In the ever-evolving world of social media influencers and podcast personalities, public scrutiny comes with the territory. This week, content creator Avery Woods is under fire after making remarks during a recent podcast episode that many are calling deeply offensive and out of touch. She is known for her lifestyle content and bold commentary. The conversation, which touched on religion and childbirth, quickly went viral and sparked a wave of backlash across TikTok, Reddit, and other platforms.
What Did Avery Woods Say to Get Her Under Fire?
During the now widely circulated clip from her podcast, Avery made a comment comparing her own labor experience to what she imagined it would be like to “give birth to Jesus.” The comment, which was intended to be humorous, struck many listeners as flippant and disrespectful to Christian beliefs. In the same episode, she also made remarks downplaying vaginal birth. She implied that it was “not as hard” or “not that big of a deal” compared to her own experience. Worst of all, she made an explicit comment referencing Jesus. Avery said, “Yeah, he’s literally going to bend you over and f** you in the a**.”* While it was unclear if she was attempting to be humorous, satirical, or shock-joking, many people—particularly those of Christian faith—found the statement deeply offensive and disrespectful.
She also commented on childbirth, comparing her own experience to giving birth to Jesus, in a tone that many listeners felt was dismissive and arrogant. In particular, she suggested that vaginal births weren’t as hard or dramatic as her own, which left many mothers feeling invalidated and insulted.
Though some fans tried to defend her as being “sarcastic” or “just joking,” many others didn’t find the humor. Those who hold religious beliefs close or have gone through childbirth themselves were impacted the most. The tone of her delivery and lack of context made the comments come across as dismissive. Many even called the comments even arrogant, sparking immediate reactions.
Why People Were Offended
There are a few layers to why people felt hurt or upset by Avery’s words:
- Religious Disrespect
To make such a vulgar and sexualized comment about Jesus was not only shocking—it was hurtful. Even those who aren’t especially religious found the joke to be in poor taste and unnecessarily provocative. Comparing oneself to giving birth to Jesus—especially in a casual, joking way—can be seen as mocking or trivializing Christianity. For believers, Jesus is not just a historical figure, but the son of God. Making light of that moment, especially in relation to one’s own personal experience, felt sacrilegious to many. - Invalidating Childbirth Experiences
Childbirth is deeply personal, emotional, and often traumatic. Avery suggested that vaginal births weren’t that difficult compared to her own. She unintentionally dismissed the pain, strength, and effort that goes into all types of birth. It came off as competitive rather than supportive, and many mothers took offense at what they saw as belittling language. - Lack of Sensitivity
For a public figure with a large following, the expectation is to speak with some level of thoughtfulness. This is especially when touching on sensitive subjects like religion and motherhood. The casual, comedic tone Avery used didn’t sit well with audiences who felt the topics deserved more care.
The Internet Reacts
Avery Woods found herself under fire immediately. Clips of her comments were reposted with angry captions, TikTokers made response videos calling her out, and Reddit threads began dissecting everything she said. One Reddit user wrote, “It’s the arrogance for me. Like she really thinks she’s better than everyone else because of how she gave birth? It’s giving delusion.”
Others focused on the religious aspect, saying that her joke was a “blatant display of disrespect,” while some former fans unfollowed her completely, citing a pattern of tone-deaf commentary.
Interestingly, a smaller group of fans tried to defend her, suggesting that the internet was being “too sensitive” or “blowing it out of proportion,” but they were quickly drowned out by a larger, louder chorus of criticism.
Did She Apologize?
Yes, eventually, Avery addressed the controversy with a short apology via Instagram Stories. She said that her comments were “taken out of context” and that she “meant no offense to anyone,” especially those of faith or those who’ve given birth. She added that she was “just trying to be funny” and “will be more mindful” in the future.
However, many felt the apology lacked sincerity. There was no video explanation or full podcast statement—just a few lines of text that felt like damage control rather than genuine reflection. For some, it wasn’t enough to rebuild trust. There has been a common theme among celebrities who seem to not actually have sincere apologies after making offensive comments. Read more about more examples of this here.
The Bigger Picture
This incident highlights a growing challenge for influencers and creators: the balance between being real and being respectful. Platforms like TikTok and podcasting encourage casual, off-the-cuff conversations. However, public figures must still be aware of how their words can impact others. This is especially important when discussing faith, trauma, and identity.
Avery’s controversy isn’t the first of its kind, and it won’t be the last. But it does serve as a reminder that influence comes with responsibility, and that what may feel like a harmless joke in the moment can have real-world consequences.
How does Avery Woods Get Out From Being Under Fire?
Only time will tell whether this controversy will leave a lasting dent in Avery Woods’ public image. Some creators bounce back quickly, especially if their core audience remains loyal. Others find that once trust is broken—especially around deeply personal topics—it’s harder to rebuild.
For now, the drama continues to unfold online as new viewers discover the clip and weigh in. Whether she chooses to address it further, or quietly move on, the internet won’t soon forget the podcast moment that took a wrong turn.
