70s Commercials: Charmin, Brunswick, Grape-Nuts, Colgate & More! (1970-79)

Alrighty! More vintage commercials on their way right this moment. And – it’s a double-batch! Get settled in for early seventies spots for Charmin (with Mr. Whipple, of course), Brunswick bowling balls (with Dave Soutar), Prime dog food, and Bonus … Continue reading

70s Commercials: Crest ‘Mr. Goodwin,’ Charmin, REA Air Express, Budweiser (1972-74)

Ye Olde Commercial Tyme! Today, we’ve got a fine assortment from the early-to-mid seventies. We’ll start off with Arthur O’Connell as Mr. Goodwin in a spot for Crest toothpaste. Following that, we’ve got a Charmin spot with Mr. Whipple vs. … Continue reading

70s Spots: Remington Shaver (Fran Tarkenton) & Sunbeam Shaver (Pat Summerall, 1972)

“We made the close shave comfortable.” A pair of competing shaver spots today from November of 1972 – both fronted by football heroes. First up, Fran Tarkenton for the Remington Mark III & IV. After that, sportscaster Pat Summerall for … Continue reading

70s Spots: Coke (‘Mean’ Joe Greene) & Pepsi ‘Disney Parks’ (1979)

“Hey, kid! Catch!” Here’s an iconic ad I’m happy to finally have on the ol’ YouTube channel. “Mean” Joe Greene for Coca-Cola. The spot aired in October of 1979, became an advertising classic and one of the best-known spots of … Continue reading

70s Spots: McDonald’s ‘Summer Song’ & ‘Seahawks’ (1979)

“Nobody can do it like McDonald’s can.” Another summer-related spot today. This one from McDonald’s features a swimming theme and aired in July of 1979. After that, another McDonald’s spot, from November of ’79, showing off Seattle Seahawks drinking glasses. … Continue reading

70s Spots: Fashion Time With Bob Griese & Fran Tarkenton (1972)

“You won’t want to wear them all the time – but you could.” Football and fashion go together like…well, not a whole lot. Nevertheless, I’ve got two commercials for you today from October of 1972 featuring just that. First up, … Continue reading