70s Commercials: Sara Lee, Pepto-Bismol, McDonald’s Fries, Baby Peek-A-Boo (1970-72)

Yes, that’s a young Edward Herrmann contemplating a french fry in the above photo. Today, we’re loitering in the early seventies and I’ve got the usual set of dusty but delightful spots for you. Enjoy commercials for Sara Lee chocolate … Continue reading

70s Commercials (Buried Treasures): Ben-Gay, Kraft Cheese Singles, Parkay, Char-B-Que (1970-78)

*“Buried Treasure” commercials appeared on the Bionic Disco YouTube channel but not here on the website.* Today, we’re dipping into the Buried Treasure file for a fine assortment of vintage seventies spots. Soak up commercials for Ben-Gay, Kraft’s American Cheese … Continue reading

70s Commercials: Vlasic Pickles, Cheerios, Toyota Tercel, ‘Just Friends’ (1979)

We’re lingering in 1979 with four vintage commercials. First, take in Vlasic Pickles and their stork mascot. The mascot, also known as Jovny, is likely voiced by Pat Harrington Jr. As mentioned previously, since animated spots were basically 30-second cartoons, … Continue reading

70s Commercials: JCPenney Stereo, Birds Eye SF Style, Johnson’s Baby Oil, Hasbro Terron (1978)

We’re lingering in 1978 on this fine Friday. In this batch of vintage commercials you’ll find the JCPenney MCS stereo system (“only $600”), Birds Eye San Francisco Style vegetables, Johnson’s Baby Oil, and Hasbro’s Super Joe Commander Terron toy. Enjoy … Continue reading