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U.S. Department of Energy - Energy Ant - "Cinderella Disco Ball" (PSA, 1979)

Views: 1328

Here's an animated public service announcement from the U.S. Department of Energy featuring Energy Ant (presumably on assignment) reporting from the Cinderella Disco Ball.

"Once upon a time, we thought America had all the energy we could ever need..." God, the late-seventies were depressing sometimes. ;-)

"The Difference You Make - Makes All The Difference"

This aired on local Chicago TV on Thursday, December 13th 1979.

American Dental Association - "Mike the Polar Bear" (PSA, 1981)

Views: 1334

Here is another animated public service announcement from the American Dental Association. This one warns against eating too many sweets like Mike the Polar Bear at the zoo. (hey, how about telling the kids not to throw food to the animals too while we're at it?) ;-)

These were created by Rick Reinert Productions, who also did the opening for the ABC Weekend Special and Afterschool Specials.

This aired on local Chicago TV Sunday, December 20th 1981.

National Safety Council - "Detecting Gas Leaks" With John Cusack (PSA, 1977)

Views: 6892

Here's a public service announcement from the National Safety Council about teaching your kids to detect gas leaks. Featuring a cover version of "Teach Your Children" by Crosby, Stills and Nash.

Well, what do you guys say: Is that a young John Cusack?

This aired on local Chicago TV on Sunday, April 17th 1977.

Keep America Beautiful - "Sparkle City" (Partial PSA, 1982?)

Views: 1361

Here's a partial public service announcement from Keep America Beautiful - "advertising contributed for the public good" - Advertising Council. Features an animated "Superman-like" character.

Even though this isn't complete I wanted to post it because someone had requested it.

This aired on local Chicago (or is it Cleveland - tape is weird) TV sometime likely in early 1982. (1971 Copyright. Wow - they kept this around for a long time!)

Copyright...

Youngster Safety Reminders With Frazier Thomas (PSA, 1980)

Views: 2832

Here's a public service announcement featuring Frazier Thomas (speaking from the set of Family Classics) reminding parents of youngsters to be careful out there - don't talk to strangers, come directly home from school, and look out for other anti-youngster elements.

"Youngster".

This aired on local Chicago TV on Saturday, April 12th 1980.

Committee For Energy Awareness - "American Energy For America's Economy" (1983)

Views: 1274

Here's a paid annoucement from the Committee for Energy Awareness, touting the importance of American sources of energy. Features a shot of the Braidwood Nuclear Plant (Braidwood Nuclear Generating Station).

Brought to you by the Committee for Energy Awareness (a committee of energy producers and users).

How would you classify this? It's not really a PSA - is it a political ad? Ad paid for by a special interest?

This aired on local Chicago TV on...

U.S. Department of Energy & Captain America - "Help Conserve Energy" (PSA, 1985)

Views: 3375

Here's a memorable energy conservation public service announcement (incomplete, and best quality available right now) from the U.S. Department of Energy featuring Captain America - encouraging kids to fight "The Thermal Thief", "The Wattage Waster", and "The Cold Air Crook" by practicing energy saving techniques.

"You're Doing a Super-Hero Job - Keep It Up, America!"

(Has a Copyright Date of 1980 at the end)

This aired on local Chicago TV on Thursd...

NBC Network - Betcha Don't Know - "Twins" (PSA, 1982)

Views: 4547

Here's a public service message (announcement) from NBC, in association with the CTW (Children's Television Workshop) - Betcha Don't Know. This one teaches about the different types of twins and features Erik Estrada.

These aired for awhile during commercial breaks on NBC's Saturday Morning Cartoons lineup.

This aired on local Chicago TV on Saturday, September 4th 1982.

U.S. Postal Service - "Good News" (PSA #2, 1981)

Views: 2529

Here is a shorter version of a Public Service Announcement from the United States Postal Service featuring Danielle Brisebois and her mother. In this spot they remind you to use the correct ZIP code.

The longer version can be seen here.

"Good News Travels Better in a Letter With The Right Zip."

This aired on local Chicago TV on Friday, January 23rd 1981.