Harris Botches Simple Question During Extremely Controversial ‘Call Her Daddy’ Podcast Appearance
Alex Cooper, host of the popular podcast “Call Her Daddy,” faced a wave of backlash from fans after a surprise interview with Vice President Kamala Harris.
One interview moment in particular is going viral, after Cooper asked Harris if there “are there any laws that give the government control over a man’s body?”
Harris responded by saying “No,” prompting one X user to chime in on the platform later, writing, “The correct answer is the draft.”
Other users piled on, with Outkick’s Clay Travis posting, “Kamala Harris and the Call Her Daddy chick attempt to come up with any governmental law that controls a man’s body. Both say there isn’t one. Then laugh.”
“The correct answer is, yes, the draft. Which has cost over a million male lives in US history.”
Released on Sunday, the interview sparked immediate criticism from listeners, many of whom accused Cooper of turning the show into a political platform and giving Harris an easy pass during their conversation.
Harris, for her part, faced backlash for going on the raunchy podcast in the first place despite Americans needing aid in the wake of Hurricane Helene.
The reaction to the sit down as a whole was swift, with many of the podcast’s loyal followers expressing their displeasure over the interview’s tone.
The interview with Harris, which dropped on the “Call Her Daddy” podcast’s Instagram, was quickly met with criticism.
Listeners of the show, known as the “Daddy Gang,” accused Cooper of asking “softball” questions and steering clear of more challenging topics.
Daily Mail reported that some fans viewed the interview as an attempt to paint Harris in a favorable light, which did not sit well with a segment of the audience.
One fan commented, “Unsubscribed and unfollowed,” while another described the episode as “propaganda” and claimed Cooper was trying to rebrand Harris for a younger, Gen Z audience.
Criticism also came from those who viewed the timing of the interview as inappropriate, considering the ongoing devastation caused by Hurricane Helene.
Daily Mail highlighted one disgruntled listener who wrote, “Wow, shame on you! You sold your soul on this one while people need help.”
The comment reflected a broader frustration with the vice president’s media appearances, which some see as carefully curated to avoid challenging questions.
A conservative fan also chimed in, “TRUMP 2024 never listening to this show again. Ask her about her POLICIES instead of all the softball interviews she has gotten.”
Daily Mail noted that while many criticized the episode, some fans came to Cooper’s defense, highlighting her track record of addressing women’s issues.
Harris’s discussion about abortion rights during the interview was seen by some as a natural fit for Cooper, who has spoken publicly about similar topics.
A supporter pointed out, “Fascinating that people are shocked that a woman who has talked about abortion rights for years would interview a woman Vice President about abortion rights?!”
Despite the mixed reception, the interview aligns with a recent trend in Harris’s media strategy.
As she campaigns for the 2024 presidential election, the vice president has leaned into unconventional media appearances, including an earlier interview on the NBA-themed “All The Smoke” podcast with Stephen Jackson and Matt Barnes.
Critics argue that Harris is avoiding traditional press outlets where she might face tougher scrutiny.
The New York Times, while endorsing Harris for president, also called out her preference for “friendlier platforms,” suggesting an attempt to avoid “unforced errors” in high-pressure settings.
During her appearance on “Call Her Daddy,” Harris somewhat avoided the show’s typically raunchy content and focused on policy topics like abortion rights and student debt forgiveness.
She also touched on her family life with her husband Doug Emhoff and his two children, saying, “This is not the 1950s anymore. We have family by blood and family by love.”
Harris further addressed criticism from figures like J.D. Vance, who commented about “childless cat ladies” in politics, responding simply, “I just think it’s mean.”
Cooper’s podcast, which has grown into a cultural phenomenon since its 2018 launch, has become a platform for high-profile interviews.
The show’s blend of candid conversations and celebrity guests earned Cooper a $60 million deal with Spotify, cementing “Call Her Daddy” as a favorite among young listeners.
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