Previews + Extras
Gary McDonald, Tupperware Executive
S16 E6 - 5m 27s
Earl Tupper patented a method of washing articles of clothing in 1980. Hear former Tupperware executive Gary McDonald's story of how Tupper described this invention.
Tupperware Preview
S16 E6 - 30s
Using interviews with Tupperware executives and dealers from the early days and wonderful, little-seen footage of Tupperware Jubilees, this funny, probing program re-examines assumptions about American culture in the 1950s.
Jubilee Video: Around the World
S16 E6 - 3m 57s
In 1954, Brownie Wise inaugurated the Tupperware Homecoming Jubilee. Tupperware dealers from across the country came to the company's Kissimmee, Florida, headquarters for classes and motivational events. In this 1957 Jubilee video, organizers present foreign lands -- and illustrate some of the era's cultural stereotypes.
Tupperware! Chapter 1
S16 E6 - 4m 10s
Using interviews with Tupperware executives and dealers from the early days and wonderful, little-seen footage of Tupperware Jubilees, this funny, probing program re-examines assumptions about American culture in the 1950s.
Tupperware Jubilee: Motorboat Wish
S16 E6 - 1m 48s
In 1954, Brownie Wise inaugurated the Tupperware Homecoming Jubilee. Tupperware dealers from across the country came to the company's Kissimmee, Florida, headquarters for classes and motivational events. Wise gave each year's gathering a theme, with high spectacle and outrageous competitions. In this 1956 film, the Wish Fairy grants a sleek wish to a Jubilee attendee.
Jubilee Video: Fashion Show
S16 E6 - 2m 16s
In 1954, Brownie Wise inaugurated the Tupperware Homecoming Jubilee. Tupperware dealers from across the country came to the company's Kissimmee, Florida, headquarters for classes and motivational events. Wise gave each year's gathering a theme, with high spectacle and outrageous competitions. Wise emcees a men's fashion show during the 1957 Jubilee -- and grants a Chicago woman's wish.
Jubilee Video: Ford Fairlane Giveaway
S16 E6 - 1m 41s
In 1954, Brownie Wise inaugurated the Tupperware Homecoming Jubilee. Tupperware dealers from across the country came to the company's Kissimmee, Florida, headquarters for classes and motivational events. Wise gave each year's gathering a theme, with high spectacle and outrageous competitions -- often for glamorous prizes. In this 1960 Jubilee video, unexpected four-wheeled prizes inspire mania.
Jubilee Video: Paint by Numbers
S16 E6 - 2m
In 1954, Brownie Wise inaugurated the Tupperware Homecoming Jubilee. Tupperware dealers from across the country came to the company's Kissimmee, Florida, headquarters for classes and motivational events. For the 1960 Jubilee, participants follow instructions to paint a pair of massive patriotic portraits.
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