Jon Birger is best known for his books on the demographics, statistics, game theory, and number-crunching of modern dating, but in this episode, we dig into the subplot in his books on romance: the widening academic achievement gap between men and women. The conversation delves into possible causes of this widening gap and what parents can do to address it, with a specific focus on navigating developmental differences and academic readiness. Birger shares personal experiences and insights from his journey as a father of three boys (one a teacher), offering valuable perspectives on parenting and education.

Jon Birger is an award-winning journalist and author specializing in socio-economic dynamics. A Brown University graduate, Jon has been a senior writer for Fortune and Money and contributed to notable publications such as Bloomberg BusinessWeek and The Washington Post. Known for his book "Date-onomics: How Dating Became a Lopsided Numbers Game," he has been a prominent speaker at esteemed forums like The Cato Institute and South By Southwest and is often seen on media outlets like BBC World Service and CNN.