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Childfree Convention updates, the latest in childfree podcasts, and more!
Hey there,
Somehow, the first anniversary of Childfree Media Ltd. came and went without a celebration. I didn’t even order a cake! However, I did get a reminder notice from the Canadian government to file the annual corporation paperwork. Childfree Media established itself by presenting the 2022 Virtual Childfree Convention and added a podcast and this newsletter at the start of 2023. In February, we were named the new leadership team for International Childfree Day (August 1). In July, we’ll be presenting the 2023 Virtual Childfree Convention.
But what is the intention behind Childfree Media? With all the social media platforms out there that house a growing number of childfree-themed accounts and communities, some content creators struggle to get their content noticed. We offer this newsletter and our podcast platform as a way to distribute content, new and archived, free of charge to the creator. As more avenues open up for us to collaborate, this means more opportunities for childfree people to share their stories and ideas.
It’s a big vision. Thank you for being a part of it!
LeNora Faye, co-founder of Childfree Media Ltd.
Childfree Podcasts: latest episodes
Childfree Media Podcast
Cody and LeNora react to various articles about the childfree lifestyle, which sometimes includes pieces about extreme pronatalism like the couple who are looking to create genetically perfect children. Listen to find out more.
Childfree Media presents Candidly Childfree, where each guest has a series of episodes dedicated to their story and insights on living a childfree life. In this episode, Candidly Childfree with special guest Chanel, we discuss the future of being childfree, the community, and conversation.
Cody Hetzel, founder of Childfree Family and Dr. Jay, CFP, founder of Childfree Wealth, discuss financial decisions from the unique standpoint of the Childfree lifestyle. This episode will cover Childfree Financial Decisions for Singles, Couples, and Groups.
Host Raphie shares her childfree love story in this episode of Not a Momma Life podcast.
In this replay from the 2022 Virtual Childfree Convention, we're joined by staff from the Center for Biological Diversity to discuss the future impact of childfree living. You can also watch the replay of this panel on Childfree Media's YouTube channel.
Childfree Wealth
In this episode of Childfree Wealth Podcast, hosted by Dr. Jay Zigmont, PhD, CFP, invites special guest Katy Seppi, founder of The Childless Collective, to discuss the societal pressure to follow the standard life plan of going to college, getting married, buying a house, having kids, retiring, and passing on assets to the next generation.
Claiming Zero Podcast
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?
No BibsBurpsBottles
Dynamic interview here! Great story-sharing about being a childfree Christian woman and the breakdown of what it truly means to be fruitful and multiply! A bunch of mic drops in this interview! Roscheeta Monique is an energetic, inspirational speaker, 2x, Author, and host of The Daily S.H.I.F.T. Broadcast.
Over 40 and Childfree
In this episode of "Over 40 and Childfree", we're celebrating our tenth episode milestone by talking about the one thing that continues to elude us: a good night's sleep. We'll be sharing our tried-and-failed methods for achieving restful slumber, from counting sheep to binge-watching Netflix until our eyes go cross-eyed. So, put on your comfiest pajamas, grab a glass of warm milk (or a stiff drink, we won't judge), and get ready to commiserate with your favorite childfree hosts. Spoiler alert: there will be no cute baby stories, but there will be plenty of complaints about noisy neighbors and snoring partners.
Spinsterhood Reimagined
In this week's minisode, I'm talking about a book by Australian author, Bronnie Ware, called The Top 5 Regrets Of The Dying. Whilst the title may not immediately spark joy, both the book and this episode are far more about life than they are about death. Bronnie spent several years working in palliative care, caring for patients in the last 12 weeks of their lives. She recorded their dying epiphanies in a blog called Inspiration and Chai, which garnered so much attention that she turned it into a book. And if we want to learn how to truly live life, who better to take advice from than someone at the end of theirs?
We’re Not Kidding
Diliana Gadjova is the creator of the Instagram account Childfree Blessings. Within the last two years, Diliana came to the realization that she didn't want to have kids. This inspired her to create an account and help others realize that parenthood is a choice. I've loved getting to know Diliana through WNK-Club and it's an honor to share her story with you all here on the podcast.
International Childfree Day Billboard
Click here for a message from Childfree Wealth founder, Dr. Jay!
To celebrate International Childfree Day on August 1st, Childfree Wealth is sponsoring a billboard in Times Square & you could be part of it! During the month of May, share how you celebrate your childfree life on social media. Tag Childfree Wealth & use the hashtag #ChildfreeBillboard to enter. Five people will be selected to have their post shared on the billboard! For more information, reach out to Childfree Wealth on social media or at www.childfreewealth.com.
Thank you to our sponsors
2023 Virtual Childfree Speaker Spotlight!
We continue to roll out details of the 2023 Virtual Childfree Convention, streaming live on Childfree Convention & Childfree Media YouTube channels on July 29th and 30th!
Need a break from the incoming onslaught of Mother's Day messages?
This year, instead of dreading the upcoming holiday, childfree Latina and host of La Vida Más Chévere podcast Paulette Erato wants us to have something else we can look forward to. Ironically, Paulette was born on Mexican Mother's Day, so this year she's inviting all of us to celebrate Non-Mom May all month long. Click here for more info and subscribe to the LVMC Substack to keep celebrating our best lives throughout the month. And maybe this will become a fun annual tradition for us childfree folks!
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Closing Remarks
Word has it, a new episode of And the Cradle Will Fall: a Childfree Look at True Crime drops next Sunday on the Childfree Media podcast, intentionally in time for Mother’s Day in North America. I’ve read the script, and it’s compelling! Stay tuned!
As always, if you have content ideas or submissions for the newsletter, including Childfree Spotlight, or are interested in getting involved with Childfree Media, email us at ChildfreeMedia@gmail.com.
A year already?? Happy one-year anniversary, CM! (CFM?)