70s Commercials: Sammy Davis Jr. For Alka-Seltzer, ‘It’s The Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown,’ Hershey’s Hot Cocoa, Chrysler LeBaron (1978)

“Plop, plop! Fizz, fizz! Oh what a relief it is.” Here’s a fine collection of commercials from 1978. First up, one of the best spots I’ve had the pleasure to post: Sammy Davis, Jr. for Alka-Seltzer. It doesn’t get more … 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: Quaker Instant Oatmeal, Cap’n Crunch, Excedrin, Champion (1970-73)

“If you have time for instant coffee – you have time for Quaker Instant Oatmeal.” The newest batch of old commercials spans 1970 to ’73. Our star is Quaker Instant Oatmeal from ’72, but I’ll post them out by consecutive … Continue reading

70s Commercials: Sanka, Oven Fry, Aqua-Fresh,’20/20′ (1979)

“The coffee that lets you be your best.” As you might imagine, after lingering in 1977 and 1978, we now arrive in 1979. These vintage lookers shine a spotlight on Sanka Coffee (with spokesperson Robert Young), Oven Fry chicken-coating (with … Continue reading

70s Commercials: Skippy, Chrysler New Yorker, Seneca, Duz (1978)

Alrighty, who’s ready to hang out in 1978 for a few? Here’s a quartet of “Fabulous!” vintage commercials featuring Skippy Old Fashioned Peanut Butter (with Jordan Charney), Chrysler New Yorker, Seneca frozen apple juice, and Duz detergent. SKIPPY OLD FASHIONED … Continue reading

70s Commercials: Pillsbury Hotloaf, Post Raisin Bran, Step Saver, Support Can Be Beautiful (1977)

“Hotloaf is a snap!” We’re jumping into a 1977 thing today with vintage commercials for Pillsbury Poppin’ Fresh Hotloaf, Post Raisin Bran cereal, Step Saver floor wax, and the Support Can Be Beautiful bra. I hope you enjoy your journey … Continue reading