Are All the Good Guys Taken? Raising the Bar in Modern Dating - Episode 12 - Wednesday, August 13, 2025

From “normal” becoming the bare minimum to uncovering the hidden red flags, the ladies of Gen Z Unplugged tackle one of the most asked questions on college campuses: Are all the good guys really taken? In this honest and often hilarious deep dive, they unpack the four qualities that truly matter in a partner—faith & morals, values, lifestyle, and attraction—while warning against love bombing, settling for bare-minimum effort, and ignoring your gut. Plus, they break down the surprising stats on cohabitation before marriage, how birth control can shift who you find attractive, and the “Four Horsemen” that predict relationship failure. Whether you’re dating, engaged, or single by choice, this episode will help you raise your standards without losing your heart.

[00:17] Welcome to Gen Z Unplugged + today’s big question: Are all the good guys taken?

[00:49] Why “normal” shouldn’t be the standard—raising the bar in relationships

[01:45] Faith & morals: Why shared beliefs are non-negotiable

[05:15] Spotting spiritual leadership without crossing dating boundaries

[08:11] Values & family: Respect, friends, and being a man of your word

[11:16] Bare minimum vs. true effort in dating

[11:17] Lifestyle compatibility and why it matters long-term

[12:25] The surprising divorce stats on living together before marriage

[14:02] Cohabitation convenience traps & “test drive” relationship myths

[16:17] Attraction in Christian dating: Is it optional?

[18:35] How birth control can change who you find attractive

[20:35] When to break up: Big red flags vs. subtle warning signs

[26:19] The “Four Horsemen” that predict relationship breakdowns

[29:50] Communication, listening to loved ones, and removing rose-colored glasses

[32:32] Why dating should be fun—and why you shouldn’t wait for someone to change

[33:17] Closing thoughts + share your funniest dating stories

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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