This episode of Uncanny Valley discusses the rising trend of pronatalism within Silicon Valley, where influential figures are pushing for an increase in birth rates to combat demographic declines. The hosts note that this solution-oriented mindset reflects a broader fascination with addressing societal issues through technological and societal interventions. By focusing on the idea that having more babies could counteract trends like declining birth rates, the discussion underscores the complexities surrounding family planning and demographics within these influential circles.
Silicon Valley is obsessed with solutionism, pushing the idea that declining birth rates can be solved simply by increasing the number of babies born.
The pronatalism movement is gaining traction among Silicon Valley elites, who advocate for higher birth rates as a straightforward solution to demographic challenges.
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