When Hillary Clinton writes about Allie Beth Stuckey in The Atlantic, you know something bigger is happening.

In this episode of Gen Z Unplugged, we unpack Clinton’s viral article attacking the idea of “toxic empathy” — a phrase Stuckey has popularized to describe what happens when compassion is manipulated to justify destructive policies.

Is empathy being weaponized in today’s culture wars?

Can empathy become harmful when it overrides truth and justice?

And why are young conservative women suddenly at the center of this national debate?

From immigration and abortion to gender ideology and women’s sports, we break down what Clinton actually said, how Allie Beth responded, and why this conversation matters for Gen Z right now.

Because this isn’t just a media spat.

It’s a fight over what compassion really means — and who gets protected when empathy is pushed to the extreme.

Listen in as we explore the headlines, the context, and the deeper question:

Is empathy our highest virtue — or has it replaced something even more important?

00:46 – Welcome & Why Hillary Clinton Targeted “Toxic Empathy”

01:04 – Allie Beth Stuckey’s Reaction to The Atlantic Article

02:44 – What “Toxic Empathy” Actually Means

04:11 – How Empathy Can Blind Critical Thinking

06:10 – The Sermon That Sparked the Controversy

07:56 – Allie Beth’s 3-Part Definition of Toxic Empathy

09:14 – The Laken Riley Case & Selective Outrage

12:13 – Gender Ideology, Regret & Irreversible Consequences

14:00 – Why Love (Not Empathy) Is the Highest Virtue

20:54 – Social Media, Extremism & The Algorithm Problem

Read the full article:

“The War on Empathy” by Hillary Clinton, The Atlantic

https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/2026/01/war-empathy-hillary-clinton/685809/

Watch Allie Beth Stuckey’s full response here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IxSfytPN2kQ

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.

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Happy early Valentine’s Day from Gen Z Unplugged 💌

In this fun and thoughtful Valentine’s special, we’re talking everything from dreamy date ideas and “talking stage” confusion to healthy standards and our favorite conservative couples.

We share practical (and realistic) dating advice for Gen Z women, reflect on examples of strong marriages like Ronald Reagan & Nancy Reagan, and highlight modern couples like Allie Beth Stuckey, Isabel Brown, and JD Vance & Usha Vance who show that marriage can be joyful, supportive, and faith-filled.

Whether you’re planning a candlelight concert, making heart-shaped pancakes, hosting Galentine’s, or navigating an undefined “talking stage” — this episode is for you.

00:47 – Welcome to Our Valentine’s Day Special 💐

01:34 – Classic vs. Creative Date Ideas (Candlelight Concerts, Pottery & More)

03:52 – Group Dates on Valentine’s Day… Yes or No?

04:41 – Stay In or Go Out? The Reservation Struggle Is Real

06:34 – How Long Do You Have to Be Dating for Valentine’s to “Count”?

08:06 – Talking Stage Dilemmas & Subtle Flower Moves 🌹

10:34 – What If You’re Single on Valentine’s Day? (Galentine’s & Self-Date Ideas)

17:27 – Conservative Couples We Love & Why They Inspire Us

24:33 – “Marriage Is 100/100” – Powerful Advice for Young Women

28:31 – Low Maintenance vs. Undervalued + Ending the Endless Talking Stage

💬 Join the conversation in the comments:

What’s your ideal Valentine’s date — dinner out, cozy at home, or Galentine’s night?

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.

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As a new year unfolds, it’s easy to obsess over résumés, productivity hacks, fitness milestones, and the next big achievement. But what if we’re asking the wrong questions altogether?

In this episode of Gen Z Unplugged, Hannah Faulkner joins the conversation to unpack what it actually means to set goals with eternity in mind. From faith and fitness to work, mentorship, and burnout, we wrestle with the tension between worldly success and kingdom impact—and why Gen Z feels stuck chasing outcomes that never quite satisfy.

We talk about delayed gratification, stewarding your body and mind, resisting the pull of constant productivity, and choosing goals that shape who you’re becoming—not just what you’re accomplishing. If you’re entering 2026 asking “What really matters?”—this episode is for you.

00:49 — Your 2026 Goals Might Be Aimed at the Wrong Thing

01:38 — Stop Building a Resume and Start Thinking About Your Eulogy

03:56 — When Self-Improvement Quietly Replaces God

05:38 — Why Hustle Culture Is Burning Out Gen Z Women

07:52 — Doomscrolling, AI, and the Death of Deep Thinking

10:18 — The Mentorship Gap No One Is Talking About

13:06 — You Become What You Watch, Read, and Follow

17:05 — Fitness Culture Is Lying to You About Your Body

23:07 — Delayed Gratification Is a Spiritual Skill

27:58 — Silence With God Might Be the Hardest Discipline

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