Writer Roxane Gay and her wife Debbie still haven’t decided if they’ll have children. But instead of feeling pressured by the choice (or by the clock), Roxane finds freedom in their options and sees many ways to parent.
On season four, Ashley C. Ford talks to 13 noteworthy people about how they decided whether or not to have children – all while navigating that question for herself.
On season four, Ashley C. Ford talks to 13 noteworthy people about how they decided whether or not to have children – all while navigating that question for herself.
Writer Roxane Gay on trying to make the choice to become a parent
Activist and author Austin Channing Brown on defining parenthood for herself
Author Chasten Buttigieg on the heartbreak and joy of adoption
Writer Elizabeth Gilbert on the radical freedom of her life without kids
Sexologist Shan Boodram on adjusting to being a mother of two
Content creator Jessica Rose on the difference between resentment and regret
Science educator Hank Green on how he began to feel like a dad
Comedian Negin Farsad on continuing her family lineage
Sociologist Dr. Amy Blackstone on her research into childfree adults
Sports anchor Elle Duncan on handling the anxiety of parenthood
Drag Queen Sasha Velour on family history – both biological and chosen
The Mother of Black Hollywood Jenifer Lewis on finding happiness in the journey
Writer Nora McInerny on creating a blended family
A brilliant—though shy—entrepreneur tries to overcome his fear of networking.
A brilliant—though shy—entrepreneur tries to overcome his fear of networking.
Chance intervenes to provide a new opportunity for a struggling designer.
Chance intervenes to provide a new opportunity for a struggling designer.
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