El Podcast

E16: Why leftists are leaving the woke left w/ Freely Ashley

Episode Summary

Former leftist Freely Ashley shares her journey toward conservatism, sparked by personal reflection and open debate. She critiques critical race theory, gender ideology, and victimhood culture, emphasizing the importance of family, responsibility, and critical thinking. The conversation explores how media, education, and politics shape beliefs and divide society.

Episode Notes

In this episode, former leftist turned conservative YouTuber Freely Ashley discusses her political transformation, critiques modern progressive ideology, and explores how culture, media, and family shape beliefs and identity.

Guest Bio: Freely Ashley is a conservative content creator and host of the YouTube channel Freely Ashley. A former leftist, she shares her journey of political realignment and critiques of contemporary progressive ideology, focusing on family values, critical thinking, and cultural trends.

Topics Discussed:

• Ashley’s political shift after 2016 and her evolving views on feminism, abortion, and socialism
• The impact of critical race theory, gender ideology, and victimhood culture on education and society
• How family, parenting, and faith influence personal and political beliefs
• The role of social media and corporate influence in shaping modern ideology
• Concerns over censorship, state overreach, and loss of traditional values
• Homeschooling, community resilience, and rebuilding through family and local action

Best 3 Quotes:

• “I realized I couldn’t back up any of my viewpoints logically—it was all emotional appeal.”
• “If you take away skills from people, you cripple entire generations who don’t know how to operate in the real world.”
• “We’re being divided while the elites laugh their way to the bank—unity and strong families are the way forward.”

📺Watch the full episode on YouTube➡️https://youtu.be/IdcqKRs7VmU