It’s 1979 and we’re flipping the channels to a fine assortment of commercials. First up, we have the great Jonathan Winters playing multiple roles in a spot for Cheetos. Following that, it’s Triscuit wafers, Grape-Nuts & yogurt, and Wisk “Ring … Continue reading
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We’re lingering in 1977 on this fine Friday. You’ll find commercials for Chef Boyardee, ABC, Flinstones Vitamins, and Hefty Trash Bags (with Jonathan Winters). Go! Run off into the weekend and enjoy yourselves. I’ll see you back here on Monday. … Continue reading
“Talking to a trash bag?” Here’s two spots featuring comedian Jonathan Winters in his long-running stint as spokesperson for Hefty trash bags. Both commercials aired in November of 1978. Being a big fan of Winters, I always enjoyed when one … Continue reading
“Hefty gives you the right size-bag for every use.” Hef Hef Hef Hef Hefty! Jonathan Winters For Hefty originally appeared in the May, 1975 issue of Ebony magazine. (Source: Ebony) Previously on Rad Ads: Chevrolet ‘Camper’s Pickup’ (1970) … Continue reading
“An astrological disco sports extravaganza!” For this week’s Trailer Tuesday we celebrate comic genius Jonathan Winters (who left us to our fates on April 12th). The Fish That Saved Pittsburgh, a disco-fueled sports comedy, hit theaters in November of 1979. … Continue reading