Where’s a lumberjack when you need one?

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So, I’ve been watching this Wendy’s tree-kicking spot for a few weeks now, and I have to say I’m not a fan. In fact, it kinda annoys the hell out of me. At first I couldn’t quite figure out why. It doesn’t play off sexist stereotypes or insult my intelligence. So, why does it irritate me so much? After some hefty research, I decided: 1) It’s a looooong 60 seconds. 2) It has this wannabe-Crispin vibe that just falls flat.

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