Modern Wisdom

#640 - Malcolm Collins - Why Do So Many People Not Want To Have Children?

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Jun 12, 2023
Malcolm Collins, a pronatalist, Stanford MBA graduate, and venture capitalist, dives into the alarming decline in birth rates and its potential repercussions. He discusses the striking projection that Korea may face a 94% population extinction, examines the clash between modern ideals of equality and the declining desire for parenthood, and probes whether there’s a moral obligation to have children. Collins also tackles the influence of technology on reproduction and the cultural narratives shaping family dynamics today.
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INSIGHT

Societal Paradox

  • No society on Earth has achieved prosperity, gender equality, high education, and a stable population.
  • This suggests a systemic flaw in our societal model.
ANECDOTE

Korea's Collapse

  • Malcolm Collins worked in Korea and noticed its projected 94% population collapse.
  • He realized that ignoring this collapse is common but unsustainable.
INSIGHT

Why Care About Birth Rates?

  • Many question the relevance of declining birth rates to personal freedom.
  • Malcolm Collins argues that it's a societal issue with far-reaching consequences.
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