Joy Taylor finds herself at the center of intense scrutiny amid ongoing allegations surrounding workplace misconduct at Fox Sports. A recent clip from her podcast, Two Personal Show with Taylor Rooks, has gone viral, sparking further conversations about her views and the controversy surrounding her.
In the viral clip, Taylor candidly discusses what she sees as the modern dynamic of romantic standards, saying:
“Can we just keep it a buck? If they’re fine enough, if they’re funny enough, or if their financial status is what you want—fine, funny, f*****g money—you’re throwing all boundaries, standards, all that shit you talked on Instagram about how you would never.”
“And this woman cuz women this and men this. And you’re moving forward with this person.”
As if all the previous clips weren’t enough evidence, here’s Joy Taylor explain who she’d smash:
“If they’re fine enough, if they’re funny enough, or if their financial status is what you want” 😳pic.twitter.com/pacBPkDOVP
— Kicks (@kicks) January 6, 2025
This blunt and provocative take has been met with mixed reactions. Some view it as a refreshingly honest commentary on societal double standards, while others see it as tone-deaf given the ongoing scandal embroiling Taylor and other high-profile figures at Fox Sports.
The resurfaced podcast clip adds another layer of intrigue to the broader controversy. Taylor is a named defendant in a workplace misconduct lawsuit that has rocked Fox Sports, accusing several high-profile figures—including Skip Bayless and FS1 Executive Vice President Charlie Dixon—of fostering a toxic and misogynistic work environment. Among the allegations is a claim that Taylor leveraged her sexuality to advance her career.
A particularly damning excerpt from the lawsuit alleges that Taylor used her romantic relationships with individuals in the network, including Emmanuel Acho, to secure her position. The lawsuit details a conversation in which Taylor purportedly expressed her willingness to manipulate situations to her advantage, saying she would frame Dixon if he no longer proved useful.
“In approximately February 2020, Ms. Taylor asked Ms. Faraji to meet her for lunch in Beverly Hills. When Ms. Faraji arrived, she found Ms. Taylor with a man, Emmanuel Acho (“Mr. Acho). Ms. Faraji did not know Mr. Acho but could tell that the two were romantically involved. “
“A few months after mecting Mr. Acho at the lunch, Ms. Faraji noticed him in the hallway while at work. Ms. Faraji later asked Ms. Taylor if Mr. Acho also worked at Fox. Ms. Taylor confirmed and explained that she wanted Mr. Acho to eventually recommend her on the show Speak for Yourself.”
“Ms. Faraji became alarmed and wared Ms. Taylor that she should probably not sicep with Mr. Dixon and Mr. Acho at the same time, as Mr. Dixon is a very powerful man that may become very angry.”
“Ms. Taylor told her not to worry about it. She explained that she was also now powerful, and once Mr. Dixon was no longer useful to her, she would follow through on her plan to tell the company that he forced himself on her. She would not allow herself to be forced out by Mr. Dixon like other women talent.
“In approximately September 2022, Ms. Taylor started to work on Speak. Ms. Taylor requested Ms. Faraji to do her hair.”
Adding to the controversy, another statement attributed to Taylor, where she referred to certain men as “Princess Boys” and claimed she could give them an experience they’ve “never had,” has also gone viral, further fueling public discourse about her personal and professional conduct.
Taylor’s decision to appear on Speak following these allegations has not gone unnoticed.
Joy Taylor appears on her evening show Speak one day after being named a defendant in the FS1 workplace misconduct lawsuit. pic.twitter.com/8frHl3stMY
— Awful Announcing (@awfulannouncing) January 6, 2025
Her appearance in a more conservative outfit than usual was interpreted by many as an attempt to downplay the controversy. While some viewers praised her professionalism in continuing to work amid the scandal, others criticized her for not directly addressing the allegations on air.
The broader scandal, which includes allegations against Skip Bayless for offering $1.5 million to his hairstylist for sexual favors, has thrown Fox Sports into damage control mode. Taylor’s involvement, combined with her polarizing podcast comments, has made her one of the most talked-about figures in the saga.
While the viral clip highlights Taylor’s unfiltered approach to discussing modern relationships, it also underscores the challenges she faces as her personal and professional life comes under intense public scrutiny. The allegations against her and other Fox Sports figures will undoubtedly continue to dominate headlines, and her next moves will be closely watched.
As Fox Sports grapples with the fallout, Taylor’s response—or lack thereof—to the allegations will play a significant role in shaping public perception. Whether she can emerge from this scandal unscathed or face further repercussions remains to be seen. What’s clear, however, is that the intersection of Taylor’s outspoken personality and the scandal surrounding her has made her one of the most polarizing figures in sports media today.
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