In a recent Club Ambition podcast episode, the hosts discuss Kanye West’s latest controversies, focusing on his erratic behavior and the lukewarm reception of his new album Vultures. The conversation starts with Kanye posting a video of Playboi Carti’s 2022 domestic violence arrest, which the hosts criticize as hypocritical given Kanye’s own history of public scrutiny. They question why Kanye is attempting to cancel others when he himself has already been heavily criticized.
The discussion shifts to Kanye’s surprise album release, which was initially available only through a private website with a secret code before appearing on YouTube. Despite some praise for its sound, the hosts claim that no one cares about the project due to Kanye’s tarnished reputation. They highlight his offensive comments, including his past statement against Virgil Abloh and a shocking remark about Jay-Z and Beyoncé’s children, in which he allegedly called them “retarded.” The hosts find this particularly disturbing, considering the long-standing rumors that the children have a condition, making Kanye’s comment feel like an inside jab.
They also touch on Kanye’s unpredictable behavior, noting that he has been lashing out at people, including a stylist friend of theirs. One host speculates that Kanye’s aggressive tendencies might stem from unresolved childhood conflicts with his mother, leading to his pattern of attacking people and expecting forgiveness.
Overall, the hosts express frustration with Kanye’s inability to separate his music from his controversies. They argue that while his new music may be an improvement sonically, his constant outbursts and offensive remarks overshadow it. The discussion ends with a reflection on how difficult it has become to support Kanye, especially given his repeated reliance on controversy to promote his work.
