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The 1950s

The 1950s

Episode number: 1

Overview: See how ad campaigns from the '50s launched new American traditions and the promise of a bright tomorrow

The 1960s

The 1960s

Episode number: 2

Overview: Examine '60s ad men and women and how they used wit and irony to reach a new audience, consequently revolutionizing the industry.

The 1970s

The 1970s

Episode number: 3

Overview: See how stricter rules and public mistrust inspired 1970s advertisers to create some of history's greatest campaigns.

The 1980s

The 1980s

Episode number: 4

Overview: See how advertisers used a new optimism and new technology to sell big in the "Greed is Good" era.