RUBE GOLDBERG MACHINE CONTEST WINNERS ANNOUNCED IN 2021 VIRTUAL CHALLENGE There’s something endlessly fascinating about Rube Goldberg machines, those insane chain-reaction contraptions that accomplish simple tasks in hilariously over-complicated ways, using everyday objects. While not… . . . read more
Keen Shoes and Jerry Garcia Take On Climate Change, In Style
April 13, 2021
Shoemaker KEEN and the Jerry Garcia Family have expanded the company’s branded collection of sandals and sneakers, featuring Jerry Garcia’s artwork, in a campaign to save the Tongass temperate rainforest. The Tongass is considered the… . . . read more
Nic Cage Film Willy’s Wonderland Appoints Radar Licensing
March 24, 2021
The film Willy’s Wonderland has appointed Radar Licensing of Brooklyn as its global licensing agent as Landmark Studio Group develops a worldwide consumer products retail program for the horror thriller, starring Nicolas Cage with Emily Tosta, Ric… . . . read more
William Shatner Creates AI Version of Himself
March 23, 2021
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief In a move worthy of Captain James T. Kirk, actor William Shatner celebrated his 90th birthday by being the first person to create an ‘AI’ version of himself,… . . . read more
Maurizio Distefano Licensing Inks Four Key Deals Through Global Merchandising Services
March 22, 2021
The Italian licensing firm Maurizio Distefano Licensing (MDL) has begun its partnership with Global Merchandising Services with a slate impressive deals, including several iconic musical artists and the brand of British celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay. Thanks… . . . read more
‘Ted Lasso’ To Join FIFA Face-Off Celebrity Gaming Show
March 19, 2021
Global gaming giant Electronic Arts has jumped the divide between esports and TV sports by developing a new show that will see celebrities going head-to-head in an EA SPORTS FIFA football match, airing live on… . . . read more
Bob Marley Family Inks Deal With Psychedelic Mushroom Company
March 15, 2021
The family of reggae legend Bob Marley has signed a multi-year licensing agreement with Silo Wellness, a company operating in the newly developing psychedelic and functional medical mushroom industry. The deal offers Silo the exclusive… . . . read more
Cardi B Releases Doll, Then Deactivates Her Twitter Account
March 5, 2021
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The famous and sometimes infamous rapper Cardi B has released her own limited edition fashion doll, and within three minutes the doll had sold out, and Cardi B… . . . read more
YouTube Clones TikTok For March Launch
February 23, 2021
If imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, then TikTok must be positively blushing right now. The spectacular rise of TikTok as a social media and entertainment phenomenon has inspired Alphabet-owned streamer YouTube to face… . . . read more
Hasbro Not Toying Around With Gina Carano
February 16, 2021
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Talk about a rough week at the office. Toy giant Hasbro says it will no longer produce any toys featuring former Mandalorian star Gina Carano, who plays the part… . . . read more