70s Commercials: Big Jim Toy (1973), Jenos Pizza Rolls (1972) & More

As we prepare to roll into the weekend, I’ve gathered together another fine set of seventies commercials for you. They range from 1971 to 1974 and feature the Ford station wagon, Jenos Pizza Rolls, Big Jim’s Rescue Rig, and Green … Continue reading

70s Commercials (Buried Treasures): Aurora Skittle-Pool, Ford Galaxie & More

From March 2019 to January 2021 this website was on hiatus. During that time, I continued posting seventies commercials to the Bionic Disco YouTube channel. Since those worthy spots have not appeared here, I’m occasionally going to post the best … Continue reading

70s Commercials: Underwood Deviled Ham, Don Rickles, Star-Kist (1974-77)

Here’s a good batch of time capsules ranging from 1974 to 1977. You’ll find child actor Mason Reese in one of his numerous spots for Underwood, Don Rickles for National Car Rental, Charlie the Tuna for Star-Kist, and a trio … Continue reading

70s Commercials: Funny Face Drink Mix, Dixie Cups & More (1973)

I’m pleased to have an especially fine quartet of seventies commercials to present today. First up, something of a holy grail for me – a spot for Funny Face drink mix. These are hard to come by and really bring … Continue reading

70s Commercials: Fritos ‘Munch-A-Bunch’ & Mercedes-Benz (1979)

After a decade of calling these posts “70s Spots” I’m just going to start calling them “70s Commercials.” When I worked in advertising we called commercials and trailers “spots,” but I think a general audience may not make as quick … Continue reading

70s Spots: Shirley Jones & Shaun Cassidy (1978), ‘Charlie’s Angels’ Toys (1977)

Here’s a fun pairing; mother and son commercials from the same month in 1978. It’s Shirley Jones for Sunbeam’s Coney Island Steamer and Shaun Cassidy as People magazine’s cover star. Following that, you’ll find 1977 spots for the Charlie’s Angels … Continue reading