Funshine Friday: ‘Super Chicken’: ‘Merlin Brando’ cartoon (1970s reruns)

Happy Friday, good people of the ‘Disco. Last week we spent a few, animated minutes with Tom Slick – a hero of 1970s reruns. Here’s another Jay Ward-produced hero, Super Chicken. Originally shown as a segment during George of the … Continue reading

Funshine Friday: ‘Tom Slick’: ‘The Bad Year Blimp’ (1970s reruns)

Happy Funshine Friday! Here’s one of my favorite cartoon heroes. The theme song alone makes me sing-along with a smile. Tom Slick made its debut in 1967 as part of Jay Ward’s George of the Jungle show. 70s kids, like … Continue reading

Funshine Friday: ‘The Muppet Show,’ Vincent Price & The Swedish Chef (1977)

Happy Funshine Friday! Last week, I posted a Sesame Street tune and that has inspired me to keep on the Henson track. Here’s two short and sassy clips from The Muppet Show circa 1977. The first features guest host, Vincent … Continue reading

Funshine Friday: ‘Sesame Street,’ ‘The People in Your Neighborhood’ (1971)

It’s been far too long since Sesame Street has graced the ‘Disco. Let’s remedy that right away with a fine, sing-a-long song, “The People in Your Neighborhood.” This top tune was written by Jeff Moss and is sung by Bob … Continue reading

Funshine Friday: The Ant and the Aardvark, ‘Ants in the Pantry’ (1970)

Happy Funshine Friday, folks. Friday is fun-day (I don’t care what your boss says)! Therefore, it’s time to consume a cartoon featuring The Ant and the Aardvark. Ants in the Pantry made its theatrical debut in June of 1970. Enjoy … Continue reading