Retro Ramblings
In Defense of American Defense Action Figures
Back in the early 1980s, when the world was still lit by the glow of Saturday morning cartoons and the hum of VCRs rewinding, G.I. Joe was king. I was …
Retro Advertising
Retro Ramblings
Peter Come Home For Christmas
There are certain commercials that stick with you. Not because they’re flashy or clever, but because they tap into something deeper. Something personal. Something that lingers long after the jingle …
Retro Ramblings
Superman Peanut Butter
It’s funny how some things can just pop into your head that you haven’t thought about in many years. This is one of those things. Peanut butter is a staple …
Retro Ramblings
Nintendo Cereal
In 1988, I was all about Nintendo. It had probably taken over as my favorite toy by that point if you want to consider it a toy. And I was …
Retro Ramblings
1990/1991 NBA Hoops Trading Cards
Somewhere in 1990, I really started getting into trading cards. Baseball cards mostly, and some non-sports cards that I thought were cool. In the fall of that year, I spotted …
Special Feature
Five More Classic Christmas Commercials
A couple of years back, I wrote about Five Classic Christmas Commercials. That post featured some commercials that I’m most nostalgic for, as they still stand out in my memory …
Time Capsule
M.A.S.K. Comic Story and Catalog From 1986
In this time capsule, enjoy going back in time to 1986 to check out a fun little comic story featuring M.A.S.K. and a catalog for M.A.S.K. products.
Special Feature
Christmas Specials as Presented in Old TV Guides
Am I alone in missing the good old days of TV Guide? Not only for the listings that helped you know what to watch when but for the ads for …
Special Feature
Highlights From a Johnson Smith Company Ad
While the name may not ring a bell to everyone, I’m sure you grew up seeing these ads in comic books and marveling at the wonders they promised. Let’s check …
Special Feature
Five Classic Christmas Commercials
Man, what better way to keep getting pumped up for Christmas than watching some old commercials! Let’s take a look at five of my favorites from through the years. …