70s Spots (Holidays): Master Charge Christmas (1973)

“Relax – you’ve got Master Charge.” Here’s a December 1973 Christmas-themed commercial for Master Charge (known since ’79 as MasterCard). I’m about 75% sure the actor in this is Beverley Owen from the first season of The Munsters, but I’m … Continue reading

70s Spots (Holidays) Firestone Christmas Gifts (1972)

“Merry Christmas from Firestone.” This year, why not pick up a few Christmas gifts at the tire store? In this Firestone commercial from November 1972 holiday present ideas include a fuzzy bathroom scale, a Christmas lights timer, and a Philco … Continue reading

70s Spots (Holidays) Löwenbräu Christmas (1978)

“Here’s to good friends!” Time to bring out the Löwenbräu and celebrate the holidays with friends and family. The spot below aired on Christmas Day 1978. Löwenbräu Christmas Commercial (1978) Previously on 70s Spots: United Airlines ‘Hawaiian Xmas’ (1970) More … Continue reading

70s Spots (Holidays): United Airlines ‘Hawaiian Xmas’ (1970)

“United says give your wife Hawaii for Christmas.” Here’s a good spot for United Airlines promoting Hawaiian vacations for Christmas. The commercial aired in late November of 1970. Hey, remember travel agents? *Once again I’m seeking help from readers in … Continue reading

70s Spots (Holidays): ‘WKRP’ Xmas Show/’The Last Resort’ CBS Promos (1979)

“Monday, WKRP moves to a new time!” Here’s a Christmas episode promo for WKRP in Cincinnati along with a spot for The Last Resort. The commercial aired in December of 1979. ‘WKRP’ Christmas/’The Last Resort’ Promos (1979) Previously on 70s … Continue reading

70s Spots (Holidays): Budweiser ‘Holiday Greetings’ (1979)

“Holiday greetings from Budweiser!” Here’s a Budweiser beer commercial from the waning days of the Seventies. This one aired in mid-December of 1979 and offers “Holiday Greetings” from Anheuser-Busch. Narration by Ed McMahon. Gulp it down for a dose of … Continue reading