GenZ Unplugged

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 Politics05:17 – A Family Legacy of Patriotism and Pro-Life Advocacy08:16 – Why Young Women Need Strong Female Mentors10:43 – Learning Leadership by Doing, Not Being Spoon-Fed10:49 – How Her Mom Balanced Law, Motherhood & Eight Kids13:17 – Career or Family? Why Women Don’t Have to Choose14:51 – Finding Dignity and Purpose in Your Work16:47 – Why Gen Z Gives Her Hope for America17:50 – Loneliness, Technology & Gen Z’s Crisis of MeaningGenZ 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 0swipes and whooshes plastic umbrella fast and short swings stereo ORTF 8040.wav by Soundholder -- https://freesound.org/s/425853/ -- License: Attribution 3.0Power Cord Unplug 1_2 by Joao_Janz -- https://freesound.org/s/477641/ -- License: Creative Commons 0Abstract Glitch Effects_015 by jalastram -- https://freesound.org/s/412303/ -- License: Attribution 4.0

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 Red2:29 — Who Are the “Tech Overlords” Behind AI?5:19 — Why Conservatives Can’t Afford to Reject AI7:03 — 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 AI12:28 — Why Early AI Adopters Will Win14:05 — AI and the Coming “Crisis of Meaning”15:58 — The Rise of AI Girlfriends and Boyfriends19:51 — 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 0swipes and whooshes plastic umbrella fast and short swings stereo ORTF 8040.wav by Soundholder -- https://freesound.org/s/425853/ -- License: Attribution 3.0Power Cord Unplug 1_2 by Joao_Janz -- https://freesound.org/s/477641/ -- License: Creative Commons 0Abstract Glitch Effects_015 by jalastram -- https://freesound.org/s/412303/ -- License: Attribution 4.0

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 Introduction0:27 Meet Alina: Faith, National Security, and AI1:20 Growing Up as a Pastor’s Daughter7:52 How Social Media Made Her Liberal10:52 Feeling Alone as a Conservative at Vanderbilt12:46 The Required Class That Made Her Afraid to Speak16:28 Why Conservatives Shouldn’t Flee Liberal Campuses20:54 Why Conservatives Cannot Ignore AI26:06 AI Therapy and Artificial Relationships27:38 Her Advice for Christians Entering CollegeGenZ 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 0swipes and whooshes plastic umbrella fast and short swings stereo ORTF 8040.wav by Soundholder -- https://freesound.org/s/425853/ -- License: Attribution 3.0Power Cord Unplug 1_2 by Joao_Janz -- https://freesound.org/s/477641/ -- License: Creative Commons 0Abstract Glitch Effects_015 by jalastram -- https://freesound.org/s/412303/ -- License: Attribution 4.0

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 Intro1:15 Why Gen Z Shouldn’t Fear AI1:48 Students Are Being Lied To About AI3:00 How Parents Can Teach Kids to Use AI Wisely4:22 AI Needs Guardrails—Not Panic5:13 Why AI Is the New Internet6:51 Educators Must Adapt or Fail Students8:28 America’s Civics Crisis Before the 250th9:40 Patriotism Starts at Home12:08 The Plan to Dismantle the Department of Education14:58 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 0swipes and whooshes plastic umbrella fast and short swings stereo ORTF 8040.wav by Soundholder -- https://freesound.org/s/425853/ -- License: Attribution 3.0Power Cord Unplug 1_2 by Joao_Janz -- https://freesound.org/s/477641/ -- License: Creative Commons 0Abstract Glitch Effects_015 by jalastram -- https://freesound.org/s/412303/ -- License: Attribution 4.0

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 News1:30 The Substack Shoutout That Started It All2:52 Everyone Knew He Was the One3:36 From First Date to “Be My Girlfriend”4:53 Waiting, Singleness, and Wanting Marriage5:54 Why God’s “No” Finally Made Sense7:19 Becoming the Wife and Mother You Want to Be9:51 Why You Can Have Convictions Before Marriage11:59 Career, Motherhood, and Rejecting Feminist Lies16:07 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 0swipes and whooshes plastic umbrella fast and short swings stereo ORTF 8040.wav by Soundholder -- https://freesound.org/s/425853/ -- License: Attribution 3.0Power Cord Unplug 1_2 by Joao_Janz -- https://freesound.org/s/477641/ -- License: Creative Commons 0Abstract Glitch Effects_015 by jalastram -- https://freesound.org/s/412303/ -- License: Attribution 4.0

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 Reese1:01 From Hillsdale to The Daily Caller2:03 The call that changed Reagan’s career2:25 Becoming one of the youngest reporters in the White House briefing room3:52 Why Gen Z belongs in the room4:50 What a White House correspondent actually does5:17 When the news schedule changes overnight5:42 Chasing sources and breaking news7:29 Reagan’s advice for young conservatives8:10 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 0swipes and whooshes plastic umbrella fast and short swings stereo ORTF 8040.wav by Soundholder -- https://freesound.org/s/425853/ -- License: Attribution 3.0Power Cord Unplug 1_2 by Joao_Janz -- https://freesound.org/s/477641/ -- License: Creative Commons 0Abstract Glitch Effects_015 by jalastram -- https://freesound.org/s/412303/ -- License: Attribution 4.0

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 0swipes and whooshes plastic umbrella fast and short swings stereo ORTF 8040.wav by Soundholder -- https://freesound.org/s/425853/ -- License: Attribution 3.0Power Cord Unplug 1_2 by Joao_Janz -- https://freesound.org/s/477641/ -- License: Creative Commons 0Abstract Glitch Effects_015 by jalastram -- https://freesound.org/s/412303/ -- License: Attribution 4.0

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 motherhood, vocation, and raising the next generation to pursue heaven — not likes.If you’ve ever wondered what it looks like to live boldly in truth while guarding the hearts of your children, this episode will light a match inside you. Host of The Liz Wheeler Show on Blaze TV and author of Hide Your Children: Exposing the Marxists Behind the Attack on America’s Kids.Liz commands an audience of over 1 million on X, and is known for exposing corruption and calling out the so-called “experts.” She is rigorous in her research, passionate about her faith, and unapologetically fearless.0:56 — A fearless voice joins Gen Z UnpluggedWelcome & quick intro; Liz’s speech left a mark.1:30 — The dream that disappeared overnightCompetitive swimmer → chronic illness → identity shaken.2:59 — A mother’s relentless love against medical gaslightingHow Liz’s mom became the hero who saved her life.5:20 — The moment Liz uncovered institutional corruptionWhy America’s healthcare failures are about more than incompetence.6:56 — Barack Obama, abortion votes, and political awakeningThe exact turning point that launched her activism.9:16 — Media, speaking tours & God’s redirected planHow sorrow and passion became purpose.10:53 — Marriage, vocation & motherhood as a battlegroundWhat true presence requires — and why culture gets it wrong.12:42 — “Our duty is to shepherd souls to heaven”Liz’s life rule for career decisions.14:50 — Protecting kids from culture’s silent predatorsScreens, schools & soul-formational vigilance.17:56 — The humbling truth of parentingWhy even the strongest parents can’t do it without God.20:43 — Free will, spiritual warfare & raising saintsWhat happens when kids choose wrong — and why hope remains.22:49 — When parenting means saying “no” to the entire worldHow to be countercultural with courage.23:53 — Final wisdom from LizA pep talk for future wives & mothers answering God’s call.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 0swipes and whooshes plastic umbrella fast and short swings stereo ORTF 8040.wav by Soundholder -- https://freesound.org/s/425853/ -- License: Attribution 3.0Power Cord Unplug 1_2 by Joao_Janz -- https://freesound.org/s/477641/ -- License: Creative Commons 0Abstract Glitch Effects_015 by jalastram -- https://freesound.org/s/412303/ -- License: Attribution 4.0