BUCHAREST, ROMANIA: The interview between Andrew Tate and Tucker Carlson stirred controversy due to the nature of Tate's views and the platform provided by Carlson. Tate, known for his controversial statements and alleged involvement in criminal activities such as rape and sex trafficking, was given a platform on Carlson's influential Twitter show. This decision sparked criticism, as many questioned the ethical implications of giving someone with such a background a platform to spread his views.

The choice to interview Tate raised questions about Carlson's journalistic responsibility and the impact of providing a platform for individuals who promote harmful ideologies. Critics argue that by featuring Tate on his show, Tucker Carlson may have inadvertently legitimized or normalized his views, potentially influencing a wider audience.

'A real man is hard to scare'

According to reports on the interview, the former Fox News host, who had recently started his show on Twitter, granted Tate a platform to express his views on women's societal roles. Tate, who is currently detained in Romania and awaiting trial, allegedly recounted a story about a man who permitted his porn star wife to engage in sexual acts with another male performer. It was stated that Tate characterized this narrative as an embodiment of the "matrix's" desired dynamics, where women would hold power while men would lack assertiveness. In his remarks, Tate argued that women could be easily manipulated and frightened on an emotional level, making them more susceptible to control, in contrast to men who were described as being more difficult to intimidate.

Tate stated, "This is what the matrix wants from you as a man. They want the woman in charge and the man below with no backbone. Because if the woman is in charge, they can emotionally affect her. They can scare her. You can scare a woman easier than you can scare a man. A real man is hard to scare."

'That's the truest thing that's ever been said'

During the interview, Tate went on to express his belief in the importance of men seeking virtuous women. Carlson responded by acknowledging the value of finding a good, honest, and decent woman, affirming that it was a valid point. This exchange highlighted a moment of agreement between the two, even amidst the controversial nature of Tate's overall views.

Carlson stated, "If you are arguing that it's really important for a man to find a good woman, a decent woman, an honest woman, that's the truest thing that's ever been said."

Tate continued his discourse by stating that he had faced criticism for suggesting that the path to attracting a virtuous woman lies in "masculine excellence". He elaborated that to be chosen by a virtuous woman, a man should strive for success in various aspects, including having a fit physique, displaying intelligence, and possessing charisma. Tate argued that according to his perspective, this is perceived as a threat by "the Matrix", that "resists enslavement".