“I like pickles…but they don’t like me!” Today, we’ve got a pair of spots from 1978. I’m not saying these two commercials go hand-in-hand necessarily… Firstly, one for Breyers Peach Ice Cream from April of ’78. Second, a commercial for … Continue reading
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“Startling BEAUTY AND THE BEAST graphics.” Get a look at this fancy, high-tech Dragon pinball machine from D. Gottlieb & Co. Arcade state-of-the-art and ready to wow players in late ’78. Previously on Rad Ads: Florence Henderson, ‘Conversations’ Record (1970) … Continue reading
“What a way to fly!” Let’s take a look at the new ’79 models from Ford. First, we have a “Come Fly with Me” commercial for Ford Thunderbird. After that, a spot comparing the Ford Granada to Mercedes-Benz. Both commercials … Continue reading
“A terrifying love story.” With the holiday almost upon us, here’s a pair of Halloween-flavored commercials. First, it’s a TV promo for the Anthony Hopkins movie Magic from November of 1978. After that, a strange and spooky spot from October … Continue reading
“Don’t watch television tonight – play it!” Here’s a timely find, with the recent Battle of the Sexes film still in theaters. It’s Billie Jean King and Bobby Riggs in a spot for the Atari video game console. The commercial, … Continue reading
“An adventure in every bowl!” Pouring out two bowls of Post Alpha-Bits cereal today. The first commercial aired in 1975 and features metal license plate prizes. These are perfect for attaching to your banana seat bikes. The second spot aired … Continue reading