Program Details*

Title

Subliminal Advertising—Real or Myth?

Description

Believers in subliminal advertising claim to see hidden images like the word SEX, disembodied genitals, skulls, and weird animals. But was it real or just pervy imaginations? And, did it really make people buy stuff? Come see some egregious examples and decide for yourself. BONUS: witness subliminal adjacent phenomenon like anamorphics, the Thatcher effect, variations on “Green Needle” and more!

Must be 18 years of age or older.

Presenter’s Name

Gregg Siegel

Presenter’s Bio

Gregg Siegel is a freelance copywriter, short humor writer, former freelance joke writer for several late night shows and comedians, and a competitive punner. None of these activities utilize subliminal techniques. At least as far as you know.

*Note: The information above is a draft provided by the presenter and may be different in the HalloweeM Program Booklet.

Date/Time/Location†

Saturday at 4:30 PM in Elm

†Note: The date, time & location listed in our PAAG (when it becomes available) supersedes the date, time & location listed here, if different. The hotel layout for HalloweeM can be found here.

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[p]Chicago Area Mensa’s Regional Gathering (RG) HalloweeM is being held at the Westin North Shore Hotel. This is a large (about 500 attendees), fun, family-friendly event. Drinks, snacks, and most meals are included. There are games, tournaments, dances, and a multi-track program as well as the infamous Costume Contest on Friday and both Pretentious Drinking and the Epicurean Experience on Saturday. [/p][p]We encourage you to register and book your room in advance to qualify for any discounts, but you may register on-site. [p]Please sign-up on the website to volunteer in before you come to WeeM.[/p][p]Bring books and media to donate to our book sale—all proceeds are donated to a charity.[/p][p]See our HalloweeM website ([url]http://www.chicagomensa.org/weem/index.php[/url]) for the most up-to-date details.[/p]
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