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Why are so many people opting out of parenthood? | Women


We dive into the BirthStrike movement and the wider phenomenon of declining populations.

In this episode, we dive into the BirthStrike movement and the wider phenomenon of declining populations. Why are so many people opting out of parenthood?

We also explore governments’ controversial efforts to reverse the trend, and unpack what it means for the future of labour, care, and the planet. Is a declining population a crisis or a chance to rethink the way we live?

Presenter: Stefanie Dekker

Guests:
Therese Lee – Feminist activist and content creator
Blythe Pepino – Founder of BirthStrike
Devi Sridhar – Professor, University of Edinburgh
Heejung Chung – Professor, King’s College London

Published On 21 Oct 2025

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