The infomercial follows a simple formula: Hyperbolically overinflate a frustration of daily life, earnestly present a corny product as the easy solution, wonder aloud how expensive such a product ...

Better health, a thinner tummy, smoother feet. Do they live up to the promises? July 11, 2008 — -- Want to look great this summer? Chances are you've seen infomercials touting beauty products to ...

A look back on infomercial favorites -- the good, the bad and the ugly. Dec. 31, 2008 — -- Admit it, you love those TV infomercials and want to know which products really work and which ones are ...

Infomercial advertising has proven to be a reliable way to reach large numbers of customers, but the trade-off lies in its expense for small businesses. Investing in infomercial time for a poorly ...

When it’s late at night, a talented TV salesperson can make even the most cautious viewers believe that the sun might not rise in the morning if they don’t buy that set of Bowie knives, wildlife ...

Will Kenton is an expert on the economy and investing laws and regulations. He previously held senior editorial roles at Investopedia and Kapitall Wire and holds a MA in Economics from The New School ...

The television personality and inventor passed away on Wednesday morning at Los Angeles' Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, according to a press release from his rep obtained by Fox News. Popeil was known ...