Daily 70s Spot: Coca-Cola ‘It’s the Real Thing’ (1970)

“It’s the real thing. Coke.” Let’s pop open our Daily 70s Spot. Here’s another Coca-Cola commercial featuring Americana imagery and the “It’s the Real Thing” song. Spot aired in November of 1970. Daily 70s Spot #147: Coca-Cola ‘Real Thing’ Commercial, … Continue reading

Music for Monday: Black Sabbath, ‘War Pigs’ (live, 1970, ’74)

Good day, fine people. I hope those of you in the US are enjoying the extended Memorial Day weekend. In remembrance of soldiers who fought for us in recent and long-past battles – here’s Black Sabbath with a stomping anti-war … Continue reading

Funshine Friday: The Ant and the Aardvark, ‘Ants in the Pantry’ (1970)

Happy Funshine Friday, folks. Friday is fun-day (I don’t care what your boss says)! Therefore, it’s time to consume a cartoon featuring The Ant and the Aardvark. Ants in the Pantry made its theatrical debut in June of 1970. Enjoy … Continue reading

Show Toppers: ‘Hawaii Five-O’ (1970s)

Hawaii Five-O originally ran on CBS from September, 1968 through April of 1980. Therefore, it’s one of the quintessential 1970s shows – having aired new episodes across the entire decade. The police drama focuses on Lieutenant Steve McGarrett, played by … Continue reading

Daily 70s Spot: Levi’s dacron polyester (animated, 1970)

“We’re glad you walk on two legs. Otherwise, you’d never get the chance to wear a pair of Levi’s.” Time to dress up the Daily 70s Spot. Here’s one of those magical animated commercials for Levi’s. The spot we have … Continue reading

Daily 70s Spot: Coca-Cola ‘Seasons’ commercial (1970)

“The real things in life know no season. It’s the real thing. Coke.” Daily 70s Spot time. I know it’s spring and all – but here’s a nice commercial for Coca-Cola extolling the virtues of the fall season. Spot aired … Continue reading