Jackie O gets into heated debate over working mothers

A heated debate was sparked on the Kyle and Jackie O show this morning after the show’s content creative manager, Bruno Bouchet, has said he though working mums should be paid less because they "put their kids first" and others have to "pick up the slack".

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Probably not the wisest thing to say to any working mother... especially someone like Jackie O.

The announcer fired back, telling Bruno his views were "sexist": "You only ever notice when it's the woman that needs to take the time off. Men need to take time off too".

Bruno and Jackie O go toe-to-toe. Source: KiiS

She continued: "It’s very outdated your views because these days we are sharing responsibilities... it’s the men and the women that are sharing - whether we have to pick up the kid from daycare or if they’re sick."

But her response didn’t deter a fired up Bruno.

Producer Bruno Bouchet fires up. Source: KiiS

"Responsibility is everyone doing the same amount of work. I’ve got to pick up the slack for you, I've got to pick up the slack for Krystal (a show producer)... why? Because you guys are putting your kids first and I'm sick of it," he said.

Bruno added: "You guys shouldn’t get the same amount of money because you are not putting in the same amount of effort. Effort should be based on how much you do for the company."

Jackie digs her heels in. Source: KiiS

The debate caused a stir, with hundreds taking to social media to vent their disgust.

Source: Twitter

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