Here’s an “In the News” segment from CBS Saturday Morning programming in 1979. The clip focuses on rollerskating and the attempt to bring the sport into Olympic competition. I always loved when I caught an “In the News” report and … Continue reading
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My favorite TV show of the 1970s, by a wide-margin, is The Brady Bunch. I watched the show when it originally ran from 1969-1974, though I was so young I barely remember those first few years. It was when the … Continue reading
Hey kids, it’s high time we foisted another ancient Star Wars toy commercial upon you! This time around we take a look at Kenner’s “Land of the Jawas” playset which released in 1979 (yes, I know the spot carries a … Continue reading
I’m not sure how to classify this amazing mixture of Elton John and The Muppets. It’s music, TV, comedy and 70s culture all rolled up into one fuzzy ball of awesomeness. Just press play and enjoy Elton singing “Goodbye Yellow … Continue reading
It’s TV Time lads and lasses – time to trot out an ABC promo from Thursday, January 5th, 1978 for the Donny & Marie show. As you’ll see, the special guests for the evening include Andy Griffith and Charo. If … Continue reading
Here’s the opening credits for one of my favorite shows as a kid – S.W.A.T. You remember what the acronym stands for right? Special Weapons And Tactics. When that “Wheep! wheep wheep!” blared on the screen you knew it was … Continue reading