Summary of Becoming Brigitte: Gaslighting The Public | Ep 1
Episode Summary
In the first episode of the series "Becoming Brigitte," Candace Owens discusses the controversial relationship between French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife, Brigitte Macron, focusing on the alleged manipulation of public perception through media propaganda. The episode begins with Owens recounting a series of events leading up to the episode's release, including cyber attacks and legal threats from the Macron couple regarding the content of the show.
Owens raises questions about how the French public has accepted the Macrons' narrative, comparing Emmanuel Macron's rise to power to that of Barack Obama, emphasizing the unusual age difference between the couple. She details Brigitte Macron's past, including her early relationship with Emmanuel, who was her student, and the media's portrayal of their romance as a triumphant love story, despite its controversial elements.
The discussion highlights the extensive media campaign that shaped Brigitte's public image, involving numerous magazine covers and articles that romanticized her relationship with Emmanuel. Owens critiques the media's power to obscure uncomfortable truths and suggests that the narrative surrounding Brigitte Macron was constructed through a strategic and misleading portrayal.
Owens also introduces key figures involved in managing the Macron's public image, including PR strategist Mimi Marchand, and discusses the implications of their connections to powerful individuals in France. She alludes to scandals and controversies involving these figures, suggesting a web of influence that has allowed the Macrons to maintain a favorable public image despite troubling allegations.
The episode concludes with a discussion of a recent legal letter from the Macron couple, which Owens interprets as an attempt to intimidate her and deflect from the core questions about Brigitte's identity and past. Throughout, Owens asserts her belief that Brigitte Macron was born a biological male, framing her investigation as part of a broader effort to uncover the truth about those in power.
Presenters/Contributors
- Candace Owens
- Xavier Poussard (mentioned as a journalist whose work is referenced)
Notable Quotes
— 03:02 — « Dog treats are the greatest invention ever. »
— 09:48 — « She made a huge decision to break up her family by divorcing her husband and marrying her former student. »
— 23:36 — « Woman's flesh ideal clay. »
— 25:14 — « We are at the very tip of the iceberg when it comes to this couple. »
— 48:47 — « I believe that Brigitte Macron was a predator. »
Category
News and Commentary