70s Spots: ‘I Could’ve Had A V-8!’ Vegetable Juice (1978)

“Wow! I could have had a V-8!” Two commercials now from November 1978 for V-8 Cocktail Vegetable Juice. This well-known slogan ran and ran and I’m sure you remember it well. ‘I Could’ve Had A V-8!’ Commercial (1978) V-8 Cocktail … Continue reading

70s Spots: Jonathan Winters For Hefty (1978)

“Talking to a trash bag?” Here’s two spots featuring comedian Jonathan Winters in his long-running stint as spokesperson for Hefty trash bags. Both commercials aired in November of 1978. Being a big fan of Winters, I always enjoyed when one … Continue reading

70s Spots: ’79 Chevy Camaro & AMC Concord (1978)

“The ultimate Camaro!” A pair of car spots for you today. In pole position, a high-octane commercial for Chevy’s ’79 Z28 Camaros. In second place, we have an unexpected challenger, the AMC Concord. Both spots aired in November of 1978. … Continue reading

70s Spots: Toys ‘R’ Us & Long John Silver’s (1978)

“When you think of toys – think of Toys ‘R’ Us!” We’re celebrating the 40th anniversary of 1978 this year – so, let’s get off to a hearty start with a pair of vintage commercials. First, a good find for … Continue reading

70s Spots: Pizza Hut ‘SuperStyle’ (1977 & ’78)

“Let yourself go to Pizza Hut!” A pair of Pizza Hut commercials delivered hot ‘n’ 40 year-old fresh for you now. The first spot aired in January of 1977 and has a “Good Things” jingle. The second, brings in the … Continue reading

70s Spots: Swanson Hungry-Man (LA Dodgers) & Brown ‘N Serve Sausage (1978)

“The second helping of meat is already in.” Back to our regularly-scheduled commercials today. First up, a spot I particularly like as it features my hometown team, the Los Angeles Dodgers, for Swanson Hungry-Man TV dinners. Second, a spot for … Continue reading