Daily 70s Spot #443, 444: Magnavox ‘Videomatic’ TVs (1973)

“What a difference watching a Magnavox.” Here’s two October 1973 spots for Magnavox and their “Videomatic” Solid State TV sets. And with that, we’ll round-up the TV set-related spots for a bit. Tomorrow, we’ll finish off 1973 Week with a … Continue reading

Daily 70s Spot #442: Sony TV ‘Emmy Award’ (1973)

“It’s really true. Sony won an Emmy.” Here’s a fun spot from Sony showing off their recent Emmy Award win. The company handles things with a touch of humor which is always nice. The commercial ran in October of 1973. … Continue reading

Daily 70s Spot #441: RCA TV ‘Cameramen’ (1973)

“Over 50% more Senior TV Cameramen own RCA.” For the next few days, we have spots lined-up that feature a variety of 1973 TV sets. Here’s one from October ’73 for the RCA XL-100. RCA TV ‘Cameramen’ Commercial, 1973 Previously … Continue reading

Daily 70s Spot #440: Schlitz ‘Yokohama Baseball’ (1973)

“When you reach for gusto – you’re reaching all the way.” Here’s a sixty second spot for Schlitz beer that aired in October of 1973. In this one, a bunch of American sailors play baseball with their Japanese counterparts in … Continue reading

Daily 70s Spot #439: Champion ‘Daytona 500’ (1973)

“Better plugs for everyone.” On this Super Tuesday, we look to Champion to come in first place. This spot, featuring the Daytona 500, Richard Petty, and Bobby Isaac, aired in October of 1973. Champion Spark Plugs ‘Daytona’ Commercial, 1973 Previously … Continue reading

Daily 70s Spot #438: Scrubbing Bubbles! (1973)

“We do the work – so you don’t have to!” This week, we dial into 1973 and see what turns up. Our first arrival is a well-known classic – Dow’s Scrubbing Bubbles. The lead Bubble is voiced by the great … Continue reading