Novelty songs ruled the Billboard Charts in the 1970s. These songs are the oddballs of the music world: they have silly lyrics, strange sound effects, or offbeat characters that make you laugh, cringe, or sing along for no good reason. Some novelty songs poke fun at pop culture, others tell outlandish stories, and a few … Read more
Do you ever find yourself thinking about how different life was back in the 70s? From the music to the technology, it can feel a little surreal to look back and remember what it was like to grow up in that era. If you’re a parent now, explaining some of the things you grew up … 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 when hot pants were a big trend in the 1970s? The style seemed to have emerged from nowhere. Then, suddenly, everyone was wearing them, and there was a hot pants outfit for every occasion. But where did they come from, why were they so popular, and why did they fall out of … Read more
Home appliances were once considered an essential part of our homes. Rather than being merely mundane and functional, they had cool aspects that made our lives easier and added a decorative touch. Let’s explore some vintage appliances with unique features you would love to have in your home today. 1. Mary Tyler Moore’s Chef’s Kitchen … Read more
The 1970s had some seriously great music! With Marvin Gaye’s soulful tunes and Carole King’s heartfelt lyrics, it’s a decade that’ll always stick in your mind. But out of all the joyful and uplifting tunes, a few stand-out tracks broke our hearts. Whether it was a simple love song with a devastatingly sad story or … 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
Are you ready to get festive and take a trip down memory lane? If so, you’re in for a treat! With the holidays just around the corner, now is the perfect time to dig up those classic retro Christmas TV specials from the ’60s, ’70s, and ’80s. Today, we’re focusing on the 1970s, which I … Read more
If there has ever been a fashion trend that needs to be brought back—now!—it’s the Hostess Dress. Popular from the 1930s through the 1970s, women wore Hostess Dresses (also called a Hostess Gown) at their dinner parties to indicate that this party was a swanky affair, but also relaxed because it was being held at … 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
