Joe Rogan Mocks Widow, Sparks Backlash

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Joe Rogan faced heavy backlash after mocking turning point USA chief executive Erica Kirk

on his podcast.

He called her unusual and highlighted clips where her eyes looked intense, including one

from a town hall with CBS news editor Barry Weiss.

Critics quickly labelled his remarks, cruel, especially since the 37-year-old former beauty

queen is a recent widow.

During the episode, Rogan played video showing what he described as wild expressions, joking

about the dramatic music paired with them.

His comedian guest agreed, amplifying the segment that soon went viral on social media.

All my reactions poured in fast, with many calling the comments disgusting and evil for

targeting a grieving woman.

Users expressed shock, comparing Rogan to other controversial figures and saying they

were done listening to him.

Meanwhile, podcaster Candice Owens weighed in through her new series, Questioning Kirk's

background.

She pointed to influences from Kirk's mother and stories from an ex-boyfriend about

her ambition and pageants.

The feud highlights tensions in conservative circles, as Owens now faces her own criticism

for bringing up her late friend's death amid the drama.