Ep 183: Am I Childfree?

Just in time for the holidays today I am reading a post from the r/childfree community that perfectly captures a childfree holiday nightmare. What starts as a Thanksgiving dinner quickly turns into that all-too-familiar interrogation we all dread having when this poster's aunt starts questioning her choice to no have kids. In this episode I break down why holiday gatherings are often a breeding ground for intrusive comments, forced opinions, and disrespect of childfree choices. I'll give you some tips on how to navigate these situations without loosing your sanity. As Christmas approaches let this be your reminder that being childfree does not mean you have to be open to debate. Share your holiday experience with me at [email protected] the showEmail: [email protected]/FB: @claimingzero

It's the debut of Season 6 of Claiming Zero and these time around I am starting it off with a big update! This season Vanessa will be hosting solo. New chapter, same honesty. Starting with why your childfree-by-choice decision owes no-one any explanations. If you've ever heard "You'll change your mind" or "You must hate children" or "You'll never know true love" and are not quite sure what to say back this episode covers each one and more! Give it a listen and let me know what your thoughts are on the new format at [email protected] the showEmail: [email protected]/FB: @claimingzero

Today we chat with author, illustrator, and content creator Emma Duval! You may know her content on instagram @millennialemma or heard of her online community "Childfree History Museum" already but Emma is not only a voice for the childfree people of her own generation. On this episode she shares with us her passion for storytelling and the lessons she has learned from the legacies of the women who have come before us. Check out her book "Unwed and Unbothered: The Defiant Lives of Single Women Throughout History" Available in the US now! https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Unwed-Unbothered/Emma-Duval/9798881600037?fbclid=PAb21jcAM1wRVleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABpxL5gTJFbxYirT1EPvgdNniwpHPpsdCBca0gvk-Fks4zBJKELHVb6Mx2wC2p_aem_UpUZzrG8ZIAnqhog0ATmbQSupport the showEmail: [email protected]/FB: @claimingzero

In today's episode Vanessa takes us down the Pink Pony Road to learn about the life and legacy of childfree queer pop sensation Chappell Roan! From her humble beginnings in Willard Missouri to snagging a Grammy for Best New Artist her story is nothing but extraordinary and one that Devin is very aware of already! Can Vanessa do the story justice to a super fan like Devin? Give it a listen and tell us who you want to hear about in Season 6, links to her first performances below.Chappell Roan’s cover of I’ll be home for Christmas  at 15https://youtu.be/hy_VqAoHhD0?si=OqK_ab2T_QmtezgDChappell Roan’s cover of Stay by Rihanna at 15 https://youtu.be/RgKAyhe8JNc?si=mSDCFIhn2zrAzC8sSupport the showEmail: [email protected]/FB: @claimingzero

Today's Reddit post comes from the subreddit r/whatshouldido and it's a doozy. He's 19, his girlfriend is 21. They just found out they are expecting. She is excited but he is terrified. What should he do and how should he tell her? Devin breaks it down from a young male perspective and Vanessa is sifting through the harsh truth comments. What would your advice to him be? Tell us your thoughts and don't forget to send or tag us in the online childfree topics you want us to weigh in on.Support the showEmail: [email protected]/FB: @claimingzero

Have you ever wondered where all the childfree hotspots are in the U.S.? This week we break down the Top 10 Cities with the Fewest Kids according to the 2020 Census. Join us as we rank, roast and rave about the best and worst reasons to live in each of these mostly childfree cities. Support the showEmail: [email protected]/FB: @claimingzero

She's an admissions counselor by day, PhD student by night and childfree by choice 24/7. Today we are talking to the other half of the Rios family from season 5 episode 4, Clarissa! She walks us through growing up in Texas to settling down in Vegas and all the fun hobbies she has collected along the way. If you would like to be a guest on the show email or direct message us on Instagram or Facebook. Support the showEmail: [email protected]/FB: @claimingzero

He's played heroes, lovers, and legends but off screen Andrew Garfield is just a chill, quick-witted Brit living his best childfree life. He may have left the Spidey suit behind but today Devin tells us how he is still swinging through life and how his childfree choice has changed over the years.  Support the showEmail: [email protected]/FB: @claimingzero

"We all have our big reasons for not wanting kids. Having time to sleep, being able to save extra money, fear of pregnancy, not wanting to bring a child into the current state of the world. But what is a secondary reason that makes being childfree a great choice?" That is the reddit question we are diving into today. For Vanessa it's all the PTA meetings and brownie bake sales and for Devin it's the dirty diapers and dog allergies haha. What is your underrated reason to not have kids? Send them to us and don't forget to follow us on social media to see everyone else's reasons!Support the showEmail: [email protected]/FB: @claimingzero

Us: "Hey Chat! We don't have kids so we have all this extra time, what should we do with it??" Chat: "Let's make a podcast episode about it!"Today we are using AI for the good of all childfree people. How many people are childfree on dating apps? Are people without kids truly happier and better off financially? There are the hot topic questions we are digging into today. You don't want to miss it!Support the showEmail: [email protected]/FB: @claimingzero