If you were around in 1976, I’m sure you remember how excited we were about the United States Bicentennial. The nation commemorated its 200th anniversary with a year-long celebration designed to sweep us all up into a collective Bicentennial Fever. Planning for the Bicentennial started a full decade earlier with the creation of the American … Read more
The history of Miracle Whip isn’t just the story of a new salad dressing; it’s a tale of invention, marketing genius, and the beginning of a new chapter in modern food production. Beloved by some, reviled by others, and unmistakably bold in flavor and branding, Miracle Whip’s mere mention sparks both controversy and nostalgia. This … Read more
Let’s head inside a roller disco in the late 1970s. The pulsing bass of Chic’s “Le Freak” sets the rhythm for skaters gliding under a mirrored disco ball. Neon lights flash on the satin and sequined outfits as the skate wheels hum over the polished wood of the rink. Roller disco blended music, fashion, and … 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
Marjoe Gortner, an ordained minister at the age of 4, released an Oscar-winning documentary in 1972 that exposed his evangelical career as a fraud. He also recorded an album and had a solid career as an actor. Yet, he remains mostly forgotten today. That’s a shame. His story is powerful and interesting. He turned his … Read more
Do you remember Fern Bars? In the prehistoric dawn of time, before dating apps and the Internet, you only had a few ways to meet other singles interested in dating. And one of those ways involved hitting the bar scene. Enter the “Fern Bar,” a bar designed to feel homey and comfortable, so women would … Read more
If you were alive in the 1970s, you probably remember the Jesus Movement. This unique period in Christianity was marked by its focus on love and acceptance and its embrace of popular culture. The Jesus Movement was a time when Christianity was “groovy,” and it left a lasting impact on the world. Let’s look at … Read more
