Daily 70s Spot: Chiffon Margarine ‘Mother Nature’ (1979)

“If it tastes like butter, but it’s not – it’s Chiffon.” It’s time to spread on our Daily 70s Spot. Here’s a Chiffon margarine commercial featuring Mother Nature (portrayed by actress Dena Dietrich). Spot aired in December of 1979. There’s … Continue reading

Daily 70s Spot: Sears Women’s Clothing (1979)

“They’re worth a second look.” It’s time to try on the last Daily 70s Spot of the year. Here’s a Sears commercial featuring women’s “super value” shirts and “pants that fit.” Spot aired in December of 1979. Do we spy … Continue reading

Daily 70s Spot: Lionel Trains ‘Christmas Tradition’ (1979)

“Why just give a toy when you can give a tradition?” Daily 70s Spot time. This being Christmas day, we’ll post the last holiday-related spot for the year. Here’s a good one for Lionel trains featuring the “tradition” of giving … Continue reading

Daily 70s Spot: Zales Christmas Diamonds (1979)

“No one knows more than the diamond store – Zales.” Time to open our wallets and purchase a 24-carat Daily 70s Spot. Here’s a Zales jewelers commercial featuring Christmas diamond rings and pendants. Spot aired in November of 1979. Narration … Continue reading

Daily 70s Spot: Olympic Girls’ Swimming Appeal (1979)

“Without your help we can’t afford to win.” We’ll wrap up a trio of Olympics-related ads with today’s Daily 70s Spot. This commercial for the upcoming ’80 Moscow Olympic Games features 1904 medal winner, Jam Handy and a USA girl’s … Continue reading

Daily 70s Spot: Revco Discount Drug Center (1979)

“You need all the Revco you can get.” Time to visit our local Daily 70s Spot and pick up our prescription. Here’s a commercial for Revco Discount Drug Centers featuring 10% senior discounts. Now-defunct, Ohio -based Revco was eventually bought … Continue reading