Understanding Gen Z’s Search for Meaning: Faith, Creativity, and the Modern Generation

In this candid and thought-provoking conversation, a 21-year-old film student opens up about faith, creativity, college life, hookup culture, purpose, and the deep spiritual hunger many young people feel but can’t explain.From growing up in a small Texas town to discovering photography, music, and filmmaking, this interview dives into the real struggles and questions facing Gen Z today — and why success, relationships, and social life aren’t enough to satisfy the soul.This is an honest, raw, and surprisingly funny conversation about identity, purpose, and what actually matters.Whether you’re a filmmaker, student, creative, or someone trying to understand this generation, this episode is for you.If you enjoyed this episode of Made in Nacogdoches with Brad Maule, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss a story from the oldest town in Texas. Your support helps this podcast reach more people who love great stories, rich history, and the magic of East Texas.Host Brad Maule is an accomplished American actor, director, and educator best known for his 22-year run as Tony Jones on General Hospital. With a career spanning television, film, and stage, Maule has worked across classical theater, contemporary drama, and musical performance, earning respect for his range, discipline, and longevity in the industry. Beyond acting, he is a dedicated teacher and mentor, shaping the next generation of performers through his work in higher education.Listen to the Podcast Anywhere You Get Your ShowsFind Made in Nacogdoches on:– Apple Podcasts – Spotify– Amazon Music– iHeartRadio– And all major podcast platformsThanks again for being part of the journey. See you in the next episode!#GenZ #FaithJourney #ChristianCreative #FilmmakingLife #FilmStudent #FindingPurpose #YoungAndCalled #CreativeCalling #ChristianFilmmaker #CollegeLife #GenerationZ #SpiritualHunger #PurposeDrivenLife #FaithAndCulture #ArtistLife #PhotographyLife #MusicAndFaith #VideoProduction #Storyteller #FilmInterview #LifeAt21 #ChristianPodcast #CreativeJourney #FaithTalk #CultureConversation #YoungAdults #ChristianMedia #IndieFilmmaker #TexasCreative #CoffeeAndCreativity