Jennifer D. Sciubba, a political demographer, challenges conventional thinking about population growth. She discusses the decline in human population, the impact of an aging population on society, and the consequences of failing to adapt in a declining population world. She also explores the positive impact of young populations on economies and the need for longer working lives.

Zsolt Darvas, a senior fellow at Bruegel specializing in public debt, and Jennifer D. Sciubba, President of the Population Reference Bureau, tackle the pressing issue of demographic changes and their impact on public finances. They discuss how an aging population is straining pension and healthcare budgets, requiring urgent policy adjustments. The conversation includes challenges in standardizing retirement ages across Europe and strategies from countries like Japan and South Korea to adapt to an older workforce, highlighting the need for innovative solutions.

Political demographer Jennifer D. Sciubba discusses the implications of global population decline, including low fertility rates and population aging. She emphasizes the need for planning and adaptation to a smaller population, while debunking the idea that higher birth rates are the solution. The podcast explores the consequences of failing to adapt, such as limited reproductive choices and decreased global cooperation. It also offers ideas on embracing population aging, including immigration, longer working years, and technology. Investing in health and sustainable consumption is important, as well as recognizing the untapped resource of older populations for a resilient and beautiful world.