While Hurricane Helene wreaks havoc across communities in Florida and the Gulf Coast, some leaders rush to the scene, eager to lend a helping hand. Former President Donald Trump, armed with a shovel and a stack of relief supplies, wades through floodwaters to deliver aid directly to those in need. Meanwhile, Vice President Kamala Harris is doing... well, a podcast.
Yes, you read that right. As citizens of Florida struggle to recover from the devastating effects of Hurricane Helene—homes destroyed, roads flooded, families displaced—Harris is deep in conversation on Call Her Daddy, a podcast famous for its deep dives into topics that include relationship drama, TikTok trends, and now, apparently, the delicate art of avoiding actual responsibility.
In a segment that could only be described as "peak priorities," Harris appeared more focused on talking about "what brings her joy" than on addressing the mounting disaster back home. The Vice President managed to drop some inspiring insights about, well, herself, while people were busy rescuing pets from rooftops and Trump was spotted, sleeves rolled up, handing out warm meals to those left stranded.
"Her priorities are just so inspiring," said no one in Florida. Not that they would know, since most of them have probably been too busy surviving to catch the Vice President’s groundbreaking commentary on her favorite podcast moments.
It’s almost as if she’s unaware of the whole “being a public servant” thing. You’d think a national crisis might be worth skipping a podcast recording or two, but hey, when else is Kamala going to get to share her feelings on the nuances of TikTok dance trends? After all, empathy is best conveyed through a podcast microphone, right? Surely, flood victims will feel better knowing the Vice President is out there sharing her feelings rather than, you know, sandbags.
Contrast that with Trump, who—like him or not—was actually on the ground, taking time out of his day to visit those impacted by the storm. While Kamala cozied up with Alex Cooper to chat about God knows what, Trump was literally helping distribute supplies and lifting spirits in the disaster zone. But, in the eyes of Harris and her fans, who needs boots on the ground when you’ve got a perfectly curated media moment?
“It's amazing to see how much she cares about the podcasting community,” said one Florida resident sarcastically, as they bailed water out of their living room. “We were hoping for, you know, federal assistance or at least a statement of support. But I'm sure her listeners appreciate her thoughts on 'relatability.'”
Social media was quick to roast the Vice President’s priorities. “Kamala is out here redefining ‘disconnected leadership,’” quipped one user. Another chimed in with, “Why is Kamala on a podcast while Trump is literally handing out supplies? Shouldn’t it be the other way around?”
But, of course, Harris’s defenders quickly jumped to her aid, claiming that being a guest on a podcast is a vital part of modern leadership. “She’s showing her human side,” tweeted one user. “It’s what America needs.” Yes, because nothing screams “leadership” quite like sharing anecdotes about one's favorite breakfast cereal while families are fighting to save what’s left of their homes.
In the end, Harris’s appearance on Call Her Daddy will likely go down as a masterclass in leadership... if leadership means avoiding tough decisions and skipping out on crisis management for a few warm and fuzzy sound bites. Who needs hurricane relief when you can just record a podcast about “finding your joy”?
And as the waters recede, the survivors of Hurricane Helene will no doubt be grateful for her wisdom, reflecting fondly on the time when their Vice President chose to prioritize chatting about her favorite moments in office over, you know, actually being in office.
But don't worry, America. If you’re ever caught in a natural disaster, at least you know that Kamala Harris will be ready to share her thoughts on “empowerment” from the comfort of a cozy recording studio, while Trump and other real leaders pick up the slack in the places that need it most.
