Why do cereal companies do this? Because they are evil geniuses of fun. They know you can’t resist a puzzle or a free thing.
Think about it: a cereal box is now a portal to an underwater world. One minute you’re pouring milk, the next you’re planning a date with a penguin. It’s absurd, and it’s glorious.
Fun fact: The first 2-for-1 cereal promotion started with Kellogg’s in the 1950s. They wanted to sell more Frosted Flakes. Now, you get a seahorse instead of just a tiger.
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Here’s a quirky one: Some Sea Life Centres have a giant octopus named “Colin.” Colin is famous for escaping his tank at night. Seriously.
If you use the cereal voucher, you might meet Colin. But don’t offer him your Froot Loops. He prefers squid. Rude, right?
Also, the vouchers often expire within 30 days. That’s pressure. But good pressure—like a diet when you see a donut.
