Sixties Week: Libby’s Sloppy Joes, Chevy, Pizza Spins, Raid Commercials (1966-69)

“Something good is always cooking at Libby’s.” SIXTIES Week: Wow! Something new going down here at the ‘Disco. Well, actually something even older than usual, I guess. We’re focused on 1960s TV advertising this week. In the first installment of … Continue reading

70s Commercials: Cheetos, Shake ‘N Bake, Polaroid, Revlon (1973-76)

“The cheese that goes crunch!” Here’s a quartet of ancient wonders I think you’ll enjoy. Encompassing the years 1973 to ’76, you’ll find; Cheetos (with animated mascots Cheezan and Cheesy), Shake ‘n Bake (with John Braden as Pete the Butcher), … Continue reading

70s Commercials: RC Cola, Pringles, Zenith Recorder, Glass Plus (1977-78)

“Me and my RC!” Thirsty? The latest batch of vintage views covers 1977 and 1978. You’ll find commercials for RC Cola, A Pringles beach raft offer, Zenith’s cutting-edge Video Recorder, and Glass Plus. Do a barrel roll! RC COLA ‘SKY … Continue reading

70s Commercials: Jell-O Soft Swirl, Rockwell Drill, Tastykake Mascot, Sugar Twin (1972-75)

“Treat your family like company.” Hello, and welcome to a warm August. Let’s dial back the commercial time machine to the years 1972 through 1975. First up, a spot for Jell-O’s Soft Swirl dessert. This one features Denise Nickerson of … Continue reading

70s Commercials (Holidays): ‘Christmas Fun’ With Kraft, Coca-Cola, Pillsbury, Oil Of Olay (1971-79)

Happy last day of 2022 – and here’s to a splendid 2023! This set of Christmas-themed commercials ran between 1971 and 1979. First up, it’s Kraft with a minute and a half of holiday table eats and treats. Following that, … Continue reading

70s Commercials: Kraft Holiday Meals, Lipton Cup-A-Soup, Armour Ham (1971-72)

I hope those of you in the US had a good Thanksgiving. I certainly did. Our vegetarian t’rkey and all the trimmings went down a treat. Speaking of treats – here’s a collection of food-related commercials as we make our … Continue reading