The Conservative Woman's Guide

Network of Enlightened Women
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Karin Lips, Founder and President of the Network of enlightened Women, sits down with leaders in politics, media, culture, and entrepreneurship for candid conversations on the issues that matter to women today. Each episode offers practical insights for the conservative woman looking to build a meaningful life and make an impact in her community.

  1. 2d ago

    Martha MacCallum: The Book of Valor and the Heroes Who Shape America

    Karin Lips sits down with Martha MacCallum, Fox News anchor, bestselling author, and host of The Story, to discuss her new book, The Book of Valor: America's Story of Survival, Gallantry, and Grace. From the incredible women who survived the Mayflower’s first winter to the sacrifice of 9/11 hero Welles Crowther, MacCallum shares the story of America through those who demonstrated remarkable courage in extraordinary circumstances. She reflects on the importance of preserving these stories for future generations and what America’s heroes can teach us about service, sacrifice, and the pursuit of something greater than ourselves. MacCallum shares personal reflections on 30 years of marriage, raising three children while building a successful television career, and the advice she wishes more young women would hear about love, motherhood, and finding their way. Order Martha MacCallum's new book, The Book of Valor: America's Story of Survival, Gallantry, and Grace.

    Martha MacCallum: The Book of Valor and the Heroes Who Shape America

  2. Oct 28

    Isabel Brown: The Corporate Ladder, the Baby Carriage, and the American Dream

    Gen Z is increasingly questioning whether climbing the corporate ladder is worth sacrificing the opportunity to build a family along the way. As young women rethink the allure of the glittery corner office, traditional career expectations, and whether they can afford to start families, Daily Wire host and cultural commentator Isabel Brown joins Karin Lips to challenge the idea that professional success must come at the expense of marriage and motherhood. Karin and Isabel discuss why Gen Z is rejecting conventional definitions of success, the growing divide between the girlboss and tradwife movements, and how young women can pursue meaningful careers without sacrificing motherhood. Isabel pushes back against anti-motherhood messaging and the notion that having children is financially out of reach. Reflecting on her own unconventional journey from aspiring surgeon to conservative commentator, she shares how the mentorship of Charlie Kirk helped her discover a new calling and why young women shouldn't be afraid to forge their own paths. Join our community: https://enlightenedwomen.org/ Follow NeW on Instagram: @enlightenedwomen Follow NeW on X: @NeWNetwork Follow Karin Lips on Instagram: @karin.lips Follow Karin Lips on X: @klips

    Isabel Brown: The Corporate Ladder, the Baby Carriage, and the American Dream

  3. Oct 14

    Jayme Franklin: Young Women Needed Better Media, So I Built The Conservateur

    When mainstream women's media left conservative women behind, Jayme Franklin and her co-founder Isabelle Redfield decided to create The Conservateur. What began as a passion project during their time at UC Berkeley has grown into one of the most influential platforms for conservative women, blending politics, fashion, beauty, and traditional values. Jayme joins guest host Emma DeGrado to share how she weathered intense backlash after launching The Conservateur in 2020 and earned a seat at the table in the new media landscape. Emma and Jayme dive into why aesthetics matter in the policy world, the rise of socialism among Gen Z, and how conservative media can better reach young women. Jayme shares her perspective on encouraging marriage and motherhood, balancing a growing media career with family life, and a new pro-family policy proposal that she developed with her husband. From navigating online criticism to making her voice heard in Washington, Jayme offers advice to young women looking to build meaningful careers without compromising their values. Check out our website: https://enlightenedwomen.org/   Follow NeW on Instagram: @enlightenedwomen   Follow NeW on X: @NeWNetwork  Follow Emma DeGrado on Instagram: @quiterightemma Follow Emma DeGrado on X: @quiterightemma

    Jayme Franklin: Young Women Needed Better Media, So I Built The Conservateur

  4. Sep 30

    Hannah Brusven: Rediscovering Classical Femininity

    What does it mean to be truly feminine in a modern world? NeW Media Relations Coordinator Emma DeGrado steps behind the microphone at NeW’s annual Leadership Retreat in Nashville to guest host a conversation with Hannah Brusven, founder and editor-in-chief of The Swish. Hannah shares how a college blog about elegance grew into a quarterly print magazine dedicated to truth, goodness, beauty, and what she calls “classical femininity.” She explains why The Swish is embracing the “analog renaissance,” why the publication intentionally limits advertising, and why women are looking for something deeper than the fast-paced, trend-driven content that dominates much of modern women’s media. Emma and Hannah discuss what classical femininity actually means. Hannah shares why she focuses on character and virtue rather than labels like “modesty" and how preparing to welcome her first daughter has changed the way she thinks about her work and its legacy.

    Hannah Brusven: Rediscovering Classical Femininity

  5. Sep 16

    Heidi Ganahl: Building Resilience Through Life’s Beautiful Mess

    Serial entrepreneur and former Colorado gubernatorial candidate Heidi Ganahl knows something about resilience. After a horrific series of events occurred in her late twenties, Ganahl turned her passion for dogs into Camp Bow Wow, growing the business from a single location into a national franchise. Since then, she has weathered business failures, serious health challenges, a hard-fought race for governor, and the everyday “beautiful mess” of raising four children. Heidi Ganahl joins Karin Lips to talk about resilience, entrepreneurship, leadership, and why failure can sometimes lead to something bigger and better. Ganahl shares the lessons she learned building Camp Bow Wow, why giving back has helped her through some of life’s hardest moments, and what running for office taught her about risk and reward. They discuss the future of higher education, navigating college as a conservative woman, and balancing ambition with what Heidi calls the "sweeter moments of life." Join our community: https://enlightenedwomen.org/  Follow NeW on Instagram: @enlightenedwomen Follow NeW on X: @NeWNetwork Follow Karin Lips on Instagram: @karin.lips Follow Karin Lips on X: @klips Follow Heidi Ganahl on Instagram: @heidiganahl Follow Heidi Ganahl on X: @heidiganahl

    Heidi Ganahl: Building Resilience Through Life’s Beautiful Mess

  6. Jul 22

    Madeline Fry Schultz: Why The Daily Wire is Investing in Culture

    Culture is shaping the future of America. Amid mainstream backlash against pro-family messages and a need for more conservative voices in lifestyle media, Madeline Fry Schultz joins Karin Lips to explain why engaging with the broader culture is essential to creating lasting change. That’s precisely why the Daily Wire launched Upstream, a lifestyle vertical for human insight and thoughtful arguments on everything from parenting to ranch dressing—all through a conservative lens. Karin and Madeline discuss the importance of encouraging marriage and motherhood, expanding flexible work opportunities for parents, and finding common ground on issues that matter to families. Madeline shares insights from her career in journalism, offers advice to aspiring writers, and explains why young professionals must resist relying on AI as a substitute for developing their own voice. Join our community: https://enlightenedwomen.org/  Follow NeW on Instagram: @enlightenedwomen Follow NeW on X: @NeWNetwork Follow Karin Lips on Instagram: @karin.lips Follow Karin Lips on X: @klips Check out Upstream: https://www.dailywire.com/topic/upstream  Follow Madeline Fry Schultz on X: @madelineefry (00:00) Meet Madeline Fry Schultz (00:54) The View Controversy (06:12) Why The Daily Wire Launched Upstream (08:26) How Conservatives Can Shape Culture (10:24) Flexible Work, Motherhood, & What Women Actually Want (14:31) How Do You Measure Cultural Impact? (17:40) Advice for Aspiring Writers (19:45) MAHA, Parenting Culture, & Finding Common Ground (22:34) Why Longform Literature Still Matters (24:20) Taking Career Risks and Moving to DC (25:19) Advice to Your 22-Year-Old Self

    Madeline Fry Schultz: Why The Daily Wire is Investing in Culture

  7. Jul 8

    Emily Ekins: 5 Reasons to Get Married Young (and Not Wait)

    For a generation told to delay marriage in pursuit of independence, career success, and personal growth, what if getting married young—say, in your early 20s—is actually one of the most strategic decisions you can make? In this episode of The Conservative Woman’s Guide, Karin Lips sits down with Emily Ekins, Vice President for Policy and Society at the Cato Institute, to explore the case for marrying young. Emily, who married her husband at 22, shares five data-backed reasons why walking down the aisle earlier can benefit women in the long run—from building a foundation with your spouse sooner to creating greater flexibility for future goals. Tune in as Karin and Emily challenge cultural assumptions that marriage should wait for arbitrary milestones and discuss what research reveals about building an intentional life. Join our community: https://enlightenedwomen.org/  Follow NeW on Instagram: @enlightenedwomen Follow NeW on X: @NeWNetwork Follow Karin Lips on Instagram: @karin.lips Follow Karin Lips on X: @klips Follow the Cato Institute on Instagram: @catoinstitute Follow Emily Ekins on X: @emilyekins Chapters: (4:34) Growing Together (5:12) Risk-Sharing (7:56) Happiness & Well-Being (9:10) Support in Difficult Moments (9:49) Family Formation & Preserving Options (15:26) Emily’s Message to Young Women (16:21) Technology’s Effects on Gen Z (22:21) American Civic Knowledge Gap (28:45) Advice to your 22-year-old self

    Emily Ekins: 5 Reasons to Get Married Young (and Not Wait)

  8. Jun 24

    Dr. Catherine Pakaluk: America’s Baby Bust is About Demand, Not Dollars

    Why are fewer Americans choosing to have children—and why are families having fewer overall? Dr. Catherine Pakaluk joins Karin Lips to unpack the cultural and economic forces behind today’s declining birth rate. Dr. Pakaluk challenges the idea that America’s baby bust is mainly a financial issue, arguing instead that it’s a demand problem. Younger generations just don’t see children as part of “living their best life.” Understanding this shift means looking beyond policy to lifestyle inflation and changing priorities around career, freedom, and identity—dynamics she explores in her book, Hannah’s Children, through interviews with 55 women, each with five or more children. She weighs in on the nuances and false dichotomies beneath the popular “tradwife vs. girlboss” debate, offering a thoughtful look at modern trade-offs, cultural expectations, and what it means to build a meaningful life in the twenty-first century. Join our community: https://enlightenedwomen.org/  Follow NeW on Instagram: @enlightenedwomen Follow NeW on X: @NeWNetwork Follow Karin Lips on Instagram: @karin.lips Follow Karin Lips on X: @klips Follow Dr. Catherine Pakaluk on Instagram: @crpakaluk Follow Dr. Catherine Pakaluk on X: @CRPakaluk

    Dr. Catherine Pakaluk: America’s Baby Bust is About Demand, Not Dollars
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Karin Lips, Founder and President of the Network of enlightened Women, sits down with leaders in politics, media, culture, and entrepreneurship for candid conversations on the issues that matter to women today. Each episode offers practical insights for the conservative woman looking to build a meaningful life and make an impact in her community.

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  • Creator
    Network of Enlightened Women
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    75
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    © Network of Enlightened Women
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