Astral Codex Ten Podcast Against Against Boomers
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Jan 10, 2026 The trend of hating Boomers is on the rise, fueled by provocative books and social media catchphrases. Amidst the anti-Boomer sentiment, questions arise about the fairness of this blame. Critics of Boomers highlight their era of prosperity, while data shows younger generations might actually have higher incomes at the same ages. The discussion reveals contradictions in accusations against Boomers and examines the role of identity politics in this generational conflict. Ultimately, there's a call for restraint and understanding, reminding listeners of the inevitable passage of time.
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Boomer Era Was Largely Prosperous
- Boomers presided over a period of unprecedented peace and prosperity compared to prior generations.
- Median incomes adjusted for age show millennials and Gen Z currently wealthier at the same ages than boomers were.
Generational Political Differences Are Small
- Political differences between generations on many issues are smaller than people assume.
- Charts show similar support across ages for climate concern, nuclear power, and recent voting patterns.
Aggregate Spending ≠ Generosity Per Capita
- Claims that boomers are voting themselves unsustainable benefits confuse aggregate spending with per-person generosity.
- Social Security real payments rose similarly to real median incomes, indicating no clear increase in benefit generosity.
