✴️ Do you ever wonder what childfree life REALLY looks and feels like? Sure there are the party days and good times of your 20s and 30s (which we both crushed btw) but what about when things start to "slow down" at 50? Is fun still a priority? Does the worry about the elder years increase or decrease? Does regret set in or fade into oblivion? Do friendships change? Is building community with new childfree friends possible? We are a happy childfree couple living in Austin, TX who are here to ...
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Paulette Erato hosts La Vida Más Chévere de Childfree Latina, the only biweekly Spanglish podcast about creating and living your best life, from the childfree Latina perspective. That life starts with liberating ourselves from the toxic cultural brainwashing we've all grown up with in Latinidad. Like assuming everyone wants kids...or the woman should fix her partner a plate at dinner. F that! End the generational trauma and design best life for YOU instead. Let's get rid of the toxic BS and ...
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two childfree pals who just won’t stfu about the DINK (dual income, no kids) lifestyle ✨ the #1 followed childfree & DINK podcast Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/dinky--5953015/support.
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Welcome to the Call Her Daring podcast with Kelley Daring. On this show we’ll be getting radically honest about the female experience. Along with experts and storytellers, I am here to inform, unite and support women across the globe and in all walks of life. Join me and Call Her Daring anywhere you listen to podcasts, plus enjoy behind the scenes content on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube. Send a DM or leave a comment on a topic you would like me to cover, or just say hi. I am so excited to ...
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With more than one million downloads and listeners around the world, the Support is Sexy podcast features inspiring conversations with over 500 diverse women leaders around the world who share how they started, when they struggled and how support played a role in their success. Join host Elayne Fluker -- a top executive coach for high-performing women and author of the book, Get Over "I Got It" (HarperCollins) -- as she facilitates dynamic conversations that will support you along YOUR journ ...
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Good Mourning shines a light on what loss is really like with honesty, hope and humour. Hosts Sally Douglas and Imogen Carn are two mates who are authentic, truthful, a little bit sweary, and on a mission to help others feel less alone. Sal and Im chat with inspiring guests about grief, mental health, resilience, and self-development – no topic is taboo. It's more than just a podcast; it's a supportive community where you'll find understanding and connection. Whether you're seeking honest ad ...
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The Talk locker-room is a podcast shows that features on absolutely everything. No filters, everything that pops up is worth the time♥. Enjoy. Intsagram @thetalklockerroom @zenah.doet @zee.creations254 Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/talklocker-room/support
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Welcome to The Underwire Podcast: Supporting you when life needs a lift. Hosted by Jess G. and Ryan Rainbro, this podcast offers a unique blend of mental health insights, personal growth stories, and expert advice. Join us (and special guests!) as we explore the realms of mental health, fitness, and personal growth, providing support and encouragement to self-improvement seekers and enthusiasts of music, fitness & nutrition, and nerdery. Each episode is crafted to inspire and uplift, tacklin ...
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Brazen is a weekly podcast that aims to help ambitious women question societal norms and make deliberate choices that support their success and fulfillment. Each episode will cover topics that will help you break free from the mindsets, thoughts, and behaviors holding you back in life and business and embrace your main character energy. The podcast also brings Calley and Valerie's unique perspectives to the table. Calley is a nurse practitioner, a mother, and runs a business with her husband ...
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Infertility affects an estimated one in eight couples, and about one in five known pregnancies ends in miscarriage. These experiences can be lonely and isolating for people going through them, and bewildering for those who want to offer support but don’t know how. Join health reporter Anna Almendrala and comedy writer Simon Ganz as they share their journey toward parenthood with frank, humorous discussions on the humiliations and hilarity of infertility, miscarriage, and IVF. Hosted on Acast ...
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Crystal Ball, Clarity of it all podcast is all about gaining clarity, fostering self-discovery, and finding purpose. Each episode delves into different aspects of personal growth, such as understanding your values, setting goals, and taking control of your life. Our guests will share their personal stories and provide insights on how they have improved their mental health, found clarity and live a life they choose. Join us on this journey of self-discovery and learn how to live a more fulfil ...
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Inspire people. Support each others' growth. Create a meaningful life. Does this mission reflect your values? Welcome to the community! What is WHYLD about? Bringing together friends and strangers for conversations on topics that expand their horizons. Fostering the exchange of thoughts between people of diverse walks of life. Giving extraordinary people „from next door“ a voice to share their stories. Celebrating people’s authentic life choices. Why? So that YOU feel inspired to step into Y ...
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People have been opting out of parenthood for a long time, yet being childfree still feels taboo. This podcast is devoted to sharing the stories of the childfree and breaking the stigma. As a life coach, I am passionate about helping women feel empowered and confident in their decision not to have kids. I'll share stories, tips, and ideas to help you live your best childfree life. You can connect with me on Instagram: @coachannaolson (https://www.instagram.com/coachannaolson/) Join our priva ...
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Welcome to the Still Worthy podcast! The safe and empowering haven for people like you and me – single, childfree women looking to embrace our unique path; celebrate our freedom and independence; and live our best, happiest, most fearless, fulfilling, and kick-ass life! This isn’t just a podcast; it’s a sisterhood; a circle of strength, unity, and support; and a celebration of women living on their own terms. For my sisters desiring to strut in their singlehood and live that fabulous, childf ...
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Welcome to "It Doesn't Martyr to Me," the podcast where we dive deep into the realities of motherhood. Join us as we sit down with experts and fellow moms to discuss the challenges of raising children while also prioritizing our own mental, physical, and emotional well-being. From breaking the cycle of people-pleasing to setting boundaries with family and friends, we explore the topics that matter most to modern moms. With every episode, we aim to empower our listeners to embrace a life of s ...
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Text us your thoughts on this episode! "Radikal Erlich" is German for Radically Honest. Join host Kelley Daring and special guest Verena Brunschweiger, author of Do Childfree People Have Better Sex, as they discuss topics like antinatalism, and the impact that having no children (or having one less child) has on climate change issues. Listen in as …
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The Power of Choice: Embracing Childfree Life
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On this episode, we’re diving into the profound topic of empowerment and choice, especially when it comes to parenthood decisions. Joining us is our special guest, Genna Howard. Genna is an incredibly talented tattoo artist, painter, ceramics teacher, and strongman athlete. We’ve been friends for nearly 20 years, ever since our younger years from a…
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Text us your thoughts on this episode! In this episode, join host Kelley Daring as she discusses who the "Cool Aunt" is. The "Cool Aunt" archetype challenges societal norms about family structures and gender roles. She defies the expectation that a woman's primary role is motherhood and expands the definition of family. Kelley discusses the decisio…
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Project 2025: What Childfree People Need To Know
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By popular demand, this episode will cover everything you need to know about Project 2025. If you’re unfamiliar, many are calling Project 2025 a “dystopian right-wing blueprint to overhaul America,” under the assumption that former President and convicted felon Donald Trump is elected to a second term as president. We’ll discuss abortion, women’s r…
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Hilarious Fails of Childfree Wedding Invitations - Ep 68
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Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text! What's the fastest way to offend your potential wedding guests? Commenters on Threads and Instagram posted a million different options for telling people to leave their "trophies" at home. In Part 5 of the childfree wedding series, childfree couple Paulette and Ryan are once again reading through the crudest …
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What To Do When You Catch Yourself Overthinking
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Ever catch yourself in a spiral of anxiety and worry? If your answer is “no,” we want your secret! Chances are, at some point in the last few weeks, you found yourself overthinking about SOMETHING. As childfree individuals, society likes to warn us about our potentially regretful future. While these thoughts may sneak in from time to time, what abo…
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S1E2: Call Her Thoughtfully Maternal
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Text us your thoughts on this episode! Tanya, a regretful mom, shares her experiences and feelings about motherhood. She initially had mixed feelings about having children but decided to have them because her husband wanted kids. Tanya struggles with the role of being a mom and feels overwhelmed by the responsibilities and loss of freedom. Tanya re…
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THIS Is Why You Should Talk About Your Childfree Life!
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Should you be shouting “I’m Childfree!” to the world? We think so! In this episode, we share some powerful reasons why it's important to be vocal about your childfree choice. Even if it doesn't come naturally to you, the benefits of sharing this aspect of your life can often outweigh any potential drawbacks. We'll explain exactly why. Rick reveals …
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The Underground Childfree Movement In New Zealand (With Danni Duncan)
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Today, we’re talking with Danni Duncan: one of the most-well known childfree creators on the internet. You’ll recognize Danni from her incredible New Zealand accent, where she resides with her husband Alex and two cats, Stan and Billie. She’s a self-proclaimed homebody and known for spending her day rearranging her home. She loves fashion, good win…
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Text us your thoughts on this episode! Kelley Daring introduces the Call Her Daring podcast, focusing on radical honesty about the female experience, particularly the taboo topic of regretful parenting. She shares the motivation behind the podcast and her journey from entrepreneurship to impactful storytelling.…
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Saying "I Do" Without the Diapers: 5 Rules for a Childfree Wedding
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Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text! What's the "proper" way to tell your guests you want a childfree wedding? From the etiquette of hosting an adult-only affair to the most tactful ways to convey this message to your guests, we're all over this sometimes-taboo topic. Childfree couple Paulette and Ryan Erato have some experience in this arena. A…
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Bonus Episode: Finding Childfree Joy After Infertility (Is Childfree For Me?)
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Ericka didn't initially choose to be childfree. She spent 10 years navigating a challenging infertility journey, leaving her uncertain about her future. She grappled with concerns about not becoming a mother and feared her life might always feel incomplete. Ericka also faced the judgement and expectation from her faith based community. When joining…
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Gains Beyond Gains: The Connection Between Fitness and Mental Health
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In this episode we discuss the relationship between fitness and mental health with my friend Joey Szatmary. Joey is a multi-sport strength athlete who’s a HUGE advocate for mental health; he’s a strength and conditioning coach, pro-strongman (2019 strongman national champion, by the way), a high school lacrosse coach, gym owner for 7+ years, YouTub…
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What Men Really Say To Sex Workers (With Animal Rescue Hero Krystal The Hot Mess Healer)
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In this episode, we’re joined by Krystal the Hot Mess Healer — she’s a spiritual coach, animal sanctuary director, fitness and wellness entrepreneur, and yes: a retired stripper. We’re gonna talk to her about the sex work industry, the things men said about their “baby mommas” in private, and so much more. Follow Krystal the Hot Mess Healer on TikT…
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Ditch the Flower Girl with Childfree Housewife Vivian Manganello - Ep 66
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Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text! Part 3 in the childfree wedding series comes to us in the form of an email from Vivian, a now "retired" childfree housewife. Vivian's wedding planning started off as a wild ride navigating family expectations, Catholicism, and even some social shaming, all because she dared to say "I don't want kids." Having …
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We're diving into the all-too-familiar rude comments that childfree people just can't seem to avoid. You know the ones – the hurtful, confusing, and downright insane remarks that make us shake our heads. These comments have become so ingrained in our society that people often don't realize just how insensitive they're being. In this episode, we'll …
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Understanding ADHD: Insights, Challenges, and Strategies (with Dr. Dan Yost)
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In this episode, we dive deep into the world of ADHD with our guest, Dr. Dan Yost. In addition to having ADHD themselves, Dr. Dan is a clinical psychologist who has been doing therapy for 15 years, specializing in working with adults with ADHD. Dr. Dan is an occasional pro wrestler on the side and we think that's pretty neat. WHAT WE’RE TALKING ABO…
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Welcome to The Underwire Podcast: Our Adventure Begins (Intro Episode)
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WELCOME! Thank you for listening! Hosted by Jess G. and Ryan Rainbro, this podcast offers a unique blend of mental health insights, personal growth stories, and expert advice. Join us (and special guests!) as we explore the realms of mental health, fitness, and personal growth, providing support and encouragement to self-improvement seekers and ent…
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WHYLD48 - Swim, Bike, Ouch: A Triathlete’s Painful Journey to Hysterectomy - April Yoho
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Send us a Text Message. Lift heavy sh**! “It was tough playing sports, having a period and from a young age of 15, I was having a lot of problems, like endometriosis. For those of you that don't know, you get all sorts of symptoms - heavy, bleeding, painful cramps.” Episode summary: Tech, travel, triathlon – why a full-time job is no excuse not to …
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End of Life Experiences and the Other Side with Nurse Hadley
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Today's guest is the social media star and palliative care nurse Hadley Vlahos (aka Nurse Hadley), who shares her fascinating insights into end-of-life care. She recounts experiences where patients have seen their deceased loved ones, how these encounters have deeply influenced her belief in the afterlife, and the profound impact of these moments o…
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Text us your thoughts on this episode! Join Kelley Daring on the Call Her Daring podcast as she openly discusses taboo topics about the female experience. New episodes every week on all your favorite places to listen to podcasts as well at www.CallHerDaring.com.By Kelley Daring
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Teachers Who Choose To Be Childfree (With TikTok’s “My Teacher Face”)
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We! Love! Teachers! That’s why, in this episode, we’re talking to a legendary, hilarious educator known on TikTok as MyTeacherFace with nearly 700k followers at the time of publication. Dr. Jessica Hawk has been an educator for 32 years and teaches advanced placement English to seniors and a film analysis class in New Jersey — with very exciting th…
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Just Say No to Burnout with Karenna Soto - Ep 65
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Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text! Burnout isn't a gold medal earned at the Exhaustion Olympics. It's totally avoidable, but in our hustle culture, we often wear exhaustion like a badge of honor. Trust that there's nothing honorable about sacrificing your health. Take it from someone who has suffered the consequences! Us childfree Latinas are …
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Do you enjoy using the bathroom without little hands banging on the door? We sure do! In this episode, we dive into the unexpected perks of living childfree. From enjoying your bathroom privacy to turning that spare room into anything you want—yes, even a stripper pole room! We also open up about how imposter syndrome has thrown us into a sea of se…
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The 3 Attachment Styles and How They Impact Your Relationships with Julie Menanno
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Loss impacts relationships—some grow stronger, some strain, and some fracture entirely. So, how can we cultivate relationships that feel secure and safe as we navigate life’s challenges? Our guest today helps us explore just that. Julie Menanno is the author of Secure Love and a Family Therapist, which specialises in emotionally focused therapy for…
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Bonus Episode: Mother-In-Law Pressures ME To Have Kids! (Is Childfree For Me?)
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Has a family member ever made passive aggressive comments about your decision not to have kids? These subtle jabs can make us feel undermined and stir up doubt and confusion about the childfree choice. Today you’ll meet Amanda, who shares her decade-long struggle with a mother-in-law unwilling to accept her childfree lifestyle. Amanda's story highl…
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Being Conceived Via Sperm Donation (With Comedian Chelsea Devantez)
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Grab the Kleenex, because this interview gets *emotional!* Chelsea Devantez is an Emmy-nominated writer, comedian, director, and host of the podcast Glamorous Trash. Before she entered into an overall television deal with 20th Century Fox, she was Jon Stewart’s Head Writer for Apple TV+'s The Problem with Jon Stewart. Other television credits inclu…
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The Loneliest Year: A Health Scare, a Lost Circle, and the Power of Rebuilding - Ep 64
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Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text! What happens when you’re suddenly abandoned by your pack? Loneliness is a universal human emotion that can often go unaddressed and underestimated in its impact. In a society where the focus is too often on productivity and success, acknowledging feelings of isolation and vulnerability can be perceived as a w…
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6 Reasons Why Childfree Friends Are CRUCIAL
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Ever felt a bit out of place in your friend circle because everyone else has kids? Or maybe you find yourself holding back in conversations? In this episode, we unleash the top reasons why it feels so good to be surrounded by childfree friends. It's so refreshing to connect with people who understand your frustrations, your wins and also share simi…
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Sal's Tough Life Decision to be Childfree
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In today's episode, we're sharing untold parts of Sal's story and how losing her mum came at a time when she was making a pivotal life choice of whether or not to have children. Sal shares her journey of grappling with the decision. From early doubts to a pivotal miscarriage that made her question her desires and societal expectations, the loneline…
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WHYLD47 - Peaceful Parkland? The Day My Daughter Did Not Return From School - Lori Alhadeff
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Send us a Text Message. How could she have survived? “I didn't have a playbook at all. Nobody told me on February 15th to go on CNN and yell at the president to do something and to take action. I just did it.” Summary of what we talk about in the episode: Who was Alyssa Alhadeff? What happened in Parkland on February 14th 2018? How does a stay-at-h…
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Being Doxxed Because You’re Childfree (With Mrs. Mikee Garcia)
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Somedays, it really feels like the trolls have it out for childfree folks — but no one knows this more than our friend Mikee. You’ve probably seen her on TikTok, where she has nearly 17k followers under the username @mrs.mikeegarcia. Mikee is a 29-year-old 3rd degree black belt in Taekwondo, a curly girl who loves to help women embrace their natura…
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Where Do I Belong? Childfree Life on the Margins with Amanda B. (Part 2) - Ep 63
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Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text! "Where are you from?" is a question asked all too often of people who are visibly "not white." So what does it mean to be American in a melting pot of immigrants? Picking up where we left off last time, guest Amanda reflects back on her 5 years in Japan and we touch on certain taboo topics like: race vs ethni…
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BONUS: Unpacking Mother Loss with Zoe Marshall
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For this bonus Mother’s Day episode, Zoe Marshall, host of The Deep podcast, joins us to talk about the long-lasting impacts of mother loss. Zoe gets vulnerable about losing her mum, Jan, when she was 20. From coping with toxic family dynamics to raising children without your mum, this conversation explores the heartache – and hope – of life withou…
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Cultural Reflections: Adopted & Childfree with Amanda B. (Part 1) - Ep 62
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Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text! Continuing the study of the parallels in various cultures, we're celebrating AAPI month by exploring the world of childfree adulthood with Amanda from Six Degrees of Cats podcast in Part 1 of this two-part episode. Where do Latinidad and East Asian/Midwestern cultures overlap? You'd be surprised! And despite …
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What Are Childfree People Doing ALL Day?!
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Ever been asked what you do with your free time as a childfree person? If not, get ready – it’s likely that you’ll eventually be hit with this baffling query. In this episode, we dive into why this question pops up and why our free time is still frowned upon by society. Regardless of these silly assumptions, you know we always turn the spotlight ba…
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How to Find Hope After Loss with Rosie Batty
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After tragedy, how do we find hope? We explore That question with today's incredible guest, Rosie Batty. Rosie is a Domestic Violence Campaigner and Author of two books, including her latest, Hope. In 2014, Rosie's son, Luke, was murdered in front of her by his father. Ten years later, Rosie wrote a memoir about what it takes to get through the wor…
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Neurodivergent & Childfree (With Author Sara Elise)
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Today we are excited to chat with a “pleasure doula,” Sara Elise: an autistic, Black & Indigenous, queer, femme, who works primarily in the hospitality, well-being, and food industries. She has graduated business school, worked on Wall Street, and has been featured in Playboy, Nylon, Bon Appetit, StyleLikeU, and was one of BK Magazine’s 50 Most Fas…
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Bonus Episode: My Friends Are Having Kids, Is It My Turn? (Is Childfree For Me?)
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Rick and I will be back next time but stick with me today because I have a very special bonus episode of "Is Childfree For Me?" where my program graduates share their personal story of how they found peace and confidence with the childfree choice. Today you will meet Charlotte, a 32 year old woman from Sweden, who’s anxiety intensified when her bes…
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Non-Mom May: Celebrating Otherhood by Building Community - Ep 61
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Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text! Since host and childfree Latina Paulette Erato was ironically born on Mexican Mother's Day (which is always observed on May 10th), she's turning May into a celebration of The Otherhood, aka Non-Mom May! Non-Mom May is a fiesta dedicated to amplifying the stories of women and non-binary individuals living fulf…
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What happens when you tell your family that you decided NOT to have kids? In this episode, we explore the positive and sometimes uncomfortable reactions that our childfree community has received when they break the no kids news. We uncover a common lie that childfree people resort to when faced with relentless judgment or pressure. (Please comment …
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Coping When Relationships and Friendships End
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In this highly requested episode, we dive into all the different emotions and challenges people face when relationships end with romantic partners, close friends, or family members. Through candid conversations we share practical coping strategies and community experiences, offering a beacon of hope for those grappling with the aftermath of relatio…
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If you’re a Millennial or Gen Z, there’s a good chance you were raised on shows from Disney Channel and Nickelodeon. By now, you’ve probably heard about the documentary ‘Quiet on Set’ which covers the untold story of the abusive environment inside '90s kids' television. So, as two people who love pop culture and aren’t having kids because the plane…
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WHYLD46 - (Latino) Men Don't Cry? From People-Pleasing to Purpose - Dr. Paul Rivera
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Send us a Text Message. Do you know who you are? “You're not white enough for the white people. You're not brown enough for the brown people, and it's our own people judging us.” Summary of what we talk about in the episode: Cultural belonging, financial pressures & mental health - what is it like being a Latino in the US? Vulnerability is strength…
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Unlearning Toxic Cultural Brainwashing with Shweta Ramkumar - Ep 60
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Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text! Self-proclaimed and proud black sheep Shweta Ramkumar sits down with resident childfree Latina Paulette Erato to discuss the parallels between Southern Asian and Latine cultures. And while both cultures can be conservative, sexist, and patriarchal, both women have been fortunate to have supportive families wh…
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Rick and I are on the struggle bus in this candid episode of The Childfree Connection Podcast! We're laying it all out as we unpack the recent challenges that life has thrown our way. We considered skipping this episode but instead found ourselves inspired to tackle a question we're frequently asked by the childfree community, "Is Childfree Life Ea…
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The Power of Grief Dreams with Dr Joshua Black
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If you've ever wanted to know more about your grief dreams and what they are, today's guest will fascinate you. Dr. Joshua Black is a grief researcher, host of the Grief Dreams Podcast and the leading academic expert in grief dreams whose work focuses on dreams and continuing bonds after loss, including prenatal and pet loss. We explore what grief …
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“Trad wife” is the new buzzword in pop culture — and we can’t seem to escape it, no matter how hard we try. While it might seem harmless and dumb on the surface, trad wife culture is deeply rooted in pronatalism. If you’re not familiar with the term, pronatalism is the policy or practice of promoting childbirth or encouraging people to have childre…
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Bonus Episode: Why I Keep Pushing Back Having Kids (Is Childfree For Me?)
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Rick and I will be back next time but today I have a very special bonus episode of "Is Childfree For Me? " where my program graduates share their personal story of how they found peace and confidence with the childfree choice. Today you will meet Delilah. Do you ever feel like you keep pushing back the goal post when it comes to having kids? For ex…
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Candid Childfree Chat with Latino Dad & Batman Expert Erik Fontanez - Ep 59
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Wanna share your thoughts? Send a text! What's it like to have a sibling that doesn't want kids? Batman enthusiast, professional marketer, sports/pop culture podcaster, and baby brother Erik Fontanez joins his childfree sister Paulette Erato to discuss this question. It's a candid and lighthearted discussion about the dynamics of being a childfree …
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