We are Childfree
Zoë NobleWe are Childfree celebrates childfree lives, one story at a time. Through honest conversations about human experiences, Zoë Noble and James Glazebrook spotlight the diversity of our global community and offer advice, support and hope for like-minded folks. Find out how to live your best childfree life at wearechildfree.com/ wearechildfree.substack.com
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 80 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | RelationshipsSociety & Culture | |||
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When Sandy was 21, she stepped into the road and was hit by a car. She learned super young that she could die in surgery, so after 9 major reconstructions and a year in a wheelchair, she promised herself, “ I’m going to live my life the way I want to... more
Should you break up with your friend when they won’t forgive you for missing their baby shower? That’s the question from someone who had to stay home to look after their sick dog - and is now being given the silent treatment - that we put to the We a... more
Sandy is living proof that there’s more than one way to be childfree! She used to struggle with ambivalence about having children, always feeling different to the other girls, but still feeling the same pressure to become a mother one day. After a lo... more
Hag. Spinster. Crone. Childless cat lady 🐈⬛ The words have barely changed - and neither has the patriarchal playbook.
In this episode, we trace the threads between the women burned as witches and the childfree women demonised today: fear of female... more
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What an incredible podcast!
You guys are truly doing noble work.
Finding this podcast has brought me such a sense of comfort. I’m in my late 20s and already confident and at peace with my decision to be childfree.
But given my background and culture, I know that the path I've chosen won't always be easy, and just knowing that this community exists somewhere in the world makes me feel stronger and more prepared for whatever comes my way.
Unfortunately, the world we live in can make our inten... more
Apple Podcasts5Nisha8891
India2 months ago - Love this Podcast and the Community that comes with it✨
This Podcast is so important not only for childfree people! It shows a big diversity of different live choices with a lot of empathy and appreciation ! Thanks so much for your work!
Apple Podcasts5Eine Reisebegeisterte
France4 months ago - Greetings from Lagos, Nigeria
I found this at the time I became more vocal and unashamed about not wanting children. I couldn’t find people within my community talking about it openly.
Hearing from women of different ages on your platform is affirming and so encouraging. Thanks for doing this important work.
Apple Podcasts5Darklawyergirl
United Kingdom4 months ago - Love
I absolutely love this podcast. It always makes me feel seen and connected. Dealing with complicated emotions and issues with nuance and grace. Thank you so much for your work and art.
Apple Podcasts5Lisa99022
Canada4 months ago - Thank you!
I look forward to your episodes. I live in the USA, and your show brings me much-needed joy during this chaotic political environment. I am an L.A. California child raised by a Salvadorean and very catholic mother. I’m the first person in my family to choose to be childfree. I knew it at 7yrs old. I’m happy to have stuck to my decision amidst all the pressures and judgments. I found a childfree by choice man, and we have a very fulfilling marriage/life. I still get the judgment, but ... more
Apple Podcasts5LA-Salvi girl
United States5 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #184 | United Kingdom/Society & Culture/Relationships |
Apple Podcasts | #138 |  Australia/Society & Culture/Relationships |
Apple Podcasts | #250 |  Italy/Society & Culture/Relationships |
Apple Podcasts | #156 |  Denmark/Society & Culture/Relationships |
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This show centers on lived experiences of choosing a childfree lifestyle, combining personal storytelling with interviews and thoughtful social critique. Episodes frequently explore gender norms, aging without children, autonomy, and community-building, often featuring elders, activists, and advocates who share practical advice, resilience, and strategies for navigating stigma. A standout pattern is the blend of intimate personal journeys with broader discussions about reproductive rights, societal expectations, and advocacy work, making it a resource for listeners seeking empathy, community, and validation around non-parenting choices.
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We are Childfree launched 6 years ago and published 80 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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