The Michael Knowles Show

The WORST Pride Month Commercials ... So Far

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Jun 7, 2025
Get ready for a wild ride through the most outrageous Pride Month ads. Companies demonstrate an impressive talent for missing the mark, with cringe-worthy commercials that push the boundaries of authenticity. Marvel at the Seattle Mariners' attempts to embrace LGBTQ+ identities, which contrast nostalgically with their late owner's values. The scrutiny of these corporate virtue signals reveals a mix of disdain and absurdity, as brands compete for the title of the worst campaign. Buckle up for a humorous critique of modern marketing gone awry!
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Pride Month Losing Steam

  • Pride Month support by companies is fading but not gone, with some corporations still promoting pride actively.
  • Baseball, as a traditionally conservative sport, is ironically targeted by LGBT-themed Pride ads, which clash with its usual audience.
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Children's Shows Promote LGBTQ

  • Sesame Street, a publicly funded children's show, promotes LGBTQ themes for very young kids.
  • This raises concerns about taxpayer money supporting the promotion of what is considered abnormal sexual content to preschool children.
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Apple's Subtle Pride Ads

  • Apple’s Pride campaign is subtle and avoids overtly colorful or sexual imagery.
  • This suggests Apple knows overt pride ads are losing favor and opts for minimal acknowledgment instead.
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