70s Spots: ‘Barbara Walters Summer Special’ & Harlem Globetrotters Promo (1978)

“Barbara Walters revisits some old friends…” Today, we’re going back 40 years for a pair of promos from late ’78. First up, an airing of The Barbara Walters Summer Special from August ’78. The guests interviewed by Walters are Dolly … Continue reading

70s Spots: ‘Laverne & Shirley’ Debut (1976) & ‘Six Million Dollar Man’ (1977)

“You’re invited to meet Laverne and Shirley…” I’ve got two pretty nifty ABC promos for you today. Firstly, from January 1976, a specially-produced spot for the debut of Laverne & Shirley featuring guest star, Fonzie. Second, a fun spot from … Continue reading

Trailer Tuesday: ‘The Lords of Flatbush’ (1974)

Low budget, coming-of-age story, The Lords of Flatbush, rumbled into theaters in May of 1974. The film will be celebrating its 40th anniversary next year. The movie stars Perry King (Chico), Sylvester Stallone (Stanley), Henry Winkler (Butchey) and Paul Mace … Continue reading

Music for Monday: Steve Martin, ‘King Tut’

A good Monday to you, Bionic brothers and sisters. In this installment of ‘Music for Monday’ we throw in a slight curve and present Steve Martin performing his hit single, “King Tut,” live in 1979. Stick with the clip for … Continue reading

Henry Winkler Receives OBE From the Queen

Henry Winkler, best known for playing The Fonz on TV’s Happy Days, has been appointed OBE (Order of the British Empire) by the Queen of England. The BBC are reporting that Winkler has been honored for touring UK schools enlightening … Continue reading