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Why is Dunder Mifflin Called Dunder Mifflin?

October 7, 2016 by Adam Lang 2 Comments

99% of the time we write on how tech brands got their names, but once in a blue moon, we like to be a little adventurous and explore a new space. After binge watching The Office on Netflix the other evening (don’t judge, I know you’re guilty of it too), I thought it would be entertaining to learn what inspired the name, Dunder Mifflin. In all honestly, I had a pretty good guess, but I thought it was a good excuse to watch the top 10 Dwight Schrute moments on Youtube. Like some of the greatest: Anchorman, Wedding Crashers and Bridesmaids, the one-liners never get old! [Read more…]

Adam Lang
Adam Lang

Adam Lang is the founder and editor of Rewind & Capture. He is passionate about creative marketing, design and brand etymology.

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