70s Commercials: Mr. Coffee, Carefree Gum, Kraft Thousand Island, Nabisco Chippers (1978)

“Thanks for the rebate, Joe!” It’s high time we had an update here isn’t it? Alright then, let’s fly into 1978 and view vintage commercials for Mr. Coffee (with spokesperson “Joltin’”Joe DiMaggio), Carefree Gum (with “Sir Isaac Newton“), Kraft Thousand … Continue reading

70s Commercials: C.W. Post Cereal, Oldsmobile Diesel, Hamilton Beach Blender, P.V.M. Powder (1978)

Let us spend a few not-so-quiet moments in the year 1978. We’ll start off with a bowl of C.W. Post cereal (Music Man-style with Johnny Haymer), then move on to Oldsmobile Diesel V8s, the Hamilton Beach Blender Plus, and P.V.M. … Continue reading

70s Commercials: A&W Root Beer, McDonald’s Fries, Plymouth Duster, Contac (1978)

“A&W Root Beer’s got that frosty mug taste!” Welcome to June! We’ve got a 1978 theme going for today’s batch of vintage commercials. First up, a spot for A&W Root Beer featuring the “Frosty Mug Taste” jingle. Did you twist … Continue reading

70s Commercials: Burger Chef ‘Star Wars’ Meals, Kitty Litter, Fritos, Weber BBQ (1977-78)

“Collect all seven!” Here’s a nifty collection of mid-to-late Seventies commercials. From 1978, we have a Burger Chef Star Wars Fun Meals spot and one featuring an animated Kitty Litter mascot (possibly voiced by Pat Harrington). From ’77, there’s spots … Continue reading

70s Commercials: ‘Battlestar Galactica’ Premiere, Glad Bags, Mercury Zephyr Wagons, Efferdent (1977-78)

“The greatest space adventure ever filmed!” Happy St. Patrick’s Day! We’re plopping down on the living room sofa and tuning into 1977 and ’78 for this installment of classic commercials. First up, an ABC promo for the premiere of Battlestar … Continue reading

70s Commercials (Thanksgiving): Kraft Cream Cheese Treats, Armour Turkey, Hormel Ham, Reynolds Wrap (1971-78)

“A few ideas for the holiday season ahead.” A very good Thanksgiving holiday to you all. I hope your day will be relaxing and filled with good cheer. Let’s celebrate the season with some fall-based vintage commercials spanning a wide … Continue reading