In this conversation, Dr. Brad Wilcox discusses the importance of marriage as a social institution, countering prevalent myths that devalue it. He presents data showing that married individuals are generally happier, more financially secure, and lead more meaningful lives compared to their single counterparts. The discussion also touches on the cultural, socioeconomic, and political factors influencing marriage rates, as well as the role of faith in strengthening family bonds. Wilcox emphasizes the need for a cultural shift to recognize the value of marriage and family in society.

Links:

• Wilcox bio and link to National Marriage Project at the University of Virginia: https://nationalmarriageproject.org/people/brad-wilcox
• Institute for Family Studies: https://ifstudies.org/ 
• Book link: https://www.harpercollins.com/products/get-married-brad-wilcox?variant=41546330636322
• Article from Time about the book, Get Married: https://time.com/6696116/marriage-happiness-brad-wilcox-interview/
• Minnesota Catholic Conference: https://www.mncatholic.org/
• Minnesota Catholic Conference Families First Project:  https://www.familiesfirstproject.com/

Jason Adkins, host of Catholic in America, engages our own time, culture, and political milieu with the Gospel of Jesus Christ and to explore how to live more fully Catholic. With so much to explore, we have guests from a variety of perspectives and faith backgrounds, and conversations do not necessarily constitute endorsements.

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