70s In The News: Mego’s Robot, Slade, Mark Hamill, Bunny Wailer

Mego 2-XL Robot commercial 1978 I’ve gathered up a few seventies-related stories from the past week for you to peruse. I hope you find them retro-actively enlightening. Is that a thing? LET’S TALK MEGO’S 2-XL TALKING ROBOT Boing Boing has … Continue reading

70s Spots: Keebler Elves & G.I. Joe (1975-76)

Tasty edibles and Adventure Team toys are on offer in today’s batch of vintage commercials. Tune in for G.I. Joe, Keebler, NestlĂ©’s Toll House morsels, and Fortified Oat Flakes. FOF! (Check out the Bionic Disco YouTube channel for more 70s … Continue reading

70s Spots: Hertz, Mattel’s Rock Flowers, Aurora Derby, Sheraton (1970-73)

“It’s a race track in your own home. “ Here’s what we’ve uncovered for you today – a quartet of classic commercials from the years 1970 through 1973. First up, Hertz Rent-a-Car, followed by Mattel’s Rock Flowers dolls, the Aurora … Continue reading

70s Spots: Baby Alive Doll, ‘Hardy Boys/Nancy Drew Mysteries,’ Eveready (1977-78)

“Turn her rocker into a stroller.” Today’s quartet of ancient commercial fun features Kenner’s Baby Alive doll, an ABC promo for the premiere of the Hardy Boys/Nancy Drew Mysteries, and two spots for Eveready batteries starring tough guy, Robert Conrad. … Continue reading

70s Spots: Mego Micronauts Toys & Kenner Girder & Panel Playset (1977)

“All have interchangable parts!” Let’s spill out the toys on the living room floor and get to playing. We’ll start with Mego’s Micronauts. After that, it’s Kenner’s Girder & Panel Bridge & Skyscraper Action Building Set. Whew, what a mouthful. … Continue reading

70s Spots: Sweet April Doll (Remco, 1973) & Baby Needs You Doll (Mego, 1977)

“Push the button she sheds a tear.” Today, we’re playing with dolls. First, we’re taking Remco’s Sweet April for a walk in October of 1973. Second, it’s time to remember that Mego’s Baby Needs You in 1977. Sweet April Doll … Continue reading