Brad vs Everyone

Nicki Minaj fans crash out, 60 Minutes scandal & Ben Shapiro vs Candace Owens

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Dec 22, 2025
Nicki Minaj's surprising political shift sparks chaos among her fans, igniting a deep dive into celebrity influence. A CBS News scandal involving Bari Weiss reveals troubling editorial decisions. The feud between Ben Shapiro and Candace Owens escalates, with fiery exchanges that highlight issues of accountability and rhetoric. As both sides clash over conspiracy claims and personal attacks, the discussion raises questions about the state of ideological debates on the right. Tensions are high, and the drama unfolds in unexpected ways!
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INSIGHT

Celebrity Political Shifts Matter

  • Nicki Minaj publicly aligned with MAGA at Turning Point USA, surprising many fans and sparking online backlash.
  • Brad Polumbo argues celebrity political shifts reveal the diversification of the Republican coalition and expose celebrity worship biases.
INSIGHT

Hypocrisy In Celebrity Criticism

  • Polumbo criticizes conservatives for telling celebrities to 'stay in their lane' until a celebrity agrees with them.
  • He calls out hypocritical celebrity worship when celebrities endorse conservative views.
ANECDOTE

Fan Meltdown Over Nicki's Turn

  • Polumbo plays a TikToker meltdown reacting to Nicki Minaj going conservative as an example of fan parasocial grief.
  • He urges fans to reflect on why they feel devastated by a celebrity's political change.
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