The Brian Lehrer Show Millennials and Their Prenups
Jan 9, 2026
In this engaging conversation, Jennifer Wilson, a staff writer at The New Yorker, dives into the intriguing rise of prenuptial agreements among millennials. She discusses how skepticism about marriage and financial pressures lead many to embrace these legal tools, even without significant wealth. The episode explores modern prenup innovations, including apps and unique clauses, and highlights the mindset of wanting easy exits from relationships. With insights into the evolving perception of marriage, Wilson encourages a discussion on financial education and the future of prenups.
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Marriage Skepticism Shapes Prenup Uptake
- Millennials are less trustful of marriage due to growing up with no-fault divorce and higher divorce exposure.
- That background makes prenups feel like realistic planning rather than cynicism.
Use Modern Tools, Then Verify Legally
- Use specialized prenup apps to draft clauses that reflect modern concerns like embryos and social-media behavior.
- Explore tools like Hello Prenup or Neptune but review terms with a lawyer for enforceability.
Prenups Now Include Modern Lifestyle Clauses
- Millennials are remaking prenups with contemporary clauses covering embryos, social-media disparagement, and infidelity.
- These lifestyle clauses may complicate litigation even if judges sometimes decline to enforce them fully.