont you dare disrespect my super bowl ads", ">\n\nHow come so many people have such a problem with people enjoying themselves? \nWhat is it about someone else's happiness that bothers you do much?\nAre you jealous you can't find enjoyment in life anymore, is that what it is", ">\n\nThis year was the first time I started watching regular season football and was really disappointed with the spam of gambling/Qatar vacation ads. What the hell is the NFL trying to push to their audience.", ">\n\nit's just another form of entertainment", ">\n\nI hate watching all sports", ">\n\nBut theyre less boring than the game", ">\n\nIve never heard anyone say they look forward to the ads other than other brands and \"news\" stations", ">\n\nAmericans are embarrassing for a lot worse than this.", ">\n\nIt’s just grandiose brain washing", ">\n\nIt costs seven million dollars for a 30 second ad spot. Yeah, it's a commercial, but it's the cream of the crop. The best these advertisers have to offer. Color me interested. \n(also, in order to watch all that other \"funny content\", you're probably gonna have to sit through an ad anyway. No escape!)", ">\n\nSuper bowl commercials were probably a different breed back in the 90's", ">\n\nHey OP - have you ever seen the “quit having fun” meme? Google it if you haven’t. I think it was made for you.", ">\n\nBut Breaking Bad ad", ">\n\nLol yeah" ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude", ">\n\nDo you want something more American than getting carried away with ads?", ">\n\nI don't understand Reddit's general disdain for ads", ">\n\nThey want something entertaining in an afternoon party spent ignoring a football game.", ">\n\nI always think of Bill Burr when he was talking about super bowl parties. Same exact feeling 😂 I stopped going to them a while ago", ">\n\nSuper Bowl commercials use to be exciting because you'd never see them again. Now they're all on YouTube ahead of time. You can even see commercials from the past.", ">\n\nWhen my father pressures me to go over his house for a Super Bowl Party when I hate football and sports in general, I need something to be entertained by, the commercials do that.", ">\n\nSo you’re depressed about people being entertained by things designed to be entertaining? Seems like a ‘you’ issue to me, tbh. Maybe you should watch a Zoloft ad, see if that helps cheer you up.", ">\n\nThere's no feeling worse than watching your team get blown out and then seeing those fucking Burger King ads.", ">\n\nNo different than enthusiasm for watching a three hour game with 11 actual minutes of action. The rest of the time are replays, commentary and other pre-recorded footage.", ">\n\nFootball has been destroyed by ads. The sport isn't designed for athleticism, its designed to have as many stops as possible for ads.", ">\n\nIt's those commercials that fund the spectacular event. It is part of the reason they can pay the players so much money to risk body and mind in an incredibly dangerous sport. The fact that they put in extra effort for these commercials shouldn't bother you that much. No one forces you to buy the product. I get this is UP but lately they have just been mad/spiteful ones", ">\n\nHow do you expect us to pay football players bajallions of dollars?", ">\n\nWe're gonna deluged anyway, might as well enjoy ourselves", ">\n\nDon't yuck my yum. I'm sure there is more embarrassing stuff I do.", ">\n\nWhat else are we supposed to watch? Football?", ">\n\n20 years ago, it was a different story. It was also the super bowl for marketing companies where they were going to show their best work. \nNow, it's almost 100% pure shit.", ">\n\n2009 career builder commercial where the Koala gets punched is probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nI can't deal with \"commercial\" people.", ">\n\nSuperbowl ads aren’t really funny anymore. The most recent funny ads I can remember were in superbowl 52. And no one’s excited because of the commercial aspect, just because they’re funny.", ">\n\nNever mind the ads, how about glorifying a sport that leads to brain damage and thinking it is a reasonable hobby to follow the statistics of grown men in tights playing with balls.", ">\n\nThey used to be a huge deal. The Pepsi Clear commercial? Companies used to come up with creative things that were a big deal, not so much anymore.", ">\n\nThey aren't that smart.", ">\n\nDon’t look at me. I don’t do commercials, I don’t do sports. I am entirely un-American.", ">\n\nDon't get it either.", ">\n\nTbf though I think if a company makes an advert as impactful and memorable as say \"bellys gonna get ya\" (Reebok), they've earned your support in the instance that you need to purchase something within the market they cater to. So for example, if I have a choice of Nike or Reebok for a similar price and similar style, I'll choose the Reebok because they earned with bellys gonna get ya.\nNot that it's a superbowl ad but it's one of the most memorable of all time. I'm also going to have a bias in favour of Cadbury due to the Phil Collins gorilla advert being really cool, and I'm marginally more likely to buy skittles than something similar to skittles because skittles have the taste the Rainbow series some of which are particularly good ads.\nBasically if an ad earns my respect on account of the quality of the ad, then the company has earned the sale in the scenario that they are an option to consider when buying a product.", ">\n\nDuring the what, now?", ">\n\nThese commercials are at least unique and less repetitive than the ads I see all the time.", ">\n\nWhen I was young, the commercials were funny and cool. Now they are just pushing agenda and product.", ">\n\nI don’t know anyone who gets excited for the commercials.", ">\n\nThey really haven’t even been as funny as they were in the mid-2000s\nAll of these cringy corporate jokes make me genuinely do whatever the opposite of laughing is", ">\n\nKinda ended for me when the bud bowl did.", ">\n\nI watch the super bowls cause of the ads lol. But I also mainly enjoy the group environment that football inspires. Like where else can I watch the most brain dead commercials selling me random nonsense around my best friends in our football gear while I eat finger foods. \nObviously I try not to ruin it for anyone by being obnoxious that I don’t like football but fuck yea it’s a solid time.", ">\n\nLetting other peoples happiness depress you is very weird", ">\n\nDont you dare disrespect my super bowl ads", ">\n\nHow come so many people have such a problem with people enjoying themselves? \nWhat is it about someone else's happiness that bothers you do much?\nAre you jealous you can't find enjoyment in life anymore, is that what it is", ">\n\nThis year was the first time I started watching regular season football and was really disappointed with the spam of gambling/Qatar vacation ads. What the hell is the NFL trying to push to their audience.", ">\n\nit's just another form of entertainment", ">\n\nI hate watching all sports", ">\n\nBut theyre less boring than the game", ">\n\nIve never heard anyone say they look forward to the ads other than other brands and \"news\" stations", ">\n\nAmericans are embarrassing for a lot worse than this.", ">\n\nIt’s just grandiose brain washing", ">\n\nIt costs seven million dollars for a 30 second ad spot. Yeah, it's a commercial, but it's the cream of the crop. The best these advertisers have to offer. Color me interested. \n(also, in order to watch all that other \"funny content\", you're probably gonna have to sit through an ad anyway. No escape!)", ">\n\nSuper bowl commercials were probably a different breed back in the 90's", ">\n\nHey OP - have you ever seen the “quit having fun” meme? Google it if you haven’t. I think it was made for you.", ">\n\nBut Breaking Bad ad", ">\n\nLol yeah", ">\n\nOne factor is that the Super Bowl is one of the most watched televised events of the year, which is why companies will pay shitloads of money to get their ads in. Not only that, but it's often used to show a commercial for the very first time, which just adds to the novelty of it." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude", ">\n\nDo you want something more American than getting carried away with ads?", ">\n\nI don't understand Reddit's general disdain for ads", ">\n\nThey want something entertaining in an afternoon party spent ignoring a football game.", ">\n\nI always think of Bill Burr when he was talking about super bowl parties. Same exact feeling 😂 I stopped going to them a while ago", ">\n\nSuper Bowl commercials use to be exciting because you'd never see them again. Now they're all on YouTube ahead of time. You can even see commercials from the past.", ">\n\nWhen my father pressures me to go over his house for a Super Bowl Party when I hate football and sports in general, I need something to be entertained by, the commercials do that.", ">\n\nSo you’re depressed about people being entertained by things designed to be entertaining? Seems like a ‘you’ issue to me, tbh. Maybe you should watch a Zoloft ad, see if that helps cheer you up.", ">\n\nThere's no feeling worse than watching your team get blown out and then seeing those fucking Burger King ads.", ">\n\nNo different than enthusiasm for watching a three hour game with 11 actual minutes of action. The rest of the time are replays, commentary and other pre-recorded footage.", ">\n\nFootball has been destroyed by ads. The sport isn't designed for athleticism, its designed to have as many stops as possible for ads.", ">\n\nIt's those commercials that fund the spectacular event. It is part of the reason they can pay the players so much money to risk body and mind in an incredibly dangerous sport. The fact that they put in extra effort for these commercials shouldn't bother you that much. No one forces you to buy the product. I get this is UP but lately they have just been mad/spiteful ones", ">\n\nHow do you expect us to pay football players bajallions of dollars?", ">\n\nWe're gonna deluged anyway, might as well enjoy ourselves", ">\n\nDon't yuck my yum. I'm sure there is more embarrassing stuff I do.", ">\n\nWhat else are we supposed to watch? Football?", ">\n\n20 years ago, it was a different story. It was also the super bowl for marketing companies where they were going to show their best work. \nNow, it's almost 100% pure shit.", ">\n\n2009 career builder commercial where the Koala gets punched is probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nI can't deal with \"commercial\" people.", ">\n\nSuperbowl ads aren’t really funny anymore. The most recent funny ads I can remember were in superbowl 52. And no one’s excited because of the commercial aspect, just because they’re funny.", ">\n\nNever mind the ads, how about glorifying a sport that leads to brain damage and thinking it is a reasonable hobby to follow the statistics of grown men in tights playing with balls.", ">\n\nThey used to be a huge deal. The Pepsi Clear commercial? Companies used to come up with creative things that were a big deal, not so much anymore.", ">\n\nThey aren't that smart.", ">\n\nDon’t look at me. I don’t do commercials, I don’t do sports. I am entirely un-American.", ">\n\nDon't get it either.", ">\n\nTbf though I think if a company makes an advert as impactful and memorable as say \"bellys gonna get ya\" (Reebok), they've earned your support in the instance that you need to purchase something within the market they cater to. So for example, if I have a choice of Nike or Reebok for a similar price and similar style, I'll choose the Reebok because they earned with bellys gonna get ya.\nNot that it's a superbowl ad but it's one of the most memorable of all time. I'm also going to have a bias in favour of Cadbury due to the Phil Collins gorilla advert being really cool, and I'm marginally more likely to buy skittles than something similar to skittles because skittles have the taste the Rainbow series some of which are particularly good ads.\nBasically if an ad earns my respect on account of the quality of the ad, then the company has earned the sale in the scenario that they are an option to consider when buying a product.", ">\n\nDuring the what, now?", ">\n\nThese commercials are at least unique and less repetitive than the ads I see all the time.", ">\n\nWhen I was young, the commercials were funny and cool. Now they are just pushing agenda and product.", ">\n\nI don’t know anyone who gets excited for the commercials.", ">\n\nThey really haven’t even been as funny as they were in the mid-2000s\nAll of these cringy corporate jokes make me genuinely do whatever the opposite of laughing is", ">\n\nKinda ended for me when the bud bowl did.", ">\n\nI watch the super bowls cause of the ads lol. But I also mainly enjoy the group environment that football inspires. Like where else can I watch the most brain dead commercials selling me random nonsense around my best friends in our football gear while I eat finger foods. \nObviously I try not to ruin it for anyone by being obnoxious that I don’t like football but fuck yea it’s a solid time.", ">\n\nLetting other peoples happiness depress you is very weird", ">\n\nDont you dare disrespect my super bowl ads", ">\n\nHow come so many people have such a problem with people enjoying themselves? \nWhat is it about someone else's happiness that bothers you do much?\nAre you jealous you can't find enjoyment in life anymore, is that what it is", ">\n\nThis year was the first time I started watching regular season football and was really disappointed with the spam of gambling/Qatar vacation ads. What the hell is the NFL trying to push to their audience.", ">\n\nit's just another form of entertainment", ">\n\nI hate watching all sports", ">\n\nBut theyre less boring than the game", ">\n\nIve never heard anyone say they look forward to the ads other than other brands and \"news\" stations", ">\n\nAmericans are embarrassing for a lot worse than this.", ">\n\nIt’s just grandiose brain washing", ">\n\nIt costs seven million dollars for a 30 second ad spot. Yeah, it's a commercial, but it's the cream of the crop. The best these advertisers have to offer. Color me interested. \n(also, in order to watch all that other \"funny content\", you're probably gonna have to sit through an ad anyway. No escape!)", ">\n\nSuper bowl commercials were probably a different breed back in the 90's", ">\n\nHey OP - have you ever seen the “quit having fun” meme? Google it if you haven’t. I think it was made for you.", ">\n\nBut Breaking Bad ad", ">\n\nLol yeah", ">\n\nOne factor is that the Super Bowl is one of the most watched televised events of the year, which is why companies will pay shitloads of money to get their ads in. Not only that, but it's often used to show a commercial for the very first time, which just adds to the novelty of it.", ">\n\nI feel like Americans are the only ones that truly care about the Superbowl. Could be wrong tho. I still don't really know what it is exactly. Just some sports event." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude", ">\n\nDo you want something more American than getting carried away with ads?", ">\n\nI don't understand Reddit's general disdain for ads", ">\n\nThey want something entertaining in an afternoon party spent ignoring a football game.", ">\n\nI always think of Bill Burr when he was talking about super bowl parties. Same exact feeling 😂 I stopped going to them a while ago", ">\n\nSuper Bowl commercials use to be exciting because you'd never see them again. Now they're all on YouTube ahead of time. You can even see commercials from the past.", ">\n\nWhen my father pressures me to go over his house for a Super Bowl Party when I hate football and sports in general, I need something to be entertained by, the commercials do that.", ">\n\nSo you’re depressed about people being entertained by things designed to be entertaining? Seems like a ‘you’ issue to me, tbh. Maybe you should watch a Zoloft ad, see if that helps cheer you up.", ">\n\nThere's no feeling worse than watching your team get blown out and then seeing those fucking Burger King ads.", ">\n\nNo different than enthusiasm for watching a three hour game with 11 actual minutes of action. The rest of the time are replays, commentary and other pre-recorded footage.", ">\n\nFootball has been destroyed by ads. The sport isn't designed for athleticism, its designed to have as many stops as possible for ads.", ">\n\nIt's those commercials that fund the spectacular event. It is part of the reason they can pay the players so much money to risk body and mind in an incredibly dangerous sport. The fact that they put in extra effort for these commercials shouldn't bother you that much. No one forces you to buy the product. I get this is UP but lately they have just been mad/spiteful ones", ">\n\nHow do you expect us to pay football players bajallions of dollars?", ">\n\nWe're gonna deluged anyway, might as well enjoy ourselves", ">\n\nDon't yuck my yum. I'm sure there is more embarrassing stuff I do.", ">\n\nWhat else are we supposed to watch? Football?", ">\n\n20 years ago, it was a different story. It was also the super bowl for marketing companies where they were going to show their best work. \nNow, it's almost 100% pure shit.", ">\n\n2009 career builder commercial where the Koala gets punched is probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nI can't deal with \"commercial\" people.", ">\n\nSuperbowl ads aren’t really funny anymore. The most recent funny ads I can remember were in superbowl 52. And no one’s excited because of the commercial aspect, just because they’re funny.", ">\n\nNever mind the ads, how about glorifying a sport that leads to brain damage and thinking it is a reasonable hobby to follow the statistics of grown men in tights playing with balls.", ">\n\nThey used to be a huge deal. The Pepsi Clear commercial? Companies used to come up with creative things that were a big deal, not so much anymore.", ">\n\nThey aren't that smart.", ">\n\nDon’t look at me. I don’t do commercials, I don’t do sports. I am entirely un-American.", ">\n\nDon't get it either.", ">\n\nTbf though I think if a company makes an advert as impactful and memorable as say \"bellys gonna get ya\" (Reebok), they've earned your support in the instance that you need to purchase something within the market they cater to. So for example, if I have a choice of Nike or Reebok for a similar price and similar style, I'll choose the Reebok because they earned with bellys gonna get ya.\nNot that it's a superbowl ad but it's one of the most memorable of all time. I'm also going to have a bias in favour of Cadbury due to the Phil Collins gorilla advert being really cool, and I'm marginally more likely to buy skittles than something similar to skittles because skittles have the taste the Rainbow series some of which are particularly good ads.\nBasically if an ad earns my respect on account of the quality of the ad, then the company has earned the sale in the scenario that they are an option to consider when buying a product.", ">\n\nDuring the what, now?", ">\n\nThese commercials are at least unique and less repetitive than the ads I see all the time.", ">\n\nWhen I was young, the commercials were funny and cool. Now they are just pushing agenda and product.", ">\n\nI don’t know anyone who gets excited for the commercials.", ">\n\nThey really haven’t even been as funny as they were in the mid-2000s\nAll of these cringy corporate jokes make me genuinely do whatever the opposite of laughing is", ">\n\nKinda ended for me when the bud bowl did.", ">\n\nI watch the super bowls cause of the ads lol. But I also mainly enjoy the group environment that football inspires. Like where else can I watch the most brain dead commercials selling me random nonsense around my best friends in our football gear while I eat finger foods. \nObviously I try not to ruin it for anyone by being obnoxious that I don’t like football but fuck yea it’s a solid time.", ">\n\nLetting other peoples happiness depress you is very weird", ">\n\nDont you dare disrespect my super bowl ads", ">\n\nHow come so many people have such a problem with people enjoying themselves? \nWhat is it about someone else's happiness that bothers you do much?\nAre you jealous you can't find enjoyment in life anymore, is that what it is", ">\n\nThis year was the first time I started watching regular season football and was really disappointed with the spam of gambling/Qatar vacation ads. What the hell is the NFL trying to push to their audience.", ">\n\nit's just another form of entertainment", ">\n\nI hate watching all sports", ">\n\nBut theyre less boring than the game", ">\n\nIve never heard anyone say they look forward to the ads other than other brands and \"news\" stations", ">\n\nAmericans are embarrassing for a lot worse than this.", ">\n\nIt’s just grandiose brain washing", ">\n\nIt costs seven million dollars for a 30 second ad spot. Yeah, it's a commercial, but it's the cream of the crop. The best these advertisers have to offer. Color me interested. \n(also, in order to watch all that other \"funny content\", you're probably gonna have to sit through an ad anyway. No escape!)", ">\n\nSuper bowl commercials were probably a different breed back in the 90's", ">\n\nHey OP - have you ever seen the “quit having fun” meme? Google it if you haven’t. I think it was made for you.", ">\n\nBut Breaking Bad ad", ">\n\nLol yeah", ">\n\nOne factor is that the Super Bowl is one of the most watched televised events of the year, which is why companies will pay shitloads of money to get their ads in. Not only that, but it's often used to show a commercial for the very first time, which just adds to the novelty of it.", ">\n\nI feel like Americans are the only ones that truly care about the Superbowl. Could be wrong tho. I still don't really know what it is exactly. Just some sports event.", ">\n\nFunny is funny tho regardless of who makes it and with so much amateurish unfunny online content at least during the Super Bowl there are some good laughs" ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude", ">\n\nDo you want something more American than getting carried away with ads?", ">\n\nI don't understand Reddit's general disdain for ads", ">\n\nThey want something entertaining in an afternoon party spent ignoring a football game.", ">\n\nI always think of Bill Burr when he was talking about super bowl parties. Same exact feeling 😂 I stopped going to them a while ago", ">\n\nSuper Bowl commercials use to be exciting because you'd never see them again. Now they're all on YouTube ahead of time. You can even see commercials from the past.", ">\n\nWhen my father pressures me to go over his house for a Super Bowl Party when I hate football and sports in general, I need something to be entertained by, the commercials do that.", ">\n\nSo you’re depressed about people being entertained by things designed to be entertaining? Seems like a ‘you’ issue to me, tbh. Maybe you should watch a Zoloft ad, see if that helps cheer you up.", ">\n\nThere's no feeling worse than watching your team get blown out and then seeing those fucking Burger King ads.", ">\n\nNo different than enthusiasm for watching a three hour game with 11 actual minutes of action. The rest of the time are replays, commentary and other pre-recorded footage.", ">\n\nFootball has been destroyed by ads. The sport isn't designed for athleticism, its designed to have as many stops as possible for ads.", ">\n\nIt's those commercials that fund the spectacular event. It is part of the reason they can pay the players so much money to risk body and mind in an incredibly dangerous sport. The fact that they put in extra effort for these commercials shouldn't bother you that much. No one forces you to buy the product. I get this is UP but lately they have just been mad/spiteful ones", ">\n\nHow do you expect us to pay football players bajallions of dollars?", ">\n\nWe're gonna deluged anyway, might as well enjoy ourselves", ">\n\nDon't yuck my yum. I'm sure there is more embarrassing stuff I do.", ">\n\nWhat else are we supposed to watch? Football?", ">\n\n20 years ago, it was a different story. It was also the super bowl for marketing companies where they were going to show their best work. \nNow, it's almost 100% pure shit.", ">\n\n2009 career builder commercial where the Koala gets punched is probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nI can't deal with \"commercial\" people.", ">\n\nSuperbowl ads aren’t really funny anymore. The most recent funny ads I can remember were in superbowl 52. And no one’s excited because of the commercial aspect, just because they’re funny.", ">\n\nNever mind the ads, how about glorifying a sport that leads to brain damage and thinking it is a reasonable hobby to follow the statistics of grown men in tights playing with balls.", ">\n\nThey used to be a huge deal. The Pepsi Clear commercial? Companies used to come up with creative things that were a big deal, not so much anymore.", ">\n\nThey aren't that smart.", ">\n\nDon’t look at me. I don’t do commercials, I don’t do sports. I am entirely un-American.", ">\n\nDon't get it either.", ">\n\nTbf though I think if a company makes an advert as impactful and memorable as say \"bellys gonna get ya\" (Reebok), they've earned your support in the instance that you need to purchase something within the market they cater to. So for example, if I have a choice of Nike or Reebok for a similar price and similar style, I'll choose the Reebok because they earned with bellys gonna get ya.\nNot that it's a superbowl ad but it's one of the most memorable of all time. I'm also going to have a bias in favour of Cadbury due to the Phil Collins gorilla advert being really cool, and I'm marginally more likely to buy skittles than something similar to skittles because skittles have the taste the Rainbow series some of which are particularly good ads.\nBasically if an ad earns my respect on account of the quality of the ad, then the company has earned the sale in the scenario that they are an option to consider when buying a product.", ">\n\nDuring the what, now?", ">\n\nThese commercials are at least unique and less repetitive than the ads I see all the time.", ">\n\nWhen I was young, the commercials were funny and cool. Now they are just pushing agenda and product.", ">\n\nI don’t know anyone who gets excited for the commercials.", ">\n\nThey really haven’t even been as funny as they were in the mid-2000s\nAll of these cringy corporate jokes make me genuinely do whatever the opposite of laughing is", ">\n\nKinda ended for me when the bud bowl did.", ">\n\nI watch the super bowls cause of the ads lol. But I also mainly enjoy the group environment that football inspires. Like where else can I watch the most brain dead commercials selling me random nonsense around my best friends in our football gear while I eat finger foods. \nObviously I try not to ruin it for anyone by being obnoxious that I don’t like football but fuck yea it’s a solid time.", ">\n\nLetting other peoples happiness depress you is very weird", ">\n\nDont you dare disrespect my super bowl ads", ">\n\nHow come so many people have such a problem with people enjoying themselves? \nWhat is it about someone else's happiness that bothers you do much?\nAre you jealous you can't find enjoyment in life anymore, is that what it is", ">\n\nThis year was the first time I started watching regular season football and was really disappointed with the spam of gambling/Qatar vacation ads. What the hell is the NFL trying to push to their audience.", ">\n\nit's just another form of entertainment", ">\n\nI hate watching all sports", ">\n\nBut theyre less boring than the game", ">\n\nIve never heard anyone say they look forward to the ads other than other brands and \"news\" stations", ">\n\nAmericans are embarrassing for a lot worse than this.", ">\n\nIt’s just grandiose brain washing", ">\n\nIt costs seven million dollars for a 30 second ad spot. Yeah, it's a commercial, but it's the cream of the crop. The best these advertisers have to offer. Color me interested. \n(also, in order to watch all that other \"funny content\", you're probably gonna have to sit through an ad anyway. No escape!)", ">\n\nSuper bowl commercials were probably a different breed back in the 90's", ">\n\nHey OP - have you ever seen the “quit having fun” meme? Google it if you haven’t. I think it was made for you.", ">\n\nBut Breaking Bad ad", ">\n\nLol yeah", ">\n\nOne factor is that the Super Bowl is one of the most watched televised events of the year, which is why companies will pay shitloads of money to get their ads in. Not only that, but it's often used to show a commercial for the very first time, which just adds to the novelty of it.", ">\n\nI feel like Americans are the only ones that truly care about the Superbowl. Could be wrong tho. I still don't really know what it is exactly. Just some sports event.", ">\n\nFunny is funny tho regardless of who makes it and with so much amateurish unfunny online content at least during the Super Bowl there are some good laughs", ">\n\nMy dad has had a countdown to super bowl commercials since last year, really makes we want to commit patricide." ]

[ "The only people I’ve ever heard say they’re looking forward to the commercials are the ones at the super bowl party who don’t watch and/or like football\nEdit: phrasing", ">\n\nYeah seriously. Like you don’t have to like the sport but please don’t be that “HaHaH SpOrTSBaLL!” person lol\nA lot of people agreeing with OP here that are like that.", ">\n\nDude i cannot stand Sportsball people. I am an outlier in my community as I love football (go bills) and every. Single. Time. I say I'm watching a game someone always has to throw in the obnoxious \"go sportsball\". I'm like yeah well fuck that stupid Netflix show you're so into. What's the difference?\nI have a whole essay I'm working on about this and how that is shaming someone for what they are into.", ">\n\nIt’s the absolute worst. They think not liking a sport is a personality trait. Like you don’t see me going out of my way to blatantly mock something that you’re into. \nThere are definitely toxic sports fans (I mean Steelers nation can be wild) but I’d rather be around a loud fan than someone who hates football that makes it about themself.", ">\n\nYeah, exactly. \n\"Don't put me In a box\"...okay, but please don't put me I a box either unless Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs are also in there. Hahaha. \nOn a side note, I just recently learned about the Ebola Towel controversy. If you don't know what I'm talking about you have to look it up.", ">\n\nHahah I remember that!\nYeah it’s a weird trend for some franchises to disrespect the Terrible Towel without knowing the meaning behind it. I mean the profits of the towels go towards an organization that helps disabled kids. \nYou should read about the Terrible Towel Curse. People here swear by it lol", ">\n\nWe see ads a lot. At least these used to be entertaining.", ">\n\nYeah. The difference between regular commercials and Superbowl commercials is that SBC's are uber expensive, so companies make them extra memorable. Sometimes that means heartfelt and emotional, most of the time it means go for the laughs. And companies that can spend 5 million for a 30-second slot definitely have the budget for some good jokes.", ">\n\n^^^cookies\n^^^cream\n^^^be ^^^quiet, ^^^this ^^^is ^^^a ^^^library", ">\n\nOf all things to get depressed over, I’d be more concerned about that instead of folks finding a dumb commercial funny. It’s not like I’m going to now go buy whatever the commercial was marketing, it’s just funny to see sometimes. Not really that big of a deal.", ">\n\nThen the whole halftime show being such a production, often polarizing because of its countless angles to take and hear about:\nIt was the greatest thing I've seen!\nThey were terrible!\nWas anyone really paying attention?\nEt al...", ">\n\nThe commercials used to be extremely clever and we wouldn't get to see them until super bowl. We would hear hints, but that was it. Now any commercials that show during super bowl has already released online well before the game.", ">\n\n\nIm the therapist, hmmm, ohh, aha..200£ thanks", ">\n\nMaybe a therapist should tell them not to worry about what others are excited about and find some joy in their own life.", ">\n\nThey're always lame anyway. 95% of them are just celebrity cameos.", ">\n\nNow they are. They used to be really good.", ">\n\nI've been wondering if the quality has actually changed or if I'm just getting old.", ">\n\nThank the whiny leftist SJWs for that shit.", ">\n\nMAKE SUPERBOWL COMMERCIALS GREAT AGAIN", ">\n\nThey used to be entertaining and funny. When you're bombarded by ads the least they can do is make them entertaining.", ">\n\nHonestly they were never good, people just convinced each other they were good so theyd have something non-sports to talk about during the game. When you are comparing things to your average wednesday insurance commercial, even the weather channel comes off like Breaking Bad.", ">\n\nI bet you’re fun at parties. Especially Super Bowl parties.", ">\n\nImagine being so anti establishment that you actually get upset over people enjoying intentionally funny commercials. \nHumorous marketing is basically a company's way of saying \"yeah we know nobody likes commercials but we think it makes us a lot of money so let's at least have a little fun with it.\"", ">\n\nYeah no.. Marketing team doesnt care about having fun\nBut keep talking about that funny ad you saw to all your friends, dont forget to share online aswell", ">\n\nSounds like you don't work in marketing:)", ">\n\nActually I did study it for years and gave up this path\nYoure naive, they want you to have fun or be emotionnally impacted so you can remember the brand, but they dont care one bit about having fun creating something funny\nMaybe the ones who PRODUCE/film or do the acting have fun\nDo you think the guys who try to see what is the best way to use ur emotions for their benefits care about fun at all ?\nTry working in marketing yourself then, or if you do try working in a marketing team of a brand big enough to get super bowls ad, trust me the word fun is not used the way you think it is", ">\n\nLmao I do work in marketing, I make a ton of money and have a blast doing it. Sorry you tried to study and gave up ^-^ \nYou can always stop being so jaded and know-it-all like whenever you want", ">\n\nYour way of working is not the same as other teams, especially when we are talking about super bowl ads\nGlad you're having a blast focusing on psychology weak points of the people though, having morale is the reason i keep marketing in my CV and not job researches\nIam not trying to be know it all, but i get your point you're trying to rassure yourself that youre here to have fun and not manipulate people, keep making ton of money on weak people back\nAfter all why not have a bit of \"focused well thought and calculated in the details of every visual and audible way\" fun ?", ">\n\nLol TIL some people have such a crazy victim complex that they actually think commercials are out to get them", ">\n\nTo be fair, the superbowl ads used to be pretty good. Almost sit-com level quality. \nBut no, not anymore.", ">\n\nWhat else did Americans upset you with today?", ">\n\nExist.", ">\n\nThese people don't like football and can't even pretend to be watching the game . If it wasn't for the commercials, you would have to listen to them complain about you monopolizing the TV before the kids are in bed.", ">\n\nI think these people lie about how much they enjoy the commercials just so they don't sound like such a buzzkiller. Even if half the people in the room would rather be watching paint dry, it's easy for them to say \"Oh that one was funny\"", ">\n\nWhy do you care though?", ">\n\nIt was a marketing ploy that worked very well.", ">\n\nWell to be fair, because it is the most widely watched televised event of the year in the US, companies pull out all the stops to make sure their ad stands out. Superbowl ads cost over $5m just for the ad spot, so the production value has to be good. It is effectively watching companies try to create the most interesting/fun/engaging 30 second movie possible, and that can be pretty fun.", ">\n\nIdk there are some hilarious chip commercials and I don’t think that only thing overpriced about that is the time slot. Also funny chip commercials don’t get me to buy the chips.", ">\n\nSuper bowl ads used to be funny. Now they are just run of the mill ads most of the time. And this year we are so “blessed” with he gets us jesus ads from hobby lobby, but marijuana ads showing medical benefits have been turned away so they can shove alcohol ads down our throat.", ">\n\nAww lighten up, who cares what makes people excited or happy as long as it isn’t hurting anyone? You are being unnecessarily judgy here. I’m sure not everyone shares your exact opinion on the things that excite you and that’s okay", ">\n\nWhy do you care?", ">\n\nPeople that only watch the Super Bowl \"for the commercials\" are the same people that still think calling it \"sportsball\" is original and hilarious.", ">\n\nI cannot imagine how many ads I was forced to watch in the super bowl every year. I'm not much of a NFL fan at all, I only watch super bowls.", ">\n\nI still remember the 3 second ad for Miller High Life that was just a dude that yelled HIGH LIFE while stand amongst a lot of High life. It was many years ago but probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nAgree 100% It's absolutely insane how obnoxious American get around superbowl time. How can you look forward to fucking ads?!\nWhile we're talking about ads; leave it to the Americans to fill an entire street with ads ac call it a \"must see while in NYC!\"\nTimes Square is all ads rising all the way to the sky and you're telling me a have to check out that tourist trap? It's just ads! It just happens to be overwhelmingly much ads in a concentrated spot and you're telling me it's worth looking at? No thanks", ">\n\nUsually beats the heck outta the boring game. Also, is this sub the new official sh/t on America sub?", ">\n\nI feel like that is every sub.", ">\n\nLuckily for us, we don’t think about you.", ">\n\nEveryone pretends to like Football when they don't.They don't want to look like the odd duck. That's why the ads are so popular. It give them something to watch.", ">\n\nI make ads for a living. Can I make an ad for you? I feel like you need one.", ">\n\nHonestly, it’s just an older form of TikTok/Reddit/Instagram. Quick bites of content to entertain and sell things. \nIt’s no different than people talking about a funny meme they all saw.", ">\n\nHere's the thing, we have to consume SOMETHING. We need food, we need clothes, and we need appliances.\nThere's a shitton of people, a shitton of needs that have to be filled, and a lot of jobs that depend on making stuff. I get the whole \"companies are evil and manipulative\" thing, I really do, but sometimes you just gotta let that go and let yourself have some fun. Lordy.", ">\n\nThe commercials are the only part of the game I actually enjoy. The game itself is just a bunch of millionaires playing with a ball and I couldn't care less who actually wins. The commercials are funny (except for the car ads) and they are different than the normal ads we are forced to sit through the rest of the year. I really don't care what the ad is for just that it entertains me.", ">\n\nthe commercials are more entertaining than the game", ">\n\nPeople: Spends lots of money on DVRs so that they can fast forward through commercials because commercials suck.\nAlso People: Watch stupid superbowl ads and get excited about it.\nThough you have to admit the genius of the advertising industry for their being able to convince a large segment of the population that watching ads at some point is cool and fun.", ">\n\nWow, so many people butthurt that OP deigns to complain about commercials instead of cancer", ">\n\nHave you ever watched the Super Bowl?", ">\n\nIt's at least adding entertainment value to the part of TV broadcasts that everyone usually hates", ">\n\nIt's a way to keep those that don't care for football also engaged.", ">\n\nIf people’s joy depresses you, I don’t want to know what makes you happy", ">\n\nYou only see these ones for a little while, whereas everyday commercials are consistently shoved down your throat. I saw ads for a mobile game - Love Nikki - at least once a day, every single day for MONTHS", ">\n\nIf people enjoying something bothers you so much to the point it depresses you then I’m really glad I’m not you😂", ">\n\nno one says that dude", ">\n\nDo you want something more American than getting carried away with ads?", ">\n\nI don't understand Reddit's general disdain for ads", ">\n\nThey want something entertaining in an afternoon party spent ignoring a football game.", ">\n\nI always think of Bill Burr when he was talking about super bowl parties. Same exact feeling 😂 I stopped going to them a while ago", ">\n\nSuper Bowl commercials use to be exciting because you'd never see them again. Now they're all on YouTube ahead of time. You can even see commercials from the past.", ">\n\nWhen my father pressures me to go over his house for a Super Bowl Party when I hate football and sports in general, I need something to be entertained by, the commercials do that.", ">\n\nSo you’re depressed about people being entertained by things designed to be entertaining? Seems like a ‘you’ issue to me, tbh. Maybe you should watch a Zoloft ad, see if that helps cheer you up.", ">\n\nThere's no feeling worse than watching your team get blown out and then seeing those fucking Burger King ads.", ">\n\nNo different than enthusiasm for watching a three hour game with 11 actual minutes of action. The rest of the time are replays, commentary and other pre-recorded footage.", ">\n\nFootball has been destroyed by ads. The sport isn't designed for athleticism, its designed to have as many stops as possible for ads.", ">\n\nIt's those commercials that fund the spectacular event. It is part of the reason they can pay the players so much money to risk body and mind in an incredibly dangerous sport. The fact that they put in extra effort for these commercials shouldn't bother you that much. No one forces you to buy the product. I get this is UP but lately they have just been mad/spiteful ones", ">\n\nHow do you expect us to pay football players bajallions of dollars?", ">\n\nWe're gonna deluged anyway, might as well enjoy ourselves", ">\n\nDon't yuck my yum. I'm sure there is more embarrassing stuff I do.", ">\n\nWhat else are we supposed to watch? Football?", ">\n\n20 years ago, it was a different story. It was also the super bowl for marketing companies where they were going to show their best work. \nNow, it's almost 100% pure shit.", ">\n\n2009 career builder commercial where the Koala gets punched is probably the best commercial ever.", ">\n\nI can't deal with \"commercial\" people.", ">\n\nSuperbowl ads aren’t really funny anymore. The most recent funny ads I can remember were in superbowl 52. And no one’s excited because of the commercial aspect, just because they’re funny.", ">\n\nNever mind the ads, how about glorifying a sport that leads to brain damage and thinking it is a reasonable hobby to follow the statistics of grown men in tights playing with balls.", ">\n\nThey used to be a huge deal. The Pepsi Clear commercial? Companies used to come up with creative things that were a big deal, not so much anymore.", ">\n\nThey aren't that smart.", ">\n\nDon’t look at me. I don’t do commercials, I don’t do sports. I am entirely un-American.", ">\n\nDon't get it either.", ">\n\nTbf though I think if a company makes an advert as impactful and memorable as say \"bellys gonna get ya\" (Reebok), they've earned your support in the instance that you need to purchase something within the market they cater to. So for example, if I have a choice of Nike or Reebok for a similar price and similar style, I'll choose the Reebok because they earned with bellys gonna get ya.\nNot that it's a superbowl ad but it's one of the most memorable of all time. I'm also going to have a bias in favour of Cadbury due to the Phil Collins gorilla advert being really cool, and I'm marginally more likely to buy skittles than something similar to skittles because skittles have the taste the Rainbow series some of which are particularly good ads.\nBasically if an ad earns my respect on account of the quality of the ad, then the company has earned the sale in the scenario that they are an option to consider when buying a product.", ">\n\nDuring the what, now?", ">\n\nThese commercials are at least unique and less repetitive than the ads I see all the time.", ">\n\nWhen I was young, the commercials were funny and cool. Now they are just pushing agenda and product.", ">\n\nI don’t know anyone who gets excited for the commercials.", ">\n\nThey really haven’t even been as funny as they were in the mid-2000s\nAll of these cringy corporate jokes make me genuinely do whatever the opposite of laughing is", ">\n\nKinda ended for me when the bud bowl did.", ">\n\nI watch the super bowls cause of the ads lol. But I also mainly enjoy the group environment that football inspires. Like where else can I watch the most brain dead commercials selling me random nonsense around my best friends in our football gear while I eat finger foods. \nObviously I try not to ruin it for anyone by being obnoxious that I don’t like football but fuck yea it’s a solid time.", ">\n\nLetting other peoples happiness depress you is very weird", ">\n\nDont you dare disrespect my super bowl ads", ">\n\nHow come so many people have such a problem with people enjoying themselves? \nWhat is it about someone else's happiness that bothers you do much?\nAre you jealous you can't find enjoyment in life anymore, is that what it is", ">\n\nThis year was the first time I started watching regular season football and was really disappointed with the spam of gambling/Qatar vacation ads. What the hell is the NFL trying to push to their audience.", ">\n\nit's just another form of entertainment", ">\n\nI hate watching all sports", ">\n\nBut theyre less boring than the game", ">\n\nIve never heard anyone say they look forward to the ads other than other brands and \"news\" stations", ">\n\nAmericans are embarrassing for a lot worse than this.", ">\n\nIt’s just grandiose brain washing", ">\n\nIt costs seven million dollars for a 30 second ad spot. Yeah, it's a commercial, but it's the cream of the crop. The best these advertisers have to offer. Color me interested. \n(also, in order to watch all that other \"funny content\", you're probably gonna have to sit through an ad anyway. No escape!)", ">\n\nSuper bowl commercials were probably a different breed back in the 90's", ">\n\nHey OP - have you ever seen the “quit having fun” meme? Google it if you haven’t. I think it was made for you.", ">\n\nBut Breaking Bad ad", ">\n\nLol yeah", ">\n\nOne factor is that the Super Bowl is one of the most watched televised events of the year, which is why companies will pay shitloads of money to get their ads in. Not only that, but it's often used to show a commercial for the very first time, which just adds to the novelty of it.", ">\n\nI feel like Americans are the only ones that truly care about the Superbowl. Could be wrong tho. I still don't really know what it is exactly. Just some sports event.", ">\n\nFunny is funny tho regardless of who makes it and with so much amateurish unfunny online content at least during the Super Bowl there are some good laughs", ">\n\nMy dad has had a countdown to super bowl commercials since last year, really makes we want to commit patricide.", ">\n\nI care nothing about the super bowl, so the ads are literally the best part." ]