Hanna-Barbera’s The Galloping Ghost first aired in 1978 as part of the Yogi’s Space Race series. The segments featured Nugget Nose, a feisty spirit prospector with a sharp sense of smell. The character was voiced by Frank Welker. After Yogi’s … Continue reading
Monthly Archives: August 2015
“The first 4-wheeler that puts it all together.” I’m going for the “Free Wheeling package option.” Definitely. The ’78 Ford Bronco originally appeared in the July, 1978 issue of Popular Science magazine. (Source: Popular Science) Previously on Rad Ads: Coca-Cola … Continue reading
“Coke adds life!” Have a Coke and a smile? Coca-Cola ‘Smilin’ Faces’ originally appeared in the August, 1978 issue of Boy’s Life magazine. (Source: Boy’s Life) Previously on Rad Ads: ‘Cleopatra Jones’ (1973) … Continue reading
Another Monday has rolled around again hasn’t it? In that case, we’d better get to rocking. Here’s Chuck Berry performing “Roll Over Beethoven” live on a British soundstage in 1972. Berry originally released the now classic “Roll Over Beethoven” in … Continue reading
“Stanley – We want to help you do things right!” Our 1978 weekend continues now with a commercial for Stanley tools and hardware. This one encourages the whole family to pitch in and refurbish the garage. The spot aired in … Continue reading
“The premiere of ‘Vegas’ – Wednesday!” Let’s swing back to 1978 this weekend and enjoy a few classic commercials. First, we have a fun ABC Wednesday night promo featuring Eight Is Enough, a Farrah Fawcett guest spot on Charlie’s Angels … Continue reading