Slice of Life

BUT WAIT... THERE'S MORE! The Greatest Infomercials of All Time!

Send us a message, we'd love to hear from you. [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2340606/fan_mail/new] Episode #25: BUT WAIT... THERE'S MORE! The Greatest Infomercials of All Time BUT WAIT... THERE'S MORE! This week, Jay and Rich travel back to a time when late night television belonged to legendary pitchmen like Ron Popeil, Billy Mays, and a cast of larger-than-life sales personalities who could convince America that absolutely everyone needed one more gadget. For $3.99! Before Amazon, TikTok, unboxing reviews, and influencer marketing, there were infomercials—where a charismatic pitchman, a catchy slogan, and a dramatic product demonstration could turn a simple gadget into a must-have sensation overnight. From the Veg-O-Matic, Pocket Fisherman, Ginsu Knives, Flowbee, ThighMaster, ShamWow, Slap Chop, OxiClean, Mr. Microphone, and the unforgettable Big Mouth Billy Bass, the guys revisit the products that filled our TV screens and emptied our wallets. What made these commercials so effective? Was it the demonstrations? The catchy slogans? The impossibly enthusiastic sales pitches? Or was it simply the magic of an era when every problem seemed to have a miracle solution available in three easy payments of $19.99? Jay and Rich share memories, laughs, and plenty of nostalgia as they explore the products we bought, the products we wanted, and the products we still can't believe existed. Packed with outrageous claims, unforgettable catchphrases, and enough "CALL NOW!" energy to make your old landline ring itself, this episode celebrates one of the most entertaining chapters in television history. So grab your favorite "As Seen on TV" gadget and join us for a trip back to the golden age of infomercials. Because if you listen now... we'll throw in the nostalgia absolutely free. There is nothing quite like the slow-smoked goodness at Gig’s BBQ. From tender pulled pork and fall-off-the-bone ribs to his legendary Hogzilla, every bite is packed with flavor and crafted with care. Gig’s BBQ isn’t fast food, it is real barbecue… smoked low and slow over hickory and oak until perfection. Come taste it for yourself at 855 Bloomery Pike, Augusta, West Virginia 26704  https://gigsbbqjoint.com/ [https://gigsbbqjoint.com/] Jay can be found on Facebook at: https://jaywforeman.com/ [https://jaywforeman.com/]  and  https://www.facebook.com/JayWForeman [https://www.facebook.com/JayWForeman] Rich can be found at: https://therichweller.com/ [https://therichweller.com/] and https://www.facebook.com/rich.weller.9 [https://www.facebook.com/rich.weller.9]   Contact us: sliceoflifepodcastog@gmail.com

Remembering School Lunches - Cardboard Cartons & Cafeteria Kings

Send us a message, we'd love to hear from you. [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2340606/fan_mail/new] We missed April, but we're making up for it with a heavy dose of nostalgia. From bartering for no-bake cookies to dodging the gym coach in the cafeteria, we’re unpacking the glorious (and slightly traumatic) world of school lunches. Grab a tray and your favorite wax carton of milk—Slice of Life is officially BACK! 🍕🥛  New Season... New Logo... New Intro!!  Thank you for making us GLOBAL... 53 Countries and 391 Cities. WOW!!!  There is nothing quite like the slow-smoked goodness at Gig’s BBQ. From tender pulled pork and fall-off-the-bone ribs to his legendary Hogzilla, every bite is packed with flavor and crafted with care. Gig’s BBQ isn’t fast food, it is real barbecue… smoked low and slow over hickory and oak until perfection. Come taste it for yourself at 855 Bloomery Pike, Augusta, West Virginia 26704  https://gigsbbqjoint.com/ [https://gigsbbqjoint.com/] Jay can be found on Facebook at: https://jaywforeman.com/ [https://jaywforeman.com/]  and  https://www.facebook.com/JayWForeman [https://www.facebook.com/JayWForeman] Rich can be found at: https://therichweller.com/ [https://therichweller.com/] and https://www.facebook.com/rich.weller.9 [https://www.facebook.com/rich.weller.9]   Contact us: sliceoflifepodcastog@gmail.com

Commercials That Still Live in Our Heads

Send us a message, we'd love to hear from you. [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2340606/fan_mail/new] Hold the pickles, hold the lettuce... Special Orders Don't Upset us... Have it Your Way!  Some commercials didn’t just sell products… they became part of who we are. In this episode, we rewind to the 70s and 80s… when TV commercials were unforgettable. Iconic. The jingles you still catch yourself humming. The mascots that became unforgettable. The slogans that are still stuck, for decades without trying. We’re talking about the ads that didn’t need algorithms… they earned attention the old-fashioned way… by being creative, catchy, and impossible to ignore. They were and are pop culture.  We discuss why those commercials worked… how repetition, emotion, and simplicity burned them into memory… and why today’s advertising feels so different. And this one means a little more to us… We’re celebrating our 2nd anniversary of Slice of Life. What started as conversations about growing up has now reached listeners in 38 countries and 352 cities around the world. That’s something we don’t take lightly. So whether you grew up with Saturday morning cartoons and commercial breaks… or you’re just curious why an entire generation still remembers 30-second ads word-for-word… Press play. Because some things don’t fade… They stick. There is nothing quite like the slow-smoked goodness at Gig’s BBQ. From tender pulled pork and fall-off-the-bone ribs to his legendary Hogzilla, every bite is packed with flavor and crafted with care. Gig’s BBQ isn’t fast food, it is real barbecue… smoked low and slow over hickory and oak until perfection. Come taste it for yourself at 855 Bloomery Pike, Augusta, West Virginia 26704  https://gigsbbqjoint.com/ [https://gigsbbqjoint.com/] Jay can be found on Facebook at: https://jaywforeman.com/ [https://jaywforeman.com/]  and  https://www.facebook.com/JayWForeman [https://www.facebook.com/JayWForeman] Rich can be found at: https://therichweller.com/ [https://therichweller.com/] and https://www.facebook.com/rich.weller.9 [https://www.facebook.com/rich.weller.9]   Contact us: sliceoflifepodcastog@gmail.com

The First Time We Felt Grown up

Send us a message, we'd love to hear from you. [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2340606/fan_mail/new] Whether it was the first slow dance, the first kiss, or the first time you had to change your own tire, we’re exploring the exact moment the "childhood" label started falling off. When did it happen for you? Take a listen to some of our experiences—we bet they’re probably similar. And if not, you’ll certainly take a walk down memory lane of becoming more responsible. Rich... he’s still working on it. Plus a couple shout-outs!  Thanks for listening and following. There is nothing quite like the slow-smoked goodness at Gig’s BBQ. From tender pulled pork and fall-off-the-bone ribs to his legendary Hogzilla, every bite is packed with flavor and crafted with care. Gig’s BBQ isn’t fast food, it is real barbecue… smoked low and slow over hickory and oak until perfection. Come taste it for yourself at 855 Bloomery Pike, Augusta, West Virginia 26704  https://gigsbbqjoint.com/ [https://gigsbbqjoint.com/] Jay can be found on Facebook at: https://jaywforeman.com/ [https://jaywforeman.com/]  and  https://www.facebook.com/JayWForeman [https://www.facebook.com/JayWForeman] Rich can be found at: https://therichweller.com/ [https://therichweller.com/] and https://www.facebook.com/rich.weller.9 [https://www.facebook.com/rich.weller.9]   Contact us: sliceoflifepodcastog@gmail.com

Family Game Night- Survivor Edition

Send us a message, we'd love to hear from you. [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2340606/fan_mail/new]  Game Night Was Never Just a Game ... Game night wasn’t just about winning… it was about memories, sibling rivalries, questionable rules, and moments you still laugh about today. From Mystery Date and Monopoly wars to jump scares from Perfection and the games some families refused to play, we revisit the board games that shaped our childhoods. Dice were rolled, pieces were lost, and emotions ran high… and somehow, that was the fun.  We give a shout out to our friends Barry Lee and Sierra Collins. Listen to their podcast at the links below.  Breakfast with Barry Lee: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/breakfast-with-barry-lee/id1579548541 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/breakfast-with-barry-lee/id1579548541] Branching Out with Sierra: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/branching-out-with-sierra/id1749155261 There is nothing quite like the slow-smoked goodness at Gig’s BBQ. From tender pulled pork and fall-off-the-bone ribs to his legendary Hogzilla, every bite is packed with flavor and crafted with care. Gig’s BBQ isn’t fast food, it is real barbecue… smoked low and slow over hickory and oak until perfection. Come taste it for yourself at 855 Bloomery Pike, Augusta, West Virginia 26704  https://gigsbbqjoint.com/ [https://gigsbbqjoint.com/] Jay can be found on Facebook at: https://jaywforeman.com/ [https://jaywforeman.com/]  and  https://www.facebook.com/JayWForeman [https://www.facebook.com/JayWForeman] Rich can be found at: https://therichweller.com/ [https://therichweller.com/] and https://www.facebook.com/rich.weller.9 [https://www.facebook.com/rich.weller.9]   Contact us: sliceoflifepodcastog@gmail.com