Why aren't people having kids anymore? (ft. Derek Thompson)

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Previously titled “Why aren't people having kids anymore?” — renamed by the publisher on Aug 5, 2026

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On today's episode, Manny asks whether Noah and Devan want kids, as a part of a conversation about the declining birth rate around the world. They hear from Anna Louie Sussman, author of the upcoming book "Inconceivable: The Impossibility of Family in an Age of Uncertainty," about what's actually causing the birth rate to decline, and then Manny has a heartfelt conversation with writer (and fellow dad) Derek Thompson. Preorder Anna's book here, and check out Derek's Substack here. Check out our newsletter at nosuchthing.show and follow us on Instagram @nosuchthing.show. Have a question you want us to answer? Email us at [email protected] or leave a voicemail at ‪(860) 325-0286 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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