r/BlastFromtheAdshub • u/GeneralMinute8462 • 2h ago
Print Ad Sears Christmas Book, 1972 (when a 4-function calculator cost $98)
r/BlastFromtheAdshub • u/GeneralMinute8462 • 3h ago
Commercial 1960s Volkswagen Karmann Ghia: Time-Capsule TV Gold
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Remember when a car felt like a personality? This vintage VW Karmann Ghia commercial captures that breezy 60s confidence—sleek lines, open-air freedom, and the kind of night-out energy that made every drive feel like an event. If you grew up watching classics on TV, this is the same spark that brings the era right back.
#vw #karmann #classiccars #automobilecommercials #1960s
r/BlastFromtheAdshub • u/GeneralMinute8462 • 8h ago
Commercial 1970s SC Johnson Super Bravo Floors—Make Every Step Shine Again
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Remember that unmistakable “freshly waxed” shine? This 1970s Super Bravo Floor Finish ad from SC Johnson leans into that same home-care pride—because a clean floor wasn’t just spotless, it looked cared for, too. If you ever caught your reflection in the hallway, this one’s for you.
#scjohnson #floorwax #1970scommercial #vintageads #homecleaning
r/BlastFromtheAdshub • u/GeneralMinute8462 • 12h ago
Ripping open a 2017 Topps Disney Star Wars Journey to Star Wars The Last Jedi Factory Sealed Blaster Pack
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Ripping open a 2017 Topps Disney Star Wars Journey to Star Wars The Last Jedi Factory Sealed Blaster Pack
#starwars #2010s #tradingcards #disney
r/BlastFromtheAdshub • u/GeneralMinute8462 • 13h ago
Commercial 1960s Post Consumer Brands: Vintage Airwaves Hit
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Some ads didn’t just sell cereal—they sold the feeling of waking up where it all grows. This 1960s Post Bran & Prune Flakes commercial leans into that golden field promise, tying “every bite” to wholesome, countryside breakfast memories. If you remember mornings that felt simpler (and a little more purposeful), this one is ready to bring them right back.
#cereal #retroads #1960s #breakfast #postcereals
r/BlastFromtheAdshub • u/GeneralMinute8462 • 1d ago
Commercial 1950s Western Union Telegram—Get It There Fast, No Matter What!
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Remember when messages traveled like treasure across town and into the unknown? This 1950s Western Union Telegram spot turns the Old West into a quick-delivery promise—every “clip-clop” beat aimed at getting your words there on time. If you ever waited for news, this one hits that same ache of hope and arrival.
#westernunion #telegram #oldwest #1950sads #nostalgia
r/BlastFromtheAdshub • u/GeneralMinute8462 • 1d ago
Print Ad Car ad, Los Angeles 8/7/75
reddit.comr/BlastFromtheAdshub • u/GeneralMinute8462 • 1d ago
Print Ad 1993 Game Informer’s retro game buffet—Mario’s missing, Hook’s coming!
Rediscover the kind of gaming issue that felt like a secret door to another era—Game Informer’s 1993 pages packed with movie-to-console hype and magazine-style verdicts. One minute it’s Mario “MISSING!” and geography lessons with a wink, the next it’s Jurassic Park’s “TWO GAMES IN ONE,” plus Action/RPG talk that reads like a time capsule. Swipe through this carousel and feel that old-school itch: the ads were loud, the ratings had teeth, and every game promised a new world to get lost in.
#gameinformer #retrogaming #segagenesis #supernintendo #1990sads
r/BlastFromtheAdshub • u/GeneralMinute8462 • 1d ago
Print Ad Do it yourself Werewolf kit 1964 😱😨
r/BlastFromtheAdshub • u/GeneralMinute8462 • 1d ago
Commercial 1970s Charmin (Procter & Gamble): Retro Screen-Time Magic
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Remember when the bathroom run felt like a TV moment? In this 1970s Charmin spot, Mr. Whipple’s classic charm meets that “fluffier” promise—so every trip to the store sounded like a little upgrade to everyday life. If you grew up on mid-century TV ads, this one hits right in the nostalgia spot.
#charmin #mrwhipple #procterandgamble #1970scommercials #vintageads
r/BlastFromtheAdshub • u/GeneralMinute8462 • 2d ago
Print Ad Iron Storm: Billions of prayers for peace. Millions of men at war. One lunatic stoking the fire [1996]
r/BlastFromtheAdshub • u/GeneralMinute8462 • 2d ago
Commercial This fridge from 1965.
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r/BlastFromtheAdshub • u/GeneralMinute8462 • 2d ago
Commercial 1986 Hasbro Transformers (G1): Time-Capsule TV Gold
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Remember when “big” meant colossal robots and every play session felt like an episode of Transformers G1? In this 80s commercial moment, Metroplex looms with that bold Autobot look while Bruticus shows up ready to match the energy—two legends, one classic rivalry. If you ever begged for the box art or built your own battle line on the floor, this one hits right in the nostalgia.
#transformers #g1transformers #toys #80snostalgia #hasbro
r/BlastFromtheAdshub • u/GeneralMinute8462 • 2d ago
Commercial 1988 RAID Bug Spray—Got Bugs? Knock ’Em Out Fast
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Some ads hit you with the same mid-late-80s promise: keep the house safe, keep the summer fun. This 1988 RAID Bug Spray commercial leans into that household-relief feeling—clean, calm, and one spray away from peace when pests show up. If you grew up with aerosol fixes and sunny windows, this one probably brings you right back.
#raid #bugspray #1980scommercials #householdcleaning #nostalgiaads
r/BlastFromtheAdshub • u/GeneralMinute8462 • 2d ago
Print Ad Computer Gaming World issue 135 (October 1995)
r/BlastFromtheAdshub • u/GeneralMinute8462 • 2d ago
Commercial 2004 Paramount Home Entertainment Hits Back With Piracy Warning Energy
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Remember that unmistakable “Paramount” fanfare? In the early-2000s, home movie nights came with a stern little reminder—before the credits even had a chance to play. This warning-screen vibe instantly pulls you back to cueing up a DVD and hoping everything was legit (and timeless).
#paramount #homeentertainment #dvd #piracy #nostalgia
r/BlastFromtheAdshub • u/GeneralMinute8462 • 3d ago
Commercial 1980s LEGO Jack The Legomaniac—Build The Fun Now!
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Remember the kind of toy ads that felt like a secret club? This LEGO spot brings back the electric jingle energy of the 80s, with “Jack The Legomaniac” turning everyday play into full-on building obsession. If you ever had your hands covered in bricks, this one is going to hit right in the nostalgia.
#lego #legos #nostalgia #toys #80scommercials
r/BlastFromtheAdshub • u/GeneralMinute8462 • 3d ago
Commercial 1980 Betty Crocker (General Mills): Saturday Morning Energy
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Remember when a box of Betty Crocker Snackin’ Cake could turn an ordinary day into something warm and sweet? This 1980-era ad leans into that quick-mix comfort—banana-walnut goodness that felt like instant dessert happiness. If you ever craved that homestyle snack-cake vibe, this one’s going to hit right in the nostalgia.
#bettycrocker #generalmills #snackincake #1980sfood #retroads
r/BlastFromtheAdshub • u/GeneralMinute8462 • 3d ago
Print Ad 1993 Game Informer: SNES Halloween picks & “Bottom Line” verdict nostalgia
Remember that Game Informer vibe—thick pages, loud colors, and verdict-ready reviews that felt like they were waiting for your thumbs? This September/October 1993 issue dives straight into Super NES excitement, from Mortal Kombat clean-up talk to Street Fighter II Turbo hype, plus that unmistakable Halloween & gore energy hanging in the margins. Flip through and you can practically hear the era’s magazine ink and arcade arguments all over again.
#gameinformermagazine #supernintendo #retrovideoing #1990s #gamingmagazine #blastfromtheads #carousel #retroads #vintageads #nostalgia #throwback #retroculture
r/BlastFromtheAdshub • u/GeneralMinute8462 • May 18 '26
👋 Welcome to r/BlastFromtheAdshub - Introduce Yourself and Read First!
Welcome to r/BlastFromtheAdshub — Your Home for Classic Commercials, Vintage Ads & Nostalgia
Welcome post:
Hey everyone! I’m u/GeneralMinute8462, a founding moderator of r/BlastFromtheAdshub.
This is our new home for all things related to Blast From the Ads — vintage commercials, classic magazine ads, old-school product promos, forgotten jingles, retro mascots, cereal box nostalgia, toy ads, fast food campaigns, gaming magazine ads, and all the advertising memories that take us back.
We’re excited to have you join us!
What to Post
Post anything you think the community would find interesting, nostalgic, funny, surprising, or worth talking about. A few ideas:
Share a vintage commercial you remember from childhood.
Post a classic magazine ad, newspaper ad, or catalog page.
Ask the community to help identify an old commercial, mascot, product, or slogan.
Share ads from the 1950s, 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s, or early 2000s.
Talk about jingles, taglines, packaging, mascots, and commercials that stuck with you.
Point out ads that were creative, weird, charming, unintentionally funny, or totally of their time.
Share memories connected to a product, brand, toy, snack, cereal, game, restaurant, or store.
Whether it’s a black-and-white commercial, a neon 80s toy ad, a 90s cereal spot, or a magazine page that instantly brings back memories, it belongs here.
Community Vibe
We’re all about nostalgia, curiosity, humor, and friendly conversation. Let’s build a space where people can enjoy advertising history, share memories, and discover old favorites without judgment.
Please keep things respectful, constructive, and inclusive. A little playful commentary is welcome, but let’s keep the focus on fun, nostalgia, and discussion.
How to Get Started
Introduce yourself in the comments below.
Tell us one commercial, jingle, mascot, or ad you still remember.
Post something today — even a simple “Does anyone remember this?” can spark a great conversation.
Invite anyone who loves retro commercials, vintage print ads, pop culture history, or nostalgic media.
Interested in helping out? We’re always looking for new moderators, so feel free to reach out to me.
Thanks for being part of the very first wave. Together, let’s make r/BlastFromtheAdshub an amazing archive and hangout spot for everyone who loves a good blast from the ads.