Carbonated memories
“Have a Pepsi day!”
We’re opening two bottles of pop on this fine afternoon. Both of the Pepsi commercials on display here aired in September of 1978. The first features a family birthday party, the second, a catamaran sailing outing. C’mon, c’mon!
Previously on 70s Spots: Stroh’s & Olympia Beer (1971 & ’72)
Stroh’s knows
“From one beer lover to another.”
Time to tap into a pair of early Seventies beer commercials. First, we have a sultry spot for Stroh’s from November of 1972.
After that, one for Olympia beer from January of ’71 (produced in ’70). Anyone else getting thirsty?
Previously on 70s Spots: Chevy Cheyenne (1973) & Trade-Ins (Ron Glass, 1974)
That’s quite a haul
“It never forgets it’s a tough truck.”
Here’s two Chevrolet commercials from the mid-Seventies. First, a Chevy Cheyenne pickup pulls a massive log train in a spot from November of 1973.
Pure Glass
After that, Ron Glass of Barney Miller fame is the spokesperson for Chevy trade-in offers. This one aired in November of ’74.
Previously on 70s Spots: Fashion Time With Bob Griese & Fran Tarkenton (1972)
‘Blue, 80!’
“You won’t want to wear them all the time – but you could.”
Football and fashion go together like…well, not a whole lot. Nevertheless, I’ve got two commercials for you today from October of 1972 featuring just that.
First up, Bob Griese of the Miami Dolphins (my childhood favorite team despite growing up in L.A.) in a spot for Sears slacks. Second, Fran Tarkenton of the Minnesota Vikings for Arrow shirts. Quarterback style on view. Go long!
Previously on 70s Spots: British Airways (Robert Morley, 1978) & Space Shuttle (1979)
BA’s hot air service
“British Airways takes more care of you in the sky above and on the earth below.”
A pair of flight-related commercials today. First we have actor Robert Morley in one of the many spots he appeared in for British Airways. This one, featuring a hot air balloon, aired in September of 1978.
After that, a historic spot from Eaton Electronics featuring the Space Shuttle. This one aired in January 1979 and was likely produced in ’78. Take off, eh?
Previously on 70s Spots: Roy Rogers & Ponderosa Restaurants (1970 & ’79)
The Roy Rogers Roast Beef Sandwich – ‘ a meal all by itself’
“You won’t find better eatin’ anyplace.”
Here’s two Western-style eatery commercials. One from the start of the decade, the other, nearer the end. First it’s Roy Rogers and the restaurant chain bearing his name from November of 1970.
After that, a Ponderosa spot from January of 1979 (produced in ’78). Yee haw and such!
Previously on 70s Spots: Mattel Electronics Basketball & Baseball (1978 & ’79)
More Roy Rogers at Bionic Disco: Saturday 70s Spots: Roy Rogers, Dale Evans & Jell-O (1973)