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Beyond Pronatalism | Finding fulfillment, with or without kids

Population Balance
Pronatalism
Motherhood
Childfree Living
Southern Culture
Ecological Justice
Gender Roles
Food Advocacy
Generational Differences
Self-Exploration
Adoption
Environmental Activism
Nicole
Population Growth
Parenting
Vasectomy
Catholicism
Personal Fulfillment
Mormonism
Climate Crisis
Environmentalism

To have or not have kids is one of the biggest decisions we make in our lives, and yet how many of us know that we even have a choice about how we define and create our families? Beyond Pronatalism host Nandita Bajaj interviews women and men from diverse backgrounds who are courageously and creatively navigating pronatalism - the powerful pressures to have children - whether from family, friends, ... more

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Mike and Nandita met in a philosophy class in Toronto. Nandita was trying to break out of the traditional cultural norms of her Indian upbringing. Mike was dissatisfied by the hyper-consumerist norms of his culture. With shared values around environm... more

Growing up in the Soviet Union, Diana felt intense pressure to both excel professionally and become a mother. As a young adult focused on her academic and professional path, her parents' unrelenting pressures for grandchildren left her feeling angry ... more

Christine grew up in a rural community in midwestern U.S., fearing teen pregnancy and sensing early on that motherhood didn't appeal to her - as she longed to broaden her horizons through education and travel. After an abusive marriage and a long, di... more

Growing up Lucy assumed she'd follow the traditional path of marriage and motherhood but, as she grew older, she found herself increasingly questioning the dominant cultural script. Despite a brief period of intense broodiness, she realized that the ... more

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Recent Guests

Melissa Eddy
A mother of four and environmental activist
Episode: Melissa | The Joys of the "Empty Nest"
Juan Camilo Jaramillo
Marine scientist and educator from Colombia, advocating against procreation due to environmental issues.
Various universities in Colombia
Episode: Juan Camilo | Childfree Biologist on Eco-Crises
Hans Peter
A man exploring his decision to remain childfree and the societal implications of pronatalism
Episode: Hans-Peter | Vasectomy as a Gift of Love

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Nandita Bajaj
Host of discussions focusing on navigating pronatalism and alternative pathways to fulfillment beyond traditional family structures.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 30 ratings
  • Excellent podcast

    An excellent podcast, Beyond Pronatalism incorporates interviews with a fascinating selection of guests. Some of the guests are child free, some aren’t, but all are able to comment on the pressures to have children. Some very personal stories, 30 minute episodes, it’s an easily accessible podcast. It compliments the more in-depth Overshoot podcast.

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    Jeremy B8
    United States9 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the captivating and diverse range of guests, who bring personal insights and stories about navigating life without children.
Many find the discussions enlightening, offering new perspectives on societal norms and the pressures surrounding parenthood.

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Juan Camilo | Childfree Biologist on Eco-Crises
Q: What kind of conversations are you having with your students?
Juan discusses teaching students about environmental issues and population growth, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging the carrying capacity of our planet.
Juan Camilo | Childfree Biologist on Eco-Crises
Q: What happened when it was time for you to figure out what family was going to look like for you?
Juan detailed his experiences with three marriages, highlighting how differing desires regarding children affected those relationships.
Juan Camilo | Childfree Biologist on Eco-Crises
Q: What were the things happening around you that made you question it?
Juan reflected on his early concerns about the world being a difficult place for future generations due to issues like poverty and environmental degradation.
Nicole | The Rich Lives of Women Without Kids
Q: Tell me about the kinds of messages you were receiving as a child about your purpose in life as a woman.
Nicole shares how traditional settings and familial influences led her to associate womanhood primarily with motherhood, which she struggled to unpack as she grew older.
Hans-Peter | Vasectomy as a Gift of Love
Q: Did you tell anybody about your vasectomy decision?
I told only my closest friends who celebrated my decision, while others sometimes questioned why I didn't have children.

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This podcast provides a platform for exploring the complexities surrounding the decision to have children or remain childfree, highlighting personal narratives that challenge societal norms and expectations. Conversations with a diverse range of guests reveal various perspectives on motherhood, family dynamics, and fulfillment outside of traditional parenting roles. These discussions not only illuminate the pressures of pronatalism but also celebrate alternative family structures, adoption, and the importance of community, fostering an inclusive space for listeners to contemplate their own choices regarding family life. Each episode emphasizes the significance of open dialogue, enabling listeners to navigate their feelings about parenthood... more

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