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 [Continue Reading]
Retro Advertising
Retro Ramblings
Peter Comes Home For Christmas
There are certain commercials that stick with you. Not because they’re flashy or clever, but because they tap into something [Continue Reading]
Retro Ramblings
Thinking About Superman Peanut Butter
It is funny how certain memories can suddenly bubble up from the back of your mind after years of silence. [Continue Reading]
Retro Ramblings
Nintendo Cereal
In 1988, my world revolved around Nintendo. At that point in my childhood, the NES had probably taken over as [Continue Reading]
Retro Ramblings
1990/1991 NBA Hoops Trading Cards
Somewhere in 1990, something shifted in my little world. I had already been dabbling in trading cards for a while, [Continue Reading]
Special Feature
Five More Classic Christmas Commercials
Once upon a time, I wrote about Classic Christmas Commercials. That post featured some commercials that I’m most nostalgic for, [Continue Reading]
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 [Continue Reading]
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 [Continue Reading]
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 [Continue Reading]
Retro Ramblings
Remembering Some 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. [Continue Reading]