Is having children a moral obligation?
May 26, 2026
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as posted by the channelIn many places around the world, birth rates have dropped to historic lows. Some argue this is a good thing in a world grappling with environmental crises and waning resources. Others fear the loss of legacy and even the extinction of humanity.
In this episode, we explore the meaning and the impact of falling birth rates. Is it a sign of liberation from outdated norms? Is it proof that individualism has gone too far? Or is it the inevitable result of modern-day challenges?
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Featuring:
- Alaka Basu: Professor of developmental sociology, Cornell University
- Laurie DeRose: Assistant professor of sociology, The Catholic University of America
- Antonina Lewandowska: Sociologist, researcher and activist
- Stephen J. Shaw: Data scientist and demographer
Moderated by international journalist and media executive Soraya Salam
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