70s Spots: ‘Barbara Walters Summer Special’ & Harlem Globetrotters Promo (1978)

“Barbara Walters revisits some old friends…” Today, we’re going back 40 years for a pair of promos from late ’78. First up, an airing of The Barbara Walters Summer Special from August ’78. The guests interviewed by Walters are Dolly … Continue reading

70s Spots: ‘Magnum Force’ (1973) & ‘American Hot Wax’ (1978)

“His world is dirtier than ever!” Here’s a pair of TV trailers for your weekend. First, a commercial for the impending Christmas 1973 release of Clint Eastwood’s latest Dirty Harry flick, Magnum Force. After that, the Fifties are back in … Continue reading

70s Spots: Frank Gifford For Palm Beach Clothing (1978)

“In today’s Dacron Polyester.” Here’s two fashionable commercials for Palm Beach clothing starring sportscaster Frank Gifford. Both of these Gifford spots aired in March of 1978. I especially like the shot of the stylish sportsman zipping across town on a … Continue reading

70s Spots: VHS & RCA SelectaVision Recorders (1978)

“Only VHS can give you 4 hours.” Today we have two commercials from October of 1978 for VHS home recording devices. At this time VHS was still locked in a battle for consumer attention with the Betamax format. I wonder … Continue reading

70s Spots: Bumble Bee Tuna & La Pizzeria Pizza (1978)

“It’s so good you can eat it plain.” Two 1978 snack choices in the kitchen today. First up, a simple, straight forward spot for Bumble Bee Tuna from June ’78. Second, a La Pizzeria frozen pizza spot from September ’78 … Continue reading