Authors Anastasia Berg and Rachel Wiseman discuss their new book 'What are Children For?' exploring topics like declining birth rates in the US, delay of parenthood by middle-class women, ambivalent mother narratives, and eco-apocalypse fiction. They delve into societal pressures, relationship dynamics, and ethical dilemmas surrounding parenthood amidst climate crisis. The conversation also touches on changing family dynamics in TV shows and societal perceptions of motherhood.

Anastasia Berg, a philosopher and professor at UC Irvine, and Rachel Wiseman, managing editor for The Point, delve into profound questions about parenthood and declining fertility. They discuss societal pressures and individual choices in child-rearing, emphasizing the challenges posed by factors like economic uncertainty and climate anxiety. The conversation critiques modern narratives around parenthood, exploring millennial perfectionism and ambivalence about having children. With insights from Christine Emba, the dialogue weaves together ethics, societal expectations, and the quest for meaningful family planning.

Anastasia Berg, an author and thought leader, joins Rachel Wiseman, a keen explorer of societal norms, to dive deep into the complexities of parenthood today. They tackle the changing perceptions of millennials and Gen Z regarding starting families, highlighting their careful consideration amid societal pressures. The conversation reveals fears associated with financial and environmental uncertainties influencing these generations. They also discuss how evolving feminist discourse reshapes motherhood and family choices, advocating for open conversations about reproductive rights.