Actually Janis, our moon has had several names, especially if we use the process used for some other moons, such as Io, a moon of Jupiter and named after a Priestess of Hera.
The Inuit called the moon Alignak
The Greeks used Artemis (along with Selene and Hectate)
There is a fabulous concert location in Gilford, NH which was named “Meadowbrook” for years. Now it’s the Bank of NH pavilion with a propane company as the second name. While it didn’t slow attendance and hosts a great many country music stars all season, it’s just not the same.
Heinlein wrote “The Man Who Sold the Moon”. When it became technically possible to carbon black huge letters onto the Moon, an entrepeneur sold the right to “Something Cola”, even though their name would not be legible. He got the deal by offering to sell the rights to “8-Up” which would be clearly visible. Something Cola was willing to pay so they could run a “keep the Moon pristine” advertising campaign.
There’s going to be a time (and I’m talking about thousands of years) when the moon will look like a lighted billboard to the people of Earth, so enjoy it now in its virgin state.
I’m fed up with all the arenas and stadiums with temporary corporate names. Except in a discussion like this, I never use “SAP Center.” It will always be “The Shark Tank.”
Am I the only one who sees her looking out of the panel (breaking the 4th wall)? She’s worried that someone reading the cartoon will take one of the actions they’re discussing!
Da'Dad about 1 month ago
So then the Days are Influencers now. Seen worse.
Spiffy about 1 month ago
Hush Jimmy!
Yakety Sax about 1 month ago
Is everyone prepared for the eclipse? Will probably be the last one for me.
Muttley about 1 month ago
“Who’s in your wallet”. Funny but scary at the same time.
Robin Harwood about 1 month ago
Good healthy paranoia.
Rhetorical_Question about 1 month ago
Business is always looking for new opportunities?
Ruth Brown about 1 month ago
There is so much I don’t put out in the universe for that reason.
nosirrom about 1 month ago
Name it Warren.
SNVBD about 1 month ago
is this some american pop culture reference? i don’t get it
markkahler52 about 1 month ago
Yes, let’s go in and leave Ol’ Craterface hanging
saylorgirl about 1 month ago
I’m glad Janis told him to shut-up. He was getting ridiculous.
KennethPrice2 about 1 month ago
In “The Man Who Sold The Moon” the possibility of putting a soft drink logo on the moon was mentioned.
mgl179 about 1 month ago
Actually Janis, our moon has had several names, especially if we use the process used for some other moons, such as Io, a moon of Jupiter and named after a Priestess of Hera.
The Inuit called the moon Alignak
The Greeks used Artemis (along with Selene and Hectate)
Ancient Celts called it Cerridwen
Ancient Romans called it Diana
www. learnreligions. com/ lunar- deities- 2562404
Rayrayld Premium Member about 1 month ago
I think Arlo well may have said to much. Jimmy zip his mouth < :
e.groves about 1 month ago
How about Geico?
MichaelSolakian about 1 month ago
Fenway Park, Yankee Stadium, Camden Yards, Nationals Park, Angel Stadium to name a few
DawnQuinn1 about 1 month ago
Janis is kind of hateful here. Not here usual attitude.
NRHAWK Premium Member about 1 month ago
Janis is right, that’s a trend that needs to just stop.
trainnut1956 about 1 month ago
Well, the Moon is a Harsh Mistress….
Ralph Hapschatt about 1 month ago
I would rename the moon the “Blue Moon” moon;)
Uncle Bob about 1 month ago
Absolutely GREAT Janis art!!!
phacochere5 about 1 month ago
“Buy Jupiter” by Isaac Asimov
Grace Premium Member about 1 month ago
There is a fabulous concert location in Gilford, NH which was named “Meadowbrook” for years. Now it’s the Bank of NH pavilion with a propane company as the second name. While it didn’t slow attendance and hosts a great many country music stars all season, it’s just not the same.
royq27 about 1 month ago
More likely the “NSA Moon”…
mxy about 1 month ago
Considering your phone is always listening in to your conversations, it’s too late.
Cincoflex about 1 month ago
That’s not naming it; that’s branding it!
cryptoengineer about 1 month ago
Wrigley field is named after the owner of the chewing gum company, to the best of my knowledge.
cryptoengineer about 1 month ago
The Fenway is a marshy area south of the Charles river. It’s now a park.
paranormal about 1 month ago
How about Big Pizza Pi???
j.l.farmer about 1 month ago
It must be a full moon for her to react that way!!
I'm Sad about 1 month ago
Whoever owns “Green Cheese” should buy the naming rights to the moon. ☺️
shawnc1959 about 1 month ago
Next on “Arlo and Janis” … “The Move to the Coast” plot line, brought to you by The Home Depot.
mistercatworks about 1 month ago
Heinlein wrote “The Man Who Sold the Moon”. When it became technically possible to carbon black huge letters onto the Moon, an entrepeneur sold the right to “Something Cola”, even though their name would not be legible. He got the deal by offering to sell the rights to “8-Up” which would be clearly visible. Something Cola was willing to pay so they could run a “keep the Moon pristine” advertising campaign.
Dave Chappell Premium Member about 1 month ago
There’s going to be a time (and I’m talking about thousands of years) when the moon will look like a lighted billboard to the people of Earth, so enjoy it now in its virgin state.
Chalres about 1 month ago
♬♪ Oh no, I’ve said too much ♫♩
LONNYMARQUEZ about 1 month ago
if you have Alexa anything you say is fair game, don’t trust her one bit
megiggles about 1 month ago
“The Man Who Sold The Moon”, Robert Heinlein, 1950
Boise Ed Premium Member about 1 month ago
I’m fed up with all the arenas and stadiums with temporary corporate names. Except in a discussion like this, I never use “SAP Center.” It will always be “The Shark Tank.”
David Huie Green LosersBlameOthers&It'sYOURfault about 1 month ago
Heinlein’s The Man Who Sold The Moon updated.
gordon322 about 1 month ago
Am I the only one who sees her looking out of the panel (breaking the 4th wall)? She’s worried that someone reading the cartoon will take one of the actions they’re discussing!
Sevvie Premium Member about 1 month ago
This cartoon is the perfect match of classic humor and current commentary