Our approach to food in the 1970s was – how shall I put this? – unconventional. We competed to see who could serve our dinner guests the most unique and innovative dishes and we delighted in putting a fresh spin on classic favorites. We also truly believed that everything tasted better with mayonnaise (or Miracle … Read more
Remember when television sets were beautifully crafted in sturdy wooden cabinets, and color TV was brand new and thrilling! Remember how TV theme songs in the 1970s were so catchy? They were a huge part of our culture and a lively slice of Americana that still brings a smile to our faces today! Let’s have a bit … Read more
If you were heading out for a night on the town in the late 1970s, you would be all dressed up in the hottest trend: disco fashion. Disco fashion was all about strutting your stuff and being noticed on the dance floor, so fabrics were shimmery, shiny, and designed to move with the music. The … Read more
Sports stars were huge celebrities in the 1970s. We idolized our favorites and wanted to be just like them. So, of course, we’d buy anything they were selling. Advertisers loved the chance to associate their product with the shine of a beloved sports figure. And the sports stars loved getting the money for the ads. … Read more
In today’s hectic and anxious world of 21st-century travel, it is hard to imagine a time when traveling by plane was considered a sophisticated and romantic experience. However, during the “golden age” of air travel (generally considered to be from post-World War II to the 1960s), air travel was a luxurious and glamorous affair. People … Read more
You know that rush you get when your team snags a big win? Now imagine that feeling but with an extra dose of drama, hilarity, and polyester pants. For nostalgic souls like me who spent their formative years in the 1970s, these sports flicks hold a special place in our hearts. We cried and felt … Read more
The 1970s were a tumultuous time. We were breaking free from the stuffy traditions of the past and blazing our own trail, embracing boldness and excess in all aspects of life. You could see the new boldness in 1970s home decor. Everything was big, bold, and over-the-top, with daring patterns that were anything but conventional. … Read more
Rod McKuen: songwriter, recording artist, poet, author, and actor. In 1972, he was the best-selling author in America and the best-selling poet in history. He had over 60 gold and platinum records. Artists like Frank Sinatra, Johnny Cash, and Nina Simone recorded his songs. According to Barry Alfonso’s biography A Voice of the Warm: The … Read more
The 1970s were filled with unforgettable sports moments: It’s hard to narrow down the decade’s most exciting and memorable sports moments, but here are 17 of my favorite 1970s sports moments. 1. George Blanda, NFL Quarterback and Placekicker, named AP Athlete of the Year at age 43, 1970 I greatly respect athletes who continue to … Read more
It’s easy to criticize today’s songs, especially when comparing them to some of the best from the 1970s. But let’s face it, some of the songs released in the 1970s were real stinkers. Let’s take a trip down memory lane and revisit the worst songs of the 1970s. 1. “Make it With You”, Bread, 1970 … Read more