Intro
In this episode of the PBD Podcast, political commentator and author Candace Owens joins the hosts to discuss a wide range of topics, including her background, political awakening, the state of American foreign policy, the breakdown of the family unit, the future of masculinity and femininity, the influence of media and propaganda, and more.
Main Takeaways
Candace Owens’ Background and Political Awakening
- Candace Owens is a political commentator, author, and co-founder of Blacksit with Brandon Tatum.
- She recently released a documentary called “Convict and a Murderer”.
- Candace was not politically inclined in high school and was more interested in English and communication.
- She excelled in writing and was a bit of a smart-ass in class.
- Candace loved reading fiction and majored in journalism and English in college.
- Candace is a big fan of Harry Potter and hopes to meet him one day.
- Candace became politically inclined after Donald Trump came down the escalator in 2015.
- Candace grew up in a non-political family but left-leaning due to cultural influence.
- Initially opposed to Trump’s candidacy, but was intrigued by his elevator pitch to Black America.
- Disillusioned with mainstream media’s portrayal of Trump’s speech and began to question their narrative.
- Candace was liberal but not extremely so, with Republican friends in college.
- She was happy when Obama won, both because he was black and because he was a liberal.
American Foreign Policy and Russia
- Candace argues that taking care of one’s own house first is common sense, and foreign policy should reflect that.
- The American foreign policy of interventionism is flawed and has not led to positive outcomes.
- The idea of spreading American values and principles everywhere is arrogant and not reflective of what people in other countries actually want.
- Candace believes that the focus should be on getting America’s own house in order before getting involved in foreign affairs.
- Putin should be a natural ally with the West, and the idea of Russia being the biggest threat is a mainstream media simulation.
- NATO is being put on everybody’s border and pushing further after promises not to expand.
- The US is not being honest about the corruption and laundry mat that Ukraine is and the reason for their vested interest in it.
- Trump’s policy of seeking a meaningful relationship with Putin was the right policy to have an actual peace policy.
- The US should respect how other countries want to run their own countries and have strategic partnerships with them.
- The United States should not send American sons or daughters to die on foreign soil.
- More diplomatic relations are needed with other countries.
- The US needs to stop strong-arming and making deals without accounting.
The Breakdown of the Family Unit
- White supremacy is not the biggest issue in America, according to a congressional testimony.
- The breakdown of the family unit is the number one issue in America, according to the speaker and Larry Elder.
- Many societal ills are related to destroying the family unit, including climate change, LGBTQ issues, and the education system.
- The government is trying to interrupt the family unit through various means.
- Culture, including Hollywood, is also contributing to the breakdown of the family unit through overt sexualization and perversion.
- Prioritize your family, it’s your greatest superpower.
- You need to choose between being a tradwife or a career woman.
- Women are not talking about prioritizing family because it’s considered counter-culture.
- There is a shift towards a hyper-feminization of culture.
- Men are getting the worst end of the deal with the feminist movement.
- Women who promote sexualization and multiple partners are not necessarily happy in their own lives.
- Chelsea Handler is an example of someone who played with feminism for too long and now regrets not having a family.
The Influence of Media and Propaganda
- The media has the power to recast victims as villains and villains as victims, with real-life consequences for those involved.
- The Avery case was used by some Hollywood figures to push an anti-police sentiment, rather than for its actual content.
- Rolling Stone magazine portrayed the Boston Marathon bomber as a hero, as he was seen as a resistance against the US establishment.
- Conspiracy theories can be dangerous and can lead people to make unfounded accusations.
- Propaganda can influence people’s entire lives and decision-making processes.
- Black Lives Matter as an organization has been bankrupt, and people have been emotionally manipulated to donate money.
- Netflix has a history of taking villains and turning them into heroes, softening their crimes and changing public opinion.
- The power of Netflix is enormous and can shape the way people think.
Summary
Candace Owens’ Journey and Political Awakening
Candace Owens, a political commentator and author, shares her journey from being uninterested in politics to becoming politically inclined after Donald Trump’s 2015 presidential campaign announcement. She discusses her liberal background and how she began questioning mainstream media narratives. Candace emphasizes the importance of taking care of one’s own country before getting involved in foreign affairs, criticizing the flawed American foreign policy of interventionism. She also highlights the breakdown of the family unit as the number one issue in America and the influence of media and propaganda in shaping public opinion.
The Impact of Media and the Importance of Family
Candace Owens delves into the influence of media and propaganda, discussing how the media can manipulate narratives and recast individuals as either victims or villains. She highlights specific examples, such as the Steven Avery case and Rolling Stone magazine’s portrayal of the Boston Marathon bomber. Candace also emphasizes the breakdown of the family unit as a major concern, attributing many societal ills to its destruction. She encourages prioritizing family and challenges the hyper-feminization of culture, advocating for a shift towards valuing traditional family values.
The Future of American Foreign Policy
Candace Owens critiques the American foreign policy of interventionism, arguing for a focus on getting America’s own house in order before involving itself in foreign affairs. She challenges the mainstream media’s portrayal of Russia as the biggest threat and suggests that Putin should be seen as a potential ally. Candace emphasizes the need for more diplomatic relations and strategic partnerships with other countries. She also calls for an end to strong-arming and making deals without accountability. Candace believes that the United States should prioritize its own citizens and stop sending American sons and daughters to die on foreign soil.
The Influence of Media and the Importance of Family
Candace Owens discusses the power of media and propaganda in shaping public opinion. She highlights instances where the media has recast villains as heroes and vice versa, emphasizing the need for critical thinking and questioning narratives. Candace also addresses the breakdown of the family unit as a significant issue, attributing various societal problems to its destruction. She encourages individuals to prioritize their families and challenges the hyper-feminization of culture, arguing for a return to traditional family values.
Conclusion
In this episode of the PBD Podcast, Candace Owens provides valuable insights into her personal journey, American foreign policy, the breakdown of the family unit, and the influence of media and propaganda. She encourages individuals to critically analyze narratives, prioritize family, and challenge societal norms. Candace’s thought-provoking perspectives shed light on important issues facing America today.
