GenZ Unplugged

What does it take to become the youngest woman ever elected to the Ohio legislature—and then choose to step away? Jena Powell joins us to share her journey from small-town entrepreneur to state representative, and why she believes true influence comes from embracing life’s seasons. In this conversation, Jena opens up about: Her fight to pass landmark legislation like the Heartbeat Bill and Save Wo...

Just one week ago, Charlie Kirk was assassinated while doing what he loved most — debating and exchanging ideas on a college campus. In this special episode of Gen Z Unplugged, we reflect on his life, legacy, and the way his death has shaken an entire generation. From grief and disbelief to courage and renewed conviction, we discuss how Gen Z is processing this defining moment and how Charlie’s vo...

Your twenties don’t have to be a “throwaway decade.” In this episode of GenZ Unplugged, we break down the cultural lie that your twenties are just for mistakes, hookups, and aimless wandering. Instead, we explore how this season can become a powerful launchpad for the rest of your life. From the values you stand firm in, to the friends and spouse you choose, to the career path you build—every deci...

Washington, DC has long been a symbol of American strength — but what happens when its streets no longer feel safe? In this episode of Gen Z Unplugged, we dive into the realities of crime, homelessness, and safety in our nation’s capital. From personal stories of danger on the Metro to shocking statistics about violent crime, we unpack what’s really happening in DC and why President Trump’s effort...

In this bonus episode, Nica shares her grandmother’s harrowing experiences living under the Khmer Rouge in Cambodia. From imprisonment and starvation to hiding venomous snakes for food, her family’s survival is a powerful reminder of the human cost of communism and the resilience it takes to rebuild life after devastation. Through these stories, Nica challenges us to reflect on the freedoms we oft...

This week on GenZ Unplugged, we sit down with Nica Marin, Events & Marketing Officer at the Luce Center, who just became an American citizen—only days before this conversation. Nica opens up about her family’s escape from the horrors of Cambodia’s Khmer Rouge, the long and costly 14-year immigration process, and what it felt like to finally step into her American dream. She also shares her per...

College can feel like a battleground for your beliefs—where culture pulls you away from faith, identity gets tangled in sports or academics, and loneliness makes you question everything. In this powerful episode of Gen Z Unplugged, Catherine and her co-host open up about their raw faith journeys—through illness, athletics, sorority life, heartbreak, and redemption. From black mold poisoning to spi...

From “normal” becoming the bare minimum to uncovering the hidden red flags, the ladies of Gen Z Unplugged tackle one of the most asked questions on college campuses: Are all the good guys really taken? In this honest and often hilarious deep dive, they unpack the four qualities that truly matter in a partner—faith & morals, values, lifestyle, and attraction—while warning against love bombing,...

Legacy media is collapsing, new platforms are rising, and Gen Z is caught in the middle of the information war. In this hard-hitting conversation, journalist and commentator Emily Jashinsky breaks down why Americans no longer trust traditional news, how the media got Trump and Biden wrong, and what it means for the next generation of young women in journalism. If you care about truth, cultural cla...

From the White House to the war room, KT McFarland has seen it all. In this electric episode of Gen Z Unplugged, we sit down with the former Deputy National Security Advisor to unpack the truth about Iran, the collapse of the Soviet Union, Trump’s missile shield strategy, and how America lost — and can regain — its global edge. This isn’t your average history lesson. It’s a firsthand account of ho...

The silence is breaking. In this powerful episode of Gen Z Unplugged, Riley Gaines and Paula Scanlan dive into the stunning reversal from the University of Pennsylvania — a public apology, policy changes, and the erasure of a male swimmer’s records from the women’s board. From personal trauma to national triumph, they dissect the cultural chaos surrounding women’s sports and celebrate the pivotal...

She walked into the White House with a notebook and conviction — and shook the room. Mary Margaret Olohan isn’t just reporting the news, she’s exposing the silence, breaking the narrative, and refusing to bow. From homeschooling to headline-making, Mary Margaret opens up about how her faith shaped her fight, what legacy media won’t say about abortion and gender ideology, and why Gen Z girls are do...

In this explosive episode of Gen Z Unplugged, Emily Jashinsky pulls back the curtain on the chaos Biden’s immigration policies unleashed — and the political and moral mess Trump now inherits. From cartel-fueled child labor rings to rogue judges blocking reform, we explore how deep the rot goes. Emily doesn't sugarcoat it: the culture must change before politics ever will. She also dives into the r...

What happens when standing for truth makes you the enemy? When protecting women and defending the border are called radical acts? In this powerful episode, Problematic Women co-host and Daily Signal journalist Virginia Allen joins Gen Z Unplugged for a raw and riveting conversation. From the dusty roads of South Africa to the chaos at the U.S. border, Virginia unpacks how modern feminism betrayed...

In this episode of Gen Z Unplugged, we expose the shocking reality behind today’s therapy programs — from sadomasochism in syllabi to affirming minors for gender transitions. Reacting to an interview with Naomi Epps Best on Allie Beth Stuckey’s "Relatable," we dive into the disturbing trend of sexually explicit and ideologically charged content infiltrating graduate-level counseling programs. Why...

Why are so many young people feeling isolated, anxious, and afraid to speak the truth? Former CIA analyst and author Stella Morabito reveals the terrifying strategy behind modern censorship, gender ideology, social media addiction, and cancel culture: the weaponization of loneliness. In this explosive interview, Stella dives into: How tyrants and regimes use fear and isolation to control the masse...

From clueless celebrity takes on immigration and riots disguised as “peaceful protests” to Simone Biles turning on real women—and JoJo Siwa leaving the LGBTQ box behind—this episode pulls no punches. 💥 We react to viral videos and unravel the fake empathy, media lies, and cultural chaos Gen Z is tired of swallowing. From open borders to open confusion, this is your wake-up call. Topics include: 0...

In this episode of Gen Z Unplugged , conservative activist Hannah Faulkner shares her bold journey from motocross to the national stage. She unpacks the fight for truth, family values, and the rising dangers of gender ideology — and calls on young women to step up, get informed, and make their voices heard. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In our debut episode, meet the hosts behind Gen Z Unplugged —a podcast for bold, conservative women. We share our stories, the mission of the Luce Center, and why Gen Z is ready to reject the feminist narrative. From faith to family to truth, this is your space to unplug from the noise and embrace a better path. GenZ Unplugged is the official podcast for the Clare Boothe Luce Center for Conservati...