- Sep 22, 2013
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This is a sports-rapture parable inspired by my love of comics (Michael Demiurgos) and the film Mr. Baseball.
It references couture differences between New England clam chowder (NECC) and Manhattan clam chowder (MCC).
Signing off,
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The archangel Michael descended from heaven, because he was ordered by God to investigate the corruption in sports created by steroids, free-agency avarice, and management betrayals. Michael looked at NCAA football and the NFL (professional football). He realized that the indomitable New England Patriots had won 5 Super Bowl titles since 2000 and were on their way to winning their 6th --- a clear sign of unhealthy domination (which could only lead to idol worship!).
Michael looked at the marketing of New England clam chowder (a regionally-distinct culinary delight Americans cherished) and how it differed from Manhattan clam chowder. The New England clam chowder (NECC) was white in color, while the Manhattan clam chowder (MCC) was red in color. Michael knew that since Super Bowl 52 would be played between the New England Patriots and the underdog Philadelphia Eagles, he could use the MCC soup to cater to audiences seeking something fresh and different from the Patriots' overwhelming domination.
Michael disguised himself as a celebrity-chef on a nationally-televised American cooking program called The Chew. On the show, Michael started making fun and light-hearted (but spiritually symbolic) jokes about the MCC soup and why Eagles fans would enjoy the MCC during Super Bowl 52 (to protest the dominating Patriots winning too many Vince Lombardi trophies!). Michael suggested that Patriots fans preferred the NECC soup, so Eagles fans should embrace the hearty goodness of the MCC --- "just heat it up extra-hot and add lemon-juice!" (Michael said). The audience was split in reaction --- 1/2 of the women liked what Michael said.
When Super Bowl Sunday arrived, Michael was watching while flying around using his wings. He witnessed the coin-toss and kickoff and secretly himself hoped the underdog Eagles could pull off some kind of miracle. Michael knew that Philadelphia was considered more multicultural and ethnically-diverse than New England and that such a difference would create a different 'tone' of fanfare for the Eagles. Michael decided to swoop down on a hang-glider pretending to be a Campbell's soup sales-rep (during the Halftime Show) and carrying a brewing hot thermos of MCC soup! It was a fine show, and Michael's subtle message was reaching the people (and fans at home watching on TV!).
GOD: Don't give the people undue hope.
MICHAEL: Everyone knows the Patriots dominate, so I'm only creating cheer!
GOD: Your soup antics may not reach all the fans (especially the poor).
MICHAEL: Well, middle-class Americans watching the game on TV will see...
GOD: Why not just 'rescue' the souls of Tom Brady and the Eagles team?
MICHAEL: We have to reach the people in a commercial manner.
GOD: Aha, that's the 'flavor' of consumerism in modern times!
MICHAEL: That's why my MCC soup antics will raise an eye.
GOD: Yes, they might draw attention to needless merchandising.
MICHAEL: There's simply too much Patriots paraphernalia!
GOD: Maybe more youngsters will be turned onto MCC soup.
MICHAEL: I think the fact that Philadelphia is ethnically-diverse may be the reason!
GOD: Yes, pluralism is a very 'chic' topic in modern media...
MICHAEL: Blame it on Facebook and The View.
GOD: Let's hope the NFL reflects American virtue (e.g., CHiPs).
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It references couture differences between New England clam chowder (NECC) and Manhattan clam chowder (MCC).
Signing off,
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The archangel Michael descended from heaven, because he was ordered by God to investigate the corruption in sports created by steroids, free-agency avarice, and management betrayals. Michael looked at NCAA football and the NFL (professional football). He realized that the indomitable New England Patriots had won 5 Super Bowl titles since 2000 and were on their way to winning their 6th --- a clear sign of unhealthy domination (which could only lead to idol worship!).
Michael looked at the marketing of New England clam chowder (a regionally-distinct culinary delight Americans cherished) and how it differed from Manhattan clam chowder. The New England clam chowder (NECC) was white in color, while the Manhattan clam chowder (MCC) was red in color. Michael knew that since Super Bowl 52 would be played between the New England Patriots and the underdog Philadelphia Eagles, he could use the MCC soup to cater to audiences seeking something fresh and different from the Patriots' overwhelming domination.
Michael disguised himself as a celebrity-chef on a nationally-televised American cooking program called The Chew. On the show, Michael started making fun and light-hearted (but spiritually symbolic) jokes about the MCC soup and why Eagles fans would enjoy the MCC during Super Bowl 52 (to protest the dominating Patriots winning too many Vince Lombardi trophies!). Michael suggested that Patriots fans preferred the NECC soup, so Eagles fans should embrace the hearty goodness of the MCC --- "just heat it up extra-hot and add lemon-juice!" (Michael said). The audience was split in reaction --- 1/2 of the women liked what Michael said.
When Super Bowl Sunday arrived, Michael was watching while flying around using his wings. He witnessed the coin-toss and kickoff and secretly himself hoped the underdog Eagles could pull off some kind of miracle. Michael knew that Philadelphia was considered more multicultural and ethnically-diverse than New England and that such a difference would create a different 'tone' of fanfare for the Eagles. Michael decided to swoop down on a hang-glider pretending to be a Campbell's soup sales-rep (during the Halftime Show) and carrying a brewing hot thermos of MCC soup! It was a fine show, and Michael's subtle message was reaching the people (and fans at home watching on TV!).
GOD: Don't give the people undue hope.
MICHAEL: Everyone knows the Patriots dominate, so I'm only creating cheer!
GOD: Your soup antics may not reach all the fans (especially the poor).
MICHAEL: Well, middle-class Americans watching the game on TV will see...
GOD: Why not just 'rescue' the souls of Tom Brady and the Eagles team?
MICHAEL: We have to reach the people in a commercial manner.
GOD: Aha, that's the 'flavor' of consumerism in modern times!
MICHAEL: That's why my MCC soup antics will raise an eye.
GOD: Yes, they might draw attention to needless merchandising.
MICHAEL: There's simply too much Patriots paraphernalia!
GOD: Maybe more youngsters will be turned onto MCC soup.
MICHAEL: I think the fact that Philadelphia is ethnically-diverse may be the reason!
GOD: Yes, pluralism is a very 'chic' topic in modern media...
MICHAEL: Blame it on Facebook and The View.
GOD: Let's hope the NFL reflects American virtue (e.g., CHiPs).
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