"‘Guinness Is Good For You’? Gender & Sexuality in the History of Guinness' Iconic Advertising"

"‘Guinness Is Good For You’? Gender & Sexuality in the History of Guinness' Iconic Advertising" with Charo Havermans

Summary:

Who hasn’t heard the phrase that ‘Guinness Is Good For You’? Or instantly associates that famous toucan with the black stuff? Guinness boasts some of the most iconic advertising of all time. Join Pub Historian Charo Havermans as she explores the weird and wonderful world of Guinness advertising. Learn why Guinness was so late to the game when it came to advertising, and how they were at times ahead, behind, or simply a product of their time when it came to portrayals of gender and sexuality in their iconic ads. Expect shocking tales, beautiful visuals, hilarious commercials, and proper liquid history.

Try to split the G while you’re at it!

Bio:

Charo Havermans is a Public Historian specialising in the hidden politics of everyday life. She focuses on public houses and public toilets, with an emphasis on the role of marginalised communities.

As 'The PUBlic Historian,’ Charo designs and delivers historic (pub/loo) tours and talks in London and beyond. She leads the project to co-create the worlds’ first Pub Museum.
Charo has designed tours for Open City Festival, Culture Croydon and Hackney History Festival. She has appeared on BBC Breakfast, BBC Radio London, in the Daily Mail, the LA Times and more.
Follow Charo at: @public_historian
Find out more or book a tour: https://linktr.ee/publichistorian

Venue: 

The George IV
185 Chiswick High Rd., Chiswick,
London
W4 2DR

Event Running Time:
Doors 12pm
Introduction 12:45pm
Lecture 12:50pm
Q&A 13:30pm
Finish 13:45pm

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Pints of Knowledge is a series of public talks where experts, researchers, and big thinkers share fascinating ideas all in the relaxed setting of a pub. We bring brilliant minds and curious audiences together over a pint, covering topics from science and politics to history, art, and beyond.

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