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Pop Culture Novelty Items

The ‘Parks and Recreation: Talking Waffle Button’ Recites Iconic Lines

— January 17, 2022 — Pop Culture
The 'Parks and Recreation: Talking Waffle Button' recites iconic lines and phrases that have been said throughout the beloved series. The waffle takes inspiration from Leslie Knope's passion and love for waffles.

The button looks like a plate of waffles and whipped cream from JJ's Diner, but when pressed, it quotes characters like Ron Swanson, Andy Dwyer, and April Ludgate, to name a few. An example of a phrase that fans are sure to remember because of its meme-worthiness is Ron Swanson saying, "Everything I do is the attitude of an award winner, because I've won an award." A 32-page mini-booklet is also included with the button and contains challenging trivia questions, fun quotes, and full-colored photos from the show.

Image Credit: Running Press, Perpetual Kid
Trend Themes
1. Pop Culture Novelty Items - More Pop Culture Novelties with talking buttons and toys could be developed to tap into the fan base of different TV shows and movies.
2. TV Show Merchandise - The development of quirky merchandise to tap into popular TV shows and movies could be expanded to reach new fans.
3. Nostalgic Items - There is a demand for items that bring back nostalgia from fan-favorite TV shows and movies, which could be capitalized.
Industry Implications
1. Toys and Games - Companies in this industry could produce more talking novelty items that appeal to pop culture enthusiasts.
2. Entertainment Memorabilia - This industry could develop more quirky merchandise to appeal to fans of different TV shows and movies.
3. Gifts - The gift industry could produce more products that are specifically designed for the fans of different TV shows and movies.
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