Claiming Zero

Vanessa has returned from her international travels and with her she brought 2 posts from Facebook! Both come from the DINK / SINK group but each one had us feeling very differently. Reminder: Our Instagram was hacked. Do not engage w/ it Support the show Email: claimingzeropodcast@gmail.com IG/FB: @claimingzero

We know being childfree in this world often comes with a stigma, but in the workplace, it can be almost worse. This topic is always evolving, so we’re revisiting the conversation we started with Episode 5 and sharing all the changes we’ve had at work since then! Support the show Email: claimingzeropodcast@gmail.com IG/FB: @claimingzero

Chase is no stranger to the Claiming Zero Family; he works alongside Vanessa at the news station and is decidedly childfree. Today he’s sharing his story and providing some great advice for the single folks out there trying to date!  Support the show Email: claimingzeropodcast@gmail.com IG/FB: @claimingzero

We're going back in history a few hundred years to hear about the incredible life of Leonardo DaVinci. Many of us know him as an artist, but he accomplished so much more than that. He might be a time traveling alien, but he is not a turtle who knows ninja! Support the show Email: claimingzeropodcast@gmail.com IG/FB: @claimingzero

Todays episode comes from r/AITA and has Daliyce and Vanessa a little at odds. This one has everything: a childless widow, a possible golden child, a Ukrainian refugee, and a spare house. Intrigued? Listen now and let us know what you think! Support the show Email: claimingzeropodcast@gmail.com IG/FB: @claimingzero

Continuing with our series on reasons to be Childfree, today we’re discussing genetics. While neither of us are doctors or well educated scientists, we did our best to research what role genetics plays in our own lives and how it affects potential offspring.  Did we get something wildly wrong? We’re happy to hear your respectful feedback explaining the facts. Support the show Email: claimingzeropo...

Today we have a long awaited guest who has been on our wish list for months! Dr Angela L Harris joins us from North Carolina, where she’s busy curating a space to celebrate and empower Black Women who are Childfree with her platform @nobibsburpsbottles We had so much fun sharing and enjoying our commonalities while appreciating our different experiences and we hope you do, too! Support the show Em...

She’s a woman known by only one name, but are we mispronouncing it? Is she really Childfree? Daliyce is answering these questions and sharing so much more about the life of Oprah Winfrey! Happy International Childfree Day! Support the show Email: claimingzeropodcast@gmail.com IG/FB: @claimingzero

Today Vanessa reads from r/fencesitters that was posted by someone seriously reconsidering the idea of having children after adopting a new puppy! This is a topic often discussed by both parents and the childfree. Is having a pet similar to having kids or are we comparing apples to crocodiles? Support the show Email: claimingzeropodcast@gmail.com IG/FB: @claimingzero

Today we have Part 2 of a great topic  from Season 1 Ep 29; Daliyce and Vanessa are discussing current TV and Movies and how they represent the childfree community. Potential spoilers ahead! FYI: this was recorded prior to Hulu’s HIMYF season finale, where the fates of Val & Charlie are revealed. Link to ABC article   Support the show Email: claimingzeropodcast@gmail.com IG/FB: @claimingzero

This week we’re chatting with a childfree couple! Angela knew she’d be better off without children after spending time caregiving for parents and then devoting time to parent herself and her inner child. Jack is a scientist involved with climate change and sees academia as a profession that just doesn’t fit well with being a parent. Their biggest advice to other couples? Keep checking in with each...

This week Vanessa tells the story of the fastest woman on 4 wheels, Jessi Combs! When we say being Childfree means more time for hobbies, we mean keeping house plants alive, but this woman decided her “hobby” would set her on the path to break the women’s land speed record! What have you done today?! Support the show Email: claimingzeropodcast@gmail.com IG/FB: @claimingzero

It’s our first crossover episode and we’re teaming up with the Basic and Boujie Podcast! All four of us are sharing our thoughts on a Reddit post brought to the group by Daliyce and r/childfree. Follow Basic and Boujie on YouTube & IG @basicandboujiepodcast Support the show Email: claimingzeropodcast@gmail.com IG/FB: @claimingzero

This week we’ve found yet another reason to live Childfree. If we’re lucky enough, we’ll grow old and experience many of life’s adventures in our Golden Years. Without children, we think that experience gets a lot better. But, that’s just our opinion ;) Support the show Email: claimingzeropodcast@gmail.com IG/FB: @claimingzero

Today Dane joins the pod and shares his deep passion and joy for the childfree community! He’s so excited about it, he even wrote a book! Check him and his book out @forgethavingkidsimhavingfun Support the show Email: claimingzeropodcast@gmail.com IG/FB: @claimingzero

Todays episode involves two big passions for Daliyce: living Childfree and Dance. She shares the life and legacy of Martha Graham, the mother of Modern dance and a true icon in the dance world. Do you have a passion that’s purposefully enveloped your life thanks to living without kids? Share it with us! Support the show Email: claimingzeropodcast@gmail.com IG/FB: @claimingzero

The Reddit topic today comes from r/AITA and it’s not even specific to being Childfree. Do you feel like you’re expected to babysit on a whim because you have “so much time”? Have you ever been left out of your family plans simply because you’re “other”? It’s another discussion about being the outcast and fighting back for yourself.  Support the show Email: claimingzeropodcast@gmail.com IG/FB: @cl...

You know you don’t want kids, but how do you make sure it doesn’t happen? Today Vanessa & Daliyce are talking birth control and abortion. Then we’re joined by Haley, who recently underwent sterilization surgery. Everyone has their own way of deciding how not to have kids, so let’s remember to respect those choices.  Support the show Email: claimingzeropodcast@gmail.com IG/FB: @claimingzero

Today we have Nancy from Austin, who shares her childfree journey with us. She loves her partner and their 3 dogs, baking, and the freedom to visit wineries and breweries anytime!  Support the show Email: claimingzeropodcast@gmail.com IG/FB: @claimingzero

On today’s episode, Vanessa shares the story of the hilarious and mucho talented, Pedro Pascal! Some of his recent roles have him playing fatherly figures, but does that make him a good candidate for becoming a father or is he just a good actor? And, is he really even childfree? Tell us what you think! Support the show Email: claimingzeropodcast@gmail.com IG/FB: @claimingzero

Here comes the controversy! Daliyce found a Reddit that immediately stuck out as something that would ruffle some feathers. Is there a concrete definition of what it means to be Childfree, or is it a broader umbrella with grey areas? Tell us your thoughts (in a kind way plz!) Support the show Email: claimingzeropodcast@gmail.com IG/FB: @claimingzero

Today's episode is a reminder that there are childfree people all around the world! However, depending on what country you live in, your ability to remain childfree and continue to have a choice varies. To read more about the articles discussed in this episode, see links below. https://time.com/6265842/south-korea-birth-rate-military-service-exemption/ https://apple.news/ABuDjE42HTqCct53LtZYx...

Surprise! No, this hasn’t turned  into a reality show recap podcast. We just found out we’re both obsessed with Love is Blind and after a reunion like that, we had to share our two cents! Let us know how you’re feeling  Email - claimingzeropodcast@gmail.com IG/FB - @claimingzero Support the show Email: claimingzeropodcast@gmail.com IG/FB: @claimingzero

When you think of the nomadic lifestyle, RV’s and the open road are synonymous. This week Kendra shares her incredible journey (thus far) with us and brings an entirely new childfree perspective to the pod.  TW: discussion of suicide Get in touch with Kendra @kendracontinues Support the show Email: claimingzeropodcast@gmail.com IG/FB: @claimingzero

Coco Chanel was a milliner, business entrepreneur, couturier, mistress to many, and an anti-semite. You read that right! This weeks episode gets into all the juicy details of the Childfree life of Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel. Support the show Email: claimingzeropodcast@gmail.com IG/FB: @claimingzero