Claiming Zero

Today we’re chatting with one of our badass listeners, Mellissia. She’s a powerlifter, nurse, dog mom and of course childfree! Enjoy our wonderful conversation and follow her journey @mellissia_ruth7 Support the show Email: claimingzeropodcast@gmail.com IG/FB: @claimingzero

Today Vanessa is sharing the story of Orville & Wilbur, two brothers who were more dedicated to their pursuit of flight than they were of having children. They took ideas and concepts from other aviation inventors, and built and flew the world’s first successful airplane. Legacy without children is possible! Support the Show. Patreon: patreon.com/claimingzeropodcast Email: claimingzeropodcast@gmail.com IG/FB: @claimingzero

Today's episode topic comes from r/Millenials and gets down to the difference between regret and doubt. Parents commented honestly about their feelings about having kids and what they might go back and do differently. Childfree folks are providing insight into their well thought out reasons for not having kids and how they came to their decision. Support the Show. Patreon: patreon.com/claimingzeropodcast Email: claimingzeropodcast@gmail.com IG/FB: @claimingzero

On today’s episode we’re going to Big Bear, the Paris Olympics, and Michigan. Daliyce and Vanessa are catching up on all the happenings of summer 2024. Support the Show. Patreon: patreon.com/claimingzeropodcast Email: claimingzeropodcast@gmail.com IG/FB: @claimingzero

Cheryl is one of the amazing people we got to meet while on our Childfree Cruise in Feb 2024! She started as a teen who imagined herself having tons of kids, to being a Fencesitter, to being decidedly Childfree. Cheryl lives in Canada and works in an assisted living facility doing hair for the elderly tenants. Support the Show. Patreon: patreon.com/claimingzeropodcast Email: claimingzeropodcast@gmail.com IG/FB: @claimingzero

Today’s episode is for Friends of Bill W. Alcoholics Anonymous was co-founded by Bill in the 1930’s as a program to help people abstain from drinking. Bill believed in the program so much that he dedicated his entire life to developing and supporting AA and remained sober for the entire second half of his life. Find support at AA.org Support the Show. Patreon: patreon.com/claimingzeropodcast Email: claimingzeropodcast@gmail.com IG/FB: @claimingzero

Today’s episode comes from r/fencesitters and tackles regret. Is it worth it to have a kid so you don’t have regret? What if you regret never having kids? There is never a way to know what your life would be like with both scenarios, so how do you come to a decision? We’re going to try to answer these existential questions today! Support the Show. Patreon: patreon.com/claimingzeropodcast Email: claimingzeropodcast@gmail.com IG/FB: @claimingzero

TW: this episode will discuss school shootings, bullying and suicide. Today’s episode is not really a joyful topic but it’s something we both agree is necessary to discuss and educate ourselves on because while we aren’t having our own kids, these events likely impact people we love. Listen with care. Bath, MI school bombing book: Bath Massacre: America's First School Bombing by Arnie Bernstein Correction: Columbine was the deadliest mass shooting in a K-12 school at that time. It has sadly been surpassed since then. Updated math from Vanessa: 0.17% of 100,000 is 170 (far too many) If you or someone you know is experiencing thoughts of self harm or suicide we encourage you to reach out by dialing 988 Support the Show. Patreon: patreon.com/claimingzeropodcast Email: claimingzeropodcast@gmail.com IG/FB: @claimingzero

Our guest today is Andrea! She comes to us from our Childfree book club on Patreon and she loves reading. But our biggest fascination comes from the stories of the more than 300 kids her mom has fostered over decades. Follow her on IG @childfree_andhappy Support the Show. Patreon: patreon.com/claimingzeropodcast Email: claimingzeropodcast@gmail.com IG/FB: @claimingzero

On today’s episode, Vanessa is giving us the Hoedown Throwdown low down on the life of the talented Miley Cyrus! From her start as Hannah Montana to her spicy past and fashionable present. Warning: Daliyce gets overly excited about one of her favorite artists and can’t control herself at times. Sorry. Support the Show. Patreon: patreon.com/claimingzeropodcast Email: claimingzeropodcast@gmail.com IG/FB: @claimingzero

Today, Daliyce is sharing two different Reddit posts from two different subreddits that have the same theme: communication. We’re talking about a trend we’ve seen lately of relationships breaking down over people not having the emotional maturity to really communicate properly. Support the Show. Patreon: patreon.com/claimingzeropodcast Email: claimingzeropodcast@gmail.com IG/FB: @claimingzero

We’ve all heard the Bingo: “you’re going to die alone”. And we all have different responses to that comment. But what if deep down we are a little concerned about dying alone? Today we get deep and unpack these thoughts! Support the Show. Patreon: patreon.com/claimingzeropodcast Email: claimingzeropodcast@gmail.com IG/FB: @claimingzero

Today's Childfree guest, Dilly, was suggested by you our listeners! Dilly is a flight attendant with a husband and 4 cute fur babies. You can follow her @childfreeblessings Support the Show. Patreon: patreon.com/claimingzeropodcast Email: claimingzeropodcast@gmail.com IG/FB: @claimingzero

Once in a while, an actor comes across our screen and we can’t quite remember their name. But with good reason! They play such iconic and memorable characters that consume their identity, we forget they’re just acting. That is the incomparable Sarah Paulson! Support the Show. Patreon: patreon.com/claimingzeropodcast Email: claimingzeropodcast@gmail.com IG/FB: @claimingzero

On today’s episode, Vanessa brings a fun topic about pets and grandparents. For some childfree people, having a pet is as far into parenthood they’ll go. But what about their parents? Do your parents appreciate your fur babies as much as you do? Support the Show. Patreon: patreon.com/claimingzeropodcast Email: claimingzeropodcast@gmail.com IG/FB: @claimingzero

As childfree people, we know there’s so much more about each other than not wanting kids, so today we’re getting personal and sharing some of those things. It’s Q&A time! Share your responses with us, we’d love to know more about our listeners! HAPPY (belated) BIRTHDAY VANESSA! Support the Show. Patreon: patreon.com/claimingzeropodcast Email: claimingzeropodcast@gmail.com IG/FB: @claimingzero

This week’s guest is Lisbeth, a chronic illness warrior and caring advocate. Our conversation led to some beautiful discussions about living your authentic life and not being afraid to stand up for what you believe. Follow her journey @earl.grey.girlie Support the Show. Patreon: patreon.com/claimingzeropodcast Email: claimingzeropodcast@gmail.com IG/FB: @claimingzero

Today is one of those episodes about a Childfree person most of us have never heard of. But Vanessa delivered today with the life (so far) of a young woman willing to give it all up to join the mission to Mars! Follow her journey @nasablueberry Support the Show. Patreon: patreon.com/claimingzeropodcast Email: claimingzeropodcast@gmail.com IG/FB: @claimingzero

Today's episode topic comes from a subreddit we haven't ventured into yet but it brought the goods! Daliyce found a post from r/Adulting where a young man is asking for advice on what to do about the life timeline he's created for himself. Support the Show. Patreon: patreon.com/claimingzeropodcast Email: claimingzeropodcast@gmail.com IG/FB: @claimingzero

This week we decided it was time to honor and spotlight our Childless and Childfree not by Choice friends! While neither of us knowingly experience infertility, we wanted to educate ourselves about the experiences of those in our community who do. Remember folks, we're not doctors or scientists so we did our best to provide insight into IVF and Adoption as best the internet would allow haha Support the Show. Patreon: patreon.com/claimingzeropodcast Email: claimingzeropodcast@gmail.com IG/FB: @claimingzero