In publishing, nobody knows you’re a dog
As a Christmas enthusiast, Dr Mumbo was pleased to find that Saturday’s edition of The Australian’s Weekend Magazine showcased the nation’s leading gravy expert, Paul Kelly. He was interviewed by Neil Finn, the frontman of Crowded House.
As comedian John Safran noted on Facebook, Weekend Magazine seemed to downplay the major revelation: that Finn has transformed into a dog.
“Talk about burying the lead,” Safran remarked.
This subtle presentation surprised many readers who expected the spotlight to shine more brightly on this unusual turn of events.
Author’s summary: The Weekend Magazine subtly featured Paul Kelly and Neil Finn, with a surprising note by John Safran highlighting Finn’s unexpected transformation metaphorically described as “turning into a dog.”