# Presidential Parody Barackbecues The Barack Obama BBQ 2011 Sketch is a Jovial Political Statement By Corinne Guirgis | Published 2011-07-12 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barack-obama-bbq-2011-sketch References: [lionsdenu](http://www.lionsdenu.com/barack-obamas-bbq-2011-video/) & [collegehumor](http://www.collegehumor.com/video/6555075/barack-obamas-bbq-2011) “He’s got a lot on his plate!” is the caption accompanying College Humor’s latest [presidential parody](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thoughts-prayers-toilet-paper) entitled the ‘Barack Obama BBQ 2011 Sketch.’ The hilariously well-played metaphor has the current president at a [Fourth of July Barbecue](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bbq-brisket-whopper) [taking charge of the grill](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bud-light-x-traeger-grills) in a way that is reminiscent of his presidential strategies and decisions for the past three years. What’s more is the sketch presents an elusive Canadian neighbor, from whom Obama needs to borrow materials to finish the job. The political parodies of this nature have the potential to be offensive and off-beat, but the Barack Obama BBQ 2011 sketch draws the perfect line between comedy and respect that makes it a must-watch. **Implications** - The presidential journey of Barack Obama has been one heavily covered by media sources in both objective and biased ways. But more so than his political influence, is the president's significant impact on pop culture. The light-hearted nature he presented throughout his campaign has made him appealing to audiences and voters on a personal level, and the perfect target for roasts and parodies of this nature. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 43% | Activity: 43% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Viral](https://www.trendhunter.com/viral) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Presidential Parody:** Opportunity for creating humorous and satirical content around political figures and their impact on pop culture. ### Who This Affects Most - **Media and Entertainment:** Opportunity for creating and distributing comedic content that satirizes political figures. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Comical Love-Inspired Food Ads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burger-king-loveinspired-ads.md) - [Grill Master Comedian Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arbys-sandwich.md) - [Social-First Snack Comedies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pretzelized.md) - [Fun-Forward Snack Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/feed-the-fun.md) - [Father-Approved BBQ Bundles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bbq-bundle-pro.md) - [Wearable BBQ Bibs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/13-hour-drip-fit.md) - [Celebrative Canadian Lager Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/presidential-pack.md) - [Infomercial-Inspired Pizza Oven Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/matty-matheson-and-gozney.md) - [Outdoor Cooking-Focused Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solo-stoves.md)