Unemployed 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.
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
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
Fall down the rabbit hole over and over again with this beautiful collector’s tin from Unemployed Philosophers – and don’t forget those Alices Enchantmints! The freshness of these delectable mints will last for hours, and the tin is yours to keep forever. This classic collector’s edition is the perfect gift for the budding book-worm, or for the avid fan. This is the gift that keeps on giving, so why not add it to your collection today.
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
From the Caterpillar with the hookah to the Mad Hatter, the characters in Alice in Wonderland were were as "out there" as Lewis Carroll himself. The Cheshire Cat Mug celebrates one of our favourite Wonderland characters. Pour any hot liquid into this mug and the cat disappears, leaving only his famous grin! It is guaranteed to leave a smile on your face, too.Dimensions: 11.5x11.5x9.5cm Material: Ceramic
Dinosaurs once ruled the entire planet. Thanks to this clever Disappearing Dino Mug by Unemployed Philosophers, you can watch eons pass before your eyes over a cup of coffee.
The mug shows a prehistoric landscape populated by fierce dinosaurs. When you pour in a hot beverage, the eons pass before your eyes as the dinosaurs transform into fossils in a museum exhibition.
Dimensions: 11.5x11.5x9.5cm
Material: Ceramic
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
Let your imagination run wild as you dress up the world’s favourite genious in outfits you would never imagine him in! You get a magnetic Albert Einstein doll with 28 magnetic articles of clothing and props. Stick him on your fridge, dress up for the lab or a night out on the town. Discover the creative genious inside you with the Einstein Ensemble Magnet!
These deliciously strong peppermints by Unemployed Philosophers are formulated to give you an extra boost when the going gets rough and your confidence sags.
Just pop one or two Empowermints into your mouth, roll up your sleeves, and take care of business.
Dimensions: 4.5x4.5x1.5cm
Materials: Metal box, Mints
Ever wanted to dress up your favourite Austrian psychoanalyst? Always thought a ‘Freudian slip’ might actually make a pretty stylish garment? You’ll love the Freudian Finery Magnet Set from Unemployed Philosophers. Whether you think Sigmund looks cooler in a straitjacket, in a corset or in full bikie attire, this magnet set is guaranteed to put a smile on the face of even the most crusty old intellectual!Perfect for a novelty gift or as an offbeat addition to your fridge magnet collection, the Unemployed Philosophers Freudian Finery Magnet Set certainly lives on the lighter side of life. Just don’t get too stressed about whether to pair the Mohawk with the leather pants or straitjacket – or you might end up on the shrink’s couch yourself!
You have a choice. You can drink your tea or coffee from a normal mug, or you can help save the world with this Global Warming Mug by Unemployed Philosophers. Of course, not everyone wants to be reminded of planet-wide catastrophe during their afternoon coffee break. But if you're the type of person who confronts difficult issues even during your downtime, you should consider getting one.
When you pour in hot liquid, the mug shows what will happen when the Polar Ice Caps melt Before your very eyes, coastlines shrink and ocean levels rise, Florida dissolves and Central America all but vanishes. So show you care and buy a Global Warming Mug - it won't fix the problem, but it will illustrate it in a really cool way.
Dimensions: 11.5x11.5x9.5cm
Material: Ceramic
What do Walt Whitman, Oscar Wilde, and Andy Warhol have in common? Not only were they all gay, there are also all featured on the Unemployded Philosophers Great Gays mug.
When the mug is empty, it shows fourteen closet doors. But when you pour in a hot beverage, 14 of the world's most famous gays proudly emerge. Michelangelo, Michel Foucault, Freddie Mercury ,Willa Cather, Tchaikovsky, Sappho, Alan Turning, Audre Lorde, Michel Foucault, Yukio Mishima, and Gertrude Stein.
The Great Gays Mug by Unemployed Philosophers is definitely outrageous, but will be a great present for any fans of the above.
Dimensions: 11.5x11.5x9.5cm
Material: Ceramic
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
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
In all the pages, chapters, and verses of the New Testament, there's not a single mention of Jesus getting a shave. Assuming Jesus received a shave or two during His lifetime, this remarkably silly mug suggests how it might have looked.
The Jesus Shaves Mug by Unemployed Philosophers begins with the traditional bearded Jesus. But when you pour in hot liquid, His beard gradually vanishes. Before too long, you are looking at a clean-shaven Jesus.
Dimensions: 11.5x11.5x9.5cm
Material: Ceramic
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
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
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
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!
The illustration on the tin says it all. These are deliciously strong peppermints by Unemployed Philosophers. Get a fresh minty flavour from these gourmet mints. Dimensions: 4.5x4.5x1.5cm Materials: Metal box, Mints
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
The What Would Jesus Wear Magnetic Wardrobe Kit By Unemployed Philosophers features a large magnet in the likeness of Jesus and a large assortment of magnetic clothing and accessories. You can dress J.C. in anything from traditional garb (white robe, cross) to surfer dude (tie-dyed shirt and surfer shorts).
There are also loads of props such as loaves, fishes, chalices, hats, and tools from his carpenter years. Hours of fun for all ages!
Dimensions: 28x19.5x1cm
Materials: Plastic magnet, paper
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Unemployed 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.
