In publishing, nobody knows you’re a dog
As a Christmas enthusiast, Dr Mumbo was pleased to notice that Saturday’s edition of The Australian’s Weekend Magazine featured Paul Kelly, the nation’s leading gravy influencer.
Kelly was interviewed by Neil Finn, the frontman of Crowded House.
“Talk about burying the lead,” comedian John Safran remarked on Facebook, highlighting how Weekend Magazine seemed to downplay the surprising fact that Finn has transformed into a dog.
This subtle but striking detail was overshadowed in the feature, according to Safran’s observation.
Author’s summary: The Weekend Magazine featured a notable interview with Paul Kelly and Neil Finn, but comedian John Safran highlighted how the surprising transformation of Finn into a dog was largely overlooked.