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Are smartphones affecting birth rate? A proposed law would require 'recording warning light' for smart glasses and plenty more news from science and technology in this week's 'Tech It Out'See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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(June 10, 2026) Who is Steve Hilton and does he really have a chance to be California’s next governor. Remote work is taking a toll on your mental health. ‘Dynamic’ grocery pricing, what it means for you. Birthrates are down globally, blame your smartphone.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sometimes you just need an impromptu therapy session with absolutely no professionals present. From the adult who calls their parents by their first names to the person who orders a salad at a pub, Clare, Amelia and Em are unpacking the exact types of people we just don’t trust. SUBSCRIBE to Mamamia and never miss a word of Out Loud. Plus get access to every story and our exercise app, MOVE. Australia’s fertility rate has sunk to a record low, but researchers swear they’ve found the one simple trick to get women to have more babies. It does involve your home office’s proximity to the bedroom, but not quite in the way you might think. Plus, how are powerful women like Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan still being target with 300 year old Salem tropes like ‘Ditch The Witch’? Julia Gillard, like us, has thoughts. Also, Madonna just dropped a star-studded 10-minute musical short film called Confessions II. We’re breaking down every single celebrity cameo you might have missed. And, we explain the reason why Taylor Swift, Timothée Chalamet and Ben Stiller are in orange and blue all over your social media feed. SUBSCRIBE here: Support independent women's media What To Listen To Next: Listen to our latest episode: 3 (Celebrity) Weddings And A Guest Drama Listen: Spoiled Pig Syndrome & Our List Of Things That Are Just Not Working Listen: Sorry Clare. There’s No Better Time To NOT Have A Baby Listen: The Boy ‘Mom’ Trap & Actually, We’ve Met Listen: The Married People Claiming 'Hot Divorce Energy' Listen: Don’t Go To Uni, Baby Doll Dresses & The World’s Coolest Wedding Hat Listen: Reading-Gap Relationships & The 'Daddy' Of It All Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here including the very latest episode of Parenting Out Loud, the parenting podcast for people who don't listen to... parenting podcasts. SUBSCRIBE here: Support independent women's media You can now watch our show in full length video on the Apple Podcast app - make sure your phone is up to date and we can't wait for you to see Mamamia Out Loud on Apple What to read: 'Five words from someone I trusted nearly broke me. Here's what I know now.' HOLLY WAINWRIGHT: Want to start a fight in 3 words? Work from home. The real reason less of us are having babies in 2025. Your 5-minute news explainer to get you up to date on June 9, 2026. THE END BITS: Check out our merch at MamamiaOutLoud.com GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at outloud@mamamia.com.au Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message. Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud and on Tiktok @mamamiaoutloud Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land on which we have recorded this podcast.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bruce & Gaydos discuss a pair of recently published studies that point to evidence linking the increase in digital technology to the decrease of fertility rates.
Qing Wang talks with Remko Tanis about what's really behind China's falling birth rate: it's about a lot more than just money, or lack thereof.Qing's eye opening essay on the topic, is available to read and download here.Qing, a multi-award winning journalist, podcaster, and social media influencer, shares her insights as China and the World Fellow at Asia Society Switzerland, made possible through the generous support of MoneyMuseum Zurich.Stay up-to-date on all events and activities at Asia Society Switzerland: subscribe to the newsletter and support our work by becoming a member.--STATE OF ASIA is a podcast from Asia Society Switzerland. Published: June 10, 2026Host/Editor: Remko Tanis, Managing Editor, Asia Society Switzerland
(June 09, 2026) ABC News tech reporter joins the show for ‘Tech Tuesday.’ Today, Mike talks about Apple showing off their next generation of products & AI improvements and the brand-new electric vehicle that’s not a car. The Push to bring AI doctors into American medicine. Some California homeowners are now facing an incredible ‘wildfire deductibles.’ Birthrates across the world are down… are smartphones to blame?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Canada is getting closer to a nationwide under-16 social media ban, with Ottawa set to table new online harms legislation that would also regulate AI chatbots. Then, we unpack new research linking the iPhone's arrival to falling birth rates, and what that says about modern relationships. Plus, in The Big Picture: Ottawa backs off streamer fees, a US judge strikes down the $100K H-1B fee, and airlines line up for federal loans as fuel costs soar.The Peak Daily is produced in partnership with reframevid.com
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Births in England and Wales have fallen again, for the fourth record-low year in a row, and the numbers are not exactly whispering. They are standing in the kitchen at midnight, holding a mug of tea, saying, “We may have a problem here.”In this episode of Mark and Pete, we look at the dramatic fall in the birth rate, the latest ONS figures, and what they reveal about family, fertility, money, housing, culture, marriage, and the strange modern habit of treating children as both priceless blessings and impossible luxury goods.England and Wales recorded 585,396 live births in 2025, down from 594,677 in 2024. The total fertility rate fell to around 1.39 children per woman, far below the usual replacement level of about 2.1. Back in 1970, there were 784,486 live births and the fertility rate was around 2.40. In plain English, we are having far fewer babies than we used to, and not by a polite little margin either.We also discuss the wider fertility picture, including studies suggesting sperm counts may have fallen sharply since the 1970s. That does not prove the birth-rate collapse is biological, and no, we are not about to blame the entire thing on plastic bottles and sad sandwiches. But it does suggest the story may be deeper than lifestyle choice alone.So why are people having fewer children? Is it housing? Childcare costs? Delayed marriage? Economic anxiety? Cultural exhaustion? A loss of hope? Or simply the fact that modern life appears to have been designed by a committee of accountants who once saw a family from a distance?From a Christian perspective, children are not merely demographic units. They are gifts, blessings, futures, interruptions, joys, terrors, and little walking reminders that life is meant to continue.A sharp, thoughtful and sardonic look at Britain's falling birth rate, fertility decline, family life, and what happens when a nation quietly stops expecting tomorrow.
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Housing affordability may be impacting more than homeownership—it could be affecting population growth itself. In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down new research linking rising housing costs to declining birth rates and explores what slowing population growth could mean for future housing demand, home prices, and real estate investors. Plus, lessons from Japan and the demographic trends investors should be watching today. Source: https://www.realtor.com/news/trends/population-decline-2064-housing-market-risk/
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This is The Briefing, a daily analysis of news and events from a Christian worldview.On today's edition of The Briefing, Dr. Mohler discusses a doctor who made a MAID assessment outside a Tim Hortons in Canada that led to the patient's death, the decline in birth rates happening everywhere, and how sin has led to the birth rate crisis.Part I (00:14 – 10:20)Doctor Makes MAID Assessment Outside Tim Hortons: The Culture of Death Has Reached New Depths of Evil in CanadaOntario man dies of MAID after being assessed outside Tim Hortons by National Post (Sharon Kirkey)Part II (10:20 – 19:07)The Decline in Birth Rates is Happening Everywhere: The Surprising Trends Causing Catastrophic Birth Rates Have Been a Longtime ComingWhy birth rates are falling everywhere all at once by The Financial Times (John Burn-Murdoch)Part III (19:07 – 25:23)The Spiritual Problem of Falling Birth Rates: Sin is the Ultimate Root of This Crisis and Not Just External FactorsSign up to receive The Briefing in your inbox every weekday morning.Follow Dr. Mohler:X | Instagram | Facebook | YouTubeFor more information on The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, go to sbts.edu.For more information on Boyce College, just go to BoyceCollege.com.To write Dr. Mohler or submit a question for The Mailbox, go here.
There are plenty of reasons NOT to have kids. But a new paper suggests having them may be the only way to protect gender equality over the long term.
In more than two-thirds of the world, the average number of children born to each woman has fallen below the “replacement rate”. Employment, home ownership and education are still big factors. But increasingly, so are mobile phones.Mentioned in this podcast:Why birth rates are falling everywhere all at onceCredit: The Columbus DispatchWant to get in touch? Email us at podcasts@ft.comNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted by Victoria Craig, and produced by Marc Filippino. Our show was mixed by Sam Giovinco. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Flo Phillips is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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There has been a steady decline in birth rates in the country. CT Mirror's Sasha Allen did a piece on it and explains why the decline is happening.
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In this birth rate debate, we explore: - The cataclysmic impacts of the current birth rates for future generations. - Why so many young women are opting out of motherhood. - What can be done to fix declining birth rates globally. - and much more... Guests: - Lyman Stone is a demographer, researcher, and a writer. - Simone Collins is an author and pronatalist advocate focused on fertility and demographic decline. - Stephen J. Shaw is a data scientist and filmmaker. Sponsors: See discounts for all the products I use and recommend: https://chriswillx.com/deals Get up to $350 off the Eight Sleep Pod 5 at https://eightsleep.com/modernwisdom Get up to 20% off Timeline powered by Mitopure (now at a lower price) at https://timeline.com/modernwisdom Get the brand new Whoop 5.0 and your first month for free at https://join.whoop.com/modernwisdom Get 15% off your first order of my favourite Non-Alcoholic Brew at https://athleticbrewing.com/modernwisdom Get ChatGPT to explore ideas, solve problems, and learn faster at https://chatgpt.com Timestamps: (0:00) Why We Should Be Worried About Birth Rate Decline (5:20) The Shocking Reality of Falling Fertility (8:12) What Happens If the Population Shrinks? (17:40) Is Low Fertility a Threat to the Economy? (25:39) Why Are Birth Rate Debates So Controversial? (38:46) Is Having Kids Too Expensive Now? (51:45) Why People Are Delaying Parenthood (58:41) Would Marrying Younger Fix the Problem? (01:01:45) Do Kids Actually Make You Happier? (01:12:14) Does Age Predict Fertility Levels? (01:18:34) The Hidden Risks of Selection Pressure (01:27:52) How Does Education Impact Birth Rates? (01:35:05) Do Men Want Families More Than Women Now? (01:38:59) Are We Choosing Travel Over Children? (01:45:06) Do You Lose Yourself When You Have Kids? (02:07:20) Should Mothers Get Free Education? (02:10:20) Are Women Being Blamed for Declining Birth Rates? (02:20:51) Why Is Everyone So Offended? (02:29:51) Should Fathers Be Doing More at Home? (02:39:41) Birth Rates vs Climate Change: What Matters More? (02:46:29) Should Governments Pay People to Have Kids? (02:57:48) Are Families Getting Smaller? (03:07:50) Are Tax Policies Punishing the Child-Free? (03:12:51) Is Education the Answer? (03:19:36) The Most Shocking Birth Rate Facts (03:26:47) Does Contraception Actually Affect Birth Rates? (03:34:46) Will This Change Your Mind? Extra Stuff: Get my free reading list of 100 books to read before you die: https://chriswillx.com/books Try my productivity energy drink Neutonic: https://neutonic.com/modernwisdom Episodes You Might Enjoy: #577 - David Goggins - This Is How To Master Your Life: lnkfi.re/SN-Goggins #712 - Dr Jordan Peterson - How To Destroy Your Negative Beliefs: lnkfi.re/SN-Peterson #700 - Dr Andrew Huberman - The Secret Tools To Hack Your Brain: lnkfi.re/SN-Huberman - Get In Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chriswillx Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/chriswillx YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/modernwisdompodcast Email: https://chriswillx.com/contact - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Kim on a Whim tackles America's collapsing birth rate and the growing belief among younger generations that marriage and parenthood are obstacles instead of life goals. Kim argues modern feminism, corporate ambition culture, and social messaging have convinced many women that being “just a mom” is somehow a failure, pointing to criticism directed at Missouri singer and mother Hannah Harper after her American Idol win. Marc and Kim debate whether technology, social media, and dating apps have emotionally isolated people and weakened real-world social skills, with Marc arguing hookup culture and instant-access dating apps have stripped relationships of meaningful emotional connection. The conversation expands into concerns about AI-generated communication, fake online identities, and even people forming romantic attachments to AI bots, while Kim warns younger generations increasingly rely on artificial tools instead of authentic interaction. The segment blends cultural criticism, personal stories about marriage and dating, and broader concerns about how technology, feminism, and modern social habits may be reshaping relationships, family formation, and the future population itself. Hashtags: #KimOnAWhim #BirthRate #DatingApps #AI #SocialMedia #Marriage #Parenthood #Feminism #FamilyValues #Tinder #Hinge #ArtificialIntelligence #Relationships #HookupCulture #AmericanIdol #HannahHarper
The gap between the number of births and deaths is narrowing. Latest Stats NZ data shows there was about 15 hundred fewer births in the year ending in March, and 170 more deaths. The fertility rate has dropped from 1.58 births per woman to 1.53 and the infant mortality rate is also down. Massey University sociologist Paul Spoonley told Mike Hosking at some point the number of births will equal the number of deaths. He says that's never happened before, except for during one-off events like the Black Death in Europe. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Tenpenny Files – Emma Waters examines how cultural pressure around career, independence, and identity shapes marriage, motherhood, birth rates, and surrogacy. She connects personal choices to policy concerns, including contracts, citizenship, and family formation, while drawing from biblical wisdom and her book Lead Like Jael to explain what women are not being told...
The U.S. fertility rate dropped to another record low in 2025, according to provisional CDC data, marking a 23% drop since 2007. Jill Filipovic, attorney and author of several books, including OK Boomer, Let's Talk: How My Generation Got Left Behind (Atria/One Signal Publishers, 2020), and Karen Guzzo, director of the Carolina Population Center and a sociology professor at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, explain what's behind the decline, the current Republican and far-right conservative policy plans to try and reverse those trends and what actually works to incentivize a growing population. Photo: A doctor uses a hand-held Doppler probe on a pregnant woman to measure the heartbeat of the fetus on Dec. 17, 2021, in Jackson, Miss. (Credit: Rogelio V. Solis/AP)
Birthrates have been declining for years here in the U.S., but for those 45 and up they’re increasing by double digits. Actress Cameron Diaz and her husband, 47-year-old Benji Madden just announced the birth of their son, Nautus. The couple has been very private about the details of their growing family, but they are on a sizable list of notable, older parents. While some people may have negative comments about the impact to the child, many recent studies have found that having children later in life, thanks to modern technology, has increased health benefits for both the parents and the child. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Birthrates have been declining for years here in the U.S., but for those 45 and up they’re increasing by double digits. Actress Cameron Diaz and her husband, 47-year-old Benji Madden just announced the birth of their son, Nautus. The couple has been very private about the details of their growing family, but they are on a sizable list of notable, older parents. While some people may have negative comments about the impact to the child, many recent studies have found that having children later in life, thanks to modern technology, has increased health benefits for both the parents and the child. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Birthrates have been declining for years here in the U.S., but for those 45 and up they’re increasing by double digits. Actress Cameron Diaz and her husband, 47-year-old Benji Madden just announced the birth of their son, Nautus. The couple has been very private about the details of their growing family, but they are on a sizable list of notable, older parents. While some people may have negative comments about the impact to the child, many recent studies have found that having children later in life, thanks to modern technology, has increased health benefits for both the parents and the child. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Birthrates have been declining for years here in the U.S., but for those 45 and up they’re increasing by double digits. Actress Cameron Diaz and her husband, 47-year-old Benji Madden just announced the birth of their son, Nautus. The couple has been very private about the details of their growing family, but they are on a sizable list of notable, older parents. While some people may have negative comments about the impact to the child, many recent studies have found that having children later in life, thanks to modern technology, has increased health benefits for both the parents and the child. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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People have been talking about the declining birth rate for years. So, why do these same people ignore the fact that people are not having sex like they used to? The last time I checked, people needed to have sex in order to make babies. I wonder if there is a connection? Well, DUH. Thanks for listening, Dr. Nick.
The U.S. birth rate is falling—and it's not just a statistic. It's a shift that will impact our economy, healthcare system, and the future of families for generations to come. In this episode of MamaDoc BabyDoc, we take a deep dive into America's declining fertility rate and what's really behind it. From rising maternal age and infertility to the financial pressures of raising children, we explore the complex, deeply personal decisions shaping modern motherhood. We discuss: Why the U.S. birth rate has dropped below replacement level The role of delayed childbearing and career priorities The impact of student debt, childcare costs, and maternal leave policies How infertility and conditions like Polycystic Ovary Syndrome are contributing The emotional weight many women and couples carry around timing, readiness, and uncertainty What this trend means for the future of healthcare and society As an OB/Gyn physician, I bring both a clinical and human perspective to this conversation—because behind every statistic is a story, a choice, or sometimes, a struggle. Whether you're planning a family, in the thick of it, or simply curious about this cultural shift, this episode offers insight, empathy, and a deeper understanding of a national trend that affects us all.
Megan Lynch talks with Ness Sandoval, a demographer and sociologist at Saint Louis University, about the sharp decline in births across the St. Louis region. Birth rates have fallen significantly since 2008, with historic lows after COVID, and counties like St. Charles County seeing major drops. Sandoval explains the key factors behind the trend, including housing affordability and limited new construction, and what it could mean long term as the region could lose up to 150,000 children by 2045.
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Slovakia is experiencing a continued decline in birth rates, with fewer children being born each year and noticeable changes in the country's demographic structure. The report from the Statistical Office of Slovak Republic says, the birth rates recorded for the year 2025 were the lowest since the World War II. What is behind this trend, and how will it shape the future of Slovak society? In today's programme, we take a closer look at the latest data and long-term projections with demographer Boris Vaňo.
Today's Poll Question at Smerconish.com: "Is America's record low fertility rate a problem?" America's birth rate has fallen to historic lows, well below the level needed to sustain the population—but does it actually matter? Michael explores the economic, social, and political implications of a shrinking younger generation, including pressure on Social Security, a tightening labor force, and shifting demographics. Listen here for some great insights and data, then vote, and please rate, review and share this podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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The U.S. fertility rate is at an all-time low, according to recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Researchers say this is part of a larger downward trend. Since 2007, the number of Americans having babies has dropped 23%, well below the replacement level, meaning not enough are being born to replace those who die. William Brangham discussed more with Brian Mann of NPR. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
The U.S. fertility rate is at an all-time low, according to recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Researchers say this is part of a larger downward trend. Since 2007, the number of Americans having babies has dropped 23%, well below the replacement level, meaning not enough are being born to replace those who die. William Brangham discussed more with Brian Mann of NPR. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
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Sociologist Philip N. Cohen debunks the pronatalist claims on both the right and left that falling birth rates spell disaster. Noting that pronatalism is a key feature of authoritarian states, Cohen warns that the adoption of the problematic 'fertility crisis' framing among liberals is paving the way for coercive right-wing policies, and why we must abandon this narrative. We also explore evolving definitions of family beyond the traditional model and why public-facing scholarship matters more than ever. Highlights include: Why framing low birth rates as a crisis on the political left can push policy toward coercive pronatalism when those incentive-based approaches fail; Why left-leaning policies like healthcare, education, housing, and childcare should be pursued on justice-based grounds, not in an attempt to raise birth rates; Why right-wing pronatalism is often tied to not just economic growth concerns but also to xenophobic, racist, and anti-feminist agendas that serve to entrench male dominance; Why fears of population collapse are overstated and overlook the realities of delayed childbirth and the unreliability of long-term demographic projections; How lower birth rates create additional resources and improved opportunities for younger generations; Why media's 'both-sides' framing of demographic debates leads to unqualified pronatalist proponents being amplified; Why we should consider taxing marriage, not subsidizing it, given the numerous benefits attached to marriage; Why academics should move beyond the ivory tower to share clear, engaging, and useful knowledge with the public as active 'citizen scholars' in a democratic society; How the core caregiving role of families endures even as their forms and definitions continue to evolve and diversify in the modern era. See episode website for show notes, links, and transcript: https://www.populationbalance.org/podcast/philip-cohen OVERSHOOT | Shrink Toward Abundance OVERSHOOT tackles today's interlocked social and ecological crises driven by humanity's excessive population and consumption. The podcast explores needed narrative, behavioral, and system shifts for recreating human life in balance with all life on Earth. With expert guests from wide-ranging disciplines, we examine the forces underlying overshoot: from patriarchal pronatalism that is fueling overpopulation, to growth-biased economic systems that lead to consumerism and social injustice, to the dominant worldview of human supremacy that subjugates animals and nature. Our vision of shrinking toward abundance inspires us to seek pathways of transformation that go beyond technological fixes toward a new humanity that honors our interconnectedness with all beings. Hosted by Nandita Bajaj and Alan Ware. Brought to you by Population Balance. Subscribe to our newsletter here: https://www.populationbalance.org/subscribe Support our work with a one-time or monthly donation: https://www.populationbalance.org/donate Learn more at https://www.populationbalance.org Copyright 2016-2026 Population Balance
Joyce discusses the birth gap between Democrats and Republicans, with Republicans on average having more children. Is this why the Democratic party is against the Save America Act? Is this why Democratic party wants illegal immigration? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this episode, Danielle Gill interviews Steve Toth, who won the Republican primary in Congressional District 2 against incumbent Dan Crenshaw. Toth discusses his win by a large margin, what motivates him, and what he plans to do in Washington. Danielle also dives more deeply into the rise of Muslim births and the decline of Christian births in America. 00:00 - Intro 00:40 - Steve Toth, Republican Primary Winner of Texas Congressional District 2 03:45 - Why He Got Into Politics 07:00 - Running Against Dan Crenshew 15:12 - Muslims Birth Rates vs Christian Birth RatesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bryan's back in El Paso with his parents and binging Australian Married at First Sight: Australia. Erin is rekindling her love of Judy Tenuta and is sent a video of a man in Helsinki obsessed with Texan cowboy culture . Erin discusses the rapid decline in the U.S. birth rate and how the government refuses to incentivize young mothers to make more babies. Bryan reviews recent polling from the Pew Research Center and YouGov showing that more Americans now believe being gay is morally unacceptable and that LGBTQ+ discrimination is not a serious problem in the country. For our Murder in Glitterball City Recaps visit www.patreon.com/attitudesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Broken families have existed since the very beginning, but the collapse of the family has gotten even worse over the past few years. How and why did this happen? What can be done to reverse the trend? Join Mike Slater and Tim Carney as they try to provide solutions in a broken culture. This is part one of two. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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