Whoopi Goldberg made her feelings clear during Wednesday’s episode of The View, showing visible boredom as the panel discussed a lighthearted, non-political Hot Topic. The conversation focused on the rise of college courses teaching basic life skills such as changing a tire, sewing, and managing personal finances.
Goldberg addressed the audience directly, side-eyeing the discussion and quipping, “You know, in the old days when I was younger, it used to be called home economics, damn it!” She then asked, “Do they need to be going to school for this?” in a deliberately aged voice for comedic effect.
Co-host Sara Haines responded by sharing her own experience with home economics in school, recalling how she learned to sew a pillow and make “puppy chow.” As Haines described her memories, Whoopi Goldberg rested her head on the table and pretended to fall asleep, earning laughs from the studio audience.
This moment was not Goldberg’s first time expressing strong opinions about younger generations on the show. She has previously criticized Millennials and members of Gen Z, accusing them of not working hard enough to achieve the American Dream, reports Decider.
“Every generation comes and wants to do better than their parents did. Every generation,” she once said on air. “But I’m sorry. If you only want to work four hours, it’s gonna be harder for you to get a house.”
She continued, “I feel for everybody that feels this, but I’m sorry, we busted our behinds. We had to bust our behinds because we didn’t have the option of going back.”
Co-host Alyssa Farah Griffin countered that younger generations are facing unique challenges, such as a housing crisis and other economic pressures that previous generations did not experience in the same way. Goldberg, however, was not convinced.
“You know what? That’s what they said to us as well,” she replied. “Every generation is told, ‘You’re gonna do worse than your parents.’ And you know what? People pick it up, and they do what they do and they raise themselves and this is what you gotta do. It’s called being a good citizen.”
Goldberg’s reactions on The View often draw attention, whether she is taking a serious political stand or dismissing a lighter topic with humor and sarcasm. Her comedic timing and blunt delivery have become staples of her long tenure on the show.
The episode’s discussion on life-skills courses reflected a growing trend among colleges to offer practical, hands-on classes that address everyday needs. Supporters say these courses help students navigate life after graduation, while critics—like Goldberg—question whether such skills should be learned outside a university setting.
While the segment may have been intended as a light, relatable topic, Goldberg’s visible disinterest and candid remarks once again positioned her as the outspoken voice willing to challenge her co-hosts, the audience, and even entire generations.
The View airs weekdays at 11 a.m. ET on ABC, where Goldberg’s mix of humor, candor, and occasional exasperation continues to fuel lively debate both on and off the set.