Debut Commercials
From Under the Influence with Terry O'Reilly by Apostrophe Podcast Network
May 9, 2026 · 28 min · Season 15 · Episode 18
About this episode
The episode explores the very first commercials ever produced for various famous products and companies.
This week, we take a look at marketing firsts. Specifically, the very first commercials ever produced for famous products and companies. From the debut of the Jolly Green Giant, to the first AIDS PSAs, to the very first pharmaceutical ad, all the way to the first iPhone commercial, we say hello to these products and issues for the very first time. We know you want to listen to all the ads in this show. On the off-chance you don’t , subscribe ad-free here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
People in this episode
Host: Terry O'Reilly
Topics covered
- marketing history
- first commercials
- advertising
- product launches
- cultural impact
Keywords
- first commercials
- advertising history
- Jolly Green Giant
- AIDS PSAs
- iPhone commercial
Mentioned in this episode
Products: Jolly Green Giant, iPhone
Books & works: first pharmaceutical ad
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