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The life of the ideal woman, as seen through the eyes of India’s ‘Mad Men’

May 14, 2015Lifestyle

Who are Indian women in the eyes of advertisers? In most cases, it seems they’re little more than eager servants for their busy, decisive husbands and sons. But change may slowly be coming to the world of Indian advertising — and society’s view of women.

Is this London ad selling protein powder or body shaming?

May 1, 2015Media

Cadillac’s viral ad glorifies America’s crazy work ethic — but my French in-laws don’t buy it

March 10, 2014Lifestyle & Belief

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