70s Spots: EF Hutton (J. Paul Getty) & Paper Mate (Johnny Brown, 1972)

“When EF Hutton talks – people listen.” The following commercials aired in October of 1972 and they couldn’t be more different to one another. First, a spot for EF Hutton wherein 79 year old wealthy industrialist, J.Paul Getty greets us … Continue reading

70s Spots: United Airlines ‘Hawaii’ (Brian Forster) & TWA 747s (Lou Jacobi, 1970)

“Fly the friendly skies of United.” Two spots today from the top of the decade featuring those newfangled 747 planes. First, we have a United Airlines “Hawaii Service” commercial starring Brian Forster from The Partridge Family. The spot aired in … Continue reading

70s Spots: Mattel Electronics Football & Tyco Model Trains (1979)

“Hey, who’s in there?” Bionic friends! I’ve uncovered a real nugget of nostalgic gold today. A commercial for Mattel Electronics Pocket Football. This was one of my favorite games through 1977 and into 1978. That little white handheld went everywhere … Continue reading