Vivianna Zelizer

Viviana Zelizer, a sociology professor at Princeton, delves into the heated debate about whether children should financially repay their parents for raising them. The discussion features a light-hearted look at a former NFL player's mother seeking $1 million as repayment. It also highlights the emotional complexities of familial obligations and the evolving expectations surrounding financial support across different cultures. Anecdotes reveal how these themes intertwine with personal experiences, shaping our understanding of gratitude and responsibility in family dynamics.