If you’re even a little plugged into Instagram or TikTok, you’ve probably noticed the rise of so-called “conservfluencers”—conservative influencers who have carved out their own niche online.
Two of the most talked-about lately are Emily Wilson and Sarah Stockton, who made headlines this week with a very public, very messy feud that had people buzzing nationwide.
The Fight That Broke the Internet
It all kicked off when Sarah Stockton posted a picture showing off her engagement ring in a field of wildflowers, captioned simply: “I won.”
What might have been a sweet moment quickly spiraled into a battlefield.
Emily Wilson, known for her Fox News appearances, shot back sarcastically, questioning the affordability of Stockton’s ring and mocking her “trad wife” lifestyle.
What Is a Trad Wife Anyway?
For those not familiar, “trad wife” is shorthand for “traditional wife”—a term used online to describe women who embrace a highly curated image of homemaking and domestic bliss.
Think perfectly lit photos of sourdough bread, quiet kids, and prairie-inspired outfits.
But it’s often more fantasy than reality, and this sparked Wilson’s criticism.
She argued that this lifestyle is unrealistic and traps women in outdated roles.
The Online Back-and-Forth Gets Personal
Supporters of Stockton flooded in to defend her, labeling Wilson a jealous “liberal feminist.”
The drama escalated with more influencers like Morgan Ariel and Ian Smith joining the fray, each throwing their own shade.
Accusations flew, insults were hurled, and social media users were divided between cheering the “trad wife” ideal and backing Wilson’s blunt critiques.
A Closer Look at Both Sides
After hearing both arguments, it’s clear Wilson isn’t entirely wrong.
While she sometimes comes off like a mean girl, she does highlight an important point: the glorified “trad wife” image is often a carefully crafted online persona designed to attract followers and sponsorships, not a realistic snapshot of everyday life.
Real Talk From a Woman Who’s Been There
As someone who’s navigated marriage, motherhood, and a decades-long career spanning radio, TV, and podcasting, I can say authenticity matters more than perfection.
Baking bread from scratch is wonderful, but it shouldn’t be a performance or a contest.
Real life is messy, and owning that truth is the real power move.
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Oscar winner Anthony Hopkins humorously tried Kim Kardashian’s new SKIMS face bra, sparking plenty of jokes online.
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Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez faces scrutiny for underreporting the value of her Met Gala dress rental, leading to calls for her to pay the fair market value.
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WNBA games have been disrupted recently by fans throwing green dildos, a bizarre stunt linked to a crypto meme coin launch.
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NFL star Travis Kelce is under fire for a resurfaced interview where he shared some blunt dating deal-breakers from years ago.
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Jeff Bezos was spotted awkwardly dancing next to Lauren Sanchez in Ibiza, showing that money doesn’t always buy rhythm.
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Real Housewives star Teddi Mellencamp shared an emotional interview about her stage 4 melanoma, controversially linking it to past personal decisions, drawing criticism for oversimplifying a complex illness.