

Should America have more babies? ft. Lyman Stone
Aug 8, 2024
In this discussion, Lyman Stone, the Director of the Pronatalism Initiative, dives into the urgent issue of declining birth rates in affluent societies, particularly America. He explores the economic and cultural barriers preventing families from growing, and why this trend poses a significant challenge. Stone emphasizes the importance of targeted policies like baby bonuses and the Child Tax Credit, along with cultural shifts that promote optimism about having children. Listeners will gain insight into how urban housing and societal attitudes shape family dynamics.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
The Pronatalist Perspective: Future Generations and Fertility Rates
02:10 • 14min
Exploring Pronatalism: Aspirations and Challenges
16:20 • 30min
Culture and Economics of Fertility Rates
46:14 • 12min
Urban Housing and Family Dynamics
58:34 • 5min
Understanding the Impact of Policy on Fertility Rates
01:03:52 • 3min
Analyzing the Cost-Effectiveness of Pronatalist Policies
01:06:36 • 6min
Cross-Partisan Approaches to Family Policies
01:12:14 • 5min