Daily 70s Spot #421: Charles Bronson’s ‘Telefon’ (1977)

“Code name for a top secret plan for total destruction.” We roll from yesterday’s action-adventure, The Gauntlet, into today’s adventurous-action of Telefon. Telefon was directed by Don Siegel and stars Charles Bronson, Lee Remick, Donald Pleasence, and Tyne Daly. ‘Telefon’ … Continue reading

Daily 70s Spot #420: Clint Eastwood’s ‘The Gauntlet’ (1977)

“The odds are a hundred to one they won’t make it…” A very good President’s Day to you. I hope you’re lucky enough to have a day off work. If so, why not take in a movie? Here’s a TV … Continue reading

Cherry Stereo: New Seventies Music Site Now Live!

Bionic friends, I’m happy to announce that my brand new website Cherry Stereo is now live! The site is focused like a laser beam of love on the greatest music of the Seventies – both well-known and unsung. You’ll find … Continue reading

Holiday Special (Repeat): ‘Be My Valentine, Charlie Brown’ (1975)

Happy Valentine’s Day! To celebrate the holiday we’ll be floating back 41 years and basking in a few clips from Be My Valentine, Charlie Brown. Be My Valentine, Charlie Brown first aired on January 28, 1975. The 30-minute special was … Continue reading

Daily 70s Spot #418, 419: IBM Copiers & Typewriters (1974)

“Isn’t this a better way?” We’ll finish up 1974 week with a look at some cutting edge IBM office technology. First up, a spot for the Selectric typewriter Mag Card system. After that, a commercial for the IBM Copier II. … Continue reading

Daily 70s Spot #416, 417: Gillette & Schick Shaving Systems (1974)

“The civilized shave.” Let’s all wake up, slap some water on our faces and have a nice shave. Yes, everyone – men, women, and children. Or, you can watch the two shaving-related spots below from December 1974. First up, Genghis … Continue reading