Progressive Replay Commercial with Kid ‘n Play – 90s Nostalgia

Progressive has a thing going with their “What Really Happened Replay.” I’ve caught myself thinking about a replay and preparing to drop a red flag when things don’t go my way. It’s just so fun to challenge things, even with the risk of losing a timeout! Can I get an amen? Progressive taps into 90s nostalgia with one of their latest commercials. It features rap duo Kid ‘n Play.

I Love Rap Music. I was around 13 yrs old when Kid ‘n Play was popular (late 80s, early 90s). But I was mostly listening to DCTalk and adult contemporary hits (don’t judge me!) so I don’t get that nostalgic feeling with this commercial. If they ever bring in this 80s icon who also happens to be my first crush as a spokeswoman, I’m all ears! But I still love Progressive bringing back the pair of hip hop stars for a ‘play’ful commercial. I also like the subtle nod to Kid’s hair from back in the day, as shown in the lawn sculpture.

Going, Going, Von! Von Miller’s in the ad, too. A little random but a little random goes a long way sometimes. Especially since Von, alongside is NFL teammate Stefon Diggs, star in another Progressive ad featuring gold suits.

Does this Kid ‘n Play commercial activate the endorphins in your body like Progressive hopes it will? Chime in below!

-Out of the Wilderness

Will Gavin Newsom run for President?

The short answer to the question is: Just when you think things can’t get any worse, they do. So of course Newsom is going to run. But will it be 2024 or 2028? The current presidency is going greeeaaaaat — Joe Biden is crumbling mentally and physically, followed closely by his cratering approval ratings. The only hope for the Democrats is… anyone else.

Seriously, anyone else. Sometimes when a professional athlete who gets paid millions and millions turns out to be a dud, I joke that I could lose games for half the income the athlete’s being paid. With Joe Biden, I could wreck the country less than he has and I have no government experience at all (except that time I helped get speed bumps in the neighborhood, you’re welcome Nashville).

To be perfectly honest, I hope Biden stays as the nominee because almost any breathing creature could out maneuver, fluster, and embarrass him in a debate. Kind of like when contestants on Survivor, Big Brother, or any reality competition show want to eliminate the biggest threats. Keep the weak ones around so your path to winning is easier. So it is with Joe Biden. It’s not because of his age. It’s not because the “party of diversity” nominated an old, racist white man. It’s because his level of mental acuteness is somewhere between a pine tree, a bar of soap, and the number 7. Anyone with common sense can see he’s half the man he was just a few years ago. Once Democrats stop fooling around, they’ll have a real nominee.

Enter Gavin Newsom. Michelle Obama. Hillary Clinton. Kamala Harris. Such a wide array of nightmares to take over for the current disaster occupying the White House.

-Out of the Wilderness

Chevrolet’s Gay Holiday Commercial – The Music, The Suburban, and More

Chevrolet has a sweet, new commercial that is as gay (happy) as it is sad (not gay). It was shot (🎥 not 🔫) in Detroit, the 🔫 capital of the world. All types of shooting aside, the commercial will, in fact, draw liquid from your face (tears, most likely, unless you’re drooling from all the holiday food they’re cooking). Before I use too many parentheses, check out the commercial (then scroll down for more).

You can fit a full basketball team in that behemoth of an SUV. I love the three rows of seats in the 1971 (or is it a ’72?) Suburban. So many windows, too, that no matter where you sit you’re bound to have some sunshine on your shoulders. Oh, that’s also the song in the ad. “Sunshine On My Shoulders” by John Denver from back in ’71 (or was it ’73?)…

What a great commercial from Chevy. This isn’t the first tear-jerker they’ve had, though. Remember this one from a couple of years ago? Cars definitely hold sentimental value, or at least they can. It’s clear this old Suburban sparks the memory of grandma and stirs the hearts of her entire family that day. It’s so gay.

-Out of the Wilderness

Hobby Lobby Christmas Commercial – A Mature Son and a Hot Mom

It’s kind of predictable that we’re seeing a lot of Christmas commercials since we’re now only weeks away from the biggest holiday of the year. Of course, they’ve been airing Christmas ads since October but that’s neither here nor there. The point is that there’s only one more holiday till 2023 is over. I’m still trying to figure out my goals for 2023. 🥴 By this time next year, I should have a general idea… and then I’ll get started on knocking out my 2023 resolutions! I promise I’m not lazy. Just like the kid in this Hobby Lobby commercial. He’s not lazy, he’s just unmotivated.

He’s growing up right before our eyes, isn’t he? In a glimpse of maturity, the boy extends a great amount of generosity towards his mother-I’d-like-to-date (MILD). He sells his gaming gear and we can infer that he goes to Hobby Lobby to buy holiday decorations. By the time is hot mom returns home, the house is a festive oasis of joy. Good job, kid.

Seriously, though. This is a sweet commercial from Hobby Lobby. The son shows a moment of maturity, selflessness, and it doesn’t go unnoticed by his mother. She might not remember the gift he wrapped for her, the ornaments on the tree, or the snow that year, but she’ll remember her son becoming a good man. But if he only did this because he thought Santa was watching, I’m gonna be ticked right off!

Merry Christmas…

-Out of the Wilderness

The Amazon Bluetooth Speaker Llama Commercial – The Song, the Fatso, and More

Leave it to Amazon to have a quirky llama that’s “part dancer, part prancer” in a new ad for Cyber Monday. They’re advertising a bluetooth speaker in this one, a device that would boost the sound of the cool song in this Christmas remix Amazon commercial. Take a look then scroll down for more info…

The full-length commercial gives the story more context (watch it here) but those llamas are definitely getting in the groove with a song from 1958. It’s performed by 12-year-old Augie Rios. Here’s “Dondé Esta Santa Claus?”

The record with this song on it also included another song by Augie Rios. Something tells me Amazon picked the right song, as this one is a little more judgmental towards Santa’s weight. Here’s “Ol’ Fatso”…

If you’re looking for a couple of great gift ideas for kids in your life, check out the Amazon listings of my books, Big and Small, God Made Them All and The Brave Bamboo. Your kiddos will love them!

-Out of the Wilderness