Ernest Borgnine has died, 1970s work remembered

Ernest Borgnine died today at the age of 95. Perhaps best known for his Academy Award-winning turn in the film Marty and for being a series regular on McHale’s Navy (1962-66) and Airwolf (1984-86), Borgnine worked actively in the 1970s … Continue reading

70s Spots: Kenner SSP – Smash-Up Derby Set

Here’s a quick TV spot for Kenner’s SSP Smash-Up Derby Set circa early to mid-1970s. I well remember this commercial being in heavy rotation when I was a kid. 35 years later I can still sing along. “Crash, bang, smash … Continue reading

Swingers! Bionic Disco is on Facebook & Twitter

Hey, 1970s fans – Don’t forget – you can find Bionic Disco on Facebook and Twitter! Get your nostalgic memories massaged daily via the miracle of modern social technology. It’s coated in sugar yet still low in calories. You’re soaking … Continue reading

Funshine Friday: The Addams Family (animated series, 1973)

Hanna-Barbera’s animated version of The Addams Family sitcom debuted in September of 1973 and 16 episodes were produced. Voice actors for the series included Ted Cassidy, Jackie Coogan, Janet Waldo, Lennie (H.R. Pufnstuf) Weinrib and Jodie Foster (as Pugsly). Enjoy … Continue reading

70s stories in the news: Deliverance, Deep Throat, Ginsu Knives

Hello, fellow streakers and Pepsi Light drinkers! How was your holiday? I hope it was dandy. Here’s a trio of 1970s-related stories you may wish to explore on this fine post-Independence Day…day. Deliverance– 40th Anniversary The cast of Deliverance (released … Continue reading

4th of July, 1972

Happy 4th of July, celebrants in the US and elsewhere! On this American holiday I thought we’d cast ourselves back in time to the 1970s and relive days gone by. Last year we took a look at the Bicentennial celebrations … Continue reading