{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/683f0a11a73556324afdec22/68d308b2325b3a0ac88c90cc?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"From Statehouse to Seasons: Jena Powell on Politics, Purpose & Protecting Life","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/683f0a11a73556324afdec22/1758660740218-87ccb794-486f-44dc-b6b6-8960a764c9b3.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>In this conversation, Jena opens up about:</p><p><br></p><p>Her fight to pass landmark legislation like the Heartbeat Bill and Save Women’s Sports.</p><p><br></p><p>The tension between “boss babe” and “trad wife” culture—and her alternative vision for women.</p><p><br></p><p>Why local politics matter more than ever in a post-Roe America.</p><p><br></p><p>The courage it takes to run for office young, and the freedom of knowing your season.</p><p><br></p><p>Whether you’re wrestling with career, calling, or culture wars, Jena’s story will inspire you to step up, speak out, and live faithfully in your season.</p><p><br></p><p>01:07 – Introduction to Jena Powell and her roots in Ohio</p><p>02:07 – Serving six years in the state legislature at just 25</p><p>03:07 – The Heartbeat Bill, Save Women’s Sports, and fighting uphill battles</p><p>06:07 – Early foundations: homeschool life, family values, and starting college at 13</p><p>09:07 – Boss Babe vs. Trad Wife: why neither path is enough</p><p>12:07 – Seeing life in seasons: balancing motherhood, politics, and business</p><p>14:07 – The advantages of being a young woman in politics</p><p>17:07 – Why state politics matter more than Congress in daily life</p><p>20:07 – The power of five phone calls: how citizens truly influence legislators</p><p>24:07 – Running for office young: rejection, resilience, and victory</p><p>28:07 – Life after office: faithfulness in new seasons</p><p>34:07 – Building a culture that values and protects life</p><p>38:07 – How Gen Z women can get involved and make a difference today</p><p>40:07 – Where to connect with Jena Powell</p><p><br></p><p>GenZ Unplugged is the official podcast for the Clare Boothe Luce Center for Conservative Women.&nbsp;Rotating hosts are Lauren Husmann, Catherine Hendershott, Rachel Hurley, and Hannah Faulkner.&nbsp;Producer is Sandra Scarlatoiu.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Listen, rate, and subscribe on your favorite podcast platform!&nbsp;</p><p>ACAST - Apple Podcasts - Spotify - Google Podcasts - YouTube - Rumble&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Send us your thoughts on this episode @realgenzunplugged!&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>X - Instagram - Facebook - Truth Social&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>SFX Credits:&nbsp;</p><p>neon sign buzz hum stereo close lowcut to taste6.flac by kyles -- https://freesound.org/s/453493/ -- License: Creative Commons 0</p><p><br></p><p>swipes and whooshes plastic umbrella fast and short swings stereo ORTF 8040.wav by Soundholder -- https://freesound.org/s/425853/ -- License: Attribution 3.0</p><p><br></p><p>Power Cord Unplug 1_2 by Joao_Janz -- https://freesound.org/s/477641/ -- License: Creative Commons 0</p><p><br></p><p>Abstract Glitch Effects_015 by jalastram -- https://freesound.org/s/412303/ -- License: Attribution 4.0</p>","author_name":"Clare Boothe Luce"}