70s Commercials: Gravy Train, Miracle Whip, Mr. Muscle, ‘Diff’rent Strokes’ (1979)

“We’ve got meaty taste in the bag.” A very good February to you! Here’s a batch of commercials that ran in 1979. Starting off, we have a spot for Gravy Train featuring Dinah’s Dog Diner. After that, a classic spot … Continue reading

70s Commercials: Stove Top Stuffing, Parkay Margarine, Gillette Foamy, UR Board Game (1977-78)

“Instead of potatoes.” Hey there! It’s been too long since we’ve had fresh, old commercials here – what can I say? It was the holidays and I got sick last week with that nasty cold that’s going around – so … Continue reading

70s Commercials: ‘TV Guide,’ Spoon Size Shredded Wheat, Chevy Pickup, Ban Basic (1976)

“Newton Minnow takes another look at television…” Happy 2026! In recognition of a new year, we’re dialing back to 1976 and presenting a quartet of commercials set to celebrate 50-year-anniversaries. Good grief, who set the decades on fast-forward? Have a … Continue reading

70s Commercials (Holidays): NyQuil Santa, Sonac, Dooley’s, Ornamental Ice (1972-79)

Happy Holidays, everyone! I hope you have a safe, warm & wonderful time with family and friends as 2025 comes to a close. To send us off into a new year, here’s another batch of vintage Christmas-themed Seventies commercials. There’s … Continue reading

70s Commercials (Holidays): JCPenney Christmas, PAM, The Broadway, Kodak Movie Camera (1971-79)

“The more cotton – the better you feel.” Holiday greetings, ‘Disco denizens! With Hanukkah rolling along and Christmas fast-approaching, it’s time for some seasonal Seventies spots. First, a spot for JCPenney featuring some stylish men’s cotton shirts with not-awkward-at-all ties … Continue reading

70s Commercials: Van Camp’s Beans, Betty Crocker Potatoes, Simplicity Lawn Tractor, Ford Pickups (1976)

“Simply super great!” Hello there! It’s time for some hearty 1976 commercials. This time around, we turn the spotlight on Van Camp’s Beans. Try not to be disturbed by the scary clown in this one. After that spot of deliciousness, … Continue reading