In an effort to get young people interested in stamp collecting, the U.S. Postal Service is launching a collection of "The Simpsons" postage stamps on the 7th of May.
The first-class stamps, worth 44 cents each, are particularly special given that "The Simpsons" is the only television show to be featured as the sole subject of a stamp set while still in prime-time production.
Creator and executive producer of "The Simpsons" Matt Groening described the stamps as "the biggest and most adhesive honor The Simpsons has ever received."
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Trend Themes
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3. Nostalgia Marketing - Using popular culture icons like The Simpsons to evoke nostalgia in marketing campaigns can attract customers of all age groups.
Industry Implications
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2. Entertainment Merchandising - The entertainment merchandise industry can disruptively innovate by offering new and unique licensed products for popular TV shows or movies.
3. Marketing and Advertising - Businesses across all industries can adopt nostalgia marketing techniques to connect with customers on a personal level and create brand loyalty.