GenZ Unplugged

In this raw and emotional episode of GenZ Unplugged, Alex Clark opens up about the loss of Charlie Kirk, the health lies that woke her up, and how Gen Z can honor his legacy by living with conviction. From exposing how Big Pharma misled women for decades to calling out the Church’s silence on health and discipline, Alex shares the hard truths our generation needs to hear. She reveals the story beh...

What happens when a viral clip gets taken completely out of context? In today’s episode, we break down the backlash against Isabel Brown after her CPAC speech sparked outrage on The View. Critics say her message was reckless—but is that actually what she said? We play the original clip, unpack the media reaction, and dig into what Isabel really meant about marriage, family, and why so many young p...

What if everything you’ve been told about your 20s… is wrong? From “find your dream job immediately” to “avoid commitment” to “follow your feelings,” today’s culture is feeding Gen Z a set of ideas that sound freeing—but often leave you stuck, anxious, and directionless. In this episode of Gen Z Unplugged, we break down the biggest lies young people are told about work, purpose, relationships, and...

In this powerful lecture at Grove City College, Kimberly Begg — president of the Clare Boothe Luce Center for Conservative Women — explains why modern feminism has left a generation more anxious, lonely, and confused than ever before, and why the answer isn’t going backward, but rediscovering the truth about women, family, and faith. Drawing on history, Christian tradition, and her work mentoring...

Is the American dream slipping away — or were we never told how the system really works? In this episode, we sit down with journalist, author, and Bitcoin advocate Natalie Brunell to talk about why so many young people feel like they can’t get ahead… and why the problem might be deeper than politics. From growing up hearing stories about life under communism, to watching her own family lose everyt...

What does it take to walk away from one of the most powerful institutions in America? In this episode of Gen Z Unplugged, we unpack the story of former FBI Special Agent Nicole Parker—a decorated investigator who worked on nationally significant cases including the Parkland school shooting, the Fort Lauderdale airport attack, and the Cesar Sayoc pipe bomb investigation.  GENZ_031126_Nicole Pa...

Communism is often sold as a vision of equality, fairness, and security for everyone. But what does it actually require to work? In this episode of Gen Z Unplugged, we unpack the promises behind communist and socialist ideas that are gaining popularity with young Americans—and the realities that often get left out of the conversation. Drawing on the testimony of G. Van Fleet, a survivor of Mao’s C...

What if everything culture told you about “success” was backwards? In this powerful summit talk, Lauren Husman dismantles the modern feminist script that says career over family, independence over intimacy, and ambition over motherhood is the only path to happiness. From a viral ad that erased a mom’s family in the name of “focus,” to the rising 4B movement swearing off men entirely, Lauren asks t...

When Hillary Clinton writes about Allie Beth Stuckey in The Atlantic, you know something bigger is happening. In this episode of Gen Z Unplugged, we unpack Clinton’s viral article attacking the idea of “toxic empathy” — a phrase Stuckey has popularized to describe what happens when compassion is manipulated to justify destructive policies. Is empathy being weaponized in today’s culture wars? Can e...

Happy early Valentine’s Day from Gen Z Unplugged 💌 In this fun and thoughtful Valentine’s special, we’re talking everything from dreamy date ideas and “talking stage” confusion to healthy standards and our favorite conservative couples. We share practical (and realistic) dating advice for Gen Z women, reflect on examples of strong marriages like Ronald Reagan & Nancy Reagan, and highlight mod...

As a new year unfolds, it’s easy to obsess over résumés, productivity hacks, fitness milestones, and the next big achievement. But what if we’re asking the wrong questions altogether? In this episode of Gen Z Unplugged, Hannah Faulkner joins the conversation to unpack what it actually means to set goals with eternity in mind. From faith and fitness to work, mentorship, and burnout, we wrestle with...

Title IX was created to protect women—our opportunities, our safety, and our right to fair competition. But in 2026, we’re watching it be used against the very girls it was meant to defend. In this episode of Gen Z Unplugged, we break down what’s really happening with the Supreme Court’s latest Title IX cases, why women’s sports are at the center of the fight, and how “equal opportunity” is being...

What if productivity, creativity, and personal fulfillment didn’t have to compete? In this episode of Gen Z Unplugged, we share the unique work system we use at the Clare Boothe Luce Center for Conservative Women—and why it’s led to our most successful year to date. We break down how collaboration hours, deep-focus workdays, and real flexibility help our team produce better work without burnout. T...

Welcome back to Gen Z Unplugged. Today, we’re jumping on one of the internet’s biggest trends and taking it way deeper than TikTok ever could: our Ins and Outs for 2026. From fashion and food to dating, tech, culture, and mindset, we’re breaking down what we’re officially leaving behind—and what we think is shaping the year ahead. Some of these takes are fun. Some are spicy. Some might be a little...

Gen Z women aren’t buying the old narrative anymore. The pressure to choose between career-maxing “girlboss” culture or hyper-domestic “tradwife” ideals never fit who we actually are — and now, even the Wall Street Journal is noticing. In this episode, we break down the WSJ feature on the Luce Center and explore how young conservative women are redefining ambition, family, calling, and success. Th...

Attorney and author Kimberly Begg, president of the Clare Boothe Luce Center for Conservative Women and author of Unbreakable: Saints Who Inspired Saints to Moral Courage, joins our host—a Belmont Abbey College criminal justice professor and fellow attorney—to discuss how to form courageous young women in a hostile culture. They explore why so many college women hide their convictions, how mentors...

What would make a successful finance executive walk away from it all to fight for America’s kids? Erika Donalds did exactly that. When her son came home miserable from school, she discovered a broken system—and made it her mission to change it. In this powerful episode of Gen Z Unplugged, Erika shares how one mom’s love turned into a nationwide movement for school choice and education freedom. Fro...

Before she became one of Gen Z’s boldest conservative voices, Isabel Brown was a college student preparing for medical school. But when her professors began denying basic biology, everything she believed about truth—and courage—was put to the test. From being doxxed and threatened on campus to standing beside Charlie Kirk in the fight for free speech, Isabel shares her powerful story of conviction...

What if the most controversial president in modern history pulled off the impossible—peace in the Middle East, safety at home, and a generation ready to rebuild America’s strength? Former Deputy National Security Advisor KT McFarland joins Gen Z Unplugged to reveal the untold story behind Trump’s 20-point peace plan, the global power shifts it triggered, and how Gen Z women can rise as the next ge...

In this raw and emotional episode of GenZ Unplugged, Alex Clark opens up about the loss of Charlie Kirk, the health lies that woke her up, and how Gen Z can honor his legacy by living with conviction. From exposing how Big Pharma misled women for decades to calling out the Church’s silence on health and discipline, Alex shares the hard truths our generation needs to hear. She reveals the story beh...

Liz Wheeler’s fire didn’t begin on a political debate stage — it sparked in a hospital room. A young athlete, a terrifying diagnosis, and a mother who refused to let the system decide her daughter’s fate. In this powerful conversation, Liz reveals how God redirected her passion from the pool to confronting corruption, exposing evil, and defending American families. She also gives raw wisdom on mot...

Hosts Catherine Hendershott and Hannah Faulkner sit down with Reagan Conrad, host and producer at The Daily Wire, for a conversation that dives deep into faith, culture, and calling. Reagan opens up about her unexpected path from journalism to The Comment Section, what it means to stand for truth in a digital age, how to handle online hate with grace, and how young women can live out Proverbs 31 i...

After their viral conversation on standards women should have for men, the hosts turn the spotlight inward — what standards should women hold for themselves? From self-respect and confidence to balancing independence and interdependence, this conversation challenges Gen Z women to build relationships rooted in truth, faith, and mutual growth. Hear real talk on knowing your beliefs, respecting your...

What does it mean to be a conservative woman today—rooted in faith, family, and purpose? Nicole Cleveland sits down with our favorite Lauren Husmann, Chief of Staff at the Clare Boothe Luce Center for Conservative Women, to explore the legacy of Clare Boothe Luce, the Center’s mission, and how it is shaping bold female leaders across the nation. From national summits and campus lectures to interns...

Why are fewer young people choosing marriage and children—and what can we learn from those who swim against the tide? Economist and author Catherine Pakaluk joins us to share the story behind her groundbreaking book Hannah’s Children. From her personal journey as a young wife and mother of six overnight, to her research on the cultural and spiritual roots of declining birth rates, Catherine unpack...