Reacting to Pro LGBTQ+ Ads 🏳️‍🌈

[@SQUISHYCANDYGUT]

I came out to my mom on Sunday as transmasculine and my mom supports me lmao, but she can’t say the word right and instead says “transmobile”. I am now a transmobile.

[@FrozEnbyWolf150]

Robots in disguise.

[@randomnumber27]

tbh, this is the type of gendering I'd like to have

[@SarastistheSerpent]

That’s so cute lol

[@GeneralCalculus]

Googled "Transmobile" out of curiosity and first result was Romanian company that sells ammunition and mines. Assigned arms dealer by mom.

[@Alkim_gercek]

me when im transmobile

[@cuesee.psyche]

Btw, I've heard that some trans folks actually use Starbucks to try out their new name, to check if it feels right. So if you're not sure which one name to choose, trying them in Starbucks order might some way to solve it as you hear yourself being called with it with no commitnments.

[@Cosmic-Clod]

I read trans as trains for a moment 🧍

[@I_Like_SharksHamish]

That's so smart, I use hockey because we use nicknames Too bad starbucks DOESN'T EXIST IN MY STATE

[@TBG1]

Well, starbucks over here never got my name right 😔

[@Bunny_Bill]

That sounds very smart (unless you pick the name younger like I did). Definite trans life hack.

[@mazzy_ivy]

@@I_Like_SharksHamishhold up starbucks can just not exist?? thats illegal 😂

[@dietotaku]

I have a hunch that those were Santa Claus's glasses and that's why they were able to show her what everyone wanted for Christmas? The glasses case does say "S.C." inside...

[@nikkifennel]

And you can see his hand recovering them from the fireplace mantel at the end...

[@spiker.ortmann]

So, Santa was gifting her the pride of choosing the right presents or was he just being lazy and avoiding the effort of getting the presents himself? 🤔

[@TheEnmineer]

I believe this is what we call job outsourcing and unpaid labor. Really makes me take a new perspective on our jolly old home-intruder.

[@dietotaku]

@TheEnmineer 🤣 y'all are too much!

[@MillieBlackRose]

She stole from Santa she on the naughty list.

[@atropa7342]

The McDonald's one is unrealistic. The ice-cream machine would never work

[@roninrakehell]

And in the US, they won’t serve you on a skateboard in the drive-through

[@MillieBlackRose]

In The Click's voice "it was powered by the gay."

[@robertabarnhart6240]

That's right - it's for safety. It's too easy to get hit by a car going in the drive-thru.@@roninrakehell

[@Jykinturah]

I’ll admit, anything with parents reconciling with their trans kid will emotionally break me because I don’t really think it’s possible for me.

[@karenneill9109]

I’m so sorry to hear that. My son (19] is bi, and my daughter’s (14) best friend is trans. I can’t fathom being anything but supportive and loving towards my kids. I’m so very sorry that you didn’t have your parents support. It seems such folly to me that parents decide to make themselves and their children, their spouse, the whole family unhappy when there really isn’t any reason to be. I don’t know if it’s displaced fear, or inflexibility or what, but it’s so dumb. Life is so much better when you realize that when the people you love are happy, you’re happy! Some relationships should end, but if there was a non-toxic relationship before, keep the candle in the window, maybe one day things will change.

[@aggressivecatnamedtiny2462]

Me neither it's ok

[@malloryknox1637]

I'm so sorry to hear that my son ftm is such an amazing person I couldn't imagine not accepting you child for who they are or loving them less for some convoluted reason. Please know their are plenty of families out their who will love u with their whole heart and welcome u with open arms, sometimes we have to make our own families.❤ wishing you all the best❤

[@karenneill9109]

@@KrimsonKattYT it seem like they don’t quite understand, but they love you dearly. As long as people are starting from a place of love, they’ll get there. I highly recommend personal and family counselling, it will help you form a strong base for your adult relationships.

[@DrpshpdCatShirt]

im so so so sorry about that. but remember, you can choose your family, since found family counts as family :)

[@Sicanda]

I've been doing a lot of cleaning jobs for the past couple years, and I think sanitary bins in men's rooms are a huge win for everyone. For the transmascs, for guys who use incontinence pads, or for just anyone who wants to rid their pockets of random trash while they have a minute to spare. There has been a lot less littering on the floors and fewer clogged toilets ever since it's become a requirement to have at least one stall with a bin in every men's room.

[@electronics-girl]

I had never even known the sanitary bins existed until I started using women's restrooms last year.

[@kofipita]

im so confused, why are people talking about sanitary bins, isn't that a normal thing to have in a restroom?

[@electronics-girl]

@@kofipita At least where I live, men's restrooms have one or more large trash cans by the sink or by the door, primarily for paper towel waste. Women's restrooms have the same thing, but they *also* have a small trash receptacle in each stall. This is because you're not supposed to flush your pad/tampon down the toilet, but you probably also don't want to carry your bloody garbage out of the stall and dispose of it in the main trash can where everyone else in the restroom can see. As a non-uterus person, I had never really thought about that before, but once I saw it, it made a lot of sense.

[@Sicanda]

Yeah, it used to be the same here. It's a pretty new regulation to also have the small bins (or at least one) in the men's room. It's a small sign of acceptance or at least awareness of trans people which is nice to see by itself, but like I said, even cis men have started using them. They're just really convenient. :)

[@victai163]

also as someone with ibs i use a lot of toilet paper and id rather place any excess in the small stall bin instead of risking clogging a toilet

[@pincheguarito591]

Let's normalize treating people like people.👍

[@chuckie12inch]

no

[@tartarussauce2498]

yes

[@Blaumagier]

Today is the day *I* cried to a coffee ad. When I told *my* dad he responded by immediately misgendering me, so that one got me good.

[@thatcatthatalwayseatsyourchees]

Ouch poor you 😢

[@jamesnelson6656]

you aren't the only one. Happy pride💜🏳‍🌈🏳‍⚧

[@Kira-zm7vy]

I'm expecting something like that. Or to be laughed at and told I'm not trans. Or be told you can't do that by my mom, which is a common thing from childhood. For some perspective, I'm 42 and my parents are almost 70

[@evangeloevoxi]

I'm almost 30 and still in the closet. I'm afraid to tell my parents. I'm not afraid physically, but I am afraid mentally and emotionally. So idk if I will ever come out. I hope you know you have thousands of people who understand what you're going through. I hope you're doing okay 💜💙💚

[@h0t_pock3t]

Jfc all bigoted parents are the same huh? Always confuses me like crazy. Can't they just be loving?

[@cuesee.psyche]

17:30 This one touched me. Like he didn't openly tell her that he accepts her the way it is, but that small gesture with the name on coffee... It's sweet.

[@spiker.ortmann]

Looked to me that he is struggling with the situation but is making the effort anyway, like we all hope everyone will. He didn't said openly that he accepts his daughter and his face doesn't gives the impression either, but he used the new name regardless. ❤

[@IfdesHerzog]

I literally cried. DAMN IT

[@KiboSanti]

Right?! The subtle ones always hit me way harder than the overt ones. Today's the day I cried at a coffee advert 💖

[@joshuakelly9390]

She*

[@spiker.ortmann]

@@joshuakelly9390 ? Who are you trying to correct there? Because the father, who is the one we called "he", looks pretty manly to me... and wouldn't be having much trouble accepting her if he wasn't...

[@animeHEAT]

Jamie being a supportive spouse is what I needed today.

[@kooskoos1234]

i DEMAND more jamie + shaaba content BECAUSE THEYRE AWESOME and A VERY CUTE COUPLE, okay HAVE A GREAT DAY!

[@personne-fp6cr]

People who love their wives are the best, im a lesbian and if i choose to get married, i wont shut up about how much i love my wifr 🥰

[@disableddragonborn]

I don't like sports, but I am a huge fan of Charles Barkley. He's such a kind and accepting man. During the Bud Light drama, he was on stage at some event and said "I want you to drink this fucking beer. If you're gay, bless you. If you're transgender, bless you, if you've got a problem with that FUCK YOU."

[@YourQueerGreatAuntie]

Hope you're feeling better Jamie! Please *DO* read out the subtitles - I'm visually impaired, and I love when you describe the LGBallT cartoons. I'm gobsmacked that there was a sanitary bin in a men's toilet (in a good way!)! The number of accessible, non-gender-specific toilets I've been in without mirrors, sanitary towel / condom machines and even sanitary bins.

[@lynxlynx6685]

I agree: I would also love to hear the subtitles, although I should be able to read it. Some were very fast and I had to pick if I wanted to read the text or notice anything else, or pause and rewind a number of times to get it all. Yay for more inclusive toilets, bins for everyone!

[@toddashi]

We have free period products in both restrooms and plenty of single-person bathrooms (for any gender) in my office. :)

[@mazzy_ivy]

YEEEEES sanitary bins for the trans guys :D

[@spiker.ortmann]

Sooo, you are telling me the "advanced" countries don't put a sanitary bin in men's bathrooms? And they call us 3rd world... 🤦‍♂️

[@SamirCCat]

Yes, please read the subtitles out loud! I'm not visually impaired, but I have ADHD and I'm not an English native speaker, so I can't focus or read fast enough on my own. I always use subtitles for all my programmes, including the ones in my native language. It helps me focus and understand the content SO much better.

[@BlazeOSpark]

As others have said, SLC = Salt Lake City Utah, western USA. While Utah is home to many Mormons/LDS folks, SLC is becoming an ever-more queer friendly hub within the center of more conservative folks. I love that my city is making strides to improve life for the diverse members of the state.

[@Dealwithit-lg3mh]

Also from SLC

[@FreeTimeAdventures]

I hadn't heard that about SLC, that's awesome!

[@forktotheoeil]

i mean, our city definitely still has problems. idk if you heard about the transphobic movie showing at the U on wednesday but that was absolutely crazy. there was a big protest set up and a lot of police got involved

[@Dealwithit-lg3mh]

I don’t live in SLC proper so no I haven’t heard about that

[@Dealwithit-lg3mh]

I don’t live in SLC proper so no I haven’t heard about that

[@camerantherollermain]

oh _MAN._ that starbucks ad REALLY got to me. the warmth, love, and acceptance hit me right in the feels and brought out immediate tears. i wish every parent was like that.

[@MrHodoAstartes]

I think the least realistic part of the Starbucks commercial isn't the barrista not butchering the name. The least realistic part is that it didn't have them try to figure out their orders for five minutes just for him to fuck it up anyway because it's a string of twenty made-up brand terms you need to get 100% to get exactly what you wanted. You don't just say "coffee" and get what you want. Unlike pronouns, this is complicated.

[@one-onessadhalf3393]

I remember one day I was at Starbucks and I had to tell the barista my deadname because I was with my family, but it ended up coming out as a completely different name lol

[@ppleeatpple]

He already knew her order. Hence the "habits" being the same. Seems like he already has ordered it multiple times

[@jiminysnicket86]

You say "coffee" and get exactly what you want every time you order just coffee 😛

[@ferninthehouse]

same as any other coffee shop? if you walk into any coffee shop and ask for coffee theyre gonna ask you to be more specific

[@mxdearlove]

"Unlike pronouns, this is complicated." HAHAHHA as a former sbux barista, I can confirm this is the best part of your comment. I love it.

[@ryennechurch7427]

I live is a super rural conservative town. It’s hard to be queer because everything is over saturated with homophobia. Jamie’s videos are so sweet and provides a bit of escapism from this area. So thank you so much for your videos!! You’ve created such a supportive and kind community 💛💛💛

[@naomilangevin3944]

The stolen glasses belonged to Santa Claus. It's why it let her know what they wanted for Christmas. Santa grabs the glasses right at the very end.

[@inktheocto6223]

Bro, as soon as the woman walked in the shop (in the Starbucks ad), it is was a wave of understanding of the story. I immediately cried 😆😭

[@ravenesperanza]

Bombas is an excellent company - the whole thing is they give a matching gift of whatever you buy (pair of socks, underwear, etc.) to homeless shelters.

[@kaiyakershaw1028]

And they’re really good quality socks! They actually have a free replacement guarantee in case the dryer eats only one of the pair. How awesome is that?! I mean on top of the buy-one-give-one to shelters! They’re definitely worth the cost when you realize you’re buying 2x and because they last forever! I haven’t had any of them get holes and I’ve worn them for several years now.

[@kierstenburtz8442]

I did it. I cried at the coffee advert. I'll admit it.

[@JACEVER]

Me too

[@joshuakelly9390]

I cried because it was so pathetic.

[@seakermac5800]

LOL! Wat

[@bored.already]

i’ve changed my name and can confirm it’s trilling to say it in starbucks for the first time! we don’t have this coffee chain anymore, but the last time i went there the barista said my name reminded her of one existing animal shelter and charity - and that’s how i’ve found a cool charity project. funny enough, they’ve named their shelter after the very first dog they treated, and i’m happy she’s my namesake 💛

[@kiryanna]

I think we need both the big 'rainbows in your face all about the LGBT+ identity' type ads and the more subtle 'just us being people' type. I think the two kinds fill different needs for how we see ourselves represented and also for how others see us represented

[@FluffyFemboyVixx]

YESSSSS

[@rainkidwell2467]

100000% this

[@rainkidwell2467]

@@FluffyFemboyVixx see? We agree on this.

[@FluffyFemboyVixx]

@@rainkidwell2467 yeah? Why wouldn’t anyone want it??? Your statement before was wrong

[@rainkidwell2467]

@@FluffyFemboyVixx how was my statment wrong? Explain very clearly. I maintain that a statement of opinion cannot be wrong or right, it can only be an opinion. Maybe you can prove otherwise?

[@AugustMP]

For some reason the ads are the only place i feel happy with lgbtq related stuff

[@Mara-lj8uq]

Same. I think that's because with pride merch you have a lot more profit associated, they count on the sales and it can just be a relatively small compartment compared to their "regular" sold items. But with the ads, the companies actually make a (kind of) risky move to lose homo-/transphobic customers, it's more of a representation and signals change in society.

[@mc-rn8ro]

You’re only happy with LGBTQ+ representation when it’s in ads? Or you’re only happy with rainbow capitalism as it pertains to ads because those are an opportunity for visible acceptance of the LGBTQ+ community? Because those are two very different things, and I’m gonna need you to clarify.

[@Wolf-E-Romeo]

I semi-agree, my reason is changing with the more lgbtq+ inclusive shows we are getting now. Back in the day when shows/movies wanted to be inclusive, they were only able to show lgbtq+ in an over the too/negative types of ways. I.e. pron, getting beat up/murdered (broke back mountain/boys dont cry), not faithful/always messing around (The L Word- i like the show, but the rep is bad still.) And granted, we needed some of that to bust walls down to get where we are now, i feel like people still ONLY see the lgbtq+ like that. Which is why I like these new age commercials because they are forcing people to see that lgbtq+ are just "everyday" people. Not all lesbians are pron stars (yes im spelling it so auto whatever doesnt pick it up.) Not all gay guys are "weak", not all trans people are predators, ect. I feel that commercials are showing "The REAL lgbtq+" and I love it better than shows are able to portray.

[@rainndrops_goodvibes5257]

I see all the homophobes and transphobes, and they are just absolutely horrible and all they do is hurt people. But then I remember You, Thomas Sanders, Brandon Rogers, and many others and I feel happy again. You can't always get rid of hate, but you can always stop it from getting rid of the people you love. You make it easier to live. I've been supporting you for a while now.

[@steemcgee5150]

The ford one made me cry 😂😭 I'm a lesbian mechanic working in a very cishet male world so it was so nice to see some support in such an environment ❤

[@anonymousarmadillo9800]

Jamie and Shaaba always shouting out eachothers accomplishments is so cute 💛

[@McFlurry_juice]

Lately I’ve been noticing so many lgbtqia+ ads and I love it I live in Australia and they used to have no representation on tv other than shows but in ads now it’s like BOOM LESBIANS BOOM DRAG QUEEN BOOM F U HOMOPHOBIA AND TRANSPHOBIA HAHAHAHA but like my parents notice it in a bad way 😭

[@Kindyno]

The homophobes weren't mad about the North face or Levi thing because no one told them to be

[@j.apenrose7896]

I cried at the coffee ad. I hope my family will one day be like this

[@ruthgilliland4583]

The actor that voiced the Cheshire Cat also voiced Whinnie the Pooh, that probably why you got the two mixed up.

[@h0rn3d_h1st0r1an]

Jamie might not work for a postal service but he always delivers

[@Leena79]

It kinda annoys me, when ads get me tear up. I'm being brainwashed to buy a pick-up or a fancy flight, but I can't even be mad about it, because the ad is so sweet.

[@avalbaneesplanade5122]

I feel like the part where the starbucks ad said it 'wasnt intended to offend anyone' was apologizing for offending transphobes... which they don't deserve. Phobes are only as butthurt as they choose to be, so they don't deserve any apologies if anyone offends them.

[@animeartist888]

I feel like it was a little zing at them instead. Sounded almost sarcastic to me

[@slavishentity6705]

Yeah. You can never choose to stop receiving transphobia, but you can choose to stop dishing it out at any time.

[@shiho15]

I love Pattie Gonia! She's a queen that is all about enviroment issues, many of her outfits are made with recycled materials that are not good for use in hiking, and keeps being fabulous in nature ✨

[@Mi-Mi-Michelle]

Glad I'm not the only one who's cried because of the wholesome Starbucks ad

[@Auggie26]

Not me getting an ad about detransitioning on this video 😭 (a pragarU ad, I think Jamie covered another one of their ads in a “homophobic ads” video)

[@tyghe_bright]

Levi's is a long-time, authentic supporter of LGBT folks. I really loved their Pride designs this year, too. The "Radical Love" art and some items with subtle rainbow tabs instead of the usual red Levi's one.

[@CoLoJePa]

My favourite ad at the moment is the Lottery advert. It made me tear up the first time I watched it. It's just so adorable.

[@TempestuousInquiry]

Props for not crying at the Starbucks ad, I was sobbing 😭

[@iridescentstorm1378]

Thick socks 100%. Bombas is honestly amazing. Their stuff is comfy and high quality, and for every item sold, they donate a piece of clothing to a homeless shelter.

[@missnaomi613]

*Good, supportive husband! *I'm here ugly crying at the coffee commercial! My daughter (19) is currently living with her dad (long story) and he is not at all educated on trans issues, and is being difficult about her transitioning. *Wow, sanitary bins in the men's bathroom! That's great progress! *THICK SOCKS! 🧦 *🙏❤🏳‍🌈🏳‍⚧🟦

[@ABLovescrafting]

This was fantastic. Including Jamie being off, because we can always have an off day. Love it, do more LGBTIA+ Love stuff

[@AreYouNormalBass]

The North Face campaign was one of my favourites this year, loved the queen's performance. Very rare I find an ad entertaining in and of itself 🎉

[@TheMonarchofMonarchs933]

Been hurting over the lack of LGBT+ rep in media recently. Thanks for your video, Jamie.

[@MothCattuchini]

Seeing trans men being awesome makes me so HAPPY like when I came out I thought "NOOOO I'LL NEVER BE LOVED" If you're still at the "NOOOO I'LL NEVER BE LOVED" thing, don't worry. You'll be okay.

[@Morna777]

In the US "AA" has a very different meaning, but it actually works with "no stopping the real you" just as well.

[@aggressivecatnamedtiny2462]

I was outed to my parents as nonbinary/transmasc a couple months ago and they weren't very supportive at all and the rest of my family doesn't know for a really good reason but i came out to my grandma who lives another state away and she was the supportive family member i needed i have very supportive amazing friends/ chosen family tho as well these videos help me forget abt the bad things just for a moment like a 20 ish min breather very random but the starbucks one made me think of that.

[@jamesnelson6656]

Shaaba's release is on my Birthday! 💜💛 I don't think there are any homophobic hikers because they see it's natural and have touched grass

[@Sarcastic_Lemons]

Omg as a lesbian and a gender-fluid person I look forward to you and your videos😋 So do all of my friends. You helped me give my trans bestie the help he needs. Alex is and always now will be Alex. No matter how many times his family calls him “Kenzie”. I know, he knows, he is a he and should be treated respectfully as such. And no one can take that away ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@Mo-qb8zo]

Was he okay with you sharing his dead name online?

[@TCHorwood-xq7mw]

Say Hi to Alex for me.

[@laultimarebanada]

We are proud of Alex :)

[@John_Weiss]

​​@@Mo-qb8zoDon't be a concern-troll and stop with the white-knighting. The OP is being an ally to a friend, and you're _attacking them_ for not being 1000% perfect.

[@Mo-qb8zo]

@@John_Weiss I’m not a troll. I’d be pretty upset with my friend. Was a simple question.

[@JonahIronstone]

The AA bit was confusing for a moment-- over here, AA is Alcoholics Anonymous.

[@electronics-girl]

Yeah, I think their AA is like our AAA. But since they're not American, they don't have the first "A".

[@lucypreece7581]

I reallt like the more kind of subtle ads rhat have LGBTQ rep in them. Like the national lottery advert thatvshows the timeline of a love story for a gay couple and other ones like that. It really helps towards normalisation cus like queer people ar ejust like eveyone else. We use the same products as everyone else, we live ordinary lives like everyone else.

[@gdave53925_]

I am loving the longer videos so much. I am a fan of longer videos, because I have an attention span. Lol. Congratulations to Shaba! Xoxox

[@lizgudino5309]

I feel the Starbucks one so hard! It feels so good to see my name on the sticker every time I go!

[@AlexTheForestCrow]

I literally cried at Starbucks one, it hit so hard, even though I've seen it before;-;

[@GenderIsAnIllusion]

Bruh, why did the starbucks one actually make me cry. Like I'm almost full on sobbing.

[@hawkeyescoffee6399]

Thin socks in summer, thick the rest of the year, but any time they have to be knee length. The Starbucks one with Arpita absolutely made me tear up...I just wish they made better coffee.

[@lauradevilder2447]

Just wanna drop by in the comments real quick to tell y'all about a Belgian coffee ad that also has really cool, kind of casual representation! It's called "Douwe Egberts, Something To Share" and it basically tells a quick story about a teenage girl who has her girlfriend over, but her dad comes home earlier than expected, so she tries to quickly hide her in her room (afraid of judgement from her father). Her father then texts her if they want some coffee, by which they both go downstairs (hereby the girl introducing her girlfriend) and then share a coffee and talk with her dad. It's honestly really cute and I just wanted to share it here real quick

[@pavatti]

ahhh Shaaba's song comes out on my birthday! what a lovely birthday gift!

[@aquariTerrible]

No socks!! Toe prisons. sandals and flip flops and shoeless all the way!! This is such a nice video ❤ there's a huge resurgence of transphobia in my area to the point I have avoided going out again, to a degree, so it is nice to see positivity ❤❤❤❤ Always love your videos

[@Towanie]

The starbucks one made me cry at work.

[@artheenbyrogue804]

This is insane timing, I'm recovering from a concussion, eye infection, cold, and cramps :/. Thanks Jamie for bringing positivity to our day! And these ads are all so wholesome and makes me happy for the representation:)

[@thetonywony_]

oh no, hope you get better! thanks to Jamie too for making my day a bit better -3-

[@artheenbyrogue804]

​@@thetonywony_thank you

[@one-onessadhalf3393]

Damn that’s rough, hope you feel better

[@artheenbyrogue804]

@@one-onessadhalf3393 fr, thank you :)

[@freddiefishton]

The day my Blåhaj arrives is that same day that Jamie uploads. Now life is getting good 💃

[@_StarlightRose_]

Praise be

[@electronics-girl]

Congrats on your Blåhaj! I've had mine for a couple months now, and she brings me so much joy!

[@Scixxy]

SLC is Salt Lake City, Utah. Sometimes cheekily abbreviated as SL, UT. I live here.

[@emoteddybear8152]

It’s okay to cry over a coffee advert. I’m crying, too.❤

[@Birdkiller46]

Thank you for making a more positive video! I really like seeing your more positive content, it makes me happy.

[@Pa5an1]

Oof, the Starbucks ad made me cry as soon as the girl walked through the door. And she’s so gorgeous too. I came out as a trans man to my parents this year at the age of 33 so it wasn’t easy for them to adapt. But today I spent the day with my mom and at one point we talked about how everything’s going (I do my therapy sessions at the moment so I’ll get T next year) and she used my new name and referred to me as her son and asked some questions and I feel so grateful. So far everyone I came out to has been super accepting and everyone tries to use the new name and pronouns and corrects themselves when they use the old ones by accident. I wish every trans person could have people in their life who support them

[@Luna-sp7be]

Off topic, but I just noticed the emotional support demon plushie on his shelf! That's so cute!

[@kaylynxup]

i remember seeing something on tumblr mentioning that the US National Parks are Overwhelmingly Queer now. Not just a lot of us visiting the parks but like. A HUGE portion of the staff across the country openly identify as queer. and i feel like i remember them mentioning a pride walk through all the parks?

[@Vanitasmortedigital]

Hope you feel better soon Jamie,the premise of the Boots Christmas Ad,is that father Christmas left his glasses on the bus,the girl (who is the actress from TV series it's a sin) puts them on and sees the world as father Christmas does,at the end father Christmas picks up his glasses again,it was about inclusivity at Christmas(Matt)

[@missrocks]

Tangential shift, your comment about the tongue piercing as to whether it would set off a metal detector... ...it depends Specifically on size/amount, material and of course, sensitivity of the metal detector in question. "In general, a few piercings-even if grouped together-usually do not pose a threat of setting off an alarm. However, with today's heightened security, it is always a possibility. The risk also increases with the more piercings you have, or if you wear larger jewelry like hoops or gauges." 🤔

[@TheWolvyrne]

Maybe I’m just feeling hyperemotional because I’m also sick but that Starbucks one got me good. I BURST into tears when the daughter opened the door and I had to pause the video to collect myself so I could keep watching 😅

[@ZiggyTabbyCat]

The Starbucks one really got me. Such a sweet and meaningful gesture!

[@RurikDankil]

SLC stands for Salt Lake City. The capitol city of Utah. Utah is (or at least was given the governmental antagonism) known for it's outdoor recreation which brought in tourists.

[@MaraJrianne]

The state (and most everywhere excluding SLC proper) is also rather known for the predominant anti-lgbtqia2+ religion: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints a.k.a. Mormons.

[@RurikDankil]

@@MaraJrianne True. And thanks for pointing out that SLC proper isn't as bad for the LGBTQ. Though it does still have a high number of mormons, owing to the main temple being located there.

[@asahikinnie]

I always appreciate the ads with the progress flag bc corporations have to pay to use it. Makes it seem just that little bit more sincere

[@aeryngoodspeed]

SLC is salt lake city, Utah (the funniest acronym for which is SL,UT). i live in Utah and I'm honestly appalled this is the first I'm hearing of this XD

[@gearsmoke]

Absolutely with you on the thick socks. Thin socks feel awful - especially since I need to wear orthotics and they have a smooth surface that thin socks slip around on. I like those work socks with the red ring on top, or hiking socks.

[@shadowwolf7880]

A FUCKING. COFFEE AD. MADE ME CRY.

[@gdave53925_]

Starbucks ad got me in the feels. 😭

[@BeesandTeasStitching]

I went to a pride event (only my second ever!) and the Emcee was a drag queen named Patty O' Furniture. And she was awesome.

[@TheQueenOfStupidity]

I saw that braun ad and freggin lost it! I think shouted happy explatives at the monitor XD

[@JamiJR]

She didn't just steal anyone's glasses, she stole Santa Claus' glasses. As for socks - no, the thickness of my socks change depending on how the shoes fit. I wear a US size 6 1/2 extra wide. Some shoes are just a touch too tight all the same for thick socks, so I have to wear thin ones to be able to wear them without my toes going numb.

[@KiboSanti]

I absolutely adore the McDonald's drive thru one. Nothing says true love quite like "bothering" your person while theyre having a slow day at work. 💖

[@justarandombean1493]

13:59 slc is Salt Lake City, Utah!! (I’m in Utah and there’s quite a bit of homophobia in some places here so I was rlly happy to see that!)

[@fredadufaur2218]

Cheers Jamie, needed the positivity today. Have a great day!

[@jerrimenard3092]

Joy for all except for whoever lost those yuletide magic glasses! If someone saw what I wanted for the holidays they would be surprised. That's because they wouldn't see anything, they would just feel peace and love inside.

[@stacylitwin1466]

Bombas are amazing!!!! They've been my go to for years now, definitely nice and thick (as I need that too), I even wear them under my tights because I too need my proper sock as a barrier for thinner options. They even donate a pair for every pair purchased which is great

[@imatiredpotato]

Hellooooo I love your vids! I’ve recently accepted that I’m genderfluid and I’ve been watching so many of your videos! :D

[@WeeAmari]

as a fellow Gender-fluid person, i'm happy you have been able to accept what you are, and remember that your identity is always valid no matter what anyone else may say or think. ❤

[@imatiredpotato]

@@WeeAmari Thank you SO MUCHH!!! It's so nice to meet a fellow genderfluid! :D

[@imatiredpotato]

@@rainbowblue8802 congratulations on figuring out your sexuality!!! You are accepted here too hehe :D

[@AetherealProcyon]

14:00 SLC is Salt Lake City, Utah. Sometimes also abbreviated to SL, UT because it's funny.

[@IL_801]

I got that awful anti trans Enoch documentary ad in the middle of this video, so I'm glad to see all these nice ones to balance it out a little 😅

[@disableddragonborn]

My two favorite commercials that I've seen representation in are commercials for Credit Karma and Indeed. Both commercials casually use the singular they for people in them. The subtlety is what I love.

[@cmralph...]

YAY! Shaaba! Your GO GRRL! ❤🧡💛💚💙💜 Thank you, Mr. Dodger, for sharing something fun and positive. I am so exhausted from all the hate. Just exhausted. Sending ((HUGS)) Also Yes - not a fan of thin dress socks either.

[@deliat7478]

I have a few pairs of Bonnie socks. They're so thick and comfy!! Also I got them during a campaign where if you bought a pair they donated a pair to lgbt+ homeless shelters (specifically to trans homeless kids/ adults).

[@saige81711]

I teared up at the coffee ad 😭😭 so sweet ahhhhhhhh 😭

[@wolfie9229]

Yaaaay Shaba! Also, I cried for the starbucks ad as well - too bad Starbucks got a lot of heat for it in India I cried for the Virgin Altantic one too!

[@okeydokeysmallholding9680]

OMG soooo early love your videos! You are a great representative of the trans community!!! ❤

[@catpalmer2093]

SLC - Salt Lake City (I think). Great video, and hope you feel better soon, Jamie.

[@enbyishimaru]

I prefer thin socks because of my sensory processing issues and because I am heat intolerant, I've had to get used to thicker socks for compression and the ones I got are not too bad, they're still ankle socks so I can live with them

[@SilverStarlight5555]

Hey, Starbucks always gets my name right! And I agree, it's always nice to use my name when asking for a coffee, I save every cup they give me

[@omniacontrariasunt]

7:08 "but you stole the glasses" 🤣🤣

[@greigism]

That Virgin Atlantic ad; with "I am what I am" in it; always makes me think "I'm Popeye the Sailor Man" when it comes on!