Did ChefPatrick Step Over The Line?

It seems like they wanted to leave godaddy’s commercials in dust – which they did, however this looks real cheap and gives it a look of advertisement for a porn website rather than a parking services website.
As a domainer, I would park my domains with them based on their service level, expertise in that area and how much money I can make, not based on some chic showing nipples.

Chef Patrice teased me with such beauty girl. In my country they cut off the hands of pervies who peddle naked girls on interweb.

She have niiiiice mamobags.

I very much like ErectionPump.com. I bid and give you affiliate erection. I need to use one for my PipeCleaner.com girl.

Easy way to determine if the domaining community thinks Patrick went too far this time, just compare the views of this video with his others videos.

Its easy to say we don’t like it, but if we are watching it… well, that’s another story=)

It’s a sad day for any business when they have to resort to gratuitous nudity to get people’s attention.

I don’t think he crossed the lines. Living here in Europe you see this type of stuff in the daily newspapers, billboards. Like Alan said “Advertisements like this have one purpose – to get people talking.” If I wasn’t already a member of WhyPark.com I would go check it out.

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Disgusting!

The objectification of women in the domaining field is both disgusting and backwards, harking back to a time when women couldn’t vote and were considered property of their husbands.

Shame on Chef Patrick!!!!!!

Maybe we should put him and his ilk in chains with a strong woman standing over him and cracking a whip.

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I did not had planed to watch Chef’s journal this week as I don’t understand anything when he talk (annyway I don’t understand anything when anyone talk in english) but after see your post Jamie I changed my mind.

Like allways I laughed and had few minutes of hapiness. It’s probably very basic, maybe ridiculous but I admit it’s pleasant and I like that. Like allways I spend a good moment watching Chef doing the clown (I like his mimics).

I don’t think Chef crossed the line, he was simply funny but stayed correct.

Now tell us the truth, how much Chef paid you to create this buzz … LOL

Take care Jamie, you also do great things for the community.

Francois,

“Now tell us the truth, how much Chef paid you to create this buzz … LOL”

perfect…. lol

***Easy way to determine if the domaining community thinks Patrick went too far this time, just compare the views of this video with his others videos.

Its easy to say we don’t like it, but if we are watching it… well, that’s another story=)***

??!!??
How many people watched replays of the twin towers collapsing? Many will/did say they didn’t like it, but I guess ‘your logic’ means their watching of it, is ‘another story’!!??

Being drawn to a story because of ‘cheap’ marketing, doesn’t mean it’s a good story, or one worth reading. It’s just means ‘desperation gimmicks’ are/were needed.

I’ll have to watch the video a few more times before I can pass judgement – lol – may take a while…

I’m not mad at all about this article Jamie. I fully expected someone to try and take advantage of the buzz I’ve generated. As other commentators have said, this article is proof that it worked. WhyPark and I generated buzz!

What I don’t like is you drawing lines from my eyes to here breast. Not cool! I am also disappointed that you did not at least link to my blog. If you are going to voice your opinion at least link to my site so other readers can view and voice theirs.

My wife was with me the entire time. She sees absolutely nothing wrong with it.

Now, I know if your idol Bob Parsons did this you would think it was genius. To say that he wouldn’t do it is ridiculous. The man films hot models in the shower for Super Bowl ads. The only difference with my video is the nipples. It is not something we wanted to show but the body artist did not have the proper covers for them. Something like this has already been done with the 2008 and 2009 SI swimsuit edition which is one of their best selling magazines. Here is a link to a video of their work, http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sSFYdEMZ3E8.

Jamie, tell us the truth, how many times did you watch the video?

Just wait, there’s more. Tomorrow I will have pictures from the photo shoot and downloadable wallpaper for those that enjoyed.

You sir, Jamie, have crossed the line!

1. No link to the video?!?! You fake us out with a &#ck!#g ’screen capture’!? What kind of reporting is that?

2. No link to the source? Come on… Inquiring minds want to know. How do we know this isn’t all a conspiracy?

3. So, nipples cross the line? What about her well-formed pendulous yet firm breasts which are clearly displayed on your site?

I think this clearly shows that Chef Patrick is simply quite progressive and inclusive in trying to reach the *entire* domaining audience. While it sure was a hit with male domainers of all ages (ok, ok — *most* male domainers), and plenty of female domainers too – the demographic I’m sure he was targeting with this segment was the ‘18-25 female-nudist-artist-bodypainter’ domainer segment. They’re a growing force in the market you know….

Hey! These are tough times – you’ve got to make sure you reach out to your *entire* pool of prospective customers.

GS

He needs to be reprimanded before a Congress of his peers.

I think I might go back to http://www.chefpatrick.com and watch it just once more

Thank you Francois. Chef and I are buddies, so I figured he would enjoy the extra plugs

@Alan,
I have the plugin activated, but it appears that it does not want to work with the new theme. I will have to have a WP expert take a peak. You can subscribe via RSS to comments for now if that helps.

Who cares about a bit of tit for christ sake? Life is too short. I’m not a great lover of chef patrick (probs cos he is a yank) but I admire his creativity

1) More comments here than on any other article – *bing* 1 for Whypark
2) Makes GoDaddy’s limpid attempts at sex selling look forced, Whypark did it right (by the way, biggest domain company in the world, GoDaddy)
3) How many domainers here own ADULT domains?
4) For the women, I’m sure they all realize that their bodies will always be a magnet for attention. “Objectivization”? Tell that to artists throughout civilization and beyond.
5) Ever get weirded out when the Discovery channel, or even Survivor, blurs out ass cracks, cleavage, “headlights” on tight female tshirts? I’m sick of being treated like we’re in the 1950’s again.

Personally, I wouldn’t have promoted my company in this manner, because my mom would just kick my ass. Then again, my mom would kick my ass for not calling her after a few weeks.

I like Tia’s response. A woman, tuned in, and focused. No “nipple shock” is going to take that away from her. That’s power!

Aaawww, the video’s been taken down, I wanted to see that too!

Well, well look at the stir this has caused, it’s all over the net – excellent idea Patrick! And there is nothing wrong with a bit of sex in advertising – BTW: has anyone seen NakedNews.com lately!

Only thing is you can’t keep on doing it otherwise you’ll end up being called Patrick Hefner..

LOL!

Pure sleaze. Next thing he’ll be organizing a domainers swingers event.

“Wideo has been removed to term of use violation”

OMG, i’am unlucky, i didint able to see the video

I understand next week Chef Patrick will do a report in the nude. I’ll bet you just can’t wait!

Cant see the video, looks like youtube took it off. Would love to see what all the buzz is about.

This type of “advertising” is tasteless and rude – not to mention just plain stupid. Who cares if Bob Parsons does it? So what!

Is this how WhyPark really wants to build their brand? Seriously? I’m stunned that they’re okay with this. There are so many better things to be associated with than naked women. For instance, quality service, excellent features, revenue, usabilty, or just being a great bunch of people. Using a nipple to get attention is just being lazy.

I stopped reading Chef Patrick’s blog because of these videos. I thought they were cheap and unnecessary. The videos actually drove me away rather than kept me coming back. The blog content was okay but I have plenty of other blogs to read and these videos are certainly not why I was coming to the blog and I’ve now stopped reading it completely.

I think it’s really funny that he thinks he’s created “buzz” All he’s created is his 15 minutes. How sad that he thinks it’s more. If the only way he can think to create buzz is by being offensive and rude then maybe he should try to learn a little more about marketing. Yes, sex, is one very common way to getting attention. I get that. But, it’s just not enough on it’s own either. At some point, he WILL need to come up with some substance. Videos would be a great opportunity to get real content across, it’s unfortunate that the only thing he uses them for is a pathetic cry for attention.

So sad so many people are so critical over this.
Funny, when I was in Germany they had legal prostitution, billboards that show naked girls etc They did not seem up tight about it over there and it appears we have the most sex crimes almost anywhere because people are so up tight about nudity and sex that there are numerous laws making criminals out of people that elsewhere would never be. We have the religious fanatics,then you have those that prefer the same sex and if they are males this is very appalling to them. I do not believe that sex is what they are selling or representing but whether people want to publicly acknowledge or not many people are drawn to sexual nature of things. This is a natural thing and is being used as a tool for attention and when done there will always be a great deal of controversey and is a tactic of media to utilize all the time. Because this is more sexual in nature many people fear it. Sex is a part of nature and just because a lot of people have hang ups about it being exposed or
in fear because that should not be in the open
and we are not animals is ridiculous. If it is so offensive then don’t watch it. Or many will say what they think others want to hear and others will stick to it out of fear of ridicule they may face. This is just a gross exagerration of politics. Nothing more — most all of us have sex — Does it bother you then??? I think not ! ! !
Don’t get me wrong as far as value though. I think if one has nothing to offer but sexual content then maybe that should be their niche. But Chef Patrik does offer good content and maybe a little to different for some but I bet many a male find it a more pleasing to the eye to see some pretty young girl help putting out the interesting subject matter many are there to hear from sure maybe you can find that elsewhere also but I feel it is more lively and upbeat and am stressed out on sexual hangups.
It comes down to this as a male– Would you rather hear and see some old guy telling you the updates in your market in which he may be unenthusiastic or some you fine looking gal giving you that same info with eye appeal and enthusiasm. And from which will you probably retain more of what was said???
By the way I believe Dr. Bob Parsons was enthused with the controversey created with his Super Bowl ad and said that is where the power of the advertising comes from is the controversey. Overall though, I do not believe we are in a time or people are comfortable enough to do this form of advertising as of yet. Think of the number of nudist colonies although we may all be born naked and many will be naked with those they are comfortable with and yet see how many are not in a more public environment.

I just posted Nipplegate Scandal And Photo Shoot Pics – http://www.chefpatrick.com/nipplegate-scandal-and-photo-shoot-pics/

hmmm…the things people do – not just domainers – to get publicity, good or bad.

i haven’t seen it yet, but not necessary in order to produce a reaction…

yes, it’s somewhat out of bounds – obscenity at its shy look hiding behind a loud slogan…

which is which? the message or the messenger?…it’s like Playboy promoting anti-abortion, lol…indeed the means doesn’t justify the ends.

i admire Chef Patrick for his talent and creativity (i love his comics). but what you do speaks of you. he just got bad ADvisers on this one. :p not all domainers are male, for one.

OMG, as someone who is an AVN Hall of Fame Adult performer (search my stage name– Dave Cummings!), and just happens to own thousands of adult and Non-adult domains, I’m finding it hilarious that some folks are questioning this issue.

I wonder if this week will surface any more supposedly religious American politicians who preach one thing but hypocritically “partake”?

Dave C.