The Birth Rate Decline, Elon Musk, And A Depleted Social Security
Whether you’ve seen it mentioned by Elon Musk on Twitter or in a panic article by the New York Times, you’ve probably heard buzz lately about concerns about the declining birth rate. In this episode, ...
23 Aug 202252min
Maintaining Friendships After Kids
If you’re in your 20s or 30s, there’s a good chance you’ve lost friends as people you knew started to have kids. In today’s episode, Kristen and Erika chat about how to cope when you’re the last child...
16 Aug 202256min
Adoption, Fostering, And Chosen Families
What defines a family? To some, family is about blood relations. For others, family is something you develop with people you love and trust. If you’ve ruled out having biological children, what other ...
9 Aug 202255min
BONUS: The Red Button Theory
Imagine a red button that, when pressed, would instantly end human life and suffering. Would you press it? Kristen and Erika debate this concept in a special bonus episode from the cutting room floor ...
5 Aug 20224min
Antinatalism: Debating The Ethics Of Procreation
Grab some oat milk, because this episode is spicy! This week, Kristen and Erika ask a tough question: is procreation morally wrong? In other words, they discuss the philosophical topic of antinatalism...
2 Aug 202246min
Tools To Help Make A Decision About Having Kids
Fencesitters, unite!! If you’re questioning whether having kids is right for you, this episode has got you covered. We’re covering the top tools — from workbooks to influencers and beyond — to explore...
26 Jul 202251min
How Much Does It Cost To Raise A Child? (Hint: They Ain’t Cheap)
This week, we’re talking about everyone’s favorite topic: MONEY. We share our hot takes on baby showers, unpack how much it really costs to raise a child, and compare the financial tolls of having a c...
19 Jul 202243min
Do Children Make You Happier? Here’s What The Data Says
Parents often say that the happiest day of their lives is the day their children were born… But is that true? Do kids *actually* make you happier — or lead to more meaningful lives? This week, Erika a...
12 Jul 202244min
