70s Commercials: AMC Pacer, NP-27, Tender Vittles, Simmons Beautyrest (1975)

I trust everyone has had their fill of holiday-themed commercials? Today, we’re back to “normal” seventies spots and a focus on the year 1975. Take in 30-second time capsules for the AMC Pacer, NP-27 spray (with Yogi Berra), Tender Vittles … Continue reading

Saturday 70s Spot: National Car Rental With David Doyle (1978)

“The Big Green Team.” Time for the Saturday 70s Spot. Here we find actor David Doyle, of Charlie’s Angels fame, as coach and spokesperson for National Car Rental. The commercial aired in October of 1978. Get in there and really…rent! … Continue reading

Show Toppers: ‘The New Dick Van Dyke Show’ (1971)

The New Dick Van Dyke Show originally ran on CBS from September, 1971 to September, 1974. The sitcom, like the first Dick Van Dyke Show, was created (and occasionally directed and produced) by Carl Reiner. Dick Van Dyke starred as … Continue reading