Daily 70s Ad: Sesame Street Push Button Toys (1974)

“Push a button and a matching geometric shape opens to reveal Ernie, Bert, Oscar, Cookie Monster or Big Bird.” A little “Child Guidance” from The Muppets. Daily 70s Ad #324: Sesame Street Push Button Toys originally appeared in the December, … Continue reading

Funshine Friday: ‘The Muppet Show’ – ‘Mahna Mahna’ Song (1976)

It had to happen at some point – and now it has. Here’s the insightful, thought-provoking “Mahna Mahna” song. I demand that you sing along. In the office, on the bus, where ever. The “Mahna Mahna” clip below comes from … Continue reading

Funshine Friday: ‘The Muppet Show’ – Harry Belafonte & Animal Drum Duel (1978)

Good morning, Bionic pals. Here’s a two-minute slice of joyful 1970s noise to get your weekend started off right – Harry Belafonte engaging in a drum duel with Animal. Who will emerge victorious? The clip in question was produced for … Continue reading

Daily 70s Ad: ‘The Muppet Movie’ Soundtrack (1979)

(Click to enlarge) “Frankly, Miss Piggy, I don’t give a hoot!” Making a “Rainbow Connection.” Daily 70s Ad #183: The Muppet Movie Soundtrack originally appeared in the July 14, 1979 issue of Billboard magazine. (Source: Billboard) Previously on Daily 70s … Continue reading

Funshine Friday: ‘The Muppet Show’ Season One Promos/Gag Reel (1976)

How goes your almost-weekend? It’s time to jumpstart the fun with a minute-and-a-half of promos and outtakes from The Muppet Show. The clips below are from season one of the series, circa 1976. Have a happy Funshine Friday! ‘The Muppet … Continue reading

Funshine Friday: Sesame Street: Johnny Cash Sings ‘Nasty Dan’ (1974)

Welcome to the almost-weekend, 70s fans. Here’s a two-minute treat for you. Johnny Cash appeared on Sesame Street during season five (1973-74) singing the tune “Nasty Dan” to Oscar the Grouch. If you click the clicker below you can watch … Continue reading