Vice President Kamala Harris Talks Reproductive Rights on ‘Call Her Daddy’ Podcast

In a strategic media move, Vice President Kamala Harris participated in an interview on the widely popular “Call Her Daddy” podcast, hosted by Alex Cooper. The conversation centered on crucial topics such as reproductive rights and women’s empowerment, areas where Harris aims to solidify her stance as the Democratic presidential nominee.

The interview, which aired on Sunday, is part of a broader media blitz by the Democratic campaign in the final thirty days leading up to the election against opponents Donald Trump and JD Vance. Harris utilized the platform to criticize Trump’s track record on women’s rights, particularly focusing on states that have implemented abortion bans. “There are now 20 states with Trump abortion bans,” Harris reminded listeners. “This is the same guy that said women should be punished for having abortions,” she added, referencing past statements by Trump.

The discussion on the “Call Her Daddy” podcast was a shift for the program, which typically does not delve into political matters. Host Alex Cooper acknowledged the change of pace, expressing a desire to remain neutral in political affiliations. Despite the podcast’s usual focus on relationships and empowerment, the episode provided a stage for Harris to communicate directly with a younger female audience—a demographic she already polls strongly with.

Throughout the 40-minute interview, Harris emphasized the importance of ignoring detractors, an approach that has characterized her political journey. “I don’t hear no. I urge all the ‘Daddy Gang,’ don’t hear no, just don’t hear it,” Harris conveyed, underscoring the necessity of self-definition in facing public scrutiny.

This podcast appearance is just one of several scheduled media interactions for Harris and her running mate, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz. Harris is set to appear on “60 Minutes” and “The View,” among others, as part of their campaign to increase visibility and support.

Walz, for his part, confronted his own set of challenges, having recently appeared on a Fox News program where he addressed various controversial topics such as Middle Eastern policy and domestic abortion laws. During the show, he was questioned about the possibility of Israel preemptively attacking Iran’s nuclear facilities. Walz emphasized the importance of self-defense and mentioned that such strategic decisions would be handled as situations arise.

Furthermore, Walz took the opportunity to advocate for the Minnesota abortion law he signed, which prioritizes women’s decisions regarding their health. When confronted with Trump’s stance on national abortion legislation, Walz labeled Trump’s promises as “a flat-out lie,” underscoring the Democrats’ commitment to reproductive rights.

This media strategy, featuring both Harris and Walz, underscores their campaign’s effort to differentiate their policies and responsiveness from that of their Republican competitors, while addressing concerns that remain pressing for many voters.