Podcast Summary: Candace Ep 145 – "Taylor Swift Booed. I Blame Ryan Reynolds."

Release Date: February 10, 2025
Host: Candace Owens
Description: This time it's just Candace. Free and unfiltered.

1. Taylor Swift Booed at the Super Bowl

[00:00]
Candace Owens opens the episode by addressing the surprising event of Taylor Swift being booed at the Super Bowl. She expresses shock and suggests that this incident marks a new era for Swift. Owens controversially attributes the booing to Ryan Reynolds, hinting at deeper behind-the-scenes dynamics.

Key Points:

• Public Perception Manipulation: Owens argues that Taylor Swift is highly sensitive to public opinion, influencing her friendships and alliances.

  "She has proven time and time again, no matter what you think about her, whether you love her, whether you hate her, she cares deeply about what the public thinks." [05:15]

• Friendship Dynamics: She highlights Swift’s past friendships and how public backlash has led her to sever ties, citing examples like Matt Healey and Kanye West.

• Recent Friendships: Owens notes that Swift attended the Super Bowl with Ice Spice instead of Blake Lively, concluding that this choice signifies a strategic move to protect her brand.

  "I knew leading up to the super bowl godmother or not a Godmother. She will throw the God babies out with the bath water." [10:45]

• Swift Fatigue: Owens posits that the booing could be a result of "Taylor Swift fatigue," exacerbated by ongoing controversies surrounding her relationships and public statements.

2. Ryan Reynolds and the "Dog Pool" Conspiracy

[20:28]
Transitioning from Swift, Owens delves into a contentious analysis of Ryan Reynolds and his connections to Justin Baldoni. She references Reynolds' book, "Marvel Studios Deadpool and Wolverine: The Art of the Movie," to support her claims.

Key Points:

• Character Creation: Owens interprets Reynolds’ description of the "Dog Pool" character as a veiled reference to Justin Baldoni, suggesting malicious intentions behind the character's development.

  "We created this character so that I could kill him. ... I know there's no way to look at this other than to recognize that Ryan was living out his fantasy of killing Justin Baldoni via the movie Deadpool." [19:00]

• Narcissistic Abuse Allegations: She accuses Reynolds of narcissistic abuse, alleging that his actions are part of a broader scheme to control and manipulate those around him.

  "He may have been a guy before his time, but his defense was this sexual abuse did not happen." [18:45]

• Connections to Scarlett Johansson: Owens speculates that Reynolds’ actions may be motivated by past relationships, particularly his connection to Scarlett Johansson, suggesting unresolved animosity.

  "She is the one that got away. I am sorry. She is glowing. She is beautiful." [22:30]

• Channing Tatum Involvement: She points out the sudden inclusion of Channing Tatum in Reynolds’ projects as part of his alleged plan to overshadow Scarlett Johansson.

  "Channing Tatum was played essentially a cameo as Gambit in the Deadpool movie. ... It's about Scarlett Johansson." [25:50]

3. Tucker Carlson vs. Piers Morgan: Media Narratives on Gaza

[33:06]
Owens shifts focus to a heated debate between Tucker Carlson and Piers Morgan regarding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. She criticizes the Western media's portrayal and perceived double standards.

Key Points:

• Condemnation of Media Bias: Owens condemns how Western media handles reports on Gaza, particularly the treatment of innocent civilians.

  "We have to recognize that what's happening over there is evil." [34:10]

• Critique of Propaganda: She accuses the media of gaslighting the public, especially in cases involving the suffering of Palestinians.

  "Palestinians are Semitic. ... this is not good messaging." [35:00]

• Comparison of Media Reactions: Owens contrasts the global reaction to recent hostage situations with the previous lack of response to widespread child malnutrition in Gaza.

  "The entire world looked away... now all of a sudden, we get back one hostage." [36:00]

• Emphasis on Moral Clarity: She underscores the importance of unequivocally labeling acts of violence against innocent civilians as evil.

  "I have no regrets... I just agree with Tucker wholeheartedly that evil is evil." [37:20]

4. Update on Australia Tour

[35:50]
Owens provides an update on her planned tour in Australia, detailing the challenges she faced with visa applications.

Key Points:

• Visa Rejection: Her application was publicly rejected by Australian Minister Tony Burke, influenced by the Zionist Federation of Australia.

  "He called me everything... extreme... anti Semite, a racist against black people." [38:10]

• Legal Appeal: She announces her intention to appeal the decision to the High Court of Australia, emphasizing the case as a pivotal free speech issue.

  "Candice Owens Farm versus the Minister of Affairs versus the Commonwealth of Australia." [39:00]

• Tour Postponement: Consequently, Owens has decided to postpone her Australia tour to the fall, awaiting the court's decision.

  "We are going to bump the tour hoping that they return this decision in our favor." [40:00]

5. Listener Comments and Interactions

[42:00]
In the latter part of the episode, Owens engages with listener comments, addressing various topics related to her discussions.

Key Points:

• Fan Feedback on Swift: Listeners like Nicholas share their perspectives on Taylor Swift's PR strategies and her recent interactions with Selena Gomez.

  "He says that she's repeating her 2016 exposure all over again." [43:00]

• Justin Baldoni Podcast Mention: Stacy inquires about a Justin Baldoni podcast episode, to which Owens explains she hadn’t listened due to timing but plans to discuss it on her Instagram.

• Gaza War Understanding: Brian Schwartz comments on Piers Morgan’s perception of the Gaza conflict, prompting Owens to reiterate her stance on media manipulation and moral responsibility.

  "I just don't think evil wins in the end." [45:30]

• Encouragement and Support: Owens receives messages of support from listeners like Lisa and Nyjah Chick, who commend her for her stance and role model status.

6. Upcoming Projects and Announcements

[47:00]
Owens concludes the episode by announcing forthcoming projects and encouraging audience participation.

Key Points:

• New Book Release: She promotes her upcoming book, available for pre-sale, highlighting its timely release amidst current cultural dynamics.

  "The timing is right." [48:10]

• Book Club Launch: Owens invites listeners to join her book club for discussions on her new release, scheduled to begin the following day.

Notable Quotes

• "She cares deeply about what the public thinks." — Candace Owens [05:15]
• "We created this character so that I could kill him." — Candace Owens [19:00]
• "Scarlett Johansson is the one that got away." — Candace Owens [22:30]
• "Evil is evil, and we should not be seeing ourselves as satisfied with that reality." — Candace Owens [37:20]

Conclusion

In this episode, Candace Owens presents a provocative analysis linking high-profile celebrities like Taylor Swift and Ryan Reynolds to broader cultural and media narratives. She intertwines discussions on celebrity behavior, alleged behind-the-scenes manipulations, and critical perspectives on media coverage of global conflicts. Owens also updates her audience on personal endeavors, including her delayed Australia tour, and engages with listener feedback, reinforcing her stance on free speech and media integrity.

Whether one agrees or disagrees with her viewpoints, Owens delivers a comprehensive and impassioned narrative aimed at dissecting the complexities of modern celebrity influence and media bias.