Finding Truth in a Noisy World: Reagan Conrad on Faith, Courage & Culture - Episode 23

Hosts Catherine Hendershott and Hannah Faulkner sit down with Reagan Conrad, host and producer at The Daily Wire, for a conversation that dives deep into faith, culture, and calling.

Reagan opens up about her unexpected path from journalism to The Comment Section, what it means to stand for truth in a digital age, how to handle online hate with grace, and how young women can live out Proverbs 31 in real life—not just repost it.

With warmth, humor, and conviction, this conversation reminds listeners that God can use your voice and your work—even in a noisy world—to change culture from the inside out.

00:46 – Meet Reagan Conrad
Catherine and Hannah welcome Reagan to GenZ Unplugged and talk about her background and impact with The Daily Wire.

01:46 – Discovering a passion for storytelling
How Reagan’s overseas mission trips revealed the power of telling untold stories.

03:46 – From news burnout to purpose
Her journey through local news, COVID career pivots, and rediscovering joy in media.

05:46 – The leap to The Daily Wire
How an unexpected opportunity led Reagan to The Comment Section and a dream career.

06:46 – What The Comment Section is all about
Behind the show that connects pop culture, social media, and conservative values for Gen Z.

07:46 – Faith in the feed
Reagan explains how she brings Christian values into trending internet stories.

08:46 – Handling hate online
How to stay courageous and grounded in truth when social media turns toxic.

09:46 – Learning from Charlie Kirk’s legacy
What Reagan learned about truth, conviction, and leadership in the wake of his influence.

10:46 – Identity in Christ over comments
Why anchoring your worth in God changes how you respond to criticism.

12:46 – Cleaning up conservative culture
The problem of infighting online—and how to model humility and respect instead.

13:46 – Living as a Proverbs 31 woman today
Reagan shares what it really means to be “above reproach” in a culture of compromise.

15:46 – Humility and leadership
Why true influence starts with service, not status.

17:46 – Faith over popularity
Reagan’s childhood story of standing firm in truth—no matter how unpopular it made her.

19:46 – Getting into Scripture
Practical advice for Gen Z women who want to grow stronger in biblical truth.

20:46 – A day at The Daily Wire
What Reagan’s day-to-day looks like as a host, producer, and creative leader.

22:46 – Balancing faith, work, and marriage
Her honest thoughts on being intentional, supportive, and Christ-centered as a wife.

25:46 – What’s next for Reagan
Exciting projects on the horizon and where to follow her journey online.

Listen if you want to learn:

~ How to stay grounded in faith while working in media
~ Why humility and service are essential for true leadership
~ How to deal with online hate without losing joy
~ What Proverbs 31 womanhood looks like in the modern world

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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