70s Spots: Libby’s Juice & Chunky Fruits (1974 & ’78)

“Libby’s, Libby’s, Libby’s on the label, label, label!” Here we have two commercials for Libby’s. Start with a spot from September 1974 featuring a gaggle of kids singing the brand’s famous jingle. After that, take in a spot from November … Continue reading

70s Spots: ‘Women Of America’ With Alka-Seltzer & Halls (1978)

“Plop, plop. Fizz, fizz. Oh, what a relief it is!” Two commercials today from November 1978 with a focus on the “Women of America.” First, one for Alka-Seltzer featuring a variety of professions. After that, a spot for Halls Mentho-Lyptus … Continue reading

70s Spots: ‘I Could’ve Had A V-8!’ Vegetable Juice (1978)

“Wow! I could have had a V-8!” Two commercials now from November 1978 for V-8 Cocktail Vegetable Juice. This well-known slogan ran and ran and I’m sure you remember it well. ‘I Could’ve Had A V-8!’ Commercial (1978) V-8 Cocktail … Continue reading

70s Spots: Jonathan Winters For Hefty (1978)

“Talking to a trash bag?” Here’s two spots featuring comedian Jonathan Winters in his long-running stint as spokesperson for Hefty trash bags. Both commercials aired in November of 1978. Being a big fan of Winters, I always enjoyed when one … Continue reading

70s Spots: ’79 Chevy Camaro & AMC Concord (1978)

“The ultimate Camaro!” A pair of car spots for you today. In pole position, a high-octane commercial for Chevy’s ’79 Z28 Camaros. In second place, we have an unexpected challenger, the AMC Concord. Both spots aired in November of 1978. … Continue reading

70s Spots: Toys ‘R’ Us & Long John Silver’s (1978)

“When you think of toys – think of Toys ‘R’ Us!” We’re celebrating the 40th anniversary of 1978 this year – so, let’s get off to a hearty start with a pair of vintage commercials. First, a good find for … Continue reading