Unemployed Philosophers

Unemployed PhilosophersUnemployed Philosophers came into being in the last two decades of the 20th century, when two brothers found their inner creativity in the midst of a dwindling academic job market. Their products are ground breaking, rife with humour and are guaranteed to make you chuckle. Unemployed Philosophers create products that we can use in our everyday lives and also relate to world issues, politics, history and social issues.

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  • After Therapy Mints
    These deliciously potent marvels by Uenmployed Philosphers are specially formulated to help you process everything that came out during your session. As soon as you hand the therapist the cheque, pop one into your mouth and wait for the epiphanies to flow. Even if they don't come right away, you'll be rewarded with a minty blast that freshens your breath and clears your mind. They also come in a cool, reusable tin too.  Dimensions: 4.5x4.5x1.5cm  Materials: Metal box, Mints
    A$5.95 A$4.00
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    Price $4.00
  • Can you spare a Mint?
    Times are tough, but your breath can still be fresh! Let these strong peppermints pick you up as the economy goes down.  These are deliciously strong peppermints in a powerfully reusable tin by Unemployed Philosophers. Get a fresh minty flavor from these gourmet mints.  Dimensions: 4.5x4.5x1.5cm  Materials: Metal box, Mints
    A$5.95 A$4.00
    33% off
    Price $4.00
  • Einstein Mints
    In Albert Einstein's Theory of Relativity, he describes gravity as a geometric property of space and time, commonly referred to as space-time. This is not to be confused with dining, which is a combination of meals and time, commonly known as mealtime.  Now, lunchtime and dinnertime can sometimes have an adverse impact on one's breath, making it difficult to have a goodtime and leading to a lot of alone-time. And that's where Einstein's Relatively Strong Mints by Unemployed Philosophers come in. After mealtime, snack-time, or anytime, eat one or two of these tasty mints and your breath will be fresh in no-time.  Dimensions: 4.5x4.5x1.5cm  Materials: Metal box, Mints
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    33% off
    Price $4.00
  • Invisibility Mints
    Ever have those days when you wish you could wake up and no one could see you? You could walk down the street and be completely invisible. Well, these Invisibility mints can't do that, but they can certainly assist with your imagination!  These are deliciously strong peppermints in a powerfully reusable tin. Get a fresh minty flavour from these gourmet mints by Unemployed Philosophers.  Dimensions: 4.5x4.5x1.5cm  Materials: Metal box, Mints
    A$5.95 A$4.00
    33% off
    Price $4.00
  • Manly Mints
    They're not for fops, flakes, pansies, or any other form of girlie-man. It takes a special sort of guy to handle these potent mints. Oh, sure they're small. But in this one instance, size doesn't matter.  Each mint packs a powerful peppermint kick that'll flatten lesser men. These are deliciously strong peppermints in a powerfully reusable tin. Get a fresh minty flavour from these gourmet mints by Unemployed Philosohers. Dimensions: 4.5x4.5x1.5cm  Materials: Metal box, Mints
    A$5.95 A$4.00
    33% off
    Price $4.00
  • Messiah Mints
    We all know that Jesus could cure most diseases. The Bible doesn't mention it, but J.C. also helped people with lesser problems such as bad breath. These saintly little peppermints by Unemployed Philosophers come in an inspiring reusable metal tin and are guaranteed to make your breath minty fresh, even after a hearty meal of loaves and fishes. Dimensions: 4.5x4.5x1.5cm Materials: Metal box, Mints
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    Price $4.00
  • Morning After Mints
    Each beautifully decorated tin contains a plentiful portion of refreshing mints by Unemployed Philosophers, guaranteed to take the bad taste out of your mouth. Just take one or two, quietly get dressed, slip out of the room, and pretend the whole thing never happened… until next time.  Dimensions: 4.5x4.5x1.5cm  Materials: Metal box, Mints
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    33% off
    Price $4.00
  • Mug - Adam & Eve heat sensitive
    This gorgeous ceramic mug by Unemployed Philosophers features an idyllic scene of Adam and Eve living a life of innocence in the Garden of Eden. But when you pour in hot water, their fig leaves disappear to reveal their Secret Shame. The Adam & Eve Mug holds a generous 12 ounces of coffee or tea, making it a mug of Biblical proportions. Dimensions: 11.5x11.5x9.5cm  Material: Ceramic
    A$26.95 A$15.95
    41% off
    Price $15.95
  • Mug - Houdini heat sensitive
    This Houdini Mug by Unemployed Philosohers is almost as magical as the Great Houdini himself. It features four classic posters from Harry Houdini's career.  When you pour hot liquid into this magical mug, amazing things happen. In some posters, Houdini vanishes before your very eyes. In another, Houdini's handcuffs disappear.  A great practical joke to play on your colleagues on your coffee break!  Dimensions: 11.5x11.5x9.5cm  Material: Ceramic
    A$13.50 A$26.95
    Price $26.95
  • RetireMints
    The RetireMints  tin by the Unemployed Philosophers Guild is a fresh gift idea for anyone reaching that important milestone.The extra strength mints are packaged in an amusing tin and the delightful play on words is sure to bring a smile to any recipient’s face.   Buy multiple tins and use as a party favour /breath freshener for a retirement dinner.  When the mints are gone, keep the handy tin around for storing away any number of small items.  Be financially smart and throw in any spare pennies to start your own “Retire Mint” plan.  Let the RetireMints be a daily reminder to work hard and reap the rewards later!
    A$5.95
    Price $5.95
  • Van Gogh Mug
    What says "I love you!" better than a severed ear? The Disappearing Van Gogh Mug by Unemployed Philosophers celebrates this ultimate display of mad passion. Displayed on the mug is a classic self-portrait of Van Gogh himself.  When you pour in a hot liquid, Vincent's ear magically vanishes before your very eyes. It makes a wonderful and touching gift in keeping the Van Gogh tradition.  Dimensions: 11.5x11.5x9.5cm  Material: Ceramic
    A$26.95 A$13.50
    50% off
    Price $13.50
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