70s Commercials: KitKat Candy, Bell System ‘Feelings,’ Trident Mints, Pepto-Bismol (1978)

“Chocolatey, crispy, KitKat!” It’s 1978 on-tap and I’ve got four commercials from the year (or thereabouts). Firstly, it’s Phil Leeds in a spot for KitKat. Following that, you’ll find vintage views for the Bell System (“Feelings!”), Trident Mints, and Pepto-Bismol … Continue reading

70s Commercials: Hawaiian Punch, Chevy Monte Carlo, Ragu, Reggie Bar (1978)

It’s 1978 here at the ‘Disco and we’re laying out four prime examples of the era for your edification. Firstly, you can consume an animated Punchy & Oaf commercial for Hawaiian Punch. After that, move on to spots for the … Continue reading

70s Commercials: Air Devils, Jack Webb, Life Savers, Tyco & More! (1972-78)

Here’s another double-batch of super seventies commercials. This time around the years span 1972 to ’78. In the first batch you’ll find spots for Hasbro Air Devils, Max-Pax coffee (with Hattie Winston & Lisle Wilson), First National Travelers Checks (with … Continue reading

70s Commercials: Twice As Nice, Gillette Razor, Kraft Toffees, Quasar Portable TV (1970-72)

Ah, we’ve gone much too long here without an update. Let’s get back to the vintage action. It’s an early seventies thing this time around with commercials for Twice As Nice shampoo, Gillette TRAC-II razors, Kraft Toffees, and a Quasar … Continue reading

70s Commercials: Kraft Peanut Brittle, Contac, Paper Mate, Caress (1972)

1972 is the focus today. Pop that tape in the Betamax and take in commercials for Kraft Peanut Brittle, Contac cold capsules, Paper Mate Write Bros. pens (with Gretchen Wyler), and the Caress Body Bar. Feelings of nostalgic warmth are … Continue reading

70s Commercials: Stick Shifters Toys, Caravelle, Product 19, Twice As Nice (1970-73)

We’re hanging out in the early seventies for this batch of commercials. Leading off, it’s Hasbro’s Stick Shifters Hatch Backs racers. After that, take in spots for Peter Paul’s Caravelle candy bar, Kellogg’s Product 19 cereal (with ‘Whitey’ Ford), and … Continue reading