Pondering Thoughts Podcast
Pondering Thoughts Podcast is a captivating podcast for curious minds. Hosted by K. Wilkes, each episode is crafted with care to provide you with engaging stories, thought-provoking insights, and occasional interviews to satiate the hungry minds of curious individuals. From themes in literature to cultural phenomena and everything in between Pondering Thoughts Podcast will delve into a myriad of topics that will leave you endlessly curious.
So get ready to embark on an adventure of stimulating conversations that will leave you pondering long after each episode ends.
Pondering Thoughts Podcast
Special Series: Childfree by Choice - Part II: The Research Behind the Choice with Dr. Jennifer W. Neal
In the second installment of our "Childfree By Choice" series, host K. Wilkes engages in an enlightening discussion with Dr. Jennifer Neal, a prominent researcher, at Michigan State University, specializing in child-free adults. This episode takes a deep dive into the motivations and demographics of individuals who choose not to have children, examining the stereotypes they face and the societal perceptions surrounding their lifestyle. Dr. Neal shares valuable insights from her research, highlighting the increasing visibility of child-free individuals and the implications for policy and societal norms. Together, they discuss the benefits of this choice and the importance of inclusive policies that address the unique needs of the child-free population. Join us for this thought-provoking conversation that sheds light on the growing acceptance of child-free living.
Also be sure to revisit Part I of this series, The Choice to Be Childfree with Mia Voss.
Chapters
02:00 Introduction to Child-Free Research
05:03 The Emergence of Child-Free Adults
08:07 Understanding the Child-Free Terminology
11:05 Reasons Behind Choosing Child-Free
13:58 Demographics of Child-Free Adults
16:53 Societal Expectations and Stereotypes
20:05 Benefits of Being Child-Free
27:13 Exploring Child-Free Research in the U.S.
28:58 International Perspectives on Child-Free Living
30:44 Demographic Insights into Child-Free Individuals
32:59 Raising Visibility for Child-Free Choices
34:14 Policy Implications for Child-Free Individuals
36:54 The Future of Child-Free Conversations
46:21 Final Thoughts on Child-Free Living
Resources and Guest Information - Dr. Jennifer W. Neal
Guest Websites:
- https://www.jennawneal.com/
- Thechildfree.org
- Google Scholar: Dr. Jennifer W. Neal
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