GenZ Unplugged

Clare Boothe Luce
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As a woman, you have been handed the culture’s manual for success.    It tells you to replace timeless truth with radical ideology, equate abortion with freedom, and reject your desire for marriage and motherhood.    At the Luce Center, we know the left’s promises of happiness and empowerment fall flat—leaving young women more anxious, confused, and unfulfilled than ever.   On Gen Z Unplugged, we unplug from the culture’s constant stream of propaganda. Each episode dives into the issues that really matter to young women – faith, health, family, career, relationships, and more – through honest conversations grounded in conservative principles. We provide young women with an alternative to the feminist playbook—one that leads to genuine fulfillment and happiness.    Episodes are released every Wednesday. Find Gen Z Unplugged on Spotify, Rumble, and Apple Podcasts for truth and reality amidst the cultural noise. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 1d ago

    Career or Family? Alexis Lange on Why Women Don’t Have to Choose

    Can young women build meaningful careers without sacrificing faith, family, or motherhood? Alexis Lange believes the answer is yes—and she grew up watching it happen. In this episode of Gen Z Unplugged, 2026 Luce Center summer intern Alexis Lange shares how her patriotic upbringing, Benedictine College education, and strong female mentors shaped her understanding of leadership, work, and womanhood. From her mother balancing a legal career while raising eight children to the lessons Alexis has learned about citizenship, the pro-life movement, mentorship, and the dignity of work, this conversation offers a hopeful vision for Gen Z women entering adulthood. Plus, Alexis explains why her time in Washington, D.C. has made her more optimistic about the future of Gen Z—and the country. 00:33 – Meet Alexis Lange: Faith, Patriotism & Washington, D.C. 01:57 – How a Liberal Arts Education Shaped Her Politics 05:17 – A Family Legacy of Patriotism and Pro-Life Advocacy 08:16 – Why Young Women Need Strong Female Mentors 10:43 – Learning Leadership by Doing, Not Being Spoon-Fed 10:49 – How Her Mom Balanced Law, Motherhood & Eight Kids 13:17 – Career or Family? Why Women Don’t Have to Choose 14:51 – Finding Dignity and Purpose in Your Work 16:47 – Why Gen Z Gives Her Hope for America 17:50 – Loneliness, Technology & Gen Z’s Crisis of Meaning GenZ Unplugged is the official podcast for the Clare Boothe Luce Center for Conservative Women. Rotating hosts are Lauren Husmann, Catherine Hendershott, Rachel Hurley, and Hannah Faulkner. Producer is Sandra Scarlatoiu.  Listen, rate, and subscribe on your favorite podcast platform!  ACAST - Apple Podcasts - Spotify - Google Podcasts - YouTube - Rumble  Send us your thoughts on this episode @realgenzunplugged!   X - Instagram - Facebook - Truth Social  SFX Credits:  neon sign buzz hum stereo close lowcut to taste6.flac by kyles -- https://freesound.org/s/453493/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 swipes and whooshes plastic umbrella fast and short swings stereo ORTF 8040.wav by Soundholder -- https://freesound.org/s/425853/ -- License: Attribution 3.0 Power Cord Unplug 1_2 by Joao_Janz -- https://freesound.org/s/477641/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 Abstract Glitch Effects_015 by jalastram -- https://freesound.org/s/412303/ -- License: Attribution 4.0 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Career or Family? Alexis Lange on Why Women Don’t Have to Choose

  2. Aug 12

    AI Is Taking Over: Wynton Hall on Jobs, China & the Fight for Control

    AI isn’t just changing how we work—it could reshape politics, education, relationships, national security, and even how we understand what it means to be human. In this episode of Gen Z Unplugged, Wynton Hall, author of Code Red: The Left, the Right, China, and the Race to Control AI, breaks down the battle already underway over artificial intelligence. He explains why conservatives can’t afford to simply opt out, how AI could disrupt entry-level jobs while creating enormous opportunities for young entrepreneurs, and why America’s race against China matters far beyond Silicon Valley. From political bias and socialism to AI girlfriends, transhumanism, and a coming “crisis of meaning,” Hall warns that the stakes are much bigger than ChatGPT. His message to Gen Z: learn the technology before the technology learns to control you.  --- Wynton Hall is the social media director for Breitbart News, where his data-driven strategies have generated billions of interactions and helped forge one of the most influential digital platforms in American politics and media. A Dis­tinguished Fellow at the Government Accountabil­ity Institute and former Visiting Fellow at Stanford University’s Hoover Institution, he has authored or collaborated on twenty-seven books, including mul­tiple New York Times bestsellers, for world leaders, tech moguls, and celebrities. --- 0:52 — Why Wynton Hall Felt Compelled to Write Code Red 2:29 — Who Are the “Tech Overlords” Behind AI? 5:19 — Why Conservatives Can’t Afford to Reject AI 7:03 — Will AI Wipe Out Entry-Level Jobs? 8:29 — Is AI Paving the Way for Socialism? 10:49 — America vs. China: The Race to Control AI 12:28 — Why Early AI Adopters Will Win 14:05 — AI and the Coming “Crisis of Meaning” 15:58 — The Rise of AI Girlfriends and Boyfriends 19:51 — AI Isn’t Just a Tool—It’s Political Power  Check out Wynton Hall's latest book, "Code Red: The Left, the Right, China, and the Race to Control AI," here: https://www.harpercollins.com/products/code-red-wynton-hall?variant=44115332104226  GenZ Unplugged is the official podcast for the Clare Boothe Luce Center for Conservative Women. Rotating hosts are Lauren Husmann, Catherine Hendershott, Rachel Hurley, and Hannah Faulkner. Producer is Sandra Scarlatoiu.  Listen, rate, and subscribe on your favorite podcast platform!  ACAST - Apple Podcasts - Spotify - Google Podcasts - YouTube - Rumble  Send us your thoughts on this episode @realgenzunplugged!   X - Instagram - Facebook - Truth Social  SFX Credits:  neon sign buzz hum stereo close lowcut to taste6.flac by kyles -- https://freesound.org/s/453493/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 swipes and whooshes plastic umbrella fast and short swings stereo ORTF 8040.wav by Soundholder -- https://freesound.org/s/425853/ -- License: Attribution 3.0 Power Cord Unplug 1_2 by Joao_Janz -- https://freesound.org/s/477641/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 Abstract Glitch Effects_015 by jalastram -- https://freesound.org/s/412303/ -- License: Attribution 4.0 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    AI Is Taking Over: Wynton Hall on Jobs, China & the Fight for Control

  3. Aug 5

    Gen Z Wants Out: Why the Digital World Is Failing Us with Anastasia Leffas

    Gen Z is more connected than any generation in history—so why are young people desperate to escape the digital world? In this episode of Gen Z Unplugged, we introduce our new host, Anastasia Leffas. She shares how faith, family, mentorship, and conservative community shaped her worldview—and why Gen Z is searching for something more meaningful than social media, artificial intelligence, and online validation. Anastasia also discusses the transition from college to working life, the responsibility of mission-driven work, the growing appeal of socialism, the battle over human dignity, and the competing ideas confusing young people about what it means to be a man or woman.  --- Anastasia Leffas was first introduced to the Luce Center during her Summer 2025 internship, which opened up a whole new world for her both personally and professionally. She joined as a full-time staff member in June of 2026, ready to further the Luce Center’s mission. Anastasia is thrilled to be a part of the Center’s work to reach and raise up phenomenal women like the ones she looks up to as mentors and friends. Having graduated from Benedictine College in 2026 with a Bachelor of Arts in English and a Minor in Theology, Anastasia is passionate about fostering a love for Western Culture and the Humanities. This love was especially encouraged through her time as a student leader in the Sheridan Honors Institute, a Presidential Scholar, a Constitutional Fellow with the Center for Constitutional Liberty, and an Angelico Fellow with the Center for Beauty and Culture.   --- 0:20 Meet Gen Z Unplugged’s New Host 0:59 How Anastasia Found Her Conservative Voice 2:25 The Faith and Family Foundation That Shaped Her 3:10 Debating Abortion at Just 12 Years Old 5:32 The Post-College Identity Crisis Nobody Prepares You For 7:43 The Biggest Difference Between College and a Career 9:13 Why Gen Z Is Desperate to Escape the Digital World 10:20 Human Dignity, Socialism, and the Fight for Gen Z 11:29 The Gender Debate Is Trapping Men and Women 15:16 Anastasia’s Dream Podcast Guest GenZ Unplugged is the official podcast for the Clare Boothe Luce Center for Conservative Women. Rotating hosts are Lauren Husmann, Catherine Hendershott, Rachel Hurley, and Hannah Faulkner. Producer is Sandra Scarlatoiu.  Listen, rate, and subscribe on your favorite podcast platform!  ACAST - Apple Podcasts - Spotify - Google Podcasts - YouTube - Rumble  Send us your thoughts on this episode @realgenzunplugged!   X - Instagram - Facebook - Truth Social  SFX Credits:  neon sign buzz hum stereo close lowcut to taste6.flac by kyles -- https://freesound.org/s/453493/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 swipes and whooshes plastic umbrella fast and short swings stereo ORTF 8040.wav by Soundholder -- https://freesound.org/s/425853/ -- License: Attribution 3.0 Power Cord Unplug 1_2 by Joao_Janz -- https://freesound.org/s/477641/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 Abstract Glitch Effects_015 by jalastram -- https://freesound.org/s/412303/ -- License: Attribution 4.0 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Gen Z Wants Out: Why the Digital World Is Failing Us with Anastasia Leffas

  4. Jul 29

    She Refused to Stay Silent at Vanderbilt

    Alena entered Vanderbilt expecting to find a more conservative environment in Tennessee—but instead, she often felt alone in her beliefs and hesitant to speak openly in class. Now a Summer 2026 Luce Center intern, she reflects on how her faith gave her the courage to challenge political complacency, question ideological bias, and refuse to stay silent. She also explains why conservative students should not simply abandon liberal campuses, why Christians must remain rooted in Scripture, and why young conservatives need practical skills in AI and technology to shape the future rather than surrender it. She also explains why conservative students should not simply abandon liberal campuses, why Christians must remain rooted in Scripture, and why young conservatives need practical skills in AI and technology to shape the future rather than surrender it. 0:00 Introduction 0:27 Meet Alina: Faith, National Security, and AI 1:20 Growing Up as a Pastor’s Daughter 7:52 How Social Media Made Her Liberal 10:52 Feeling Alone as a Conservative at Vanderbilt 12:46 The Required Class That Made Her Afraid to Speak 16:28 Why Conservatives Shouldn’t Flee Liberal Campuses 20:54 Why Conservatives Cannot Ignore AI 26:06 AI Therapy and Artificial Relationships 27:38 Her Advice for Christians Entering College GenZ Unplugged is the official podcast for the Clare Boothe Luce Center for Conservative Women. Rotating hosts are Lauren Husmann, Catherine Hendershott, Rachel Hurley, and Hannah Faulkner. Producer is Sandra Scarlatoiu.  Listen, rate, and subscribe on your favorite podcast platform!  ACAST - Apple Podcasts - Spotify - Google Podcasts - YouTube - Rumble  Send us your thoughts on this episode @realgenzunplugged!   X - Instagram - Facebook - Truth Social  SFX Credits:  neon sign buzz hum stereo close lowcut to taste6.flac by kyles -- https://freesound.org/s/453493/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 swipes and whooshes plastic umbrella fast and short swings stereo ORTF 8040.wav by Soundholder -- https://freesound.org/s/425853/ -- License: Attribution 3.0 Power Cord Unplug 1_2 by Joao_Janz -- https://freesound.org/s/477641/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 Abstract Glitch Effects_015 by jalastram -- https://freesound.org/s/412303/ -- License: Attribution 4.0 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    She Refused to Stay Silent at Vanderbilt

  5. Jul 22

    Erika Donalds: AI Won’t Steal Your Future—Bad Schools Will

    Erika Donalds joins Gen Z Unplugged to deliver a wake-up call on artificial intelligence, education, and the future of America. While many young people are being taught to fear AI, Erika argues it may be one of the greatest tools for opportunity, entrepreneurship, and learning—if we use it wisely. She also explains why parents must take back responsibility for teaching patriotism, civics, and truth at home, what’s really happening with the Department of Education, and why young women don’t need to wait until motherhood to start defending the next generation.  --- Erika Donalds is the Founder of Education Freedom Foundation and Chairman of OptimaEd. Erika is a national expert on education policy and school choice, a frequent media commentator and speaker, and a seasoned business executive. --- 0:37 Intro 1:15 Why Gen Z Shouldn’t Fear AI 1:48 Students Are Being Lied To About AI 3:00 How Parents Can Teach Kids to Use AI Wisely 4:22 AI Needs Guardrails—Not Panic 5:13 Why AI Is the New Internet 6:51 Educators Must Adapt or Fail Students 8:28 America’s Civics Crisis Before the 250th 9:40 Patriotism Starts at Home 12:08 The Plan to Dismantle the Department of Education 14:58 How Young Women Can Defend Education Freedom  GenZ Unplugged is the official podcast for the Clare Boothe Luce Center for Conservative Women. Rotating hosts are Lauren Husmann, Catherine Hendershott, Rachel Hurley, and Hannah Faulkner. Producer is Sandra Scarlatoiu.  Listen, rate, and subscribe on your favorite podcast platform!  ACAST - Apple Podcasts - Spotify - Google Podcasts - YouTube - Rumble  Send us your thoughts on this episode @realgenzunplugged!   X - Instagram - Facebook - Truth Social  SFX Credits:  neon sign buzz hum stereo close lowcut to taste6.flac by kyles -- https://freesound.org/s/453493/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 swipes and whooshes plastic umbrella fast and short swings stereo ORTF 8040.wav by Soundholder -- https://freesound.org/s/425853/ -- License: Attribution 3.0 Power Cord Unplug 1_2 by Joao_Janz -- https://freesound.org/s/477641/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 Abstract Glitch Effects_015 by jalastram -- https://freesound.org/s/412303/ -- License: Attribution 4.0 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Erika Donalds: AI Won’t Steal Your Future—Bad Schools Will

  6. Jul 15

    Alex Clark: God Said “No”… Then It All Made Sense

    Alex Clark is engaged — but her love story didn’t come without years of waiting, heartbreak, and wondering why God kept closing the door. In this episode of Gen Z Unplugged, Alex opens up about meeting her fiancé, preparing for marriage in a season of singleness, and why young women shouldn’t waste the waiting. She also gets candid about backlash, courage, and why telling the truth matters more than staying popular — even inside the conservative movement. From dating and motherhood to faith, politics, and standing firm under fire, Alex shares the message every young woman needs to hear: God’s timing is not punishment — it’s preparation.  --- Alex Clark is the host of TPUSA's Culture Apothecary, where she explores remedies for the emotional, physical, and spiritual challenges in today’s culture. Her mission is to empower listeners with practical tools and natural remedies for living well in our culture. ---  0:30 Alex Clark Returns With Big News 1:30 The Substack Shoutout That Started It All 2:52 Everyone Knew He Was the One 3:36 From First Date to “Be My Girlfriend” 4:53 Waiting, Singleness, and Wanting Marriage 5:54 Why God’s “No” Finally Made Sense 7:19 Becoming the Wife and Mother You Want to Be 9:51 Why You Can Have Convictions Before Marriage 11:59 Career, Motherhood, and Rejecting Feminist Lies 16:07 Truth, Backlash, and Standing Firm Under Fire  GenZ Unplugged is the official podcast for the Clare Boothe Luce Center for Conservative Women. Rotating hosts are Lauren Husmann, Catherine Hendershott, Rachel Hurley, and Hannah Faulkner. Producer is Sandra Scarlatoiu.  Listen, rate, and subscribe on your favorite podcast platform!  ACAST - Apple Podcasts - Spotify - Google Podcasts - YouTube - Rumble  Send us your thoughts on this episode @realgenzunplugged!   X - Instagram - Facebook - Truth Social  SFX Credits:  neon sign buzz hum stereo close lowcut to taste6.flac by kyles -- https://freesound.org/s/453493/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 swipes and whooshes plastic umbrella fast and short swings stereo ORTF 8040.wav by Soundholder -- https://freesound.org/s/425853/ -- License: Attribution 3.0 Power Cord Unplug 1_2 by Joao_Janz -- https://freesound.org/s/477641/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 Abstract Glitch Effects_015 by jalastram -- https://freesound.org/s/412303/ -- License: Attribution 4.0 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Alex Clark: God Said “No”… Then It All Made Sense

  7. Jul 8

    She Was 23 in the White House Briefing Room — Reagan Reese on Staying Grounded

    At just 23 years old, Reagan Reese became one of the youngest reporters in the White House briefing room — and she had no idea if she was ready. In this episode of Gen Z Unplugged, Reagan shares how she went from Hillsdale College to The Daily Caller, what it’s really like covering the White House in the Trump administration, and why the most important thing young conservatives can do is stay brave, stay curious, and stay grounded. From unpredictable days chasing breaking news to the quiet habits that keep her sane, Reagan offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at political journalism — and a powerful reminder that politics matters, but it should never become your whole identity. --- Reagan Reese is the White House Correspondent for the Daily Caller and a Visiting Fellow at the Independent Women’s Forum. She previously reported on education for the Daily Caller News Foundation after graduating from Hillsdale College with degrees in Rhetoric and Public Address and Journalism. At Hillsdale, she captained the Division II softball team, leading them to multiple conference championships. ---  0:34 Introduction to Reagan Reese 1:01 From Hillsdale to The Daily Caller 2:03 The call that changed Reagan’s career 2:25 Becoming one of the youngest reporters in the White House briefing room 3:52 Why Gen Z belongs in the room 4:50 What a White House correspondent actually does 5:17 When the news schedule changes overnight 5:42 Chasing sources and breaking news 7:29 Reagan’s advice for young conservatives 8:10 Why politics should never become your identity  GenZ Unplugged is the official podcast for the Clare Boothe Luce Center for Conservative Women. Rotating hosts are Lauren Husmann, Catherine Hendershott, Rachel Hurley, and Hannah Faulkner. Producer is Sandra Scarlatoiu.  Listen, rate, and subscribe on your favorite podcast platform!  ACAST - Apple Podcasts - Spotify - Google Podcasts - YouTube - Rumble  Send us your thoughts on this episode @realgenzunplugged!   X - Instagram - Facebook - Truth Social  SFX Credits:  neon sign buzz hum stereo close lowcut to taste6.flac by kyles -- https://freesound.org/s/453493/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 swipes and whooshes plastic umbrella fast and short swings stereo ORTF 8040.wav by Soundholder -- https://freesound.org/s/425853/ -- License: Attribution 3.0 Power Cord Unplug 1_2 by Joao_Janz -- https://freesound.org/s/477641/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 Abstract Glitch Effects_015 by jalastram -- https://freesound.org/s/412303/ -- License: Attribution 4.0 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    She Was 23 in the White House Briefing Room — Reagan Reese on Staying Grounded

  8. Jul 1

    Fireside Chat with Leah Campos and Reagan Reese | 2026 DC Summit

    Leah Francis Campos was nominated by President Donald J. Trump and confirmed by the United States Senate on October 8, 2025, to serve as U.S. Ambassador to the Dominican Republic. Ambassador Campos is committed to deepening the relationship between the United States and the Dominican Republic, while prioritizing the vital national interests of the United States - in pursuit of peace, prosperity, regional stability, and security. --- Our inspiring one-day summit features bold, unapologetically conservative women who are confronting cultural lies and restoring clarity, courage, and common sense in American life. At the summit, you’ll meet like-minded young women, form real friendships, and become part of a growing network of women who are ready to lead with purpose and conviction. --- This event was organized by The Clare Boothe Luce Center for Conservative Women, and recorded and produced by FIXR Media on Friday, June 26, 2026. The Luce Center is an all-women, mentorship organization dedicated to preparing and promoting conservative women leaders.  For more information, visit here: https://www.conservativewomen.com/  🔴 Subscribe to Luce Center on YouTube ➡️ youtube.com/cblwomen  SOCIAL MEDIA:  @CBLWomen on X 👉 https://twitter.com/cblwomen  @CBLWomen on Instagram 👉 https://www.instagram.com/cblwomen/  @CBLWomen on Facebook 👉 https://www.facebook.com/CenterforConservativeWomen/ GenZ Unplugged is the official podcast for the Clare Boothe Luce Center for Conservative Women. Rotating hosts are Lauren Husmann, Catherine Hendershott, Rachel Hurley, and Hannah Faulkner. Producer is Sandra Scarlatoiu.  Listen, rate, and subscribe on your favorite podcast platform!  ACAST - Apple Podcasts - Spotify - Google Podcasts - YouTube - Rumble  Send us your thoughts on this episode @realgenzunplugged!   X - Instagram - Facebook - Truth Social  SFX Credits:  neon sign buzz hum stereo close lowcut to taste6.flac by kyles -- https://freesound.org/s/453493/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 swipes and whooshes plastic umbrella fast and short swings stereo ORTF 8040.wav by Soundholder -- https://freesound.org/s/425853/ -- License: Attribution 3.0 Power Cord Unplug 1_2 by Joao_Janz -- https://freesound.org/s/477641/ -- License: Creative Commons 0 Abstract Glitch Effects_015 by jalastram -- https://freesound.org/s/412303/ -- License: Attribution 4.0 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Fireside Chat with Leah Campos and Reagan Reese | 2026 DC Summit
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As a woman, you have been handed the culture’s manual for success.    It tells you to replace timeless truth with radical ideology, equate abortion with freedom, and reject your desire for marriage and motherhood.    At the Luce Center, we know the left’s promises of happiness and empowerment fall flat—leaving young women more anxious, confused, and unfulfilled than ever.   On Gen Z Unplugged, we unplug from the culture’s constant stream of propaganda. Each episode dives into the issues that really matter to young women – faith, health, family, career, relationships, and more – through honest conversations grounded in conservative principles. We provide young women with an alternative to the feminist playbook—one that leads to genuine fulfillment and happiness.    Episodes are released every Wednesday. Find Gen Z Unplugged on Spotify, Rumble, and Apple Podcasts for truth and reality amidst the cultural noise. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Clare Boothe Luce
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    62
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Clare Boothe Luce Center for Conservative Women
  • Show Website
    GenZ Unplugged

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