Retro Ad Review

Retro Ad Review

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Retro Ad Review is a podcast where we explore nostalgic commercials from the 70s, 80s, 90s, and 00s. We go into the details behind your favorite commercials, from the story of their creation to their impact (or lack thereof). Coke, McDonald's, Nike...we cover them all. So, if you like watching the ads more than you like watching the Superbowl, have a listen! Don't forget to follow us on our Instagram and Facebook: @retroadreview

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Mar 30, 2026

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Episodes

I Want Meow Mix! : Cat Food Commercials 08.12.2020

Meow! If you're a cat lover, then you'll love this episode! We look at cat food commercials including Meow Mix, Whiskas, and Temptations. Bonus: We breakdown a sentence fully made up of ONE word. Listen now!

Getting to Know the Little Lad: Truly Weird Commercials 30.11.2020

These commercials are wEirD! From Starburst's Little Lad to The Burger King to the very strange Mr. Delicious from Rax, we've got some oddball commercials for you weirdos.

Halloween II: The Revenge 19.10.2020

It's the spooky season as they say! And we're getting into it by exploring a few scary commercials. We've got McNuggets, Count Chocula, and Creepy Crawlers. Tune in and let us know you favorite Halloween commercial!

Skinner Likes Dog Food: Dog Food Commercials 16.10.2020

Sorry, this isn't a Simpsons episode. It's actually about dog food. Can you believe there are classic commercials about dog food? We explore Mighty Dog, Kibbles and Bits, and Beggin' Strips. Woof!

It's Time to Get (Mr.) Clean: Cleaning Product Commercials 30.09.2020

No one likes housework but we all gotta do it. Rather than cracking open that bottle of Pine-Sol, put on the headphones and have a listen as we go through the biggest hits of cleaning products, from Mr. Clean to Swiffer.

Go to School Whether You Like It or Not: Back to School Commercials 15.09.2020

It's back to school time, the worst time of the year! We check out what Walmart, McDonald's, and Frosted Flakes had to say about the kids going back to their desks.

Kids, Don't Do Drugs: The Best Drug PSAs 14.08.2020

As society crumbles around us, we look back to a simpler time when Don't Do Drugs ads saved us from the brink of a drug fueled nightmare world. Join us as we watch Lou Albano and Peewee Herman tell us not to "cwack cocaine."

I'm Billy Mays for Retro Ad Review 15.06.2020

Do you spill juice on a consistent basis? Did someone saw your speedboat in half? Then have I got the product for you! This episode covers your favorite pitchmen, from Billy Mays to the Shamwow guy. Crack open the OxiClean and listen up.

Old People Need Products, Too! : Ads for Old People 08.06.2020

Help! I've fallen and I can't get up! So we're looking at products or commercials that feature the elderly. Life Alert, Wendy's, and that beast of transport: the Hoveround. Listen to your elders and get into this episode.

Ch-ch-chia Crap: Crappy Gift Commercials 03.02.2020

We're back! And today we're looking at crappy gifts that you get for people. From Chia Pets to the Clapper to the all-encompassing Snuggie, we explain why they're so great and terrible at the same time. Follow @retroadreview

Cereal Commercials: Part of a Balanced Breakfast 16.09.2019

Do you love cereal? Then this episode is for you! We look at the rappin' Fruity Pebbles, Tony the Tiger's Frosted Flakes, and the limited time only Nintendo Cereal (circa 1989). Grab and bowl and listen.

When you're at Olive Garden, you're FAMILY 11.09.2019

On this episode, we look at dine-in restaurants! From the classy Olive Garden through to the mighty Sizzler and down to the humble Denny's. If there's one thing this episode will make you feel, it's hungry. **We had some mic issues, so forgive us for that this time!**

She's Barbie! 19.08.2019

We dedicate this episode to the ever-lasting Barbie. She's come in many forms (most of them blonde and skinny), so we're only looking at a few of her incarnations this week. Join us as we check out rappin' Barbie, 3 ft tall My Size Barbie, and Barbie's 1997 dog Ginger. 

We're Getting Juiced 16.07.2019

This week, we dive into the sweet cool waters of artificial juices. Which of the juicy giants is the best: Capri Sun, Kool-Aid, or Hi-C (Ecto Cooler)? Listen in and we'll tell you!

Pizza Party! 25.06.2019

Do you remember Pizza Head? What about that Ninja Turtles Pizza Hut commercial? This week, we check out some classic pizza pie ads. Cowabunga!

There's More to McDonald's than Ronald 27.05.2019

This week, we look at McDonald's and a portion of its HUGE selection of characters. Find out how Grimace got started, sing along with Mac Tonight, and puzzle at Iam Hungry (a pointless 90s character). 

Grownups Can Still Play Kids Games 29.04.2019

On this episode,  we awkwardly discuss Mr. Bucket's innuendo-filled jingle, jump along with Skip It!, and get blown away by Crossfire's post-apocalyptic wasteland. It's time to look at classic kids' games from the '80s and '90s! 

Pepsi Will Give You a Sugar Rush 31.03.2019

Are you a Coke or Pepsi person? Why not park the feud and talk about a few of Pepsi's biggest commercials! We've got Bob Dole, Cindy Crawford, and the infamous Crystal Pepsi. Listen to us right here, right now with Podcoin.

Let's eat Lunchables! 18.03.2019

From the classic bologna and cracker combo to the coveted pizza to the weird kabobbles, take a ride on the Lunchables train! We look at ads from the 1992, 1995, and something in the 2000s. While you may not eat them anymore, don't you think it's about time to reminisce? 

Only Slackers Play Video Games 11.03.2019

On this episode, we explore the wide world of video games. We cover Nintendo, Game.com, and Dreamcast. If you think video games can be weird, check out the commercials.

Call Collect to Save Money on Long Distance! 04.03.2019

Do you like saving money on your landline bill? Then 10-10-321 might be the service for you! In this episode, we look at 10-10-321 commercials featuring Hulk Hogan, Alf, John Lithgow, and John Stamos. 

The Unexpected Guest 25.02.2019

No, we're not venturing into mystery novels. Today's episode looks at unexpected guests in a commercial. Meet Andre the Giant, Robert Loggia, and a kid as they interrupt people's breakfasts!

A Walk Down Geico Memory Lane 18.02.2019

We're back with a podcast about GEICO. We were inspired by the recent weird "vote for your favorite GEICO commerical" and decided to dedicate an episode to it. Featuring the GEICO gecko, those hideous cavemen, and that awful Maxwell the pig.

Michael Jordan Sells Out 11.02.2019

 In this, episode of Retro Ad Review we talk Michael Jordan and cover a few of his many many many commercials. The man was ubiquitous.

Cyber Monday Bonanza 26.11.2018

It's Cyber Monday! We've dedicated today's podcast to all things electronic. This episode features an Apple ad circa 1998, a Playstation 9 commercial (actually it's secretly for the PS2), and an awful Sony 3D TV one. If you can't afford anything this Cyber Monday, just listen to old things you might have wanted.

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