Commercials and Reviews

About Commercials and Reviews

A podcast about Commercials and reviews on products.

Publisher

Gail Nobles

Category

society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

16 Oct 2017

Latest episode

22 Jun 2026

Latest episodes

12 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   22 Jun 2026

   Aretha Franklin & Ray Charles - Coke Commercial 6.22.’26 5.41 PM

   Story by: Gail Nobles Keyboardist: Gail Nobles Voices by: Gail Nobles Photos: Wikipedia Public Domain Aretha Franklin and Ray Charles teamed up for a Coca-Cola commercial back in the mid-1960s. This was during a time when the famous slogan "Things Go Better with Coke" was making waves across America. Although this partnership happened before my time, it shows how Coca-Cola brought iconic artists together to create something special. They didn't just use a simple jingle; instead, they transformed it into unique tracks that highlighted each artist's incredible style. This creative approach helped make their ads memorable on both television and radio, blending pop and soul in a way we still appreciate today. It's a reminder of how advertising can create powerful connections with music and culture. I'm Gail Nobles & you're listening to Commercials & Reviews. Thank you for listening. Commercials & Reviews

2. 

   12 Apr 2026

   Swan Silvertones - Dr. Pepper 4:12:26 12.39 PM

   Intro by Gail Nobles Story by Gail Nobles Photo by Spotify Promo Card Hello I'm Gail Nobles & you're listening to Commercials & Reviews. Today's topic is The Swan Silvertones: Gospel Legends Bring Joy to Dr. Pepper. In a delightful surprise from the 1970s or 1980s, the famous gospel group The Swan Silvertones recorded a lively and soulful jingle for Dr. Pepper. Known for their beautiful harmonies, the group added a unique flair to the idea of what a soft drink commercial could be. The jingle captures the essence of Dr. Pepper, describing it as not just any soft drink, but rather a refreshing choice that offers "life flavor, a little style, and poetry." With their rich gospel sound, the performance showcases the group's impressive vocal skills and instrumentals, making the advertisement not just a promotion, but a celebratory tune. The lyrics of the jingle speak to the individuality of life, reminding us that while "this old world keeps turning," everyone has their own song to sing. The catchy line, "Dr. Pepper gives life flavor," perfectly ties the message back to the drink itself, suggesting that Dr. Pepper can add a little extra joy to everyday life. This commercial was part of a broader campaign where various artists performed the jingle for Dr. Pepper, famously called the "most original soft drink in the world." Given the time, it was uncommon to see a gospel group like The Swan Silvertones in a commercial for a soft drink, as R&B singers typically dominated this space. Their involvement brought a fresh perspective and highlighted the versatility and appeal of gospel music to a broader audience. In today's world, such unexpected collaborations remind us of the joy music can bring, no matter its genre. The Swan Silvertones' jingle still serves as a  reminder of how art, in all its forms, can connect with our everyday experiences—even a simple can of soda. Commercials & Reviews

3. 

   7 Sept 2025

   The Enchanting Mystery of POW 9:7:25 2.30 PM

   The Enchanting Mystery of POW A Forgotten Elf in Rice Krispies History Photo: Wikipedia Public Domain Music By: Gail Nobles Hello, I'm Gail Nobles, and today we’re diving into a delightful little slice of cereal history that might just tickle your memory! Back in 1928, Kellogg’s Rice Krispies made their grand entrance onto store shelves. It wasn’t long before they introduced us to their cheerful trio of elves: Snap, Crackle, and Pop. You remember them, don’t you? Those iconic little figures who made breakfast feel just a bit more magical. Let’s take a charming walk down memory lane together. Back in the 1970s, I had four delightful little dolls that bore a striking resemblance to Snap, Crackle, and Pop. But there were 4 dolls. Now, I can't say for sure if they were indeed those beloved characters, but they certainly had their distinctive features, complete with adorable white elf hats. I considered them as Snap, Crackle, and Pop when I was a child. What a playful time that was! One, sadly, over time, he vanished—lost to the ages, like so many childhood treasures. But every time I watched those catchy commercials, I couldn't help but notice something curious. I turned to my mom and said, “Why are there only three elves on the Rice Krispie Commercials ?” To my surprise, she replied, “I think I remember a fourth one from way back when.” And she was right! In the cereal’s rich history, there was indeed a fourth elf named Pow. He made his first appearance in a commercial in 1954, zooming around in a helicopter, a cheerful addition to the trio. But just like that, after only two commercials, Pow seemed to disappear into thin air—never to be seen or heard  again. It's as though he flew off on a sugary adventure of his own! So, while we enjoy our crunchy Rice Krispies today, let's also take a moment to remember the enchanting little stories that come with them—like the playful mystery of Pow, the elf who briefly joined the ranks of Snap, Crackle, and Pop, and then vanished back into cereal lore. Isn’t it fun to think about all those little details that make our favorite breakfasts so much more than just food? Happy crunching! You’re listening to Commercials & Reviews. I’m your host, Gail Nobles. Commercials & Reviews

4. 

   14 Nov 2024

   Gladys Knight - KFC 11:14:24 1.26 PM

   Photo: Wikipedia Public Domain Keyboardist: Gail Nobles Story by: Gail Nobles Gladys Knight was in a Kentucky fried chicken classic radio ad in the 1980s. Gladys Knight's mom, Gladys, and Bubba starred in the commercial. They were talking about an amateur contest. So today we’re digging into something finger licking good. We’re talking about Kentucky Fried Chicken with flavor takes flight like a classic tune. We’ve got the superstar, the one and only Gladys Knight a lady who knows how to deliver a soulful sound just like KFC delivers those crispy golden bites of happiness. That’s the magic of KFC. KFC makes every treat yourself to a feast that’s as unforgettable as Gladys Knight greatest hits. Gladys Knight soulful vocals helped to create a strong association between her music and the brain. The ad was part of KFC‘s broader marketing efforts during that time aiming to appeal to a wide audience and enhance the brand image. Knight recorded hits through the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s with her family group Gladys Knight & the Pips, which included her brother Merald "Bubba" Knight and cousins William Guest and Edward Patten. Their collaboration represents a beautiful blend of flavor for KFC. proving that great music and great food truly have the power to bring people together. I’m Gail Nobles. Thank you for listening to Commercials and Reviews .

5. 

   14 Jun 2024

   The Four Tops - Velveeta 6:13:24 9.53 PM

   Intro by: Gail Nobles Ladies and gentlemen, today's topic is about the Four Tops Velveeta Shells and Cheese commercial. You remember the song by the Four Tops titled It’s The Same Old Song. It was recorded for the Motown label. The song was released in 1965 as the second single from their second album. The song is today one of the top signatures and was reportedly from initial concept to commercial release in 24 hours. It reached number five on the billboard hot 100 and number two on the billboard R&B chart. it also reached number 34 in the UK. The group appeared in a Velveeta Shells and Cheese commercial where they spoofed  It's The Same Old Song with something called It's Not The Same Old Side. This commercial features the group performing and outfits of blue and yellow to match the colors of the Velveeta ashells and Cheese box. Commercials like that are enjoyable to watch doing commercial breaks. It's nice hearing a Motown hit in a commercial. The Four Tops for Velveeta It's Not The Same Old Side was made in February 1996 according to YouTube videos. You’re listening to Commercial & Reviews. I’m your host, Gail Nobles.

6. 

   13 Apr 2024

   The J5 Alpha-Bits Commercials 4:13:24 7.12 PM

   Intro music by: Gail Nobles Story by: Gail Nobles Cover Art by: Gail Nobles See J5 Box Cereal Record (https://flic.kr/p/5P3xvz) Michael Jackson and the Jackson 5 starred in a series of Alpha-Bits musical TV commercials in 1973 through 1974. In those commercials, they advertise prizes that came from the cereal box like five different Jackson 5 records. One free on each specially mark box. ABC was the Jackson five hit record you got free on Alpha-Bits and Frosted Rice Krinkles. The record was printed on the back of the cereal boxes. It listed five songs. number one - ABC, number two - I Want You Back, number three - I'll Bet You, number four - Darling Dear, and number five - Maybe Tomorrow. I don't remember any of those classic box records. I was probably a baby then. But I do remember collecting a Jackson 5 poster or booklet from the cereal box. It was so long ago. The Jackson 5 had  on yellow basketball outfits, but I missed the records. Those little simple things like getting a small record with your breakfast I know must have meant so much. Those cereal box records were Jackson 5 Flexi Disc. They looked like cardboard with a photo of a record and the Jackson 5. I've I've seen pictures of one placed on a record player. On the back on the box, you cut the record out on the dotted line. The Jackson 5 advertised the cereal box records singing their hit song ABC for the alphabet cereal commercial. But that was just one of the cereal  commercials. They have done other alphabets commercials singing other songs like  I got A look at my B going to eat my Alpha-Bits and XYZ. There were other cereal box prizes in their commercials too like posters, and there was an invicible inkpen. Whenever you saw a cereal commercial advertising cereal box prizes like the Jackson 5, you had to go out and buy that box of cereal. Those were the best childhood days. I'm Gail Nobles. Thank you for listening to Commercials and Reviews.

7. 

   2 Dec 2023

   Animated Cap’n Crunch 12:1:23 9.51 PM

   1960s Cap'n Crunch Commercials by: Quaker Oats Download from: Archive.org (https://archive.org/details/CapnCrunchCereal1960s-70s/1965+Cap) Usage: Public Domain 1964 Cap'n Crunch Breakfast on the Guppy 1965 Cap'n Crunch Meets Robinson Crusoe

8. 

   2 Dec 2023

   Cap’n Crunch 12:1:23 9.19 PM

   Coming up next is some Cap’n Crunch cartoon commercials. Cap’n Crunch is a corn and oat breakfast cereal manufactured since 1963 by Quaker oats Company a subsidiary of PepsiCo since 2001. The character was created by Allan Burns, who became known for co-creating The Munsters and The Mary Tyler Moore Show.[10] The commercials themselves were originally produced by Jay Ward Productions. Quaker Oats had a marketing plan for Cap'n Crunch, before it had developed the cereal.[8] The product line is heralded by a cartoon mascot named Cap'n Crunch.[11] Cap'n Crunch is depicted as a late 18th-century naval captain, an elderly gentleman with white eyebrows and a white moustache, who wears a Revolutionary-style naval uniform: a bicorne hat emblazoned with a "C" and a gold-epauletted blue coat with gold bars on the sleeves. The animated television commercials featured the adventures of Cap'n Crunch commanding the "good ship" Guppy on its sea voyages accompanied by his canine first mate Seadog and loyal crew of sailor children named Alfie, Dave, Brunhilde, and Carlyle. Jean LaFoote, "The Barefoot Pirate", often attacked the Guppy in order to steal its cargo of Cap'n Crunch cereal. So coming up next I'll be sharing some of the animated television Cap’n Crunch commercials.

9. 

   22 Sept 2023

   The Best of Cereal 9:22:23 6.09 PM

   Photo: John Squires Usage: Wikipedia CC BY-SA 4.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0) Things are changing today. We hear about things in the news that we didn't have to worry about in the old days. Today when we watch the news and see headlines, we might see and hear unpleasant things like “slow death of sugar for breakfast.” You might hear talk of companies changing or just going completely out of business. If it was that way for cereal in the old days, we didn't notice. Back in the 70s, cereal didn't cost you five dollars. Cereal wasn't even in the dollar range. It was in the cent range. I used to love watching the cereal character cartoons on television. Watching cartoon cereal commercials was just like watching Saturday morning cartoons. The only difference was the commercials were not as long as the regular cartoons. Let’s talk about all of the monster cereals. The monster cereals are a line of breakfast cereals produced by General Mills Corporation in North America. The line was introduced in 1971 and, at various times, has included five brands, each featuring a cartoon version of a classic movie monster: Count Chocula, Franken Berry, and Boo Berry (all produced seasonally from September 1 to October 31), as well as Frute Brute and Fruity Yummy Mummy (both discontinued, except for limited productions) with a sixth character Carmella Creeper introduced in 2023. As of late 2010, information such as nutrition data and historical facts can still be found on the official General Mills website at all times of the year. In August 2013, General Mills released all five monster cereals for purchase during the Halloween season. Both Fruit Brute, which was being released for the first time in 31 years, and Fruity Yummy Mummy, which was being released for the first time in 21 years, received updated packaging like the other cereals, and the Fruit Brute variant was renamed Frute Brute. Until the early 1980s, the monster cereals were also known for their wide variety of both in-pack and mail-away cereal premiums. Many items, such as posters, stickers, paint sets, speedster cars, parachutes, and even vinyl advertising figures, were produced.[20] In 1979, three flexi-discs were made available via cereal boxes: "The Monsters Go Disco", "Count Chocula Goes to Hollywood" and "Monster Adventures in Outer Space." As a kid growing up, buying cereal was like buying a present to me. I couldn't wait to tear open a box of cereal just to find the prize. The prize wasn't always something I could find in the box right away. It was found as the cereal got low in the box. I'm Gail Nobles, and you're listening to Commercials and Reviews. Today’s topic is The Best of Cereal. This is part one. I'll be back with more of today's topic: The Best of Cereal.

10. 

    25 Mar 2022

    My Potassium 3:25:22 5.12 PM

    Hi! I’m Gail Nobles. Have you tried the Bolthouse Farms Strawberry Banana Smoothie? Back in the past, my doctor told me my potassium was low, and I’m not a big fruit lover. So I started buying the strawberry banana smoothie. When I went back to my doctor, my potassium went back to normal. It’s all natural fruit. In the bottle, there are 19 strawberries, 1 banana, 1 1/2 apples. There is 390mg of potassium, 120% of vitamin C, and 4% calcium. The banana and strawberries and apples are all blended together. It’s a great tasting smoothie. So if your potassium is low, and if you don’t like bananas, try the Bolthouse Farms Strawberry Banana Smoothie. You can buy a bottle from Walgreens, Foodlion, or Walmart. I’m Gail Nobles. Today’s topic: My Potassium and the Bolthouse Smoothie.

11. 

    1 Apr 2021

    The Trouble With Riding Lawn Mowers - 4:1:21, 12.17 PM

    Story by: Gail Nobles Lawn mower effect: Mike Koenig Usage: Attribution 3.0 - Soundbible.com Photo: Image by Christer Andreasson from Pixabay Usage: https://pixabay.com/photos/snow-lawn-lawn-mowers-riding-mower-571471/ (https://pixabay.com/photos/snow-lawn-lawn-mowers-riding-mower-571471/) The Trouble With Riding Lawn Mowers Hi, I’m Gail Nobles. It’s Spring again & you know what it’s time to do. It’s time to start the lawn mowers to cut grass, and the thing you may hate most is getting the lawn mower to start. That’s what I hate most about riding lawn mowers. With the riding lawn mower I have, it does no good to get out in the cold to keep it started. It’s hard to start, and you have to keep it charged up. If it just doesn’t start, you have to get someone to come out and check it, get someone to pick it up, and take it to the shop. After that you have to get someone to bring it back. Once you have your riding lawn mower back, you hope that it will at least last you the whole summer without the belt coming a loose, getting a flat tire; or needing a new battery. Someone mentioned to me that I should unhook the batter in the winter. That might work, but I haven’t had a chance to try that. My riding lawn mower is sitting in the shed because I need to get a new part for it. I’ve had my lawn mower for several years, and the last time I got a new one, it still didn’t work. I’m thinking that the part I need is out of date, and I might have to get a whole new lawn mower. Right now, I’m happy with my push lawn mower. I don’t have to worry about it getting started after the winter, and I don’t have to wait to get the job done. I just want to say to all of you that have a riding lawn mower good luck on getting it started.

12. 

    16 Oct 2017

    Round-Up Grass Killer

    By: Gail Nobles Mower and Trimmer sounds by: http://www.freesfx.co.uk (http://www.freesfx.co.uk) Round Up is the best thing that you can use with no a weed eater....

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