A Bit Fruity with Matt Bernstein How Candace Owens Left Reality
Jan 9, 2026
Taylor Lorenz, a journalist known for her insights into internet culture, joins to analyze the astonishing rise of Candace Owens, who now attracts more viewers than major news outlets. They explore Owens' transition from liberal blogger to conservative powerhouse, dissecting her polished presentation of outrageous conspiracy theories. Lorenz highlights Owens' manipulative use of live streams and audience engagement, while discussing the social dynamics and tech anxieties that fuel her influence on the Right. They also examine her controversial ties and the future landscape of right-wing media.
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Extraordinary Reach Through Reinvention
- Candace Owens built a massive daily audience that now outreaches major cable news networks combined.
- Her influence grew as she rebranded from liberal blogger to a conspiratorial right-wing media figure.
Early Life And A Lawsuit
- Candace grew up in Stamford, Connecticut after being born in White Plains and experienced her parents' divorce at age eight.
- She later sued her school board over racist voicemails and won $37,500, an early public legal victory.
From Vogue Closet To Lifestyle Blogger
- Candace interned in the Vogue fashion closet and later ran a small liberal blog, Degree180, posting a cat Instagram called Shit My Cat Thinks.
- Her early writing covered anorexia, monogamy, and moderate anti-feminist views before her political pivot.
