The Real Mad Men of Advertising(2017)
Overview
Follow the evolution of advertising from the 1950s through the 1980s, via interviews with the industry's top ad executives, and through classic ads and commercials.
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4 episodes • 2017
Season 1
4 episodes • 2017
| # | Episode | Air Date | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The 1950s | Jan 8, 2017 | 0.0 |
| 2 | The 1960s | Jan 15, 2017 | 0.0 |
| 3 | The 1970s | Jan 22, 2017 | 0.0 |
| 4 | The 1980s | Jan 30, 2017 | 0.0 |
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