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Totally Tunsie

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Wed Jul 28, 2021, 09:29 PM Jul 2021

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Who here hasn't succumbed to the charms of this prolific huckster? Unfortunately for Ron, there is no more. RIP Ron.

Pitchman and innovator Ron Popeil dies at 86

https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/pitchman-and-innovator-ron-popeil-dies-at-86/ar-AAMGaZx?li=BBnbcA1

Known as well for his creative spirit as his ability to sell the items he sometimes made, Popeil is credited for introducing the world to the Pocket Fisherman, Mr. Microphone, Hair in a Can and Showtime Rotisserie & BBQ.

He made famous phrases like “But wait, there’s more” and “Set it, and forget it.”
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But wait...there's more! [View all] Totally Tunsie Jul 2021 OP
I'd wait dweller Jul 2021 #1
LOL Auggie Jul 2021 #2
Lol! happybird Jul 2021 #3
Here's Scary Movie's But Wait. . . TheBlackAdder Jul 2021 #6
His ads were entertaining. Blue_true Jul 2021 #4
Mr. Microphone saved my sis, me and the neighborhood kids from many a rainy day inside. littlemissmartypants Jul 2021 #5
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