In a surprising and entertaining twist on “The View,” Candace Owens, the show’s new co-host, replaced Whoopi Goldberg, took a bold stand against what she deemed “extreme wokeness” by theatrically removing Lia Thomas, the transgender swimmer, from the set. The episode, described by critics as a blend of Shakespearean drama and a Saturday Night Live skit, started innocuously with Owens showcasing her sharp wit and controversial opinions. However, the tone shifted dramatically when Lia Thomas, invited to discuss her journey as a transgender athlete, joined the stage.
Owens interrupted Thomas and, brandishing a pool noodle seemingly hidden under the desk, declared it a metaphor for the absurdity they were facing. Waving the noodle with flair, she exclaimed, “This set is no place for wokeness! Take your pool noodle and your agenda, and swim out of here!” Owens then theatrically ‘escorted’ Thomas off the set, nudging her with the pool noodle. The audience, initially unsure how to react, eventually erupted into a mixture of cheers, boos, and laughter.
Backstage, producers grappled with the dilemma of whether to continue the spectacle for ratings or avoid a potential PR nightmare. On social media, the incident sparked a wildfire of reactions, with hashtags like #PoolNoodlePolitics and #TheViewUnviewed trending globally. Memes featuring Owens and her noodle flooded platforms.
In a surprising turn, Lia Thomas expressed no hard feelings, stating that the unexpected incident opened up more conversations and turned her into a viral meme. The episode concluded with Owens returning to her seat, pool noodle in tow, ready to tackle the next topic with characteristic zeal. As the credits rolled, viewers were left to ponder whether it was a critique of political discourse, performance art, or just another day in live television.
One thing was certain: “The View” had never been viewed quite like this before.
