“America’s favorite disposable lighter.” It’s July of 1975 today and we’ve got two memorable commercials on display. Firstly, one of a series of animated singing mascot commercials for the Cricket lighter. I’m about 95% certain the Cricket is voiced by … Continue reading
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“We’re changing our name – but not our stripes.” We’re cranking the vintage wheel all the way back to 1972 today. First up, a rare find of an animated spot where Esso announces a name change to Exxon. The commercial … Continue reading
(Click to enlarge) “Everyone come on down to Kings Island. We’ve got a happy place.” Second row, far right, middle character. The costume Greg wore during The Brady Bunch‘s visit to Kings Island. It was my pleasure pointing this out … Continue reading
Hangin’ with Mayor McCheese. (‘McDonald’s Setmakers,’ 1972) Here’s a rare and delightful time warp back to your childhood – when a visit to McDonald’s was still something to look forward to. In this 11-minute industrial film from 1972, Setmakers shows … Continue reading
“Say ‘Hello,’ say ‘Hello,’ to Poppin’ Fresh dough!” Here’s a squeezeably-cute Daily 70s spot for you. A Poppin’ Fresh Danish Rolls commercial with the Pillsbury Doughboy. Commercial aired in August of 1972. Daily 70s Spot #76: Poppin’ Fresh Pillsbury Doughboy … Continue reading
Here’s your Daily 70s Spot, kids. A fun commercial for Cap’n Crunch Peanut Butter Cereal featuring the brand’s animated mascot, Smedley and a handful of dangerous ‘Magic Tricks’ you can find inside specially-marked boxes. The commercial was grabbed from the … Continue reading