I know the title is a little weak, but sometimes you just have to be blunt!
First off, I’m all for activism, in all it’s forms.
But why do some people throw themselves at issues that really aren’t of any consequence in the grand scheme of things? I mean, the global economy is failing, homelessness remains rampant and kids are bringing handguns to school. Does any of that matter to One Million Moms?
Before you ask, One Million Moms is an offshoot of the conservative organization American Family Association, and they’re campaigning against what it says is ice cream maker Ben & Jerry’s “tasteless” name for its new ice-cream flavor.
I’m sure you’re wondering just what the Ben & Jerry’s people are thinking, but there’s a method to their madness: the name is derived from a highly popular Saturday Night Live sketch that featured Alec Baldwin as bakery owner Pete Schweddy, who says of his holiday-themed concoction: “No one can resist my Schweddy balls.”
Honestly, the sketch is hilarious and it’s proof of just how talented the SNL writers, and Alec Baldwin, can be. I don’t know who the hell came up with the concept of mining a SNL sketch from the 90′s to create a limited edition ice cream flavour, but Ben & Jerry’s spokesman Sean Greenwood said the flavor has proved wildly popular, and another production run is planned.
“We’ve been hearing from many fans. It appeals to those who love our irreverent sense of humor. If you watch the skit, it’s a lot easier to get the joke,” Greenwood said. “We’re feeling pretty psyched about Schweddy Balls.”
I had to include that last comment.
To be fair, One Million Moms is an online organization that appears to have good intentions. From their website:
OneMillionMoms.com was begun to give moms an impact with the decision-makers and let them know we are upset with the messages they are sending our children and the values (or lack of them) they are pushing.
Our goal is to stop the exploitation of our children, especially by the entertainment media (TV, music, movies, etc.). Mom, OneMillionMoms.com is the most powerful tool you have to stand against the immorality, violence, vulgarity and profanity the entertainment media is throwing at your children. It is time to fight back!
While I appreciate their effort, I wish they would stick to tackling actual issues of social relevance and not start a bonfire just to draw attention to their group.
Alec Baldwin is more of a threat to himself than the youth of America.
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Man, I sure would like to try those Schweddy Balls, but they are sold out/never carried it here in the midwest.
Sold out! Can you imagine?
I would like to thank One Million Moms. For bringing this ice cream flavour to my otherwise oblivious attention!
They rock, don’t they?
I think some people just have way too much free time. I am kind of jealous, except not really at all.
One Million Moms have egg on their face after all this, I think!
You are right on.
Thanks, I thought so too!
I agree with you wholeheartedly. Let’s focus, People, on the real issues. Like texting while you’re in the bathroom or something.
Hear, hear! Thanks for dropping by.
I will put copious amounts of Shweddy Balls in my mouth to protest their protest. I hope many others will follow my lead!
I’m certain they will!
Obviously they have never had a good scoop of Sweddy Balls melting in their mouth.
Awesome post. Thanks for the hilarity.
Glad I could be of service!
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Alec is only threatening to his children, really. I’m so glad you used this in your countdown. When I saw people were protesting this, I thought really? One Million Moms would be better off protesting the growing (and astonishingly large) percentage of children (especially minority children) living in impovrished households since the recession began. But clearly, a limited run of ice cream making a ball joke from a popular television show is more damaging to children. Priorities people, priorities!
You are one smarter blogger, Aaron!
Too funny. Now I’m going to HAVE to try it. It must be true that any publicity is good publicity. But that didn’t occur to the One Million Moms.
I think One Million Moms just wanted to create a firestorm to further their own agenda. They probably love Schweddy Balls!
Mmm mm Mmm – I do love Schweddy Balls! LOL! Im kidding – I haven’t tried the product, but I love Alec B. & Though I’ve never been a Ben & Jerry’s product fan – I must say the controversial prod. name (alone) makes me want to get my hand on some… Schweddy Balls. LMBO! the name alone cracks me up. I happy without the dairy calories, the product name is hilariously GENIUS!
Yep – I’m still HOOKED! (-: Keep hammering it out brother.
The name is the ultimate “hook”, get it?
It makes you smile, and the product is actually quite good – apparently!
I haven’t even seen the skit and I was dying at the name of the flavor. Yeah, I agree, sometimes well-intentioned groups get caught up in petty activism. There are definitely bigger fish to fry. But because that One Million Moms don’t start saying you’re anti-children.
As always, you bring the voice of reason to the table, Alan!
I guess these balls melt in your mouth, but i bet they are sweet
Thanks for the smile Hook!
You’re welcome! Any time!