Today, we’ve got the intro to a Hanna-Barbera cartoon that I must admit I’m barely familiar with. Dinky Dog originally aired as segments on The All-New Popeye Hour in 1978. The show featured a giant sheep dog (voiced by Frank … Continue reading
Category Archives: 70s TV
“Your looking at one of the best known insurance signs – the fire hat of Fireman’s Fund.” On this Sunday afternoon, we’re screening two vintage commercials from 1976. First up, a memorable spot for Fireman’s Fund Insurance starring their spokesperson … Continue reading
“We’re changing our name – but not our stripes.” We’re cranking the vintage wheel all the way back to 1972 today. First up, a rare find of an animated spot where Esso announces a name change to Exxon. The commercial … Continue reading
Hanna-Barbera’s Tarzan-influenced, Jana of the Jungle, made its debut in September of 1978. The animated series originally aired on NBC (as part of The Godzilla Power Hour), running for 13 episodes. B.J. Ward, stars as Jana, who searches the South … Continue reading
“You can feel it tingle.” Yes, shampoo and bowling balls! Today, we have two spots from February of 1979. First up, a showering spokesperson for Denorex medicated shampoo. Second, a commercial for the AMF Impact bowling ball. Watch as the … Continue reading
“Lee Majors in a tricky assignment.” Here’s two 1978 promos offering a taste of TV fare for the year. First up, a spot for The Six Million Dollar Man from September ’78 where Steve needs to save the Liberty Bell! … Continue reading