The Spectator P.M. Ep. 218: The Surprising Factor Behind the World’s Population Crisis – The American Spectator | USA News and Politics

The Spectator P.M. Ep. 218: The Surprising Factor Behind the World’s Population Crisis

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New data suggests that places that receive high-speed mobile connectivity have experienced a dip in the number of births, which has impacted the birth rate of both wealthy and developing countries.

The Spectator P.M. Podcast hosts Ellie Gardey Holmes and Lyrah Margo discuss the findings and how relationships are impacted by technology and social media. They also talk about the concept of “nothing phones,” and how it is up to younger generations to return the course back to embracing healthy marriages and children. (RELATED: When Effort Becomes Optional

Tune in to hear their discussion!

Read Ellie and Lyrah’s writing here and here.

Listen to the Spectator P.M. Podcast on Spotify.

Watch the Spectator P.M. Podcast on Rumble.
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