1. The Returning Soldier

Hannah Fry, a researcher delving into the intriguing spike in male births in 1970s UK, joins the conversation to unravel this demographic mystery. As Britain faced economic turmoil in 1973, she connects the dots between the 'returning soldier effect' and fluctuating birth ratios. The discussion extends to how historical events and social changes, like rising teenage pregnancies, shape gender dynamics. Fry highlights the complex interplay of hormonal and environmental factors influencing sex ratios, offering a captivating look at a pivotal year in history.