Relatable with Allie Beth Stuckey
Episode 1263 | "My ‘Feminist’ Speech Controversy: A Biblical Response"
Date: November 5, 2025
Host: Allie Beth Stuckey, Blaze Podcast Network
Episode Overview
In this episode, Allie Beth Stuckey addresses a recent controversy ignited by a viral clip of her Turning Point USA speech, where she spoke about the failures of feminism and the dangers of pornography. Responding to criticism—particularly from a segment of online right-leaning men accusing her of feminism—she offers a biblical perspective on women's roles in the church, home, and society. Allie uses the episode to clarify her message, debunk misconceptions, and encourage listeners, especially women, to remain faithful to their God-given callings, unaffected by online ire or shifting cultural opinions.
Main Discussion Points
1. Viral Speech & Backlash: Context and Perspective
[00:01–07:45]
- Allie’s speech at a Turning Point USA event at LSU included five "controversial truths," emphasizing that feminism has failed women and that pornography weakens men.
- On Instagram, the response was positive, but on X (Twitter), she was harshly criticized—called a "feminist," "bad mom," and "negligent wife," and accused of usurping male authority.
- The criticism mainly stemmed from a vocal niche of the online right, some anonymous but with notable followings, crossing between Reformed and Catholic circles.
"On X it wasn't received that way. Instead, I was called a feminist... told that I should only talk to women or that I should not talk at all, that women have no place in the public square." (Allie, 04:00)
2. What Allie Said: Key Excerpts from the Speech
[07:46–14:10]
- Motherhood as Fulfillment:
Allie emphasized that all women are called to “mother,” whether biologically or spiritually, and that womanhood is about nurturing people, not focusing solely on careers, pets, or hobbies.
"Women, you were given this unique capacity to create and then sustain life... we have to honor these roles as the high callings that they are." (Turning Point Speech clip, ~10:50)
- Pornography and Masculinity:
She argued pornography harms men and society, objectifies women and children, and destroys marriages.
"Porn makes you weak... We need your masculinity, and we need your strength, and we need those things to be harnessed for good."
(Allie, summarizing her speech, ~13:30)
3. Analyzing the Backlash
[17:15–24:30]
Major Critiques Leveled at Allie:
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“Feminist Nagging” — Accusation that by speaking out against porn, Allie was being a feminist.
- Allie responds that feminism teaches women to strive for sameness with men, which she explicitly rejects.
- Points out her consistent work against feminism and progressive gender ideology.
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“Should Only Teach Women” — Critique that Allie should not address mixed audiences.
- Allie’s ministry has always prioritized women, but she sees value in women encouraging men toward godliness, especially when done respectfully and biblically.
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“Took a Man’s Place” — Some accused her of occupying a platform that should only belong to men.
- She dismantles the idea that male and female Christian voices are interchangeable and stresses that God calls people according to unique gifts and situations.
"Men and women bring a unique thing to the table... It’s not just arbitrary. We can’t just be exchanged out like widgets."
(Allie, 38:30)
- “Violated Biblical Commands” — Charges of disobeying scripture (Eph 5, 1 Cor 14, 1 Tim 2, Titus 2).
- Allie walks through these verses, explaining traditional interpretations and her family's choices.
- She affirms male pastoral authority and differentiation of roles, but rejects the application of these scriptures to her public speaking outside church pulpits.
"I don't think women should be pastors. I don't think they should be preaching at church from pulpit to a mixed crowd... So many opportunities I have turned down because of that stance, because I believe it's biblical."
(Allie, 1:39:20)
4. The Deeper Biblical Response
[47:00–1:04:30]
- Allie elaborates on what “keeper of the home” means, affirming women should prioritize home and children, but that cultural and life season variations matter.
- Describes her own family setup: working closely with her husband (her business manager) and keeping children involved wherever possible.
- Clarifies that her spiritual accountability is to her husband, father, pastor, and not anonymous online critics.
"I am not under the authority, I am not in any spiritual obligation to any random man on the Internet. I’m just not."
(Allie, 58:45)
- Reiterates that all Christians—men and women—are called to make disciples. Women’s ministries and conferences are legitimate and often bear great spiritual fruit.
5. Internet Culture & Character
[1:04:31–1:20:30]
- Allie reflects on the toxicity of online culture, particularly the crassness and slander in some right-wing circles.
- Discusses biblical dangers of reviling, gossip, and slander, noting they’re listed alongside sexual immorality as disqualifying from the Kingdom.
"A reviler will not inherit the kingdom of God. And it's interesting, we consistently see like homosexuality and sexual immorality in the same list as slander and reviling..."
(Allie, 1:13:00)
- Challenges listeners to examine motives: Are debates and corrections meant to build up the body of Christ, or simply stir controversy and earn clicks?
6. Warnings and Encouragements for Christian Women
[1:25:00–1:41:30]
- Don’t let negative interactions with men, even in the church, push you toward feminism or away from biblical truth.
- If you encounter bad fruit among fellow Christians, don't abandon the faith—return to God’s Word to discern truth.
"Before you say, ‘I’m out... I don’t believe it either,’ go to the Word of God and say, ‘Okay, God, what do you say? Because what you say matters.’"
(Allie, 1:29:15)
- Faithfulness is measured by God’s standard, not public praise or criticism.
- Women are essential to the church—Scripture includes numerous examples of courageous, godly women leading and serving at great cost without usurping male roles.
Notable Quotes
- "If you live by the crowd, you will die by the crowd."
(Allie, [1:30:05]) - "Leadership in any way is a commitment to being misunderstood." — Attributed to Pastor Todd Wagner ([~35:30])
- "You are needed in so many ways. While also acknowledging that motherhood and being a wife is an extremely high calling... that doesn’t silence your voice."
(Allie, [1:39:45]) - On biblical women:
"The writers of the Bible... purposely included these courageous stories of women obeying God at whatever cost..."
(Allie, [1:38:09])
Timestamped Memorable Moments
- Introduction & Setting up the Controversy: (00:01–03:40)
- Viral Speech Clip on Motherhood: (10:50–12:15)
- Viral Speech Clip on Pornography: (13:30–15:04)
- Defining Feminism & Responding to Accusations: (20:10–23:50)
- Explaining Real-Life Family Balance: (54:22–58:50)
- Discussing Slender, Reviler Warned in Scripture: (1:13:00)
- Final Encouragement to Faithfulness: (1:30:05)
- Biblical Women Examples: (1:38:09–1:40:30)
Share the Arrows Spotlight: Supporting Elizabeth Eddy
[1:41:50–End]
- Allie uplifts pro soccer player Elizabeth Eddy, who was vilified for defending fairness in women’s sports.
- Eddy called for biological standards in the National Women’s Soccer League, was labeled "transphobic" and "racist" by teammates (notably just for supporting biological reality).
“Go to her Instagram... comment nice things, send her a message. Pray for her. This is a sister in Christ... You can send those arrows my way too. That’s treating others how we would want to be treated.”
(Allie, 1:44:30)
- Allie urges women to stand with those courageously speaking truth.
Takeaways & Closing Guidance
- Women’s voices matter in the church and world; biblical restrictions don’t equate to blanket silence.
- Discernment, self-control, and gentle correction are vital for all believers.
- Women should seek to please God, not crowds, and anchor their purpose and value in the imago dei, not cultural affirmation.
- Courage is required: “You stay the course, woman. You run the race that Jesus has marked out for you. You obey his word, you listen to his voice...”
Resources Mentioned
- Mike Winger’s series on Women in Ministry: Allie recommends for further biblical study (“Go watch that. I learned a lot. You’ll learn a lot.” [~1:41:30])
- Elizabeth Eddy on Instagram (Professional soccer player): Allie encourages support.
Tone: Compassionate, direct, scripturally anchored, sometimes humorous and self-deprecating, always encouraging toward women’s biblical roles and callings.
Intended Audience: Primarily Christian women, but also men interested in church roles, conservative theology, and practical Christian living.