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Our first episode on regretful parents was such a hit, we wanted to dive even deeper. In this episode, we’re joined by Orna Donath, a sociologist who probably knows more about parental regret than anyone on the planet. She is the author of the book, ‘Regretting Motherhood’ — which covers her study of 23 women on their experiences with regret over their role as mothers.

You can buy Orna’s book HERE to read it yourself.

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To celebrate the launch of Season 4 and Halloween in one fell swoop, we’re joined by paranormal historian and expert Sapphire Sandalo. You might recognize her as a co-host on the Travel Channel TV shows like ‘Ghost Town Terror’ or ‘Paranormal Caught On Camera.’ She also has her own award-winning spooky podcast, 'Stories With Sapphire.' Additionally, October is Filipino American History Month, and as a Filipino-American, Sapphire shares her thoughts on the cultural pressures of being childfree as an Asian American.

You can find Sapphire on TikTok and Instagram.

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The season three finale has arrived! To celebrate, we’re interviewing Dominique Baker, an award-winning skin and hair expert in her 40s who has been featured in WhoWhatWear, Style Canada, The Guardian and more. Plus, we catch up with Nick, one of the listeners we recently set up on a date via Instagram’s new app Threads, and it’s a WILD story.
To shop Erika’s skincare routine:

• The Wayfair makeup organizer
• Olay Total Effects Revitalizing Foaming Face Wash
• Dr. Andrew Weil Mega-Mushroom Relief & Resilience Soothing Treatment Lotion
• Good Molecules Lightweight Daily Moisturizer
• Paula’s Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant
• Black Girl Sunscreen Broad Spectrum
• Ilia C Beyond Triple Serum SPF 40
• Tatcha Indigo Overnight Repair
• Youth To The People Peptides + C Energy Eye Concentrate with Vitamin C and Caffeine
• Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% Exfoliating Peeling Solution
• Pond's Cold Cream Cleanser
• Farmacy Green Clean Makeup Removing Cleansing Balm

To shop Kristen’s skincare routine:

• Vanicream Moisturizing Cream with Pump
• derma e Vitamin C Serum
• Color Science Sunforgettable® Total Protection™ Face Shield Classic SPF 50
• Sunforgettable® Total Protection™ Brush-On Shield SPF 50
• The Ordinary Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%
• The Ordinary Azelaic Acid 10% Suspension Brightening Cream
• Dermstore Deep Cleansing Oil
• CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser
• Midnight Recovery Concentrate
• Paula’s Choice BHA
• Supergoop! PLAY Everyday Lotion SPF 50 with Sunflower Extract

To shop Dominique Baker’s recommendations:

• dermalogica powerbright dark spot serum
• La Roche Posay Hyalu B5 Pure Hyaluronic Acid Serum
• EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46

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Listeners, today is all about YOU. This may be our third season, but it’s also our first season doing a mailbag episode! You all sent in a ton of great questions on Instagram — from how to deal with your childfree status in professional settings, to our best dating advice, to coping with in-laws, and so much more! Become a monthly subscriber to help this show stay ad-free. Wanna connect with us on social media? You can find us on Instagram and TikTok at @dinkypod. If you have a question or comment, email us at [email protected]. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dinky-podcast/support

I know what you’re thinking: what does artificial intelligence have to do with a DINK lifestyle? Surprisingly, more than you think! In this episode, we explore a common philosophical question in antinatalist circles: Should artificial intelligence be given the ability to experience pain and suffering? Plus, we chat about recent statements from Mo Gawdat, a former Google X exec, on why he’s urging people to hold off on having kids as a result of the rise of artificial intelligence.  You can find the New York Time’s story on if it’s ethically wrong to have kids here.  To learn more about the discussion between Sam Harris and David Benatar, visit here. If you want to fuck around and find out about AI, you can try out ChatGPT here.  Become a monthly subscriber to help this show stay ad-free. Wanna connect with us on social media? You can find us on Instagram and TikTok at @dinkypod.  If you have a question or comment, email us at [email protected].  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dinky-podcast/support

Believe it or not, this episode marks Dinky’s one year anniversary! To celebrate, we’ll be talking to one of the biggest (and favorite) childfree influencers on TikTok. You may know her on the internet as z00mie, but she’s known as Abigail Porter IRL. Tune in to hear us chat with her about the origins of her mega-viral “free birth control” series on TikTok, the craziest things she’s learned about being childfree online, the “girl with the list”, and so much more. Be sure to follow z00mie, aka Abigail, on TikTok and Instagram. Become a monthly subscriber to help this show stay ad-free. Wanna connect with us on social media? You can find us on Instagram and TikTok at @dinkypod. If you have a question or comment, email us at [email protected]. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dinky-podcast/support

In this episode, Kristen and Erika are joined by Dr. Jay Zigmont, the founder of Childfree Wealth, a financial planning service that supports your life without kids. We’ll be talking about the basics of financial planning as people without kids as well as some out-of-the-box approaches to retiring that are exclusively designed for childfree lifestyles. While millennials may be in a sad state when it comes to financial planning and retirement, this episode is designed to help you feel inspired and ready to think *differently.* We also perform a riveting dramatic re-enactment of our comments section. Trust me when I say, you’ll want to listen until the end.  If you’re interested in contacting Childfree Wealth, visit their website. You can also find Dr. Jay Zigmont and Childfree Wealth on Instagram. To listen to the Childfree Wealth Podcast, visit Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7yC4VzL0yGt757vhXZZQX4  Wanna read Dr. Jay’s book? Download a free copy here. Here are two articles he recommended from his blog, one on long-term care and the other on caring for elderly family members. If you’d like to read the article Kristen cites, visit Big Think for their article on ‘Will Millennials Ever Be Able To Retire?’ To review the top paying jobs we discuss, visit CNBC. Become a monthly subscriber to help this show stay ad-free. Wanna connect with us on social media? You can find us on Instagram and TikTok at @dinkypod.  If you have a question or comment, email us at [email protected].  
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In this episode, we’re joined by journalist and thought-leader Ruby Warrington who recently published her fourth book, Women Without Kids: The Revolutionary Rise Of An Unsung Sisterhood. You’ve probably seen this book all over social media, but for those who are unfamiliar, Ruby’s latest book was intended to be a radical reframing of everything it means NOT to be a mom. Instead of continuing to paint women without kids as sad, self-obsessed, or somehow dysfunctional, what if we saw them as boldly forging a first-in-a-civilization vision for a fully autonomous womankind? As Ruby says in her book: “What if being a woman without kids were in fact its own kind of legacy?” We also read some of our favorite listener reviews and engage in a heated conversation in our Shit People Say segment about men saying “women have too many rights.” And naturally, we swoon over Internet Daddy Pedro Pascal. Become a monthly subscriber to help this show stay ad-free. Wanna connect with us on social media? You can find us on Instagram and TikTok at @dinkypod. If you have a question or comment, email us at [email protected].
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Antinatalism. Parents and trolls love to talk shit about this controversial philosophy on the internet, but few truly understand it. Today we will be discussing the misconceptions that piss us off, debunking common myths, and setting the record straight on everything from if antinatalists hate kids to the belief that antinatalists are “pro-death.” 
In this episode, we also Dink Ourselves by reading YOUR comments on Instagram — and unpack a truly batshit series of comments from parents in our Shit People Say segment. 
To learn more about antinatalism, read the FAQs. You can find New Yorker’s profile of antinatalism and David Benatar HERE.
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For many women, a childfree life isn’t a choice. According to the CDC, nearly 20% of women are unable to get pregnant after one year of trying. The inability to have a child affects 6.7 million women in the U.S. — about 11% of the reproductive-age population. That’s why today, we’re talking about those who are childless — rather than childfree — from the struggle to get pregnant to how to overcome the grief process.  In this episode, we’re joined by content creator Tiffany J. Marie to hear about her journey with infertility. Tiffany lives in Ontario, Canada with her husband Phil and their two cats, Audrey and Luna. Her writing can be found on Instagram and Medium. Her online community is a place that strives to create a positive atmosphere for childfree and childless people to connect and engage. Thank you to Jessica in Austin, TX for sending in your listener question! Want to send us a question or comment? Email us at [email protected].   To read the article about Brooke Shields and her mom from our Shit Celebs Say segment, visit People.com Become a monthly subscriber to help this show stay ad-free! Wanna connect with us on social media? You can find us on Instagram and TikTok at @dinkypod.  If you have a question or comment, email us at [email protected].   --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dinky-podcast/support